The Wedded Bliss - July-August 2015

Wedded Bliss

Jul/Aug 2015

www.theweddedbliss.com

The Premier Bridal and Event Magazine of East Texas

MARKIE MCNEESE & KODY FOSTER APRIL 4, 2015 COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRANDI BURKETT PHOTOGRAPHY

Complimentary Issue

T H E

Wedded Bliss MAY/JUNE 2015

VOLUME 12

NUMBER 70

WEDDINGS

COVER IMAGE BY BRANDI BURKETT PHOTOGRAPHY

PLACE AN J.C. Hope Director of Advertising Sales JC@TheWeddedBliss.com (903) 240-8118 PLACE AN ANNOUNCEMENT Info@TheWeddedBliss.com (903) 295-1284

23 Katelynn Collum & Stephen Ray

6 Claire Miller & Tatom Bivins

24 Hannah Lawrence & Jay Hofweber

8 Cindy Bigner & Joey Patman

25 Angela Howell & Chad Drew

10 Alexandra Snyder & David Wood

26 Andrea Wheeler & Brian Jones

12 Rachel Russell & Caylor Haggard

27 Katie Melton & Taylor Gregg

14 Kate Brelsford & Barrett Wheeler

28 Kendra Williams & Chachee Strasser

16 Jessica Eubank & Keith Weatherford 29 Kara Kienzle & Braydon Oram 18 Kasey McKinney & Jake Harlinski

30 Makenzi Hammett & Alex Ross

19 Savannah Fountain & Kyle Davis

31 Stefanie Tkach & Jason Adair

20 Gianna Parkes & Ervin Campbell

ENGAGEMENTS

21 Charlsey Mackey & John Kirk

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ADVERTISEMENT

4 Markie McNeese & Kody Foster

32 Ashleigh Brents & Jake Whaley

22 Chelsea Langston & Caleb Hagen

Publisher/Editor-In-Chief Sandra McNeese

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Art Director

IN THIS ISSUE

Kenia Bryce (903) 238-6490 Kenia@TheWeddedBliss.com Proof Editor Jennifer Green

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STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE

Sliced fresh strawberries, In

Graphic Designers Belinda Miles Clint Fultner

a bit of syrupy goodness.

Nathan Roberts

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Contributing Writers Cassandra Key Charlotte Taylor

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VENDOR FOCUS: EAGLE’S BLUFF COUNTRY CLUB

Managing the details

Contributing Photographer Lauren LaBoyteaux

to make the memories. ©Copyright 2010 by The Wedded Bliss®. All pieces reproduced in this issue are under prior copyright by the creators or by the contractual arrangements with their clients. Nothing shown may be reproduced in any form without obtaining the permission of the creators and any other person or company who may have copyright ownership. The Wedded Bliss® reserves the right to edit any or all submissions as they deem necessary.

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Weddings

Markie McNeese & kody Foster april 4, 2015 | miss mary’s place | longvieW, texas

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photography by kali rushing photography

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elements of markie & kody Bridal Boutique dress Me Bridal Caterer Perfect Catering MusiC/dJ CMB Music Productions Florist ann’s Petals Hair stylist tony allen airBrusH MakeuP artist Hair & Makeup by Brittany dixon Vintage suPPly rental Pursuing eden Vintage sales and rentals Rustic Jewel Photography

Rustic Jewel Photography

Rustic Jewel Photography

kody foster is the son of mark and tyann foster of daingerfield. grandparents are Jerry and lillie foster of daingerfield, the late ken and shirley sutton of ashdown, arkansas, and robert and martha sullivan of murchison. matron of honor: kellie foster best man: Jansen foster bridesmaids: amanda maddox, loren plopper, Jordann smith, and Wendy mcgee groomsmen: chad king, chase richardson, kelley sands, kory payne, and Zach freese flower girls: shianne and markie redfearn ring bearer: Jayden redfearn ushers: ryan alford and clay mcneese

Rustic Jewel Photography

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markie mcneese is the daughter of mark and sandra mcneese of White oak and Jerry and denell chandler of carthage. grandparents are reacy and the late Jack mcneese of hallsville, Weldon and the late barbara davis of gladewater and sandra mobley of rowlett.

