Seasons of Love, a bridal tour. We hope

Welcome to Seasons of Love, a bridal tour. We hope
you enjoy your day of discovering our little home town of
Sycamore and planning your special day. We are honored
to be part of your journey. We have been serving couples
for many years to plan and make their wedding a day to
remember. We wanted to give you an opportunity to see
Sycamore as you may not have seen it before.
We specialize in custom cakes and deserts as well as full
service catering for weddings. We can do your rehearsal
dinner or brunch after your wedding too. Your love has
brought you to this day and we are here to make that
celebration perfect.
Bags provided by The Bridal Guide – Jill Doherty
Beginnings...
Tour begins at Chapel in the Pines, 15165 Quigley Road, Sycamore. IL and continues
to Blumen Gardens, Saint Mary’s, and the Regal Center. Transportation is provided from
each venue and leaves every 15 minutes or you may take a self-tour in your own
vehicle. The fashion show begins at 3pm at the Jane Fargo Hotel.
Transportation provided by
Spare Wheels Transportation
The Nice Bus
33W480 Fabyan Pkwy #101
600 E Lincoln Hwy #401,
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 377-4637
[email protected]
DeKalb, IL 60115
[email protected]
15165 Quigley Road,
Sycamore, Illinois 60178
(815) 895-4797
[email protected]
Hinckley Floral Inc.
Roger Kyler Photography
950 W Lincoln Hwy
300 IL State Route 38
Hinckley, IL 60520
(815) 286-7400
[email protected]
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 825-2216
[email protected]
Energized Entertainment
Liz Lundeen
434 Lucerne Lane
DeKalb IL 60115
(815)757-8225
[email protected]
Origami Owl Independent Designer
(630) 341-8492
[email protected]
Summer Menu
Fruit Kabob
Cheese Kabab
Barbeque Ribs
Pulled Pork
Mac & Cheese
Potato Salad
Baked Beans
Corn Bread Muffins
Cobbler
A Note or Two…
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8 Steps to Choosing Your Wedding Colors
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Picking your wedding palette isn’t exactly as easy as choosing your two favorite
colors and making them the foundation for every wedding detail. Get started with our
guide for selecting your wedding hues.
By Simone Hill
1. Get Inspired by Your Setting
First things first: location. Have a color palette in mind as you start your venue search.
Think about what colors you'd like to use, and whether you'd want to prioritize finding
the perfect venue or having your perfect color palette. If you find a venue that you
love, but it doesn't work with your colors, you'll want to switch up a hue or two so you
don't bust your budget on trying to cover up or distract from the fact that it doesn't
match. Venues like converted warehouses, lofts and
tents are all blank slates, meaning you can really add as
much or as little as you want to carry out your vision
for color and style. If you've already found the perfect
venue, use the space to help you come up with your
color scheme. The colors of your reception space and
its surroundings, whether it's the vintage Persian rug in
the dining room or the view of the ocean, can spark an
idea. And that way, you won't have to work against a
clashing color palette and your colors will enhance
what you love about your venue.
2. Keep Your Priorities In Mind
While the venue is usually the biggest choice you have to make in your wedding
planning, sometimes there are other details to consider that might come before
choosing your colors too. If you've always dreamed of having your wedding
overflowing with purple dendrobium orchids, then you should use that as a starting
point for your palette, instead of trying to figure out a way to work it in later. You
don't want to choose a color scheme only to find that a must-have, like your
grandmother's
ivory table runner, looks out of place or may get lost in the décor rather than standing
out like you want it to.
3. Think Seasonally
Just like your wardrobe, your wedding color scheme can be inspired by the time of year
you're saying “I do." Think about the shade you want to use to bring out the season in
your color palette. Rosy pink is perfect for spring, while a brighter coral is a summer
staple. For fall, a rich fuchsia pairs well with other jewel tones, and blush and silver are a
pretty wintry combo. Don't shy away from colors
you love though just because of seasonal color
“rules," which have pretty much gone the way of
wearing white after Labor Day. Light pastels and
barely there hues, like buff, can work for a fall
or winter wedding. The trick is to concentrate on
texture, and maybe even bring in a stronger accent
color.
