The Wedded Bliss - November-December 2013

Wedded Bliss

Nov/Dec 2013

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The Premier Bridal and Event Magazine of East Texas

MELODY WALKER & STEVEN ROSS MARCH 9, 2013 PHOTOGRAPHY BY KRYSTLE AKIN PHOTOGRAPHY

Complimentary Issue

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Wedded Bliss NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2013

VOLUME 10

NUMBER 60

WEDDINGS 4 Melody Walker & Steven Ross 8 Sarah Stewart & Ryan Renz 12 Kate Norris & Jason Bragg COVER IMAGE BY KRYSTLE AKIN PHOTOGRAPHY

14 Christi Harris & Beau Batchelor 16 Kelsi Wicks & Jared Hodges

ENGAGEMENTS

PLACE AN J.C. Hope Director of Advertising Sales

17 Natalie Vance & Wesley Smith

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JC@TheWeddedBliss.com (903) 240-8118 PLACE AN

IN THIS ISSUE

ANNOUNCEMENT Info@TheWeddedBliss.com (903) 295-1284 Publisher/Editor-In-Chief Sandra McNeese

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WEDDING SUGAR COOKIES

Sugar cookies are not just for how this holiday favorite can

Joel Dryer

be transformed into chic eats

(903) 801-9228

for your winter wedding!

Joel@TheWeddedBliss.com Proof Editor and

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VENDOR FOCUS THE GLITZ

We sit down with Debbie Norton, owner of The Glitz, to find out why her boutique is truly a onestop-shop for bridal, prom, formal & more, backed by outstanding customer service.

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VON’S VICE PRETTY POISON

Are you wearing or using toxic

Contributing Writer Jennifer Watkins

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Santa. Charlotte Taylor shows

Art Director/Photographer

Graphic Designers Clint Fultner Nathan Roberts Contributing Writers Amanda Retallack Charlotte Taylor Von Criswell Contributing Photographer Jamie Maldonado

makeup or skin care products?

Our expert esthetician sheds some light on a few of the

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shocking chemicals used in many common beauty products.

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WEDDINGS

MELODY WALKER & STEVEN ROSS MARCH 9, 2013 | ELMWOOD GARDENS | PALESTINE, TEXAS

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WEDDING SUGAR COOKIES

BY CHARLOTTE TAYLOR / PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMIE MALDONADO

SUGAR COOKIES ARE NOT JUST FOR SANTA. CHARLOTTE TAYLOR SHOWS HOW THIS HOLIDAY FAVORITE CAN BE TRANSFORMED INTO CHIC EATS FOR YOUR WINTER WEDDING!

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Custom decorated sugar cookies have become wildly popular and uber chic these days. These cookies are as at home in a lunchbox as they are on a fancy dessert table. Set them out for Santa or

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serve them up with tea. Ice them with a glaze or outline them with royal icing and you’ve turned the ordinary into extraordinary. I don’t know about you but, they have definitely moved up quite a few notches from the cookies I left out for Santa!

Sugar cookies are not a new invention by any means, they date back to the 17th century.

Culinary guru’s say that the first cookies were actually test cakes. A small amount of cake batter was baked to test the oven temperature; eventually they began to sell them to eliminate waste. These tasty little treats quickly caught on and a sugar based creation was born. Word then spread throughout Europe in the 17th century and later they were introduced to the Americas.

Three cheers for the 17th century!

Plain and sugary, or layered with icing, sugar cookies are always a winner.

Personalized sugar cookies would make great save the dates, wedding favors, edible place cards or just yummy treats on your reception table. For an elegant look, keep the icing colors subdued and save the colorful, bold stuff for the holidays. These cookies are scrumptious iced or plain, they travel well and keep very nicely in the freezer.

until firm again. In the meantime, preheat the oven to 350°. Place chilled dough cut-outs a few inches apart on a baking sheet sprayed with non-stick spray. Bake for 8-9 minutes until they start to show the slightest golden color on the bottom. Remove from the oven and let rest right on the cookie sheet for 2-3 minutes to firm up a bit.