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Weddings

Claire Miller & TaToM Bivins may 2, 2015 | el ranCho Verde | henderson, texas

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PhotograPhy by Clay bostian and Kellie gann

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elements of Claire & tatom Florist two Dandelions by Diane reis

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Weddings

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Cindy Bigner & Joey Patman March 21, 2015 | el rancho Verde | henderson, Texas

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Weddings

AlexAndrA Snyder & dAvid Wood April 25, 2015 | BellA serA rAnch | pAlestine, texAs

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photogrAphy By lee loveless photogrAphy

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elements of AlexAndrA & dAvid Bridal Boutique Weddings a to Z

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Rachel Russell & cayloR haggaRd august 15, 2014 | stone oak Ranch | muRchison, texas

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Weddings

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elements of Rachel & cayloR Caterer traditions restaurant & Catering

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Weddings

Kate Brelsford & Barrett Wheeler april 18, 2015 | WilloWbrook Country Club | tyler, texas

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photography by donna Cummings photography

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elements of kate & barrett Florist la tee Da Cake Designer Designs By D’anne MonograM ProjeCtion anD event lighting tyler Uplights

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Weddings

Jessica eubank & keith Weatherford June 14, 2014 | miss mary’s Place | longvieW, texas

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PhotograPhy by caPtivate images

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elements of Jessica & Keith Florist Ann’s Petals CAterer Perfect Catering

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Weddings

Kasey McKinney & JaKe HarlinsKi may 24, 2015 | the arbor | tyler, texas

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PhotograPhy by 361 PhotograPhy

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elements of Kasey & JaKe Florist la Bella Blooms PhotoBooth rental Capture PoD east texas Caterer traditions restaurant & Catering MusiC/DJ CMB Music Productions BriDal Boutique Dress Me Bridal Vintage suPPly rental Pursuing eden Vintage sales and rentals

Weddings

Savannah Fountain & Kyle DaviS April 18, 2015 | el rAncho Verde | henderson, TexAs phoTogrAphy by AmAndA hoWell phoTogrAphy

Weddings

Gianna Parkes & ervin CamPbell may 30, 2015 | Castle on the lake | JaCksonville, texas PhotograPhy by mattheW hogan PhotograPhy

elements of gianna & ervin Florist la tee Da Music/DJ Boogie Butt Productions ViDeograPher a thousand Word Productions

Weddings

Charlsey MaCkey & John kirk february 21, 2015 | el ranCho Verde | henderson, texas PhotograPhy by alex shaW PhotograPhy

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elements of Charlsey & John Florist la tee Da BriDal Boutique Brides & Belles of tyler

Weddings

Chelsea langston & Caleb hagen april 11, 2015 | hagen’s haCienda | longvieW, texas

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photography by 361 photography

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elements of Chelsea & Caleb Florist la Bella Blooms Cake Designer Calavera Cakery MusiC/DJ We Be rockn entertainment

Weddings

Katelynn Collum & Stephen Ray march 14, 2015 | hollytree country club | tyler, texas photography by donna cummings photography

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elements of Katelynn & stephen Florist la tee Da Cake Designer Designs by D’anne BriDal Boutique Weddings a to Z MusiC/DJ CMB Music Productions MonograM ProJeCtion & event lighting tyler uplights

Weddings

HannaH Lawrence & Jay Hofweber april 18, 2015 | lake tyler petroleum Club | tyler,

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texas pHotograpHy by allen arriCk pHotograpHy

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elements of HannaH & Jay Florist la tee Da Cake Designer Designs by D’anne ViDeographer a thousand Word productions

Weddings

AngelA Howell & CHAd drew december 13, 2014 | elmWood gardens | Palestine, texas PhotograPhy by Jennifer Willard PhotograPhy

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Weddings

AndreA Wheeler & BriAn Jones April 25, 2015 | lAke Cherokee WAter CompAny | longvieW, texAs

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photogrAphy by Jlm photogrAphy

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Weddings

Katie Melton & taylor GreGG June 3, 2015 | the reserve | longvieW, texas PhotograPhy by Jim King PhotograPhy

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elements of Katie & taylor Florist la Bella Blooms Wedding supply rentals 903 event rentals Caterer lori’s eats and sweets

Weddings

Kendra Williams & ChaChee strasser April 18, 2015 | lAke Cherokee WAter CompAny | longvieW, texAs

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photogrAphy by stephAnie Joiner photogrAphy

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Weddings

Kara Kienzle & Bradon oram June 6, 2015 | Hunt Villa | longVieW, texas PHotograPHy By sPin PHotograPHy

elements of Kara & Bradon Bride’s Cake designer Cindy’s Creative Cakes groom’s Cake designer kool kakes by dylan Florist ann’s Petals Vintage suPPly rentals Pursuing eden Vintage sales and rentals

