Jen | Bella Vista

Backdrops

Posted by Jen on Jan 25, 2012 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Many brides like to use backdrops to take pictures in front of, to showcase their cake or to set the bride and groom apart. There are several elements that can make up a backdrop. You can mix and match the different elements to create your own look or you can use ones we have put together. Remember the cost includes the product and the labor to put it up and take it down. Hope this helps when...
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Chelsey & Dillon

Posted by Jen on Jan 18, 2012 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Ok, I think I’ve found my new favorite photographer. It is Brittney from Cascio Photography. Her pictures are stunning. It doesn’t hurt that the bride is gorgeous, the colors vibrant, the flowers amazing and the event was fun. Brittney shows off the beauty of Bella Vista and the day through her pictures. This picture just shows you don’t have to do a lot to make your event...
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BUNTING for Jessica & Alex

Posted by Jen on Jan 12, 2012 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Jessica and Alex had a daytime ceremony and reception at Bella Vista this fall. I Loved the BUNTING and the cute details (photo booth, canoe, pictures) that they added to create a fun and personal feel to the room. Gabriel Naylor took some great pictures. Check out her work...
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Pop of Color at Emily and Clay’s Reception

Posted by Jen on Jan 6, 2012 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off With the help of Milli, Emily and Clay’s reception at Bella Vista was filled with vibrant colors, flowers, personal details and decor that brought interest and warms to the event. Jennie Slade captured the beauty of the day and shares her photos with...
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Pinterest

Posted by Jen on Sep 13, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Alright ladies, have you heard of Pinterest? It’s an AMAZING tool when it comes to collecting, organizing and retrieving all the ideas and images you collect as you’re planning your wedding. This is how it works. 1. Go to Pinterest and request to join (free). 2. After you have joined you will be given 5 generic boards to start with. You can keep those boards or change them. When...
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Baseball Themed Wedding

Posted by Jen on Sep 3, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off I know I’ve said this before but I’m going to say it again. Receptions based on themes can make your day so special and super fun for you and your guests. I saw this amazing reception based around baseball featured at wedding to be. Check out these baseball engagement pictures of Kelli and Jared at...
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Reception with a Vintage Flair

Posted by Jen on Aug 24, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Stephanie and Lane had the most beautiful wedding reception at Bella Vista last month. Stephanie thought of every detail to create a vintage feel, from the old typewriter, burlap runners, and material garland behind the cake, to the homemade bread and jams and their presentation on the buffet table. Great job. Thanks for sharing your day with us at Bella Vista. Tasha did a beautiful job creating...
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Wedding Extras

Posted by Jen on Jun 2, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off There are a lot of little details that go into making your reception special. Backdrops, flowers, centerpieces, dance floors, sparklers, fabric ceilings, chinese lanterns, candy jars, toppers, sashes. The list can be endless. That’s not even including all the things you would need if you were doing your own catering. You could go crazy not to mention broke trying to find and buy all the...
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Wedding Reception with a Theme

Posted by Jen on May 19, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Jenny & Devon are big Disney fans. They chose to decorate their reception at Bella Vista with “Cinderella and Prince Charming” as their theme. Some themes can be really hard to pull off. There is a fine line between classy and tacky. Jenny’s mom did an incredible job pulling all the little details together to create a classy look. From pumpkins and glass slippers as...
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Jason & Sharolee

Posted by Jen on Apr 28, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off The day of a wedding can be very stressful for the mother of the bride especially when there is a tight schedule between the ceremony, luncheon and reception. Then, if she is trying to do all the decorating for the reception it can be overwhelming. The mother of the bride wants to enjoy the day with her daughter, family and friends and not stress about all the little details of decorating. If it...
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Not where you’re expecting a wedding venue to be

Posted by Jen on Apr 20, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off “WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?” is what I hear often. It might be because we are so new but most likely it’s because people don’t associate a reception center being inside an office building. They often drive right by looking for us, not thinking we’re located in there; but we’re here. We are located on the 3rd floor. At night we have a stunning view of Utah Lake,...
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Open House Tuesday April 26th 6-8pm

Posted by Jen on Apr 20, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off If you are still looking for some final details for your special day come join us for an open house. We have invited some of the best vendors to join us that night Brown Brothers Catering * Rare Occasions Cakery * All Events Photobooth * Utah Linens * Whitney Lewis Photography We would love to have you and your guest join us. Please RSVP bellavistautah.com to confirm how many will be there. This...
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Vanessa & Lucas

