Nicole and Randy's "Surprise Wedding"

When it comes to Wedding planning, long engagements and months of making tedious decisions can become overwhelmingly exhausting and emotional. The details are easy to get caught up in, and sometimes the love that brought a couple together gets lost somewhere between finding a dress that puts the Bride at Disney Princess status and a centerpiece so beautiful that it somehow inspires even the weirdest of Uncles to act normal on his niece's special day (Sorry Uncle Jimmy). At Events by Kristin, we get ridiculously excited about each couple's unique love story, and were ecstatic about being a part of the creative vision of Nicole and Randy.  

This awesome couple set up an "Engagement Party" at Times Ten Cellar in downtown Fort Worth. The couple invited 40 of their closest friends and family, and then shocked everyone when the alleged Engagement celebration was actually their WEDDING!

The bride-to-be contacted us the day after Randy proposed with the totally out of the box idea of a "Surprise Wedding," and of course, we LOVED it! Nicole was somehow able to keep her engagement a secret for the the four months leading up to the Big Day, and the unconventional concept turned out to be a stellar success. Thank you for letting us be a part of the best surprise party ever, and also for reminding us that marriage is about love shared over a lifetime, and that the Wedding day is merely the beginning of a beautiful journey!

For favors, Nicole had personalized wine charms ordered for each guest. How perfect since the event was at a Wine Cellar!

Since this wedding was far from traditional, Nicole and Randy opted to do a Dessert Buffet instead of the traditional cakes.

Thanks to all of our wonderful vendors who helped make this amazing event so successful!
The Venue: Times Ten Cellars in downtown Fort Worth
Wedding Planner: Events by Kristin
Photography: 4 Lily Photography
Floral: Flower Market on 7th
Catering: Pappas Catering
Officiant: Love Notes
Stationary, Invitations ect: Art Courture Invitations
Linens & Rentals: TLC Event Rentals

By Marissa Hausmann & Kristin Mullen

Weather You Like it or Knot

True Story: I spent upwards of two hours poolside on Saturday afternoon. Basking. No agenda, no iPod, not even a book...just good old fashioned sunbathing. I even went swimming a little. I also went swimming on Tuesday...in a torrential downpour that boasted ridiculous winds and scenes shockingly similar to the movie Twister. Yes, my friends, it's Springtime in Texas!

Outdoor Weddings can be the most breathtaking events, weather permitting. But what happens when a surprise storm rains on your proverbial parade? Will you have bad luck forever? Is your Big Day ruined?

Make It Rain

In some cultures rain is actually good luck, and can represent cleansing or stronger unity in the marriage. The idea that a wet knot is harder to untie is behind this theory. Rain was also a symbol of fertility to agricultural societies, since rain restored and maintained the wellness of crops. Crops were peoples main source of stability and income...so perhaps rain on your Wedding Day could result in you making it rain (cash money style) on many days in the future.

Back It Up

Regardless of how many times you check and re-check the 10-Day forecast, you never know what each new day - or hour, for that matter - will bring your way. This is why you must have a back up plan! Having a Wedding Planner can completely save your Big Day when it comes to last minute changes and emergencies. With the help of a professional planner, what could have been a complete disaster can turn into an amazing one-of-a-kind event that wows your guests. Improvisation, creativity, and resourcefulness are an absolute necessity for any outdoor Ceremony or Reception.


As always, if you have questions or need advise - please do not hesitate to give us a call or shoot us an email at Kristin@EventsbyKristin.net. At Events by Kristin, we LOVE love and are pretty much obsessed with making your dream Wedding or event become a reality! Remember, life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass...it's about learning to dance in the rain!

By Marissa Hausmann