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brown suitcase box   wood & moss   yipee pom pillow   green floral   nest   wooden box 

old book   wooden i do cups   felt bird pillow   dog bone   brown cup w/flowers   cross-stitch

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lanterns & flowers  barn branches  dessert table pomanders  mason jar flowers & candles  string lights & pink pomanders  pink peonies jars  hanging windows  yellow and white flowers  chandelier & flowers  pink and red flowers

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Invitations   wedding cake  guest book  mason jars  dessert  napkin                                                  wood sign  rustic cake  thumbprint balloons  bride and groom

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anenome bouquet  bw & red table  bw & red damask table  bw & green damask table
bw & green table  bw & pink polka dot table  bw & pink long table  bw stripes & pink
bw & yellow  white yellow & black

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My 5 simple elements to personalizing your wedding are:

1. Stationary -  You aren't limited to invitation books, anymore. There are many creative stationers online where you can create custom save-the-dates & invites that reflect you -- get creative.
2. Guest book - "Signing" the guest book has become an interactive and fun activity for your guests. Think about how you want to remember your guests and how that can be displayed after the wedding.
3. Escort card displays - Escort cards aren't just functional anymore. They are another opportunity to showcase your style. And, they can be dual-purpose, serving as the guest favor as well.
4. Table numbers - Designating your guests tables can be done creatively and as part of your decor. Think about hobbies, interests, occupations, places, childhood memories, etc. for inspiration.
5. Food & Beverage - Drink stirrers/flags, signature drinks (doesn't have to be alcoholic) and dessert buffets/stations are all great ways to make your mark.

The most important thing to remember when personalizing your wedding is to make sure it truly reflects you and not just a trend.  Your guests should leave the reception thinking how 'you' that party was.

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puzzle 'guest book'  ice cream bar toppings  cake pop escort card  drink 'escort cards'

surfboard guest book  stationary  postcard display  comic table names

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gates & pink
yellow
garden
candles
pink rose
lanterns
vine pomader
branches
wildflowers
mason jar
ribbon flower
ribbon

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moss ring pillow
chair decor
heart tree display
cranberry centerpiece
lavender place setting
log centerpieces
cinnamon votive
gourds
wood sign
monogram wreath
apple candles

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turquoise jars
red bottles/jars
purple vases
milk & colored vases
milk glass vases
milk & pink glass
blue & milk glass
multi-color vases
milk glass with hydrangea
pink glass with roses

Crosskeys VineyardsHalf of my clients do not live in the area -- some come from DC or NOVA, others come from surrounding states.  Some clients choose to have their wedding here because they grew up in the area.  Some because it's a great in-between location for their families and others just love the area.  No matter the reason and without being intentional -- The Shenandoah Valley has become a 'local' destination wedding location.

Extending 200 miles from Roanoke, Virginia to Martinsburg, West Virginia, The Shenandoah Valley offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the country.  Mountain views, rolling countryside and charming towns provide the perfect backdrop for any wedding. I know that I'm biased but here are a few facts  that show just why it's such a wonderful wedding destination!

• A multitude of beautiful venues: Vineyards, Historic Sites, Museums, Caverns, Inns & BB, Parks & Gardens, Resorts & Clubs & Equestrian venues
• Location: Easily accessed via I-81 & I-66
• Proximity to: DC, NOVA, MD, PA, TN, WV
• Significant Savings on Wedding Costs -- On average, couples that wed in Winchester, VA spend between $19,459 and $32,431 compared to Reston couples who spend between $25,779 and $42,965 (according to www.costofwedding.com)

And, you don't have to worry about finding great wedding professionals for all of your Shenandoah wedding needs.  You'll find professional vendors of all types that know the area and venues and can provide the exceptional service you deserve.  Below are a few resources to help you find more information about the Shenandoah Valley.

Shenandoah Valley Resources:

http://www.virginia.org/Regions/ShenandoahValley/

http://www.visitshenandoah.org

http://www.shenandoahweddings.us

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