Sedona Bridal Fair 2014 gets a fresh look!

Sedona Bridal Fair is only a few months away and we are thrilled to be on the committee to assist in the planning stages and creation of this wonderful Annual Bridal event with top-notch vendors. I had the honor and privilege of creating the fresh new look for Sedona Bridal Fair 2014 Bridal Shoot. It was a perfectly beautiful August day. Sunny, warm and just as Mother nature would like it, a few clouds with beautiful thunder came in to cool us off a touch. It worked out nicely since we had been working hard outside and the models were in and out of the gowns..."look this way...wait let me fix your hair...wait, let me put a touch of lipstick on you...here, you need water"...I'm pretty sure you get the idea-if not, I'm starting to get a little concerned ;0) Allow me to share with you, I got to work with a talented team of wedding professionals serving the Sedona area Credits: Photographer-Tangled Lilac Photography Location-Jill with Poco Diablo Rentals-Krysta with Verve Events and Tents Cake-Donna, Sedona Sweet Arts Flowers-Amy, Bliss Extraordinary Florals Make-Up Bella Pierre at Hair Station 105 Hair-Monique, StarStruck Hair & Make-up ARTistry Models: Allie Elliott and Rebecca Kraxberger Bridal Gowns-Shari, Elegant Brides, Prescott Valley Bridesmaid Gown-Dillard's, Prescott Gateway Mall Set, Design, Colors, Jewelry-StarStruck! Event Planning Enjoy!

In brief...what we have been up to

Unbelievable! Thanksgiving is just around the corner and I haven't even thought about what we'll be having for our lunch/dinner...I've just been a "tinsy" bit busy. What have I been busy with you might ask. Weddings, Sedona Bridal Fair Photo Shoot, and Corporate Promotional Events. Oh how the world of events in our life have been exciting and spooky fabulous! This is similar to a design we did for a fall wedding theme, and we hand-crafted table numbers. If you are interested in more information on how you can rent or purchase these, please contact us at wowevents@starstruck-events.com

Weddings!

We have done a couple weddings during the month of June that have both turned out beautifully! First we had Matt and Jamie's wedding in Sedona. Their ceremony was on top of a mountain overlooking Sedona and its beautiful red rocks! Their reception was then at the Poco Diablo Resort where they had dancing and partying for hours on end! Here is a picture of the rehearsal the day before.

Next, we had Gina and Joe's wedding at the Tis Art Gallery in Downtown Prescott. It was a small wedding that turned out looking very simple but elegant. Here are a few pictures from their reception location.

Daddio On the Patio Car Show

Happy Fathers Day! On June 16, which happened to be Fathers Day, we put on a car show with Prescott Gateway Mall for all the Fathers and car lovers out there. It was a great success and we raised money for Prescott Gateway Music & Art Fund! We had cars cars registered that came from all around Arizona and even some from California. We had live music from Sky Daddy and the Pop Rocks and raffle prizes from Macayos, Dillards, Big O Tires, Oil Can Henrys, Games People Play and Holt Holistic Healing. Our sponsors were Celtic Crossings, Things Remembered, Games People Play, Dillards, Macayos and Blush 2127. We even had face painting for the kids and voting and prizes for the car owners! Prescott Gateway Mall was full of excitement and enthusiasm that day and it turned out to be a great time for all!

Best in the West Fashion Show

A couple weekends ago, on June 15, we had our "Best in the West Fashion Show" out at Prescott Gateway Mall. It was all for getting Prescott excited for the Rodeo coming up next week. We had fashions from Maurices, Bon Worth, Buckle, Rue 21, Chicos, Christopher and Banks, Allie Ollie and Dillards. We also had some incredible dance performances from The Dance Studio, the CASA Belles and Texas Roadhouse. If that's not enough, we even had the 2013 Frontier Days Rodeo Royalty make an appearance. Then, to top off the event, we had some line dancing instruction and got some of the models and audience members to do the "Hoedown Throwdown." All in all, it was a great show with some awesome dancers, enthusiastic models and an excited audience.

Mothers Day Tea Party

We had an awesome Mother's Day Tea Party out at the Prescott Gateway Mall back in May. We had delicious bakery desserts from Wildflower Bread Company and cucumber tea sandwiches from Prescott Coffee Co. As guests arrived, we had a dress up box/table for them to look through to help them get into the tea party spirit. To start off the event, we had some tea etiquette instruction and demonstration. Then to end the event, we had an awesome dance performance from Summer's Dance Works. It was a great success with mothers, grandmothers and children from all different ages. We have added tea parties to our list of services and are excited to get started on it. Contact us for more info on our tea parties!

Small Biz Motivators "glimpse" of our solid group of professional Businesses

These are some of photos of our Sponsors, the last two photos are by astorybookmoment.com. Jewelery Sales and Parties-donnachamblee@yahoo.com. Radio advertising-Arizona Hometown Radio Group. Insurance-State Farm Eric Strobel.

