The Wedded Bliss - November-December 2015

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VOLUME 12

NUMBER 72

WEDDINGS

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Heather Leann Wood & Steven Mark Lane Jr.

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Abby Guyer & Kenneth Drymiller

16 Kayla Rene Stephenson &

Austin Dean Gwartney

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Janey Jolley & Charlie Holland

17 Amber Bantz & Sam Nichols

10 Kailey Sullivan & Cason McCaw 12 Alison Bowling & Brent Jones

19 Catherine Carmean &

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FARM VALLEY CARRIAGES VENDOR FOCUS

Preserving family history in a world of batteries and engines.

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HOLLANDAISE FOR THE HOLIDAY’S

Oh my heavenly hollandaise!

DID SOMEONE SAY PIE?

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The basic foundation of any pie is the crust!

Graphic Designers Belinda Miles Clint Fultner Nathan Roberts Contributing Writers

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RED HAT RENTALS VENDOR FOCUS

Easy and stress free rentals for all of our customers.

Cassandra Key Charlotte Taylor Contributing Photographer Lauren LaBoyteaux

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Left to right: Lindsey Runyan, Austin Cardwell, Katie Warren, Blake Warren, Hope McMahon, Mark Benoit, Sarah Pitcher (Maid of Honor), Matt Cobb (Best Man), Sam Honors, Jonathan Hall

Susan and Tommy Warren (Parents of the Bride), Katie Warren (Bride’s sister), Cassie and Jared Cobb, and Blake Warren (Bride’s brother)

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Cassie Cobb, B.S. in Horticulture, will receive M.S. in Horticulture in December. Jared Cobb, B.S. in Horticulture, works at Terracon as an environmental/natural resources consultant. Tim Hartmann, PhD student in Horticulture and Extension Program Specialist, Texas AgriLife Extension.

Cassie and Jared along with Tim Hartmann grafted a Citrus Tree with a lemon and kumquat to symbolize their love, commitment and union.

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HOLLANDAISE for the HOLIDAYS

BY CHARLOTTE TAYLOR | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN LABOYTEAUX

Eggs Benedict as there are chefs on TV, but throw proper aside and do what you like.

The poached egg is the hardest part of Eggs Benedict anyway, if you’re a bit anxious about it, just try your favorite style of eggs.

Don’t worry about it. It’s really all about the sauce anyway, am I right? Oh my heavenly hollandaise!

WHAT YOU NEED: (2 Servings) · 2 toasted English muffins, split (biscuits can easily be used) · 2-4 slices Canadian bacon (ham, bacon or chicken also works well) · 2-4 poached eggs (again, fried or scrambled can be subbed) · Water, vinegar, salt (for poaching eggs) · Hollandaise sauce (below)

Easy Hollandaise · 2 large egg yolks (preferably room temp) · 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice (preferably fresh squeezed) · ¾ teaspoon salt, kosher · ¼ teaspoon black pepper · Pinch of cayenne pepper · ¾ stick butter Place all ingredients, except the butter, into a food processor and blend. Melt the butter in a small saucepan until bubbly and drizzle into the processor while

gently drain before serving immediately.

blending. Mixture should thicken a bit and

Serving –

you are ready to go. Serve immediately.

WHAT TO DO: Poached Eggs – 4 large whole eggs 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons white vinegar

One favorite breakfast of ours that is way easier than I had ever imagined is Eggs Benedict. Done the proper way, you’ll simply need English muffins, some Canadian bacon, poached eggs and Hollandaise sauce (easily made in a processor by the way). On a side note, there are about as many variations to

2. While water is coming up to heat, crack 1 large egg into a small cup or bowl and carefully drop the egg into the center of the simmering water. Repeat this method for remaining eggs.

3. Cover the pan and turn off the heat. Set a timer for 5 minutes without removing lid or stirring the egg in any way. After the 5 minutes, remove egg with a slotted spoon and

1. In a medium size non-stick skillet add enough water to come 1 to 1 ½ inches up the side of the pan. Add 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 2 teaspoons vinegar.

Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

4. Split English muffins and toast. Divide warm Canadian bacon among muffins and top with a poached egg. Ladle Hollandaise sauce over the top and serve. Voila. You did it!

I hope you’re able to enjoy some special meal times with your family this holiday season.

