pacific coast weddings 2014
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The go-to resource guide for Northwest brides. Our magazine connects brides and grooms with wedding vendors in Whatcom, Skagit, Snohomish, Island and King counties in western Washington.TRANSCRIPT
Dress to DazzleBridal shapes & styles to flatter every figure
scout it outFind the perfect venue to say “I do”
Get orGanizeDWorksheets and guides to keep everyone on track
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the go-to guide for northwest brides
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Contents
45 Planning worksheets
23 How to tie a bow tie
20 Find your bridal style
54 Resource directory
80 Advertiser Index
82 Bridal shows
Co-Publishers Pat Grubb and Louise Mugar
Art/editoriAl direCtor Brandy Shreve AssistANt editor Kara FurrGrAPhiC desiGN Ruth Lauman, Doug De Visser
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Pacific Coast Weddings is a complimentary
bridal guide designed to assist couples in the
Pacific Northwest with planning their wedding.
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Volume XI.
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6 The considerate couple
14 Why go professional
18 The forgetful bride
25 Venue Finder
10 Tips for bridesmaids
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It’s all about the destination,
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C o m m o n w i s d o m s a y s t h a t t h e wedding day is the bride’s day, but even though the bride (and, OK, the groom, too) should be in the spotlight, it’s important that you remember to be considerate of the people you’ve invited to share your special day. The considerate bride will take some time to think of others and ensure that her family and friends are well cared for throughout the wedding day.
Here are some tips for making your wedding easy and enjoyable for your guests:
Accommodating the elderlyGive your elderly guests easy access to
the ceremony and reception. If you can, designate extra parking spaces close to the venue entrance for those who have difficulty walking.
For the ceremony, make sure the sound
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Assign someone to help them to and from their seats.
Are you planning to have loud music at your reception? If so, try to set aside space in a separate room or in a far corner where your older guests (or anyone who prefers quiet conversations to dancing all night) can have a chat. This would also be a great area to set up some games for the introverts in the crowd.
Making it fun for kidsIf you’ve invited your guests to bring
your children, you probably want all par-ties to have a good time. There are two main rules to success with kids at wed-dings: Keep them entertained, and feed them things they’ll actually eat.
There are many approaches to keeping kids entertained during your wedding, from providing coloring sets and games
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Also, make sure you have simple, ac-cessible food for the little ones. No mat-ter how great you think your salmon with lemon risotto is, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a child who will eat it happily. It’s
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hard to go wrong with pizza or chicken nuggets, but make sure to check for food allergies and plan accordingly.
For all the restBe clear with expectations. Are you
only serving appetizers, or do you want guests to wear black tie? Don’t be shy about it – make it clear in your invita-tions, so that people don’t expect some-thing they won’t be getting.
Also, make sure to get face time with everyone. It’s easy to get swept away on your day, but there’s nothing worse than for a guest to feel they’ve been invited to a wedding out of obligation or for a gift, so avoid that by doing your best to spend a little time with all of your guests.
and barring a barrage of sisters wait-ing in the wings, it was really no sur-prise when she asked you to stand up at the altar with her on the biggest day of her life.
The invitation was elating, but when you said “I will” to the bride-to-be, there’s a good chance you didn’t know exactly what was in store for you.
You have responsibilitiesBeing a member of a bridal party
means more than just wearing a pretty (or-not-so pretty) dress and dancing the night away with the groomsmen. There are a lot of things required to make a wedding happen, and your role is integral to keeping the bride’s anxiety at a manageable level. The months leading up to the wedding are an investment of time and money into your friend’s big day and traditionally, certain things are expected of you.
We’ve compiled a list of things that bridesmaids and the maid of honor are typically expected to help with or host. If you’re strapped for cash or time, it’s best to have the
What’s a girl to do? A brief guide to being a bridesmaid
When the couple finally decided to get hitched, you were likely one of the first people the bride called to share the good news.
You’re one of her best friends, after all,
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conversation up front about what the bride wants, and then divvy up the tasks among the ladies.
emotional support: This is your biggest job. Weddings create a roller coaster of emotions and the bride bears the brunt of the decision making in most cases. Be there to offer a shoulder to lean on, dry any pre-wedding tears and rejoice in the happy moments.
dresses & shoes: It’s expected that the maid of honor and bridesmaids will cough up the cash for these items. While she may consult you on the color, cost and style, don’t be offended if she doesn’t.
If necessary, be up front with your bride about any monetary concerns you may have, and if you can’t swing it, bow out gracefully and find another way to support her.
bridal showers: Generally held two to four weeks before the wedding, this is a joint endeavor, generally led by the MOH (but bridesmaids or female relatives might step up as well). Share the costs so the financial burden doesn’t fall on one person, and then split up the planning tasks to make it easy on everyone.
A brief guide to being a bridesmaid bachelorette party: This typically is the responsibility of the MOH to plan. Since you’re likely headed out for a night on the town, but bridesmaids should plan on chipping in for food and drinks. If pos-sible, don’t have this the night before the wedding. It’s best for the bride to have the eve of her wedding to rest and relax.
Gifts: Yes, you are supposed to buy a gift. Many bridal parties go in on a group gift in order to get something nice and keep the gift-giving expense to a minimum, but it is appropriate to give gifts at each party and the wedding.
decorations: Offer your time and labor as much as possible, because, after all, many hands make light the load. If the bride has trouble delegating, take a look at what she’s got on her list and offer to bring over a bottle of wine and help.
Maid of HonorWith great honor comes great responsi-bility. You get the biggest bouquet (next to the bride) and your own special dress, but you also get your own set of tasks to manage along the way.
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dress fitting: Attend at least one fitting with the bride to make sure you know how to help her get into her dress and how to bustle her train for the reception.
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Wrangle the bridesmaids: Make sure the other members of the bridal party have their dresses and accessories, have made their hair and makeup appointments and know when and where they are supposed to be on the big day.
rings: Hold the groom’s ring during the ceremony. tip: Your thumb is a great place to keep the ring visible and handy for the exchange.
Make her look beautiful: When the bride gets to the end of the aisle and takes her place, you’ll need to arrange the train of her gown and her veil so that she looks
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Clean up: If the bride hasn’t hired some-one to do this part, it will fall on you to make sure the venue is spic-and-span at the end of the day. Makes sure every-one has a job and that all the decorations and gifts end up at their final destina-tion. Box up the top layer of cake, grab her dress (if she changed) and turn out the lights.
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It’s no secret that when you’re plan-ning your wedding, costs can add up fast, and when Uncle Bob has a “nice camera” or Aunt Sue makes the “best cake ever,” it can be tempting to farm out wedding day tasks to save some dough.
But what happens when the photos don’t turn out or something goes wrong and the cake never makes it?
Those are questions you need to ask yourself before you agree to let your friends, relatives or those who are trying to get their foot in the business take a role in the most important day of your life.
1. it saves relationships. If things go south because Uncle Bob forgot to bring an extra memory card and didn’t pho-tograph the father/daughter dance, there’s potential for the relationship to be strained or severed. Hiring a profes-sional keeps your familial relationships and friendships out of harm’s way.
2. You have legal recourse. Say you hired cousin Amy to alter your dress and, well, she accidentally spilled red wine on it. Of course it was an accident, and of course
Hiring a professional: The difference it makes
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she’s sorry, but what if she refuses to cover the cost (or can’t). Professionals carry insurance to cover mishaps such as these and are able to reimburse you if the worst should happen.
3. You’re protected. A professional offers a contract for their services that protects both parties. That way, if a disagreement should arise, there’s a piece of paper that you can refer to that clearly states what was expected and whether that expecta-tion was fulfilled or not.
4. You can enjoy your day. Professionals are just that – professional. Their work is consistent, they know what they’re do-ing, have the chops to prove it and gen-erally can navigate just about any crisis because they’ve been there, done that.
Hiring a professional means you don’t have to worry about whether the food is safe to eat, or if the flowers will wilt before the ceremony.
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5. they offer experience you won’t nec-essarily have. Most people are planning their wedding with no knowledge of how to throw a large-scale event with all the moving parts a wedding entails.
You can buy all the books you want and read every how-to on the internet, but until you’ve been in the thick of it, it’s a whole other story.
Professionals have been to many events and have firsthand knowledge of how the entire process should happen. Plus, they are generally capable of man-aging people and handling the stress and fast pace typical of a wedding day.
Check out the worksheets starting on page 45 to get organized and find questions you should be ask-ing your vendors along the way.
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The last few weeks before your wed-ding will be a whirlwind, and it’s easy to lose track of last minute planning details in the lead-up to your day. We’ve talked to brides and vendors and compiled a list of the most commonly forgotten items that you might encounter.
We recommend that you make a list or delegate these tasks to ensure they aren’t left behind in the wedding day rush.
Your marriage license: It seems like a no brainer, but forgetting to bring your marriage license is one of the most com-mon wedding day mistakes. The marriage license is your responsibility; so make sure you apply for it. Your wedding won’t be legally recognized if you don’t get it, and officiants may refuse to perform the ceremony without it. (See sidebar, p.19)
bring along your invitations: You spent a lot of money on this stationary. Bring along a complete set so your photographer can capture this important detail.
Plan your playlist: Whether you use a DJ or an iPod, it’s important to have your playlist ready to go on your wedding day. While DJs can pull together something on the fly, an iPod must be charged and
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loaded for it to be useful – and make sure you remember to bring your charger and have someone to man the playlist during the event.
have cash on hand: You’ll want to tip your vendors on the day of your wed-ding. Make sure to bring enough cash for everyone, or prepare envelopes to hand out. Having pre-portioned tip envelopes is great, as you can designate someone to hand them out, and get one more thing off your plate.
Keeping track: What not to forget for your wedding
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Bring ID: You’ll need a driver’s license
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find your styleYou’ve likely dreamt for years about the
dress you will wear walking down the aisle, but we caution you to keep an open mind when you head to the bridal shop and start trying on the satin and lace.
Not every dress works for every body shape, and you may find that your dreams don’t live up to reality, so let the stylists offer up some suggestions – it’s their job, after all, to know what looks good!
We’ve provided illustrations of the different silhouettes available out there to give you some talking points when y o u h e a d t o t h e s a l o n .
dresses and veils to fit every figure and personality
BallgownA fitted bodice,with a full skirt – the ultimate gown for a princess!
CocktailShort and sassy – this dress can be worn again and again!
EmpireA high-waisted seam just belowthe bust, with an A-line skirt – so romantic!
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dresses and veils to fit every figure and personality
A-lineA fitted bodice that flows into a modest skirt – fits most any body type!
