South Sound
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Shopping for a wedding gown?Couture wedding gowns, some valued at $8,000, will be on sale for as low as $749 on January 30 at the South Sound Wedding Show - Olympia.The sale runs during... More » |
Sales for bridesSeveral South Sound stores are having sales. All About Weddings & Celebrations near Southcenter in Tukwila is closing on August 15. They have Beverly Clark guest books and supplies, invitations,... More » |
Videographers capture the sights, soundsYou are spending countless hours planning your wedding and lots of money. Most likely, you will be so busy and emotional that day, that you will miss a lot... More » |
Wedding flowersAugust brides: Do you have your florist yet? Or did your do-it-yourself flower plan fail?We can help. Blitz & Co. Florist has a few openings for weddings in August.The staff... More » |
Indian Summer available October 10South Sound brides: Do you need a wedding, reception or rehearsal dinner location on September 11 and 18, 2010, and October 10, 2010, in Olympia? Visit the lovely indoor and... More » |
Large South Sound indoor - outdoor venueVisit the open house on Thursday, July 22 from 4 to 7 pm in Tacoma. Enjoy delicious foods, tour the grounds and chapel, and visit with South Sound wedding and... More » |
Wedding planningThere are book subjects for everyone from the bride who wants a eco-friendly green wedding to the one who wants to spark her imagination.You may not want a completely green-themed... More » |
Get married at the oceanEnjoy your a beach wedding at the Ramada - Ocean Shores beautifully landscaped outdoor gardens.Following the wedding, you can have a reception on the pool deck inside a 9,000... More » |
Shopping for a ring?While in Tacoma, I visited the new EE Robbins store. Known as the engagement ring store, EE Robbins has cases filled with beautiful engagement and wedding rings.I was greeted... More » |
Rock Creek GardensLast night at Rock Creek Gardens, RAM International Catering announced its partnership with the outdoor venue in a Tie the Knot party.Despite the drizzly weather, everyone was dry underneath... More » |
Planning a destination weddingAfter attending a friend’s wedding on the Oregon coast, I drove inland through wine country to see a friend in Roseburg, Oregon. Along the drive I noticed the blue signs... More » |
Visit this June 6 eventVisit the lovely Rock Creek Gardens and relax in the English gardens. Enjoy the fabulous decor by TLB Events. Sample delicious and beautifully presented food by RAM International Catering.Pick... More » |
Distinctive wedding cakeI recently sampled a fabulous wedding cake from Tortes N Tarts. It was not only beautiful, but incredibly delicious.The seven-layered white cake was layered with smooth cream and raspberry... More » |
Popular wedding colorsTo see the most popular wedding colors in 2010, look at a peacock feather.Purple, green and turquoise are most popular this year, according to a survey by the National... More » |
Specialty linensCathy at Kitsap Chair Covers has a colorful job. She has chair covers of all colors, textures and sizes. To go with the chair covers, she has sashes, and chair... More » |
Learn from the prosEngaged couples, wedding parties and families are invited to the free South Sound Wedding Workshop at Trophy Lake Golf & Casting Club in Port Orchard on Saturday, May 15, from... More » |
Need wine?When you are looking for wine to buy for your South Sound wedding reception, visit Classic Winemakers. There, you can sample a variety of wines to select which one you... More » |
Sampling wedding cakeEvery Fourth of July, we have a party and enjoy the fireworks. It\'s the rite of summer for me. I go to the nearby strawberry farm to buy fresh berries.... More » |
Hello, CupcakeWhen you need a delicious pick-me-up, stop by Hello, Cupcake along Pacific Avenue in Tacoma. Situated nearby the UW Tacoma, and across from Union Station, the cupcake shop is convenient... More » |
Trendy hair ornamentsLast week when Rachael and I were picking up styling new products for our 2011 South Sound Wedding & Event magazine photo shoot, we found lots of new, fun, trendy... More » |
Workshop for engaged couplesEngaged couples are invited to a South Sound Wedding Workshop on Saturday, May 15 Trophy Lake Golf & Casting Club in Port Orchard. From 10 am to noon, South Sound wedding... More » |
Learn how to plan your weddingYou are invited to a South Sound Wedding Workshop on Wed., April 7 at Indian Summer Golf & Country Club in Olympia. From 6 to 8 pm, South Sound wedding... More » |
RSVP card does double dutyI am invited to one of my best friend’s weddings this spring. Enclosed with her beautiful wedding invitation was a little something extra. The RSVP was a recipe card and... More » |
Intimate weddingThis wedding was special. I have known the bride since she was the adorable, sweet flower girl at our wedding. What a joy to see her marry the man of... More » |