Whether you are newly married, have children young or old, gathering around the table sharing food is time very well spent. From our family to yours, the happiest of holidays to you my friends. 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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Long ago, when I was a stay-at-home mom with young babes, traditional breakfast seemed to work just fine. As the years rolled by and the merry-go-round of life went to warp speed, the normal breakfast we once knew became extinct. Our family loved breakfast-y foods, but our lifestyle didn’t allow for a proper one. Over the years we had to morph the whole breakfast thing. We were forced to enjoy that most important meal of the day as a week night dinner, or on lazy weekends, during the holidays, or on vacation. Then, something strange began to happen over the years that took us by surprise. Those family breakfast times had become very special. Instead of our daily routines, they were times of gathering that meant no stress or rush.

Rituals had been formed without us even knowing it; from the traditional sausage casserole our children now demand every Christmas, to making sure we have our favorite breakfasts on vacation. Nowadays, when the kids come home, the bar has been raised once again; those times have become even more precious.

Oh My Heavenly Hollandaise!

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PRESERVING FAMILY HISTORY IN A WORLD OF BATTERIES AND ENGINES

FARM VALLEY CARRIAGES

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BY CASSANDRA KEY | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRANDI BURKETT

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The last guest you would expect to see at a wedding, is a horse! Especially a 2,000 pound Percheron draft horse named John, but for couples who reach out to Farm Valley Carriages, John is exactly the kind of guest they are looking for.

Farm Valley Carriages, owned by Kepen and

events and have a love and appreciation for history.”

After many talks and lots of daydreaming, Kepen announced that they were through talking – it was time to make their dream a reality. That's when they found themselves in the tiny town of Nashville, Michigan picking up their first little, maroon carriage.

Robin Gilliam, is located east of Tyler, Texas

Not long after purchasing the carriage, they

and has provided carriage rides for brides and

went in search of a Belgian horse, but along the

grooms for eight years. It was always a dream

way, met an Amish man who ended up showing

for the Gilliams to preserve their families'

them John, the Percheron, in Shipshewana,

histories by offering the carriage experience to

Indiana. When they saw John, they were in awe.

a world filled with batteries and engines.

They hooked him up to the new carriage and

"When I was a very young girl, my grandpa

took him for a stroll down the road. “I looked

used to build buggies and wagons and would

up and behind us was a semi- truck and when

take me riding, and hand me the reins,"

the truck went by, John never moved, he just

Robin says. “Kepen's great grandfather used

kept on walking,” Kepen says. That's when the

to go from Chapel Hill to Tyler in a wagon on

Gilliams knew John was the perfect horse for

Saturdays. We have always remembered these

them.

Our Verse: In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.

Prov. 3:6 Since those first days, the Gilliams have lost

like decorating the carriage with flowers and

and headstall and hitching tugs to the carriage

ribbons that match the wedding colors.

and finally taking John for a warm-up run.

festivals, Quinceaneras, and celebrations

When a couple books with Farm Valley

Robin also mentioned that they change into

they've been a part of with John. “We have met

Carriages, the wedding day becomes top

wedding-day clothes and hope John doesn't

the most interesting and gracious people,”

priority. Both horse and carriage are washed

sneeze all over them!

Robin says. One of their favorite memories

and decorated. “John is frequently dried with

Weddings aren't the only events to which

was when they met a gentleman in his 90's,

a leaf blower, which he really enjoys!” Robin

Farm Valley Carriages caters. They also

a Gladewater, Texas resident, who gave Robin

says.

own a circa 1895 green wagon, which they provide for funeral processions. They offer

and Kepen a tour of his town by carriage.

When asked what their favorite part of the

opportunities for little ones to enjoy history

job is, Robin says, “We most enjoy seeing the

during field trips with an 1882 theme. Field

smiles on the faces of the elderly and the little

trips allow children to experience

horses,

goats, chickens, donkeys, roping, swings,

children, especially those who recognize John,

garden education, horse shoes, nature trail

the Percheron! There is one little girl who has

walks, a chuck wagon, outhouse, one room-

been coming to the Henderson Syrup Festival

school house, cowboy stories, crafts and

for the past several years just to see our horse.”

more.

