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ePIFanynow

2010-06-08T15:25:24+00:00

Random acts of kindness is the idea behind Bob Hoffman's ePIFanynow fledgling non-profit company. This past Saturday we had the opportunity to attend one of the parties hosted by Jay Eccleton of the Emerald Golf Course, and sponsored by St. Johns Locale Magazine. We were invited to go out into the community and perform random acts of kindness,

DIY vs. Rentals

2010-05-19T00:27:05+00:00

After receiving your rental quote for vases, votives, candles, and linens, you go into a panic attack because you think it's outrageous and you vow to launch a massive DIY project on your wedding decor because you think you can save money. Think again: the cost difference between DIY vs. renting may not be all that much of a difference by the

Spring Tulips

2010-05-11T20:04:12+00:00

Tulips are beautiful and plentiful in April. They are happy, and easy to work with for centerpieces and bouquets, and a perfect way to welcome Spring! We had the recent opportunity to coordinate Egypt Valley Country Club's Wine Dinner, we chose a formal color palette of black and white, with pops of color coming from yellow tulips. When we

Spring Wedding: Rachel and Chris Mulford

2010-05-06T16:18:58+00:00

Congratulations to Rachel and Christopher Mulford! We had such a great time assisting with their April 24th wedding, it was simple elegance, and Rachel was beautiful in a lace A-line gown that sparkled each time she was lead around the dance floor in a twirl, she looked timeless under the crystal chandelier lighting. Chris and Rachel's color

2011 Color Trends

2010-04-13T18:49:05+00:00

If you are getting married in 2011 and haven't decided on your color palette yet, listen up! Where do you get inspiration? Do you skim through magazines or spend hours on-line? Or do you get your inspiration from your favorite outfit, your favorite flower, or even your favorite food? Either way, these are all good places to start. The

Peonies or Cabbage Roses?

2010-04-01T16:55:07+00:00

We love peonies, but understand that they are not in season when you want them to be, let's say for an August wedding perhaps. We've got a new replacement for you brides out there that love peonies. Enter the Cabbage Rose.

Table Number Ideas

2010-02-11T16:22:29+00:00

Couldn't help but post this picture from Andy Wakeman Photography of a great table number idea. This comes from our past couple Teal and David. Their animals are very important to them, and Teal works very hard saving dogs and other pets in her everyday life. Incorporate something you love and are passionate about on your wedding

Reds on the River

2010-01-15T19:04:34+00:00

Sherrie and I had the splendid opportunity to have lunch with Anne Gallup, of Reds on the River, located in Rockford, MI. Anne is in charge of networking and marketing this fabulous restaurant and invited us out to take a look at their private dining room, perfect for rehearsal dinners! Executive Chef, Glenn Forgie, cooks up top notch

Merry Christmas

2009-12-27T03:49:06+00:00

From our hearts to yours Merry Christmas, from "the girls" at ele3 Event Design &

Andy Wakeman Photography

2009-10-11T07:06:46+00:00

In June, Teal and David hired ele3 for our premier wedding planning services for their destination wedding in Glen Arbor, MI. During the pre-planning portion we contacted the new and talented Andy Wakeman of Andy Wakeman Photography out of Traverse City. We blogged about the wedding and featured a few of his pictures at that time, but today