SheathA slim profile that hugs your curves - sexy!
Tea-lengthA skirt that falls just above the ankles – ready to dance!
MermaidBody hugging with a flair at the knee - ooh la la!
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i l l u s t ra t ions by James crowder
BirdcageShort mesh adds an element of allure and class.
MantillaA circular piece of lace that frames the face and is held in place with a comb.
CathedralLong layers of tulle that sweep the floor - think extravagant!
Bridal capA vintage style, popular in the ‘20s, covers your head but makes a statement.
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Drape long end over the front of bow.
A Fold long end over with tail toward your chin.B Then, leading with folded edge, pass the loop between first bow and neck loop.
A Fold short end in half to make the front loop of the bow. B Then take fold and pull it parallel to neckline until it looks like step 5.
Make one end 1.5 inches longer than the other.
Take longerend and cross over shorter end.
Pass longer end up and under through neck loop. Put over shoulder until step 5.
Pull on both ends of the bow to tighten, and adjust until it is to your liking.
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A gentleman’s guide to tying a bow tie
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Eaglemont Wedding Pavillion
Located in the heart of Skagit Valley, Eaglemont offers an award winning setting with breathtaking views of Mt. Baker, the bay and the Olympic mountains. Whether you dream of an outdoor wedding under the sun or a winter wedding in our ballroom, our full service staff is pleased to exceed your expectations.
Our classically elegant clubhouse accommodates a variety of needs from intimate family-style rehearsal dinners to grand weddings for up to 200+ guests. Meal selections can be customized to suit your taste and budget.
Private and convenient bridal party suites, and a “day of ” event coordinator make it easy to prepare for the ceremony and offer a bit of respite throughout the day.
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Giuseppe’s Al-PortoYour wedding, your way – let Giuseppe’s share your dream. Magnificent waterfront views and exceptional Italian cuisine, with uncompromised attention to detail, service and quality. Fun rehearsal dinners, intimate weddings, and receptions in a charming setting for 12 to 200 guests.
21 Bellwether Way, Bellingham Marina 360/714-8412 | giuseppesitalian.com
Samson Estates WineryAn elegant vineyard and pavilion on beautifully landscaped grounds. Mt. Baker provides the backdrop, and our vineyards provide the charm! With our locally-made wine, we offer catering and beer service for intimate affairs or groups up to 250. Your wedding will reflect your personal grace and unique style, creating memories you and your guests will cherish forever.
1861 Van Dyk Road • Everson, WA 360/966-7787
www.SamsonEstates.com
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804 - 10th Street • Belllingham, WA Scarlett Graham 360/392-5558
The Chrysalis Inn & SpaThe Chrysalis Inn and Spa is your dream wedding destination. Our beautiful inn offers intimate waterfront wedding ceremonies on our deck on a sunny day or in our cozy indoor space in front of the fireplace. Rehearsal dinners, bridesmaid get-togethers and family gatherings will be memorable in our waterfront restaurant and on our patio. And, romantic honeymoons at The Chrysalis are notoriously indulgent with luxurious view suites and couple’s spa treatments. With on-site catering, a bay view restaurant, a full service spa and 43 luxurious guest rooms, The Chrysalis can accommodate all of your wedding party and guest room requirements.
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Steakhouse 9Floor-to-ceiling windows create an elegant and timeless backdrop for your wedding. With several venues, our expert team designs the perfect setting to meet and exceed your expectations. The Loft, outdoor terrace, driving range, and grand ballroom can serve groups up to 150. Steakhouse 9 features exceptional cuisine and beverage pairings for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings, and bridal parties of all types.
115 E. Homestead Boulevard • Lynden, WA 360/778-2849
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Fox HallFox Hall is the ideal venue for your wedding, reception, rehearsal dinner, and engagement party. It is affordable, customizable, and includes set up/tear down, making your day hassle-free! Call us today to book your event.
1661 W. Bakerview RoadBellingham, WA 360/676-7700
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Complete services are available from event planning to catering, with menus that offer variety, both in selections and in pricing, making it a perfect choice for any celebration.
McIntyre Hall is conveniently located equidistant between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C. For overnight guests, a variety of comfortable lodging accommodations are available just minutes away.
2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon, WA360/416-7622 | [email protected] | mcintyrehall.org
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Rosehill Community Center
Floor to ceiling windows offer sweeping views of Possession Sound, Whidbey Island, the historic lighthouse and the Mukilteo ferry. The large banquet room is ideal for weddings and receptions. The outdoor deck, plaza and lawn are perfect for ceremonies.
304 Lincoln Avenue | Mukilteo, WA 425/263-8180 | ci.mukilteo.wa.us
MoonDance InnEnvision your beautiful wedding and reception on the shores of Lake Whatcom at the charming MoonDance Inn. Conveniently located minutes from downtown Bellingham. Amid lush grounds and beautiful accommodations, you and your guests will forever cherish your special day.
4737 Cable Street, Bellingham, WA 360/647-2997 or 360/927-2599
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Hotel Bellwether
The premier waterfront destination hotel providing attentive service, personalized amenities and exceptional accommodations. Noted as the most scenic wedding venue in Bellingham, our breathtaking waterfront is the ultimate expression of your personal grace and style. We orchestrate beautiful, intimate events - no matter the size of your affair, pampering your family and guests with a luxurious experience. Our wedding events are designed to please the most discerning bride. The culinary artistry of the Lighthouse Restaurant will create an epicurean experience that will long be remembered. At Hotel Bellwether, rehearsal dinners, bridal “parties” and morning brunches all set the style and tone of your wedding with meticulous detail!
One Bellwether Way, Bellingham, WA360/392-3172
[email protected] hotelbellwether.com
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Majestic Inn & SpaDiscover elegance and charm in our romantic inn and spa. You’ll find beautiful indoor, outdoor and rooftop settings for your ceremony and reception, on-site catering, salon and spa, restaurant and lounge, and luxurious guest rooms.On your day ... think Majestic.
419 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, WA • 360/299-1400 • majesticinnandspa.com
Boxx WeddingsImagine a park-like setting, with fields of flowers and views of Mount Baker. Our splendid tent and private entrance provides a spectacular setting for your casual or formal events.
We grow freshly cut flowers and our experienced floral designers can create seasonal arrangements for your affair! We also offer cut flowers to design your own arrangements.
Farm-Fresh Bouquets!
6211 Northwest Road | Ferndale, WA360/223-3664
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714 Lakeway Drive | Bellingham, WA 360/392-6530 | [email protected]
thelakewayinn.com/weddings
Ask us about our “Ultimate Wedding Package” for 2014!
BW Lakeway Inn & Wedding Center
Your own bridal mansion for the day!Intimate or grand, our full-service event team designs your wedding so you can focus on what matters most. We offer a host of flexible seating options for up to 500 guests. And, we’ve mastered distinctive food and drink paired to meet your taste and budget – exquisitely prepared and graciously served. Poppe’s 360, home to Bellingham’s only year-round covered patio, and Oboe Restaurant will host all your joyful gatherings from bachelor(ette) partiesto your rehearsal dinner, and a delightful ‘morning after’ wedding brunch. Rest and refresh in our elegant guest suites with those who are closest to you – with preferred rates. We extend package pricing with our local wedding partners.
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Lynden Pioneer Museum
Weddings / EventsRehearsal Dinners
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Imagine the Possibilities!
Bridal StyleWe partnered with several of our
vendors for a Gatsby-inspired wedding shoot in December. Visit our blog at pacificcoast
weddings.us/blog to see more.
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104 Commercial Street, La Conner, WA 360/466-3125
La Conner’sMaple Hall
Maple HallA beautiful, modern facility in the heart of historic La Conner, Maple Hall is a perfect setting for your year-round wedding. This unique destination venue accommodates up to 300, and includes a full kitchen, meeting rooms and a patio with water views.
Pacific Party Canopies
Imagine your wedding in a garden, on the beach, or your own backyard! We can help you design the perfect setting for your event, wherever it may be. Our experienced staff helps make dream weddings come true. With spectacular canopies, wonderland lighting, dance floors, quality linens, lounge furniture, chairs, and tables of all sizes, we’ve got you covered.
455 Pease Road, Burlington WA2007 N. State Street, Bellingham WA
360-707-2115 • pacificpartycanopies.com
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TheClubhouse at Shuksan360.398.8888 • [email protected]
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1650 Baker Creek Place • Bellingham360.671.4247
Smuggler’sBREAKFAST • LIMOUSINE SERVICE
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2480 Canada View Drive, Blaine WA • 360-332-1749www.SmugglersInnBlaine.com
• Weddings• Family Reunions• Family Friendly
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(360) 734-6430
Along the shore of beautiful lake Whatcom.
Holds 20 – 300 people
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SuddenValley
Along the shore of
A variety of Wedding Venues!
www.suddenvalley.comWedding Venue & Events
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- Waterfront Wedding Venue - Port of eVerett Waterfront Center
www.portofeverett.com | 425.259.3164
Book Today!
Elegant Events in a Historic Location
1300 Broadway • Bellingham, WA
360-733-1560
Weddings • Parties • Receptions
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Where Ever After Begins...• Breathtaking Views
• Luxurious Accommodations
• Exquisite Cuisine and Custom Wedding Packages
• Elegant Venue with Over 9,000 ft of Event Space
• Exceptional Service
SwinomishCasinoandLodge.comContact our professional wedding coordinator today 360.588.3703
Contact our professional wedding coordinator for all your
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Where Ever After Begins...• Breathtaking Views
• Luxurious Accommodations
• Exquisite Cuisine and Custom Wedding Packages
• Elegant Venue with Over 9,000 ft of Event Space
• Exceptional Service
SwinomishCasinoandLodge.comContact our professional wedding coordinator today 360.588.3703
Contact our professional wedding coordinator for all your
event needs 360.588.3703
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Planning checklist
Budget worksheets
Bride’s emergency kit
Venue questions
Caterer questions
Photographer/Videographer questions
DJ/Band questions
Officiant questions
Florist questions
Wedding day timeline
After the wedding
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There’s quite a bit of work that goes into planning your wedding, and with so many details to take care of it’s easy for things to slip through the cracks as you progress through the planning process, meet with vendors and notify your family friends about the events.
It’s a lot to manage, and even the best laid plans can go astray without a well-organized system – but there’s hope!
We’ve provided a set of work-sheets to help you manage the chaos wherever you go, and we hope you will use our checklists, wedding to-dos and samples of common ques-tions to stay on track throughout the process.
