January 15th,2011 By Olga Goddard I LOVED working with Beth &Elliott! They are so gracious and elegant couple! Love the wedding colors:orange,white and true blue. The couple got married in the St. George LDS Temple,followed by a reception at a private residence. Beth and Elliott wanted a simple,garden-themed reception. Beth &Elliott’s wedding was featured on Utah Bride &Groom Magazine blog back in December 2010. 
Today Beth &Elliott’s Love Story (with a lot of amazing details) is on my blog. Bride &Groom: Elliott and Elizabeth (or Beth)
Ceremony: St. George Utah Temple
Reception place: Private residence
Wedding Flowers: Olga Goddard’s Floral Design
Wedding Cake: Bridal Cakes by Yvonne
Catering: 25 Main in St George,UT
Wedding Photographer: Green Apple Photography Occupations: Elliott:Research assistant and student. Beth:Student HOW DID YOU MEET? We met at work in St. George,UT. I came in for an interview and Elliott was the one to give me a tour of the building. I was the first to catch his eye but it didn’t take long for him to catch mine. HOW DID HE PROPOSE? While visiting St. George,we found an old out of commission tandem bike. We bought it for around 17 dollars and took back to home to Salt Lake City. We spent a couple of months fixing up the bike together. One Saturday in November,Elliott and I had planned to finish the bike and take it out for it’s first ride. Elliott,however,had different plans. He coordinated with my mom to get me out of the house in the morning. My mom and I left and little did I know Elliott was in my garage finishing the bike. When I got home,he called me and told me to come outside. He was standing in my driveway and the bike was finished! He had loaded the basket with something (I couldn’t tell what it was). We took the bike down the driveway and out into the street only to have the bike chain break (it had to be over 30 years old). Luckily where he was planning on going was across the street from a bike shop so we planned to cruise down the hill to the shop. When we got there he kept idling in front of the bike shop and looking to his left. It took me a couple of seconds to see what he kept looking at,but eventually I caught on. The local Tower Theatre across the street had a personalized message on it’s marquee. It read “Beth will you marry me?”He then got down on his knee and asked if I would. Of course,I said yes. In the basket he had brought a few of my favorite treats and a thermos of hot chocolate.  
WEDDING THEME:Simple,garden. Colors were true blue,white,and mango. 
 
MENU: Luncheon:Jimmy John sandwiches,homemade chicken pasta salad,jones soda,and homemade sugar cookies. Reception:Catered by 25 Main in St. George,UT. This was one of our favorite restaurants while we were living in St. George. It was perfect for our wedding. They provided a strawberry poppy seed salad,bruschetta,fruit,turkey and smoked ham sandwich wraps and lemonade. We also had éclairs (from a different bakery),and cake of course! (made by Bridal Cakes by Yvonne). 
THE BRIDE WORE: An eggshell dress made by the seamstress at The Bride Shop in Salt Lake City,UT. Accessories included a pearl necklace and pearl earrings from the groom. THE GROOM WORE: A dark grey morning suit,white dress shirt,black leather shoes,and a blue,white,and grey tie. 
SOMETHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADD/SHARE ABOUT YOUR WEDDING? We brought the tandem bike down from Salt Lake to be part of the wedding. It was on display at our reception. We also rode off on the bike when we left the reception. Also,one of our favorite things about the wedding reception was the photo booth we rented. To sign the guest book,guests had to go and get their picture taken in the booth,post their picture in the book,and sign next to it. ADVICE YOU WOULD LIKE TO GIVE TO THE FEATURE BRIDES AND GROOMS: Have fun with wedding plans and the actual day. It’s your day. Start planning early,don’t be afraid to delegate responsibilities,and just enjoy it! It doesn’t have to be perfect for it to be your perfect day (one of my bridesmaid’s hair caught on fire). Find simple locations and find creative ways to make it personal,fun,and different. Remember what the wedding is really about and don’t stress about all the small details. You may also love: January 3rd,2011 By Olga Goddard A few weeks ago I did a post about using carnations as additional flowers in centerpieces,bouquets and boutonnieres. Today I would like to talk about using carnations as a main flower in wedding floral designs. Ever wonder how many different styles of wedding centerpieces can be created with carnation pomander balls? I want to share with you a few that I have created lately. 1. Tall clear vase with 3 yellow Gerbera Daisies arranged inside and with a purple Carnation Pomander ball on the top. A bit of colorful wire completes this distinctive arrangement.  
2. Four different colored Carnation Pomander balls create a very striking centerpiece. Birds of Paradise and Roses add a tropical look to this intriguing arrangement. 