4. Set the Mood
Your wedding colors can also help create a vibe for
your wedding day. If you're going for a lot of drama,
then a dark or jewel tone palette, like ruby red and
black or emerald and gold, is a better choice than,
say, light pastels. Think about the style and atmosphere you want to have, whether it's
relaxed or nostalgic, and what colors put you in that mind-set.
5. Look to What You Love
The colors that inspire your home décor are ones you know you can live with for a long
time (and it's an extra perk that leftover items like Moroccan lanterns will get used after
your wedding day). Open your closet: What color clothes and accessories are you drawn
to? Use that as a starting point for choosing your wedding hues.
6. Do Your Research
Magazines, art galleries and friends' weddings are all great sources for inspiration. While
you wouldn't want to choose a color combo just because it's on trend, looking towards
art and design may help you see colors you already love in a new way.
7. Consult the Color Wheel
You don't need a degree from art school to pick your palette, but there are some basic
principles to follow. Typically, colors that go well together are ones that are opposites
because they pair a cool and warm (examples include orange and sky blue and turquoise
and coral). Other color pairings that work are “neighbors"—they're similar to each
other and share a primary color (think: sunshine yellow and melon orange or fuchsia
and blush). A classic way to build your color palette is by pairing a bright, saturated
color with a neutral, like violet and gray or blush and gold.
8. Don't Overthink It
It's easy to get caught up in the idea that you have to have a strict wedding color
palette. If you're early in the planning process, you'll probably get asked, “What are
your colors?" a lot by friends and family,
and that can put pressure on you to pick
the “right" hues. But color doesn't have
to play the major role that it's
sometimes made out to be. While your
palette will inform a lot of your wedding
decisions, like your flowers and your
bridesmaid dresses, you should use it as a
guideline instead of a rule. Not every
part of your wedding has to match
perfectly, so don't stress on having every detail color-coded just right. Instead, think of
your wedding planning in terms of style, formality, texture and mood, in addition to
color.
Taken from: https://www.theknot.com/content/weddings-with-color
Whatever your style,
whatever your taste,
whatever your dream,
Sweet Dream Catering can
make those dreams
a sweet memory.
1969 DeKalb Ave,
Sycamore, IL 60178.
(815) 756-8150
[email protected]
403 Edward Street
Sycamore, Illinois 60178
(815) 895-3737
[email protected]
Joe Nowak Photography
Prism Light DJs
5N224 Deerpath Way
St. Charles, IL 60175
495 Willow
Elburn, IL 60119
(312) 860-4576
[email protected]
(630) 606-5167
[email protected]
La’Di Events
Petal Boutique
Amanda- event coordinator
Sycamore, IL
Sycamore, IL
(815) 761-1290
(815) 739-5234
[email protected]
[email protected]
Fall Menu
Bacon Wrapped Chestnuts
Tossed Salad
Asparagus Wraps
Fresh Sliced Bread
Chicken Grand Duke
Duchess Potatoes
Pork Chops
Malibu Vegetable
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Dos and Don’ts for Wedding Flowers
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Flowers are one of the most beautiful and visually appealing part of any wedding. From
bouquets to centerpieces and beyond, they bring a sense of style, scent and
sophistication to a theme and colour scheme. That said, they can be tricky to pull off. So
with this in mind, we’ve compiled a handy list of dos and don’ts to help you plan a
blooming lovely celebration.
DO…
Give your florist a colour palette to work with,
rather than insisting on specific flowers. This will
allow them to create a stunning design that falls
within your budget, since they know how to work
around factors such as the time of year and the
season, both of which play a key role in the
availability, and thus price, of certain blooms.