Elite Circle Member Selected by Phoenix Bride & Groom :)

News Flash-StarStruck! Event Planning, LLC has been selected as an Elite Circle Member by Phoenix Bride & Groom Magazine! We are honored, humbled and thrilled to be a part of this fine group of wedding/event professionals.

Since September...

Wow, I have delayed blogging for way to long. A lot has happened since September! October we had some events in the works, took time to be with family, celebrated our wedding (a month later) and enjoyed coordinating someone else's special day. Stay tuned for photos

Fall into family events!

A busy week full of fall happenings in our lovely community. We hosted an intimate Breast Cancer Fundraiser last night with Prescott Lakes Nutriton, Cookie Lee Jewelry, For Wellness, and WildTree. We had attendees dress up in their favorite Breast cancer awareness outfit. We had men dress in their pink dress shirts, ladies came in different shades of pink and we even had a lady who came in her pink and black breast cancer awarenss outfit adorned with pink ribbon and breast cancer awareness quote on her tshirt. Needless to say, she was our winner! She went home with a beautiful pink floral arrangement donated by Allan's Flowers, energy/hydrate tablets donated by goherbalife.com/forwellness, protein bar donated by goherbalife.com/forwellness and two tickets to Babies to Boomers Expo on October 27, 2012! At the breast cancer fundraiser, attendees had the opportunity to try nutrition samples, beverages, ask questions about healthy skin and nutrition products from Prescott Lakes Nutriton, WildTree, and For Wellness. For some added beauty, we had Donna Chamblee with Cookie Lee on hand, featuring breast cancer awareness bling. You can get your breast cancer awareness pin, necklace or charms from www.cookielee.biz/donnachamblee.

Tomorrow at 10:00am we kick off the final 2012 My Healthy Life Fair 2012 season hosted by and located at Prescott Lakes Nutrition 1963 Commerce Center Circle Prescott, AZ. 86301 We have vendors presenting Pilates, Kids Food Allergies, Family Nutrition, Chiropractic Needs and basics, Stroke Prevention, Kids projects, prizes and more! Friendly dogs on leash are welcome. www.myhealthylifefair.com

whispers of fall

Fall is just around the corner! As I work on Babies to Boomers EXPO, oranizing vendors, gathering Marketing material, I hear a wisp, not once, not even twice, it's consistent so I look out my large Windows and notice the beautiful ponderosa pines are wisping in the wind. This is a hint for me to pull those tights,sweater dress, boots and hats out! I am so excited...my favorite time of year! So many great things to do with your family make sure you take the time to enjoy these exciting family events . My healthy life fair Saturday Sept., 29th kids and families wellness event- free to the public! Visit WWW.myhealthylifefair.com. . Fall time family event, Babies to Boomers EXPO Free tickets only available until Sept. 27th at . Babies to Boomers EXPO is on October 27th featuring fashions for kids and adults. You will see fashions from Palace Kids and Classy n Sassy! The event also features over two dozen vendors for all age groups, educational workshops , mini baby shower and much more! Benefiting Akita Rescue, pet rescue. Free festive tote bags to the first 50 registered and two raffle tickets to enter in our Grand Prize or use them for the raffle...all proceeds benefit the Akita Rescue and we thank you

Ok, wow is it really almost the 4th of July? It sure is and we've got so much happening around town and I'm so excited to tell you all about so you can enjoy the festivities too! Before I do so, I thought I would share with you where we have been and what we've been up to. January, we kicked off with a wonderful Bridal event, then we were off to to Flagstaff for another Bridal event, had such a great time and met wonderful bride-to-be's! Wedding season kicked off with a beautiful wedding in March at the Historic Hassayampa Inn. April through June has kept us quite busy and we are so thankful. Weddings at lovely locations, ranging from Prestigious Golf Country Club's, stunning historic venue's, gallery's and simple ranch's and vineyards.

(creating atmosphere in wide open spaces and loving it!) If you're someone who enjoy's outdoors's, Prescott is a perfect location to hold your special occasion. Contact us today to learn more (928) 445-0012 So what does Prescott and StarStruck! have in common in July? Hint: Red, White and Blue. Did you guess? That's right we celebrate the 4th of July with pride! Prescott has the World's Oldest Rodeo, and fireworks gallore on the 4th of July. StarStruck! will be celebrating with a BBQ, wearing our red, white and blue...and yes of course-cowgirl and cowboy hats! On July 8th join us at Juniper Well Ranch for Red, Wine and Blugrass Fest! You won't be dissapointed! Bluegrass band, Just 4 Mama is your true bluegrass family style band. We'll have BBQ catering, and more festivities for you to enjoy as we celebrate the Military Men & Women of our Past, Present and Future! $20 includes, Live Entertainment, Parking and Wine Tasting, & $10 for kids.

Bridal and Celebration Show; Simplify, Save & Celebrate!

Ring in 2012 with Bridal & Celebrations Show!

