Wednesday, October 20, 2010

November Meeting Invite!!


Welcome to November! Now that you have survived Halloween, Christmas is 8 weeks away! I know with all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, the first thing that you are thinking is “how is the heck am I going to make it to a meeting?” Well, now is important for you to MAKE TIME for yourself and business. (you do have to eat, rightJ)

YOUR SPACE
Welcome to the Central Market! NEAWP extends their gratitude to Amy McCall for hosting our meeting. Celebrate Every Day! Those three simple words sum up our mission. At Central Market, we want to exceed your wildest expectations and transform your grocery shopping experience. In our stores, shopping isn’t a chore — it’s a joy. You see, we love food as much as you do. It nourishes our passion, feeds our curiosity and brings us all together. Our love of food shows in our vast selection of high-quality domestic and imported goods, not to mention our dedication to outstanding customer service. And we’re eager to share it all with you. Best of all, we believe in finding value without losing flavor. From our selection of more than 700 hand-cut cheeses to hundreds of meat and seafood offerings, there’s a new find around every corner. www.centralmarket.com.

YOUR EVENTS
10.27.10: Wedding Planners Only Inaugural Meeting contact amy@neawp.org
EVERY TUESDAY- Blogging with Eric contact eric@erichegwer.com for  a reservation
12.1.10: December Holiday Party- SAVE THE DATE!
11.7.10: Susan G Komen Austin Race for the Cure contact amanda@neawp.org
1.9.11: Diamond Domain Bridal Soiree contact rita@austinweddingday.com
1.15.11: Austin Bridal Extravaganza contact beth at bkuhn@austinweddings.com.

YOUR SPONSOR
Thank you to Jerry Hughes of Artist Studio 12. Come learn about this professional photographer, author, inventor, world traveler, and speaker. As a photographer his fashion work has been in Vogue magazine, corporate clients have included IBM, Proctor & Gamble, Ford, ... as well as his award winning portrait and wedding photography. www.artiststudio12.com.

YOUR NOTES
Still need an NEAWP business nametag?  If you would like a professional name tag for the meetings, bring $7.00 cash or $7.50 online to the meeting. The next order will be placed on December 15, 2010. All name tags must be paid for prior to being ordered. Look at a sample in our newsletter online.

YOUR THEME
Character- the aggregate of features and traits that form the individual nature of some person or thing. There are 6 distinct qualities of character:
Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, Citizenship

YOUR PROGRAM
2011 is just around the corner. We want you get a jump start on your resolutions and goals for 2011! Bring 5 goals or hurdles that you are facing you would like to make in your business for 2011. Since we are aware we do not have all day to talk, kindly forward them to amy@neawp.org so I can be efficient with your time.

                                                         
YOUR CHARITY
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It will be CHILLY soon!  November’s Charity will be Coats for Kids Coat Drive Coats for Kidsencourages the community, schools and organizations to provide new or gently used warm winter coats to keep the children of Central Texas warm throughout the winter.   Please bring your donation to our November 3rd at Central Market
YOUR POLICIES
1.     The 2010 meeting fees are $30.00 per meeting for current NEAWP members. Payments received after the deadline or at the door will be assessed a $5.00 fee.
2.     Guests are always welcome. They need to be added to your RSVP list and you will receive the reservation confirmation. The 2010 guest meeting fees are $50.00 per non member.
3.     If you show up to the meeting without a reservation confirmation, the cost will be $35.00 per current NEAWP member and $55.00 per guest.
4.     You can pay with any major credit card via PayPal on our website by simply going to www.associationofweddingprofessionals.com/ca_meeting.com then click the meeting you would like to attend. All PayPal payments must be received by Monday November 1, 2010 at 12:00pm. All checks must be made payable to: NEAWP.  Any payments received after the deadline or at the door, will be assessed a $5.00 fee.  The 2010 NSF fee for checks is $50.00.
5.     To ensure your reservation at the meeting, RSVP to amy@nuptialessentials.comYou will receive a confirmation reservation email. Bring a copy of your confirmation email  to the check in table the day of the meeting. If your RSVP changes after November 1, 2010 at 12:00pm you will be charged the full meeting amount.
Our meeting will be kept within the time allotted so you can get back to making lots of money!

