Whenever I think of events with those quintessential Southern details, I can’t help but think of our very own Legacy Farms. With its historic Manor house and lush rolling acreage, it is steeped in Southern charm and character!

So for this series of DIY bride blog posts, Legacy Farms is my inspiration. Every idea has this wonderful venue in mind and would work perfectly in the space. Even if you aren’t hosting an event with us here at Legacy, I encourage you to take some of these ideas and add a little Southern charm to your event!

We’ve all see those amazing whisket barrels in thrift stores or old barns. I just love the rustic look of these huge yet functional pieces of wood, but have never been able to think of a good enough use for them to deal with the hassel of transporting one.

Well, we’ve put our heads together and come up with several reasons to lug those big beautiful barrels home with you!

Drink Tables

Cake Table (Note: This is NOT a Bake Shoppe Cake, just an inspiration photo )

Side Tables for Conversational Seating

Floral Arrangements

To arrange a site visit to view our Legacy Farms Venue or for more information on our Main Event Production family and what we can add to your Wedding / Special Event, call us at 615-321-2394 or email Kellie@maineventpro.com

Whenever I think of events with those quintessential Southern details, I can’t help but think of our very own Legacy Farms. With its historic Manor house and lush rolling acreage, it is steeped in Southern charm and character!

So for this series of DIY bride blog posts, Legacy Farms is my inspiration. Every idea has this wonderful venue in mind and would work perfectly in the space. Even if you aren’t hosting an event with us here at Legacy, I encourage you to take some of these ideas and add a little Southern charm to your event!

Mason jars have long since been a symbol of the South, and recently, they have become a very trendy item used in a variety of ways to add a bit of southern character to an event. I’ve found 5 inspiration photos to demonstrate ways to incorporate this trend into your event decor.

Drinking Glasses

This is the traditional way to utilize mason jars during receptions or Special Events. Having a keg? Skip the Pint and Pilsner glasses and opt for mason jars! Or serve a signature lemonade or cocktail in the vintage tumblers.

Lighting

 Whether dangling from wire allowing the glowing orbs of light sway in the wind, adding pops of color and light to a candle chandelier, or simply wrapped in raffia set atop tables in a centerpiece illuminating the smiles on your guests faces, the soft candle light through the glass of a mason jar creates the perfect ambient atmosphere for weddings.

Favors

These precious little pies are assemble and baked right into these pint-sized mason jars making them the perfect portable treat for your guests to take home!

To arrange a site visit to view our Legacy Farms Venue or for more information on our Main Event Production family and what we can add to your Wedding / Special Event, call us at 615-321-2394 or email Kellie@maineventpro.com

These past few weeks of warm weather have given us a taste of Spring and Summer, coaxing many of us to peek out of our cave-like habitats, throw open our curtains and let those beautiful golden rays of warmth bring an end to Winter hibernation.

It  has been so nice outside lately, that a walk around our Legacy Farms venue was too enticing to resist!It brought thoughts of the endless outdoor activities that warm weather brings and had us dreaming of glorious outdoor weddings and events to come. The beauty of the rolling acreage, grandeur of the manor house, and the glistening water-scape creates the picture perfect setting for outdoor soirees.  

Back at the office with Legacy Farms fresh on my mind, I decided to research unique and fun outdoor wedding trends and found several great ways to add a bit of fun and whimsy to your event with outdoor games!

 You’ll fall in love with this amazing Wedding Cornhole game adorned with the charming sillohuets of the Bride and Groom along with brightly colored bags. This game will really break the ice with your guests and have everyone out of their seats, mingling, and enjoying themselves in no time!

I don’t know if it is the warm weather, the smell of freshly cut grass, the sound of crickets chirping, or the soft repetitive glow of the lightening bug, but outdoor events are just so relaxing and fun; a time where people can really let go and celebrate!

A formal event or wedding reception, doesn’t have to consist of the same old traditional dinner and dancing; shake it up a bit, allow your guests to let their hair down, stretch their legs, and enjoy the warm weather!

To arrange a viewing of our Legacy Farms venue or to see how Main Event Productions can add flair to your event, contact us via phone at 615-231-2394 or email Kellie@maineventpro.com

First of all, I would like to thank pinterest for the majority of my inspiration photos for this post!  One of the biggest trends in weddings/ event decor is burlap.

I don’t think there is a better way to incorporate Southern Charm or to evoke that charming rustic feel than the use of burlap. Plus, it is also very inexpensive while at the same time adds elegance to your soiree. We’ve put together a list of our favorite ways to decorate with this lovely fabric.