Using a spatula, gently move cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Repeat with the remaining cookie dough, making sure to place raw

Bonus Icing Recipe at TheWeddedBliss.com!

4. The baked/cooled cookies can then be frozen and decorated at a later

thick, adding more flour as needed to

date if desired. Kids could decorate

• 2 large eggs

keep dough from sticking. You don’t

them on Christmas Eve, bridesmaids

• 2 teaspoons vanilla

want to overwork the dough or walk

or friends and family could decorate

• Royal Icing, Sugar, Decorations,

off and leave it sitting, if the dough

them at a bachelorette party or

becomes too warm it will only make it

bridal shower. They make great party

harder to cut into shapes.

favors or holiday gifts when they are

WHAT TO DO:

3. Cut dough into desired shapes by

wrapped in cellophane bags and tied

1. Combine flour, salt and baking

using cookie cutters or a sharp knife

up with ribbon.

powder in a bowl or large measuring

for a freehand design. Combine the

hold their shape very well and could

cup and set aside. In a separate bowl

remaining scraps of dough, re-roll

be made into lollipops or even a

mix together the butter and sugar

once and repeat. Save the rest of the

wedding cake topper! Needing ideas,

until well mixed and fluffy and pale

scraps for the cookie dough lovers

extra help, or tutorials? The internet

yellow, about 3 minutes. Mix in eggs

in your family. The cookies are just

is your friend. There is so much free

and vanilla to combine well. Slowly

not as nice if they’ve been re-rolled

information out there you are only a

add in dry ingredients and stir just

more than once. Gently slide the

click away. You’ll be limited only by

until combined. Divide dough into

shapes onto a lightly floured cutting

your imagination when you leap into

thirds and flatten each into a disk.

board or the back of a baking sheet

making tried and true sugar cookies!

Wrap in plastic and refrigerate until

and refrigerate about 20 minutes

ENJOY!!!

(optional)

firm for at least 1 hour or overnight.

• 4 cups sifted all-purpose flour,

2. When ready to bake, remove one disk at a time from the refrigerator

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

and let stand at room temperature

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

until warm enough to roll out, about

• 8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted

10 minutes. Roll out dough on a lightly

butter, softened

before each baking.

• 2 cups sugar

WHAT YOU NEED: plus more if needed

dough on a cooled baking sheet

floured surface to just about 1/4-inch

Charlotte Taylor has a passion to help young couples learn the basics in the kitchen. She posts weekly recipes that are simple, delicious, and easy to recreate at CharlotteTaylorCreates.com.

Iced sugar cookies

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Photography by Gema

WEDDINGS

SARAH STEWART & RYAN RENZ JUNE 28, 2013 | CASTLE ON THE LAKE | JACKSONVILLE, TEXAS

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY DONNA CUMMINGS PHOTOGRAPHY

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THE GLITZ

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BY AMANDA RETALLACK | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMIE MALDONADO

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“My favorite part of my job is the look on a bride’s face when she finds the perfect piece and says YES TO THE DRESS!” Walls lined with dresses of taffeta, chiffon and lace in an array of colors create a much different work environment for Debbie Norton, The Glitz Boutique owner, who grew up in Marion, Indiana working in her familyowned sporting goods store. A Longview resident for 15 years now, she has morphed her world of tennis rackets and camping tents to wedding gowns and haute couture.

Her business is now in its fifth year of catering to brides, wedding

parties, prom goers, pageant queens and more. “We really are your onestop-shop for weddings,” Debbie said. The store carries designer prom gowns and Jim’s Formal tuxedo rentals for all formal wear occasions.

A little known fact is that The Glitz Boutique also has a great selection of women’s ready-to-wear outfits, from business to semi-casual. As a matter of fact, the 2,500-square-foot space in the Brookwood Village in Longview is practically bursting at the seams with the size of Debbie’s exquisite inventory.

