Wedding Wednesday- Here's a little how to when it comes to turning your rustic vintage wedding into a more low key formal affair. Everything from adding chandeliers to doilies as an added touch. I loved the idea of mixing textures of burlap with the elegance of crystal and lace. Check out a few inspirations I loved this week!

Crystal Chandeliers add such an ambiance and glam

The idea of using roses to create a more formal look caught my eye on this sweetheart table

Simple DIY fabric roses are sure to make your seating cards more memorable

Use doilies tied with twine to spruce up your silverware

A twist on the mason jar candles by adding a touch of burlap with lace wrapped around the jar

Using lace doilies as table number are sure to add a romantic and glamourous touch to a vintage table

Love, love, love the idea of using the doilies themselves as place cards under clear plates or chargers!

Be sure to think outside the box when it comes to creating a rustic vintage look and you will be sure to turn what may have been a backyard wedding into a beautiful and glamourous affair. You and your guests will be sure to remember your special day with out you having to use paper plates and plasticware!

For more ideas on how to make your wedding or event go from bland to glam, be sure to contact us!

Michelle Culp of Essence of Events, LLC

In light of this weekends upcoming superbowl football game, we are preparing you for all you need to throw a great Superbowl Party! From cool decorations to delicious recipes and favors to send home as a thank you! You are sure to have a blast no matter who you plan on spending this fun game day with using these awesome ideas!

Printables

Find sport themed printables here!

Decorations

This astro turf using white tape and stickers is a great idea for a table cover.

Leave markers out for guests to write their names on these fun tags!

Wrap a can in construction paper or butcher paper add some lines and you have a great way to hold silverware or plasticware.

Favors

DIY favors- Tiles with astroturf! Top off with a favor tag and your guests will be touched down to the core!

Food

Mac N cheese bakes in cupcake liners with your teams logo

A fun way to decorate your deviled eggs for game day.

Field Nacho dip with guacamole, cheese, salsa, sourcream, tomatoes and chips

Football bean dip with sourcream would be great paired with nachos

Cut out a watermelon in the shape of a helmet to hold your fruit

Football pepperonies make this pizza perfect for your superbowl party!

Peanut butter dip smothered in sprinkles with pretzels...yum!

Sure to be a kick off is this cheese football with crackers

Laces out with these delicious chocolate covered strawberries

Desserts

Easily formed into football shapes are these oatmeal cookie pies easy to find at most grocery markets

Try your hand at football shaped cake pops

Whoopie pies are great to make into Football Whoopie pies

Betty crocker peanut butter cookies with chocolate frosting in the shape of a football

We are sure you will enjoy this Sunday as much as we will! If you would like additional ideas for event decor and ideas be sure to check back for updates! You can also contact us for planning, coordination and design services info@essenceofevents.com or 253.292.1482

Have a great game day and enjoy being with family and friends!

Michelle Culp-Essence of Events, LLC

So most of you who know us, know that we have been spending the past few weeks getting ready for the Bridesclub Seattle Wedding Expo. We had such an amazing time this past weekend meeting Brides, Grooms & Vendors. We thought we would share the decor setup that we had for our booth at the expo. We decided to go with the trend of Mint green for 2013 and it paid off! So many who walked by just loved our booth! Take a look and maybe get some inspirations. Remember that if you need help with ideas for your upcoming event or wedding please be sure to contact us and we would be happy to help! info@essenceofevents.com

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Mint pops instead of cake pops!

Silver frames with chalkboard placecards & Rhinestone Napking rings made by us!

A mix of mirrors, silver julep vases, Glass cyliner vases some with rhinestone bands and some without, all at various heights create a dramatic classy look.

Floating candles add a romantic touch to the sophiticated layout of the table

Our handmade sign added a industrial modern touch to the classy sophistication of the booth and overall feel.

Michelle and Bethany After Setting up on Friday!

Taking over the event scene is the idea of a rustic theme but with a shabby chic feel. A good option for those of you who aren't to fond of the bright color trends for 2013. It's a good way to create a romantic and relaxing atmosphere with pink and beige tones. Check out some of the following ideas and let us know what you think!

Pink and white roses and peonies create a romantic feeling

The use of moss and the wooded structure around this beautiful cake add a unique touch

This loose flowing bouquet arrangement with lambs ear and peonies wrapped in burlap is perfect for a shabby chic rustic feel.

Burlap runner with silver julep vases filled with roses and votives.

Create your own wooden fence backdrop or table of rustic goodies for sign in

For these ideas or personalized ideas contact us!

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