Feel free to cross out anything that’s irrelevant, or add items as needed. But try to stay on task! It’s easy for things to start piling up.
| 360.255.9692 |www.lovebeautybellingham.com
Enhancing your natural beauty through makeup artistry to celebrate your special day. All pricing includes lashes & airbrush.
Makeup Artistry
www.lovebeautybellingham.com
includes lashes & airbrush.Makeup by Love Beauty
Katheryn Moran Photography
planning your wedding
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6 to 12 months
4 to 6 months
Announce your engagement
Choose a date
Choose a location for your “I Do’s”
Develop a budget (p. 48)
Research & visit venues (p. 69)
Create a wedding website (see our blog for advice)
Attend a wedding show (p.82)
Decide how many people to invite
Select your wedding party
Create a wedding notebook
Hire a wedding planner (p.61)Book an officiant (p. 65)Hire your photographer (p. 66)Hire your videographer (p. 68)
Hire your DJ or band (p. 64)
Research caterers and florists (p. 60)
Start shopping for a dress (p. 56)
Reserve a block of hotel rooms for out of town guests (p. 54)
Finalize guest listInvite friends and family to give toastsSelect hairstylist and makeup artistConsider teeth whiteningFinalize menuArrange rehearsal dinnerMail invitations 8 weeks prior to big dayUpdate wedding websiteTake engagement photos
Organize RSVPs and contact guests who haven’t responded Get marriage licenseTry on wedding dress for shoes with final fittingAssign seating for receptionFinalize music listCheck bridal party attirePractice your first dance
Find someone to watch your home or feed pets during honeymoonReview must-have shots with videographer/photographerBegin writing thank you notes for early wedding giftsWrite vows and toasts
Update your registry
Confirm final guest count and wed-ding day schedule with all vendors
Confirm transportation arrangements
Send “save the date” cards
Register for giftsSelect an invitation style and determine the wordingOrder your gown and veilShop for bridesmaids dressesDetermine groomsmen’s attireDiscuss ceremony ideas and wording with the officiantSet up premarital counseling (some officants require this step)Book honeymoon and make travel arrangementsPurchase wedding ringsSelect baker and confirm wedding cake and decorations
Reserve rental equipment (tent, tables, chairs, etc.)Schedule tastings with caterers
Finalize floral arrangementsSelect playlist with band DJArrange transportation
Order personalized wedding favors/napkins
Sign up for dance classes
2 to 4 months
One month
1 to 2 weeks
Planning checklistThere are lots of things to keep track
of when planning your wedding and it
can get overwhelming. Lucky for you,
we’ve made this handy list to make it
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Confirm times and locations for photo sessions
Share wedding day schedule with attendants and family members
Book a spa treatment
Meet with stylist for a test runOrganize wedding dress, shoes and all accessories, including jewelry and bridal emergency kit
Pack for wedding night and honeymoon
Prepare payment for vendors and determine how they will be delivered
Rehearse with officiant and bridal party
Give yourself plenty of time to get readyEat a nutritious breakfast and drink plenty of fluids
Arrange transportation
The day before
Wedding Day
Exchange gifts with your groomHave fun and enjoy the biggest celebration of your life!
For printable worksheets,visit pacificcoastweddings.us
For wedding inspiration, visit our blog to see real weddings from local brides atpacificcoastweddings.us/blog
Visit us online for more wedding day tips and advice. planning checklist
wedding day timeline budget worksheet
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Budget actual
invitations
Invitations $ $
Announcements $ $
RSVPs $ $
‘Thank You’ notes $ $
Postage $ $
subtotal $ $
Budget actual
wedding attire
Bridal Gown $ $
Headpiece, Veil $ $
Undergarments $ $
Accessories $ $
Shoes $ $
Groom’s Apparel $ $
Attendant’s Outfits $ $
Wedding Rings $ $
subtotal $ $
rehearsal dinner Budget actual
$ $
ceremony/reception Budget actual
Hall/site rental $ $
Officiant fee $ $
Food $ $
Beverages $ $
Wedding cake $ $
Rentals $ $
Gratuities $ $
subtotal $ $
flowers Budget actual
At Ceremony $ $
Bridal bouquet $ $
Attendants $ $
Parents $ $
At reception $ $
subtotal $ $
marriage license Budget actual $ $
music/entertainment Budget actual $ $
transportation Budget actual $ $
videography Budget actual
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bridal party gifts Budget actual
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photography Budget actual
Engagement $ $
Wedding $ $
Wedding Album $ $
subtotal $ $
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hairBobby pins
Brush or comb
Curling and/or
straightening iron
Hair spray
nutritionWater
Snacks
miscellaneousCamera
Extra batteries
Cash
Cell phone and
charger
Drinking straws (to avoid smudg-ing your lipstick)
Notebook and pens
Super glue
Umbrella
health/medicalAntacids
Band-Aids
Breath mints
Eye drops
Pain reliever
Spare contact lenses
Feminine hygiene
Tissues
Toothbrush, paste and flossTweezers
dress/clothingComfortable flats
Extra earring backs
Extra panty hose
Medical tape (for torn seams)
Lint roller
Sewing kit with safety pins
Spare buttons for your dress
Spare cufflinks
Stain-remover wipes or stick
White chalk (to disguise
dress stains)
Bow tie instructions (p. 23)
Wooden hanger for photos of your dress
beautyCompact mirror
Deodorant
Eye makeup remover
Eyeliner
Face powder
Lipstick or gloss
Nail fileNail polish and remover pads
Perfume
Q-tips
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◊ How many people can your facility accommodate?
◊ What kinds of packages do you offer? Is a gratuity included in the price?
◊ Is there catering onsite? Are we required to use it?
◊ Do you have a liquor license?
◊ Is there a surcharge for bringing in alcohol? Or corkage fees?
◊ Are you able to provide lighting setups?
◊ Do you provide linens, tables, chairs, etc.?
◊ Is there an extra fee for those services?
◊ When will we have access to the room for setup? How long will we have it?
◊ Can we hold our rehearsal dinner here?
◊ Will any other events be scheduled on the same day as ours?
◊ What happens if we need to cancel our event?
◊ What is your cancellation/refund policy?
◊ For outdoor venues: Is there a backup plan in case of inclement weather?
◊ Who is responsible for acquiring licenses and coordinating any facility rentals?
◊ Do you have a business license?
◊ Is there anything you specialize in? What are your favorite menu items?
◊ Do you provide samples for tasting?
◊ Can you provide references
◊ Who will be setting up food service/serving food? What about clean up?
◊ Are there extra charges or deposits required for cake stands and/or serving dishes?
◊ How much is the deposit?
◊ When is the final head count due?
◊ Can you provide a quote for us? Are there any additional charges (i.e. travel, service)?
◊ Are you insured?
◊ What is your cancellation/refund policy?
questions to ask a venue
questions to ask a caterer
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◊ Do you have business license?
◊ How many weddings have you photographed independently?
◊ What’s your style? Traditional, photojournalistic, portraiture?
◊ How much do your packages typically cost?
◊ How independent or collaborative are you with your couples?
◊ Will you provide us with prints, digital copies or an album?
◊ What’s your turnaround time for delivering the photos or video?
◊ What rights do you retain to the photos or video from our wedding?
◊ How comfortable are you with shooting in low light? Do you use strobes?
◊ How many hours will you be onsite on the wedding day?
◊ Will you attend any other wedding-related events such as the rehearsal dinner?
◊ Do you have an assistant or second photographer?
◊ Do you carry backup equipment?
◊ Are you insured?
◊ What is your cancellation/refund policy?
◊ How many weddings have you performed at or provided services for?
◊ Do you take requests from guests?
◊ When and where can we see you perform live?
◊ Will you also emcee the reception?
◊ How much time will you need to set up?
◊ Will you bring your own equipment? What about backup equipment?
◊ Do you provide a microphone for toasts?
◊ What is your cancellation/refund policy?
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◊ Can I see examples of your past work?
◊ Will you work in coordination with the overall style of my wedding?
◊ Have you worked at my venue before?
◊ Can you help me determine what flowers would be most suitable and/or in-season?
◊ Do you rent items such as arches, aisle runners, vases and/or pedestals?
◊ How much time do you need for setup and take down?
◊ What is your delivery policy?
◊ Can floral pieces from the ceremony be reused at the reception?
◊ What is your cancellation/refund policy ?
◊ What is your background/experience in conducting a wedding?
◊ Are you licensed to perform a wedding in the state of Washington?
◊ Will you travel to our location?
◊ Is there any reason you wouldn’t marry a couple (faith, sexual orientation,
relationship history or other concerns)?
◊ Will you allow us to customize the ceremony? Can we write our own vows?
◊ Do you require any premarital counseling?
◊ Will you attend the rehearsal dinner, reception or other wedding-related events?
◊ What is your cancellation/refund policy?
◊ How much do you charge for your services?
questions to ask an officiant
questions to ask a florist
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Send out thank you notes within two months.
Return unwanted and duplicate gifts– most companies have a 90-day return limit.
Clean and store your dress.
Finalize your wedding album.
Pick your favorite photos and order prints for your album and your friends and family.
Write a review of your wedding vendors online.
Did you move? Send everyone your new address.
If your name or address changed, get a new social security card and driver’s license.
Figure out your finances – apply for joint accounts and meet with a financial planner.
Plan ahead for tax season – talk with a tax accountant.
Review existing insurance plans and change your beneficiary.
Create or update your will.
Share your photos with us at facebook.com/pacificcoastweddings!
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10:30 a.m. Head to the salon for hair
and makeup appointment.
12:30 p.m. Gather your bridesmaids
and start getting ready.
1 p.m. Groom and groomsmen should
start getting dressed.
1:30 p.m. Photo op! Take separate
bridal party photos.
2:30 p.m. Enjoy a last quiet moment as
a single woman.
3 p.m. It’s time to say “I do!”
3:30 to 5 p.m. Take photos of the
couple, bridal party and family.
5 to 8:30 p.m. Celebrate with friends
and family at your reception.
• 5 p.m. The couple arrives.
• 5:45 p.m. Dinner is served.
• 6:15 p.m. Enjoy the toasts.
• 6:30 p.m. Cut the cake.
• 7 p.m. First dance.
• 7:15 p.m. Party the night away.
• 8:30 p.m. Toss the garter/bouquet.
9 p.m. Head out for your honeymoon.
wedding day timelineWeddings come in many shapes & sizes. Use this sample timeline to help plan your day.