Posted by Jen on Feb 6, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Photographer Mo.tif motion and stills Flowers: Jill Krammer Caterer: Marvellous Catering DJ: MBX-treme DJ Wedding Planner: Dear Friend and...
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Brooke & Kevin

Posted by Jen on Feb 1, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off I was so excited to get these pictures from Dan. I had seen the proofs I knew that he had taken some stunning pictures of the evening. Take a look pictures courtesy of: Dan Hixson Photography Flowers: Pam’s Floral Garden Photogrpahy:Dan Hixson Photography Cake: Cakes by Dawna Catering: Family Wedding Planner: Melissa Bowen, “Sweet...
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Rashell & Colby

Posted by Jen on Jan 15, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off This was such a fun wedding with lots of DIY projects. The bride and groom’s style and personality were in all the details, from the candy station to the photo booth style pictures. Alix at alixann loosle photography did a great job of capturing it...
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Thanksgiving Point Bridal Fair

Posted by Jen on Jan 13, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off If your engaged or think you might be getting engaged, your in luck. This Saturday, Thanksgiving Point is sponsoring their Bridal Fair. Vendors from all over will be there to help make the planning of your day easier. If you’re still looking for a venue for your reception or ceremony stop by our booth. We would love to answer any questions and give you more details. We will be offering a...
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Carey & Robert

Posted by Jen on Jan 11, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Carey and Robert chose an intimate wedding dinner with some of their closest friends and family to share their wedding day. One of the little extras Carey added was black and white photos of Robert and her hanging around the room. It added a great personal touch to the room. Photographs courtesy of Marika...
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Backdrop Option

Posted by Jen on Jan 6, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Bella Vista has beautiful windows that frame the bride and groom, but here is an option if you want a little more. Stay tuned for some stunning pictures of our December...
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Christmas Party gone Cowboy

Posted by Jen on Dec 8, 2010 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Who says you have to use christmas trees, wreaths and poinsettias when your decorating for a christmas party. Check out this event for Petersen Medical. When it’s time to host your next corporate event or party give us a...
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Kylie & Jeremy

Posted by Jen on Oct 20, 2010 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Here’s some beautiful pictures from Kylie and Jeremy’s wedding. Photographs courtesy of McKenzie Deakins Vendors: Photographer: Mckenzie Deakins Wedding Planner: Magot Green Catering: marvellouscatering Flowers: Jill Krammer Cake: Lisa at...
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Cali & Bryan

Posted by Jen on Sep 5, 2010 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Photography by: Matthew Ryan...
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Use all 5 senses to make your event memorable!

Posted by Jen on Aug 25, 2010 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Do you want your wedding reception or ceremony to be remembered or talked about for days? The key to making your event a rich and fulfilling experience for your guests is to incorporate all five senses. VISUAL - TASTE - SOUND - SCENT - TOUCH VISUAL - is the first thing people notice when they come into your event. Make sure it flows and is visually appealing. You...
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Wedding Send Offs

Posted by Jen on Aug 10, 2010 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Your church or reception venue might have restrictions on wedding send offs because of the mess they create. Here are some fun and creative options. Bubbles intimateweddings Ribbon Wands intimateweddings intimateweddings has a great tutorial on ribbon wands go on over and check it...
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Kristina Doerr & Shane Maggio’s Wedding Reception

Posted by Jen on Jul 29, 2010 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off Kristina and Shane had been so frustrated looking for a reception center to celebrate their marriage. They had looked everywhere for something new and fresh. They found it at BELLA VISTA. Margot, one of our wedding planners, custom made a wedding that was perfect for them. Craig from State Street Feed and Supply Caterers was a HIT. Everyone loved the interactive pasta bar. Fresh pasta made in...
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Kimberly Harris & Michael Yackman Wedding Reception

Posted by Jen on Jul 24, 2010 in Blog, Uncategorized | Comments Off This was a wedding that was near and dear to Margot, our wedding planner. Michael is Margot’s nephew. He and Kim asked Margot to create an elegant wedding that would knock the socks off their guests. Margot didn’t let them down. When it comes to elegance, Bella Vista was the perfect backdrop for their special night. The large, floor to ceiling windows gave their guests views of Utah...
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