Chatfield Botanic Gardens Wedding | Kara and John's Chatfield Botanic Gardens Wedding

Venue: Chatfield Botanic Gardens

Wedding Coordinator: Kelli Noel Weddings

Dress: Kate May (AMAZING! I got to meet her at her trunk show in Denver at A&Be and she was wonderful!)

Food: Georgia Boys BBQ

Bar: Peak Beverage

Music: A Plus Music

Bridesmaids Dresses: Allure Bridal

Groomsmen: Various locations, style picked by groom

Florist: Pretty Petals (She was absolutely amazing! She was able to create exactly what I envisioned!)

How did you two meet? John and I met on the school bus in 6th grade. We lived two blocks away from each other and were best friends all the way up to highschool. I went to college and grad school and John enlisted into the Marines. We never lost contact and remained good friends. We met up afterwards and the rest is history!

What was your favorite memory from your wedding day? Our wedding was, hands down, the most memorable experience in our lives! Being surrounded by all of our friends and family, we felt so much love! One of the moments that stands out to us was durring our first looks. I know John and I were full of nerves that whole day, but once we set eye on each other all the nervous feelings disappeared and we could focus on each other and all the love we felt from everyone who came to celebrate with us!

Do you have any advice for future couples? Just remember that your wedding day goes by so fast, make sure you stop and take in all of the little nuances along with all of the big exciting moments. You will want to remember every aspect of your day. Take the time to remember your long journey to this point and cherish every second. You will keep those memories for a lifetime!

Where did you go on your honeymoon? What activities did you do there? For our honeymoon, John and I went to Ireland. We bravely rented a car and made our way around the entire island! I was breathtaking! Some of our favorites  were where we could get back to nature, hiking, horseback riding, boating. We loved the food, the people and the culture!

A Barn Raising Celebration | Ribbon Cutting of The Barn at Raccoon Creek

In September of 2014 Jordy Construction broke ground on an 8 month renovation project of The Historic Barn at Raccoon Creek located in Littleton, Colorado.  This turn-of-the-century barn located on the grounds of the Raccoon Creek Golf Course is now one of Colorado's premiere wedding venues complete with a beautiful outdoor ceremony space, elegant bridal cottage, and rustic reception space to accommodate up to 200 guests.  Wednesday June 3rd,  was the official 'Barn Raising Celebration' and ribbon cutting where a team of Colorado's top wedding vendors led by A Touch of Bliss  collaborated to showcase all this new venue has to offer.  This included multiple florists with gorgeous floral arrangements designed to accompany any couple's wedding vision, from whimsical and romantic to modern and elegant. To book your next wedding or event at The Barn at Raccoon Creek contact Isa at isegismundo@raccooncreek.com.

Below is a list of the vendors involved in the event:

Event Coordinator: A Touch of Bliss  Ceremony and Reception: The Barn at Raccoon Creek Sales Director at The Barn at Raccoon Creek: Abby Nurre Ceremony/Bridal Cottage Floral: Flowers Forever Inside Design/Decor/Uplighting: Artistry Events and Design Outside Tent: Under the Sky Outside Tent Design/Decor: Eclectic Hive Country Vignette Florals: Crystal in the Garden Modern Vignette Florals: Hawk Flowers Quirky Vignette Florals: Swank Stems Romantic Vignette Florals: A Design Resource Catering/Sweets: The Bundt Shoppe & Happy Cakes Linens: Linen Hero Tables and Chairs: Colorado Party Rentals Ribbon Cutting Materials: Butler Rents Styled Shoot Makeup: Kim J Beauty Photobooth and DJ: Jammin DJ's Photography by Drake Busch Photography and Katie Van Buren Renovation Architect: LIVstudio Contractor: Jordy Construction

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More photos from the complete renovation project.More photos from the Barn Raising Celebration on June 3rd.

Fall Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Wedding | Katira and Grady's Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Wedding

Venue: Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort

Catering: Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort

Florist: Jenna Rice (the Best Man's wife!)

Cakes: Katira :)

DJ: Celebrity DJ (AJ Carlisle, Colorado Springs)

Dress and Veil: Allure Bridal - Something New Boutique, Colorado Springs 

Shoes: Modcloth

Jewelry:

Necklace - Katira's Mom's (something borrowed),

Earrings - Etsy (Love Shine Bridal),

Wedding bands - Etsy (Katira's - Temsah Jewelers; Grady's - custom, The Ring Forge),

Engagement Ring - designed by the groom with a Colorado Springs jeweler (Tri-Gem Jewelers)

Bride's Hair and Makeup: Hillory Davis (Maid of Honor)

Bridesmaids' Dresses: Watters, through Weddington Way

Groom: Suit - ASOS,

Vest: custom, Etsy,

Shoes:  Ecco golf shoes! These are actual golf shoes that Grady wears on the golf course now.