Weddings

Makenzi HaMMett & alex Ross April 25, 2015 | nAntucket | longvieW, texAs photogrAphy by 361 photogrAphy

Weddings

Stefanie tkach & JaSon adair April 11, 2015 | HigH point Acres | tyler, texAs pHotogrApHy by lindsey lAke pHotogrApHy

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EngagEmEnts

Ashleigh Brents & JAke WhAley novEmbEr 7, 2015 | Pistol CrEEk ranCh | bullard, tExas

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PhotograPhy by gEma

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Photography by Barnett Photography

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STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE

BY CHARLOTTE TAYLOR / PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN LABOYTEAUX

SLICED FRESH STRAWBERRIES, IN A BIT OF SYRUPY GOODNESS.

SWEET BISCUITS:

For this easy dessert, you can simply purchase an angel food or pound cake from most any grocery store, top it with your favorite fresh berries, along with some whipped topping, and you’ll have one of the quickest desserts in the books. Come out of the kitchen wiping your brow and everyone will think you’ve slaved for days!

If you want to try a homemade version, the biscuit type shortcakes are super quick, and have a bit more crunch and texture than an angel food cake. To keep things simple, we can even make ‘em in a food processor. Drop the dough on a baking sheet and bake until golden. After they’ve cooled, split them open to serve, spoon on some syrupy fruit goodness, and top with a dollop of whipped cream. The angels are already singing. Do you hear them?

3 cups flour 3 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 ½ stick butter, cut into pieces 1 ¼ cup buttermilk ½ teaspoon almond or vanilla extract, optional

SWEET BISCUITS:

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1 quart fresh strawberries, blueberries or an assortment of your favorites! ½ cup sugar ½ cup orange juice ¼ cup water

Whipped Topping or Whipped Cream WHAT TO DO: 1. Preheat oven to 400. Add flour, sugar, baking powder and salt to the bowl of your food processor. Drop in pieces of butter and pulse until it is completely cut into the flour mixture. Add flavoring to buttermilk and while pulsing, drizzle the buttermilk into the dough until it just comes together and is no longer crumbly. Do not overmix.

2. Drop dough by a large spoonful onto a baking sheet covered in non-

stick spray. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside to cool before serving.

3. Wash berries and slice strawberries (if using) and place into a medium

size bowl. Sprinkle on ½ cup sugar, orange juice and water. Stir gently and set aside for about 30 minutes to allow the syrup to develop.

4. To serve, slice open a biscuit, top with fruit and a bit of syrup, and finish

with a good dollop of whipped cream. Deliciousness.

These little biscuit beauties can be made ahead and frozen, or baked and filled the day you make them. It’s summer, make it easy on yourself for goodness sake. Now, go find a porch swing, sit back, and savor the bounties of the season! ENJOY! Charlotte Taylor has a passion to help young couples learn the basics in the kitchen. She posts weekly recipes that are simple, delicious, and easy to recreate at CharlotteTaylorCreates.com.

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Growing up in the South, strawberry shortcake can mean a lot of different things. Sliced fresh berries, in a bit of syrupy goodness, is how you must start out, but then things can get a bit tricky.

Do the berries get drizzled onto light and fluffy angel food cake or a simple pound cake? Sweet biscuits or baked pie crust scraps covered in cinnamon sugar? So many options, and as you might guess, we tend to favor what we were served as we grew up. I hope you will try your hand at strawberry shortcake this summer, and you’ll flash back to the front porch days at grandma’s house in an instant.

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EAGLE'S BLUFF COUNTRY CLUB

BY CASSANDRA KEY | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREA POLITO PHOTOGRAPHY

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Rick Neal (Execu tive Chef), Denis e

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MANAGING THE DETAILS TO MAKE THE MEMORIES.

Sparlin (Manag er of

Food & Beverage s)

& Jay Miller (We dding & Banquet

Director)

Donna Cummings Photography

One of the first questions a newly engaged couple asks themselves is, “Where should we have the wedding?” It seems like a simple question, but like most wedding planning decisions, it's a bit more complex. Eagle's Bluff Country Club, in Bullard, Texas, knows a couple planning their dream wedding has a plethora of venues to consider, which is why they take extra special care of their clients and handle every wedding venue detail, from setup to cleanup.

that the venue and its team of professionals handles everything a couple could want, from decorative items and tableware to favor placement and dining selections.