1. Linens

2. Monogrammed Decor

3. Centerpieces and Table Numbers

4. Cake – This was one that we did for a wedding at one of our favorite venues, Cj’s off the Square

5. Bouquet/Boutineer

6. Utensil Decor

7. Party Favors – coffee beans, sweets, or sachets of seeds for the Bride and Groom farewell

8. Pennants

9. Ceremony ambiance

10. Card Box/ Ring Pillows

For more ideas on how to incorporate burlap into you wedding or event; or to find the perfect charmingly vintage  venue, contact us via phone 615-321-2394 or email us at Kellie@maineventpro.com

Weddings today are all about customization. After all it is YOUR day, so let’s make it as personal as we can! Cake toppers are literally the pinnacle of the cake. Which is why they need to be as beautiful as the piece of confectionery art it sits atop!

Traditional wedding toppers are usually bride and groom statuettes, a metal monogram, or flowers. Those are great, but we’ve got a few ideas for the couple that wants their wedding topper to be as fun and unique as they are! We’ve found 4 DIY inspirations that are sure to fit any wedding theme!

For the Romantic

This topper was made from only wire and beads! The wire was twisted into the cursive monogram of choice then clear and pearl beads were strung along the wire. It’s hard to believe that such an elegant topper was so easy to make!

For the Eco-Friendly

All of these items were purchased at a craft store! The important thing to remember when making this topper is that the base of the nest needs to be smaller than the top tier of your cake. Usually the top tier of a wedding cake is 6 inches in diameter, so a 4 inch foam circle is recommended for the bottom of the birds’ nest. Also it is important to point out that when making a topper, the bottom material should be a food safe item such as the foam circle used here to keep the sticks and moss out of the cake.

For the Vintage Inspired

We LOVE vintage china! What a wonderful way to update the fresh flower wedding cake topper! Simple floral foam inside the tea cup will keep the mini bouquet fresh for days! Just remember to keep this topper light! A heavy topper will sink into the cake below if not well supported, so let your baker know ahead of time if you are planning on using this idea.

For the Organic Couple

Pure. Simple. Wonderful. This cursive lettering was shaped by bending wire then yarn was wrapped around the word.

Any of these inspiration ideas would be a perfect addition to a designer wedding cake from The Bake Shoppe! From the flavors and frosting to the artfully designed decor, The Bake Shoppe will make your wedding cake dreams a reality! Contact us today by phone 615-321-2394 or by email at kellie@maineventpro.com for more details!

What could make your Fantastic Flipbooks booth even more fun? Creating some personalized props!

When booking Fantastic Flipbooks for an event, you are already guaranteed a substantial amount of props ranging from sunglasses to silly hats as well as boas, musical instruments, etc. However, it is always fun to add a few props that will set your photo shoot apart. These can be hand-made or simply purchased at any party store.

While searching for props, keep in mind that it is always better for them to be bright and exaggerated.

Some of our favorites are these handmade mustaches on sticks!

These are so easy to make! All you have to do is cut different shapes of mustaches out of black felt and hot glue them to a wooden skewer! They give such a sense of whimsy to the photographs…

I mean how can you not laugh while holding a large handle-bar mustache over your mouth?

Holding picture frames has become very popular in still photography. It would also make a great prop for Fantastic Flipbooks!

Frames painted with bold colors would definitely make a statement in your photos. As you know, as far as Flipbooks are concerned, movement is key; so moving or spinning a large bright frame would add a great visionary aspect to the shots!

Allow guests to send messages by adding chalkboards!

Since hosts of the event receive a disc with all of the night’s videos, this would be a great way to share best wishes for the Bride and Groom or doodle funny captions to animate their Flipbook!

Fantastic Flipbooks are so fun! Whether you decide to create personalized props or stick with the wide range already offered, a Fantastic Flipbooks booth at your event is sure to please everyone in attendance! For more information visit www.fantasticflipbooks.com or contact us today by phone 615-321-2394 or email Kellie Bryson at kellie@maineventpro.com for more details.

This year the Royal Wedding brought lavish English tradition into the spotlight, sparring a new trend in wedding themes. We are always looking for inspiration at Main Event Productions, and thought we’d share a few ideas with couples who want a little something of the English tea sentiment at their reception.

A few chandeliers over the head table could really evoke the feeling of royalty.

This chandelier was actually made by one of our Legacy Farms couples. Julia and Justin Battles along with the help of family and friends spent two days attaching over 400 tea bags to the wire rings then stringing the tiered chandelier with pearls, moss, and vintage inspired flowers. With all of the love and time invested into this project, they decided to donate THIS chandelier to Legacy Farms for other brides to use!

We especially love the cupcake stands made out of vintage china! Fill the tea cups/bowls with candy coated almonds or flowers and line the plates with cupcakes, scones, or tea cakes. The only thing that could make these more gorgeous are some lovely treats from The Bake Shoppe! Call us today at 615-321-2394 or contact Kellie Bryson at Kellie@maineventpro.com to see how we can help with all your wedding needs!