Your Wedding Guide for Central Arkansas July 2015
A Note from
the Publisher Welcome to Central Arkansas Wedding Ideas! I am so excited to be the new owner & publisher. I want to say a very special thank you to my parents and my husband who have always been loving and supportive, to my sweet grandparents who bought an ad in this “first� issue, and to all of my family and friends who have been a part of this process. I have always loved weddings and I hope to provide you with inspiration for planning your big day from the very beginning stages down to the last details. I will work hard to bring you new resources each month, so be sure to pick up each issue as you are planning and let me know what you would like to see! I look forward to featuring real weddings in upcoming issues, so please email and share your story and your wedding could be featured! This month, you can read about Ryan and Cortney on page 10. Their family played a big part in their wedding and it was so moving. If you are on a budget or simply would like to have your family be a part of your big day, there are all kinds of ways to include them, even if it is as simple as having them read a passage during the ceremony. It will create meaningful memories for you and for them. Thank you for reading Wedding Ideas and Happy Planning! Sabra Hensley Owner / Publisher
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CONTENTS Alterations
Florists
Beauty & Wellness
Hotels / Lodging
Bridal Gowns & Accessories
Photography
Pins & Needles Alterations........................... 7
It Works!....................................................... 9
Low’s Bridal & Formal................................. 16
Cakes / Confections
Sugar Dumplin's........................................... 5
Catering / Food
Buena Vista Groves.................................... 14 Catering Creations..................................... 13
Deejay / Music
Timbo Promotions......................................... 7
Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe................................. 5
An Enchanting Evening................................ 7 Brides in Bloom Photography..................... 15 Sitler Photography........................................ 5
Venues
An Enchanting Evening................................ 7 Bella Veranda............................................... 9 Carter Farm.................................................. 6 Hidden Chapel........................................... 15 St. John’s Chapel by the Creek.................... 3 Whitney Mountain Lodge.............................. 9 YourPerfectPlace.net.................................. 13
Chapels / Churches
St. John’s Chapel by the Creek.................... 3
For advertising information or to submit your wedding story, call 501.412.6354 or email sabra@centralarweddingideas.com. Deadline is the 10th of the month prior to publication. Central Arkansas Wedding Ideas Sabra Hensley, Publisher 501.412.6354 sabra@centralarweddingideas.com www.centralarweddingideas.com Graphics & Layout: Brent Ellis Design www.brentellis.me
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ON THE COVER: Cortney Dailey and Ryan Hapner were married on May 2, 2015 at the Benton Event Center. Photo by Courtney Utley Photography
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SugarDumplin’s Cupcakes
High quality. Wide selection. 501-952-3472
5407 Hwy 5 N. Suite 12 Bryant,AR.
Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe (501) 327-7731 • Conway, AR
www.sugardumplinscupcakes.com
www.yeoldedaisy.net
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Where your wedding isn’t just an event,
It’s your Fairytale come true...
Photos courtesy of L. Bishop Photography, B.Matthews Creative, and A Wink & A Smile Photography.
501-626-2802 facebook.com/CarterFarmAR 20 Minutes North of Benton, AR 6
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Pins
Needles
We specialize in Formals & Wedding Gowns! Stop in or call today for an appointment We’ll get you looking your best on your special day! Pins & Needles Alterations Central Arkansas
(501) 943-7282
Behind Walgreens on Hwy 5 612 Office Park Dr. Bryant
Mon-Fri 10am - 6pm Sat 10am - 2p.m Sunday - Closed
An Enchanting Evening Perfect for Weddings, Receptions, & Honeymoons
20 Minutes West of Little Rock * 501-330-2182 * www.AnEnchantingEvening.com
TIMBO
ROMOTIONS
Mark Timmons
MOBILE DJ SERVICE
TimboProductions.com
501-993-6264
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A Perfect Day with Alda Barn Wedding Essentials
An Inspiring Venue with Down Home Charm The rich history of a classic American barn has always been a shelter and gathering place, but today it has evolved as a popular and inspirational place for weddings. The warm character of a barn lends itself to social gatherings and serves as a great foundation to build upon. A simple countryside wildflower and hay bale theme, or the juxtaposition of chandeliers, china and crystal…either way, you can’t go wrong with the charm of a barn if you keep in mind a few necessities. Barns may be loaded with personality and style…but make sure they have a few essentials such as a kitchen and restroom. The caterer will need a place to prep the food, wash a few dishes, and maintain a clean working area. Guests will require a clean bathroom, with running water to wash hands. Electricity is a requirement for all the lighting, sound system, heating and cooling. Needed are tables and chairs. No matter the weather, ceiling fans are wonderful to keep air moving in an area with lots of people, especially over the dance floor. And speaking of the dance floor, make sure there IS a floor in your barn…not just dirt! Of course in a wooden barn, filled with hay, smoking is dangerous, so designate an outside area for smokers. For many brides, there is no wedding venue more desirable than a barn that oozes with effortless personality and style. Consider these things beforehand and just be sure the barn you choose will avoid any wedding day disaster. “Follow your heart. Mine leads to the barn!” Blessings on your day, Alda Alda Ellis, with Alda's Magnolia Hill in Little Rock is not only a wedding professional, but a designer, tea expert, speaker, author, producer, director, wife, mother, and a cancer survivor. Visit www.aldasmagnoliahill.com for more information.