“The Glitz is the premier dealer for Maggie Sottero designer bridal gowns as well as various other designers,” she added. “We also carry Jordan and Bill Levkoff bridesmaid dresses and the largest selection of mother-of-the-bride dresses in town.”

When you shop at The Glitz, expect a variety of bridal looks along with amazing customer service. Debbie values each and every bride who walks through her doors and wants to make wedding dress shopping an experience as easy and memorable as it can be.

“My favorite part of my job is the look on a bride’s face when she finds the perfect piece and says YES to the dress!” Debbie said. “When she comes in my store, I’m on a mission to help her find exactly what she’s looking for.”

NOV-DEC 2013 THE WEDDED BLISS | 11 The best time to start shopping for your dream dress is at least nine months before the big day, but if you’ve got more time there is no reason not to use it. Once the dress is ordered, it can take up to three months to arrive and then the alterations can begin. It pays to give yourself time to shop at a comfortable pace and leave plenty of leeway for preparations.

There are usually two scheduled fittings, and each alteration can take up to two to three weeks. To help Debbie narrow down the countless fields of couture styles, it’s best to come armed with the style you are looking for and what price range you have in mind.

According to Debbie, this years hottest trends feature lace and low backs, just something to keep in mind. Certain fabrics can make a gown shine depending on the type of ceremony you are having. “Satin and taffeta are must haves for traditional weddings, while destination weddings usually call for a chiffon fabric,” she added.

One of the most difficult parts of dress

determination is the budget. Fear not! Debbie has a plan for that, too. For the bride on a tight budget, The Glitz has dresses on sale!

"They are still beautiful, just a little less expensive," said Debbie. “My Maggie Soterro gowns start at $799 and go up from there, but I have nothing in the store over $1,700. You should also think about accessories. Allow at least $300 for little ‘extras,’ such as the veil and jewelry, as well as undergarments.” Hint: No undergarments are needed for Maggie Soterro gowns!

For a unique opportunity to view some of the favorite pieces in Debbie’s shop, this year’s Bridal Faire is the place to be. “I always like to surprise the audience with what I showcase at events,” she said. "But I will tell you we are bringing in lots of different gowns, motherof-the-bride and bridesmaid dresses, tuxedos and flower girl flair. You don't want to miss it!"

DID YOU KNOW? The Glitz was featured on Lifetime in a “Prom

Queens” segment - “Don’t Mess with Texas” on September 20, which also featured Tatum High School. A young lady named Andrea, who purchased her dress from The Glitz, won Prom Queen.

VENDOR INFORMATION The Glitz (903) 234-8262 www.GlitzBoutique.com Check us out on Facebook at The-Glitz-Boutique-Longview Business Hours M-F 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

1416 McCann Rd. Brookwood Village Longview, Texas 75601

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WEDDINGS

KELSI WICKS & JARED HODGES JULY 20, 2013 | UNIVERSITY CHURCH OF CHRIST | TYLER, TEXAS

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Natalie VaNce & Wesley smith May 31, 2014 | The arbor | Tyler, Texas PhoTograPhy by lasTing iMPressions by Viki

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VON’S VICE |

BY VON CRISWELL

A BEAUTY ADDICT’S INPUT ON MAKE UP, STYLE & WELLNESS

PRETTY POISONS TO AVOID

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Dear Von,

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A few years ago, I stopped wearing make up on a regular basis when I realized what was in it. Artificial fragrances, colors and chemicals are all on the short list of things I try to stay away from. I still have a bit, but I only wear it on special occasions. I want to find a make up line I can feel good about wearing. What brand do you recommend?

Jennifer - Tyler,Texas

Dear Jennifer,

I am definitely an ingredient conscious esthetician and make up artist. Although make up for weddings or other occasions where you will be photographed professionally are an exception. These rare occasions require performance based products and my focus is not on ingredients. But when it comes to the ingredients you put on your skin day in and day out, keeping toxic ingredients out of your beauty products should be a top priority.

