Planning Advice

Tipping Your Wedding Vendors

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Tipping wedding vendors often comes with much input, confusing etiquette and varies by the region. While tipping wedding professionals for their services is not expected, it is a generous way to show appreciation for their creative work and dedication in ensuring your wedding is a success. As you begin planning the wedding budget, remember to […]

Tipping Your Wedding Vendors | Nellie Sparkman Events and Stationery Studio

Real Weddings

Garden Inspired Ballroom Wedding

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As seen in ENGAGED! MAGAZINE Photographer: Laura Gordon | Wedding Planner: Nellie Sparkman | Flowers: Blue Bouquet | Gown: Custom Thai Nguyen | Shoes: Gianvito Rossi | Headpiece: Brides & Hairpins | Bridesmaid Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Makeup: Vincent Tran | Cake: Adorn Cakes by Aleta | Invitations: Michaela McBride Calligraphy |  Video: Mullinex Weddings | Ceremony Venue: Redemptorist Catholic Church | Reception Venue: Hilton President Kansas City

Planning Advice

Six Things To Do After Getting Engaged

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Planning a wedding can be a huge fete and it is so important to enjoy the season of life that you are in.  Whether you have been dreaming of your wedding day forever and are ready to jump into the planning head first or you are overwhelmed by all the things, here are the first […]

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Lifestyle

What is Faster Way To Fat Loss?

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I kicked off this year ready to make some lifestyle changes and Faster Way to Fat Loss has been one of those that I am implementing.  If you have been following me on Instagram lately, you are probably asking yourself, “How is she eating Jimmy John’s while losing weight?”  Well, I am here to tell […]

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Planning Advice

3 Ways To Make Your Wedding Extra Special

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Choosing A Unique Ring The engagement ring is the first step of your wedding coming to fruition. After proposing and the ring is on the finger, things start to feel really real! The engagement ring may not necessarily meet your exact standards, and making sure it does is crucial. After all, you will be rocking […]

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Insider’s Timeline for a Stress Free Bridal Gown Experience

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Ok, so you have the ring, you’ve booked your venue and secured your date…now it’s time to figure out what you’re going to wear! Not only is your wedding dress the detail that sets the tone for the rest of the wedding, but it’s also the focal point in the majority of your photos. We […]

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8 Ways To Say Thank You To Your Bridesmaids

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Bridesmaids are the people you choose to be by your side throughout your wedding process. Your maids may be siblings or friends that you have history and memories with, and who will be there as you plan and celebrate your upcoming wedding day.  These special people deserve a show of gratitude for giving their time […]

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Perfecting Your Style For Wedding Is Easier Than You Think

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As soon as you say yes to that key question, you are probably going to begin planning and visualizing your wedding style. You’re certainly not alone if you do this. Don’t we all dream of this day as a little girl?  And now that you have said yes, it is your time to bring that […]

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4 Ways to Downsize Your Wedding In Style

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As the pandemic continues to spread the world and social distancing measures are more crucial than ever, many couples have been forced to postpone or cancel their wedding day. After many months in lockdown and these challenging times, there is nothing more uplifting than a wedding celebration. While some things really can’t wait, it is […]

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An Elegant Summer Wedding at The Madrid Theatre

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Elegant, timeless and endless joyful laughter- my style of a wedding!  Beth had seen our work first hand as she was a bridesmaid in one of our previous weddings.  I knew from our initial meeting, that she and I were going to hit it off.  Her meticulously organized planner, style and vision made us the […]