3. Three different colors of Carnation Pomanders placed on various height vases. You could add some flowers inside the vases or place rose petals around them to add even more flavor to this charming centerpiece. 
4. Carnations play an important role in this centrepiece that combines 3 arrangements of different shapes and sizes. Purple Gladiolus,green Chrysanthemums and a green Carnations pomander come together in this unusual and trendy centrepiece.  
5. Carnations create an elegant welcome for your guests at the entrance to the reception center. Don’t they look great?  
Location:The Ledges of Saint George
Photographer:Tiffany Jane Photography
Rentals &Décor:Samantha Martino with Martino Weddings &Decor,Salt Lake City
Flowers:Olga Goddard with My Favorite Flowers You may also love: December 21st,2010 By Olga Goddard I was so excited when the talented Annette Belnap from the Little Jems Photography sent over these beautiful pictures of Lindsey and Shawn’s wedding day. Congratulations,Lindsey &Shawn –it was so fun being a part of your wedding day! Bride &Groom:Lindsey &Shawn
Wedding date: May,22nd
Wedding Colors:Spa Blue &Off white
Ceremony &Wedding Reception: The Bell Tower reception center
Wedding Flowers:by Olga Goddard with My Favorite Flowers
Wedding Pictures: Annette with Little Jems Photography 
Caskade style bridal bouquet:Dendrobium Orchids,Roses,Oriental Lilies,Stephanotis,pearls. 
Bridesmaid Bouquets include:One Dozen off-white Roses,Stephanotis and spa blue pearls. Cream Ribbon. 
Centerpieces:Spa Blue water,white Oriental Lilies,off-white Tulips,white Hydrangea,off-white Roses. 
You may also love: December 16th,2010 By Olga Goddard Our work was featured on Utah Bride and Groom Magazine blog. I LOVE the bright colors of Beth &Elliott’s wedding and I am so thrilled for their wedding to be picked by the best wedding magazine in Utah. Big thanks to UBG editor Tessa Woolf for including us! Special thank you to Lindsey from Green Apple Photography for great pictures! See more images of this beautiful garden wedding on Utah Bride &Groom magazine blog Beautimatasticly Yours,
Olga Goddard You may also love: December 16th,2010 By Olga Goddard 
Today is actually MY wedding anniversary! It has already been 4 years since Paul and I got married! Wow – how time flies…It is interesting that I scheduled Niki &Eli’s Love Story to be posted today (to be honest I completely forgot that it was my wedding anniversary and I only remembered when my hubby asked me what I would like to do for our anniversary…oops). But anyway,Niki and Eli are absolutely special to me…I enjoyed working with Niki,but what is more important,we become great friends! And it is not just because we both have expensive taste and love nice things… Niki is very smart,genuine,knows what she wants and she knows what real friendship means. I only spoke with Eli for just a few minutes on their wedding day,but,it was enough for me to realize that these two were created for each other! Here is Niki &Eli’s love story! Bride &Groom: Niki DellaPietra &Eli Woolstenhulme
Wedding date: September,25th 2010
Reception Location: Bell Tower Reception center
Wedding Photographer: Moment 2 Moment Photography
Wedding Flowers: Olga Goddard’s Flowers OCCUPATIONS:
Niki: Jewelry Sales
Eli: Sears,Assistant Store Manager HOW DID YOU MEET? Niki’s version: I was a merchandising associate at Sears,just out of high school;Eli worked in the home improvement department. We started exchanging friendly hellos that turned flirty! Anytime I would need manager’s help,he would be the first to jump in to help,or somehow he would find himself in my department of the store….. after letting his friend know that I was interested and he should ask me out,he finally got the courage to stalk me at the store all day,corner me in the back room and nervously (and very cutely) ask me out on a date. Eli’s version: Had worked with Niki for a couple months and finally asked her out. WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST FUN DATE YOU’HE BEEN ON AS A COUPLE? Niki: I think the first time we went to Vegas. We walked around and watched the water show at the Bellagio. Ultra romantic. WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE QUALITIES ABOUT EACH OTHER? Niki: He is funny and charming;he cares about his family and is always concerned about me.
Eli: She is warm and loving,and cares about me and my family. 
