Alisha & Mitch - Sanctuary at Camelback Mountain Wedding

What can I say about Mitch and Alisha's wedding. Alisha is one of those people that just has a fantastic spirit. She has the best smile, a great attitude and she lives each moment to the fullest. The two of them together were just a great couple and the entire event was a blast.  It was such a huge blessing to be a part of their big day, and boy, do I mean BIG (almost 30 people in the bridal party!). Jennifer Bowen Photography provided us with some fantastic shots and just a glimpse into the fun and special day we got to share with them.

 Vendor Team

Coordination: A Day to Cherish Weddings| Venue: Sanctuary Camelback Mountain| Florals: Petal Pushers| Photography: Jennifer Bowen Photography| Hair: Danielle Murray| Makeup: Stephanie Neiheisel |Band: Blue Breeze Band |

Kacey & Jeff - El Chorro Wedding

We had such a fun day at Jeff and Kacey's wedding this spring at El Chorro.  Not only do we LOVE working at El Chorro, but Petal Pushers did a fantastic job on creating exactly the look what Jeff and Kacey were looking for with their floral. The images below by Pinkerton Photography reflect not only the gorgeous setting, but the sweet playfulness between Jeff and Kacey is reflected so well in these photos! We just loved working with these two and both of their families! What a great group of people to work with! We were honored to be a part of their special day!

Vendors

Venue: El Chorro Lodge| Photography: Pinkerton Photography| Florist: Petal Pushers| Rentals: Classic Party Rentals| DJ: Citron Entertainment| Linens: La Tavola | Hair & Makeup: Kensington Makeup | Gelato: Frost Gelato

Featured Wedding - Alexis & John

I am so absolutely excited to share these images! This spring, we had the opportunity to work with Alexis and John on thier wedding day. The first thing I can say is, Oh My Goodness, the dress! She had the most gorgeous Vera Wang gown and looked absolutely striking! The entire event from start to finish was a huge success. We are so so taken by the great images that were captured by CA photographers White Haute we just couldn't wait to share!

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During dinner, we used couches, haybales and bistro lighting to transform the ceremony site into a lounge and reception area just in time for the party to begin!

Thank you's and shout outs!

Coordination: A Day to Cherish

Venue: El Chorro

Photographer: White Haute

Cake: Classic Cakes & Confections

Band: The Walkens Band

Gown: Vera Wang

Makeup: Gina Schroeder Creations

Flower: Garage by Ivy

It's True! I'm Blogging! Jessie & Avi's wedding...

So, it has obviously been awhile since I did a blog. OK, more than awhile. A Day to Cherish had our busiest fall wedding season ever, some major changes over the winter and another busy spring of amazing events. We have truly had some of the most wonderful weddings in the last 8 months and clients that I can't rave about enough. Wedding days are LONG days for us, but when you just love the couple....and even the entire family you are working with, it doesn't seem like work!

This is part of the reason I am so motivated to blog! Jessie and Avi were just one of those couples. Despite a last minute weather change to move the ceremony for almost 250 guests indoors, this was one of the most fun weddings of the spring! We loved the whole theme of the wedding, using Tangles as centerpieces and decor to tie into the abstract and artsy style of the Phoenix Art Museum all the way down to one of the BEST parties I have seen at a wedding. The Shining Star Band kept the ENTIRE crowd on thier feet until the last song and these amazing images from Stuart at Eyes 2 See Photography capture the mood, tradition, warmth and just plain fun of the entire day. It was such a pleasure for us to be a part of this wedding and work with a rockstar crew of vendors!

 

HUGE Thank you to:

 Eyes 2 See Photography - Photos

Phoenix Art Museum - Venue

Julia Baker Confections - Truffles

Jodi Light & The Shining Star Band - Entertainment

Hinson Media - Videography

Creations in Cuisine - Catering

Megan Carollo - Floral

A Day to Cherish - Coordination and Design consultation

Arizona Weddings Magazine

It is always a fun day at A Day to Cherish when we recieve a fresh new wedding publication in the mail! All work stops for a moment as we excitedly flip through the pages. It is like an easter egg hunt....how many of our weddings can we find today?!? Check out the photos of our events that made the newest issue and huge thanks to all of our amazing photographers and Arizona Weddings Magazine!

