Wedding Planning Blog

Let us be the first of many to wish you a heartfelt Congratulations! Now that the post-engagement high is starting to set in to the exciting (and often overwhelming) reality of planning the most amazing day of your life, we would love to come alongside you and be there to help you manage all of the details of planning your big day so you can focus on enjoying the journey! If you’re like most brides… You probably have an entire Pinterest board started, full of wedding ideas and not quite sure how to make them fit them together. You wish you had someone to help manage everything from your biggest tasks down to the smallest details to ensure that you stay on track and keep up with your ever-growing “to-do” list. You’re so excited and not quite sure where to…
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He popped the question . . . and you said a resounding “YES” and now you are about to embark on the wedding planning adventure – finding the perfect wedding venue. The Number One task on your list will be finding the perfect wedding venue. As exciting as it may sound, we know it can also be overwhelming when you start searching as there are so many things to consider. Style of venue, size, location, cost and capacity are just a few of the things that you’ll need to think about. But with so many venues out there, it’s often difficult to know where to possibly even begin with the search. To help with the process, we want to share a few practical tips for finding the perfect wedding venue.  You will need to patient with the search, as it sometimes it takes…
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Rachel and Brendan’s big day began on a warm summer’s day  in August with a formal Catholic Mass at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Winston Salem. The celebration continued later that afternoon at JOLO Winery & Vineyard  in the pristine foothills of Pilot Mountain.   The 80-acre property showcases its natural beauty with a focus on the breathtaking views of Pilot Mountain and Cox Lake located on the property. A perfect place for Rachel and Brendan to celebrate their marriage. Each table was dressed with elegant florals and candles by Sophisticated Florals and decor provided by Rusted Root Rentals.  One of the highlights of the evening is when Rachel’s grandfather, who couldn’t attend the celebration  called Rachel and led all the guests in a dinner blessing. Rachel and Brendan danced the night away with music by Fusion Sound & Lighting that kept the dance floor full! As…
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Most people who have been engaged will tell you how difficult it can be to plan a wedding. Searching for the perfect wedding venue, finding professional and dependable vendors you can trust, staying within your wedding budget, the list goes on and on. Wedding coordinators are experts in taking your wedding vision and executing into an event you will remember and cherish for the rest of your life. A wedding requires Synergy – the interaction of two or more agents or forces so that their combined effect is greater than the sum of their individual effects. A Beautiful wedding doesn’t happen by accident; it requires a plan and execution. If you are having more than 50 guests, the idea of working with a wedding planner/coordinator should appeal to you. As the director for the most important day of your life,…
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It’s never easy to spend important life moments (such as a wedding) without those friends and family members that you hold so close to your heart, which is why it’s such a nice gesture to set aside a space at your ceremony, social hour or reception to honor deceased loved ones at your wedding by remembering their spirit, life, and love. Here are a few ideas you may want to consider. Stairway to Heaven (Memory Ladder) This unique DIY project that can serve as a beautiful reminder of loved ones no longer with you on your wedding day is a ‘Stairway to heaven’. Decorate a wooden step ladder with photos, sentimental items and wedding décor that can be placed in the cocktail hour area and moved to the reception for all to see. Memory Tree Suspend photos from the branches…
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At A Beautiful Day by Christina, our goal is to give you the wedding you’ve always dreamed of – An event that reflects your unique personality and style. Christina believes planning a wedding of your dreams should be just like falling in love . . . joyful and effortless! Christina Mathews, owner of A Beautiful Day by Christina started her business in 2009 and has built a reputation for producing beautiful weddings that always leave her clients happy. Christina and her team bring a calm and caring presence to every wedding that they are privileged to be a part of. They possess a passion and enthusiasm for this unique business that is evident from the first time you meet them. One the most rewarding moments is when a bride comes up to them at the end of the evening, with tears…
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