John is always happy to take guests where they

So whether you're a 19th century history

need to go; he's been through a Dairy Queen

buff who loves an authentic experience, a

drive-thru and escorted a festival-goer to the

child who adores horses, or a couple who

ATM to retrieve more cash. Another great part

wants to add extra flair to their wedding

of the job? Being in the driver's seat! “When

day, Farm Valley Carriages has something for

you are in the driver's seat, holding reins

everyone to enjoy.

attached to a 2,000 pound horse and can hear the harness and hooves, your troubles melt

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For couples who would like a carriage

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ride on their wedding day, the Gilliams suggest booking at least three to six months in advance. A carriage can be rented for

After the wash, setting up for the carriage

ceremony arrivals, departures and photo

ride is a long process so the Gilliams arrive

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the carriage décor. The Gilliams say they

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DID SOMEONE SAY PIE?

BY CHARLOTTE TAYLOR | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN LABOYTEAUX

The Basic Foundation of Any Pie is The Crust!

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This time of year is all about togetherness, making memories and carrying out traditions. For most of us humans, food usually plays a big part in those gatherings. Keeping these customs alive

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from year to year means a lot of different things to a lot of different people, but the more comforting it is, the better. One common thread from household to household seems to be pie. Just SAY the word pie, and people get excited. If you happen to live in a town where you can go grab a slice of pie at some point throughout the day…YOU. ARE. WINNING people.

To enjoy that slice of pie, there’s gotta be a crust. The basic foundation of a pie. There was a time in my life when I thought it was pure sacrilege not to make a homemade pie crust. I thought the only way to go was to use the old cutting in method I learned way back in Home Economics class. Now, I am an official food processor pie crust maker. Gone are the days of using my vintage pastry cutter!

Although I’m a big fan of “homemade is always better,” things have come a long way baby. There are a few pre-made pie crusts out there that aren’t too shabby. Ultimately, in my book, what it really boils down to is doing whatever it takes to get that pie on the table, not whether the crust is store bought or homemade. Your pie loving friends and family are going to forever thank you, no matter the crust. Here’s an easy one to get you started.

WHAT YOU NEED: (2 Crusts) · 1 ½ sticks butter (cold) · 1/3 cup vegetable shortening (cold) · 3 cups all-purpose flour · 1 teaspoon kosher salt · 1 tablespoon granulated sugar · Approx. ½ cup ice water

WHAT TO DO: 1. Cube the butter and shortening and place in refrigerator or freezer while you prepare the remaining ingredients. In a food processor, using the steel blade, place the flour, salt and sugar and pulse a few times to mix. Add the butter and shortening and pulse 10-12 times, until the fat is the size of peas. With the

processor running, pour the ice water down the feed tube and pulse the machine until the dough begins to form a ball. Dump the ball onto a floured board and divide in half. Squish each back into a ball and flatten to form a 2 inch thick disk. Wrap each disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2. When it’s time to roll the dough, sprinkle flour onto your board or counter and roll out with a rolling pin (or use a heavy glass, jar, or wine bottle in a pinch). Roll dough from the middle outward, keeping dough at an even thickness. Add a bit more flour on your surface if the dough begins to stick. Don’t rush, but work quickly. The idea is to keep the dough as chilled as possible for the flakiest crust. When your circle of dough is a couple of inches larger than your pie plate (approx. 1/8 inch thick) you are ready to go. Now, gently fold the dough over, (in half) place in a pie pan, and unfold it to fit the pie plate. Nestle the dough against

all sides of the pan, being careful not to pull or stretch the dough. Trim any excess dough that hangs over the pans edge more than an inch or so. Fold this new edge of dough under itself about a half of an inch all the way around to create a good ridge to crimp/pinch the crust to a design of your liking. Using a dinner fork,

pierce the crust on the bottom and around the sides to reduce large bubbles forming while baking. Pre-bake or fill with your favorite holiday pie filling.

The art of pie making is something that needs to never go away. As with most things, practice does make better, but please do not let pie making intimidate you. This dough is very forgiving. If it tears, you can smoosh it back together. If it becomes a total disaster scene, tear it into strips, place them on a baking sheet, and cover with cinnamon and sugar. Bake at 350 until golden. You might even be loved MORE. 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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RED HAT RENTALS

BY CASSANDRA KEY

EASY AND STRESS FREE RENTALS FOR ALL OF OUR CUSTOMERS

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In 1999, Andy and Susan Jones started Red Hat Rentals, a single equipment and party rental store in Fairfield, Texas. Susan wanted to work in a creative business that helped women, so starting a party and event store that catered to couples planning a wedding was the golden ticket to fulfilling that dream. Red Hat Rentals started with only 20 tables, 100 chairs, and a few basic white linens. Now the store has three locations and the Jones' are blessed to provide rentals and event assistance to small and large weddings all over East Texas.

