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A Dog in a Tuxedo

If your favorite pooch is going to be your ring bearer at your wedding or a special guest at your gala, here are some items you should have in your emergency kit in time of a crisis or (ahem) mishap.

What to Include in Your Emergency Kit for Pets

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Bride and Groom on Cell Phone

Some wedding and event venues have very little access to cell coverage or Wi-Fi. So, here are some communication supplies for your emergency kit.

Communication Tools to Include in Your Emergency Kit

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Taper candles give a dinner party a moody vibe that’s both sexy and romantic. Here are some tips to help you keep your tapers both drip free and upright.

Quick Solutions for Your Taper Candle Challenges

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As you plan your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, here are some guidelines for the length of time you can keep cooked meats in the fridge.

How Long Can I Keep Cooked Meat in the Fridge?

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If you find yourself wondering about the size of the event space or the number of tables needed to accommodate your wedding guest count, check out the measurement tips below. And, for more details regarding these measurements, head to the Enlightened Creative boutique for the “Perfect Fit” guidebook. How Large Does the Ballroom Need to […]

The Ultimate Wedding Planner’s Guide to Reception Measurements

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When planning your wedding design, “guestimates” can result in table linen that’s too short or an overcrowded ballroom. Still trying to figure out what I mean? Think about how bad it looks when celebrities are “shimmying” between the banquet tables at the Golden Globes. (That ballroom is painfully too small for that event!) Here are five […]

5 Wedding Planning Measurement Tools Worth Having

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Howerton+Wooten Events team members LaShonda Lee and Marlo Smith designed an outdoor photo shoot that is both elegant and swoon worthy.

Powder Blue and Gold Wedding or Event Inspiration

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Christmas season is upon us!  Let’s break out the tree and celebrate with a cocktail.  Our entire team loves a good cosmo, so we loved finding this winter white twist on Pinterest.  It gives this classic drink a seasonal look and feel. Enjoy! Ingredients for the Beverage — Two (2) ounces of Vodka (I have a […]

A Winter White Cosmo Cocktail

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Are you planning to host a dinner party soon? Here are some twelve (12) easy tips to help you make the dinner experience special.

12 Special Touches That Will Improve Your Dinner Party Experience

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