After an amazing week attending the Special Events Conference in New Orleans, my trip was topped off by winning the Program of the Year Award for my “Not Your Mamma’s Wedding” presentation at the Charlotte Nace Awards Gala.
A HUGE thanks to Matt Francis with Dreamlight Films for being my “tech guy” for my presentation. Without him…there is no telling what my presentation would have looked like!
Congratulations to the 2009 Award Winners! I am flattered to be included with this group of industry peers.
Location of the Year: AFR Event Furnishings
Primary Member of the Year: Marc Cassier, jr., cmp
Event Professional: Susan Hornsby, AFR Event Furnishings
Committee Member of the Year: Todd Crawford, Crawford & Co.
Rising Star Award: Heather Bryson and Kristen Prestwood
Mary Margaret Traxler Award: Erin Dennis
xo-
ivy
I was so excited when Completely Unveiled by Weddings Unveiled featured me on their blog. woo-hoo! This is one of our studio’s favorite magazines and we always gush at their features, details and cover. Thanks again for the opportunity to the ladies at Unveiled! If you don’t have the latest copy of Weddings Unveiled Magazine… it is a must read!
Click here to check out the interview..happy reading!
xo-ivy
photo by: Tamara Lackey Photograph
cake by: The Art of Cake
We can’t even begin to express how excited we are that our full lineup of vendors is returning to the upcoming License to Wed workshop! Having direct access to so many well-established professionals makes such a huge difference to those who are starting out in their career, and here at Ivy Robinson Weddings and Events we know we wouldn’t be the company that we are without the incredible relationships Ivy has built with so many talented people over the years. We are so blessed that they are willing to share their time and expertise with the attendees of License to Wed. Here is the list of excellent professionals who will be speaking their mind and doling out endless advice to aspiring planners this February!
Gail Buff - Cheesecake Etc.
Andrew King - High Cotton Catering
Lisa Hiner - Classic Party Rentals
Jessica Helms - Hampton Inn & Suites Phillips Place
Richard Israel - Richard Israel Photography
Taylor O’Shields - The Place for Flowers
Blake Miller - Charlotte Wedding Magazine
Melissa Lamkin - Bridal Styling
Court Creeden - Hinrichs Flanagan Financial
Will we see you there? Go to www.ivyrobinsonlicensetowed.com to register online! There are still a few spaces left!
For 8 years I have had the hairest assistant…she is one of the founding members of IRW&E, keeps my feet warm on cold days, can be vocal on certain designs, demands treats on the hour, every hour and hasn’t missed but 5 days of work! This lads & lassies is Miss Macy!
Sometimes the best plan is having no plan at all! The pictures you are viewing are the outcome of our “no plan tabletop design challenge”! I arrived in Costa Rica with a laptop, carry on suitcase, flip- flops, sundresses, and a M.I.A passport (that’s a different story for different day). So….you maybe asking how I ended up with the design I did when I didn’t bring any of this with us?? It’s all about observing what is around you…and this is how it went down. When our group of gals (aka planner from across the country) went into “town” to visit the local florist, I saw this huge piece of driftwood sitting in the corner of the shop’s floor. From there, I had the idea to hang it from the hut that was beside our villa. Look closely and you’ll see that the floral chandelier hanging above the table is the piece of driftwood. The “chargers” are some huge leaves that I found on property, as well as the orange “straws” in our mango daiquiri that our infamous pool boy made us on an hourly basis. The benches were around the pool, the table was what we ate dinner from every night, the napkins we borrowed from the kitchen staff’s linen closet and the peacock feathers were in the villa in a vase. A huge hug & air kiss goes out to my wing man on this challenge…Lisa “Ceci” Johnson Founder/Creative Director of Ceci New York who also is responsible for the too hot for words invitation sets and belly bands. Of course you wouldn’t be viewing this without the amazingly, talented Corbin Gurkin!
Did you find your way to Ivy’s website because you are interested in becoming a wedding planner yourself? You are not alone. It’s one of the greatest jobs out there (take it from Ivy), but it’s not an easy field to break into. Don’t worry though! Ivy and her team of professional wedding vendors is here to help! During February 5 and 6, we’ll be hosting our second License to Wed Workshop in Charlotte, NC. For two days you’ll have unlimited access to Ivy and all the vendors she recommends to get all your questions answered about how to get into the business for yourself, how to get clients, how to plan unforgettable weddings, and how to build a reputation that will LAST. So are you considering a career in wedding design or planning? Then we better see you here this February. Go to the CONTACT page and click on the link at the top of the page to download the application or to apply online and register your payment via PayPal.
Got questions? Email workshop@ivyrobinson.com
On Halloween, I packed my bags and headed south to Playa Ocotal, Costa Rica for a week long familiarization trip that was full of fun & laughter. Lisa Light with
Destination Bride and Heather Mahaffey of
Costa Rican Rentals, LLC hosted a group of wedding industry professionals from across the country and showed us first hand the beauty and ability Costa Rica has to host a full scale destination wedding.
A highlight of the week ,other than zip lining through the tropical forest and having a pool boy, was the networking party in which we had the opportunity to meet local wedding vendors. They are amazingly talented! If you are looking for a villa for your wedding and or honeymoon, Heather with Costa Rican Rentals is your go too gal.
A special thanks to everyone (see below for names & links) that made this such a successful trip.
Here are some pics of the Table Top Design Off we had… Stay tuned for my tabletop design!
Happy New Year-let’s make it a great one.
Designed by Ashley Baber / ashleybaberweddings.com
Designed by Amy Rubins / feteperfection.com
Many thanks to the following for the help in making the week a truly fantastic experience:
Destination Bride.com (Event Promotion) www.destinationbride.com
Costa Rican Rentals.com (Host – representing nine luxurious, all-inclusive private villas) www.costaricanrentals.com
Ceci New York (Stationery) www.cecinewyork.com
Corbin Gurkin (Photography) www.corbingurkin.com
Eventos Boadicea (Rental company) www.eventosboadicea.com
Floristeria Crystal (Floral arrangements) www.crystalflowerscr.com
Art Flower (Floral arrangements) www.artflowercr.com
Verde National Café Organico (Coffee) www.verdenaturalcr.com
Allan’s Tours (Tours/Transportation)
Elvis Porras (Tender Guitar) www.elvisporras.com
Panaderia Alemana (Wedding Cake) www.panaleman.com
I am speechless! These new pieces by Kristin Morris are so fabulous that I am having writer’s block!
The turquoise pieces are PERFECT for a bride that wants to change into something a little more sassy for her reception. Why not do a wardrobe change? Keep your wedding guest guessing on what will happen next!
If you rock out this necklace, you might have to have security follow you around because every female will want one!
xoxo
Ivy
I can wait to get my hands on this signature book and dive in! When I was in Cali in July, Sasha and I went to a fun filled lunch and she was telling me about her book. After months of waiting, it was on my Dear Santa List that went to the in-laws! Congrats Sasha, we are so excited for you!
xo-ivy
Our tea is always sweet in the South but what is even sweeter is this new book by our friend Tara Guerard. This is a perfect gift (mom, you buy me one and I’ll buy you one-deal?)
p.s tomorrow will be another book love feature by one of our gal’s on the West Coast…stay tuned.
xo-ivy
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