Backyard BBQ Engagement Party

This engagement party was thrown for one of the coaches at Crossfit Eastern Shore and his bride-to-be.  It was a co-ed engagement party with a backyard BBQ theme. BBQ with a nacho bar was served and mason jars with personalized koozies were given as functional favors to the guests.

Venue- Crossfit Eastern Shore, Daphne, AL
Catering- Moe's BBQ, Daphne, AL
Lighting- Southern Sounds, Daphne, AL
Rentals- Port City Rentals, Mobile, AL
Flowers- Fresh Market, Daphne, AL
Koozies- Alter Ego Screen Printing, Fairhope, AL

Baker Halloween Spooktacular

We had so much fun with this party! It was a Halloween party thrown for the Baker's children and their friends, ranging in ages from 10-13. While the idea was to be spooky without being super scary, it was a fun decorating project for us. Lots of ravens, pumpkins, and skulls were the inspiration. The party included pumpkin bowling, a bonfire, and a hayride.

Venue and Catering- The Lodge at Oak Hollow, Fairhope, AL
Photo Booth- Magic Memories, Mobile, AL

Positive Changes are Happening!

Here at Over the Top Weddings and Events, we have some very exciting changes taking places! Not only have we added custom stationery to our company, but we have launched a new website! We will continue to update this blog with our events and other information, but will we also begin to add insider tips, trends, and tricks for wedding and event planning. Additionally, our new website will combine our events and stationery into one place. So, here is an easy break down on where to find what you are looking for:

• Our new website: www.overthetopfairhope.com- 
• This site will have all of our wedding and event information and packages, as well our our event portfolio photos. It will also have our stationery with printing prices, which is available for local pickup or shipping. At some point in the (hopefully near) future, we will add a digital file option should a customer want to print their own. 
• We are trying our best to upload stationery to this site as quickly as possible. If there is something you want that is not posted, please contact us. We also create custom orders.
• Our blog: http://ottevents.blogspot.com-
• This blog will have all of our wedding and event information and packages, as well as our portfolio photos. We will begin to add tips and tricks to event planning and trends. There will be links to our website and Etsy page on our blog.
• Our Etsy page: www.etsy.com/shop/overthetopextras-
• Currently, our Etsy page has stationery available in the form of digital files only for you to print yourself or take to a copy shop to print. At some point in the (hopefully near) future, we will add a printing option, but presently, this page focuses only on digital stationery files. 
• Once we complete the "construction" process of our new website, the files on our website will be identical to the files on our Etsy page. The only difference (for a time) may be use printing the product for you (our website) vs. you purchasing the digital file (Etsy). 

Of course, we are more than happy to answer any questions or help direct you to make sure you find exactly what you are looking for! Please email us (ottweddingsandevents@gmail.com) or call (251.786.0597) and we are happy to assist you.

We are very excited about what lies ahead for us and look forward to better serving our customers in the future.

Laura's Baby Shower

Location- Private Residence, Daphne, AL
Cake- Couture Cakes, Daphne, AL
Paper Products (Invitations, Favor tags, banner)- Over the Top Extras, Fairhope, AL

Favorite Things Party- The Perfect Girls Night In!

Alright, y'all.... This has been one of my favorite parties of all time. I have attached the photos from it and I hope you can tell how much fun we had!
Here is how it works: Each person picks their favorite things that is $6 or under. Once the item is chosen, each person brings 5 to exchange. Upon arrival, you add your name to the martini glass 5 times. Then someone starts by telling why they chose the item they did, as well as draws 5 names for those people to receive the item. The last person to be drawn goes next and so on.
We had a blast!! This party will definitely be repeated!!

Exciting News!!

Hello Everyone,

I am very excited to announce that Over the Top Weddings and Events has now expanded to paper party goodies! Please check out our shop on Etsy. We are adding new things each day and are happy to accept custom orders. Most items are digital, which allows you the freedom to print where ever and how ever many you want!