Not only is Eagle's Bluff an all-in-one kind of venue, it's also undeniably picturesque, boasting a backdrop of towering pines, oaks and dogwoods on the shores of Lake Palestine.

This 27,000 acre lake is only minutes outside of Tyler, but offers a quiet setting for residents and guests alike. Eagle's Bluff also plays host to natural creeks and ponds, wildlife (bald eagles and deer) and a signature par 71

golf course nestled within century-old trees, making the club a fine alchemy of natural and modern luxury.

The Grand Chateau, the country club's newly remodeled banquet center, is an elegant display of fine carpets, chandeliers, artwork and design that compliments a couple's wedding-day vision. The chateau comfortably seats up to 250 guests, and the outside wedding area, which overlooks the golf course and wedding fountain, holds up to 200 guests.

and executing over 1,000 weddings. Their attention to detail and professionalism is what ranks Eagle's Bluff Country Club as one of the top venues in East Texas.

Let's not forget the top-notch menu that Eagle's Bluff offers, courtesy of Chef Rick Neal who was named 2014 East Texas Chef of the Year. Rick, originally from Phoenix, Arizona, moved to Texas in the 1990's and honed his craft under the direction of Chefs Gunars V. Pencis, Jack Bretzke and Jackson York. His journeys led him to Eagle's Bluff Country Club where he worked his way up to Executive Chef and wows guests and residents with his creative culinary skills and delicious menu items.

Jay says it's all about the details when it comes to planning a wedding. In fact, the country club's mission statement is, “Managing the details to make the memories.” It's true

“I love our food tastings,” Jay said when asked what he loves about his work at Eagle's Bluff. “Having Rick Neal as our chef is so much fun. Watching the reaction of our clients

Jay Miller, Eagle's Bluff Director of Membership, Weddings and Banquets has been with the club since September 2014. As a past golf course owner in California, each of Jay's courses executed over 50 weddings a year. Jay and Denise Sparlin have combined experience of planning, overseeing

Whitney (Cavender) Edwards & Todd Edwards

the venue six months to a year in advance. “This is a must,” he says, as the benefits of hosting a wedding at the country club are unmatched. Custom wedding packages, at rates every couple can afford, include wedding planning from beginning to end. Eagle's Bluff has relationships with many well-respected vendors, so couples don't have to look to outside sources for rentals. It's an all-in-one service, and as Jay noted, not only do couples receive stressfree wedding planning, but also, “the venue and beauty, unmatched food quality and menu selections, staff, planning, execution and pricing.”

For a busy couple juggling everyday life and wedding planning duties, a support team like the one at Eagle's Bluff is comforting to have. Jay, Denise, and the rest of the country club staff take care of the details so the bride and groom can focus on other things, like celebrating and living happily ever after.

VENDOR INFORMATION EAGLE'S BLUFF COUNTRY CLUB (903) 825-1123 700 North Eagle's Bluff Blvd Bullard, Texas www.EAGLESBLUFF.com

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Joe Cavender and his daughter Whitney Cavender

and their families at our food tastings is so rewarding!” Jay also loves the events themselves and seeing all the hard work and planning come together, especially when the mother of the bride's face lights up with excitement and joy.

When it comes to planning a wedding at Eagle's Bluff, Jay recommends couples bring their wedding-day vision to the table.

With the vision as a starting point, Jay and Denise, Food and Banquet Manager, create a plan. “We work backwards by listening to our client's dreams and budget,” Jay says. “Within this process we point out past events that were fun, guest pleasing and memorable. We insert ideas that work by using past experiences and our created event process list.” Jay is confident that all client weddings will be executed without one detail being overlooked and is proud of Eagle Bluff's dedication to creating a dream wedding day by listening to clients first and foremost, “God gave us two ears and one mouth for a reason.”

With its gorgeous views, generous amenities and enthusiastic team of caring professionals, Eagle's Bluff Country Club is growing in popularity with the wedding planning crowd. Jay advises couples book

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Herrington Photography

Thomas Myers Photography

The Summit Club

Herrington Photography

Photography by Gema

3700 Judson Rd • Longview, TX • summitlongview.com

Herrington Photography

Thomas Myers Photography

Photography by Gema

AN EVENT CENTER

Beautiful Victorian Style Venue Over 9,000 Sq Ft Facility Fully Equipped Kitchen

Perfect for Caterers

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Herrington Photography

Morgan Gauntt Photography

903-720-7347

Herrington Photography

903-918-6034

1997 F.M. Rd. 2011 • Longview, TX. 75603 • www.MissMarysPlace.com

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Opening Summer 2015

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A majestic Southern mansion with beautifully landscaped gardens and waterfalls, nestled within 75 acres of breathtaking country bliss deep in the heart of East Texas.

