These photos were taken in Coloma, at the site of some old ruins.  I love the rustic feel of this place!  Kristy of Kristy Huston Photography photographed one of her brides for this shoot.

The inspiration for the bouquet was fresh and colorful with a rustic twist.  Purple is such a hot color this year, and paired with a lime green, it is just beautiful!  Flowers used include fragrant purple stock, purple cremon chrysanthemums, black scabiosa, purple sweet peas and lime green poppy pods with rhinestone accents.  The base of the bouquet has movement with the brown twigs which were looped around to create the rustic feel.  Check it out!

This past week we participated in a NACE (National Association of Catering Executives)  tabletop design contest held at the beautiful grounds of Wilson Vineyards.  Along with eleven other fabulous tabletops, our table was awarded first runner up by our peers and judges.  Each and every table was unique in itself, and it was a true treat to see some of Sacramento’s best talent under one roof!

Our team consisted of:

Aimee Wendell with Plan A Events:  Wedding and Corporate Planning.  Aimee had the vision for this tabletop.  She knew she wanted to use purples and greens and have a tall arrangement for the centerpiece.  With gold accents and green infused stemware, this table was decadent!  Aimee chose a light menu which would be fitted for an outdoor brunch.  Favors consisted of herb inspir

ed reed diffusers for guests to take home as a memento.

Patty Garanto with Simply Elegant Day:  Rentals of linens, chair covers, and tableware.  Patty provided the rich linens including a lilac underlay which “peeked” out of the moss crinkle finish overlay.  Gold chivari chairs and gold chargers tied the look together.

Botanica Floral Designs:  Florals, decor rentals.  This towering centerpiece canopied over guests seated below.  Hanging purple dendrobium orchids along with gold manzanita, crystals and glowing votives created an ambience of a wooded forest.  Purple lights peered out from the floral spray atop and below.  Interesting items used included: green lotus pods, purple allium, miniature purple phalenopsis orchids, purple carnations, and other purple accents.

Photographs Provided By:  Jacqueline Photography

Grace Vineyards is a wonderful new venue located in Galt, CA.  Overlooking manicured green lawns with a beautiful colonial home, Grace Vineyards is a beautiful backdrop for any wedding.  I recently had the opportunity to provide some florals for a photo shoot at their opening debut.

Photography:  Andrea’s Images

Catering: Fresh and Quick