SPRING FLING

from Bliss Bridal Issue 27

by Bliss Bridal magazine

NAVIGATING THE NAME CHANGE

BLISS WEDDING PROS

PLANNING & DESIGN / HEAVENLY WEDDINGS PHOTOGRAPHER / JACK & JUNE PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE / THE VENUE AT LILLY POND FLORAL / WOODS FLOWERS RENTALS / CONFETTI RENTALS STATIONERY / CMDESIGNS BEAUTY / GLAM BY PHY DRESS & TUXEDO / MAIN STREET BRIDAL CAKE / LILY’S CAKES MODELS / ALEX & GRIFFIN

RENTALS

getting real with rentals

When it comes to hiring wedding vendors, some are more obvious than others. You wouldn’t dream of having a wedding without hiring a photographer, but a rental company should be high on your list of priority vendors as they create your event’s overall look and feel. We’re here to tell you why working with a rental company can help you create the wedding of your dreams while relieving you of stress, time and how DIY should not be your go-to option when you think of the budget.

Some wedding venues may include rentals like tables, chairs, china, etc., in their packages. However, some do not—or you may not love what is included. In most cases, booking a wedding rental company is a must even with those things included. Wedding rental companies tend to offer a wider selection of items so that you can find tables, chairs, and more that fit your wedding theme and style.

Rental companies carry a variety of items such as tables, chairs, dance floors, linens (tablecloths, napkins, chair covers, etc.), drapery, lighting, furniture, audio/visual equipment, tents, vases, and other vessels, china, barware, flatware, glassware, signage, and much more! Here are a few reasons hiring a rental company should be a must on your to-do list:

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IT’S EASY TO CREATE A COHESIVE STYLE

When it comes to designing your wedding, the options are literally endless. Even if you’ve narrowed down that you want a vintage bohemian look, deciding on the design elements to execute that style can be overwhelming. This is where a rental company makes things so much easier! From candlesticks to couches, the rental company has already curated a selection of items and often even organizes their stock by wedding style (e.g., rustic rentals, industrial rentals, etc.). Whether you’re designing a lounge area for the reception or arranging a welcome vignette at your ceremony, the rental company has a select number of pieces you can mix and match to perfectly carry out your vision.

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YOU WILL SAVE TIME + MONEY

You already have enough on your plate with planning a wedding — let someone else do the hard work of sourcing your decor elements! Many couples get in over their heads with wanting to thrift or DIY every piece of decor for their wedding, not realizing how many pieces they will need to find or create, not to mention the expensive price tag of doing it yourself. Working with a rental company is actually the more budget and time friendly option! Besides, do you really want to be stuck with 150 chargers or glass candle holders after your wedding is over? Unless you’re getting into the wedding planning business after saying “I do,” it’s best to borrow the stuff you need for the one day you’ll use it than to take up stock in enough glassware to fill your whole kitchen.

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DELIVERY + SETUP

Are you working on the day of your wedding or are you getting married? If there’s one thing you don’t want to worry about on your wedding day, it’s the transport of a bunch of furniture to and from your venue, setting it up, getting sweaty and worn out hours before walking down the aisle. One of the perks of hiring a rental company is that they take care of getting your rentals to the wedding and back to their warehouse safe and sound. No need to stay after the party to break down the party and drive a big ole U-Haul of decor home after the party is over because a professional has got it covered!

RSVP Rentals | Kayla Sellers Photography

CONFETTI RENTALS

Davello Photography

CONFETTI RENTALS

2802 Capitol Way | Belton, Texas 76513 (254) 939-3302 | confettirentals@embarqmail.com

Confetti Rentals was established in 2003 and has helped Central Texas brides design love stories ever since! Confetti is located in Central Texas and serves Belton, Temple, Salado, Waco, Harker Heights, Killeen, Ft. Hood, Georgetown, and surrounding areas.

Their team of talented designers is style-conscious and work with you one-on-one while guiding you through the process. The best part? They can tailor your event rentals to your individual budget and style.