Call to schedule a tour of this stunning new wedding and event venue!

903 • 534 • 5308

info@magnoliamansiontexas.com • 15193 County Road 1104 • Flint, Texas 75762

Certified Rental Professionals Locally Owned & Operated

Over 15 Years of Experience

W W W. R E D HAT R E N TA L S . C O M

The Reserve You

Palestine 903.729.3400

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dream it, we make it happen.

The beautifully decorated 6,000-square-foot reception hall can easily accommodate up to 300 guests.

In addition, the 2,000-square-foot covered pavilion area with chandelier lighting, beautiful landscaping, and a giant stone fireplace is the perfect place for an intimate wedding ceremony.

The Reserve is also available for class reunions, corporate functions, proms, birthday and graduation parties.

903-663-7650 903-431-3496

7725 Hwy. 259 North Longview, TX 75605

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Athens 903-677-3850

www.bookthereserve.com reserve2009@hotmail.com Photography by Gema, Janice Barnett & Casey Hobgood Douglas

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brandi burkett

WEDDING & EVENT VENUE

Located in Tyler, Tx. gema

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VILLADIFELICITA.COM

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Luxurious Guest Rooms • Large Events Space • On-Site Dining Indoor Pool & Whirlpool • Fitness Center

Join Us at the Courtyard Marriott!

Conveniently Located at

7424 South Broadway Avenue • Tyler, Texas Mallory Whitehead: Mallory.Nelson@hhmlp.com

Book Your Stay at the Holiday Inn Express South Today!

903.566.0600

Conveniently Located at

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Beautiful Guest Rooms • Meeting Rooms • Complimentary Breakfast Indoor Pool & Whirlpool • Fitness Center

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calavera cakery JENNIFER PHILLIPS DESIGNS

903•466•2768

By Appointment Only Please

calaveracakery.com

calaveracakery@gmail.com

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Serving All of Northeast Texas

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Hallsville, TX

Weddings • Receptions • Special Events

Nguyen Photography

Elegant • Exquisite • Romantic Beautiful Secluded Wedding Venue Hallsville, Texas

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TONY

ALLEN HAIR STYLIST LOCATED IN LABELLA SALON

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Brittany McBrayer Photography

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903-720-1359

info@elranchoverdetx.com 11235 CR 456 S Henderson, Texas 75654

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The

Barn at

Hickory Creek

PURSUING EDEN Vintage Sales & Rentals 903-387-0922

www.pursuingeden.com • pursuingeden@gmail.com 497 Henderson Lane • Longview, TX 75605 Mon - Fri 11 - 6 • Sat 11 - 4

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L ocated in the Piney Woods of Crockett overlooking a

31 acre private lake, The Barn at Hickory Creek is one of the newest venues in East Texas.

The Barn at Hickory Creek combines rustic simplicity and modern elegance with simply stunning views.

Brandi Smyth Photography

936-222-4562

www.thebarnathickorycreek.com 620 Hickory Creek Ranch Road Crockett, Texas 75835

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Uplight Rentals $15 Each

903.525.9506 TylerUplights.com

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903-938-1359

Available for your event: strings, accordion, winds, piano, harp, and vocals

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Tent & Ceiling Draping • Furniture • Decor • Design

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Please contact:

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When the Music Matters

CMBDJs.com

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..... Directory of Preferred Vendors and Resources ....

AIRBRUSH MAKE-UP ARTISTS Flawless Artistry

Designs By D’Anne

Longview 903-932-5940 www.flawlessartistry4all.com

903-589-6992 903-216-5714 www.designsbydanne.com

Hair & Makeup by Brittany Dixon

Ganache

903-736-9435

BACHELORETTE PARTY PACKAGES Head Over Heels Fitness Studio 414 W. Loop 281 Ste. #9 Longview 530-263-1419 www.headoverheelsfitness.com

BAKERIES Ganache

5380 Old Bullard Rd. Tyler 903-509-3999 www.ganachecupcakes.com

BED & BREAKFASTS Centaur Arabian Farms

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10271 FM 2813 Flint 903-561-6926 www.centaurarabianfarms.com