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Accommodations
B.W. laKeWaY inn & WeDDinG center714 lakeway Drive, bellingham, Wa360/392-6530thelakewayinn.com/[email protected] three-diamond, upscale inn and conference center will greet you with elegantly designed guest rooms and suites, four-story atrium, cas-cading waterfall wall, relaxation areas, superb dining and courteous service to make your wedding a grand experience.See ad p. 37
tHe cHrYsalis inn & sPa804 10th street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] of our guest rooms overlooks a spectacu-lar Northwest seascape. Our spacious rooms feature fireplace, down comforters, luxury amenities and a two-person bath elegantly set in natural slate. Full bar, fine dining restaurant on-site. See ad p.31
FairHaVen VillaGe inn1200 10th street, bellingham, Wa877/733-1100 or 360/733-1311fairhavenvillageinn.comguestservices@fairhavenvillageinn.comEnjoy the easy charm of historic Fairhaven all year round at our 22-room hotel featuring spacious rooms, fireplaces and elegant suites. Our service is dedicated to the comfort of our guests.
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Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Apparel/Gowns & Dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Beauty, Spa & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Beer/Wine & Beverages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Cakes & Desserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Catering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Consultants & Event Planners . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Dove Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
For the Guys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Gown Preservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Internet Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Limousines & Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Music, DJs & Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Officiants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
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HaMPton inn BellinGHaM airPort3985 bennett Drive, bellingham, Wa360/676-7700bellinghamairport.hamptoninn.combllwa_hampton@hilton.comDiscount blocks available. Special online book-ing pages for your wedding block, track your block online or with an iPhone app. Customiz-able and hassle free. Call to book your block now! See ad p. 32
Hotel BellWetHerone bellwether Way, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] in Bellingham Bay, Hotel Bellwether of-fers the subtle charm of an elegant European inn. it offers 66 spacious guestrooms with im-ported italian furniture, a jetted bathtub, plush bathrobes and other luxurious comforts.See ad p. 35
MaJestic inn anD sPa419 commercial avenue, anacortes, Watel: 360/299-1400 fax: 360/[email protected] the heart of Anacortes, The Majestic inn and Spa will take your breath away with rooms that boast luxury and comfort. Let us make your visit a Majestic experience. See ad p. 36
MoonDance inn4737 cable street, bellingham, Wa360/647-2997 or 360/927-2599
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[email protected] picturesque setting with stunning mountain and lake views, delicious, healthy breakfasts, and beautifully appointed accommodations all create a memorable B&B experience. Ca-noe and kayak usage for guests. Minutes from downtown Bellingham. See ad p. 34
Mt. BaKer loDGinG7463 Mt. baker Highway, Maple falls, Wa800/709-7669 or 360/[email protected] just two hours north of Seattle, Mt. Baker Lodging is your source for private, self-catered vacation home rentals. Group bookings are our specialty. Mention ad #1522 for a special check-in gift. See ad p. 9
SEMIAHMOO RESORT • GOLF • SPA9565 semiahmoo parkway, blaine, Wa360/[email protected] Resort is comfortable in a tra-ditional way, yet stylish and offers some of Whatcom County’s most unique and charming accommodations. Weddings guests may book a room through a bridal block or a wedding code to receive a discount. See ad p. 5
SILVER REEF HOTEL • CASINO • SPA4876 Haxton Way, ferndale, Wa866/383-0777 silverreefcasino.com [email protected] Offering views of the San Juan islands and stun-ning Mt. Baker, you and your guests will enjoy our beautifully appointed rooms and spacious suites with oversized jetted tubs. A full-service spa, exciting gaming and several dining choices will make this the perfect wedding hotel. See ad p. 3
sMuGGler’s inn2480 canada View Drive, blaine, Wa360/[email protected] acres in the U.S. with part of our yard in Canada. Eight themed rooms, rehearsal dinner room. Honeymoon suites available with fire-place, jacuzzi and deck views. Family friendly. See ad on p. 40
sKaGit ValleY casino resort5984 n. Darrk lane bow, Wa877/275-2448 or 360/[email protected] Skagit offers two hotels, 16,000 sq. ft. of combined venue space, a full-service catering
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and banquet staff, plus the fun of a Las Vegas-style casino to create a unique, festive and memorable wedding celebration. See ad p. 84
sWinoMisH casino & loDGe12885 casino Drive, anacortes, Wa888/[email protected] luxurious guest rooms capture breathtaking views and the natural beauty of the Anacortes region. Local artwork, sumptuous bedding, stylish furnishings, glass-enclosed showers and complimentary Wi-Fi will ensure that your guests will be comfortable! See ad p. 42
tulaliP resort casino10200 Quil ceda boulevard, tulalip, Wa888/272-1111 or 360/716-6850tulalipresort.com • [email protected] only venue that combines the ease of plan-ning with style and service to create a lifetime of memories. 370 luxurious guest rooms, a bridal lounge and Oasis Pool ceremony site. Over 30,000 sq. ft. of reception space. See ad p. 83
Alterations
seW & seW1324 commercial street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] offer expert alterations in a comfortable, friendly and professional setting for all mem-bers of the bridal party. We can also help with your custom wedding gown and bridesmaids needs.
Apparel, Gowns & Dresses
alicia’s BriDal sHoPPe1400 n. state street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected]’s carries one of the largest selections of wedding gowns, bridesmaids, mothers and prom dresses in the Northwest. Our handpicked selections from top designers and personal ser-vice will make your wedding unique. Bridal ap-pointments recommended. See ad p.2
alicia’s BriDal outlet1416 n. state street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] bridal outlet features wedding dresses, bridesmaids, mothers, flower girl, prom, shoes, jewelry and veils all at 20% to 90% off original retail prices. Wedding gowns starting at just $49! Open Saturdays only. See ad p. 2
Belle BriDal 201 W. Holly street, bellingham, Wa360/734-1213bellebridalbellingham.com Unsurpassed service and selection of beautiful gowns, bridesmaid, flower girl and special oc-casion dresses. See our website for information on our great bridal package! Full service tuxedo rentals and sales. Find us on Facebook.See ad p. 7
Mi sHoes1315 railroad avenue, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] Shoes is every woman’s dream shoe closet! Shoes for every day ... or that special day. You’ll find it at Mi Shoes for a great price! See ad p. 13
sueÑo celeBrations305 telegraph road, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected]ño carries beautiful bridal gowns and Quinceañera dresses at affordable prices. We have hairpieces, necklaces and earrings for any bride and quinceañera. We also carry flower girl, prom, homecoming, graduation gowns and tuxes for ring bearers.
troi laree custoM WeDDinG DesiGns406/[email protected] LaRee designs one-of-a-kind wedding gowns and specializes in “curvy girls.” Your dream gown made to your specifications.
Beauty, Spa & Wellness
tHe aPotHecarY sPa419 commercial avenue, anacortes, Wa360/[email protected]
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Celebrations! Host your bridal party at the spa! Let us help you de-stress with customized spa packages on the days surrounding your wed-ding. The spa offers full service hair and makeup for your special day. See ad p. 36
tHe cHrYsalis inn & sPa804 10th street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] at the luxurious spa at the Chrysalis. En-joy massages, facials, body treatments, water treatments, manicures, pedicures and relax-ing steam rooms. The spa can also accommo-date group bookings for your wedding party or shower. See ad p. 31
DeFine laser MeDisPa, llc517 front street, suite D, lynden, Wa360/[email protected] is a medically directed medi-spa that offers targeted fat reduction using i-lipo – the #1 European body shaping laser. it’s a FDA ap-proved, non-surgical procedure giving you immediate measurable results without pain or downtime. See ad p.17
elizaBetH Marie MaKeuP6311 aldrich road, bellingham, Wa360/739-3120elizabethmariemakeup.commakeupbyelizabethmarie@gmail.comCreating a uniquely beautiful look for your big day is my specialty. Whether sultry and smoky or soft and natural, my goal is to make you look and feel like the best version of you.
loVe BeautY | MaKeuP artistrYbellingham, Wa360/[email protected] job is to help you relax, feel pampered, and to wrap up all the wonderful emotion you’re feeling about your special day so you can ex-press it through your outer beauty and style. See ad p. 45
MaY DaY sPa-lon 127 W. Kellogg road, bellingham, Wa360/676-6288maydayspalon.com [email protected] Stunning fashion cuts, with color and texture changes, divine bridal up-styles. Feel like an angel with smooth skin facials and wax-ing treatments, Youngblood Mineral cosmetic bar, manicures and pedicures while your party enjoys specialty teas and wine! See ad p. 18
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neriuM international inDePenDent BranD Partner360/[email protected] your skincare results with the ultimate simple one step NeriumAD exclusive NAE-8 patented antioxidant cream clinically proven to dramatically reduce fine lines, wrin-kles, and aging or sun-damaged skin for a more beautiful you. See ad p. 19
nortHWest Vein center3104 squalicum parkway suite 101, bellingham, Watel: 360/733-2557 fax: 360/[email protected] Better, Look Better, Live Better. Restore the health and beauty of your legs. We specialize in state of the art minimally invasive treatment of varicose and spider veins.
SEMIAHMOO RESORT • GOLF • SPA9565 semiahmoo parkway, blaine, Wa360/[email protected] Spa offers the ultimate Northwest day spa destination for pre-wedding pampering, ro-mantic couples’ massage or well-deserved re-storative “me” time. it’s a relaxing haven where bridal parties may retreat soothing away their stress. See ad p. 5
tart BeautY salon1429 King street, #f, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] hair and makeup artistry provided by licensed professionals since 2001. Large wed-ding parties are our specialty! MAC makeup and Kenra hair products used to ensure you stay picture perfect for the entire event.
t sPa at tulaliP resort casino10200 Quil ceda boulevard, tulalip, Wa888/716- 8772 or 360/716-6850tulalipresort.com/[email protected] bridal packages are designed to indulge the bride- or groom-to-be. inquire about our bridal makeup services and let one of our resident art-ists create a look that is picture perfect for your wedding day. See ad p.83
Beer/Wine, Beverages
alPine coFFeepo box 28128, bellingham, Wa360/739-1805alpinecoffeecatering.comdaisy@alpinecoffeecatering.comAlpine Coffee provides premium espresso and beverage catering for your most memorable event! We offer a wide-ranging and flavorful menu that includes all of your favorite espresso and non-espresso drinks.See ad p. 10
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WHatcoM WineMaKers130 e. champion street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] tasting and wine making at the shop in downtown Bellingham. Perfect for wedding gifts or to serve your guests. Custom-made la-bels also available to give your wine a personal touch. See ad p. 19
Cake & Desserts
BarB’s Pies & Pastries2019 Main street, suite 3a, ferndale, Wa360/[email protected] cakes, gourmet pies and pastries for any occasion. “A dessert from Barb’s Pies and Pas-tries makes every day a special event.”
