LOVE ACTUALLY
If you have seen the move LOVE ACTUALLY then you might remember the "wedding scene" in the very first part of the movie. If not check out Love Actually - Wedding Scene - You Tube , the bride always wanted this to be apart of her wedding to surprise her groom and all of the guests. With many thanks to Kai Alece Band, she was able to pull it off! Here are are some awesome photos from Brian Williams, as soon as we have access to the video from Tampa Wonderworks Film we will be sure to share with all of you!
before & After
Thought this would be fun to share,what a room looks like before we get our hands on it! The room was beautiful from the start, but check out what a little Merry Me! magic can do! Many thanks to Tagas for the lighting and draping of the entire room! The possibilities are truly endless!!
Before...
Hammock Beach Resort
Brian Williams Photography
Tagas Events
This wedding screams summer! How can you not smile when you look at these photos?
Not only are the colors bright and cheery, this couple is too. It was so hard to just pick a few photos to share, happinest photo did a great job capturing all the details and this lovely couple!
ENJOY!
Summit Club
Here are a few photos from South Bend highest venue , The Summit Club which offers some of the most incredible views of the area. Recently remodeled, The Summit Club offers many different options for small to large parties. Make sure to check it out when looking for your rehearsal dinner or reception location!
Spring | Summer 2010 YWD {your wedding day}
I recently picked up this fabulous wedding magazine YWD yourweddingday.com
Here's an excerpt I love:
pg. 34 from the creative director, Catheryn Vanbreene
"her 'in' and 'out' list will surely give you some helpful tips, suggestions, and advice for your very special day..."
What's In:
- Thinking outside the box
- Inspiration Boards
- Hiring a Wedding Planner
- Booking vendors in advance
- having 2 dresses to ROCK at your wedding
- Finding ways to be GREEN
- Mailing invitations on time
- Hiring a Wedding Sitter
- Letting you natural beauty shine
- ENJOYING your wedding no matter what
- Giving your hubby a big fat kiss
- Going over budget
- Not having a basic concept
- DIY, then get STRESSED
- Waiting til the last minute, and not getting what you want
- Wearing wedding shoes that hurt
- Not thinking about being green
- Waiting until the last minute
- Screaming kids, ruining "I DOs"
- Being overdone and feeling uncomfortable
- Being a Bridezilla
- Turning the other cheek so your lipstick stays on
Check it out! I think you'll enjoy!
Christmas in July
Planning for the Holidays can be overwhelming. Decorating can send you into a frenzy. Our schedules are jammed full over the holidays packed with entertaining friends, attending parties and spending quality time with family and friends. Rather than stress about it, call on Merry Me Events to create an atmosphere that saves you time and looks fabulous!
It's crazy but true, the holiday season is less than six months away! Start reserving your dates for Holiday Parties and Decor with us. From traditional to whimsical, we'll use your existing heirlooms or create a fresh new look to fit your style and budget.
It's not too soon to get into the spirit of the holidays. We can't wait to come up with memorable decor for you and yours!
Give us a call to schedule your complementary meeting. 574.532.5588.
We can't wait to create your Exceptional "Holiday" Event!
Happy You, Merry Me!
8 Reasons to Choose Merry Me Events
1. Less is More Because Excellence Matters. We limit the number of events we'll do on any given day. We strive to offer exceptional customer service. We want to offer you the one on one attention you deserve. You will be given your own Merry Me Wedding Details and Decor Specialist.
2. We are a TEAM of experienced designers and coordinators. The saying is true. Working in teams is more effective than individually. After gathering your ideas and your vision, we round table and creatively brainstorm a look that is uniquely yours. The information comes from not only the initial planning meeting, but from your completed 'Bridal Profile Questionnaire' and 'Wish List Assessment'. Those tools allow us to 'get inside your head' to know what really matters to you most, then focus our attention from there.
3. We are Wedding Coordinators paying attention to details. Our planning calendars will not only keep you on track, but allow you to remain focused in an organized and stress-free manner. We'll get you started on the right foot by concentrating on first things first- vendor selection from our tired and true Merry Me Preferred Vendor List. We want you to enjoy the process of planning your wedding with us! By spreading out the many details in a uniform and well-planned schedule, you will not only be relaxed, but will have confidence in knowing we're handling the deadlines and details for you.