We even made the index! Our very own Cara's fabulous pink shoes! Photo by Kimberly Jarman Photography Associate Photographer.

We love that one of our favorite wedding design's is also a favorite of Inspirador! Andrea and Michael's wedding reception is featured in their add! Photo by Pinkerton Photography.

Chris and Cara's wedding was used as our planner feature! Photos by Kimberly Jarman Photography Associate photographer.

Of course, we always love to see our add. Jessica and Todd's wedding photos is one of our all time favorites! Taken by Cafiero Photography.

Bottom left photos, table design by A Day to Cherish and a fabulouse salad from Santa Barbara catering! Yum! This is one from Laurie and Dave's Phoenix Art Museum wedding. They just passed their first anniversary in May! Photo taken by Kimberly Jarman Photography.

And last but certainly not least, a gorgeous shot of one of our most beautiful brides ever, this is how every bride should look and feel on her wedding day! Another great shot Kimberly Jarman!

Featured Wedding - Liza & Peter

Back in April, Aleasha and I spent a wonderful day coordination the wedding of Liza & Peter at the Montelucia. Liza and Peter have the cutest story about how they met and are genuinely fun and classy people to be around. Liza came to us as a referal from one of our wonderful past clients (Thank you Melissa!) and we were so glad to have her as one of our brides. The staff at the Montelucia was outstanding and Easton Ashe provided a great night of music and dancing! What could top off a great night like this but a Julia Baker cake!  Check out some of these adorable photos from Mandy at Images by Reed. Please make a special note of the most amazing wedding shoes I have ever seen, Liza HAND bejeweled these herself!! Wow. Congratulations to Liza and Peter, you guys were great!

                                  

                                  

                                  

                                  

                                  

Vendor Spotlight: Desert House Productions

Not long ago, we were in the midst of helping one of our fabulous couples search for vendors. Laurie and Dave needed a DJ. However, unlike many of our clients, they had one specific requirement for thier wedding DJ. Real Vinyl. Not CD's, not mp3's....VINYL. What a cool request! We were so excited to find a new and talented DJ that offered this and what a treat we came across. Our search brought us to Desert House Productions. The owners Dave and Drea Strickler have a level of music knowledge that is unlike any we have seen. They are far from the cliche' wedding singer type and are hip, confident, fun and can read a crowd and adjust to the mood of the evening with perfection! Check out a few pictures of events we have enjoyed with them and check them out on facebook for more photos and information!

Brittany & PJ - Sunridge Canyon wedding

This fall was a bustle of fun weddings and great couples! Brittany was another one of our DIY brides who brought us in for her wedding day to execute all of her details and timeline while she relaxed and enjoyed the day. These two had such a blast and the pcitures by Holli Horton Photography turned out wonderful! One of our favorite touches was the shot glasses made of ice brought out to the dancefloor to get the party started! What a fun touch! Congratulations to Brittany and Pj and big thanks to Sunridge Canyon, Roses Galore, Citron Sound Entertainment, Larry James and Let Them Eat Cake!!

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Featured Venue - Blackstone Country Club

 One of the most overwhelming tasks of wedding planning is finding the perfecdt venue. Especially in the Valley of the sun where around every corner you find another resort, golf club, banquet hall or hotel! There are so many things that play into finding the perfect place for you, so we want to share with you one of OUR all around favorites - Blackstone Country Club!  

