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Mountain Wedding Planner: It’s Like Christmas In July!
Posted by elizabeth waldmann on July 31st, 2015
These two. What can I say! What a fun, adventurous couple! First, they got married at the Keystone Ranch in Keystone, Colorado by the one and only Leon Littlebird. In front of the fireplace under an elk, perfection. Next they headed off on a dogsled ride. (Bride still wearing her dress, mind you) Then they went to an open area where they lit off colored smoke bombs. The reception was where they ended the night and transformed the Pioneer Club at Main Street Station into a beautiful winter wonderland. I’m not finished. They then went outside to have an amazing fog photoshoot. Finally to round out the day, they played an intense game of Mario Cart. Phew! Yes, all in one day. Katie Girtman from Studio Kiva some how kept up with these two to capture every moment of the day. Thank you Katie for the awesome photos!
Christina and Rob, thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your special day. You two were such a pleasure to work with and I loved the adventure! 🙂
Breckenridge Wedding Planner: We’ve been featured in Borrowed and Blue!
Posted by johnna-patton on July 29th, 2015
Distinctive Mountain Events has been featured in a new wedding blog published by Borrowed and Blue for Julia and Brandon’s Ten Mile Station Wedding!  A huge thank you to Casey from Two One Photography who took spectacular photos and made this possible!  Click here to see the whole feature http://www.borrowedandblue.com/vail/weddings/julia-brandon
Breckenridge Wedding Planner: DIY Hanging Mason Jar Wedding Lanterns
Posted by johnna-patton on June 18th, 2015
Wedding lanterns bring glowing ambiance to your venue. What’s great about them is they are perfect for both indoor and outdoor weddings. Whether you hang them along the aisle, on the ceiling or make them your centerpiece, they have that charismatic effect the guests can’t resist. Today, we are going to make simple yet elegant mason jar lanterns that give a sophisticated vibe to your big day.
You Need:
1. Â Mason jar
2. Â Electrical wire
3. Â Pliers
4. Â Wire Cutter
First, grab about 13-inches of electrical wire. Using knife or cutter, slice the plastic coating to get the copper wire. Copper wire is one of the important materials for this project. You can also directly buy copper wire from the local store to save you from this task.
Now, you have a shining copper wire. Grab pliers and at one end of the copper wire, you will make a loop. Hold the one end and twist it around until it looks like a pea shape. Wrap the copper wire around the neck of the jar. Then, hold it halfway around and bend the wire. About 1/2 inch from the bend, cut the wire using wire cutter. This will give you enough space to twist the wire. Get the pliers and do on this other end what you did with the last one. Just make this one a little bigger and make the two loops face each other.
You are going to do the same with the other piece. Make one loop at other end. Give a little space as you will insert this loop with the other piece. Hook the two loops and use pliers to close back up around the loop. Again, measure the copper wire around the jar’s neck and cut the excess. Make another loop in another end. Hook it with the other piece. Secure the loops tightly so you still have your lantern in one piece at the end of the day.
Next, we will work on the handle. Get another 13-inch copper wire. Create a loop at other end but keep it open and hook it with the horizontal loop. Use pliers to close it. Pull the wire to straight it out before you bend it. Create loop at one end, hook it and secure it. Stretch the wire a bit to give it a nice curve for a perfect handle.
And that’s it! You are done! An adorable and simple DIY hanging mason jar lanternfor one-of-a-kind wedding. Moreover, you can place candles or LED lights that serve as substitute to light at night.
Breckenridge Wedding Planner: Summer Brides-Here’s Where You Should Be on Your Wedding To Do List
Posted by johnna-patton on May 13th, 2015
Whenever girl first uttered that planning a wedding was like having a second job, sister got it right. The process is exhilarating and exciting but time-consuming for sure. Wedding Checklists abound, but keeping on top of yours can be hard when you’re dealing with other stuff like, you know, having a well-rounded life that involves hanging with friends and doing things other than obsessing over floral arrangements.
To help, we’re breaking it down with the ultimate cheat sheet. Summer brides, see what you should be doing right about now.
If you’re getting married in June…
—Touch base with all your vendors to make sure you’re on the same page. Share inspiration photos or a shot list with your photographer; go over must-play songs with the band or DJ.
—Submit information for newspaper announcements.
—If you’re going to be making any crafty, DIY items, get the majority of them glued, glittered, and finished now.
If you’re getting married in July…
—Finalize your menu, the order of your ceremony, and readings you’re doing. Decide who you’d like to ask for the latter and see if they’re up to be a part of your big day.
—Send a first draft of your day-of schedule to the vendors.
—Order programs and menus. If you’ll be creating and printing them yourself, purchase the paper you need and find a local print shop that can handle the job.
—Purchase wedding bands.
—Schedule a wedding dress fitting (likely your second). Decide what sort of undergarments you want to wear and purchase them.
If you’re getting married in August…
—Decide on and book locations for a rehearsal dinner and the rehearsal.
—Start the music conversation: What would you guys like as a first-dance song? Any crowd-favorites you definitely want played? Things you do not want to hear?
—Do hair and makeup tests to find the right person for the big day.
Most importantly remember to BREATHE and enjoy the process!