DON’T…
Use floral displays to cover up less polished-looking
parts of the venue, such as the fire exit. All you’ll
really do is make sure they draw the eye of your
guests. Instead, use your flowers to draw attention
to the breathtaking parts of the room, such as the
tables, the cake or even the dance floor.
DO…
Make sure your bouquet is manageable. Larger bouquets look absolutely stunning in
photos, but so do smaller ones. So be realistic about your capabilities. If you don’t have the
upper arm strength to go heavy, go petite, and remember – all eyes will be on you anyway.
DON’T…
DIY your flowers if you can help it. Thinking practically, your blooms will need to be
purchased and arranged the morning of the big day, which is a big job all on its own. And
honestly, it’s the last thing you need to be worried about when there’s thing like hair and
make-up going on. So leave it to a pro and focus on getting ready yourself.
DO…
Incorporate non-floral elements in your ceremony and reception displays. Everything from
your bouquets to your reception table centerpieces can be jazzed up with non-floral
elements such as lights, candles, jewelry, candy and even grasses. Alternatively, use your
flowers in unexpected ways, such as to decorate a gorgeous getaway car.
DON’T…
Choose flowers that are sensitive to heat if you are having a summer wedding. We all know
how warm Aussie days can get, and there’s a chance
they will start to wilt and lose appeal before your
ceremony is even over.
DO…
Invite your florist – if they’re not already familiar
with them – to make a personal inspection of your
wedding venues. This will give them a better idea of
what you need to bring your vision to life and will
greatly aid their creative process by giving a sense of
scope, dimension, ceiling heights and more.
DON’T…
Choose flowers with a strong perfume for your table
centerpieces as the scent will overpower your food.
And with the care – and dollars! – that went into
picking your menu, you don’t want attention turning anywhere else.
DO…
Tell your florist if there are any particular flowers that mean something to you. For
example, if your dad grew roses or your grandmother wore gardenia scent, they may be
able to incorporate them in your blooms for a lovely sentimental tribute.
DON’T…
Be obvious. Brides can sometimes feel hemmed in by tradition and the need to go with
what’s in fashion or on trend. But it’s better to think outside the box and ask for what you
really want, rather than what you think you should want. Remember the golden rule of
wedding planning – it’s your day so plan it your way.
Taken from: http://www.easyweddings.com.au/articles/dos-donts-wedding-flowers/
Saint Mary’s Memorial Hall
322 Waterman Street
Sycamore, Illinois 60178
(815) 895-3275 ext. 4
[email protected]
Old Barn Salvage
Music by Design
662 Park Avenue
Genoa, IL 60135
(779) 382-0401
[email protected]
611 E State St #106
Geneva, IL 60134
(630) 262-0432
[email protected]
Curves
Lizzy Mallin-Oparyk
1626 DeKalb Ave
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-5700
[email protected]
Mary Kay Beauty Consultant
(815) 991-9288
Winter Menu
Stuffed Mushrooms
Beef Wellington
Raspberry and Brie
Carved Beef
Carved Turkey
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Vegetable Blend
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Selecting a Wedding Cake
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When it comes to planning a wedding, few decisions are as delightful as choosing
your wedding cake. After all, what could be better than sampling slice after slice of
delicious cake? As eager as you may be to let the taste testing begin, taking time to
envision the cake of your dreams will give you the sweetest results.
Since, ideally, you should order the cake six months before the wedding, it's best to
start considering what you would like soon after you've chosen your reception site
and the style of your wedding. It may help to look at photographs in magazines and
books or online for inspiration. Think about the look and the flavor you desire to
help narrow your focus. Have you always
wanted a pristine white cake? Or maybe you
love strawberry filling. The ideas you find may
help you come up with creative ways to
incorporate your favorites so they fit your
wedding.
