Laurel Creek Manor has ONE SATURDAY open in August of 2009!
::: SATURDAY AUGUST 29th ... and it's $400 OFF!!! :::
Be the one to snag it... Call Now for your Tour! 253-826-6306
March 31, 2009
March 24, 2009
:: 2009 SALE!:: $400 OFF!
Still looking for that perfect location for your 2009 wedding and reception?!
We are making it a little easier to have a fabulous, beautiful wedding here at Laurel Creek Manor by cutting down the cost! wooHOO! Book now and recieve $400 off your rental rate! This promotion will not last long- so call us for a tour today! 253-826-6306
March 19, 2009
:: Daffodil Parade :: LCM's Something Blue
This year we are proud to say that we will be driving Laurel Creek Manor's "Something Blue" (our 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Convertible) in the Daffodil Parade on April 4th! Please Please Please cross your fingers for some beautiful weather so we can take the top off! Be sure to look for us- and if you snap a photo send it over to info@laurelcreekmanor.com! See you there!
::Wedding Layout Ideas:: Introduction:: Ceremony
One of the most common questions asked by our current brides is "how should i set up for my ceremony, dining, dancing, etc.?? What works best here at Laurel Creek?
We are ALWAYS happy to help you figure out your set up- so this week of blogging is dedicated to showing you specific examples to help you plan your event layout!
Each day I will show you set up ideas for different parts of your event... starting today with your Ceremony! Enjoy!
**CEREMONY**
There are multiple locations around laurel creek to do your ceremony (great room, patio, back porch, wedding arbor), although the wedding arbor is the most stunning. We will start though, inside the house for those of you with a group of 115 people or less, cooler weather, or a back up plan for a not so great day.
The great room will hold 100 people in rows of 5, with a great aisle down the middle. You can push it up to 115 people if you do two rows sideways near the fireplace
This bride ran two strands of silk flower garlands up each side of the aisle to add a little jazz to the ceremony. You can either do a ceremony in front of the fireplace or at the other end of the room in front of the french doors. One Tip: if you are doing a ceremony in the great room it is much easier if you have a small bridal party of 3 or 4 on each side!
Now for a ceremony outside! The best place for a ceremony outside is at our wedding arbor. There is room for up to 350 chairs out there... and they all have a wonderful view! when planning a ceremony at the arbor there are a few things to think about: what to decorate the arbor with? it is pretty alone, but also very sturdy. many people hang lanterns from ribbon, garlands, or floral hanging baskets from the three hooks on the arbor.
Another decision to make: how do you want your chairs? they can be in straight across rows, rows that are angled to face the arbor more, or curved rows. Here are some wedding arbor examples!
We only make about 8 or 9 rows of chairs in order to keep each guest close enough to the arbor to see and hear everything! It works really well, everyone has a 'good seat!'
The rows above are straight. Straight rows work well if you have a smaller number of guests- anything below 100. Below you see some curved rows, which works great with large groups, so every chair is angled towards the arbor!
The picture above shows one good idea, and one bad idea. The good idea is to decorate your aisles with something- this bride used pretty white buckets full of flowers to mark each row. We commonly see this or aisle stands /hooks holding vases or lanterns. The bad idea in the photo above? Rose Petals. although they may look pretty in this photo- in reality they were smashed and discolored by the time the ceremony came. we do not allow Fake rose petals here at laurel creek- but we do allow Real rose petals. my suggestion: if you really really want rose petals have your flower girl throw only a few while she walks, loading up the aisle with petals before hand turns mushy and and messy looking. One Rule: if you have Real rose petals... you must pick them up after the ceremony!
Lanterns or vases hung by pretty ribbon from the arbor is stunning and practical. when you are done at the ceremony, have someone snip them off and use them as table center pieces! two in one!
Hope you enjoyed my first Layout Idea Blog! Check back tomorrow for Layout Ideas and Photos for your tables while you and your guests dine! Cheers!
March 13, 2009
:: Yummm :: Act 3 Open House!
ATTENTION ALL BRIDES! (and grooms)
One of our wonderful caterers is throwing another open house! This will be held at the Act 3 Catering office (and when i say office i really mean a huge sparkling facility with a fabulous tasting room and beautiful commercial kitchen... you have to take a tour!)
The last open house was a huge event with multiple tasting stations and more! If you are a Laurel Creek bride (or a potential LCM bride) still looking for a caterer this open house is a must! Don't forget to RSVP... the open house is coming up fast, and check out their website in the meantime!
**** Make Sure to Grab a Laurel Creek Manor DVD at the Act 3 Spring Bridal Open House! ****
March 12, 2009
:: Great Wedding Websites :: Make Planning Easy!
I recently had a girlfriend ask me about any wedding websites I knew of that would be helpful in planning her wedding. It got me thinking-- These days the easiest way to find great (and reliable) vendors is to search online. Although there are tons, and i mean TONS of wedding websites out there.. there are a few things you should know before you start your search for the perfect site!!
1. Not all vendors listed on wedding website directories are good... so here are a few ways to tell which ones are worth looking into:
* Good photos are a must, whether its a venue, caterer, photographer, even a DJ!
* A link to a website-- and a website that is impressive
* Good reviews by former clients.. although don't be fooled by one or two negative comments (there is always one unsatisfied client for every 100 happy ones, and usually negative comments are very much exaggerated!)
2. Most big website directories such as weddingbook.com or theknot.com will give anyone a listing if they pay the right price. So- this is a great place to start- as you will find almost all the vendors in your area. from there... check out some smaller more exclusive websites for vendors with great service and a great reputation. For example: check out www.junebugweddings.com - they only list a few vendors in each category, and they are extremely selective of the vendors they feature (they contact the vendor about being featured on the site, not the other way around!) specific requirements such as multiple years in business, other junebug wedding vendor referrals, and previous client referrals are just a few!
3. My biggest indicators of a great wedding vendor are these: A good website (realistic photos, lots of info, clear contact information) and MOST IMPORTANT OF ALL, a personal connection (no matter whether its a photographer or wedding venue- the service is what really matters. MEET with the vendor, see how personable they are, are they as excited about your wedding as you are? great wedding vendors are passionate about what they do.. not about they moolah they are making.)
Here are a few of my favorite wedding websites... have fun!
:: Daffodil Princess Tea :: Sneak Preview
Last weekend we helped sponsor the first annual Daffodil Festival Princess Tea here at Laurel Creek Manor! The event was a success, with over 150 guests, all of this year's daffodil princesses and a ton of fun!
This was a great time for mom's, grandma's, and little girls to meet and mingle with the 2009 Daffodil Festival Royal Court. The real magic was experienced by all the little girls that attended. They got to be a princess for the day with a real tiara and memory book for autographs by all the princesses! The event was located here at Laurel Creek Manor, and the tea was catered by one of our favorite caterers- Ocassions Catering! To top off the day, all of the memories experienced were captured by photorapher Steve James with Images and Events! Here are a few images from the event!!
On March 13th the Queen will be chosen-- You do not want to miss this event (see below for details)!
This is where my "sneak preview" comes in... The coronation is adding something new this year- a fabulous full color book to remember the event by! Here is a sneak preview of Laurel Creek's featured advertisement in the book!!
* The Queen's Coronation*
March 13th, 2009 7:00 p.m.
Puyallup Foursquare Church 601 9th Ave SE Puyallup, WA
For additional Information call the Daffodil Office, 253-863-9524.
Tickets are available at the Door
Doors open at 6:15 pm
General Admission - $10.00
Students & Seniors - $5.00
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