Red Hat Rentals has equipment to meet every couple's budget and event needs, whether it's for a grand gala or an intimate gathering. Brides can choose from a variety of table and chair sizes and styles, basic linens

and

designer

fabrics,

disposable

plastics, speckle ware, and fine china. The company can also provide a reception tent and everything that goes under it, from chandelier lighting and draping to the dance floor and executive bathrooms. Susan invites brides to bring in pictures of items they'd like to include in the wedding, sample colors and as many visual ideas as possible. She says most brides already have an idea of what they want, but Red Hat Rentals has a showroom set up with decoration ideas for inspiration if they need it. “I love it when Mom and bride come in and play set up with our tabletop décor pieces to create their dream setting.”

Red Hat Rentals' team of coordinators have a passion for working with brides and train under the American Rental Association's “Certified Event Rental Professional” program.

Rental professionals do more than just help the bride decide which chair, table, and color of linen looks best. They have a wealth of equipment knowledge and can help a couple with things like: What size linen fits a 60 inch round table or how many drinks one margarita mix will make. Coordinators

can also help with dance floor specifications, whether or not a generator will handle the time, and what size tent a couple will need to

While

cover guests, a dance floor, DJ, the buffet line,

are

always

a

few

basic

questions the team at Red Hat Rentals will

and bars. The rental coordinators are great

ask a couple about their wedding (number

at covering the small details and asking the

of guests, location, date, etc.), there is one

questions that couples might forget.

they are most interested in: “What do you see

One of the most popular questions Red

as the end result for your day?” The answer

Hat Rentals gets asked is how far in advance

to that question is the guiding force behind

a couple should book for their wedding day.

what Red Hat Rentals does and helps the team

Susan says it's never too early. “I usually tell

find exactly what a bride and groom need to

my clients to come in after they book the

create their dream wedding.

venue and have an idea of what they will

“We really do love what we do,” Susan says.

need. While we carry lots of tables and chairs,

“Red Hat has been doing weddings for 15

you don't want to miss out on a one-of-a-kind

years and we still get excited because each

or limited quantity item by booking too late.”

couple has their own special story. We know

Peak wedding season for East Texas is May through June and September through October,

there

chair ties, and draping rooms and tents.

so couples should book at least six to eight

As for what's on trend in event rentals,

months in advance for weddings scheduled

the vintage look is still popular, but with a

during these times.

more sophisticated feel. The gilded look is

we have one chance to get it right for their day. Nothing makes us happier than to see the stress fall from their faces and a smile to appear because they trust us to do just that."

For the couple who's not sure how a rental

still trending and is being expressed in full

service works, there are a few things to keep in

Gatsby style with sequined linens, crystal

mind. The event and wedding items are rented

chandeliers, and tabletop candelabras. Brides

at an event rate rather than a day rate. This

and event planners are moving away from

means items are ready for pickup/delivery the

metals and embracing a gold and copper

day before the event and due back the day

color scheme. Red Hat Rentals offers ivory

after. If the event is on a Saturday, then the

plates with gold banding and gold flatware

Serves All of East Texas

items are due back on the following Monday.

– a customer favorite. For linens, navy,

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Rates do not include delivery or set up, but

champagne, and straight stripes (especially in

most items can be picked up by the client.

black) are popular, and fruit-wood chairs and

Fairfield, Texas 877-389-8665 Palestine, Texas 903-729-3400

Red Hat Rentals can also help with setting up

whiskey barrels are a favorite for weddings

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tables and chairs, placing linens, assembling

with a rustic theme.

VENDOR INFORMATION RED HAT RENTALS Athens, Texas

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High Hill Farm is a one-of-a-kind event venue set among the rolling hills of East Texas.

Complete with beautiful bungalows, a resort pool, and a lush vineyard, the Farm is idyllic for memorable

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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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LUX UR IOUS SPACE .

EXC E P T IONA L SE RV IC E .

DE LU XE A M E N I T I E S.

Let us help you Celebrate!