The cake's design should match the aesthetic
of the day. A formal wedding generally calls
for a structured, multitier cake; it can be
elaborately or simply decorated, so long as its
style implies something ceremonial and
grand. These cakes are often round, but
Cake for Wuebben Wedding, Peoria, IL, Aug
2015
square or even hexagonal shapes are more unexpected -- and the tiers can be stacked
for a solid look or set on pillars for an airy grace. White is the classic color for a
wedding cake, but chocolate and tinted frostings can be just as elegant. For a less
formal wedding, you can certainly embrace the unconventional. The cake can be iced
playfully with swirls of meringue or strewn with flower petals that fall where they may.
Or you can forgo a single cake altogether and opt for a trio of smaller cakes or even
cupcakes, doughnuts, or pastries displayed on tiered cake stands for an impressive
effect.
Details and motifs from the wedding
can influence the appearance of the
cake. Ron Ben-Israel, a wedding-cake
designer in New York City, says
inspiration can come from these four
places: location, fashion, nature, or the
menu. With location, not only can
the reception site provide ideas, but so
can the city and its architecture. A
cake for a San Francisco wedding, for
instance, may borrow the pastel hues
of the city's Victorian row houses. The details of a bride's dress or accessories, such as
Wedding at Blumen Gardens, July 2015
the lace in her veil or the pearls in her
necklace, are wonderful to re-create on a cake; perhaps the bows on her dress can be
echoed around the tiers. Adding elements from nature is always beautiful; look to the
centerpiece flowers or the environment surrounding the reception. For a wedding on
the beach, you could adorn the cake with seashells. And the menu can also spark
creativity with the design; if you're having a rustic Italian meal, the cake might display
marzipan grapes.
As for the flavor of the cake, often the layers are white or yellow cake, but there's no
reason they can't be chocolate, lemon, carrot, or hazelnut, to name a few. You can
also tailor the cake to the rest of the meal; for example, a Mediterranean-themed
dinner might inspire an orange-flavored cake, while an Asian feast could end with a
cake featuring ginger. The fillings are another way to bring in more flavor. In addition
to buttercream or other frostings, you can select jam, lemon curd, fruit purees,
whipped cream, or chocolate fudge to complement the cake.
Of course, you can always serve more than one cake if you wish to add to the bounty.
Some couples choose to have a groom's cake in addition to the wedding cake.
Traditionally, a groom's cake is a dark, rich fruitcake or chocolate cake, which makes a
nice contrast to a white wedding cake, but it can also just
be the groom's favorite dessert.
Once you have some ideas for your cake, you'll need to
find a baker. Your caterer may be able to make the cake,
or he or she can suggest a baker; newly married friends
can also provide recommendations. Or if you have a
favorite bakery, ask the staff if they have experience
making
wedding cakes.
Try to see samples of the kind of
decorations you want, such as gum-paste
flowers or marzipan fruits. The right baker
will be able to not only carry out your
wishes, but tell you if your vision for your
cake is realistic. For instance, will the fruits
you've selected be in season? Will the
frosting stand up in the humidity? Is the
style of the cake practical for the filling
you prefer? "Some elaborate cakes take days to decorate," says Margaret Braun, a New
York City wedding-cake designer. "A couple may want a perishable filling like fresh
strawberries or whipped cream that just might not keep. Those fillings can work with a
simple cake that can be put together in a day."
Your baker will also know the ideal way to use certain ingredients. Delicate fruits such
as raspberries, for example, are best paired with a white or almond cake with an icing
that isn't too rich, since the berries' flavor will be the main attraction. If you'd like the
cake to be decorated with fresh flowers, the baker should be able to tell you what
blooms are edible.
Or he can arrange to order nontoxic flowers, which haven't been sprayed with
pesticides but aren't edible and should be removed before serving. (Your florist can
also order them as well as arrange them on the cake, but many cake designers prefer
to do this.)