“At Confetti Rentals, we consider ourselves purveyors of pretty...collectors of the classics and the curious, unabashed hoarders and delighters in good design. And with over 17 years in the event industry, you could say we rock it! “The perfect event never just happens,” Chris has been known to say. Pulling off perfectly planned and stunning events is simple... said no one ever. Until now. “Confetti does it all...we design it, clean it, count it, pack it, load it, deliver it and install it...so you can look pretty! Our designers help create something so special and on budget that your guests will be talking about your wedding for years to come!”

PENDLEY PARTY PRODUCTIONS

Davello Photography

PENDLEY PARTY PRODUCTIONS

7201 Santos Dr. Ste F | Waco, Texas (254) 772-2757 | allison@pendleyparty.com

From concept to completion, the team of party consultants under Paulette’s direction are specialists in the art of planning and producing spectacular weddings and events. With 15,000 square feet of items available to rent, you’re limited only by your imagination. Pendley Party Productions specialize in events of all sizes and types.

With almost 30 years of experience, Paulette and her team are known for their dedication to creating a magical experience. They bring your individual style to life in an unforgettable event that will be a lifelong memory. A Waco resident for more than 40 years and a proud graduate of Baylor University with a degree in Business, Paulette has held the title of Best Event Planner in Waco in the Wacoan, Waco Today, and Locals Love Us publications.

“There are absolutely no words to describe how grateful we are for you. The wedding ceremony and reception were amazing. Nothing short of breathtaking! Everything was perfect, right down to the last detail. It was far better than anything I could have ever dreamed of. Not to mention, all of our friends are still talking about the event like we are celebrities!” - Stacy and Erik Walton

Elisa Lopez Photography

ACTION RENTAL

811 Lake Air Drive, Waco, TX, 76710 (254) 772-8890 | wacoparties@aol.com

Celebrations Wedding Planning and Event Rentals provides unique, quality wedding & event rentals to couples all over Central Texas!

“Come see our showroom in Temple, and visit with one of our highly experienced design consultants or certified wedding planners. We offer everything you need to throw the event of a lifetime. Our rentals include tablecloths, specialty linens, custom-made archways, unique centerpieces, tables, chairs, and more! We’re ready to make your wedding, corporate event, baby shower, or any other occasion a huge success – let’s get planning!”

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CELEBRATIONS EVENT RENTALS

893 East, FM93, Temple, TX 76502 (254) 314-2415 | info@celebrationsshoppe.com

Celebrations Wedding Planning and Event Rentals provides unique, quality wedding & event rentals to couples all over Central Texas!

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Robin Rogers Photography

RSVP RENTAL

426 Towne Oaks Dr, Waco, TX 76710 (254) 772-5667 | nancy@RSVPwaco.com

RSVP is an event design and rental company established in Waco in 2001. They provide rentals, planning, design, set up, breakdown, and delivery. Customers select the services that best match their needs. Their rental inventory is endless with various tents, tables, chairs, linens, bars, dance floor, lighting options, lounge furniture, draping and fabric décor, ceremony décor, and centerpiece and backdrop options in addition to catering equipment.

According to owner Nancy Comer, “We usually start with an initial consultation with the bride to get an idea of her style and the look that excites her. As we are working on her plan, we discuss where we are with cost and adjust accordingly. It is usually a process that requires fine-tuning along the way, but it is extremely rewarding for the bride and for us to see that vision come to life”.

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Kayla Sellers Photography setting the table

From a formal dinner to a casual affair, the table setting sets the tone for an event. How to set a table used to be common knowledge, but unless you grew up helping your mom set the

Thanksgiving table, host dinner parties regularly, or work in the wedding industry, chances are you have no idea which side the knife goes on. But don’t fret - we’ve got you covered!

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Silverware should be 1 inch from the bottom of the edge of the table. It should also be placed in the order of use from the outside to inside.

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The salad fork and dinner fork should be placed on the left side of the plate. The dinner knife should be facing inward on the right side of the plate. Your soup spoon should be on the right side of your knife.