caKes BY Felicitations50-f Malcolm street, #320, friday Harbor, Wa360/[email protected] wedding cakes in the San Juan islands. Custom-designed cakes and dessert buffets, European in composition – less sweetness, more flavor. Batters and fillings crafted with real butter, fresh fruit, whole cream and imported chocolate. Beautiful and delectable!
carol’s caKe DesiGns2016 Main street, ferndale, Wa360/778-2390 or 360/[email protected] simple elegance to dramatically astonish-ing, i am inspired by your imagination to trans-form your wedding cake dreams into a beauti-ful reality. My passion is cake decorating – call today for a bridal consultation!
cHocolate necessities600 Guide Meridian #109, bellingham, Wa 360/676-0589 1426 cornwall avenue, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] Exceptional Belgian chocolates made fresh for you by chocolatier Kevin G. Buck.
cuPcaKes liKe it sWeet103 e. stuart road, bellingham, Wa 360/306-8333
[email protected] cupcakes taste delicious because we bake them from scratch daily using fresh, quality in-gredients. We know how important your wed-ding day is, and we want you to love your des-sert! See ad p. 6
HaGGen MarKet street caterinGsehome Haggen nW fresh210 36th street, bellingham, Wa 866/912-2233 or 360/[email protected] the ultimate in food quality and pre-sentation, professional planning and service staff, our experts will take care of your food, specialty cakes, floral and décor and beverage needs. Whatcom, Skagit and Snohomish coun-ties. See ad p. 13
Katie’s cuPcaKes1005 Harris avenue, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] red velvet to chocoholic, Katie’s Cup-cakes offers baked-from-scratch cupcakes each morning made with only the finest organic ingredients. Let your guests choose from a vari-ety of flavors while you customize the look and taste of each.
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Caterers
aVenue caterinG676 s. spruce street, burlington, Wa360/[email protected] is life and, for us, life is food. Avenue brings you the freshest, local foods available. From backyard BBQs to fine dining affairs and everything in between, Avenue Catering is your Avenue to perfection.
B.W. laKeWaY inn & WeDDinG center714 lakeway Drive, bellingham, Wa360/392-6530thelakewayinn.com/[email protected] you want a champagne brunch, casual buffet or a formal sit-down dinner, our plan-ning and catering staff can create a personalized menu, exquisitely prepared to please both the eye and the palate. See ad p. 37
HaGGen MarKet street caterinGsehome Haggen nW fresh210 36th street, bellingham, Wa 866/912-2233 or 360/[email protected] the ultimate in food quality and pre-sentation, professional planning and service staff, our experts will take care of your food, specialty cakes, floral and décor and beverage needs. Whatcom, Skagit and Snohomish coun-ties. See ad p. 13
HaPPY Place susHipo box 1518, friday Harbor, Wa206/947-1177 [email protected], gourmet, artisan sushi in the San Juan islands. Local, fresh, organic and sustain-able ingredients. Event catering with on-site sushi chef, private parties, sushi classes. Wed-dings, rehearsal dinners, bachelor(ette) parties. Seafood, vegetarian and vegan options. See ad p. 17
GiusePPe’s al-Porto ristorante italiano21 bellwether Way, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] excellence inside or out with Giuseppe’s Al-Porto. We are competitive in price but ex-traordinary in quality and service. From take-out to full-service staffed events. See ad p. 30
Gusto WooD FireD Pizza4342 cordero Drive, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] make Neapolitan-style pizza in our mobile wood fired pizza oven using as many local, or-ganic ingredients as possible. At 900 degrees your pizzas cook in 90 seconds! See ad p. 7
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HilltoP caterinG360/220-0731hilltopcooking.comcatering@hilltopcooking.comComplimentary event planning. Great food. Full-service catering. Hilltop is the preferred caterer of many Whatcom and Skagit County event venues. Professional culinary and service staff. Menus and staffing for any size group, lo-cation or event. See ad p. 9
KellY’s o’Deli5506 nielsen avenue, ferndale, Wa360/384-1702kellysodelicatering.comcater [email protected] you’re having an intimate dinner or a grand scale wedding, our experienced chefs will create a mouth-watering menu just for you. We’ve mastered the art of making every event memorable and worry-free. See ad p. 17
MeMoraBle eVents anD caterinG5510 nielson avenue, suite b, ferndale, Wa360/441-7244 memorableeventsandcatering.commemorableeventsandcatering@yahoo.comWe delight in custom creating menus that your guests will remember and you will cher-ish. Delicious cuisine from scratch in a lovely presentation, suited to your taste and budget. Prequalified to cater Port of Bellingham venues. See ad p. 12
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reVerie BBQ1300 s. 2nd street, Mount Vernon, Wa360/[email protected] specialize in Texas-style BBQ beef, pork, chicken and ribs with wonderful homemade side items. We also offer a variety of non-BBQ entrees, so please call for options!
Consultants & Planners
eVer aFter eVents104 ohio street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected]’re a full -service event production compa-ny. From start to finish, we handle everything you need for your wedding without breaking your budget. Let us handle the planning, so you can look gorgeous. See ad p. 15
Dove Release
sounD DoVe coMPanYstanwood, Wa360/630-4698sounddoves.comfacebook.com/[email protected] believe in making your memorable day un-forgettable! Our dove release will add the per-fect touch to your ceremony while symbolizing your new beginning in a unique way. We work with you to customize your release.
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BoXX FloWers6211 northwest road, ferndale, Wa360/[email protected] pre-made seasonal bouquets or the opportunity to choose your own from our se-lection of farm fresh picked flowers grown on the premises. Wholesale or retail. See ad p. 36
eVer aFter eVents104 ohio street, bellingham, Wa360/220-0918everaftereventsllc.comzeina@everaftereventsllc.comCelebrating new beginnings, milestones, and everything in between! We have everything you may need for your next event. Contact us today to see how we can help make your event a success. See ad p. 15
Floralescents FloWers & GiFts2058 Main street, ferndale, Wa360/[email protected] is passionate about your wedding day! Your flowers must be as exquisite as you are, lovely bride. Creating floral magic within your budget is easy with the floral design team at Floralescents.
HaGGen MarKet street caterinGsehome Haggen nW fresh210 36th street, bellingham, Wa 866/912-2233 or 360/[email protected] the ultimate in food quality and pre-sentation, professional planning and service staff, our experts will take care of your food, specialty cakes, floral and décor and beverage needs. Whatcom, Skagit and Snohomish coun-ties. See ad p. 13
salal Floral BoutiQue10200 Quil ceda boulevard, tulalip, Wa360/[email protected] floral designers lend their remarkable tal-ents to everything from boutonnieres to bou-quets, wedding arrangements to centerpieces, embodying a philosophy of perfection. We take a classic floral design and elevate it to some-thing magnificent. See ad p.83
seVen sister DesiGns at Van WinGerDen GarDen center 8210 portal Way, blaine, Wa360/366-3906, ext. 2vanwingerden.com/[email protected] Sister Designs will go the extra mile to make your day unforgettable. We have unique ideas that will enhance any bride’s vision, whether it be contemporary or traditional, with a fresh twist. Free consultations!
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For the Guys
tHe ForMal House tuXeDos1400 n. state street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] area’s only fully stocked tuxedo warehouse. With 4,000+ tuxedos in store, you know it will fit right. Check out our suits! We offer the lat-est styles and colors at the best prices and a perfect fit, guaranteed! See ad p. 2
V’s BarBersHoP414 W. baker v iew road, sui te 107, baker v iew square, bellingham, Wa360/656-6911vbarbershop.com/locations/bellingham-bakerview-squareit’s a guy thing – experience a fun and hip setting with old-fashioned charm! Treat your groom and groomsmen to a shampoo, haircut, shoeshine, straight razor shave and a compli-mentary cigar to set the mood.
Gown Preservation
DutcH cleaners601 front street, lynden, Wa360/[email protected] Dutch Cleaners to impeccably clean and professionally preserve your precious wedding gown. We are a full service dry clean-
er, established in 1946, downtown Lynden, across from the post office. See ad p. 8
Internet Resources
PaciFic coast WeDDinGs360/332-1777pacificcoastweddings.usVisit our website for real weddings, DiY proj-ects, planning worksheets, upcoming wedding shows and to connect with local vendors.
tHe siMPlY orGanizeD BriDe.coM360/527-8542thesimplyorganizedbride.com [email protected] We connect brides with wedding vendors in the Pacific Northwest. Attend our bridal show in Ferndale. Visit our website for easy three-step wedding planning. Look for Organized Bride on Facebook and Twitter.
Jewelry
PaVÉ JeWelrY & DesiGn stuDio600 s. first street, Mount Vernon, Wa360/[email protected] it be a piece from our in-store collec-tion or a custom design by talented jewelers, we can help you find the perfect engagement ring, wedding band or wedding day jewelry to complement your personal style. See ad p. 12
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Limousines & Transportation
Bellair cHarters800/[email protected] Charters – your transportation special-ists! Offering you 36-56 passenger coaches, mini–buses and vans to fit any size group. More than 16 years of experience. Also, airport pickup available in Washington and British Columbia.
MYstic sea cHarters819 commercial avenue, suite #e, anacortes, Wa800/308-9387 or 360/[email protected] Sea Charters owns and operates the 100-foot, 78-passenger M/V Mystic Sea. Our specialties are weddings, rehearsal dinners, reunions and private charters. Ports of call: Anacortes, Langley, San Juan islands to Seattle.
sMuGGler’s inn2480 canada View Drive, blaine, Wa360/332-1749smugglersinnblaine.comsmugglers101@frontier.comLimousines and classic cars available through Smuggler’s inn. Airport pickup from Vancouver, B.C., Blaine and Bellingham. Call well in advance for reservations. See ad p. 40
WHiDBeY WeDDinG transPortation1751 ne Goldie street, unit a, oak Harbor, Wa360/[email protected] Whidbey Wedding Transportation we are
your wedding transportation specialists! From the engagement party to the wedding day Whidbey Wedding Transportation is your best choice for all your wedding transportation needs. See ad p. 16
Music, DJs & Entertainment
caMeo strinG QuartetGreater puget sound area206/453-5969mywedd ing .com/vendo r s /cameo- s t r i ng -qua r-tet-1203/[email protected] for uplifting wedding music? Our rep-ertoire of both classical and popular works will satisfy your wish perfectly. We can also per-form as a trio, duo or solo violin. Something for every budget and need! See ad p. 15
eVerGreen entertainMentbellingham, Wa360/[email protected] consultation through presentation Ever-green Entertainment communicates, cooper-ates and supports your wedding success every step of the way. We pride ourselves on quality care, service and reliability. Your music. Your way. Always.
