Category Archives: Design and Decor

Destination Italy – part II

Posted on October 15, 2009 by Amy Rubins

My travels to Italy were a resounding success having located three venues for the three events my destination couple is hosting next September, 2010.  We specifically looked for a restaurant for the first evening event which we call the "welcome … Continue reading →

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Ice Sculpture Centerpieces

Posted on July 29, 2009 by Amy Rubins

I'm always on the lookout for creative and stylish ways to personalize weddings, so when I picked up the July/August issue of Special Events Magazine I was instantly drawn to the idea of individual ice sculptures on guest tables.  Even … Continue reading →

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Sherwood Forest and VADA Photography

Posted on July 13, 2009 by Amy Rubins

My team from Fete Perfection and I were fortunate to be able to plan and coordinate another beautiful wedding at Sherwood Forest in Nisswa, MN.  Sherwood is the fine-dining restaurant owned by Grand View Lodge.  It's close to one hundred … Continue reading →

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Love, Love, Love…Linens!

Posted on July 7, 2009 by Amy Rubins

Other than traveling for destination weddings and networking events, my last three weeks have been spent selecting BEAUTIFUL linens from my favorite rental companies, Linen Effects and Aarcee Classic Events. Russ Mohr of Linen Effects and Allison Munsell of Aarcee … Continue reading →

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Calhoun Beach Club circa 2007

Posted on March 26, 2009 by Amy Rubins

As I was reviewing photos of weddings from 2007 I came across Nina and Randy's wedding and I immediately noticed this was Calhoun Beach Club prior to their extensive remodeling but after D'Amico Catering took over.  Nevertheless, these photos are … Continue reading →

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ISES Star Awards

Posted on March 21, 2009 by Amy Rubins

And the award goes to…Festivities for the Best Use of Floral for "A Vintage Wedding".  Joan and John's wedding last summer was an exciting yet challenging event to plan.  Fete Perfection was hired for full service planning, design and decor … Continue reading →

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Design and Decor Packages

Posted on March 2, 2009 by Amy Rubins

I had a blast creating four seasonal tablescapes for the Perfect Wedding Show which was held last week at International Market Square.  I themed each table Fall – Winter – Spring – Summer and from there designed every detail to … Continue reading →

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Amazing Fall Wedding

Posted on October 30, 2008 by Amy Rubins

I worked with Regina and Justin for close to 15 months.  Our first meeting was very memorable, for me at least…when I walked into Black Bear Crossing Regina was sitting at a table with the sweetest smile and Justin had … Continue reading →

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Southern Belle

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Amy Rubins

One of our most fun wedding couples this year was Holiday and Aly.  Holiday had a very clear vision for her wedding and that vision meant a Southern Wedding.  What represents southern more than Cedarhurst Mansion in Cottage Grove.  True … Continue reading →

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