Author Archives: Amy Rubins

Destination Wedding Save-the-Dates

I share studio space with my son, Bill Coombs of Twiddle & Bard, a graphic-designer-turned-custom-stationer-when-the-economy-tanked. I enjoy watching how he creates customized save-the-dates or entire suites of invitations for local and destination clients. Here’s two recent creations for a Colorado … Continue reading

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Calhoun Beach Club Weddings

I had the immense pleasure to work with EB & John for two years before their wedding. EB wanted to find her perfect venue and since many prime dates were already spoken for she was willing to be patient to … Continue reading

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Wedding Inspiration

Working with couples who do not live in the same city as me, pose a challenge when it comes to designing their wedding details. We cannot simply make an appointment to meet at my favorite linen and decor business to … Continue reading

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French-Inspired Wedding Picnic

I couldn’t help myself when I overheard a mother explaining her daughter and future son-in-law would like a French-inspired picnic as the overall theme for their wedding.  Here are a few of my initial ideas which didn’t take long to … Continue reading

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Planning a Destination Wedding?

I’ve helped plan and execute some gorgeous destination weddings and when other planners or brides ask how I do it, I reveal one little secret to my success.  I insist on conducting at least one scouting or planning trip to … Continue reading

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Idea’s for Destination Weddings

I know I’m not alone when I say I have a passion for food, in particular, seeking out fresh ingredients and crafting them into delectable meals. Pair great food with wine that enhances the flavors and finishes the pallet, I … Continue reading

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Wedding Flowers

Besides being lucky enough to work in the same studio as Melissa Stratton, owner of Sadie’s Couture Floral & Event Styling, I get to work with her as a trusted vendor.  Many of the couples I refer to Melissa book her … Continue reading

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Wedding Lighting

I’ve touted the advantages to specialty linens and why they set the tone and pallet for a memorable occasion, however I’ve been using a lot of specialty lighting lately and feel it too can create an atmosphere your guests will … Continue reading

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Wedding Planning Tips

I meet with couple’s weekly to discuss their wedding plans or their wedding dreams and while I love spending time and sharing my knowledge there are a few basic tips I share often so I thought why not share them … Continue reading

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Germany Destination Wedding

Last month I had the honor and privilege to plan a destination wedding in Germany for Kayleigh & Brian. They are an adorable couple from Minneapolis who very thoughtfully selected Cochem, Germany as the location for their wedding and I … Continue reading

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