Spring 2011 Wedding

Abbey and Joseph

The Thomas Bennett House

July 3, 2011

We are thrilled to Congratulate Abbey and Joseph on their recent nuptials at the Thomas Bennett House.

Abbey found a print fabric she loved, early on in the planning, and it became the inspiration for much of her design.

We enlisted Studio R Designs to help us with the wedding invitations,

wedding programs and featured below- the bands and seals for her specialty drink.

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The Dance tent brought all the design elements together- two shades of green, white, the inspirational print fabric

and all the blush flowers she loved. Here you see the tent draped with green fabric by the Engaging Events Crew- and lit with

our Custom Drum Shades covered in her inspirational fabric. We had our tailor create throw pillows in the inspirational fabric for the lounge

seating area’s; and table  runners that we used throughout the reception.

Also shown here (from a distance) are our glass cylinders covered with a vellum containing the design from the inspirational fabric-  they

were  beautiful during full daylight as shown here, and once the sun went down they added to the romance of the setting…..

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The all white dance floor- really set off the dance tent as well- Thanks to Snyder Event Rentals!

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Our own Judy Johnston- searched and recovered some vintage milk glass vases as containers for the centerpieces.

Abbey loved dahlia’s, lisianthus, roses and rice flower in  blush pinks, cream and pale green .

The wedding cake was also inspired from the fabric- as well as the palmetto roses that were on Abbey’s dress….

Many thanks to Elaine Mincey for another beautiful (and delicious) creation!

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The First and Second Floors of the Thomas Bennett House were the setting for a dinner of food stations served tapas style following the ceremony.

Many thanks to Good Food Catering for the Scrumptious Meal!

We wish Abbey and Joseph many years of happiness…..Congratulations!

20 Year Vow Renewal

June 16, 2011

The Sanctuary, Kiawah Island Resort

We were thrilled to be the planners for a 20 year vow renewal in June at The Sanctuary.

It was a beautiful day for a special couple, and their wonderful family and friends. Their story is a truly romantic one,

to simply renew the promises they made 20 years ago, overlooking the ocean, a setting that has been so much a part of their past.

They chose a cake that was inspired from basket designs of American Indians- a part of their heritage.
Many thanks to Elaine Mincey for this beautiful and delicious cake.

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The guests were greeted with the beautiful aroma of gardenia’s upon arrival to the cocktail hour at the beautiful Ocean Room Restaurant.

Guests were treated to luxurious table settings including silk linens, hammered glass charger plates with gold rim,

letterpressed menu cards presented in ivory bengaline napkins and once again the beautiful aroma of a gardenia.

The table names were street’s the couple had lived on in the past or had special meaning to them.

They were presented on a 100% cotton paper calligraphied by Gayle Hilton of Calligraphy by Request.

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Following dinner- the adults moved to the Grand Oaks Ballroom for Candlelight Dancing. They were treated to rich ivory tones and textures,

with lounge seating areas, Cabaret Seating, gorgeous flowers and dramatic floral tree’s with hanging crystals and votive candles.

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It was a beautiful June evening, so having access to the patio from the Grand Oaks Ballroom was an added treat.

Engaging Events lounge furniture, lamps, additional cabaret tables and fabric draping from the pergola above

created a cozy welcoming atmosphere throughout the evening.

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We were so glad to be a part of their special day and want to thank the wonderful staff of the Sanctuary,

Eventworks, Snyder Event Rentals, and Kenneth from Presentation Services for all of their help, and products to assist us in creating such a gorgeous event.

Barb and Ricardo

William Aiken House

The Wedding of Barb and Ricardo took place at the William Aiken House- it was a much anticipated and wonderful evening.

Barb and Ricardo had originally planned their wedding for a Friday in April- and due to an illness

in the family- they had to postpone…so when their day finally came in June everyone was excited and happy.

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The couple was married under the pergola; the aisle was framed with a custom aisle runner -with a pale yellow border.

The aisle chairs were fashioned with yellow lily clusters.

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The carriage house bluestone patio contained a white plantation bar from Snyder Furniture Rentals;

Engaging Events White back bar shelves;

Engaging Events white sofas, with throw pillows using  a custom fabric and coffee tables and a few tall cocktail tables.

