Happy St. Patty's Day!

Going "green" has so many applications these days. So I thought I would share with you a more literal example from one of my all time favorite couples, Alissa and George. I had the pleasure of providing design assistance on this Black, White & Green wedding along with producing all of the floral design.

There are so many amazing details from this wedding, which I will have to come back and post at a later time. For now, here are a few cool, green details to get you in the holiday spirit.

We LOVE saving you money!!!

Alexia's Bridal Boutique will be hosting a Carmela Sutera Trunk Show from March 26th through March 28th featuring the Fall 2009 collection.

Bride's referred by Kate Foster Productions will receive a complimentary ensemble of Vera Wang Stationary from Alexia's Bridal Boutique. Be sure to use the referral code: Kate Foster Productions when scheduling your appointment during the Carmela Sutera Trunk Show.

Carmela Sutera's gowns range in style and silhouette from light chiffon dresses for a destination wedding, to lace gowns for a garden event, to Duchess satin styles perfect for an evening soiree.

Spaces are limited, so please call today to schedule your appointment.919.481.6633

Gifts I Love...

I'm always being asked by friends and clients for great gift ideas, either for bridal attendants' gifts, wedding presents or parent's gifts. So I've decided to start a series on Gifts I Love to share with you all some great, cost-effective gift ideas you can use too!

This week- The Bridesmaid Gift/Wedding Gift

Check out this incredible special on Fabric Gift Bags. A fabric bag is always a functional, yet appreciated gift to give your girls. This gift set comes in two sets of assorted colors, including Primary (yellow, green, red and blue) and Pastel (light blue, pink, lime green, and lavender). The most amazing part is you get 32 Fabric Bags for only $7.95!!!!! That's .25 a piece....seriously!

For such a great price, you can afford to have these monogrammed for each girl and still have a beautiful, custom gift for less then $20! And you'll be sure to have multiple bags left over to use for future gift giving opportunities.

You simply can't beat this deal but hurry, it won't last long.

Yummy Part of The Biz....

I'm am VERY excited to be participating in a food tasting for Rocky Top Hospitality on Monday, February 23rd. Rocky Top Catering is a division of Rocky Top Hospitality, the culinary minds behind Twisted Fork, Micheal Dean's, Red Room, Bogarts, Hive-Five and 1705 Prime!

We are extremely blessed to be the preferred wedding planner and floral designer for both their on-site and off site catering events. Monday, Rocky Top will be hosting a private tasting for approximately 60 brides who will be having their wedding with Rocky Top and Catering Director, Kathy White, has asked me to design some spring-inspired centerpieces for their table decor.

Linens will be provided by Classic Party Rentals, who have pre-selected a vibrant color palette of fuscia, mango and yellow. Drawing inspiration from the linens, I designed two separate centerpieces to complement the decor.

I'll post images on Monday to show-off our vibrant designs!

Have a great weekend!

A little about Rocky Top....
Rocky Top Catering, is committed to making your next function a memorable experience that is literally something to talk about. Our goal is perfection, one plate at a time. Whether you entertain in one of our unique restaurants or off-premise in a location of your choice, you will receive the same outstanding attention to detail and incomparable food and presentation that have won us loyal customers and rave reviews since we opened Michael Dean’s in 1998. We won’t settle for the ordinary, and neither should you.

Voted Best Caterer in the Triangle for 2006 - CitySearch.comVoted Best Caterer - National Association of Catering Executives (NACE)

Reem Acra Trunk Show

My good friends Alexia and Micheal Joyce of Alexia's Bridal Boutique in Cary, NC are hosting a Reem Acra trunk show February 19th through the 21st.

A trunk show is when a designer send their newest collection of gowns, not yet avialable in most stores. Fantastic incentives will be offered with the purchase of any special order gown during the event.

A Reem Acra representative will be on site to offer style and fit expertise.

Call today to schedule your appointment at Alexia's Bridal Boutique.

919.481.6633

Only Tuesday?!?!?!

I honestly can not believe it's only Tuesday. We have been busy bees around KFP this week. I've gotten to meet with my friends at F8 Photo Studios, Neil Boyd Photography and booked a new wedding with Michelle Robinson Photography just today!

I've also been working on wedding design for two gorgeous weddings this fall. This week Rachel and I designed two custom invitations with unique monograms, handmade envelops and one covered in fabric to incorporate textural elements.

We also had a gorgeous cake designed by Gregory Bingham of The Art of Cake. I wish I could give you previews of how amazing this cake is going to be, but I don't want to spoil the surprise!

I'm also working on a fabric design to drape an entire ballroom in fabric, complete with LED lighting that will change colors throughout the evening!

Meanwhile, my floral designer, Demitris is on a trip checking out a new flower grower we have found. Our initial research has shown that they carry the most incredible flowers that are quite superb in quality and size! I am hopeful that he will report back with another great resource for our clients!

Lastly, we are having some really beautiful new marketing pieces printed this week, which features some images from two phenomenal weddings from last year, both were shot by our friend Christoble of Azul Photography. Check these out:

Well I'm off to meet a group of photographers and catch up on what's new and hot in the photography industry. Just another way we are continually working for our clients. So, as you can see, it's been a busy week already. Just imagine what we can accomplish by Friday!

Until then.....

A Little Piece of History

This week I visited with my friends over at All Saints Chapel in downtown Raleigh. All Saints Chapel meets a very big need in Raleigh, by providing a spiritual environment to host a wedding ceremony, without the membership commitments that almost all Raleigh churches require.

Built in 1875, All Saints Chapel has been an integral part of Raleigh's downtown charm for over a century. It's details have been perfectly restored for an intimate wedding and reception. I personally love the architectural elements of the arched windows and stained glass backdrop of the handsomely appointed sanctuary. The rich wood beams create an elegance that is warm and inviting. The perfect location for a candle light ceremony!

It was a pleasure to meet with several brides who were taking advantage of the weekly open house, which takes place every Tuesday from 4:30pm-6:30pm. So be sure to stop by and visit the ladies at All Saints. You will not be disappointed!