HOW DID HE PROPOSE? Niki: It was Christmas Eve,and we always open our presents to each other on Christmas Eve because we usually spend the night at his parent’s house that night. We were sitting in front of the tree and we were about done opening gifts when I said we should probably get going to his parent’s house soon. He said ‘what makes you think we’re done?’ then he said that he wanted me to stand up,and knowing him I though he was going to give me a necklace or something because he said it was “kinda cheesy” so I’m standing there,completely unaware of what he is doing,with my eyes closed,and…. The doorbell rings. He’s like “Don’t open your eyes!” So apparently our neighbour of 3 months decided that 9 pm on Christmas Eve was the appropriate time to come introduce her. So she brought candy and whatnots,so I of course was distracted. As soon as she walks away,Eli was like “go back to the tree and close your eyes” by this time I was starting to get somewhat suspicious. So there I am,by the tree eyes closed,and he asked if I was ready. I said yes,and he was all “I don’t think you are..” then he said I could open my eyes,and there he was,kneeling next to the tree,ring in hand and a huge smile on his face. I was so shocked,I just stood there. Finally I started to cry and said yes! Eli: Christmas Eve,in our home,by our Christmas tree. WEDDING THEME:Classic elegant wedding MENU: Buffet spread NIKI WORE: Maggie Sottero ‘Vita’ AKA- most amazing dress ever! ELI WORE: Simple but elegant Calvin Klein tux SOMETHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADD/SHARE ABOUT YOUR WEDDING PLLANNING OR WEDDING DAY: I planned it myself,and I loved it! The day went amazing and everything I wanted happened. ADVISE YOU WOULD LIKE TO GIVE TO THE FEATURE BRIDES AND GROOMS: Just remember that it’s your day. Yes it’s stressful and can get hard,but you get this one day and that’s it. Take your time walking down the aisle. Everything somehow works out and is just what you wanted. You may also love: December 16th,2010 By Olga Goddard 
Congratulations to Jessica and Stephen who got married in August in sunny St George (in Southern Utah). Their colors were red,white and tiffany blue. Jessica wanted to have a million red Roses (well,almost)! 
A Summer wedding ceremony on the Terrace in front of the water fall with hundreds of red Roses,Manzanita Trees,Crystals and thousands rose petals along the aisle – sounds like a dream wedding,doesn’t it? 
Their three tier Red Velvet wedding cake was accented with red Roses and Tiffany Blue ribbon. 
Bridal Bouquet of 3 dozen red Roses accented with sparkling crystals looked absolutely stunningly gorgeous! 
Centerpieces:Red Roses and white painted Curly Willow arranged in the 11” clear glass rectangular vase with off-white stones on the bottom. 
Sign-in table arrangement:white China Mums,red Roses,white Oriental Lilies,red Gerberas and Curly Willow painted in Tiffany Blue color. Rose petals were fixed on the Curly willow and the Bear grass. 
Many thanks to Wendy from “kwBale photography” for the great images. Location:Sunbrook Reception Center
Wedding Photographer:kwBale Photography
Wedding Flowers:Olga Goddard’s Plant &Floral Design Jessica &Stephen also shared their love story with me that I posted a few weeks ago. Unexpected,pleasant surprises happened during the wedding proposal when a famous American Idol singer got involved. Do you want to know what happened? Read their love story here. You may also love: November 22nd,2010 By Olga Goddard 
Bride &Groom: Stephen &Jessica Shake
Wedding date: August,6th 2010
Location: Sunbrook Reception center
Photographer: kwBALE photography
Flowers: Olga Goddard’s Flowers 2. Occupations: Jessica: Outpatient Service Specialist
Stephen: Personal Banker 3. How did you meet? Jessica: Met through a past friend of Stephens
Stephen: Long time friends than started dating 4. What has been the most fun date you’ve been on as a couple? Jessica: When we went to Las Vegas for Stephens birthday to See The O
Stephen: When we first started going Snowboarding together. 5. What are your favorite qualities about each other? Jessica: Stephen would do anything for anyone,he has the sweetest heart and is so caring.
Stephen: Very caring and supportive and always goes out of her way to please the ones she loves. 6. How did he propose? Jessica: It was my birthday,and so he said we would be going out for dinner that night. He took me to the Riverwalk grill in Sunriver where we had a fancy dinner. Stephen told me his friends mom works there and takes pictures,so the whole night she was taking pictures of us and I didnt know why. Turns out at the end of our meal the waiter brought out dessert,and on that dessert plate was a Tiffany’s box. I opened the box and there was a ring,instantly started crying. Stephen than stood up in front of the whole restaurant and began to say how much he loved me and cared about me. Than he grabbed my hand and got on one knee and proposed. I thought that was the best part of the night..but little did we both know David Archuletta was there eating with his manager and grandpa. The restaurant was closed by this time and so we were the only ones left in there. David’s manager came over to us and asked if we had a song. We said,“No.” She asked if it would be ok if David sang a song to us. So as its just us in the restaurant. David came over and shook our hands and said congratulations and chose a song to sing to just us. He sang the most perfect,cute song,it was amazing! Later that night we found out David had tweeted about singing to us and said congrats to us again on twitter. So Stephen being sneaky,planned having all these pictures taken,so now we have the whole night to look back on in all our pictures. It was by far the best night of my life!! 