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The dance tent ceiling was decorated by the Engaging Events staff with a pool colored fabric and our

Custom Drum shades fashioned with a pretty custom fabric.

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The Guests enjoyed dinner in the beautiful Wm. Aiken House ballroom and porches.

Elaine Mincey provided the wedding cake – which contained the happy couples new monogram;

pearl border; and a sugar magnolia topper.

We were so happy to be a part of Barb and Ricardo’s special day- they are a very romantic, fun loving couple

and we know they will have many happy years together!

Ariel and Brett

The Historic Rice Mill

Ariel and Brett were married Memorial Day Weekend at the Historic Rice Mill

overlooking the City Marina.

The backdrop for the ceremony was a wrought iron arbor fashioned with white flowers and white fabric.

The aisle runner and the chairs were also white.

Engaging Events tied raspberry pink sashes to the aisle chairs

and our florist tied purple orchids to the aisle chairs.

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Ariel carried a bouquet of white casablanca lillies, pink roses, purple sweet pea, stock,and ranunculous.

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The guests were treated to a variety of flavors of candy in pink and purple-

with self sealing bags with a pink seal containing Ariel and Brett’s names.

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The Dinner tables were draped with charcoal grey linens, raspberry pink runners and napkins.

The Centerpieces were in silver urns and contained purple stock, purple orchids and purple sweet pea;

pink roses, pale pink spray roses, godetia, and ranunculous.

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In lieu of a wedding cake, Ariel and Brett chose to treat their guests to cupcakes.

They came from their favorite place “Cupcake” on King Street in Charleston- they had frequented the

shop during their courtship- so it is a special place for them.

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The ceiling of the covered patio was draped with White fabric by Engaging Events.

We lit the patio with a variety of shapes of white Asian lanterns; and furnished it with

our white sofas, throw pillows, and coffee tables.

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We congratulate Ariel and Brett on their wedding and wish them all the best in the years to come!

Christin and Wes

Hibernian Hall

June 4, 2011

The Wedding of Christin and Wes happened at St. Matthews Lutheran Church and was followed by a

wonderful reception at the Hibernian Society Hall.

Christin had chosen a color palette of blue, pool, and taupe- and loved some paper balls she saw on Etsy.

We ordered up 50 of them and the Engaging Events team went to work hanging them in the beautiful Rotunda of

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Guests were greeted by a tower of Firefly and Lemonade adorned with cute little tags using

the design from their Invitation Suite. Elaine Mincey created a beautiful taupe cake incorporating the

swirl design from the linen pattern and the invitation suite.

Engaging Events introduced their new table lamps at Christin and Wes’ wedding- they looked fabulous

and added a cozy atmosphere to the sofa seating area.

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The tables were covered with pool linens and taupe damask linens. Judy Johnston the Engaging Events floral designer

created beautiful floral centerpieces – some containing blue hydrangea and scabiosa. While other tables were adorned with

cream calla lilies.

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The porch was illuminated by uplights on each of the columns, and guests enjoyed seating on the porch

throughout the evening.

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We congratulate Christin and Wes on their wedding nuptials- and are so glad to have been a part of their special day.

Janice and Andrew

The Confederate Home and The Old Exchange Building

May 20, 2011

We are happy to have been a part of Janice and Andrew’s wonderful wedding day.

Janice and Andrew have had many challenges before this big day; Janice is a cancer survivor; and Andrew served in the military in Afghanistan during the early part of the planning.

We were proud to be a part of a very happy time in their lives and hope you enjoy their images….

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Janice and Andrew were married at The Confederate Home on Broad Street- in a beautiful garden wedding

using Janice’s favorite color of flowers- yellow! Tulips adorned the aisle and gladiola’s framed off the ceremony area-

both of these flowers always make me smile:)

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As Guests arrived to the Old Exchange Building they enjoyed tours of the Dungeon and Lemon Drop’s from the

Engaging Events Drink Tower…

Elaine Mincey created a beautiful cake using yellow and platinum grey -

using the pintuck design from the linens Janice chose;

and the swirl pattern from their wedding invitation suite.

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The Great Hall looked fantastic with white chivari chairs, platinum grey pintuck linens,

and silver urns filled with what else…a beautiful array of yellow flowers!