One of the primary functions of your largest organ, your skin, is absorption. So think about what you put on your body the same way you think about what you put in your body.

The quest for beauty has a checkered past at best. Ancient Egyptians are thought to have been the first to pack on poisons for the sake of pretty. Their exaggerated eye makeup was made of malachite, copper and lead. Ancient Romans used white lead to lighten their faces, then topped that off with a bit of red lead as rouge. (That type of red lead is used in the manufacture of batteries and rust-proof paint!)

Perhaps the most known face of the lead craze was the infamously white complexion of Queen Elizabeth I in the 15th Century.

One would think that in 2013 we would have learned from our lead poisoned ancestors and would only allow non-toxic beauty products to be sold. But regulatory systems are not fail proof. Furthermore, considering that a lot of products aren’t even made here in the

• BENZOYL PEROXIDE: The molecular structure of this common acne-treating ingredient produces free radicals. In 1995 the FDA changed benzoyl peroxide from a Category I (safe) to a Category III (safety is uncertain) ingredient and stated this action (56 FR 37622) was based on new information that raised a safety concern regarding benzoyl peroxide as a tumor promoter.

• DEA (DIETHANOLAMINE), MEA (MONOETHANOLAMINE), & TEA (TRIETHANOLAMINE): This foam booster is a skin/eye irritant and causes contact dermatitis.

These are easily absorbed through skin to accumulate in body organs, even the brain.

United States, it’s easy to see how the most affordable, sometimes toxic option, slips right into your tube of lipstick.

You mentioned that you were still wearing some of your old make up on special occasions: Throw that stuff out, girl! Most make up has a shelf life of 1 year. Check the back of your container to see the expiration date. The number represents the number of months the product can be used after the initial opening.

Old make up can be toxic. The chemical structure of beauty products can change over time. If the manufacturer says it’s only good for a certain amount of time, honor that. This is especially true for eye make up. No amount of make up can make infected eyes pretty.

Aside from becoming a chemist or researching every ingredient extensively, the internet can be very helpful. Websites such as www.ewg.org is a respected resource for checking the toxicity levels of beauty products. They even have an app for your smart phone which can be very helpful when you’re on the go. Knowledge is the building block for beautiful, healthy skin. Yes, it takes a little more effort to find non-toxic make up, but your face is worth it!

Peace & Lipstick,

• FD&C COLOR & PIGMENTS: Here’s the thing: Manufacturers don’t have to tell you what’s in these ‘colors’ or ‘fragrances’. The label will simply read ‘fragrance’. So heaven knows what’s in that! Synthetic colors from coal tar contain heavy metal salts that deposit toxins in skin.

• PARABENS (METHYL, BUTYL, ETHYL, PROPYL): This often used preservative is a major hormone disrupter. The body treats this similarly to estrogen and is linked to hormone imbalance in females , early puberty and breast cancer.

• PROPYLENE GLYCOL (PG) AND BUTYLENE GLYCOL: The EPA considers PG so toxic it requires protective gloves, clothing, goggles and disposal by burying. Because PG penetrates skin so quickly, EPA warns against skin contact to prevent brain, liver, and kidney abnormalities.

• SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE (SLS) AND SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE (SLES): Found in 90% of personal-care products that foam.

• TRICLOSAN: A synthetic antibacterial ingredient with a chemical structure similar to Agent Orange!

VON CRISWELL is a freelance make up artist and licensed esthetician. Von has experience in film, print and runway and specializes in special occasion make up.

Upon returning

to East Texas in 2011, she now focuses on catering to brides.

She also works as an

esthetician at a local salon where she gives make up applications, lessons and permanent lash extensions.