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Bella Veranda Wedding & Events Venue 1090 Lookout Mtn. Rd. Benton, AR 72019
501-231-8749 willmonj@aol.com www.bellaveranda.net
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The Wedding Journal
May 2, 2015
Ryan & Cortney Photos provided by Courtney Utley Photography
How They Met
Ryan and Cortney met in 2010 while working together in Little Rock. They became friends first, but after a few months decided to take the next step and go on a date. They've been together ever since!
They welcomed their son on August 8th of 2012, and saw Cortney obtain her Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy on his second birthday in 2014. They have been each other's calm in the storm and inspiration to continue to achieve their dreams.
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A Labor of Love "Our families worked countless hours to make our wedding a fairytale. my dad, Rodney Dailey, together with his friends Ronnie Collier and George Miller, built from scratch all of the structures used in our wedding (the pergola and its chandelier, the lighted rebar trees, the candlestick holders, the candy buffet table, the gift table, the photo booth scene, the arbor for the ceremony, and so on). Once built and delivered to our venue, all of our family and wedding party worked tirelessly to create our ceremony and reception environments, all of which were unseen by us until we walked into each area for the ceremony and then reception."
"The entire event was so uniquely us and was constructed with such care and devotion by all of our loved ones. It could not have been more special or personal to us. We truly appreciate every ounce of effort that went into making our day so spectacular by the people we care about most."
Venue: Benton Event Center, Benton DJ: Brandon Peck DJ Service Florist: DeVal Inc., Little Rock Caterer: Dinner's Ready, Benton Cake: Harps, Benton Dresses: David's Bridal, Little Rock Hair/Make Up: Salon DeVal, Little Rock Jewelry: Baker's Fine Jewelry, Bryant Tuxedos: Men's Warehouse, Little Rock
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Wedding Day Survival Kit
Adapted from www.stylemepretty.com
Toiletries q Hand Sanitizer q Razors q Eye Mask q Toothbrush/paste q Teeth Wipes q Dental Floss q Tic Tacs
q Breath Spray q Mouthwash q Tampons q Chapstick q Band-Aids q Kleenex q Tweezers
q Deodorant q Lotion q Eye Cream q Baby Powder q Make Up Remover q Face Wipes q Q-Tips
Beauty&Fashion q Hair Comb q Hair Spray q Hair Bands + Bobbypins q Nail Kit (Nail polish remover, nail file, white nail polish) q Push Pins/Safety Pins/Floral Pins q Mirror q Black + Nude Ribbon q Black socks, Spare Underwear q Jewelry (Pearls, Fake Diamond Ring) q Extra Earring Backs
q Heel Protectors for walking on grass in stilettos q Roll-up Flats q Shoe Pads q Chalk for a quick stain disguise q Tide Pen q Fashion Tape q Dryer Sheets – to fix static q Sewing Kits q Binder clips – all sizes to cinch dress if needed for pictures q Lint Roller
Extras q Straws q Energy Drinks q Paper Clips q Coat Check Numbers q Hot Glue Gun q Extra Glue Sticks q Rubber Bands
q Ear Plugs q Blister Repair q Wire q Goo-Be-Gone q Exacto Knife q Lighter/Matches q Extra Butane q White Out
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q Highlighter q Glasses Repair Kit q Tape Measure q Batteries q Sand Paper q Super Glue q Medicine q Epi-Pen
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