Once-in-a-lifetimeWe invited eight special friends to a private dinner party at The Heritage Room in Olympia. Occasions Catering & Special Events created a special meal just for us. It included... More » |
Beautiful church in OlympiaIf you are looking for a beautiful, affordable place to marry in Olympia, talk to the staff at The United Churches of Olympia. It is popular with South Sound brides... More » |
Finding resourcesAttending a wedding show can be overwhelming, so take a to-do list, some adhesive address labels, and wear comfy walking shoes. Brides received South Sound Wedding & Event magazine at... More » |
Bride shoes: new colorsBrides: express yourself with brightly-colored shoes. Choose your wedding accent color and find a pair of shoes to match.Strappy shoes with sparkly jewels or feathers are especially fun! Remember to paint... More » |
South Sound Wedding WorkshopYou are invited to a South Sound Wedding Workshop on Wed., April 7 at Indian Summer Golf & Country Club in Olympia. From 6 to 8 pm, South Sound wedding... More » |
Pierce County wedding showOn March 21, visit the Point Defiance bridal show at the Pagoda from 11 am to 4 pm. It\'s presented by Metro Parks Tacoma.Rachael and I will be there giving... More » |
The latest fashionsThe latest gowns were showcased at the fashion shows. Thanks to Weddings With Joy, Amore Bridal and David\'s Bridal for the gowns. Thanks to Top Hat for the tuxes.Hair... More » |
Meeting engaged couplesCome see us at the South Sound Wedding Show where you can meet friendly, competent South Sound wedding professionals who can help you with your wedding and reception. The show... More » |
Sample delicous reception foodsSouth Sound Wedding & Event magazine sponsors this beautiful South Sound bridal event at The Heritage Room in Olympia. Occasions Catering will serve fabulous food and their signature beverages to... More » |
Wedding show season!At the Harbor Bridal Fair, we met delightful brides-to-be, along with some fabulous South Beach wedding professionals who are eager to serve brides. Lorna\'s Line in Aberdeen has a... More » |
Chehalis Bridal FairMeet Chehalis wedding professionals at the Chehalis Bridal Fair on Jan. 15 from noon to 7:30 pm and Jan. 15 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Historic Hotel... More » |
Harbor Bridal ShowGrays Harbor County, most of us call, the ocean, is a beautiful, natural setting to get married. Consider it a close-by, South Sound destination wedding. While there, stay for your... More » |
Meet South Sound wedding expertsWhether you are getting married in 2010 or 2011, it is best to start looking for your wedding professionals -- partners in planning your wedding -- as early as possible.... More » |
Magazine on newsstandsSouth Sound Wedding & Event Magazine 2010 is on newsstands. in the South Sound. Nine real South Sound weddings are featured, along with weddings that feel like destination weddings, but... More » |
Holiday engagementsWhen you see a small jewelry box appear, or your loved one is acting nervous, maybe he (or she) is getting ready to ask you to become his (or her)... More » |
Jazz quartetI enjoyed listening to the Jason Parker Quartet (JPQ) play smooth jazz when I was at the Get Hitched Give Hope event. Their music is fabulous.Live music is always the... More » |
Dancing is fun!Rachael and I danced our way through the Lakewood Chamber meeting tonight. We stepped, shuffled, and moved to the music.The instructors and students demonstrated several varieties of dance, and... More » |
Fall & winter weddingsIn the great Northwest, we have natural color year-round found in the forests and gardens. I enjoy watching the leaves change colors, and seeing flower bushes produce red or orange... More » |
Get Hitched Give HopeAt the swanky Arctic Club in Seattle, engaged couples and top-notch wedding professionals gathered for the Get Hitched Give Hope annual event in late October.Wedding professionals donated wedding-related items... More » |
Fresh Flowers & GiftsFor an inspirational holiday boost, visit the Blitz & Co. Florist open house in downtown Tacoma. The open house runs Thursday, Nov. 12 through Saturday, November 14. 8 am-6 pm... More » |
Wedding show in JanuaryFind everything you need at the South Sound Wedding Show - Olympia on Sunday, Jan. 31 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Great Wolf Lodge, minutes south of... More » |
Preparing 2010 magazineSouth Sound real wedding stories have been selected for the 2010 issue. We're looking through hundreds of photographs of real weddings to select the best. We look for photos that... More » |
New colors for springIf you have shopped for bridal gowns and bridesmaids' dresses, you have seen a hint of the spring colors.Pantone recently announced the new colors for spring 2010. They are: • Turquoise •... More » |
