Fun in the Sun, Everly's Turning 1!

What is cuter than this precious girl turning 1?! Not much!! Everly's birthday was full of friends and family who came from all over Texas to celebrate this sweet girl, and her amazing parents, Kori and Cody! 

I love when I get to pull together such a fun event, and loved even more getting to work with Kori, who you all know I LOVE! She is the owner of Motley Melange, and feature her work here whenever I can! 

The Details 

Planning & Design - Perfectly Planned

Photography - Amy Konieczka Photography

Printing Design - Sara Moore 

Rentals and Floral Design - Flora & Eventi 

Smash Cake / Cake Pops - Frosted Memory Makers

Catering - El Tiempo 

Everly's party was full of bright and fun details including her very colorful smash cake, Popsicle inspired cake pops (created by Leslie at Frosted Memory Makers, fabulous signage (by the ever talented, Sara Moore) . 

 

 

The decor included a wood table brought in for gifts, party favors, and drinks. The decorative table was adorned with box-woods and fresh bright flowers. Hanging over the table was vibrant purple orchids flowing down to add extra flair! The kiddos enjoyed beach balls in the pool, bubbles, balloons, pin wheels, and beach pails full of goodies like Crazy Straws and sunglasses! One of my fave elements was the floral monogram in purple and pink fresh flowers (Beverly Mae Biller)... stunning!

 

 

Everyone chowed down on El Tiempo's fantastic fajitas with all the trimmings! And, since it was HOT HOT HOT it was nice that the adults could cool off with a good Margarita (and the kids, watermelon punch)! Kori's aunt did a fab job on making fruit kabobs as well! Everyone had an amazing time celebrating this adorable girl and her amazing family!! 

All of these fab photos were provided by the awesome  Amy Konieczka Photography!

Christine + Keith {Soft Vintage +Rustic Chic}

When we met for Christine's final walk through at Olde Dobbin Station, the sun was shining, and there wasn't a cloud in the sky. Truly, it was one of those perfect days that are a rarity in Houston. If a ceremony is scheduled outside, I am always sure there is a plan B as you never know what will happen with our finicky weather. In almost 6 years of wedding planning, I have never needed to actually use the backup plan, and with the great weather streak we were having, I definitely didn't think we would need it this time. Low and behold, not only did it rain the day before the wedding, but it was a total monsoon! It rained so hard, and so much, that water was entering the inside of the venue from under the front door! I have never been so glad to have that backup plan! Not only did we use plan B for the ceremony, but I think it turned out even more beautiful and unique than with an outdoor ceremony. Christine and Keith were married in the old train station, Olde Dobbin Station, in Montgomery, Texas. This is truly a venue that you aren't going to find in the heart of the city, but venture out just a bit, and you will come across this amazing find! With exposed brick, stained cement floors, and an open floor plan, the possibilities at Olde Dobbin Station are endless!

Christine filled up this space following her vision of combining elements that were rustic, but with elegance, along with soft vintage touches that added splashes of romance. Both sides complimented her style wonderfully.

The Details

Coordination - Perfectly Planned

Venue - Olde Dobbin Station

Photos - Cortney Russell Photography

Cakes - Cakes by Blondie

Floral Design - Just Say Winn{Carol Winn}

Rentals  & Linens - Events to Remember

Hair & Makeup - Empire Faces

Music - PB&DJs

Catering - Mallet Brothers BBQ

For the reception, the wedding party sat at a rectangular head table with chiavari chairs, draped with burlap and lace bows, and the table was beautifully lined with the bridesmaids bouquets in mason jars, which were dressed up by the bride's creative mother. Christine and Keith also had their own bride and groom's signs adorning their seats, and personalized glasses to enjoy all night (not that they spent much time at their table)! These two definitely enjoyed their guests, and loved getting to spend the evening with each and every one! From the Grand March, in honor of Keith's family, to the Aggie War Hymn, the bride and groom never left the dance floor!

All of these fab images are by Cortney Russell Photography!