4. We work in terms of 'Atmospheres' and not just centerpieces. We like considering the big picture. When designing your event, we create an inviting environment using all aspects of decor such as linens, lighting, theme and personality, allowing for those 'wow' experiences.
6. We provide an extensive Decor Demo meeting. We want to present you with a look you'll love, leaving no room for surprises. We value the 'Complementary Decor Demo' meeting provided for you. We will share linen ideas, centerpiece concepts, 'table-scaping' designs and all elements of decor as we paint the picture for you visually in this hands-on approach. Your Custom Inspiration Board is also Included in our Design packages.
7. Fresh Ideas and Education on New Concepts. Each year we attend 'The Special Event Show' held all over the country (ie San Diego, Las Vegas, New Orleans etc) While there, we gain new ideas, experience teaching from industry greats (ie Carly Roney from "The Knot"; Darcy Miller from "Martha Stewart Weddings"), ignite the fire for design inspiration, and stay current with trends all over the world. We love this show and look forward to it each year!
8. Not just a contract... a "Design Plan". Our proposal comes to you in the form of a Design Plan. This is your overall blueprint for the look and feel of your entire event. We respect your budget. While developing this important guide, we'll keep your numbers in line. Your Design Plan is flexible up until several weeks before your wedding, when all counts are final. There may be few exceptions with your event such as custom creating decor, but otherwise, there is room for change.
This is just a glimpse as to why Merry Me is an area Leader in Event Planning and Design. Call to schedule your complementary 'Get to Know You' meeting and don't hesitate to 'Save the Date' with Merry Me. Dates for 2011 are filling quickly.
Merry Me Events: 574.532.5588
Anatomy of an Event: Case #1 Patel Wedding
So we thought it might be fun to take you from start to finish on an event. This was a great challenge. How do we flip a room filled with 475 people in less than 2 hours? Planning + teamwork!
The process of design with Merry Me Events starts in the early stages of our planning. Upon first meeting, we provide our couples with a "Couple Style Questionnaire" and "Bridal Profile and Wish List Assessment". These help us get a real sense and direction for the style and atmosphere our clients hope for their event. Pairing their vision, with our creative brainstorming team, we bring life to the event they've dreamed of.
A custom "Inspiration Board" is created for each of our design clients. Our design team works with unexpected attention to unique ideas, offering this 'blueprint' for the overall picture and direction we're headed.
Our design meeting brings it all together. Merry Me event designer, Cher Goggins, meets each client with whom she works several weeks in advance, providing a preview of 'the look' she and her team hope to create. She pulls together sample linens, accessories, floral designs and specialty rentals to give you the big picture concept. This 'no surprises' approach has proven to be so valuable while offering a first look glimpse at our visual design plans for the big day.
The Design Plan is created, providing a compass for the design direction we chart on our course.
Teamwork is key! As designers and coordinators of events, we plan the production schedule by working closely with all vendors and venues involved. Each event requires a team of Details and Design Specialists to carefully set up the environment of the celebration. For this event, we worked directly with Nicole and Dan of Hilton Garden Inn, Gillespie Conference Center. Weeks in advance, we requested a floor-plan so we could diagram each table design according to the room layout. The production schedule was coordinated so that we could stage an area of the ballroom a day in advance for a much-appreciated, head start.
When it came time to flip the room, we had planned the teamwork details with Dan, Hilton's General Manager, as he lead us smart. He directed. We followed. We turned the room of 475 over in just over an hour enabling a seamless celebration for the couple. The transition from ceremony to cocktails to dinner and dancing worked flawlessly.
We believe details matter. attention to detail is what makes us different. we believe it's all in the details...
Behrens | Yates Wedding : A Beautiful Day...
So this one goes down as one of the most fun and memorable events ever! It began with perfect weather- sunny and low 80's. Finally, a Saturday this summer with an outdoor tent wedding/ reception and no need to worry about rain back up plans!
