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A Wedding Planner's Blog

Professor P

Aug 24
1 min

Claire + Tim's Wedding Recap!

For this week’s blog, we want to introduce you to a couple that we had the pleasure of working with over the last year, Claire and Tim! This special couple got married April 9, 2022 up at Northstar Gatherings in Idaho springs. When we started working with the couple, Claire told us right away that they wanted a beautiful mountain view, a family style dinner, lots of flowers, and a really lively and fun dance floor. Looking back now, we definitely achieved that and it was a ni

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Colorado As A Destination Wedding Location!

Professor P

Aug 17
2 min

Colorado As A Destination Wedding Location!

Colorado is such a beautiful place to get married. Many couples chose to fly into Colorado from out of state as their destination wedding! If you are one of the couples that is choosing to have Colorado as your destination wedding, here are some tips to know in advance! To really create that “destination” wedding feeling for your guests who have chosen to fly in for your special day, it is a great idea to create a welcome basket. When putting these together, think of some thi

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Professor P

Aug 10
2 min

What To Expect At A Final Walk Through

Scheduling a final walk through is so important! These usually happen 30-45 days before your wedding, and that means your big day is just weeks away! We know this meeting can be overwhelming and that you probably have a thousand questions running through your head. We will take you step by step of what to expect at a final walk through and some things you will want to add to your checklist for the day. The folks who should be in attendance at this meeting should be you guys!,

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The Difference Between A Venue Coordinator And A Wedding Planner

Professor P

Aug 3
2 min

The Difference Between A Venue Coordinator And A Wedding Planner

Starting your wedding planning journey is often overwhelming and can come with many questions. When you start doing your research you may see things about venue coordinators vs wedding planners. We will help outline the differences, so you know why exactly you need BOTH! We always recommend having both a venue coordinator and a wedding planner help you out on your special day. This way, you will no doubt have all your bases covered. As a general rule, the venue coordinator wo

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Professor P

Jul 14
1 min

Getting Ready Pics!

When you are celebrating your special day, getting ready for your wedding with your closest friends and family by your side is so fun and you will want pictures taken that capture all the love and anxious excitement! Here are some pictures you won’t want to forget! You will absolutely want pictures of your wedding day outfit before you put it on to say “I do.” Often times while getting ready, you and your wedding crew will be sipping on some coffee to get the energy flowing o

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Professor P

Jul 6
2 min

Much Ado About Booze!

When planning your wedding, you might start feeling overwhelmed early on, especially when it comes to your food and beverage decisions. Here are some quick guidelines for you as you plan all things drinks! The first question you might come across is whether to have a cash bar or an open bar. The main thing to take into consideration here is your budget. Generally, if you are on a tighter budget, a cash bar will help you stay in your bounds. And if your crowd isn't heavy drink

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Professor P

Jun 29
1 min

Don't Forget About The Parents!

When it comes to your special day, the love-filled event is just as special to the parents involved. Your parents have dedicated their whole life to you, and your wedding day is a monumental milestone for them as well! Here are some thoughtful gift ideas to give to your parents to help show your love and appreciation. This Etsy creator makes these beautiful art prints that incorporate the lyrics of the song you and your parent danced to, along with a photo of you two. Parent

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Professor P

Jun 16
1 min

Gift Ideas For Your I Do Crew

Your wedding party is comprised of people you love the most. Couples often want to gift their favorite people something that thanks them for being a part of their special day. You don’t have to break the bank to give something special! Here are some ideas: For the ladies: Personalized PJ sets for getting ready Personalized tumbler Makeup travel bags Mini/ travel perfumes "To have and to hold" hair scrunchie For the gents: Personalized flask Personalized pocket squares/ ties E

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Professor P

Jun 8
2 min

Curating Your Wedding Experience!

Your wedding weekend is often one of your biggest celebrations in your life! Creating a full-blown experience is something that makes the occasion extra special for you and your guests. You can start off your curated experience with welcome baskets for your entire guest list. These baskets or bags can include: bottled water, Advil, breath mints, protein bars, an itinerary, and any other specialized goodies that incorporate your venue! Another way to personalize your wedding w

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Professor P

Apr 13
1 min

Let's Talk About Dessert, Baby!

I don't know about you, but I think something sweet is a must have on your special day! While large, traditional wedding cakes are always a great idea, couples are finding ways to think outside of the box and leaning towards more bite sized goodies for their guests. Gotta get back to the dance floor - am I right? Here are some awesome vendors to check in the Denver area: The Snowy Churro: They offer awesome small individual churros and treats that include cream and different

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Unique Ways To Save Money on Your Wedding

Professor P

Mar 3
1 min

Unique Ways To Save Money on Your Wedding

Consider an off-season date for your wedding. Off- season is typically November- March. You can save a big chunk of money doing your wedding during this time and get more bang for your buck. Along with this, Saturdays are the most popular and more expensive choice. Consider a Friday or even a Sunday brunch! Shop local and on-season. With your food, décor, and even florals, consider shopping locally and for things that are in season. Limit the people in your wedding party. Wit

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Professor P

Feb 2
1 min

From Student To Intern: Audrey's Story

Hi all! I am Audrey and I am currently interning here at LP Creative Events! I have had the unique experience of being able to learn from Loni as a student in a classroom environment to now being able to work alongside her now at her company a year and a half later! My junior year at CU Boulder, I took Public Relations event planning with Professor P. In this class, as a student, I was able to be introduced to all things event planning and executing. Within the time of the se

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DIY: How To Create Your Wedding Day Timeline

Professor P

Jan 20, 2021
3 min

DIY: How To Create Your Wedding Day Timeline

Catering: Hey! Just wanted to check in to see what time the cermony starts so I can time having apps ready for cocktail hour? Hair and Makeup: Are you having a first look? When does everyone in the wedding party need to be done with hair and makeup? Where are you getting ready and how early do we have access to the area to start? Photographer: I would love to capture some photos of you guys at golden hour, do you know when dinner service is so we could maybe sneak away for a

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Top 10 Reasons You Need The Right Wedding Planner

Professor P

Jan 7, 2021
2 min

Top 10 Reasons You Need The Right Wedding Planner

Yup, you read that correctly - the RIGHT wedding planner! You already know you would like assistance with planning your wedding (large or small), you don't want to burden your family members with any day of tasks, and you want to be able to enjoy your special day with your partner with little to no stress! I am a firm beliver that you become BFFs with your wedding planner during the process, and sometimes even remain BFFs after! It is so important that you interview the folks

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