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BEVERAGE SERVICES: COFFEE, WINE AND LIQUOR Pour Me LLC 903-747-0880 www.pourmebars.com

5380 Old Bullard Rd. Tyler 903-509-3999 www.ganachecupcakes.com

Kool Kakes by Dylan 5615 Troup Hwy. Ste. 205 Tyler 903-944-7913 www.koolkakesbydylan.com

CATERERS Adalante’ Catering Company 1723 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-526-3800 www.adalantecatering.com

Lori’s Eats and Sweets 1208 Titus St. Gilmer 903-680-3287 www.loriseatsandsweets.com

Perfect Catering

Serving all of East Texas 903-236-2895 903-475-4726 www.perfectcateringonline.com

BRIDAL BOUTIQUES Brides & Belles of Tyler

Traditions Restaurant & Catering

Dress Me Bridal

CHAIR & TABLE LINENS Uniquely Chic

3524 S. Broadway Ave. Tyler 903-581-8211 www.bridesbellestyler.com 302 S. Henderson Bullard 903-894-3505 www.dressmetexas.com

Emily Rae’s Bridal, Prom and Tux Boutique 206 North Center St. Longview 903-757-0307 www.emilyraesboutique.com

Weddings A to Z 3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-597-7497 www.weddingsatoz.net

BRIDAL BOUTIQUES: RESALE AND CONSIGNMENT Bridal & Prom Boutique 3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-526-3224

CABIN RENTALS Lake Tyler Petroleum Club 15598 East Side Dr. Tyler 903-566-4444 www.laketylerpetroleumclub.com

CAKE DESIGNERS Calavera Cakery

4857 Page Rd. Longview 903-466-2768 www.calaveracakery.com

Cindy’s Creative Cakes 501 E. Hwy. 31 Kilgore 903-983-2242 866-983-2242 www.cakesbycindy.com

6205 S. Broadway Tyler 903-534-1111 www.traditionstyler.com

119 Rutland Hallsville 903-445-3246 www.uniquelychiclinens.com

FLORISTS Amazing Grace Floral and Design 315 E. Lantrip Kilgore 903-984-2024 www.amazinggracefloral.com

Ann’s Petals

1107 Evergreen St. Longview 903-297-7799 www.annspetals.com

Bella Fleur

3008 Gilmer Rd. Ste. 103 Longview 903-759-2646 www.bellafleurlongview.com

Casa Flora Flower Shop 314 Magnolia Ln. Longview 903-753-4492 www.casafloraflowers.com

Fantasy and Fairytale Floral Designs

903-930-5395 www.fantasyandfairytaleflorals.com

La Bella Blooms

for a stylish wedding The Flower Girl

304 East Locust St. Tyler 903-509-3839 www.theflowergirloftyler.com

Two Dandelions by Diane Reis Tyler 903-521-1725 www.twodandelions.com

GIFTS AND HOME DÈCOR Bella Fleur 3008 Gilmer Rd. Ste. 103 Longview 903-759-2646 www.bellafleurlongview.com

Pursuing Eden Vintage Sales and Rentals 497 Henderson Ln. Longview 903-387-0922 www.pursuingeden.com

HAIR STYLISTS Bombshell Hair Design 102 Montclair St. Longview 903-553-0378

Flawless Artistry

Longview 903-932-5940 www.flawlessartistry4all.com

LIMOUSINES & SHUTTLE BUSES Brosang’s Limousine Service 3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-525-9977 903-752-5402 www.brosangslimousine.com

Classic Coach and Carriage Tyler 903-581-7566 www.classiccoachandcarriage.net

LUXURY PORTABLE TOILETS Fabulous Flush Flint 903-258-0807 www.FabulousFlush.com

MONOGRAM PROJECTION & EVENT LIGHTING Tyler Uplights 7524 S Broadway Ave. Ste. 115 Tyler 903-525-9506 www.tyleruplights.com

MUSIC/DJS Boogie Butt Productions 903-597-6788 www.boogiebutt.com

CMB Music Productions

Hair & Makeup by Brittany Dixon 903-736-9435

7524 S Broadway Ave. Ste. 115 Tyler 903-630-7170 www.cmbdjs.com

Tony Allen - Hair Stylist

DJ Rob J Entertainment

HAIR/EYELASH EXTENSIONS Bombshell Hair Design

Moore Music Entertainment

1424 S. Main Lindale 903-830-5944

102 Montclair St. Longview 903-553-0378

HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGES Farm Valley Carriages 903-752-5501 www.farmvalleycarriages.com

