Wednesday Venue Spotlight

Venue Spotlight: The Mansion - Texas Federation of Women's Clubs

A Texas historic landmark, The Mansion has been around since 1931. It has so much charm that it does not require much to make it beautiful. Brides are able to rent the entire mansion and utilize the Grand Ballroom, Parlor, Library, Georgian Room and Dining Room! Overall, this is one of my favorite Austin venues with a lot to offer! 

No need for a tent rain plan here, there are enough rooms to accommodate a ceremony and reception

The stage is perfect for having a band for your entertainment

weddspot.com

 benfield photography

Location: 
2312 San Gabriel St. 
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 476-5845

Venue Spotlight

Guess the Venue 

Caroline and Ben Photography 

Beautiful landscaping 

Lulu Lopez Modern Photography

Captivating Stained Glass Windows

Lulu Lopez Modern Photography

Ability to Tent Outdoors

theknot.com

Plenty of Trees and Green Space

It is Mercury Hall! 

Mercury Hall has been an Austin venue favorite for a while...built in 1904 a while! It is located minutes south of downtown and can be transformed to accommodate so many different styles. Indoor capacity is 120-150 guests and using both indoor and outdoor is up to 250. We would love to help your wedding day dream become a reality at Mercury Hall. 

Mercury Hall
Events & Performance Center
615 Cardinal Lane
Austin, TX 78704
info@mercuryhall.com 
mercuryhall.com  

Wednesday Venue Spotlight

Venue Spotlight: Memory Lane Event Center

Inked Fingers Fotography

Memory Lane Event Center is located in the beautiful city of Dripping Springs, just outside of Austin, Texas. It has amazing hill country views from its indoor and outdoor ceremony sites. The space at the venue makes it possible to make a whole weekend event out of your wedding. The next Open House is coming up on September 22nd from 3-5PM - check it out!

Phillip Glickman Photography

Why We Love Memory Lane?

• On-site accommodations for the Bride and Groom and up to 15 guests the night of the wedding 

• Tables and chairs for up to 175 guests are provided at no additional cost 

• Large bridal suite making getting ready enjoyable

• Flexibility to choose your caterer 

• Helpful and friendly staff 

Whitney Lee Photography

Memory Lane

Memory Lane 

Memory Lane Event Center

403 K.C. Memory Lane 

Dripping Springs, TX 78620

www.memorylaneweddings.com

Kristi Wright Photography 

*Let Stratford Events make your day at Memory Lane as magical as so many others have been at this beautiful venue* Email me for a free consultation*

Real Wedding: Adrienne and Oscar at the UT Alumni Center

The sun is shining bright outside and it reminded me that I still haven't posted this gorgeous spring wedding from last March. Cheerful yellows, silvery greys, and details of succulents and burlap complete with so many fun DIY projects by the bride & groom. This wedding is sure to inspire you!

Thank you Erica from Whitney Lee Photography for sharing the photos with us! 

Stratford Events 

Sweet Magnolia Floral Studio

The wedding cakes were made by the lovely Mother of the Groom!

Engaged in Austin, Take 2!

I had a great visit with Cheryl from Austin Weddingday Style yesterday! While she was here, she dropped off the GORGEOUS photographs that Jerry Hayes took of our Whimsical Woods room at the Engaged in Austin, Take 2 event. We had a fabulous group of contributers, so check them out!

Design + Coordination: Stratford Events

Floral Design: Sweet Magnolia Floral Studio

Bridal Gowns: Signature Bridal

Cake: Sweet Treets Bakery

Photographer: The Nomad

Entertainment: Hill Country Strings

Stationary: The Pink Tulip

Rentals: Whim Events Rentals

Specialty Rentals: Furbish

Party Animals: The Festive Fox
Venue: Austin Marriott South
Custom Chalk Board Signs: Stratford Events

FAVORS are FUN!

Why are favors important? 

Although not necessary, favors can be a great touch to acknowledge your guests for making the effort to attend your wedding and celebrate with you and your spouse. Each person cleared their schedule for the day or sometimes two, bought a gift, got fixed up and many times, traveled to get to your wedding. 

So...what are some favor options? 

Something Sweet

Smores
(Packaged items are easy to take home)

Honey
(With a cute phrase or locally made)

Candy Bar

(Because everyone loves to make their own goody bag)

Source: Mazel Moments

Something Practical

Glasses or Fans
(Great for outdoor weddings)

  

Source: Rifle Paper Co.

Coozies
(Customizable-Usable-Fun)

Something Fun

Bubbles
(Dual purpose- the grand exit and to keep)

Plants
(To watch grow as your marriage does)

Something Charitable 

Donation
(Instead of giving an actual gift, spend the favor money on a cause that is important to you)

Just Remember to say "thank you!"

Event Planning Internship

Stratford Events Internship

We are looking for some who is creative + organized, fun + focused, and excels in blogging + social media. If you are seeking a great place to intern with over the next year, and meet the qualifications below, please apply! We can't wait to meet you!

 Qualifications:

·      Currently enrolled in undergraduate/graduate coursework seeking internship credit or looking for event experience

·      Professional in appearance and all communication

·      Available on weekends and weekday evenings for potential events (minimum 1-2 per month)

·      Ability to use Word, Excel and do research

·      Office hours 6-8 per week

·      Type A personality (typically)

·      Can communicate effectively written and oral

·      Ability to listen and complete tasks that are assigned in a timely manner

If you believe you are a good fit based on the information above, please submit your resume and cover letter to Lindsey@stratfordevents.com with which semester you are applying for. 

Intern Time Frames (2013-2014):

Summer: Now – August 23

Fall: August 26 – December 21

Spring: January 13 – May 15