Clairitek
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After looking at a few venues in my hometown area we have come full circle back to our original idea that was hatched in the summer before we even started looking at rings!
In my hometown there is this ocean side picnic pavilion. I used to have my annual softball picnic here as a little kid! Its located right on this little patch of land and is *literally* a stone''s throw from a rocky beach and water. We think that this place just screams "New England Lobster Boil!!" and fortunately they are pretty affordable. Given the condition of the pavilion (as you can see my bridal canvas) we will have a casual reception here.
Here are some of my ideas for decor:
- Yellow checked tablecloths covering the red rustic picnic tables that come with the pavilion.
- Galvanized aluminum pails or water cans filled with brightly colored flowers- gerbera daises or sunflowers (for a more monochromatic look).
- Mason jars with candles hanging around the perimeter of the pavilion. White Chinese paper lanterns from the interior area (assuming there''s a beam to hang them from).
- Additional candles on the tables depending on the timing of our reception.
Additional ideas:
- Cupcake tower wedding cake with assorted mini pastries for dessert.
- After an hour or so of dancing and after dessert has been served we could wheel out a cooler filled with old fashioned ice cream truck favorites- ice cream sandwiches, drum sticks, popsicles- for our guests to keep their dancing energy up!
- Have a selection of lawn games on hand- bocce, horseshoes (if there is a pit in the area, could be), and volleyball. We would alert guests ahead of time that if the weather is nice to bring some flip flops or comfy shoes so they can enjoy the grounds.
Weather protection- when it rains here it blows sideways off of the water. We plan on measuring the openings of the pavilion to see if rented tent sides would fit in the space. We would mount them and keep them rolled up if its nice. If its raining we will be protected from the weather. The pavilion is large enough that we should be able to fit the food, music, booze, and guests under the roof.
Pros:
- Really cheap to rent ($300!!)
- Can supply our own alcohol for cheap. I have a connection through a liquor store and have already done some good research on affordable wines from Trader Joes.
My friends have volunteered themselves to play bartender for our wine and beer. They won''t know anyone else and they want to repay me for the help FI and I gave them for their own wedding.
- Completely customizable.
- The option to have some games going on could make for some fun wedding photos. Bocce in a flowy romantic wedding gown??
- Parking situation is good. Plenty of it.
- Limited rentals needed, just a few banquet tables for the food. Maybe a few rounds and white garden chairs for our older guests who won''t want to climb into a picnic bench.
- Can afford to have more guests and serve an actual full meal (as opposed to other places where we can only afford to have about 130 people and serve heavy apps).
Cons:
- If its raining a few of the fun unique aspects of the venue will be blown away. Literally.
- This will be a casual, laid back wedding. If we get the hankering to add an elegant touch we''ll have to satify it elsewhere (rehearsal dinner??) Not necessarily a con but something to consider.
- Will require LOTS of help from friends and family to set up. I can see myself getting up at the crack of dawn to set up the space and then getting ready after a few hours of hard manual labor hanging lanterns and lights. I plan on doing pretty much everything myself in terms of flowers. We''d then have to find someone willing to guard the space for us so no on takes anything.
- Concrete floor... not totally romantic.
OK... I would love your opinions on this concept. ALL ideas and input is totally welcome. If you can see other ways to dress up the space I am all ears.
My latest bridal canvas!
In my hometown there is this ocean side picnic pavilion. I used to have my annual softball picnic here as a little kid! Its located right on this little patch of land and is *literally* a stone''s throw from a rocky beach and water. We think that this place just screams "New England Lobster Boil!!" and fortunately they are pretty affordable. Given the condition of the pavilion (as you can see my bridal canvas) we will have a casual reception here.
Here are some of my ideas for decor:
- Yellow checked tablecloths covering the red rustic picnic tables that come with the pavilion.
- Galvanized aluminum pails or water cans filled with brightly colored flowers- gerbera daises or sunflowers (for a more monochromatic look).
- Mason jars with candles hanging around the perimeter of the pavilion. White Chinese paper lanterns from the interior area (assuming there''s a beam to hang them from).
- Additional candles on the tables depending on the timing of our reception.
Additional ideas:
- Cupcake tower wedding cake with assorted mini pastries for dessert.
- After an hour or so of dancing and after dessert has been served we could wheel out a cooler filled with old fashioned ice cream truck favorites- ice cream sandwiches, drum sticks, popsicles- for our guests to keep their dancing energy up!
- Have a selection of lawn games on hand- bocce, horseshoes (if there is a pit in the area, could be), and volleyball. We would alert guests ahead of time that if the weather is nice to bring some flip flops or comfy shoes so they can enjoy the grounds.
Weather protection- when it rains here it blows sideways off of the water. We plan on measuring the openings of the pavilion to see if rented tent sides would fit in the space. We would mount them and keep them rolled up if its nice. If its raining we will be protected from the weather. The pavilion is large enough that we should be able to fit the food, music, booze, and guests under the roof.
Pros:
- Really cheap to rent ($300!!)
- Can supply our own alcohol for cheap. I have a connection through a liquor store and have already done some good research on affordable wines from Trader Joes.
- Completely customizable.
- The option to have some games going on could make for some fun wedding photos. Bocce in a flowy romantic wedding gown??
- Parking situation is good. Plenty of it.
- Limited rentals needed, just a few banquet tables for the food. Maybe a few rounds and white garden chairs for our older guests who won''t want to climb into a picnic bench.
- Can afford to have more guests and serve an actual full meal (as opposed to other places where we can only afford to have about 130 people and serve heavy apps).
Cons:
- If its raining a few of the fun unique aspects of the venue will be blown away. Literally.
- This will be a casual, laid back wedding. If we get the hankering to add an elegant touch we''ll have to satify it elsewhere (rehearsal dinner??) Not necessarily a con but something to consider.
- Will require LOTS of help from friends and family to set up. I can see myself getting up at the crack of dawn to set up the space and then getting ready after a few hours of hard manual labor hanging lanterns and lights. I plan on doing pretty much everything myself in terms of flowers. We''d then have to find someone willing to guard the space for us so no on takes anything.
- Concrete floor... not totally romantic.
OK... I would love your opinions on this concept. ALL ideas and input is totally welcome. If you can see other ways to dress up the space I am all ears.
My latest bridal canvas!
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