HAVE A QUESTION?

von@theweddedbliss.com

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AIRBRUSH MAKE-UP ARTISTS Tammy Greene Kilgore 903-240-2289

BAKERIES Chez Bazan French Bakery & Café 5930 Old Bullard Road Tyler 903-561-9644 www.chezbazan.com

Ganache

5380 Old Bullard Rd., Suite 700 Tyler 903-509-3999 www.ganachecupcakes.com

BED & BREAKFASTS Centaur Arabian Farms

10271 FM 2813 Flint 903-561-6926 www.centaurarabianfarms.com

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Walker Manor

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214 E. Commerce Gladewater 903-845-7054 www.walkermanortx.com

BEVERAGES: PUNCH, COFFEE, WINE AND LIQUOR Latte Da Espresso Catering 903-312-8248 www.lattedaespressocatering.com

BRIDAL BOUTIQUES Brides & Belles of Tyler 3524 S. Broadway Ave. Tyler 903-581-8211 www.bridesbellestyler.com

Dress Me Bridal

302 S. Henderson Bullard 903-894-3505 www.dressmetexas.com

The Glitz

1416 McCann Road Longview 903-234-8262 www.glitzboutique.com

Weddings A to Z

3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-597-7497 www.weddingsatoz.net

BRIDAL BOUTIQUES: RESALE AND CONSIGNMENT Bridal & Prom Boutique 3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-526-3224

BRIDAL REGISTRY AND GIFTS Back Country Furniture Designs

The Writing Horse

5825 Old Bullard Rd, Suite 500 Tyler 903-595-3900

CAKE DESIGNERS Cakes by Design

307 S. White Oak Rd. White Oak 903-653-1078 www.macscakes.zoomshare.com

Chez Bazan French Bakery & Café 5930 Old Bullard Road Tyler 903-561-9644 www.chezbazan.com

Cindy’s Creative Cakes 501 E. Hwy. 31 Kilgore 903-983-2242 www.cakesbycindy.com

Cuppie Cake’s Cupcakery Longview 903-424-7168

Designs By D’Anne

903-589-6992 903-216-5714 www.designsbydanne.com

Ganache

5380 Old Bullard Rd., Suite 700 Tyler 903-509-3999 www.ganachecupcakes.com

CALLIGRAPHY Oh So Illustrating

Longview 903-245-6025 www.ohsoillustrating.com

CATERERS Adalante’ Catering Company

1723 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-526-3800 www.adalantecatering.com

Fresh by Brookshire’s

6991 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler 903-747-3503 www.freshbybrookshires.com

Lori’s Eats and Sweets 1208 Titus Street Gilmer 903-680-3287

Perfect Catering

Serving all of East Texas 903-236-2895 903-475-4726 www.perfectcateringonline.com

Sabor a Pasion Country House & Bistro

401 Hurst St. Center 936-598-7467 www.backcountryfurnituredesigns. com

110 ACR 406 Palestine 903-729-9500 www.saborapasion.com

Cadillac Ranch General Store

14227 CR 438 Lindale 903-882-9556 903-363-2222 www.thefattapple.com

404 N. Hwy. 79 Henderson 903-657-5053

The Fatt Apple

for a stylish wedding

Traditions Restaurant & Catering 6205 S. Broadway Tyler 903-534-1111 www.traditionstyler.com

FLORISTS Ann’s Petals

1107 Evergreen Drive Longview 903-297-7799 www.annspetals.com

Brighton Floral & Company 1436 McCann Rd. Longview 903-291-0808 www.brightonfloral.com

Brosang’s Flowers LLC

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Pursuing Eden Vintage Sales and Rentals 497 Henderson Lane Longview 903-387-0922 www.pursuingeden.com

HAIR SALONS Salon Bliss

CMB Music Productions

101 E. Hubbard Str. Lindale 903-830-5944

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR GUESTS Hampton Inn & Suites Longview North