Photography: Drake Busch Photography (Drake and Haley)

How did you meet each other?

We met as biology lab partners in high school, and rekindled a friendship when we took a bunch of Spanish classes together in college, but we didn't start dating until we were both out of college and living and teaching in Colorado Springs.

What was your favorite memory from your wedding day?

We didn't do a first look, so seeing each other for the first time at the altar was a wonderful and emotional moment.

Do you have any advice for future couples?

Remember that this day is about making a lifelong commitment to each other, and even if something "goes wrong" or doesn't work out as you planned, it won't be a big deal on the day. You will be so happy and so excited that you probably won't care about that one little detail. Enjoy the day, and try to take it all in. And make sure you put someone responsible in charge of keeping track of all the groomsmen's clothes so you aren't searching for pants 20 minutes before the ceremony.

Where did you go on your honeymoon?  What activities did you do?

We began our honeymoon in Newport, Rhode Island at the Castle Hill Inn for a couple nights, and then visited Plymouth, Concord, Boston, and Salem, Massachusetts. We relaxed, rode bikes along the cliffside, golfed twice, enjoyed local 'chowda,' lobster, and other treats at great local restaurants, enjoyed a harbor cruise in Salem, visited Orchard House, Walden Pond, and Author's Row, and had a wonderful time. We loved having a non-traditional honeymoon, and we think that a New England honeymoon in the fall was just delightful. The weather was perfectly cool, so we could enjoy spending time in a cozy hotel room with the fire burning in the fireplace, and it was pleasant to walk around town to see the sights.

Timber Ridge Mountain Top Wedding | Keystone Colorado Wedding | Portia and Hootie's Timber Ridge Wedding

Venue - Timber Ridge.  Keystone Resort Colorado

Wedding Coordinator- Revel and Bloom - Kirsten Johnson (She was Amazing!)

Florist - we did the arranging ourselves.  We had help buying the flowers wholesale from exquisite arrangements- he was great,very helpful.

Cake - Chef Ned at Keystone (great!)

DJ - Yan Volodarsky from Elite DJ

Dress - Felice Bridal Designer - Ramona Keveza

Jewelry - Betteridge in Vail

Shoes -  Badgley & Mishka, White - Toms

Photographer - Drake Busch Photography (Drake & Ashley)

Day after Reception - Keystone Stables

How did you meet each other?

We met working together at Leo Burnett in Chicago

What was the best memory of your wedding day?

 Spending time with our family and friends in an amazing location and having a really personal experience with have so many family and friends involved in the weekend from the music to the ceremony and reception. It was an amazing weekend!!

What would be some advice you would give to future couples as they plan their wedding day?

 Take it all in, it goes really fast. Just remember to enjoy it. And we really enjoyed the event the next day allowed us to spend more time with everyone.

Where did you go on your honeymoon? 

We are on our honeymoon right now! Typing this email from the Cook Islands.  We are visiting Raratonga and Aitutaki while we are here. It is amazing so far!! We have stayed at Pacific Resort in both locations and would highly recommend it.

AA Barn Wedding in Grand Lake | Mary and Marshall's AA Barn Wedding

Church Venue: St Anne's Catholic Church, Grand Lake, CO

Reception Venue: Double A Barn, Grand Lake, CO

Venue Coordinator: Bride, family and friends

Tent/Chairs/Tables: Colorado Tents and Events

Florist: Friend of the Bride, Kristen Pearce, KP Floral

Cake: Sister-in-law, Gina Fisher

Band: Strange Americans

DJ: Murry Mercier 

Decorations: done by the bride

Wedding Invitations: done by the bride

Save the Date: Mixbook

Dress: Amanda's Bridal, Arvada CO (designer Maggie Sottero)

Veil: something borrowed

Shoes: cowboy boots 

Earrings: Etsy

Bracelet: Bride's mother

Hair and Make up: Scarlet Salon, Denver CO

Groom's Suit: Macy's (designer Alfani)

Photography: Drake Busch Photography (Drake & Ashley)

 How did you meet each other?

We initially met at a mutual friend's birthday party.  A week and a half later we ran into each other again and went on our first date three days later.

What was the best memory of your wedding day?

When Bruno Mars' "I Think I Wanna Marry You" song came on. Everyone crowded around us as we danced. It was such a fun and neat moment that we will never forget!

What would be some advice you would give to future couples as they plan their wedding day?

Try to look at the big picture. The most important part is that you and your fiance are getting married and that's all that matters. Yes, you want everyone to have a good time and to make it your own, but don't sweat the small stuff.

Where did you go on your honeymoon?  Where did you stay and what were a couple activities you enjoyed.  Would you recommend to other couples?  

