Today on Trendy Tuesday, its all about custom signage!  I know I’ve expressed my love of it before, but we are DEFINITELY seeing this trend take hold and sweep across many events – from birthdays to corporate events and most of all – weddings!  Here are some of our favorite examples from Culinary Crafts events that we had a hand in coordinating, planning, and executing!!!

Images from Pepper Nix Photography

This wedding was chock full of fun details, but one of the best was their use of coordinating signage!  From the menu, to their photo booth logo, to the mix CDs they gave their guests, and the concert style posters boasting their event, they incorporated a strong style and carried it through the entire event!  I love it!  The menu is my favorite!  I always think its a nice touch to give your guests menus or post custom signage at the food stations so they know the delicious offerings there are!

Images provided by Logan Walker of ZumaPhoto

This event was full of style and 1920 speakeasy flair!  So we DEFINITELY had to make sure the signage kept that theme so the guests were totally immersed in the theme!  I think these signs did the trick, for sure!  From the font to the design, everything calls back to the prohibition era – from the DELICIOUS food to the gorgeous McCune Mansion!

Images provided by Logan Walker of ZumaPhoto

This lucky 8 year old celebrated her birthday with Ladybug style!  From the invitations to the candy table signage, there were polka dots galore!  I think the signs for the food definitely amplified the whimsy and fun of the event.  And the definitely made you remember you were partying among the Ladybugs!

Images provided by Pepper Nix Photography and  ZumaPhoto,

Ah, Mary and Rick’s wedding day.  A day of true romance and elegance!  Adding to the beauty of the day were the elements of signage all throughout the event.  From the custom seating chart tags, the custom napkin name tags, and the custom menu – which all harked back to Mary and Ricks GORGEOUS invitations – the guests were impressed and well informed of all aspects of the event!  One of the best ways to tie your invitation back into your event is to make sure that the fonts, style, colors, and detailing are carried from that initial invite all the way through the custom signage of your event.  Your guests will love all the custom details and the tone you set with that invitation is sure to be felt throughout the main event!

Images provided by Logan Walker of ZumaPhoto

Lastly, this event had custom signage in spades!  The place cards, the napkin bands, the table numbers, and those high style signs on the bride and groom’s chairs marking their newlywed status!  Such a gorgeous way of presenting guests with the information they need to find their seat and also make them feel special!  Not to mention, they definitely kept it consistent which made it tie in beautifully and only elevated the carefully crafted event.  BEAUTIFUL!

Custom signage is an excellent way to share information with your guests, keep your style present, and elevate your wedding beyond the norm.  One of the easiest ways to get custom signage is to work with your invitation designer to see if they would be willing to let you know the fonts they are using and the colors so that the signs match perfectly.  Some full service design studios may even be able to design the signage for you!  We here at Culinary Crafts love custom signage and love having our clients provide (or have us provide) signs for the stations, mocktail/cocktail bars, etc.  The food is such an important part that we love to showcase it with beautiful signs!  Culinary Crafts would LOVE to help you create custom signage as well and we also have a staff of AMAZING people who can plan and execute your event!  This way, the design and any custom signage you’d like will be expertly coordinated and laid out with the wonderful creators at Culinary Crafts!  I hope you are inspired to add signage throughout your event too!

For more ideas, check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com!

So, this Favorite Friday Finds is one day late!  I’m so sorry, my dear readers!  But, even though its belated, this gem of an inspiration board is worth the wait!  This palette of icy pinks, dove grey, and hint of elegant pearl is a perfect fit for a winter wedding!  I envision a romantic, cozy, and intimate reception with toasty fireplaces and snow flurries showing in the windows to the outdoors.  So pretty! My absolute favorite part of the board is the signature drink that fits the palette to a ‘t’.  Mercury accented glasses pull in the greys, while a luscious pink concoction adds the pink of the palette.  To top it off, the smoky clouds add the romantic pearl feel – but even more amazing would be a spun sugar garnish instead.  Volia!  You have a signature drink that will definitely personalize your wedding and set it apart.  Culinary Crafts LOVES designing these unique drinks and I think it is such a special touch!

Happy planning readers!

Check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com!

Row 1: Coffee and mini doughnuts photo from Martha Stewart Weddings, Hot Cider photo from Chudleigh Photography (Designed by LMG Events) via Pink Piggy Design Blog

Row 2:  Hot Beverage Bar photo from Chudleigh Photgraphy (Designed by LMG Events) via Pink Piggy Design Blog

Row 3: Chai Tea and Beverage Bar photos from Chudleigh Photography (Designed by LMG Events) via Pink Piggy Design Blog, Hot Toddy photo from Verses from My Kitchen, Herbal Tea photo from NY City Eats

Row 4: Espresso photo from bethanish, Pink Espresso Cups with homemade marshmallows from Martha Stewart Weddings

Its about that time of year, where we bid a fond adieu to summer and (try to!) welcome the on-coming fall and winter months.  Although the bitter cold of winter doesn’t sound so fun right now, one of the newest trends for winter and fall weddings has got me SUPER excited!  Its a Hot Beverage Bar!  (Think candy bar – only with hot drinks.)  So fun!  What better way to warm up your guests and add something interactive to your event!  And the possibilities are endless.  Seriously.  You could have a Hot Cocoa Bar with mix-ins like homemade marshmallows (in your wedding colors, natch!), peppermint candies or sticks, homemade whipped cream, nutmeg, flavored syrups, chili powder (trust me, its delicious!), etc.  Or, you could have a variety of different hot beverages like chai tea, herbal teas, coffee, apple cider, hot toddies, espresso, and wassail – each in their own signature cup with a cute little sign and signature garnish.  So cute!  Or, even simply a coffee bar with tiny little doughnuts.  There are so many options to fit your style and tastes – not to mention its totally not something you’d see every day!  Your guests will love being able to warm up with (and dress up!) a hot drink and putting it together in a cute bar set up is bound to bring a smile to any face!  Happy planning readers!