903-752-5501 www.farmvalleycarriages.com

903-930-5395

3044 N. Eastman Rd. Longview 903-663-8670 www.hampton.com

Fresh by Brookshire’s

Homewood Suites / Hilton

Garden Style

4815 Old Bullard Rd. Ste. 106 Tyler 903-526-0664 www.gardenstyleflowers.com

Judge The Florist

631 South Vine Avenue Tyler 903-595-5700 www.judgetheflorist.net

Moss “Where Flowers are Fair”

2210 Three Lakes Prky. Suite 160 Tyler 903-787-8822 www.welovemoss.com

The Flower Girl

304 Locust St Tyler 903-509-3839 www.petalspaintsportraits.com

Two Dandelions

by Diane Reis

Tyler 903-521-1725 www.twodandelions.com

GIFTS AND HOME DÉCOR Back Country Furniture Designs

401 Hurst St. Center 936-598-7467 www.backcountryfurnituredesigns.com

Cadillac Ranch General Store

404 N. Hwy. 79 Henderson 903-657-5053

Palestine 903-922-3418 www.ampeddjs.com

HAIR STYLISTS Tony Allen - Hair Stylist

Casa Flora Flower Shop

6991 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler 903-747-3503 www.freshbybrookshires.com

MUSIC/DJS Amped Entertainment Boogie Butt Productions

HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGES Farm Valley Carriages

Fantasy and Fairytale Floral Designs

903-724-3192 www.tyleruplights.com

121 S. Shelby Carthage 903-690-2715 www.salonblisscarthage.com

3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-597-3333 800-256-7363 www.brosangsflowers.com

314 Magnolia Lane Longview 903-753-4492 www.casafloraflowers.com

Tyler Uplights

205 North Spur 63 Longview 903-234-0214 www.longview.homewoodsuites.com

The Hilton Garden Inn 220 E. Grande Blvd.

Tyler 903-509-1166 www.tyler.hgi.com

INVITATIONS & CUSTOM PRINTING The Writing Horse

5825 Old Bullard Rd, Suite 500 Tyler 903-595-3900

JEWELERS & CUSTOM JEWELRY DESIGNERS Susan Robinson Jewelry

6009 S. Broadway Ave. Tyler 903-581-5530 www.susanrobinsonjewelry.com

LIMOUSINES & SHUTTLE BUSES Brosang’s Limousine Service 3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-525-9977 903-752-5402

Classic Coach and Carriage Tyler 903-581-7566 www.classiccoachandcarriage.net

MONOGRAM PROJECTION & EVENT LIGHTING Amped Entertainment Palestine 903-922-3418 www.ampeddjs.com

903-597-6788 www.boogiebutt.com

Palestine 903-724-3192 www.cmbdjs.com

DJ Rob J Entertainment

214-763-7034 www.djrobjentertainment.com

Moore Music Entertainment Mt. Pleasant 903-563-0505 www.mooremusicdj.com

MusicMasters of East Texas Jacksonville 903-360-3204 www.etmusicmasters.com

MUSIC/STRINGS Evergreen Strings

903-938-1359 www.evergreenstrings.com

PHOTOGRAPHERS 361 Photography

204 N. Fredonia St. Longview 903-237-8866 www.361-photography.com

Allen Arrick Photography Tyler 903-253-1848 www.allenarrick.com

Brandi Burkett Photography Tyler 903-312-5550 www.brandiburkett.com/blog

Casey Jay Benson Photography

Tyler 903-253-7668 www.caseyjaybenson.com

Chic Framed Photography Hallsville 903-736-5493 www.cframedphotography.com

Confetti Photography

146 E. Fifth Str. Rusk 903-721-0873 www.confettiphotography.net

Donna Cummings Photography

617 Huntwick Lane Tyler 903-266-9000 903-721-9279 www.donnacummings.com

Fresh Focus Films

5002 Woodgate Drive Texarkana 903-831-6837 903-276-4432 www.freshfocusfilms.com

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Herrington Photography

Longview 903-740-0980 www.herringtonphotography.com

Jamie Maldonado Photography

East Texas 903-746-5127 www.jamiemphoto.com

Jamye Perelli Photography 544 Jolly Drive Gun Barrel City 903-887-3830 www.jamyeperelli.com

