the union on eighth

Hey, are you always the last to know the latest scoop? Well, if so, I'd hate for you to look silly being the last to hear about the hippest new wedding and event venue, so let me fill you in... The Union on Eighth stands in the heard of Georgetown's historical district.. Once used as a transmission shoppe, begining in March 2012, the building and lot off to the side will take on a new look. There's no doubt that The Union will soon become one of Austin's most badass wedding and event venue! Stay tuned for more. Until then, here are some special dates you need to know:

Tours and Additonal Information on Booking The Union- Spring 2012
Grand Opening and Wedding Debuts at The Union- Fall 2012

really cool people, in one rad place

Today, we spent the day with some really cool people while we styled an awesome shoot at The Union.  

Paige Newton Photography+Erica Rae+Richard Lizama Videography

can.not wait to share more...

here.there.everywhere

We’ve been so busy spreading the word and work of Sweet Sunday Events over the last few weeks, it’s been nearly impossible to keep up with the blog. Hopefully we have had the chance to chat at one of the numerous open houses or bridal shows, but if not here’s some eye candy you’ve missed out on…

{my iphone}

And be sure to meet our friends...
 Kelly Cameron Photography:

 Paige's Bakehouse:

BIG THANKS to Kelly Cameron Photography for these photos from the Georgetown Bridal Show!

intern needed stat.

Yep, we are bursting at the seams and could really use a few extra hands around here. So, if you love weddings and have a great personality, today just might be your lucky day… we’re looking for an intern!

Are you the perfect combination of Martha Stewart, Anthropologie Curator and Bethenny Frankel? Yes, you say?! Then we need YOU. We’d love to find an intern with a keen eye for style and design, who loves crafty projects and pretty flowers. Intern will also assist with styling projects, event prep and execution.

things that are a must:
• crazy creative with basic sewing knowledge
• available 2-3 days a week + some weekends
• assist in floral arranging and art pieces
• proactive, positive, fun attitude

If you think you can hang, email your resume to info{at}sweetsundayevents{dot}com.

my best friend

Diamonds are {most} girls' best friend, but on the contrary-- pearls have, and will always be there for me!

-Katy

chin chin

Just add a swizzle stick and let the party begin in your drink!

Cheers! -Katy

hearts + arrows

Being a total dork while watching the Housewives Reunion Part 3, I decided to do a little research on the origin of Valentine’s Day for you lovely folks. Legend has it that an evil Roman Emperor once ordered all young men to remain single. He did this because he thought married men made for lousy soldiers. Jerk. Secretly, a priest named Valentine performed marriage ceremonies for young men and their ladies. He later got arrested and thrown in jail for this…buuut still, how romantic!

Sweet Sunday Events definitely appreciates Mr. Valentine for believing in love, because we love weddings. I also love that Gramma and Grampa sent me an XXL Edible Arrangements package filled with chocolate covered strawberries. Hope you and yours have a love and chocolate filled day.

-Rachel

sweet overload

Let's just come to terms with it already. We all have a bit of kid in us all, still as adults. Well, at least I know I still have a bit of fat kid in me! Although I was a weird child who loved broccoli {Yeah, seriously. So weird.}, I still remember loading up on homemade donuts, running after the ice cream man {my brother and I had a no fail system in catching that guy} and oh-my! Great American Cookie Co. sweets-- I still crave cookie sandwiches! A wedding sounds like the perfect occasion to let our inner fat kid break out for a night of indulgence, don't you think?!

-Katy

favorite {wedding} friday

It's pretty common for me to be so uninspired and bored by most weddings posted in the blogosphere-- I know, I know, bahhh-humbug, right?! But boy did my eyes widen as the hair on my arms raised as soon as I clicked on 100 Layer Cake's blog and the wedding of my dreams loaded on the computer screen. The warm indie feeling of the photos, the dinner party-esque setup and not to mention we rent out many of the items used in this wedding-- the mismatched vintage glasses, chairs and we've hand dipped feathers in paint just as they did over the dance floor...

imperfect is just perfect

Unbalanced arrangements get me every.time. Those with a dose of whimsy add so much more personality in any space than the uppity rounded and over thought centerpieces of the past. Just look how fabulous these free flowing flowers look...

-Katy

leopard lovin’

Latest obsession, leopard print.  Pairing a leopard flat with some skinnies or making an ensemble pop with a leopard belt brings out the inner glam diva.  Wouldn’t this be a fun pattern to bring into an event?  Done correctly, animal print can add the perfect amount of fun to your design without being overbearing.  Just think about it… and don’t be afraid to take a step outside of your box.  Rarrr!

Side note: We have big plans for leopard print paired with neons in our next photo shoot. Excited? Well, you should be!

-Rachel



two sticks and yarn

We mentioned earlier this season that we have shifted our interest from “antique” to all things “mod”.  Adding a knitted pattern to contemporary furniture and accents is still A-OK, though.  It gives a softness that is often lost in more modern designs…and who doesn’t like soft things?  Come on, chairs get cold too! Next on the agenda, learn how to knit.

-Rachel



oh, deer

Who loves antlers? We do, we do! And apparently so do a few of our awesome Spring brides. You probably think rustic when you hear antlers, but oh no,no,no, think whimsy and mid century modern. With the small addition of antlers to your wedding decor you get a sense of warmth and fun, just like this...

-Katy