Now go plan beautiful events!
Amy Mader, PWC
President

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

October Meeting Invite


CLIFF NOTES VERSION!
(SINCE YOU ALREADY RECEIVED THE FULL INVITE—ENJOY THIS ABBREVIATED VERSION!)
THE FULL INVITE IS LISTED ON OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.NEAWP.ORG

You are cordially invited to the October 2010 Nuptial Essentials Association of Wedding Professionals (NEAWP) Austin Chapter meeting.

YOUR SPACE
Mercury Hall  615 Cardinal Lane . Catering by Word of Mouth Catering! October 6th 11am

YOUR EVENTS
Every Tuesday: Blogging Tips contact eric@erichegwer.com
9.29.10: Wedding Planners Only Meeting 11:00am contact amy@neawp.org
11.7.10: Susan G Komen Austin Race for the Cure contact amanda@neawp.org
1.9.11: Diamond Domain Bridal Soiree contact rita@austinweddingday.com

YOUR SPONSOR
Delysia Chocolates!

YOUR NOTES
October is “Come as a member month”!

SAVE SECOND BASESign up for the Komen walk

Next name tag order is on October 15th!

YOUR THEME
Endurance.

YOUR PROGRAM
Our round table discussion is back by popular demand! Come participate with your fellow peers in solving the issues of “how to endure the challenges of your business”. If you have not participated in an NEAWP round table discussion, now is the time to try it!

YOUR CHARITY
Happy Halloween! We will be collecting Halloween treats (no food)  and costumes for the Dell Children’s Hospital.

                                                         
YOUR POLICIES
1.     The 2010 meeting fees are $30.00 per meeting for current NEAWP members. Payments received after the deadline or at the door will be assessed a $5.00 fee.
2.     Guests are always welcome. They need to be added to your RSVP list and you will receive the reservation confirmation. The 2010 guest meeting fees are $50.00 per non member.
3.     If you show up to the meeting without a reservation confirmation, the cost will be $35.00 per current NEAWP member and $55.00 per guest.
4.     You can pay with any major credit card via PayPal on our website by simply going to www.associationofweddingprofessionals.com/ca_meeting.com then click the meeting you would like to attend. All PayPal payments must be received by Monday October 4, 2010 at 12:00pm. All checks must be made payable to: NEAWP.  Any payments received after the deadline or at the door, will be assessed a $5.00 fee.  The 2010 NSF fee for checks is $50.00.
5.     To ensure your reservation at the meeting, RSVP to amy@nuptialessentials.comYou will receive a confirmation reservation email. Bring a copy of your confirmation email  to the check in table the day of the meeting. If your RSVP changes after October 4, 2010 at 12:00pm you will be charged the full meeting amount.
Our meeting will be kept within the time allotted so you can get back to making lots of money!

Now go plan beautiful events!
Amy Mader, PWC
President

Friday, September 3, 2010

Wedding Collages for your viewing pleasure


Fashion show vendors:
Blush Bridal Lounge – www.blushbridallounge.com
Rae Cosmetics – www.raecosmetics.com
Flora Fetish – www.florafetish.com
Big Day Event Productions – www.youreventproducer.com
Sterling Images – www.sterlingimagesonline.com
Distinctive Details – www.distinctivedetails.com
The Driskill Hotel – www.driskillhotel.com
Penguin Entertainment:  www.penguinentertainment.com
Premiere Party Central:  www.austinpartycentral.com



Joyce/Kennedy Wedding May 1st, 2010
Venue:  Umlauf Sculpture Gardens – www.umlaufsculpture.org
Planner:  Big Day Event Productions – www.youreventproducer.com
Florist:  Flora Fetish – www.florafetish.com
Caterer:  Fion Wine Pub – www.fionwinepub.com
Decorator:  Quest Drape – www.questdrape.com
Lighting:  FILO – www.filodesigns.com
Rentals:  Premiere Party Central – www.austinpartycentral.com
Cake:  Cakeism – www.cakeism.com
DJ:  Encore Entertainment – www.fredthedj.com
Photographer:  DCM Photography – www.dcmphotography.com

Special thanks to Amanda Dudley of Big Day Events for sharing these gorgeous wedding images :)

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Upcoming September Meeting!


You are cordially invited to the September 2010 Nuptial Essentials Association of Wedding Professionals (NEAWP) Austin Chapter meeting. School has begun and my vacation has ended! I am looking forward to a fantastic meeting in September. I regret the tardiness of this invite, but as you all know the meetings happen the FIRST WEDNESDAY of the month and I am sure you have it already penciled in your calendar. I missed you all in August! I would like to thank your outstanding board for taking on this meeting so effortlessly. Let’s get ready to work!