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR GUESTS Courtyard by Marriott​Tyler​ 7424 South Broadway Avenue Tyler 903-509-4411 ​www.courtyardtyler.com

214-763-7034 www.djrobjentertainment.com Mt. Pleasant 903-563-0505 www.mooremusicdj.com

We Be RocKn Entertainment Longview 903-917-7661 www.weberockn.com

MUSIC/HARPISTS Shandra Moore Harpist 817-773-4703

MUSIC/STRINGS Evergreen Strings

903-938-1359 www.evergreenstrings.com

Holiday Inn Express​& Suites Tyler South​

PHOTOGRAPHERS 361 Photography

Hampton Inn & Suites Longview

Brandi Burkett Photography

Homewood Suites/Hilton

Chic Framed Photography

2421 E.S.E. Loop 323 Tyler 903-566-0600 ​www.hietyler.com

8962 South Broadway Tyler 903-630-7272 www.tylersouthsuites.hampton.com

205 North Spur 63 Longview 903-234-0214 www.longview.homewoodsuites.com

Magnuson Grand Hotel and Conference Center

Longview 903-452-9511 www.labellablooms.com

3310 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-593-3600 www.magnusonhoteltyler.com

La Tee Da

The Hilton Garden Inn

105 N. Spring Ave. Tyler 903-566-1566 www.lateedaflowers.com

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220 E. Grande Blvd.

Tyler 903-509-1166 www.tyler.hgi.com

100 Bank St. Longview 903-237-8866 www.361photography.net 7524 S Broadway Ave., Ste. 110 Tyler 903-312-5550 www.brandiburkett.com Hallsville 903-736-5493 www.cframedphotography.com

Donna Cummings Photography 7270 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler 903-266-9000 903-721-9279 www.donnacummings.com

Fresh Focus Films

5002 Woodgate Dr. Texarkana 903-831-6837 903-276-4432 www.freshfocusfilms.com

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Jennifer Willard Photography 903-724-1529 www.jenniferwillardphotography.com

Lauren Ashley Photography Tyler 903-521-8862 www.laurenashleyphotos.com

Lee Loveless Photography 903-723-6555 903-922-3575 www.leelovelessphotography.com

Photography by Gema 725 Rice Rd. Tyler 903-705-8665 www.photographybygema.com

PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOBOOTH RENTAL Capture POD East Texas Longview 903-576-0639 www.capturepodeasttexas.com

TapSnap

Tyler 903-509-8659 www.tapsnap1138.com

1007 W. Loop 281 Longview 903-759-4500 www.studio8salonandspa.org

TUXEDOS Emily Rae’s Bridal, Prom and Tux Boutique 206 North Center St. Longview 903-757-0307 www.emilyraesboutique.com

Harleys Formal Wear 4815 Old Bullard Rd. Tyler 903-534-9799 www.harleysformen.com

The Tuxedo Co.

100 Tall Pines Ave., Ste. 3 Longview 903-759-5503 www.tuxedo-co.com

VIDEOGRAPHERS A Thousand Word Productions 903-839-7200 www.atwpro.com

Fresh Focus Films

5002 Woodgate Dr. Texarkana 903-831-6837 903-276-4432 www.freshfocusfilms.com

WEDDING COORDINATORS Allie Martin Weddings and Events 903-747-0880 www.alliemartinweddings.com

Eventful Creations

Longview 903-932-4865 www.eventfulcreationsonline.com

Plan It! Events

Tyler 903-521-4726 www.planiteventstyler.com

Simply Yours by Design East Texas 903-372-4728 www.simplyyoursbydesign.com

1723 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-526-3800 www.adalantecatering.com

Eventful Creations

Hollytree Country Club

The Summit Club

Hunt Villa

Villa Bianco

6700 Hollytree Dr. Tyler 903-581-4952 www.hollytreecc.com

Longview 903-932-4865 www.eventfulcreationsonline.com

Hallsville 903-668-4752 903-746-0024 www.huntvilla.info

Plan It! Events

Lake Tyler Petroleum Club

Tyler 903-521-4726 www.planiteventstyler.com

Simply Yours by Design East Texas 903-372-4728 www.simplyyoursbydesign.com

WEDDING LOCATION AND EVENT PACKAGES Bella Sera Ranch 286 ACR 1400 Palestine 903-723-0900 www.bellaseraranch.com