Once you've decided on the design and flavor, you should be sure everything is
detailed in the contract along with the fee for the cake. Like caterers, cake makers
charge per person (catering halls may charge their own per-slice cake-cutting fee if the
cake does not come from them). Usually a 50 percent deposit must be paid when the
contract is signed, with the balance due several weeks ahead of the wedding or upon
delivery of the cake. One way to save money is to order a smaller cake for displaying
at the reception and a sheet cake or two that can be cut and placed on plates in the
kitchen; the sheet cakes don't need to be as elaborately decorated, and the dessert can
be served more quickly, since the caterers can slice it as you are cutting the wedding
cake.
If you are an enthusiastic baker and would like to make your own cake, or if a
talented relative or friend offers, think carefully before you choose this option -- it
may require more work than you expect. If you have your heart set on creating it
yourself, consider baking two or three small cakes with fewer tiers, which are easier to
manage in a home kitchen. You also may want to use uncomplicated decorations
such as fresh fruit. But even the simplest of wedding cakes still makes a statement -that the sweetness of married life is easily shared.
MARTHA STEWART WEDDINGS, VOLUME 30 2004
http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/226698/selecting-wedding-cake
Regale Center
Business & Banquet Center
124 S California St
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 895-1888
Boulder Terrace Sound
Becky Beck’s Jewelry Store
Montgomery, IL
(815) 501-4715
[email protected]
303 E Hillcrest Dr.
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 758-3800
[email protected]
Wild Orchid Florist
Preservation Heart Photography
Maple Park, IL 60151
(630) 849-9036
WildOrchidCustomFloralDesign.com
(815) 501-6074
[email protected]
Spring Menu
Cocktail Meatballs
Luncheon Salad
Sliced Ham
Herbed Chicken
Red Striped Potatoes
Green Beans
Mosticcoli
Garlic Bread
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How to Plan an Extended Wedding Weekend
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"It's over before you know it." How many times have you heard that piece of wisdom?
But we have a solution—prolong the party! Take a cue from a tried-and-true trend in
weddings: three-day weekend celebrations. Even if your location seems more familiar
than foreign, creative hospitality will make the wedding an endlessly fascinating trip. (You
definitely don't need to incorporate any or all of these celebrations though—they're just
suggestions!) Keep the festivities rolling—and yourself relatively stress free—with these
party pointers.
1. Welcome Party
Why: If most of your wedding guests are out-of-towners, or if they're just people you
haven't seen in a while, a welcome party is a great way to greet everyone in a relaxed, nopressure atmosphere.
When: A day or two before the wedding, but you should really base it on the date when
you know most of your guests will be arriving. Also, you don't want it to conflict with
the rehearsal dinner—though a cocktails-only celebration could certainly follow the
dinner.
Who Hosts: Anything goes with this one. You and your fiance can certainly act as emcees
and welcome the crew, or another family member or close friend can host. If you're also
having a rehearsal dinner that the groom's parents are hosting, definitely don't ask them
to also host the welcome party. But if you can't come up with the funds on your own,
you can consider asking both sets of parents to host jointly.
Who to Invite: All of your out-of-town guests, naturally, though why not invite the
guests who live down the block too? The more the merrier, we say. Most to-be-weds
invite most of their guests to the welcome party.
Where: A welcome party can be a cocktails-only, open-house-style celebration at a bar
(for total convenience, look into the bar at the hotel where everyone is staying) or
something festive like a riverboat trip complete with buffet dinner and cupcakes. Don't
go too formal with this one—the welcome party should stay lighthearted and be all
about hanging out and having fun.
Take It a Step Further: Are guests coming in from the places where you grew up? Show
your hometown pride with a pair of signature cocktails named for your former stomping
grounds, or choose local beer and wine to serve with dinner.
2. Rehearsal Dinner
Why: As everyone is brimming with anticipation on the eve of the wedding, this
celebratory, often casual dinner is filled with toasts, roasts and general good cheer. This is
a good time for the couple to present the attendant gifts. Make sure to also give your
parents and anyone else who was an integral part of the wedding-planning process a
token of your appreciation—flowers, a nice bottle of wine or even a sentimental toast
will do.