Catering provided by Matterhorn. Kurt and Deana, great job leading your team. Delicious with a pretty presentation.
Best groomsmen/ guys wedding entrance ever... check it out. We posted it on our Merry Me Events Facebook page.
Highlighting Lead Coordinator: Ami Butler-O'Brien
We've had a very exciting summer so far... couples and their families have been overjoyed with the role Merry Me Events has played in their event. I am so proud of our team and the way we work together. I've really tried to focus on each of their strengths and put their talents to best use.
On days we have multiple events, she is one of our Lead Coordinators in charge of an entire event with a team she directs well.
Our clients have appreciated Ami and so do I.
"Ami, Wow. I don't even know where to being in thanking you for everything you did for our wedding. From every detail you were on top of it and ready... There is NO way I could have done it without you... You made the day go smooth for everyone...Thank you for making our day perfect" Amanda and Jake VanWagner, June 12, 2010
"Dear Ami, Thank you for all your help in getting to this day. We are lucky to have you and know that you will do everything to help make Katie's wedding day wonderful..." Peggy McSherry (MOB) and bride Katie (McSherry) Moran, June 26, 2010
"Just wanted to say what a great job you and Ami did on Ashley's wedding. It was so beautiful. Ashley cried when she saw the room from the balcony. She said it was like a dream only better! I had so many people say that they had never seen such beautiful flowers and the crystal candelabra and candle sticks were stunning. It couldn't have been any better. A big thank you to you and Ami for everything you did. You made Ashley's dream come true. Thanks to Ami for handling everything that day. She made it easy on me.
Hopefully we will do this again in the future with another daughter. You both are the best!"
Cindy Briganti (MOB) bride Ashley (Simons) Andert May 29, 2010
We realize teamwork is important. We really enjoy working together with our preferred vendors and venues to make each event a flawless success! Here's what a recent vendor had to say...
"Hi Ami,
I just wanted to take a moment to tell you it was really a pleasure working with you on the Simons wedding May 29. You do a great job. The room looked great, things were organized, and your laid back, 'let the professionals do what they do' attitude was really helpful.
Hope to work together again soon!
Thanks,
Jeff"
First Impressions Band, Indianapolis
The Marvelous and Magnificent Merry Me Team! Thanks for all you do!
Dezzie Zamora weds Isaac Garcia
Simply gorgeous! Dezzie and Isaac married at The Basilica of the Sacred Heart at the University of Notre Dame on a hot and sunny Saturday in June. Her celebration continued at McKenna Hall. We kept the floral and decor simple to accommodate budget requests. The results... Simply gorgeous and elegant.
Her chosen colors were a beautiful teal blue with blush tones and gilded accents. We created custom chandeliers to hang from the columns.
Amanda Fales Photography did a fabulous job on these photos. Thanks for sharing! The couple looked amazing!
Congratulations to you Mr and Mrs Garcia!
TREES!
In 2009, The South Bend Center for History asked us to design one of the Trees for their Trees! exhibit, featuring Christmas trees decorated by area designers. We are so honored that they asked us again this year and featured us in their mailing announcing this year's Trees exhibit!
The Trees! exhibit will be available for six weeks at the Center for History, from Sunday, November 21 - Sunday, January 9, 2011.
Pretty in Pink
This beautiful event took place at the Blue Heron at Blackthorn. Once again, Anna and her team did an outstanding job in meeting the clients wishes. Jenny lead the team well and organized and the food was beautifully presented.
It was a picture perfect day following a ferocious night of storms. We were so fortunate to have power. Many area venues, including the couples host hotel, were without.
A vibrant combination of raspberry pink tones were used. We focused on the Stargazer lily and designed our color palette around this brides' favorite bloom.
SBChilds were great photographers from Indianapolis that took photos of the details. We look forward to seeing some of their favorites in the coming weeks.
LakeSide Inn
The night before the wedding, the couple enjoyed a Beach Party on the shores of Lake Michigan complete with s'mores and fire dancers!
This 'South of France' inspired wedding was held at Harbor Country's Lakeside Inn located in Michigan. French Blue, Yellow, sage green, and lavendar paired with lace added to the lakeside charm this couple dreamed of! Photos from REAL LIFE PHOTOGRAPHER Steven Gross
Down on the Farm...