Panama. We stayed in Panama City for two days at the Hotel Bristol. The hotel experience was amazing. We saw the Panama Canal and walked around Casco Viejo, which is their 'old town'. We went to the beach for the rest of the time and stayed at RIU Playa Blanca. It was a beautiful location and nice hotel. I would definitely recommend vacationing in Panama. The people are so friendly, the country is amazing and the climate and landscape are beautiful.

Historic Pinecrest in Monument Wedding|Liz and Caleb's Pinecrest Wedding

• Venue: Historic Pinecrest in Monument, Colorado
• Wedding Planner: Knot Just Another Wedding in Denver
• Florist: Swank Stems in Littleton….floral wrap was a piece of mother's wedding dress
• Cakes: Whole Foods
• DJ: Pinecrest DJ
• ShoesDress: Allure Bridal
  • Liz: Badgley Mischka
  • Caleb: Cole Haan
• Bridesmaid Dresses: Nordstrom Bridal Suite
• Suits: Joesph A. Banks
• Jewelry: Bracelet-Something borrowed (from recently married friend & wife of our officiant); earrings Etsy-Glamorous Bijoux
• Rings:Bridal Hair: Luna Hair Studio & Spa in Monument
  • Liz: Rose gold with Morganite & diamonds
  • Caleb: Titanium
• Make-Up: MAC
• Flower Girl Dresses: Etsy-DaintyDaisyNJ
• Here Comes the Love of Your Life Sign: Etsy-Expressionsl Wall Art
• Cake Toppers: Banner-Etsy ReadyGo; Love Birts-Etsy Blossom Hill
• Additional Decor by Bride

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How did you meet each other?

Watching NFL football playoffs with mutual friends on a Saturday evening. Totally unplanned but we hit it off and the rest is history.

What was the best memory of your wedding day?

Aside from our vows it was sitting on stage together eating dinner. We looked around us at all of the people that we loved and that had played such important parts in our lives over the years and both felt so blessed!

What would be some advice you would give to future couples as they plan their wedding day?

Plan ahead and ask for help. As fun as it is to do things yourself and look at all of your options, the wedding date comes quickly and you WILL need to rely on friends and family to help you. You’ll enjoy the process so much more if you don’t try to do it all yourselves. Above all, cherish the process as it is a special time of celebration.

Where did you go on your honeymoon?

We went on a mini-moon to San Fran and Napa. In San Fran we stayed in an awesome AirBnB in Pac Heights and did a lot of site seeing (totally recommend the AirBnB process). We wandered around the city and tried lots of great food. We also biked the Golden Gate to Sausalito  & visited Alcatraz. In Napa we stayed at the Historic Napa River Inn, biked through wine country and relaxed. We would HIGHLY recommend all of it.

We plan to go to Central Europe next spring as our main honeymoon.

Devils Thumb Wedding Photographer | Carlie and Ryan's Colorado Mountain Wedding

Venue: Devil’s Thumb Ranch

Venue Coordinator: Lindsay Johnson

Florist: Plum Sage Flowers

Food/Cake: Devil’s Thumb Ranch

Band: The Whitfields

Groom Suit: Suit Supply

Groomsmen Suit: Egara

Bride Dress: LianCarlo

Bridesmaids Dresses: BHLDN

Wedding Planner: A Touch of Bliss, Brittany Cooney

Lighting: AXS Productions

Photography: Drake Busch & Ashley Busch

Best memory of the wedding day:

First dance, which is surprising because both of us are horrible dancers!

 

What would be some advice you would give to future couples as they plan their wedding day:

Don’t stress and just have fun. You’re planning a party! Planning a wedding is only as stressful as you choose to make it. Oh, and hire Drake Busch Photography.

Where did you go on your honeymoon:

We traveled to St. Lucia in the West Indies and stayed at Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort. We spent a lot of time sampling the whole cocktail menu while relaxing at the pool and beach but also took time to visit the spa, visit the volcano, receive a mud bath in the sulphur springs, play tennis, and stand up paddle board. One of the best resorts I have ever been too. I’d recommend it to anyone. No travel planner for the trip - we did it ourselves and it was awesome.

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Lower Lake Ranch Wedding | Colorado Mountain Wedding Photographer | Megan and Jason's Lower Lake Ranch Wedding

Venue: Lower Lake Ranch Dress: Amanda's Bridal

Shoes: Nina

Cake: The Makery

Horse and Carriage : Kodiak Ranch Colorado

DJ: ABC Music

Location: Lower Lake Ranch

Chatfield Botanic Gardens Wedding Photographer | Denver Wedding Photographer | Melany and Blake's Chatfield Botanic Gardens Wedding Album