KatHie HarDY, celtic HarPp.o. box 5732, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] and air resonate, pulling emotions from the heart. Enchanting harp music – an elegant
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mix of ancient and traditional tunes. Profession-al musicianship to set a mood of memorable romance on your wedding day.See ad p. 6
san Juan Jazz Quintet275 Kittiwake lane, friday Harbor, [email protected], [email protected]/378-9474Give your wedding the timeless elegance of live jazz. Featuring jazz standards from the American Songbook, Bossa Nova, swing, blues and bal-lads. Receptions, dancing and parties. Call the island’s busiest society band.
WHatcoM sounD5012 samish Way, suite #2, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] for the perfect song for a first dance, father/daughter, or mother/son dance? We can help you. Whatcom Sound was voted #1 DJ in Western Washington, and has more than 15 years of fabulous weddings! Packages for all budgets.
Officiants
BarBara GilDaYunitarian universalist Ministerbellingham, Wa360/676-0765 or 360/-927-6627
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[email protected]“it was so you,” is what your guests will say about your ceremony. Honoring all unions, we will re-flect your beliefs, style and personalities, creat-ing a loving, authentic experience for you and your guests.
i Do WeDDinGs360/303-0187ricktoddweddings.com [email protected] your wedding enjoyable and memorable with the personal touch of officiant Rick Todd. Rick’s goal is to have all your guests say, “That was the best wedding i’ve ever been to.” Optional premarital counseling available. See ad p. 8
Party Supply & Rentals
BellinGHaM WeDDinG & eVent rentals4151 Meridian street, suite 116, bellingham, Wa360/393-3654bellinghameventrentals.cominfo@bellinghameventrentals.com We want to help make your wedding experience fun, easy and affordable. With a wide variety of style, design and color options, your wedding will be as unique as you are.See ad p. 17
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tiful chair covers for your wedding reception. Our local business provides free set up and take down. Your wedding can be styled beautifully; choose from a variety of fabrics and sashes.
PACIFIC BUILDING CENTER2677 Bell Road, Blaine, WA360/[email protected] rent tents, tables, chairs, chafing dishes and beverage dispensers. Check our rental availabil-ity online at pacificbuilding.com.
PACIFIC PARTY CANOPIES2007 N. State Street, Bellingham, WA360/392-8720455 Pease Road, Burlington, WA360/707-2115pacificpartycanopies.comsales@pacificpartycanopies.comStop by our showrooms to speak with a friendly event expert. With two decades’ experience and an extensive collection of tents, tables, chairs, dishes, linens and much more, we’ll help make your wedding day perfect. See ad p. 39
Photo Booths
OH SNAP! EVENT PHOTO BOOTHLynden, WA360/441-8084ohsnapphotobooth.weebly.comohsnapeventphotobooth@gmail.comBring fun and laughter to your special day. Send your guests home with photo strips or 4x6 pho-tos in black and white or color. Now offering video! Packages available to fit any budget.
Photographers
DAVID CLUMPNER PHOTOGRAPHY618 Haddon Road, Anacortes, WA360/[email protected], creative and timeless wedding photog-raphy. My images will reflect the ceremonial and emotional moments of one of the most important days of your life.
ELM & OLIVE360/[email protected] love story inspires me. My photographs are romantic, timeless and unique, and I will
EVER AFTER EVENTS104 Ohio Street, Bellingham, WA360/220-0918everaftereventsllc.comzeina@everaftereventsllc.comCelebrating new beginnings, milestones, and everything in between! We have everything you may need for your next event. Contact us today to see how we can help make your event a success. See ad p. 15
HARDWARE SALES RENTALS2030 King Street, Bellingham, WATel: 360/734-4888 Fax: 360/[email protected] and table rentals, perfect for any occasion. Affordable day or weekend rates. Call ahead for sizes, pricing and reservations.
LAVISH CHAIR COVERS360/[email protected] a stunning setting adorned with beau-
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capture your authentic love on your wedding day. Relive your special day, and have a blast in the moment.
eVantiDe PHotoGraPHY4635 bedford avenue, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] and i have been shooting weddings to-gether since before we started dating! We love capturing people in their element. We are Aar-on and Meg, the husband and wife team that makes up Evantide Photography!
Genaro PHotoGraPHY113 s. 41st street, bellingham, Wa 360/[email protected] your beauty and emotion to artisti-cally tell your story. Creating photos you can treasure because that is rewarding for us and our brides. See ad p. 11
Geri Dezarn PHotoGraPHYferndale, Wa360/739-2865geridezarnphotography.comgeridezarn@geridezarnphotography.comYou are unique! Your wedding images should reflect that. Let me create images that capture the emotions and feelings from your special day that you will treasure for a lifetime. Complimen-tary engagement session included.
Janell suMMer PHotoGraPHYblaine, Wa360/201-9667janellsummer.com
[email protected] the joys of your special day with an ex-perienced photojournalist and portrait photog-rapher. Offering a unique perspective, Janell’s photographs will forever tell the story of your wedding.
Joe anD Patienceferndale, Wa360/[email protected] have been dreaming of this day and de-serve to have it remembered in timeless el-egance. We are Joe & Patience and we shoot film and digital, creating a classic look that never ages.
Joel anD BranDY PHotoGraPHYbellingham, Wa206/552-0413joelandbrandy.com [email protected] is beautiful. Remember it well. We special-ize in photojournalistic wedding photography that captures every aspect of your day in an authentic way. Packages include wedding day timeline planning, edited images, album and online gallery. See ad p. 16
Matt PriestMan PHotoGraPHY360/739-4566mpriestmanphotography.cominfo@mpriestmanphotography.comWe think of ourselves as storytellers, only we don’t make up our stories, we tell yours. We do this in a unique and creative way that leaves you with memories for a lifetime.See ad p. 8
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Melisa DraPer PHotoGraPHYbellingham, Wa360/739-4326melisadraper.com • [email protected] husband Chris and i work as a team creating modern, fun images. We strive to build lifelong relationships with our clients. All collections in-clude an engagement session and digital files of your images to remember for a lifetime.
raDleY Muller PHotoGraPHY360/362-0424radleymullerphototography.comradley@radleymullerphoto.comCapturing the art of life – local photographer, global reach.
steFan & auDreYlynden, Wa360/[email protected] are a fun, easygoing, married photography team who love what we do! We strive to be dif-ferent, always pushing ourselves to be creative, and give you a unique perspective of your big day. See ad p. 45
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HaWaii GetaWaYs & a WeeKenD in seattleseattle, Wa206/395-2165 | 877/304-6626425/[email protected]
Specializing in all-inclusive individual or group destination wedding packages to Hawaii or Se-attle/Bainbridge island. Let us create that per-fect beach or waterfall ceremony resulting in memories that will last a lifetime.See ad p. 13
PluMeria Breezes traVelsedro Woolley, Wa360/391-6001plumeriabreezestravel.commonique@plumeriabreezestravel.comWhere do you want to go? Dream of getting married on a deserted beach, underwater, in an ancient castle? Whatever it is, wherever, i’ll make it happen. Luxury, adventure, cruise, land, all-inclusive, boutique ~ you pick!See ad p. 15
Videographers
WeDDinGs san Juanspo box 1518, friday Harbor, Wa206/947-1177 [email protected], award-winning, wedding documen-tary and film production specialist based in the San Juan islands. Reasonably priced packages with a variety of options available to fit your specific budget and needs. Capture those pre-cious moments forever. See ad p. 17
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Wedding Venues
BaKer creeK Place1650 baker creek place, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] located beautiful new venue along Baker Creek offering a 3,000 sq. ft. banquet room and two meeting rooms. Outdoor patio, sound system, digital projector, catering kitch-en, etc. for up to 200 guests. Tables and chairs included. See ad p. 40
Beau loDGe17581 Wood road, bow, Wa360/724-7508beaulodge.com Celebrate your marriage on our 70 beautiful and secluded acres with a pond, meadows and gar-dens. ideal for your indoor or outdoor event, the lodge boasts three bedrooms, a professional kitchen and a large covered deck.
BellinGHaM YacHt cluB: WinDoWs on tHe BaY eVents2625 south Harbor loop Drive, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] waterfront venue with views of Bell-ingham Bay and San Juan islands. On-premise full-service catering. Complimentary event planning. Ceremonies and receptions. Seated dinners and buffets. Bar service and cocktail parties. Elegant décor. Exquisite cuisine. Ex-ceptional service. See ad p. 28
BelleWooD acres & DistillerY6140 Guide Meridian, lynden, Wa360/318-7720bellewoodfarms.comFrom intimate distillery weddings and rehearsal dinners, to grand receptions in our spacious in-door farm market and bistro. Our full-service catering and planning team will give a unique and local flair to the wedding of your dreams! See ad p. 38
B.W. laKeWaY inn & WeDDinG center714 lakeway Drive, bellingham, Wa360/392-6530thelakewayinn.com/[email protected] you want an intimate wedding or a grand affair, you’ll find it here. A variety of event spaces and full-service catering and planning team are at your disposal create the wedding of your dreams. See ad p.37
BlancHarD cHaPel3685 legg road, blanchard-bow, Wa360/[email protected] romantic 1911 wedding chapel offers a ca-thedral-ceiling sanctuary, indoor and outdoor reception areas, creekside meadows and lovely gardens. Our church bell rings from the steeple as you walk down the aisle.
Blue BoY West GolF course27927 florence acres road, Monroe, Wa800/833-6310 or 360/793-2378blueboywest.com
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The historical 1900s Blue Boy Horse Ranch changed into a golf course and multi-venue site in 1992. The treasured “Barn” is now a beautiful new clubhouse, which serves as a wedding and banquet facility.