Brides Chapel and Event Hall 4400 W. Marshall Ave. Longview 903-759-7100 www.brideschapel.com

Carriage Place Event Venue 2000 E. Loop 390 N. Marshall 903-472-8403 www.carriageplacevenue.com

15598 East Side Dr. Tyler 903-566-4444 www.laketylerpetroleumclub.com

Magnuson Grand Hotel and Conference Center 3310 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-593-3600 www.magnusonhoteltyler.com

Miss Mary’s Place

The Arbor

The Barn at Hickory Creek

10271 FM 2813 Flint 903-561-6926 www.centaurarabianfarms.com

The Belgium House

Eagle’s Bluff Country Club

The Cascades Golf and Country Club

El Cerrito Lodge

6819 FM 726 Diana 903-738-6044 www.elcerritolodge.com

El Rancho Verde

11235 CR 456 S Henderson 903-720-1359 www.elranchoverdetx.com

Elmwood Gardens

680 ACR 446 Palestine 903-549-2716 www.elmwoodgardens.com

Franz Events

17293 FM 31 Marshall 903-633-2588

High Hill Farm

12626 CR 217 Arp 214-929-6492 www.highhillfarm.com

7891 Hwy. 110, 3-5 miles outside N. Loop 323 Tyler 903-597-0002 www.villadifelicita.com

Willow Creek Ranch

11233 CR 233 Arp 903-279-2671 www.thewillowcreekranchtx.com

A-1 Party and Tent Rental

Murchison 903-530-4201 www.stoneoakranch.com

Centaur Arabian Farms

2023 Alpine Rd. Longview 903-758-6416 www.theeventcenter-longview.com

Villa di Felicitá

Stone Oak Ranch

620 PR 5050 Crockett 936-222-4562 www.thebarnathickorycreek.com

East Texas Builders Association & Event Center

16911 CR 122 Tyler 903-360-3550 www.lavillabianco.com

WEDDING SUPPLY RENTALS 903 Event Rentals

Castle on the Lake

700 North Eagle’s Bluff Blvd.

Bullard 903-825-1123 www.Eaglesbluffcc.com

3700 Judson Rd. Longview 903-753-0331 www.summitlongview.com

1997 FM. Rd. 2011 Longview 903-720-7347 903-918-6034 www.missmarysplace.com

2215 Roy Rd. Tyler 903-534-4997 www.arborvenue.com

9110 US Hwy. 79 W. Jacksonville 903-721-3593 www.jacksonvillecastle.com

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903-738-5577 www.thebelgiumhouse.com

2611 Cascades Golf Club Dr. Tyler 903-525-0033 www.cascadesoftexas.com

The Farmhouse Retreat Weddings 18202 FM 3079 Chandler 903-749-1682 www.farmhouseretreat.com

The Landing at Joshua Farms LLC 14278 SH 322 N Kilgore 903-643-9574 www.thelandingeventcenter.com

The Legacy an Event Center 122 East First Street Hughes Springs 903-639-7519 903-639-1095 www.hughesspringstxusa.com/ the-legacy-event-center

The Magnolia Mansion 15193 CR 1104 Flint 903-534-5308 903-245-1527

The Reserve

7725 Hwy. 259 Longview 903-663-7650 903-431-3496 www.bookthereserve.com

Longview 903-576-0940 www.903eventrentals.com

4005 Judson Rd. Longview 903-758-2772 903-297-7770 www.a1partyrentalstx.com

All American Party and Tent Rentals

4917 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler 903-561-2943 866-561-2943 www.allamericanpartyandtent.com

Red Hat Rentals

951 N.E. Loop 7 Athens 903-677-3850 1506 S. 7th St. Corsicana 903-872-7200 Corner of Oak St. and Hwy. 488 Fairfield 903-389-8665 3210 West Oak St. Palestine 903-729-3400 www.redhatrentals.com

Tyler Tents and Events 5515 State Hwy. 31 W Tyler 903-200-6744 www.tylertentsandevents.com

WEDDING SUPPLY RENTALS/VINTAGE Mirabella

5515 State Hwy. 31 W Tyler 903-200-6744 www.mirabelladecor.com

Pursuing Eden Vintage Sales and Rentals 497 Henderson Ln. Longview 903-387-0922 www.pursuingeden.com

Tyler Tents and Events 5515 State Hwy. 31 W Tyler 903-200-6744 www.tylertentsandevents.com

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