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

7424 South Broadway Avenue Tyler, Texas Lindsey Newton Sales & Events Manager

903.509.4411

3044 Eastman Road North Longview, Texas Mallory Whitehead Director of Sales

903.663.8670

2421 E. S.E. Loop 323 South Tyler, Texas Mika Mullens Sales Manager

903.566.0600

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The Reserve You

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

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

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Over 15 Years of Experience

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Palestine 903.729.3400

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PURSUING EDEN

Specialty Rentals & Home Goods Store www.pursuingeden.com 903-387-0922 497 Henderson Lane • Longview, TX 75605 Mon - Fri 11 - 6 • Sat 11 - 4

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Brittany McBrayer Photography

www.elranchoverdetx.com

903-720-1359

info@elranchoverdetx.com Brandi Smyth Photography

11235 CR 456 S Henderson, Texas 75654

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Barn at

Hickory Creek

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.

936-222-4562

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

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Kern’s Bakery A Longview Tradition Since 1918

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1009 E Marshall Ave • Longview, TX 75601 www.kernsbakery.com Tue 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Thu - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Wed 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Sat 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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calavera cakery JENNIFER PHILLIPS DESIGNS

Serving All of Northeast Texas

By Appointment calaveracakery.com calaveracakery@gmail.com

903•466•2768

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style. color. makeup... picture perfect.

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Kaylee is located at Sola Salon Studio LONGVIEW, TEX AS

When the Music Matters

CMBDJs.com

903.630.7170

@theweddedbliss

Photo by Lindsay Steele Photography

903.736.1454

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Tent & Ceiling Draping • Furniture • Decor • Design

Tent & Ceiling Draping • Custom Decor • Furniture • Design

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Please contact:

Eleanor Boyd

903-938-1359

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

www.evergreenstrings.com | evergreenstrings@yahoo.com

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

AIRBRUSH MAKEUP ARTISTS Hair & Makeup by Brittany Dixon

903-736-9435

BAKERIES Ganache

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

1009 E. Marshall Ave. Longview 903-758-2681

Centaur Arabian Farms

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

BEVERAGE SERVICES: COFFEE, WINE AND LIQUOR Pour Me

903-747-0880 www.pourmebars.com

BRIDAL BOUTIQUES Brides & Belles of Tyler

3524 S. Broadway Ave. Tyler 903-581-8211 www.bridesbellestyler.com Dress Me Bridal

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

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Weddings A to Z

Lori’s Eats and Sweets

Primrose Path Flowers and Gifts

3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-597-7497 www.weddingsatoz.net

1208 Titus St. Gilmer 903-680-3287 www.loriseatsandsweets.com

304 Locust Street Tyler 903-509-3839 www.primrosepathflowers.com

Perfect Catering

Two Dandelions by Diane Reis

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

Tyler 903-521-1725 www.twodandelions.com

BRIDAL BOUTIQUES: RESALE AND CONSIGNMENT Bridal & Prom Boutique

3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-526-3224

CABIN RENTALS Lake Tyler Petroleum Club

15898 Eastside Rd. Tyler 903-566-4444 www.laketylerpetroleumclub.com

CAKE DESIGNERS Calavera Cakery

4857 Page Rd. Longview 903-466-2768 www.calaveracakery.com Designs By D’Anne

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

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

1009 E. Marshall Ave. Longview 903-758-2681 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

Traditions Restaurant & Catering

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

CHAIR & TABLE LINENS Uniquely Chic

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

FLORISTS

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 Hair & Makeup by Brittany Dixon

Ann’s Petals

903-736-9435

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

Kaylee Whyte Hair Stylist and Make-Up Artist

903-736-1454 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 La Bella Blooms

Longview 903-452-9511 www.labellablooms.com La Tee Da

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

HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGES Farm Valley Carriages

903-752-5501 www.farmvalleycarriages.com

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR GUESTS HMM

2421 S. Southeast Loop 323 Tyler 903-566-0600 www.hhmhospitality.com Homewood Suites / Hilton

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

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The Hilton Garden Inn

CMB Music Productions

Lee Loveless Photography

220 E. Grande Blvd.

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

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

903-723-6555 903-922-3575 www.leelovelessphotography.com

DJ Rob J Entertainment

Photography by Gema

214-763-7034 www.djrobjentertainment.com

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

INVESTMENTS Rose Retirement

7719 US Hwy. 259 N. Longview 903-240-7241 www.roseretirementtx.com

LIMOUSINES & SHUTTLE BUSES

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3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-525-9977 903-752-5402 www.brosangslimousine.com