Congratulations to all engaged couples and to those who will be celebrating a special time in their life! What an exciting time this is for you and for us to bring you various vendors for all special event and wedding needs.
Join us on Sunday January 22, 2012 at Wyndham Garden Hotel 4499 E. State Rte 69, Prescott AZ 86301

Discounts, prizes, fashion, cake catwalk, Grand Prize valued at $3,000.00
Early Bird On-line Registration closes on January 7, 2012...don't miss the SALE: hurry and get your tickets today!
www.bridalandcelebrationsshow.comor
http://bridalandcelebrationshow.eventbrite.com

From Spring to Summer

End Result:

A little dirt, uneven surfaces and our bride saying, "we're just going to do balloons for centerpieces"...not our "StarBride",(our StarBrides are special so we keep their style and personality in mind and not to mention budget)...keeping simplicity but with stylish and fresh ideas for their private venue was key for 108 degree weather...another challenge we were up for and defeated just to the bride and groom style.

Destination Wedding-"Home comfort style" Juniper Well Ranch

Destination "Home Away from Home" Juniper Well Ranch. Looking for somewhere that takes you back to that feeling of Southwest charm, rustic comfort with granny, Gone with the Wind or just simplicity with a touch of class...look no further than Juiper Well Ranch, just 30 minutes or so from Prescott
One of our top picks for Southwest Destination Weddings...and a favorite for us to coordinate and decorate the ranch for weddings and events! The owners Linda and Dave create an atmosphere of relaxation and "no worries"...fantastic people!check out more photos of Juniper Well Ranch at www.starstruck-events.com

Sedona Venue Creekside Inn B & B

Looking for charm, elegance and peacfulness in Sedona....? I could have rolled in the perfectly cut green grass if I wasn't the coordinator for the wedding! So soft and the perfect shade of green, and then you walk down to this beautiful area (where the bride and groom decided they wanted to have their ceremony located) and it's so perfectly picturesque...more green grass to lay on and listen to the beautiful creek as you look up at the tall trees of wisdom whispering wishes for happiness and love. Honestly, the wedding of Ryan and Melinda was an absolute pleasure for us to coordinate and we are so thankful to them and their families for allowing us to share their special day at such a beautiful location in Sedona, AZ : )
Shout out to....
Creekside Inn B & B

Sedona Venue Red Agave Resort

Looking for a beautiful venue in Sedona? I've got a few that are my picks of the month...
The first shout out is...
Check out Red Agave Resort...affordable, beautiful scenery, great spacing, pets allowed, pool, jacuzzi, walk right into beautiful hiking trails, and the owners are wonderful!

Simple Note of Thanks : )

Tis the season for...well...lots of things! Being grateful, giving and yes of course shopping! So to fulfill all those "things", thank you to all of our friends and family who have supported us in our business and life in general. A challenging year...sure but that is common for many of us out there and not as challenging as those who have sick loved ones or have lost a loved one. So I am grateful for my loving husband who is my #1 fan, my friends, my business associates who have believed in us and promoted us in some way shape or form...you know who you are becuase we did weddings/events a few times or more together throughout 2010 : ), our Assistant Creative Coordinator, Angela York for her dedication and hard work, & my family from the west coast all the way to the east coast...I love you! Giving-in 2010 we donated cash, service & time to Make A Wish Foundation which was a wonderful experience! Shopping-I started a little earlier this year and decided I'm going to make the best effort to shop local and share my local shopping experience with everyone I can...so on facebook I add a new local merchant until Christmas day...be sure to check it out..some of the merchants like Barbed Wire Rose Bath, Body & Antiques may give you a discount via this ad on facebook
To finish the year stay tuned for a special peak at our most recent wedding transformation and News for the New Years! Check us and more elite vendors out at Northern Arizona Wedding & Event Society : )

Spooktacular Success & For the Love of Fall Weddings...

Okay so it's been a while since I've touched base...I admit...I've neglected you...my blogging friends. Fall has been fabulous for 2010 and we're so excited to get a jump start on 2011 Wedding Season, which is growing from Spring into late Fall! We had the opportunity to coordinate and decorate at some marvelous venues throughout Northern Arizona this fall. We did our Annual Halloween Spooktacular at Hassayampa Inn and it was a success! Thank you Hassayampa Inn www.hassayampainn.com, pawsandposes.com,DJ Anaut, Trade Sound Productions, sugaredniced.com, creative cakes by deana, and our amazing starStruck! team.
We hit the road in October at a steady pace with one of my newly favorite types of wedding (eco-chic) with our lovely couple Melinda and Ryan and Rustic Pines Simplicity with Rebecca and Luther....they are too much fun! here are a few photos...

Melinda and Ryan's color was Purple accented with yellow's and ivory. The wedding was held in Sedona at Creekside Inn B & B...a truly amazing and quanit B & B. Rebecca and Luther held their wedding at Prescott Pines campground...I knew we were in for a transformation challenge and we were up for the challenge because we have the eye for detail and the passion to create your "WOW" experience!


stay tuned for a very unique and magnificent experience in transforming a special venue here in Prescott that can seat up to 200 or more people! More to come....