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Get ready for a big dose of pretty.  This is part two in the “bloom of the week” series with Flowers by Janie.  Today Janelle tells us about Monkshood and Gladiolus, unique additions to summer bridal bouquets. Monkshood (also called “Aconitum”) is a tall line flower most commonly seen in a blue/purple color. It is a popular […]

Summer bridal bouquets

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Smoke or no smoke, Tunnel Mountain Reservoir was spectacular for Elizabeth and Ron’s Banff vows on Friday.  After they said “I do”, we went traipsing through the woods to find the perfect locations and here’s the sneak peek from our adventures.  Congratulations Elizabeth and Ron!    Here’s another Banff wedding held at the Fairmont Banff Springs a […]

Tunnel Mountain Reservoir Wedding

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Unless you’ve been living under a rock, I’m sure you’ve heard the buzz about Charbar.  Located in Calgary’s East Village, it is the perfect combination of Alberta charm and delicious cuisine.  This Simmons Factory wedding venue has joined a distinguished list of wedding locales in Calgary. I met with their staff to learn about this […]

Simmons Factory wedding venue

Unique wedding venues in Calgary captured by Tara Whittaker Photography

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Colour is my day-long obsession, joy and torment. Claude Monet My name is Tara and I’m a colour junkie.  Lately I’ve been so inspired by the vibrant hues I see on my favourite design blogs.  I came to Kari at Knot Planning with the goal of bringing colourful wedding ideas (and a hint of sophistication) to a Calgary […]

Colourful wedding ideas

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Remember this pretty wedding bouquet?  Today Janelle from Flowers by Janie is going to break it down and tell us all about a few of the blooms that make it so unique, Blushing Bride and Echinops.  Brides planning a summer wedding, pay attention! Blushing Bride…could there be a more perfect bridal flower (besides the peony)? The name […]

Wedding bouquets for summer

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I know there were many anxious moments on Friday as the rain was pouring down but on Saturday morning, the sun came out and Sadie and Victor tied the knot in a beautiful outdoor ceremony at Blue Devil Golf Club.  Here’s their sneak peek…     Here’s another outdoor ceremony, held at an Okotoks ranch, […]

Blue Devil Golf Club wedding

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