Jennifer Willard Photography

903-724-1529 www.jenniferwillardphotography.com

Joy Clary Photography

Overton 903-808-5897 www.joyclaryphotography.com

Krystle Akin Photography

VIDEOGRAPHERS A Thousand Word Productions 903-839-7200 www.atwpro.com

Fresh Focus Films

5002 Woodgate Drive Texarkana 903-831-6837 903-276-4432 www.freshfocusfilms.com

Harbuck & Co.

196 Walking Horse Lane Diboll 936-208-6909 www.harbuckandco.com/video

Heartstring Films

8068 Park Lane #214 Dallas 214-810-4377 www.heartstringfilms.com

Jamye Perelli Photography 544 Jolly Drive Gun Barrel City 903-887-3830 www.jamyeperelli.com

Lauren Ashley Photography

REC Studio

Tyler 903-521-8862 www.laurenashleyphotos.com

Marquardt Photography Flint 903-978-9049 www.stanmarquardt.com

Photography by Dena

Lufkin 936-875-5592 www.photographybydena.com

REC Studio

Longview 903-215-2791 www.recstudioweddings.com

SW Photography

Palestine 903-948-7665 www.swphotographytx.com

PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOBOOTH RENTAL Capture POD East Texas

Longview 903-576-0639 www.capturepodeasttexas.com

PHYSICAL FITNESS BodyStrong LLC

4705 Judson Rd. Longview 936-676-8900 www.bodystrongbootcamp.com

SALONS & DAY SPAS Salon Bliss

121 S. Shelby Carthage 903-690-2715 www.salonblisscarthage.com

Salon Kalea

3415 S. Broadway Ave. Tyler 903-534-1101 www.skdayspa.com

Tammy Greene

Kilgore 903-240-2289

Longview 903-215-2791 www.recstudioweddings.com

Ryan Roberts Videography

Kilgore 903-746-2942 www.ryanrobertsvideography.com

Studio M Productions

Host Event Design

Longview 903-689-2548 www.hosteventdesign.com

Plan It! Events

Tyler 903-521-4726 www.planiteventstyler.com

Simply Yours by Design

East Texas 903-372-4728 www.simplyyoursbydesign.com

WEDDING LOCATION AND EVENT PACKAGES 6S Ranch

10027 Hwy 31 East Tyler 903-566-2151 www.sharonshriners.com

Bella Sera Ranch

Stone Oak Ranch

286 ACR 1400 Palestine 903-723-0900 www.bellaseraranch.com

Murchison 903-530-7947 www.stoneoakranch.com

Brides Chapel and Event Hall

518 Tankersley Road Mt. Pleasant 903-572-0567 www.tankersleygardens.com

4400 W. Marshall Avenue Longview 903-759-7100 www.brideschapel.com

Castle on the Lake

10271 FM 2813 Flint 903-561-6926 www.centaurarabianfarms.com

El Rancho Verde

Hwy 79 South, CR 456 Henderson 903-720-1359 www.elranchoverdetx.com

Judge The Florist

Elmwood Gardens

631 South Vine Avenue Tyler 903-595-5700 www.judgetheflorist.net

680 ACR 446 Palestine 903-549-2716 www.elmwoodgardens.com

Plan It! Events

Enoch’s Stomp Vineyard and Winery

WEDDING EVENT PLANNERS Adalante’ Catering Company 1723 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-526-3800 www.adalantecatering.com