For more ideas, check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com!

Today I’d like to talk about a really great favor or gift idea.  What is it, you may ask?  Well, it’s Grandma’s Caramels!  I had the luck of being able to try one of these butter-y and delicious gems, and let me tell you, the are SCRUMPTIOUS.  I love that they taste homemade and rich – totally not the norm in today’s world!  Grandma’s Caramels also offers tons of box styles and colors so they make perfect gifts for any occasion or you could definitely use them as wedding favors or corporate gifts!  I think any guest would love to receive these little gems and you could either incorporate them into a candy table or fill a favor box that matches your event’s colors with a couple and let your guests take home a little bit of heaven.  Seriously, they are that good!  Plus, they are a local, Utah company!  Thank you so much for sharing some of these gourmet goodies and we hope you, our dear readers, love them as much as we did!

For more ideas, check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com!

Miss Jacque Riehl, our new Executive Event Coordinator and Wedding Specialist, was kind enough to send over 10 FANTASTIC ideas to have the perfect Labor Day BBQ celebration!  Take it away Jacque!

Thank you so much, Jacque!  And such great ideas!  I hope this helps you all with any celebration you might be planning this holiday weekend!

For more great ideas, check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com!

Today, I’d like to showcase this pretty, backyard wedding that is a simply gorgeous summer-y event.  The couple elected to serve a light dinner buffet, which is perfect for the season.  Couple that with a custom ice sculpture (courtesy of Swanovation Custom Ice Sculptures, natch) and Culinary Crafts’s house made gelato, this wedding is sure to please any guest on a balmy summer night!  Check it out!

How stunning!  And the gelato!  It is simply delectable and a perfect dessert in these warm summer months.  Plus, guests always love the custom gelato case station!  So fun!

Check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com!

Photo credit: Keith Westerberg

With Labor Day fast approaching and the end of the summer BBQs coming out in full force, we thought it would be a good idea to share a perfect summer drink recipe that is an excellent addition to any BBQ or party you might be planning for these warm months!  The Berry Bongo Lemonade is a delicious mix of classic lemonade with a twist of ripe summer berries!  Enjoy!

Check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com for more fantastic summer party ideas!

Photo credit: Jessica Prado

It’s been a little over a month since Mary and Rick celebrated their wedding and we have another spotlight on their event to share with you!  They were gracious enough to share some of the photos from their wonderful honeymoon!  They went to a cozy resort in the Appalachian mountains for some rest, relaxation, and just taking some time away together.  Sound awesome!  Not to mention, they got to try a bunch of the best BBQ places the Appalachians had to offer!  Check it out!

I love that Mary And Rick started out their honeymoon at the IHOP in Springville!  Sadly, they didn’t have any of the DELICIOUS food from their reception (seriously, how sad!) and were super hungry after their firework-filled farewell!  So, what did they do?  Stopped at the local IHOP!  Such a fun memory and I love these pictures!

Here are a couple of pictures from some of the BBQ restaurants that Mary and Rick visited.  Love the twinkle light flying pig!  Also, Mary just had to take a picture with one of their servers who has been serving for over 60 years! AMAZING!

Thank you so much to Mary and Rick for letting us in and sharing these pictures with us!  It looks like so much fun!  Remember, dear readers, thinking outside of the “honeymoon box” can sometimes lead to more fun and a lot more fantastic memories!  Either way, though, its important just to spend some quality time with your new spouse and have fun together!  Happy planning!

Check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com!

You may remember that Utah Bride Blog showcased a fantastic American Inspiration Shoot a couple months ago – which Culinary Crafts had the honor of providing the decadent desserts for!  Well, we couldn’t help but showcasing the shoot again, because it is SO amazing!  Check it out!

Such a perfect summer wedding!  And such a picturesque setting!  Thank you again to Utah Bride Blog for letting us participate in this GORGEOUS inspiration shoot!  And to see this series on Utah Bride Blog, check it out here.  And a thank you to all the vendors who lent their talent!

Photography: Kate Osborne
Catering Artistry: Culinary Crafts
Cake Artistry: Pink Peach Cakes
Paper Details: Pink Piggy Design
Table/Chair Rental: Alpine Event Rentals
Chair Caps & Napkins: Wildflower Linens
Tableware: Macy’s
Table Florals: Studio Stems

Check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com!

Today, I’d like to spotlight another one of the fantastic vendors from Mary and Rick’s wedding.  Valet Parking Services (or VPS for short)!  VPS provided valet parking services for both the wedding ceremony and the reception the next day.  And, at the reception, they drove the guests directly to the reception site via golf carts. How awesome is that?  Check it out!

Such a nice touch for guests!  Many of the guests said that they had never felt so pampered at an event before!  Having a company like VPS take care of your guests is a great way to elevate your wedding – and such a wonderful way of showing your guests the appreciation you have for them.  You should definitely considering having valet parking at your event, especially if the parking is far away from the event site, or if you are having a large wedding and need a professional to help park the guest’s cars efficiently!  Thank you again to VPS for having a top notch, professional staff and for making Mary and Rick’s guests feel like a million bucks!

Check out our website at www.culinarycrafts.com!

Photos provided by Pepper Nix Photography and ZumaPhoto