LUXURY PORTABLE TOILETS Fabulous Flush

Flint 903-258-0807 www.FabulousFlush.com

MAKE-UP ARTISTS Kaylee Whyte Hair Stylist and Make-Up Artist

903-736-1454

MONOGRAM PROJECTION & EVENT LIGHTING Tyler Uplights

7524 S Broadway Ave STE 115 Tyler 903-525-9506 www.tyleruplights.com

MUSIC/BANDS Otis and The Metro Band

Tyler 903-597-4928 www.metroband.org

MUSIC/DJS Boogie Butt Productions

903-597-6788 www.boogiebutt.com

Moore Music Entertainment

Mt. Pleasant 903-563-0505 www.mooremusicdj.com

PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOBOOTH RENTAL Capture POD East Texas

We Be RocKn Entertainment

Longview 903-917-7661 www.weberockn.com

MUSIC/STRINGS Evergreen Strings

903-938-1359 www.evergreenstrings.com

PHOTOGRAPHERS 361 Photography

100 Bank St. Longview 903-237-8866 www.361photography.net

Longview 903-576-0639 www.capturepodeasttexas.com TapSnap

Tyler 903-509-8659 www.tapsnap1138.com

TUXEDOS Emily Rae’s Bridal, Prom and Tux Boutique

206 North Center St. Longview 903-757-0307 www.emilyraesboutique.com Harleys Formal Wear

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

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

Jennifer Willard Photography

903-839-7200 www.atwpro.com

903-724-1529 www.jenniferwillardphotography.com

Fresh Focus Films

Lauren Ashley Photography

Tyler 903-521-8862 www.laurenashleyphotos.com

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

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WEDDING COORDINATORS 903 Event Rentals

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

WEDDING EVENT PLANNERS Adalante’ Catering Company

1723 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-526-3800 www.adalantecatering.com Allie Martin Weddings and Events

903-747-0880 www.alliemartinweddings.com Plan It! Events

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

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Brides Chapel and Event Hall

Hollytree Country Club

The Reserve

Red Hat Rentals

4400 W. Marshall Ave. Longview 903-759-7100 www.brideschapel.com

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

7725 Hwy. 259

Castle on the Lake

Lake Tyler Petroleum Club

www.bookthereserve.com

15898 Eastside Rd. Tyler 903-566-4444 www.laketylerpetroleumclub.com

The Summit Club

Miss Mary’s Place

Longview 903-753-0331

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

www.summitlongview.com

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

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

10271 FM 2813 Flint 903-561-6926 www.centaurarabianfarms.com Eagle’s Bluff Country Club

East Texas Builders Association & Event Center

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

Stone Oak Ranch

903-431-3496

3700 Judson Rd.

Villa di Felicitá

7891 Hwy. 110, 3-5 miles outside N. Loop 323

Murchison 903-530-4201 www.stoneoakranch.com

Tyler 903-597-0002

The Arbor

Willow Creek Ranch

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

www.villadifelicita.com

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

The Barn at Hickory Creek

WEDDING SUPPLY RENTALS

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

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Pursuing Eden Vintage

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

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

El Rancho Verde

The Belgium House

www.903eventrentals.com

497 Henderson Ln. Longview 903-387-0922 www.pursuingeden.com

903-738-5577 www.thebelgiumhouse.com

All American Party and Tent

Tyler Tents and Events

Rentals

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

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

The Cascades Golf and Country Club

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

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

High Hill Farm

The Landing at Joshua Farms LLC

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

14278 SH 322 N Kilgore 903-643-9574 www.thelandingeventcenter.com

903 Event Rentals

Longview 903-576-0940

4917 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler 903-561-2943

Sales and Rentals

866-561-2943

Vintage Design & Rental

www.allamericanpartyandtent.com

Company

Eventful Creations

Longview 903-932-4865 www.eventfulcreationsonline.com

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700 North Eagle’s Bluff Blvd.

Bullard 903-825-1123 www.Eaglesbluffcc.com

Longview 903-663-7650

10828 Nix Lane Whitehouse 573-701-6027 903-574-1450 www.vintagedesignandrentalco.com