BoXX WeDDinGs6211 northwest road, ferndale, Wa360/[email protected] romantic outdoor venue is the perfect place to celebrate your Northwest wedding! Acres of flowers provide a lovely backdrop that makes nearly any size wedding unforgettable. A full 100-acre berry farm offers a large, peaceful setting with tented grounds and magnificent mountain views. See ad p. 36
BroaDWaY Hall1300 broadway, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] historic hall offers a unique ambiance for your wedding day. Hardwood floors, fireplace, kitchen, two separate levels available. No ca-tering restrictions. All-day rentals. Have your wedding and reception in the same location! See ad p. 41
tHe cHrYsalis inn & sPa804 10th street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] time celebrating your wedding, rehearsal dinner, engagement, bridal shower or special occasion on our breathtaking boardwalk ter-
race with amazing views of the San Juan islands. Enjoy a wide variety of catering options from our restaurant, Keenan’s at the Pier. With customized menus and luxury amenities it is sure to be an event to remember forever. See ad p. 31
coMForts oF WHiDBeY4361 Witter road, langley, Wa360/969-2961comfortsofwhidbey.comcomfortsofwhidbey@gmail.comPrivately situated on our 22-acre farm, the win-ery and venue are perched atop a high bluff with spectacular views of the Puget Sound and North Cascades. We offer our charming and relaxed location for your special event.
countrYsiDe MeaDoWs21916 7th avenue ne, arlington, Wa360/[email protected] your storybook arrival in our romantic horse-drawn carriage! Beautifully renovated historic barn on 40 peaceful acres with gor-geous lawns, gardens and gazebos for indoor and outdoor events. Just minutes from i-5; voted Best of Western Washington.
crYstal BallrooM at tHe leoPolD1224 cornwall avenue, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] Leopold’s beautiful Crystal Ballroom offers an elegant backdrop for your wedding celebra-tion. With a stage, dance floor and sound sys-tem, we have everything you need to create a fairy tale wedding in this charming setting!
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eaGleMont GolF cluB4800 eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon, Wa360/[email protected] views and centrally located be-tween Vancouver and Seattle, Eaglemont Golf Club offers elegant, full service ceremony and reception venues with both indoor and outdoor accommodations of up to 200 guests for your special day. See ad p. 29
eDMonDs conFerence center201 fourth avenue n., edmonds, Wa425/[email protected] stunning 3,400 sq. ft. Chrysanthemum Hall is located near the seashore in charming Edmonds. The light-flooded hall has vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors and balcony. Rental includes on-site staff, tables, chairs and full ser-vice setting and cleaning.
eVerett YacHt cluB404 14th street, everett, Wa425/[email protected] or shine you will enjoy the breathtaking waterfront views from the comfort of the ban-quet room and expansive deck. No catering restrictions, accommodating 200 people with a fully stocked commercial kitchen.
eVerGreen GarDens698 West pole road, ferndale, Wa360/384-0739 or 360/303-3850evergreengardensweddings.cominfo@evergreengardensweddings.comYour wedding will long be remembered for its natural charm celebrated among towering evergreens and picturesque flower gardens. A covered outdoor pavilion surrounded by spa-cious lawns allows you to enjoy the day in any weather.
FernDale eVents center5715 barrett road, ferndale, Wa360/[email protected] Ferndale Events Center has more than 12,000 square feet of banquet space for your special day. Accommodating up to 400 peo-ple, the center has a bridal room with elegant furnishings and is centrally located with easy freeway access.
FiDalGo BaY resort800/727-5478 or 360/293-53534701 fidalgo bay road, anacortes, Wa 98221fidalgobay.com [email protected] bay view cabins are fully furnished and will be perfect for your bridal suite. The conven-tion center can accommodate small intimate gatherings or large groups up to 100 people. A kitchen is available and all vendors are wel-come. We look forward to giving you a tour!
Four sPrinGs House & laKe PreserVe585 lewis lane, camano island, Wa360/387-1418fourspringshouse.com facebook: four springs House & lake [email protected] island is a hidden jewel. The natural wooded venue offers a beautiful and versatile setting for the wedding of your dreams. Multiple spaces are available, offering many options for your indoor, garden or lakeside event.
FoX Hall at HaMPton inn1661 W. bakerview road, bellingham, Wa360/676-7700facebook.com/[email protected] Fox Hall is an ideal affordable facility for your wedding and/or reception. it is custom-izable to your tastes and size. We also offer
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GiusePPe’s al-Porto ristorante italiano21 bellwether Way, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] signature charm of italy makes Giuseppe’s Al Porto a uniquely romantic setting for your wedding, rehearsal dinner and reception. Gi-useppe and his family offer delectable cuisine at a variety of prices to accommodate 15 to 200 guests. See ad p. 30
Glen ecHo GarDen4390 “Y” road, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected], intimate and magical. The botanical garden is bursting with color and showcased in natural, wooded setting. Fountains, walkways and arches add charm. Up to 150 guests. Lo-cated six miles east of Bellingham.
GranD WilloW17926 Dunbar road, Mount Vernon, Wa360/428-5071grandwillow.com [email protected] elegance and garden wonder surround you in a peaceful setting. Get married outdoors in the beautiful gazebo or inside the elegant grand room with 18-foot ceilings and six sets of double French doors.
GreenFielD FarM anD GarDens14162 Gibralter road, anacortes, Wa360/202-7002greenfieldfarmandgardens.cominfo@greenfieldfarmandgardens.comA venue with a twist! We offer a barn with chandeliers, a grain bin/beverage bar, a log cabin for photos ops and the man cave. Brides love our gardens and different ceremony site possibilities!
Hotel BellWetHerone bellwether Way, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] as the most scenic wedding location in Bellingham, Hotel Bellwether provides stunning waterfront views. With the culinary artistry of our Lighthouse Bar & Grill, we will make your wedding an event to remember. See ad p.35
lYnDen Pioneer MuseuM217 front street, lynden, Wa360/[email protected] unique wedding or rehearsal dinner venue in downtown Lynden. Our Front Street gallery has the storefronts from the 1920s, with a street area for your reception. An entire museum for guests to browse. See ad p. 38
MaJestic inn anD sPa419 commercial avenue, anacortes, Watel: 360/299-1400 fax: 360/[email protected]
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Discover elegance and charm in our romantic inn and spa. You’ll find beautiful indoor, outdoor and rooftop settings for your wedding, on-site catering, salon and spa, restaurant and luxuri-ous guest rooms. On your day ... think Majestic. See ad p. 36
MaPle Hall104 commercial street, la conner, Wa360/[email protected] beautiful facility in the heart of historic La Conner that accommodates up to 300 guests. includes a full kitchen, meeting rooms and patio area with a water view. The perfect setting for your wedding and reception. See ad p.39
McintYre Hall2501 e. college Way, Mount Vernon, Wa360/[email protected] Hall is available for weddings and receptions for groups of 100 to 300, offering a beautiful setting, complete catering and bar services, event planning assistance, technical support, free parking and more. See ad p. 33
MoonDance inn4737 cable street, bellingham, Wa360/647-2997, 360/[email protected] is ion your mag ica l wedding on the
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wscenic shores of Lake Whatcom at the charm-ing MoonDance inn. Amid lush grounds and beautifully appointed accommodations, friends and family will forever cherish the experience of your special day. See ad p. 34
nature’s connection Place27225 71st avenue ne, arlington, Wa425/308-2183 [email protected] and your guests will love this romantic set-ting with spacious grounds and gorgeous views in every direction! Located on five acres and surrounded by 15,000 acres of forestland with mountain views, gardens, trout ponds with wa-terfalls and manicured lawns.
nortH cascaDes institute206/526-2565ncascades.org/[email protected] married in the heart of the North Cascades National Park! On the shores of Diablo Lake, our unique green venue offers lodging, catering and a spectacular view of mountain peaks on your special day.
nortHWooD Hall3240 northwest avenue, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] Hall features an open, elegant Northwest atmosphere that provides a perfect
venue for all your special occasions. Accom-modates 50-300 with fully licensed custom ca-tering service, complimentary event planning, room design and set up.
PaciFic PartY canoPies2007 n. state street, bellingham, Wa360/392-8720455 pease road, burlington, Wa360/707-2115pacificpartycanopies.comsales@pacificpartycanopies.comCreate your own venue! Seat your guests in style under the warm and welcoming glow of a canopy. Our friendly, certified event experts are here to help design the perfect ambiance for your special day. See ad p.39
Port oF eVerett – Blue Heron rooM1205 craftsman Way, everett Watel: 425/259-3164 fax: 425/[email protected] a beautiful location at the West Coast’s larg-est public marina, the Port of Everett’s Blue Heron Room will not disappoint! This premiere wedding venue boasts stunning marina views with a mod-ern “industrial chic” feel. See ad p. 41
roseHill coMMunitY center304 lincoln avenue, Mukilteo, Wa425/263-8180ci.mukilteo.wa.us • [email protected] Point Elliot Room at the Rosehill Community Center has floor to ceiling windows providing
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stunning water and island views. Your rental in-cludes tables, chairs, kitchen, dressing rooms, stage and outside deck. See ad p. 34
roYal Hotel45886 Wellington avenue, chilliwack, b.c.tel: 604/792-1210 fax: 604/[email protected] setting in the historic Royal Hotel. Ren-ovated and repurposed spaces for weddings and receptions up to 85 guests. Catering by our onsite food and beverage team. Overnight ac-commodation for guests and the Royal Jacuzzi honeymoon suite.
saMson estates WinerY1861 Van Dyk road, everson, Wa360/[email protected] by breathtaking mountains, Sam-son Estates Winery is an unforgettable venue for weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers and bachelor parties. Richly designed facilities, gor-geous backdrops and fabulous regional wines satisfy all the senses. See ad p. 30
selene HoMesteaD7523 Kickerville road, blaine, Wa360/[email protected] by a charming country landscape, you’d never guess Selene Homestead is just a few miles from i-5 and Birch Bay. Majestic trees, Mt. Baker view with a historical barn for numer-ous photo opportunities. See ad p. 41
SEMIAHMOO RESORT • GOLF • SPA9565 semiahmoo parkway, blaine, Wa360/[email protected] seaside romance – take in breath-taking views while celebrating your wedding day! A variety of dining experiences are yours. Seashore to tent to dock to ballrooms; accom-modate 30–300. Walk away with your dreams come true. See ad p. 5
sHuKsan cluBHouse1500 e. axton road bellingham, Wa360/[email protected], stunning, spectacular ... these are just a few words that have been used to describe Shuksan Clubhouse. Let your forever start here. We help make your dream into a re-
ality. indoors or outdoors, accommodates 250. See ad p. 40
SILVER REEF HOTEL • CASINO • SPA4876 Haxton Way, ferndale, Wa 866/383-0777 or 360/[email protected] From ceremony and receptions to intimate rehearsal dinners or bridal showers, we offer elegant event spaces with exceptional food and beverages for your special day. Our expe-rienced staff will truly make your wedding a day to remember. See ad p. 3
sKaGit ValleY casino resort5984 n. Darrk lane, bow, Wa877/275-2448 or 360/[email protected] Skagit offers two hotels, 16,000 square feet of combined venue space, a full-service catering and banquet staff, plus the fun of a Las Vegas-style casino to create a unique, festive and memorable wedding celebration.See ad p. 84
sMuGGler’s inn 2480 canada View Drive, blaine, Wa360/332-1749smugglersinnblaine.com
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[email protected] acres in the U.S. with part of our yard in Canada. Outdoor weddings for 500+ and inside receptions for 200+. Gazebo (1,100 sq. ft.), eight themed rooms, rehearsal dinner room. Honey-moon suites available with fireplace, jacuzzi and deck views. See ad p. 40
STEAKHOUSE 9115 E. Homestead Boulevard, Lynden, WA360/778-2849steakhouse9.com • [email protected] House 9 is an intimate and elegant lo-cale overlooking the beautiful Homestead Golf Course. We feature four separate venues for ev-ery act of your wedding: “Loft,” Outdoor Terrace, Driving Range and Grand Ballroom.See ad p. 32
STEPPING STONES GARDEN17503 Cook Road, Burlington, WA360/[email protected] perfect garden wedding tantalizing all of the senses including masterfully planted gardens with exquisite flowers, extensive lawns, bab-bling ponds, white tents, twinkling lights. We are so unique and enchanting the whole dream comes true.