  Nestled up in Northwest Peoria, Blackstone is a hidden gem. Let's just say it makes me want to become a golfer so I have a better reason to become a memeber and hang out there!  It is slightly off the beaten path, away from the bustle and business of Scottsdale but  holds a level of class that many venues only try to achieve. Blackstone is a private golf and country club that is open to public weddings so aside from a few members during daylight hours, your event will be the ONLY event taking place on site on your wedding day. One of the things that stands out with Blackstone is the number of options you have to choose from. There is far more than one ceremony site and standard ballroom here! One option for the ceremony is the perfectly manicured rose garden lawn, which overlooks desert and mountain views untainted by houses and buildings, just pure Arizona landscape. If the rose garden doesn't quite fit your vision you have your choice of the courtyard, or the main event lawn. Even on the main event lawn the possibilities are endless, choose the gorgeous spanish Hacienda as your back drop, overlook the golf course, or back up to a rustic but elegant wooden arbor.   

Beyond the tuscan architecture and style of Blackstone is something many newley engaged couples often overlook when searching for a venue, great service and staff. Blackstone staff has wedding day executed to a science and will attend to your every need. From a locker room attendant, to a rehearsal and ceremony coordinator to outstanding waitstaff the service is a cut above and will leave you to relax and know that everything will be taken care of while you enjoy your wedding day! Finally, let's not forget to mention the quality of food and an outstanding pastry chef (all we can say, is YUM) !   

                            

    Enjoy some of our favorite pictures from Blackstone weddings. If you are searching for the perfect venue, check them out! They might just be the perfect fit for your dream wedding!

          

         

             

          

Photos in order of appearance by Missy Wilson Photography, Pangburn Photography, Blackstone country club, Keator Photography, Kelli Leslie Photography, Cosey Photography, Kelli Leslie Photography, Jodi Getz Photography, Harrison Hurwitz Photography, Blackstone country club.

Kat'eia & Mike - Inspirador wedding

Ka'teia and Mike married in early October at Inspirador, reasons we LOVE this wedding:

1. Something different than black tuxes!!!

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2. We ALREADY have the pictures! (and wonderful ones at that). Thank you Kelsey Pinkerton!

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3. The beautiful and yummy cake from Phoenix Cake Company!

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4. How adorable and genuine they are together!

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 Enjoy a few more photos from one of our recent, fabulous and so much fun, weddings! Congratulations and best wishes to Ka'teia and Mike!

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  Flowers by Wild Child Floral Design

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Becca & Mike - Firesky Resort wedding

What do you do when you want a striking reception, amazing food, a flower dog and a full dessert station and you only have 3 and a half months until wedding day? Hire A Day to Cherish! We met Becca and her mother less than 4 months before her wedding day. Eager to get started and full of ideas, Becca asked us to help pull everything together into one cohesive event. Justine Miller took the amazing shots below that show off the contemporary decor which we had the pleasure of working with Jill from Avant Garde to design. Big thanks to Desert House, Let them Eat Cake, La Dolce Pesca, String Serenade, Sarah San Marco, Taryn Senseman and especially the staff at Firesky! We pulled it together in a few short months, lucked out and completed the ceremony 30 minutes short of a rain storm and had a fantastic event, beautiful decor and a glowingly happy bride and groom. Congrats Becca and Mike!

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Cara & Chris - Different Pointe of View wedding

I am so excited to share with you that I finally had the chance to be on the other side of the white dress. I have to be honest....I think coordinating a wedding is easier for me than being the bride. So much excitement and a roller coaster of emotions!

I am truly blessed to have had the most amazing vendors to make my day outstanding. Of course there was no question that the A Day to Cherish girls were my coordination team, since we are pretty much family! I also had the pleasure of working with Wendell Design Group Florist, Snapbooth, Different Pointe of View, my friends Julie and Billy at The Big Bang, Sarah Vanell, Joe Darago from Valley Vows, Sarah San Marco, Taryn Hitchings and Tri Rentals.

Enjoy the wonderful pictures taken by KB from Kimberly Jarman Photography! Maybe I'm a bit biased, but I think they turned out fantastic!

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Photos Courtesy KB, Kimberly Jarman Photography