AWESOME is the best word to describe Homeslice Band. The are a fun, “get the party rockin” kind of band with some serious talent! A nine-piece vocal and horn musical powerhouse band based in Denver, Colorado, their enthusiastic and animated performances captivate and entertain a wide variety of audiences. Homeslice has it all: from funk to soul, jazz to rock, jump swing to ballads, old school to modern originals, and covers for all ages. Every song is danceable and guarantees a good time!

Homeslice performed at my own wedding and honestly, I don’t think there was a minute that they played when our guests were not dancing. And I mean everyone  – from our 7 year old flower girls to my 90 year old grandma – was on the dance floor all night long! Our guests are still raving about how much fun our band was.

As I said, they are are awesome!

Brooke Hill
Owner & Principal Event Designer
The Celebration Studio

Photo courtesy of Stephen Sanderson Photography

Photo courtesy of Stephen Sanderson Photography

Photo courtesy of Stephen Sanderson Photography

Happy 2010! In celebration of the new decade, the celebration studio is offering one lucky couple the chance to win a complete wedding planning & design package! If you’re getting married in Colorado on or before December 30, 2010, you are eligible to win our “Grand Plan” package, valued at over $5,000. The package includes:

• - Initial Consultation to discuss the specifics of your event
• - Unlimited Phone & Email Support
• - Attendance at Key Vendor Appointments
• - Up to five hours of additional in-person planning assistance
• - Budget – Recommendations & Management
• - Vendor/Venue – Recommendations,  Selection & Management
• - Design and Décor – Recommendations & Selection
• - Rental Items – Recommendations,  Selection & Management
• - Invitation & Print Material – Selection Assistance
• - Transportation Arrangements
• - Accommodations Planning for Out of Town Guests
• - Ceremony & Vow Assistance
• - Wedding Party Attire Assistance
• - Floor Plan & Seating Chart Assistance
• - Rehearsal Dinner Planning & Coordination
• - Ceremony Rehearsal Coordination the day prior to the event (up to 1 hour)
• - On-Site Set-Up, Vendor Management, and Coordination during your event (up to 12 hours)

To apply, email info@thecelebrationstudio.com with the following information:

• - Contact Information for Bride & Groom
• - Description of How You Met
• - Description of the Proposal
• - Wedding Date
• - Wedding Location (if known)
• - Estimated Guest Count
• - Estimated Budget
• - Description of Your Dream Wedding
• - A Picture of the Happy Couple

Application deadline is Monday, March 29, 2010. The winning couple will be announced no later than Friday, April 2, 2010. Good luck!

Catering by Design is a fantastic caterer. Not just because their food is delicious (which it most definitely is), but also because their staff is friendly, professional, organized and creative. The staff goes over and above what is expected on the service front to ensure your event runs smoothly. In short, Catering by Design is everything you look for in the perfect caterer!

Chef owned and operated, this award winning caterer can handle everything from a fancy sit-down dinner to a hip cocktail party. And with the recent launch of Denver’s Picnic Company, a sister company serving up more casual, picnic fare, Catering by Design is the “go to” caterer for any type of event you’re looking to plan.

I have had great experiences working with Catering by Design in the past and look forward to planning more events using this fabulous caterer in the future!

Brooke Hill
Owner & Principal Event Designer
The Celebration Studio

Photo courtesy of Stephen Sanderson Photography

Photo courtesy of Stephen Sanderson Photography

Photo courtesy of Stephen Sanderson Photography

The Donovan Pavilion is a stunning venue in West Vail. The 5,200 square foot pavilion has floor to ceiling windows, soaring ceilings with timber beams and an enormous, private patio overlooking Gore Creek that is perfect for an outdoor ceremony or cocktail hour. The pavilion, owned by the city of Vail, is one of the most sought-after event venues – not only because it is amazingly beautiful, but because it is incredibly affordable. And anyone who has ever tried planning an event in Vail realizes that affordable venues are few and far between!

With lots of extras already included in the facility rental fee (chairs, tables, audio visual equipment, etc.) and an on-site staff that is extremely helpful and accomodating, it’s hard to go wrong with an event at the Donovan Pavilion.

If you’re looking for a venue in Vail that captures the mountain lodge feel in a classy and gorgeous way, check out the Donovan!

Brooke Hill
Owner & Principal Event Designer
The Celebration Studio

Photo courtesy of Stephen Sanderson Photography

Photo courtesy of Stephen Sanderson Photography

As the new year begins, I’ve decided to add a new category to my blog: weekly favorites. These posts will highlight my personal favorites in every aspect of the event planning business!

For my first weekly fave, I’d like to highlight Stephen Sanderson Photography. Stephen and his wife Jenny photographed my own wedding, and also provided many of the beautiful pictures of weddings and events featured on The Celebration Studio website. Stephen Sanderson Photography is a family-owned boutique photography business specializing in Fine Art and Wedding Photography in Colorado and beyond.

They are warm, easy to work with and have a great photojournalistic style that will capture the essence of your event. They create beautiful albums, are affordable and provide a wonderful product at a great value. Check out their website at www.stephensandersonphotography.com for more information!

Brooke Hill
Owner & Principal Event Designer
The Celebration Studio