SUDDEN VALLEY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION4 Clubhouse Circle, Bellingham, WA360/734-6430suddenvalley.com • [email protected] the shore of Lake Whatcom and sur-rounded by a gorgeous golf course are three venues to choose from for your wedding and/or reception. Groups of 20 to 300 easily accom-modated. See ad p. 41
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sWinoMisH casino & loDGe12885 casino Drive, anacortes, Wa888/[email protected] the heart of beautiful Anacortes, Swinomish Casino and Lodge is the ideal location for your exciting wedding day. Providing excellent food and friendly service in a beautiful new venue. Accommodates 10 to 650 guests. See ad p. 42
tulaliP resort casino10200 Quil ceda boulevard, tulalip, Wa888/272-1111 or 360/[email protected] only venue that combines the ease of plan-ning with style and service to create a lifetime of memories. 370 luxurious guest rooms, a bridal lounge and Oasis Pool ceremony site. Over 30,000 sq. ft. of reception space. See ad p. 83
WanDerinG WatersMaple falls, Wa360/[email protected] out our creekside venue. Secluded, with mountain views and spawning salmon in sea-son, as well as a colorful garden to provide
a beautiful backdrop for your wedding day. Garden-to-plate catering available.
WHatcoM MuseuM121 prospect street, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] Whatcom Museum offers unique and m e m o r a b l e s e t t i n g s fo r we d d i n g s a n d wreceptions. Choose the traditional 1892 Old City Hall building or the contemporary Light-catcher building and galleries for an art-filled backdrop on your special day.
WinDoWs on tHe BaY eVents2625 south Harbor loop Drive, bellingham, Wa360/[email protected] waterfront venue with views of Bell-ingham Bay and San Juan islands. On-premise full-service catering. Complimentary event planning. Ceremonies and receptions. Seated dinners and buffets. Bar service and cock-tail parties. Elegant décor. Exquisite cuisine. Exceptional service. See ad p. 28
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Aalicia’s Bridal Shoppe .............................2, 56
Alicia’s Bridal Outlet ................. 56
Alpine Coffee....................10, 58
Avenue Catering ...................... 60
BBaker Creek place ............40, 69
Barbara Gilday, Officiant ........65Barb’s Pies & Pastries ............... 59Beau Lodge ............................. 69Bellair Charters ....................... 64
Belle Bridal ........................7, 56
Bellewood acres .............38, 69
Bellingham Wedding & event rentals ............17, 65
Bellingham Yacht Club ..... 28, 69
B. W. lakeway Inn & Wedding Center 37, 54, 60, 69
Blanchard Chapel .................... 69Blue Boy West Golf Course ....... 69
Boxx Weddings ......... 36, 62, 70
Broadway hall .................41, 70
CCakes by Felicitations .............. 59
Cameo String Quartet ....15, 64
Carol’s Cake Designs ................ 59
Celtic harp, kathie hardy ................. 6, 64
Chocolate Necessities .............. 59
the Chrysalis Inn & Spa ................... 31, 54, 57, 70
Comforts of Whidbey .............. 70Countryside Meadows ............. 70Crystal Ballroom at The Leopold ...................... 70Cupcakes like it Sweet .................. 6, 59
DDavid Clumpner Photography ......................... 66
define laser Spa ..............17, 57
dutch Cleaners ................. 8, 63
Eeaglemont pavillion ...... 29, 71
Edmonds Conference Center ................. 71Elizabeth Marie Makeup .......... 57Elm & Olive .............................. 66Evantide Photography ............. 67
Ever After events .................15, 61, 62, 66
Everett Yacht Club .................... 71Evergreen Entertainment ........ 64Evergreen Gardens .................. 71
FFairhaven Village Inn ............... 54Ferndale Events Center ............ 71Fidalgo Bay Resort .................. 71Floralescents Flowers & Gifts ................................... 62
the Formal house tuxedos ........................... 2, 63
Four Springs House & Lake Preserve ..................... 71
Fox hall at hampton Inn ............ 32, 71
Ggenaro photography .... 11, 67
Geri DeZarn Photography ........ 66
giuseppe’s al porto .................... 30, 60, 72
Glen Echo Garden .................... 72The Grand Willow .................... 72Greenfield Farm & Gardens ..... 72
gusto Wood-Fired pizza ...7, 60
Hhaggen Market Street Catering ............. 13, 59, 60, 62
hampton Inn Bellingham airport .... 32, 54
happy place Sushi ...........17, 60
Hardware Sales ........................ 66
hawaii getaways & a Weekend in Seattle ...15, 68
hilltop Catering ............... 9, 61
hotel Bellwether ..... 35, 54, 72
II do Weddings .................. 8, 65
JJanell Summer Photography ......................... 67Joe and Patience ..................... 67
Joel and Brandy photography .................16, 67
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Katie’s Cupcakes ...................... 59
kelly’s o’deli .................. 17, 61
LLavish Chair Covers .................. 66
love Beauty .....................45, 57
lynden pioneer Museum ......................... 38, 72
MMajestic Inn & Spa ...................36, 54, 57, 73
Maple hall ...................... 39, 73
Matt priestman photography .................. 8, 67
May day Spa-lon ............ 18, 57
McIntyre hall .................. 33, 73
Melisa Draper Photography ......................... 68
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Memorable Events & Catering .....................12, 61
Mi Shoes .......................... 13, 56
Moondance Inn ........ 34, 54, 74
Mt. Baker lodging ........... 9, 55
Mystic Sea Charters ................. 64
NNature’s Connection Place ....... 74
nerium ..............................19, 58
North Cascades Institute ......... 74Northwest Vein Center ............. 58NorthWood Hall ...................... 74
OOh Snap! Event Photo Booth ................. 66
PPacific Building Center ............ 66
pacific party Canopies .... 39, 66
paVe Jewelry & design .... 12, 63
plumeria Breezes travel ..............................13, 68
Port of Everett ................ 41, 74Bold typeface indicates Display Advertisers
RRadley Muller Photography ......................... 68Reverie BBQ ............................ 61
rosehill Community Center ............................ 34, 74
Royal Hotel Chilliwack .............. 75
SSalal Floral Boutique ... 62, 83
Samson estates Winery ........................... 30, 75
San Juan Jazz Quintet .............. 65
Selene homestead ........ 41, 75
Semiahmoo Resort• Golf• Spa ... 5, 55, 58, 75
Seven Sisters Designs .............. 62Sew & Sew .............................. 56
Shuksan Clubhouse ........40, 75
Silver Reef Hotel • Casino • Spa ................ 3, 55, 75
Skagit Valley Casino resort ....................... 55, 75, 84
Smuggler’s Inn .... 40, 55, 64, 76
Sound Dove Company .............. 61
Steakhouse 9 .................. 32, 76
Stefan & Audrey ............. 45, 68
Stepping Stone Garden ............ 76
Sudden Valley ................ 41, 76Sueño Celebrations ................. 56
Swinomish Casino & lodge .................... 42, 56, 77
TTart Beauty .............................. 58
t Spa at tulalip Casino resort ............... 58, 83
Troi LaRee Wedding Designs .................................. 56
tulalip resort Casino ................. 56, 73, 77, 83
VV’s Barbershop ........................ 63
WWandering Waters .................. 77
Weddings San Juan Videography ..................17, 68
Whatcom Museum .................. 77Whatcom Sound ..................... 65
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Winemakers ..................19, 58
Whidbey Wedding transportation ............. 16, 64
Windows on the Bay events ............................ 28, 77
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BRIDAL InSPIRATIOnS WEDDInG EXPOJanuary 5, 2014Best Western Lakeway inn, Bellingham, WAbridalinspirations.info
nORTHWEST BRIDAL SHOWCASEJanuary 18 & 19, 2014Tulalip Resort and Spa, Tulalip, WAnwbridalshowcase.com
LynnWOOD-EVERETT WEDDInG EXPOJanuary 25 & 26, 2014Comcast Arena, Everett, WAbridesclub.com/bridal-shows
WHIDBEy WEDDInG InSPIRATIOnSFebruary 22, 2014Best Western Harbor Plaza, Oak Harbor, [email protected]
SkAGIT WEDDInG SHOWFebruary 23, 2014Swinomish Casino & Lodge, Anacortes, WAskagitweddingshow.com
ISLE BE WEDOrcas island:March 8, 2014Random Howse, Eastsound, WA San Juan island:March 9, 2014Brickworks, Friday Harbor, WAislebewed.com
ORGAnIzED BRIDE SPRInG BRIDAL SHOWMarch 9, 2014Ferndale Events Center, Ferndale, WAthesimplyorganizedbride.com
LynnWOOD-EVERETT WEDDInG EXPOMarch 22 & 23, 2014Comcast Arena, Everett, WAbridesclub.com/bridal-shows
SkAGIT WEDDInG TOuRJune 8, 2014wedinskagit.com
THAT’S AMOREJune 22, 2014Swinomish Casino & Lodge, Anacortes, [email protected]
LynnWOOD-EVERETT WEDDInG EXPOSeptember 20 & 21, 2014Comcast Arena, Everett, WAbridesclub.com/bridal-shows
BRITISH COLuMBIA
CInDERELLA BRIDAL SHOWJanuary 5, 2014, Surrey, BCMarch 4, 2014, Langley, BCJuly 8, 2014, Fort Langley, BCcinderellabridalshow.ca
2014 bridal shows
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