YOUR SPACE
Welcome to the Omni Hotel Austin! NEAWP extends their gratitude to Leah Pitre for hosting our meeting. The Omni Austin Hotel Downtown is a magnificently appointed luxury hotel that surrounds you with comfort and style. With the heart of the thriving downtown business center at your doorstep, you'll be just steps away from the Austin Convention Center and the Texas State Capitol.  The 6th Street Entertainment District is walking distance from the hotel. Omni Hotels was named as one of the best companies to work for in Texas in an annual program created by the Texas Association of Business, the Texas State Council of the Society of Human Resource Management and the Best Companies Group.

YOUR EVENTS
8.25.10: Wedding Planners Only Inaugural Meeting contact amy@neawp.org
8.25.10: NACE Eat the Heat contact delores@premierepartycentral.com
8.31.10: August Book Club Meeting contact amanda@neawp.org
8.31.10: August Mentor Meeting contact barbara@neawp.org
9.15.10: NEAWP Event Games contact amy@neawp.org
11.7.10: Susan G Komen Austin Race for the Cure contact amanda@neawp.org
1.9.11: Diamond Domain Bridal Soiree contact rita@austinweddingday.com

YOUR SPONSOR
Thank you to Eric Hegwer of Eric Hegwer Photography. Come learn about the photographer who has mastered Hebrew, rock climbed for years, is a biochemist AND actually know who Phish is. Visit Eric at www.erichegwer.com.

YOUR NOTES
2010 Olympics: Teams are still needed! The cost is $25.00 per person. We have changed the requirements for the minimum number of participants per team. The minimum is 4! Locate your event colleagues and form a team! Event details and registration is atwww.neawp.org!

September is MEMBERSHIP DRIVE month!! If you would like to join or need to renew your membership, the current membership drive is $150.00 ($100.00 off the original dues!). This membership drive ends on September 30,2010.

Still need an NEAWP business nametag?  If you would like a professional name tag for the meetings, bring $7.00 cash or $7.50 online to the meeting. The next order will be placed on October 15, 2010. All name tags must be paid for prior to being ordered. Look at a sample in our newsletter online.

YOUR THEME
Neediness- Seeking encouragement and support from others and appreciating being aided when in need

YOUR PROGRAM
YOU! Come and find out what we are up to this month!
                                                         
YOUR CHARITY
NEAWP is continuing our support of the Austin Humane Society. They still need our help! The following items are needed:
Treats & Rawhide chews for dogs
Canned cat and dog food
³KONG² Type toys for dogs
Gently used Towels
Bath mats & blankets
 Newspaper
 Gently used or new pet collars
 Pet shampoo
Dog  and Cat treats
They are also accepting monetary donations for to spay and neuter animals in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods.  $1200 will spay or neuter 40 animals!

Please bring your donation to our next meeting.

YOUR POLICIES
1.     The 2010 meeting fees are $30.00 per meeting for current NEAWP members. Payments received after the deadline or at the door will be assessed a $5.00 fee.
2.     Guests are always welcome. They need to be added to your RSVP list and you will receive the reservation confirmation. The 2010 guest meeting fees are $50.00 per non member.
3.     If you show up to the meeting without a reservation confirmation, the cost will be $35.00 per current NEAWP member and $55.00 per guest.
4.     You can pay with any major credit card via PayPal on our website by simply going to www.associationofweddingprofessionals.com/ca_meeting.com then click the meeting you would like to attend. All PayPal payments must be received by Monday August 30, 2010 at 12:00pm. All checks must be made payable to: NEAWP.  Any payments received after the deadline or at the door, will be assessed a $5.00 fee.  The 2010 NSF fee for checks is $50.00.
5.     To ensure your reservation at the meeting, RSVP to amy@nuptialessentials.comYou will receive a confirmation reservation email. Bring a copy of your confirmation email  to the check in table the day of the meeting. If your RSVP changes after August 30, 2010 at 12:00pm you will be charged the full meeting amount.
Our meeting will be kept within the time allotted so you can get back to making lots of money!

Now go plan beautiful events!
Amy Mader, PWC
President
























































Saturday, August 21, 2010

Summer Games!

Just a few images from last year's NEAWP Summer Games! Thanks for the images, Eric!




