Happy Anniversary Stefanie + Jim

Stefanie & Jim

May 24

Stefanie + Jim had a quaint little ceremony and reception that was just lovely! We provided day-of coordination, floral design and décor rentals for their gorgeous wedding, and we enjoyed everything about the beautiful pink, black and white color palette she chose! Stefanie looked beautiful, Jim was completely charming, and the wedding was all around beautiful! Happy Anniversary to Stefanie + Jim!

  

Picking Up Your Own Wedding Cake?

If I had to choose one thing I heard the most over 2019, it would be horror stories about wedding cakes being picked up from the bakery by family or friends and the nightmare that followed. It's understandable that everyone is watching their budget and trying to make helpful cuts anywhere possible, but honestly there are some things that are best left to the professionals....and cake delivery/set up is one of them!

I actually planned and coordinated a wedding where this issue was addressed, and I counted my lucky stars that they bride took our advice and decided not to have a family member pick up the cake! This was a small three tiered buttercream cake for an afternoon wedding in North Texas in June. First of all, June in Texas is HOT and buttercream melts. On the trip from the bakery to the venue the sun had it's way with the cake melting the icing, and the tiers did some sliding during transport. While the cake looked like a hot mess when it arrived, there were no worries. The bakery had touch up supplies on hand and had it all put back together and looking beautiful within half an hour. If a family member arrived with a melted cake, it would have been one of those wedding day nightmare stories.

Picking up a sheet cake or two from a local store is not what I'm referring to. Tiered cakes, decorated cakes, multiple different cakes.....most of the time, these cakes are heavy, delicately decorated, and require extreme caution with carrying, loading and unloading. If it melts or gets bumped during delivery, the baker is experienced and can fix it quickly. They do this every day, so they fully know what to expect and what to do when these things happen.

Wendy Kromer Confections

In the grand scheme of things, saving a hundred or two by having someone pick up the cake isn't worth the worry. You might even incur additional cost by replacing the damaged cake at the last minute. Your planner can always assist you with many different ways to cut back on the budget and save money, and those are ways that won't put the cake for your special day in jeopardy!

Happy Anniversary Molly + TJ

Happy anniversary to this sweet and adorable couple, Molly & TJ! Ten years since they said I DO! Their Columbus, Ohio wedding was incredibly unforgettable....everything from the spectacular church ceremony, to the epic dance with Molly and her father, and TJ's surprise chicken during the garter removal....everything was fabulous! I've really enjoyed watching their ginger family grow over the years! Happy anniversary to you both, and cheers to many more!

Molly & TJ

June 27

Ten Years!!

  

 

  

Photographer: Lambert Photographs

Reception Venue: The Columbus Athenaeum

Planning & Coordination: Amy Nixon with Michell Events

DJ: Mark Dantzer

Non-Traditional Cake Toppers

The wedding cake topper became popular in the 1950's. It was a traditionally dressed bride and groom that symbolized togetherness, and it's one of the items from the wedding that's put in the treasure chest and kept for years to come. These days, it can still be a treasure that's kept for years to come...but the design and creativity has blossomed into some amazing creations!

Flowers are always a favorite wedding cake topper for brides! While fresh flower cake toppers aren't something that's normally saved (though it is possible), it does make for a beautiful display at the reception! Sugar flowers are an alternative to fresh flowers, but sometimes they can end up more pricey depending on the complexity.

Themed and seasonal cake toppers are also a popular choice and are something that can be kept as a memento after the wedding. No matter what your theme is, you can find a creative and eye catching cake topper to top it off!

While the bride and groom cake topper is still a traditional choice, couples are personalizing the toppers more and more! Funny poses, bobble heads, sports teams and other personalized details are something we've seen our couples choose....

Photo by Terra Sol Studio

Photo by The Mamones

Bustled Bridal Show in Historic Downtown Farmersville

We had the amazing opportunity to host a bridal show the last weekend in March in historic downtown Farmersville, and it was a wonderful time! Join us on Facebook and Instagram for details on upcoming shows and events!

FB: Bustled Bridal

IG: @bustledbridal

Planned & Produced by Michell Events

Fashion Show featuring The Bridal Shoppe of Wylie,

Blushbar, MRIT Events and DFW DJ Lady

Cake Smash cake from Ruthi Hutson Cakes

Vendors at The Murchison-Honaker House

1899 Farmhouse

A&J Bartending
A List Glam Squad
Bailey Crane Photography
Cakes by Tayte
Chloe + Isabel by Melissa
Decorate My Event & Photo Booth
Igor Wedding Photography

LipLove by KS
Lucero Cervantes Photography
Mary Kay, Jennifer Black

Michell Events
Party Time Texas
Premier Designs, Angie Edwards
Rustic Elegance

Ruthi Hutson Cakes
Saddles and Sapphires Trailer Co.
Tracy Events Catering

Photo by Igor Wedding Photography

Photo by Lucero Cervantes Photography

Vendors at RSVP Farmersville

Ameriprise Financial Services

Any Event Productions

Blushbar
Brandi McComb Photography
Carli Layton Photography

Charlie Brown's Travel
DFW DJ Lady
Dream Designs & Events
Essential Bodywear
J Cameron House of Linen
Just Pound Cakes
MRIT Events
My Love and I Bouquets
Prestige Bartending Service
The Bridal Shoppe of Wylie
Michell Events

Jenna Riel Salon
Magnolia Grace Ranch
Memory Lane Event Planning
Rodan + Fields, Sue Adams

The Write Calligraphy
Touchstone Crystal by Swarovski, Cappie McBeth

Photo by Igor Wedding Photography