Assigned seating for your reception can be a very daunting task, especially when all of those pesky RSVP cards are just staring you in the face and you have to figure out where each person is going to fit. Some brides opt out of this process by reserving a few tables up front by the bridal party for their immediate … Continued
I was sitting at home the other day flipping through a J.Crew magazine when I came across their bridal section. I knew they started offereing bridal dresses a few years back but I had no idea of their selection. I couldn’t believe all of the cute wedding dresses in the magazine but they also pictured beautiful bridemaids dresses in an … Continued
The ideal wedding cake should taste just as good as it looks right? From my many years of wedding experience I have found that is not always the case. There are absolutely stunning cakes that taste far too dry; too frozen; or just plain icky.Fortunately for us, we use Piece of Cake as our cake vendor in our Full & … Continued
How do you like the idea of having Aunt Susie in Nebraska or your college roommate in Paris or your 437 Facebook friend’s experiencing your wedding without having to leave the comfort of their home? Unbelievable? Maybe a year ago, but modern technology has graced the wedding business once again! We now offer a LIVE webcast of your precious nuptials.Myfriendswedding.com … Continued
We have seen so many beautiful weddings take place here but my absolute favorite thing is to see a new idea or design carried out to perfection. Picking out colors, for instance, can be a difficult task for some brides. There are so many combinations to choose from that it becomes difficult to narrow it down. Every once in a … Continued
THE TIME OF THEIR LIVES In all the years that I have been involved with events at Stonebridge Manor, I have to say, that the Gilbert Public Schools Special Education Prom was the BEST. The joy, energy, excitement and positive attitudes that radiated from these student was amazing! Jennifer and I were in tears as we witnessed the generosity, compassion … Continued
We are privileged to host 200+ events on our property a year. Weddings now-a-days are filled with personality and charm. There isn’t as much emphasis on “tradition” as there is on making the day your own. One way to show your flare (figuratively!) is to incorporate lanterns. Below you’ll see three very different weddings all using lanterns. We can get … Continued
Stonebridge Manor has recently had the privilege of working with Hoops of Hope for their first annual fundraising event in Arizona to assist in its efforts in building a medical clinic in Zambia, hope centers in Swaziland and dorms for a school Hoops of Hope helped build. Hoops of Hope was founded in 2004 by then 9 year old Austin … Continued
A new trend that we have been seeing this season is flirty and fun bride shoes. Gone are the days that you have to wear a basic boring white or ivory pump. This season we have seen flip-flops, sneakers, red stilettos, colored pumps, ballet slippers and more. The perfect shoe can give a bride that extra flare of uniqueness to … Continued
Many brides want to provide party favors for their guests, but they don’t know what to give. Obviously, no one wants to spend money, time and energy making something that will not be taken home or enjoyed. My first recommendation is to always give something edible; people love something sweet! Whether it’s a small box of Hershey kisses wrapped in … Continued