Don't forget to register for our Summer Games 2010 by August, 25th! You can register on our website at http://www.neawp.org/ca_meeting_09152010.cfm . May the best team win!!

Friday, August 6, 2010

August Meeting: Charity Bash and Summer Games

Thank you so much for attending the August meeting at the gorgeous downtown Marriott Courtyard and Residence InnNEAWP extends their gratitude to Yvonne Oaks for hosting our meeting. With over 6,600 square feet of flexible meeting space, this hotel is in the heart of downtown Austin. 


Thank you to Katherine Reece of Dragonfly Designs. Dragonfly Designs will help a bride coordinate her wedding stationery and accessories to create the mood and theme of her wedding date. Katherine will do home visits to clients as well as customize any invitation. To find out more about Katherine, go to www.dragonflydesignstx.com




A very special thank you to our guest speaker Alex Winkelman. Alex Winkelman- Executive Director, CharityBash
Alex previously was the Chair of Dining for Darfur-Austin, a Director of the Tents of Hope campaign, and a consultant for Nike’s Human Race 10k. Her involvement ranges from being a reading mentor and gymnastics coach to traveling to Israel with the Young Adult Leadership Association and to Costa Rica to work with children. Alex is currently Executive Director of CharityBash and is a Social Entrepreneurship student at St. Edward’s University. 






The Wedding Chicks: Sweet Treats + Chocolate Wedding Menus

Yes, it is Friday already and of course we have some deliciously sweet treats to share with you.
1. This dress is beyond adorable. Swiss dots on french tulle with whiffs of ruffles hanging at the bottom. You really cannot go wrong with this JCREW wedding gown.
2. Look no further we have your FREE customized arrow and heart table numbers for you. Emailed your inbox instantly like magic.
3. In lieu of wedding favors what about a chocolate menu. We discovered this in Real Weddings fromThompson Poole PhotographyDelysia Chocolatiers baked these with love for you.
4. Fun and sexy, this satin evening shoe has clusters of pewter beads decorating the T-strap for a playful look by Max Studio for $120. These T-straps also come in silver.
5. How about this yellow Gold Silk Couture Flower to top off your look for $45 from Etsy artistweddingaisle.

Monday, July 26, 2010

Style Me Pretty: Blue Wedding Design

rom Inspiration to Reality – The Board

July 23rd. 2010 by Erin Lepperd | Filed Under | 2 comments
We are happy little campers around here because a) the weekend is in our sights and b) we have a fabulous From Inspiration to Reality feature to share with you today. Be sure to take notes ladies because this is filled with so many lovely bits and pieces for your own soirees. And there are a bevy of power hitters that came together to make this shoot happen. With photography by Jessica and Nate Johnston, design and styling by Lucia|Paul Design, cinematography from Epic Motion, stationary and sweets by Dooby Design Group and Florals by Bellisario Florist as well as a host of other fab vendors, we are talking MAJOR inspiration headed your way. But first, lets take a look at the board that started the wheels turning. From Style Circle guru Nikki, this is inspiration in the form of tiffany blue heaven.
Tiffany's Bridal Show
Gorgeous right? We are so excited to share all of the pretty details with you. We will be back in a jiffy with some beautiful design and styling so worthy of Audrey Hepburn.
Jessica Johnston Photography, LUCIA|PAUL DESIGN and Epic Motion are members of our Little Black Book. For more information on how members are chosen, click here.

Friday, July 23, 2010

Martha Stewart Weddings: Opalescent colors



Perfect Wedding Color Palette: Opalescent

Bridesmaid Dresses

Bridesmaid dresses don't need to look like, well, bridesmaid dresses. Pick out frocks in your palette that have potential for an afterlife and feature exquisite details -- oversize ruffles or allover pleating, perhaps? -- and your attendants will rejoice. From left: Strapless organdy dress (#2514), Vivian Diamond for Dessy Collection; coral necklace, de Vera; 50mm ribbon (#10000, color #31), Mokuba New York. "Nice" flower girl dress, Pip-Squeak Chapeau Etc.; 9mm ribbon (#10000, color #31), Mokuba New York. Silk gazar dress, Luisa Beccaria. "Galette" dress,J.Crew. Crinkle silk chiffon gown (G561C),Amsale. "Orchard" strapless dress, 57 Grand; stone necklace with pendant, Monet, Macy's.