Stephen: It was her birthday I decided to take her to dinner,little did she know it was a surprise I had the whole evening planned. We had an elegant dinner and as they brought out dessert they brought her,her ring. She was shocked and I got nervous because I knew I had to stand up in front of everyone. Finally,got the nerve to bend down on one knee and asked her to marry me. Shortly after when the restaurant closed David Archuletta wanted to sing a song to us that was “our” song. We told him we didn’t have one,he thought of a song to sing that is very special to us now,and is officially our song now. 
7. Wedding theme: I didn’t really have a theme,just wanted to make sure I had lots of roses,and kept the Tiffany color everywhere. 8. Menu: Chicken Salad sandwiches,Red velvet Cupcakes with cream cheese frosting and Tiffany blue pearls ,Cookies,fruit variety,Lemonade and water and we had a 3 tier Red Velvet wedding cake. 9. Jessica wore: Ivory Designer wedding gown 10. Stephen wore: Black tuxedo with a white shirt,paisley ivory tie with a Tiffany blue vest. 11. Something else you would like to add/share about your wedding planning or wedding day: Jessica:What will always stick out in my head of that day,will be seeing my two nieces walking down before me throwing rose petals than finally seeing Stephen at the end of the aisle smiling will always be my favorite part! Stephen: Was the best day of my life! 12. Advice you would like to give to the feature brides and grooms: Realize that planning a wedding is extremely stressful,and can cause many fights and being the bride cause you to be very emotional  And to remember its your day,do whatever you want! When the day arrives,cherish it..because it goes by so fast! You may also love: October 25th,2010 By Olga Goddard These lovely country style Bridals pictures were captured by the talented Tiffany Jane. Jennifer,the Bride,is from Michigan and it was so much fun working with her. She wanted to have a very unusual and a little bit crazy looking bouquet. Well,this was totally something I was able to help her with . Unusual looking bouquets with distinctive details –that is what I love to do! Flowers included in the bridal bouquet:white China Mums,light pink Lisianthus,Echinacea,China berries,chocolate Dalia. Distinctive bouquet wrap with white satin ribbon and Curly willow branches adorned with white pearls. 
- Bridal bouquet:White China Mums,Echinacea,China berries,pink Lisianthus,chocolate Dalia,curly willow branches.
- Country style bridal bouquet
What flowers were included in your Bridal bouquet? See you soon,
Olga Goddard You may also love: October 18th,2010 By Olga Goddard Lorena &Jake drove from Los Angeles,CA to tie the knot in beautiful Southern Utah. I enjoyed working with both of them and their families. Such warm,fun and friendly people! I was surprised and delighted when Lorena’s Dad greeted me in Russian. 
Well,there is a superstition – that it’s good luck to have rain on your wedding day. Guess what – there was very heavy rain while I was setting up a floral arch (outside). Jake was so nice – he created a tent for me out of a tarp so that I could stay dry while I was fixing flowers on the arch…and in my heart I was asking that the rain would stop by the time the ceremony would start. The rain stopped and the air was so fresh!!! This wedding was absolutely beautiful – with a very warm and homey atmosphere. Flowers included in the bridal bouquet:white Hydrangea,light pink Gerbera,white Lisianthus,succulent plants. 
Flowers included in the arch:white Hydrangea,auntique green Hydrangea,light pink Gerbera,white Gerbera,light pink Lisianthus,white Lisianthus,Curly willow,succulent plants. 
Reception centerpiece with light pink Gerbera and candles. 
Vintage style white wedding cake. Flowers:white Lisianthus &Succulents. 
Bride &Groom: Lorena &Jake
Wedding date: June,12th 2010
Location: Green Gate Village of St. George UT
Catering &Wedding Cake: Courtyard by Marriott St George UT
Photographer: Composure Photography
Flowers: Olga Goddard’s Flowers Check back soon –I have more pictures of the real weddings to share with you! Beautimatasticly Yours,
Olga Goddard. You may also love: October 11th,2010 By Olga Goddard What do you get when a fun,beautiful,and awesome couple and a family dog Chewi get together with a creative photographer Tiffany Jane? A super cool Bridals session! Love the details:apples,red shoes,black feather,bridge and of course a very handsome dog Chewi! Enjoy! 
Flowers included in the bridal bouquet:red Roses “Freedom”,Stephanotis,black Ostrich feather. Black ribbon accent for the bouquet holder. See you soon,
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