Gown sales help causeMore than $30,000 was raised by Brides Against Breast Cancer. Proceeds go to the Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation which grants wishes to those who have stage IV breast cancer.National... More » |
The Vault Catering Open HouseEnjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres at The Vault Catering in downtown Tacoma. Tour their new facility, and visit with their preferred vendors.Space is limited, call 253-572-2933, before Oct. 1. The Vault,... More » |
Wedding show on TV newsQ13 news anchor Angela King interviewed Paula Lowe about the South Sound Wedding Show - Tacoma and Brides Against Breast Cancer in Tacoma. Be sure to watch the morning news... More » |
Exciting new wedding showBrides- and grooms-to-be will receive bags filled with treasures, coupons, and copies of South Sound Wedding & Event Magazine at the show. Plus, prizes will be awarded hourly.See the latest... More » |
Gluten-free foodsAt our recent NACE meeting, hosted by Occasions Catering & Special Events in Olympia, our guest speaker, Shelly Pierpoint, spoke about gluten-free foods. Shelly wrote a book about gluten-free foods.She... More » |
Makeovers bring smilesAfter answering the questions, “What do you love about your face? What do you hate about your face?” posed by Jilladair Carlson, she reached for her makeup brushes and started... More » |
Indian Summer Golf & Country ClubSeated at round tables decorated with hand-painted ceramic pitchers filled with freshly-cut brightly colored flowers, we enjoyed a fabulous dinner at Indian Summer Golf & Country Club.The Tacoma chapter... More » |
Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade CenterLast night's open house featured fabulous, freshly cooked seafood, mojitas, and other fine foods by ARAMARK's chef and his staff.Frei Brothers Reserve and Louis M. Martini offered delicious beverages.... More » |
Need a DJ?Professional and experienced DJs will play the right tunes to keep the party rollin' whether it's a wedding reception, anniversary party or a prom.They have a large selection of... More » |
Brides buy shoesBrides spend between $83 to $94 on their bridal shoes to go with their gown, according to The Wedding Report. These are national statistics.For bargain prices on shoes this month,... More » |
Everyone loves a muffinFor people with celiac disease or food sensitivities, eating gluten-free and allergen-free foods is a lifesaver.If you have guests who eat special diets coming to your wedding reception, make arrangements... More » |
Newly engaged?Come to the South Sound Wedding Show - Tacoma to talk to the experts. The two-day show, Sept. 26 - 27, features a large gown sale by Brides Against Breast... More » |
Decorate your reception hallCover unattractive or boring walls with floor-to-ceiling drape, add some dynamic up-lighting, and you have a warm and colorful reception room. Drapes are available in a wide variety of textures,... More » |
City of LaceyFor an historic setting, visit the Jacob Smith House in Lacey. It offers and indoor and outdoor setting for smaller weddings, receptions and events. The beautiful park-like setting has a... More » |
Courtyard by MarriottGuests will call it home during their stay.The Tacoma hotel's event spaces are available for weddings, receptions, celebrations and conferences or other events. It's a beautiful place for your... More » |
Rock Creek Gardens has Open HouseRachael, our marketing and event specialist, went for her first visit.Located in Puyallup (South Hill), Washington, the venue is absolutely fantastic for an outdoor summer wedding. It features long, wandering... More » |
The comforts of homeThe door is marked "home." It always means, welcome. -- Mary Anne Radmacher, from her newest book, may your walls know joy . . .This... More » |
Port Gamble's new wedding facilityToday we went to the private party celebrating the opening of the Hood Canal Vista Pavilion at Port Gamble. The beautiful new facility overlooks Puget Sound. The grassy lawn in... More » |
Pets participate in South Sound weddingsPets are an important part of our families. More South Sound couples are including their pets in their wedding ceremony. Sometimes they are the best dog or the cat of... More » |
Most popular wedding colorsThe most popular wedding colors in the next 18 months are (in order) blues, purples and greens. When do you choose a trendy color for an accent color? There are... More » |
Welcome to our new blogAs I meet with South Sound wedding professionals, I learn a lot from them. Their years of experience, along with their creative skills and talent, inspire me. They want the... More » |
New gown sale in SeptemberSelling for about half of retail prices, there are gowns for brides, bridesmaids, mother of the bride or mother of the groom, as well as gowns for special occasions (prom,... More » |