Country Accents Event Planning

White Oak 903-315-7579 www.easttexascountryaccents.com

Sabor a Pasion Country House & Bistro

Sharon Shrine Hall

Longview 903-689-2548 www.hosteventdesign.com

East Texas 903-372-4728 www.simplyyoursbydesign.com

2601 Hwy 64 Ben Wheeler 903-849-5553 www.roselandweddingchapel.com

11361 Gilmer Rd. Longview 903-746-5461 www.arabellamanorevents.com

Centaur Arabian Farms

Simply Yours by Design

Roseland Wedding Chapel and Ballroom

Arabella Manor

Vanessa McKellar Productions

Tyler 903-521-4726 www.planiteventstyler.com

1997 FM. Road 2011 Longview 903-720-7347 903-918-6034 www.missmarysplace.com

8159 CR 313 W. Lindale 903-539-0234 www.6-s-ranch.com

9110 US Hwy. 79 W. Jacksonville 903-721-3593 www.jacksonvillecastle.com

WEDDING COORDINATORS Host Event Design

Miss Mary’s Place

110 ACR 406 Palestine 903-729-9500 www.saborapasion.com

Tyler 903-245-9779 www.studiomproductions.com

903-894-6078 www.vanessamckellar.com

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871 Ferguson Rd. Harleton 903-240-1587 www.enochsstomp.com

Hollytree Country Club 6700 Hollytree Dr. Tyler 903-581-4952 www.hollytreeclub.com

Hunt Villa

Hallsville 903-668-4752 903-746-0024 www.huntvilla.info

Lake Tyler Petroleum Club

15898 East Side Drive Tyler 903-566-4444 www.laketylerpetroleumclub.com

Tankersley Gardens

The Arbor

2215 Roy Rd. Tyler 903-534-4997 www.arborvenue.com

The Belgium House

903-720-6414 www.thebelgiumhouse.com

The Cascades Golf and Country Club

2611 Cascades Golf Club Drive Tyler 903-525-0033 www.cascadesoftexas.com

The Legacy

Jacksonville 903-571-9644 www.thelegacy-venue.com

The Pineapple Manor

3596 Country Club Road E. Longview 903-757-4548 903-806-6943 www.thepineapplemanor.com

The Reserve

7725 Hwy. 259 Longview 903-431-3496 903-720-4295 www.bookthereserve.com

The Summit Club

3700 Judson Rd. Longview 903-753-0331 www.summitlongview.com

Villa di Felicitá

7891 Hwy. 110, 3-5 miles outside N. Loop 323 Tyler 903-597-0002 www.villadifelicita.com

Walker Manor 214 E. Commerce Gladewater 903-845-7054 www.walkermanortx.com

WEDDING OFFICIANT Pastor Tommy Jackson Wedding Officiant 903-315-8545 www.pastortommy.net

WEDDING SUPPLY RENTALS A-1 Party and Tent Rental 4005 Judson Road Longview 903-758-2772 903-297-7770 www.a1partyrentalstx.com

All American Party and Tent Rentals 4917 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler 903-561-2943 866-561-2943 www.allamericanpartyandtent.com

Iron Inspired Wedding & Event Rentals 5971 Gilmer Rd. Longview 903-738-3231 www.ironinspiredweddings.com

Red Hat Rentals 951 N.E. Loop 7 Athens 903-677-3850 1506 S. 7th St. Corsicana 903-872-7200 Corner of Oak St. and Hwy. 488 Fairfield 903-389-8665 3210 West Oak St. Palestine 903-729-3400 www.redhatrentals.com

WEDDING SUPPLY RENTALS/VINTAGE Mirabella Palestine 936-581-2583 www.mirabelladecor.com

Prairie Sage Vintage Rentals Longview 903-261-4025 www.prairiesagevintage.com

Pursuing Eden Vintage Sales and Rentals 497 Henderson Lane Longview 903-387-0922 www.pursuingeden.com

WEIGHT LOSS Kelly’s Skinny Wraps Tyler 903-920-5897 www.getskinnybykelly.com

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SALON KALEA

903-534-1101 | www.skdayspa.com

WEDDINGS A TO Z

903-597-7497 | www.weddingsatoz.net

ALL AMERICAN PARTY & TENT RENTALS 903-561-2943 | www.allamericanpartyandtent.com

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