When: A day or two before the wedding—typically following the ceremony rehearsal. If
90 percent of your wedding is comprised of out-of-towners, consider hosting an
intimate dinner with just the wedding party two nights before the wedding, then a more
casual and relaxed welcome party (like we just described) the night before the wedding.
Who Hosts: Traditionally, the groom's parents. But depending on who is paying for the
wedding, the couple or the bride's family may decide to host this event.
Who to Invite: At the very least, it should include just the wedding party, very close
family members and the officiant. But don't be afraid to include others you want to
thank (for example, friends who aren't in the wedding party but have helped you out).
It's really up to you, your budget and whatever other parties you have planned.
Where: Many rehearsal dinners are held in hotel banquet room, or at nice restaurants,
with full-course dinners and desserts. Others are held at home and feature a backyard
barbecue or clambake. It depends on the size of your guest list, of course—a totally
casual affair might not be appropriate if it's an intimate dinner for 10.
Take It a Step Further: Add your wedding photographer to your rehearsal dinner guest
list. Having a good idea of who the main players are for the wedding will help him or her
get the shots you want on your wedding day.
3. Farewell Brunch
Why: At the end of the weekend, a postwedding brunch is a great way to wind down and
exchange final good-byes before leaving on your honeymoon. Newlyweds can take this
chance to thank their guests and spend a bit more time with loved ones who've flown in
from all over.
When: The morning after the wedding. Keep in mind hotel checkout times when picking
an appropriate start time (10:30 or 11 a.m., for instance). You don't want to start the
brunch too late, especially if out-of-towners are going to be itching to get on the road.
Who Hosts: There's no hard-and-fast rule here. It's a nice gesture for the couple to bear
the brunt of the planning and cost, but either family could also assume the hosting role,
especially if one side is entertaining more out-of-towners than the other.
Who to Invite: The brunch is usually for the couple's families and any wedding guests
who are still in town, but feel free to include attendants, friends or even children who
weren't invited to the wedding. Basically, anything goes.
Where: Like most parties, the brunch can be held wherever suits the mood: your parents'
home, a hotel salon, a friend's backyard.
Take It a Step Further: Get even more psyched for your postwedding getaway by theming
your brunch around your honeymoon destination. For example, serve antipasti if you're
headed to Italy, or a tropical fruit salad (with plenty of pineapple, of course) if you're
bound for Hawaii.
Knot Note: If it seems that your wedding is turning into a real mini vacation (like a fourday affair), consider setting up optional activities for those who aren't familiar with the
area and need something to do (a sign of a truly gracious host). Think tee times,
horseback riding, hikes, fishing trips—it really depends on the wedding locale. Let guests
know their options (and reservation and cost info) well ahead of time with a separate
mailing. And be sure to include the details in their welcome packet.
Taken from: https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-rehearsals-wedding-brunchesextended-wedding-weekend
355 West State Street
Sycamore, Illinois 60178
(815) 895-6789
Alexis Kay Designs
Ducky’s Formalwear
Bridal and Formalwear
128 E Lincoln Hwy
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 767-6558
[email protected]
[email protected]
250 E Lincoln Hwy,
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 754-7703
Premier Entertainment
Essentials by Victoria
Big Rock, IL
(630) 450-7106
[email protected]
1154 S. 4th St
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 762-5054
[email protected]
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Perfect Endings and another
beginning…
Thank you so much for joining us in this Bridal
Tour. We hope you enjoyed your day and found exciting
new ideas, classic styles, and comforting warm faces. At
the end of this voyage we look forward to the new
beginnings in your journey. If there is anything else we
can help you with, feel free to contact us.
Let us make your ordinary day
a sweet dream and your
dreams a sweet memory.