Meet the Vendors – Catering Brilliance!

We’re feeling awfully proud of ourselves for corralling a trio of inspired caterers to participate in the Primp my Bride, PMB, Sweepstakes! Each brings an exceptional blend of deep imagination, fresh, local, sustainable food, and the flawless customer service we love to see.  Here’s a quick look at Ben Stenn, of Celilo Catering, Kathy Watson, of Gorge Catering, and Jamie Snell, of the Lamb’s Table.

Ben Stenn – Celilo Catering

After graduating . . .
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Tuesdays Tip – Primp My Bride Sweepstakes!

Studio I Do

 What if you could have the wedding of your dreams for 1/2 the cost? 

That’s EXACTLY what will happen to one lucky bride this December. Excellent Christmas present!

Not only will the lucky bride receive 1/2 off any wedding package at the Balch, we have many other fantastic vendors offering either 1/2 off or other special prizes from their services. There are photographers, florists, hair, makeup, rentals, gifts, planners, and much more! Even more vendors will be . . .
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Tuesday’s Tip – Fun Stuff!

While looking for some fun, unique items to give to the Mt. Hood Cycling Classic riders in June (a FUN pit stop for amateur riders is here at the Balch), I found a site with some great personalized items for your wedding!

Jeff actually hand delivered our invitations to Bridal Veil post office so they’d have the Bridal Veil stamp on them. His idea! How about creating your own save the date stamp?

On this . . .
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Tuesday’s Tip – Forums

Two of my MOST favorite wedding forums/resources are on The Knot and Martha Stewart Weddings. They aren’t just for brides!

When Jeff and I were engaged and in the FUN time of planning and figuring out what we wanted, I came about the Martha Stewart weddings forums and it was FABULOUS! I asked all sorts of questions from etiquette to invitation wording.

Unbeknownst to me, my fiance went incognito onto the forum because . . .
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Tuesday’s Tip from Erika!

How fun it is to get together with your girlfriends for makeovers, pampering, massage, spray tans, the works!! Spa treatments are SUCH a great way to celebrate AND get looking fabulous before your big day.

Beautiful, healthy skin takes time and planning. For picture-perfect skin on your wedding, Erika, owner of Columbia Laser Skin Center in The Dalles and Hood River, put together this fantastic timeline for preparation!

Six-twelve months before the wedding:

□ Complimentary . . .
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