Reader Ideas for our Black, White & Green Palate

Happy Monday!

We received a huge response to the Black,White & Green inspirations story! Thanks to those who sent in photos! Check out the ideas below.

Enjoy,
Beka

An Amazing Woman

Hi Everyone,


Today I am celebrating the life of Amanda Gasser. She was a childhood friend who was diagnosed with breast cancer a little over 2 years ago and sadly passed away yesterday morning. She was the most energetic, fun spirited person I have ever come in contact with and want her to story to be an inspiration. She was the wife of Shawn, the mom of Addison, the sister to 6 brothers and sisters and the daughter of Bob and Mary Lane. She was someone I always looked up to and who could always make everyone laugh with her sarcastic humor. I know she will be missed dearly by friends and family and I hope that her life will be remembered with lots of love and laughter. She and her family had set up a website with the Caring Bridge which is an amazing organization for people with critical illnesses. She had a journal which she updated with reports of her progress and she was able to read guest book entries from people which she said helped her make it through the hard days. I would truly recommend this site to anyone who is going through a similar situation with a friend or family member.

Take a moment today and celebrate someone's life!
xoxo,
Beka

Inspired by color: Black, Green, and White!

Hey Guys! I have started looking around for inspiration for an upcoming wedding at the Fuel House in May. If you haven't seen this space and are looking for an amazing venue for your wedding, it is a must see. Black, green, and white have been our color inspirations and we have found some really fun ideas. I am so excited to start working on this event, I will keep you posted as the event nears. If you have any ideas for the wedding I would love to hear them.

















Thanks to these two blogs for the inspiration!
Beka
Flat Toothpick & The Finer Things

The Wonderful & Talented Jackie Bayne!

Hey Everyone!

Over the weekend I hosted a baby shower for a friend of mine that is having a little girl this spring. She already has two boys so I really wanted to make the shower girlie and I thought about parties when I was a little girl and I loved tea parties the most, so I decided to have a tea party for Libby and the litte lady to come. Jackie Bayne, who is an amazingly talented photographer shot the party for me, and I can't wait to share the images with you. The ladies came in their hats and gloves and we had the best time. As soon as the pictures are ready, I will post them for you to view. In the meantime, check out a wedding that Innove did with Jackie last summer and also check her website to see more of her wonderful work! THANKS JACKIE!!!!!!

Enjoy,
Beka

Yes We Did, Part Two!

We kicked off the inaugural celebration with a bang at the "Yes We Did" party on January 19th, in Washington D.C. The party took place at the Washington Plaza Hotel, and we were absolutely delighted to share this occasion with close to 1,200 guests! The Pennsylvania fare of mini cheese steaks and warm pretzels, set the tone for a festive cocktail party. Tribeca Grand and Sister Sledge rocked the house with energetic performances and Broadway for Obama, a children's ensemble, added a youthful spirit to the evening. The party was a success and we had a great time. We were so excited to meet Maria Cooke, from Ritzy Bee who stopped by before the event to wish us luck. A special thanks to Janie Medley, for creating amazing flower arrangements, including the cutest customized stationary for the "Yes We Did" tree that graced the entrance to the party. Also a huge thanks to Laura Luis from Three Lights Photography, for taking beautiful pictures of the event. We look forward to many more events with you guys! Here are some pictures from the party.



















P.S. - This weekend I am hosting a "Tea Party" themed baby shower in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. I will make sure to post pictures!

Have a great weekend!
Beka

Yes We Did, Sneak Peek!

Hey Everyone!

Here are a few photos from the Yes We Did party in DC. The wonderful Laura Luis from Three Lights Photography did such an amazing job capturing the details. Check out a few of the arrangments by Janie Medley...I will post more tomorrow!

Have a great Monday!
Beka

Upcoming Event, "Yes We Did" Celebration

We have been working on planning the "Yes We Did" party which is taking place on Monday, January 19th in Washington, DC at the Washington Plaza Hotel. We are honored to have Janie Medley from The Bride's Cafe designing the floral arrangements for the event! She has created amazing designs for the both the ballroom and a private party held before the main event. We are so looking forward to working with her on this event and hopefully many more in the future!

The party is going to be a blast with performances by Sister Sledge, Tribeca Grand, and various speeches including one from Pennsylvania's own, Sharon Stone. Check out the website to see more details about this event and others leading up to the big day!

Have a great weekend!
Beka

Winter Wedding, Nashat & Vinodh

On December 20, 2008, Nashat and Vinodh had an absolutely beautiful winter wedding at the Ritz Carlton in Philadelphia. I had the priviledge of working with the couple to design custom stationery for their big day. Nashat and I worked closely on their save the dates all the way through to their wedding programs and escort cards. She wanted the colors to be inspired by the icy winter wonderland that Nancy Saam was creating for their reception with crystalized branches and candle light. We had so much fun working together and I am so happy to share a few photos from their wedding with you. To see more photos of their wedding check out Marie Labbancz's blog. Also, stop by the Innove Paper Blog to see more details on Nashat and Vinohd's stationery.

Happy New Year from Innove!

Well, 2008 has come and gone and we are looking forward to an exciting 2009! We have a lot of great events coming up this spring and are looking forward to sharing them with you. I was just in Arizona on vacation and came across the most amazing venue for a wedding, you have to check it out! Boojum Tree offers beautiful hidden gardens to have your wedding ceremony and an amazing courtyard for your cocktails and reception. I think Arizona would be a fun place for a destination wedding. There are so many things to do and see!

Have a great Tuesday and we will see you tomorrow!
Beka

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