Many congratulations to Janice and Andrew- we wish you much happiness!

Lanier and Kyle

Holy Spirit Catholic Church and The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island

May 7, 2011

(photo’s by Collette Mruk)

We were so happy to be a part of Lanier and Kyle’s wedding! They had a gorgeous day and they and their families had a fantastic time!

Lanier and Kyle wanted to create a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere – with an organic and rustic yet polished design.

Their Wedding Cake- Created by Elaine Mincey- included Elaine’s beautfiul sugar magnolia’s for the taste of the South;

as well as a free form design in the icing keeping with the theme of a relaxed but  polished look.

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One of the elements of the Ocean Course Lanier and Kyle loved best was its beautiful landscape and view of the ocean.

While they wanted a finished/polished look they didn’t want to take away from that relaxed and comfortable feel you get when on the veranda of the Ocean Course.

With Judy Johnston’s help (our florist) we created centerpieces of wheat, sand and moss mimicking the sea oats, sand and grass of its surroundings.

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Guests were greeted by a placecard display in Engaging Events boxes filled with split peas and adorned with lanterns and candles.

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For the Dinner, Lanier and Kyle chose sage linens, burlap runners, ivory napkins and ecletic budvases with a variety of blooms and herbs;

including-ranunculous, stock, peonies, garden roses, thyme, rosemary and basil. Mahogany chivari chairs helped in giving the room that polished look.

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The tent was simple and elegant as well- utilizing Engaging Events crystal chandeliers,

sofa seating areas and a rented  mahogany dance floor from Eventworks- where they danced the night away under the stars.

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We were so happy to get to know Lanier and Kyle’s families-

Many thanks to Candice and the Ocean Course staff for the fabulous job they do!

Kristin and John

St. Luke’s Chapel and William Aiken House

April 23, 2011

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Kristin and John’s ceremony was held at the beautiful St. Luke’s Chapel in downtown Charleston.

White hydrangea pew markers and alter arrangements, created by Engaging Event’s Judy Johnston , looked gorgeous in the chapel.

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The reception was held at the Historic William Aiken House where guests were greeted with

Black and Stormy’s and Firefly and Lemonade while they anxiously waited for the bride and groom’s arrival.

A chalkboard displayed the evening’s menu and whereabouts of each station throughout the house.

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After toasts and cake, everyone danced the night away under the tent,

decorated with green fabric draping and Engaging Event’s cafe lights.

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Umbrella tables offered shade from the sun and cute outdoor seating!

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Congratulation’s Kristin and John!

Charlotte and Ty

The Ocean Course at Kiawah

April 16, 2011

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Charlotte and Ty were married on beautiful Kiawah Island overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It was an incredibly windy day,

however, it was also a wonderful day because the prediction of rain never materialized- and we were all so thrilled.

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Charlotte chose a color palette of apple green, pink and some seersucker in blue. It was a great color scheme for spring

and I think Charlotte’s soft and pretty style and Ty’s preppy style were merged wonderfully – creating a beautiful day!

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They and their guests enjoyed cocktails on the patio and tent, followed by dinner in the Atlantic Room,

then back outside to the tent to dance the nite away.

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It was a wonderful evening and we were so thrilled to be part of it.

Congratulations Charlotte and Ty!

Lindsay and Andrew

The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island

April 2, 2011

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Lindsay and Andrew were married at John’s Island Presbyterian Church just outside of Kiawah Island.

After the ceremony, guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner and dancing at the Ocean Course.

Lindsay and Andrew’s cake, by Elaine Mincey, was a focal point in the Atlantic room for guests to admire during dinner.

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Judy Johnston of Engaging Events did a beautiful job on the centerpieces of garden roses, thistle, and pincushion proteas.

displayed in different size wood containers and shadowboxes..

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After dinner there was dancing in the tent which was decorated with custom fabric pillows and candle centerpieces.

Tan fabric was draped from the ceiling of  the tent and navy linens with coral flower bud vases continued the tan, navy and coral color scheme.

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We used the custom fabric to cover the lounge furniture so guest could enjoy the spectacular views and ocean breeze.

Best of luck to you both! Congratulations Lindsay and Andrew!

And many thanks to Collette Mruk for the wonderful images!