Thanks to our wonderful vendors that helped make this event a success!!!!
Pro Show
Aay's Rental
Peter Thurin
EWS Catering
Veils and Vows photo shoot
Feedback
Often times while I'm coordinating an event I think it simply isn't fair that I get all the words of appreciation from the guests, the families and the honored couple. I wish my whole team could experience it. I love what I do. I love my team. They do a great job and I want to let them know how much I appreciate them!
Here's a note I received Monday morning from our bride last weekend.
"Hi Cher!
Oh, wow! A simple thank you just doesn't seem like enough. You helped us to create just the kind of wedding we envisioned. It was warm and wonderful in every way and we are so grateful to you and your staff for everything! You went above and beyond to create a very special day for us and I sincerely appreciate it. The ceremony area outside was beautiful. Floyd showed me the picture of you in your full wading gear, outfitted to decorate the bough hovering over the water in the pond! And I loved the way you decorated the room for the reception -- it was just what I had in mind and I thought it looked and felt great.
It was such a pleasure working with you. I think you are a terrific wedding planner and a wonderful person.
All the best to you,
Amy "
It's such a great feeling to know our team cares so much and works so hard on all the details that go into each event. Thank you to my Details and Design Specialists for the attitude and effort you bring.
Palais Royale
Our new crystal candelabras and candelstick stands made their debut at The Palais Royale. What a great venue for such an elegant design, the purple color palate coordinated perfectly with the existing decor of the ballroom.
The regal and beautiful cake was designed by Rascia's Creative Cakes
Celler Door- at the Ramada Inn
Oh how we love the this color combo!!! Clover Green, Sunny Yellow, and Vibrant ORANGE! This fun and fabulous wedding reception was held at Cellar Door located in the Ramada Inn, downtown South Bend.
vintage super 8 + HD wedding day film
Check out the Wedding Trailer for the destination wedding we did on May 14th in Palm Coast, Florida. Bryan and Tracey Coward, owners of Tampa Wonderworks, put this amazing teaser together and left us all wanting more! Their style truly captured the feeling of the day and captured all of the little details using both high-defination and vintage super 8.
Chanell + Donny Coming Attractions // Super 8 + HD from Tampa Wonderworks Film and Video on Vimeo.
Can't wait to see highlights video and then the feature!!
The Band – Kai Alece & Company
Photographer – Brian Williams
Venue – Hammock Dunes Resort
Make Up – Stephanie Calderon
DJ and Lighting – Tagas
Hair Stylist – Jackelyn Estevez 407-529-8996
Chair Rental – Panache
Meet and Greet
The night before the wedding the Bride and Groom invited all of their guests for cocktails on the South
Pool Deck located at the Hammock Beach Resort. This was a great opportunity for everyone to "Meet and Greet!" The Bride chose to incorporate Birds of Paradise, being it was her fiance's favorite flower!!
http://www.hammockbeach.com/
Groom cupCAKE's
Check out these fabulous and fun cupcakes designed by the Pastry Studio in Daytona Beach, FL. We are so glad
Kinney / Parisi Wedding 05.01.10
This couple shared their vows at The Basilica of the Sacred Heart on the campus of Notre Dame then celebrated late into the night at the nearby Hilton Garden Inn Gillespie Conference Center. Once again the staff there made it a pleasure to design this special celebration!
We used a saturation of deep blue and purple hues to create this passionate atmosphere. Hats off to ProShow, our lighting partner, for creating an environment the couple dreamed of.
Summer Wind photography did an excellent job capturing the day. We can't wait to get some detail photos from her. See her blog for more images.
The chosen band was "Special 20's" from Chicago. They frequently play at The House of Blues and do fabulous job entertaining.
Another highlight was hearing from a talented family friend Greg Rini. We hope to bring him on board for some future events... fantastic!
Of course, Alexis from CakeWalk created another delectable confection.
Rehearsal Dinner Ruth’s Chris Style
It's OFFICIAL!
We have a sign!!!!