I have made no secret that my favorite thing at a party/event is the favor, so of course we have favor tags, invitations, water bottle labels, thank you notes, etc. Please check us out, tell a friend, and give us a holler if we can create something just for you!!

Love,
The Over the Top Team

Sarah and Tim

Ceremony- St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Mobile, AL
Reception and Catering- The Country Club of Mobile, Mobile, AL
Photographer- Jeff Tesney Photography, Mobile, AL
Entertainment- Musical Fantasy, Mobile, AL
Florist- Ron Barrett, Zimlich Bros., Mobile, AL
Bakery- Rose Pollman, Mobile, AL
Lighting- Showbiz Theatrical Services, Mobile, AL
Rentals- Port City Rentals, Mobile, AL
Photo Booth- Snaps Photo Booth, Mobile, AL
Transportation- Gulf Coast Tours, Mobile, AL

Under the Big Top Carnival Party

Location- Private Residence, Fairhope, AL
Rentals-
     Bounce House, Tables, Chairs, Linens, Food Supplies- Gulf Coast Party Rentals, Daphne, AL
     Other (Concessions, red/white tables, ticket booth, etc)- Over the Top Events, Fairhope, AL

Brooks and Laura

Location- The Old Place, Gautier, MS
Caterer- Naman's Catering, Mobile, AL
Rentals- Port City Rentals, Mobile, AL and ABC Rental, Ocean Springs, MS
Photographer- Lisa Tilley Newman, Ocean Springs, MS
Music (Ceremony and Reception)- Nightshift Sounds, Ocean Springs, MS
Cake- Buzzin Bees, Ocean Springs, MS
Florist- Walter and Debbie Mansfield, Gautier, MS
Favors- Lindsay Wilson, New Orleans, LA

Brittany and Sarah

Brooks and Laura's Rehearsal Dinner

Location- The Old Place, Gautier, MS
Caterer- Naman's Catering, Mobile, AL
Florist- Walter and Debbie Mansfield, Gautier, MS
Rentals- Port City Rentals, Mobile, AL

Brittany and Sarah

Memory Lane 30th Birthday Party

Location- Private Residence, Fairhope, AL

Lisha/Brittany

Jake and the Neverland Pirates Party

Location- Private Residence, Spanish Fort, AL

Kristen

Pink Lemonade Party

Location- Lavretta Park, Mobile, AL

Sarah

Butterflies and Bugs

Location- Lavretta Park, Mobile, AL

Sarah

Welcome to Candyland!

Location- Private Residence
Cake- Wendy Hays

Brittany

(Non-traditional) British Tea Baby Shower

Location- Private Residence
Cake- Wendy Hays, Spanish Fort, AL
Food- Mary Ann's Deli, Fairhope, AL

Brittany

Ashley and Matt's Wedding

Ceremony Location- Fairhope United Methodist Church, Fairhope, AL
Reception Location- James P. Nix Center, Fairhope, AL
Caterer- Chef Rob, Mobile, AL
Florist- Belle Bouquet, Mobile, AL
Photographer- East Hill Photo, Pensacola, FL
Bakery- Betty Weber, Pensacola, FL
Music- Musical Fantasy
Rentals- Blue Rents, Mobile, AL
Liquor Services- Mark Kidd, Mobile, AL

Brittany/Kristen

Karli and Jacob's Wedding

Location- Fort Conde Inn, Mobile, AL
Photographer- High Cotton Weddings, Clanton, AL
Florist- Becky at Winn Dixie, Fairhope, AL
Catering- Creative Catering by Sean, Mobile, AL
Bakery- Andree's Wine, Cheese, and Things, Fairhope, AL
Rentals- Miller's Grand Events, Fairhope, AL
Ceremony Music- Dr. Peter Wood and Mr. Robert Holm, USA, Mobile, AL
Reception Music- Clinton Allen, Troy, AL

Photo by High Cotton Photography


Photo by High Cotton Photography

Photo by High Cotton Photography


Photo by High Cotton Photography


Photo by High Cotton Photography


Photo by High Cotton Photography


Photo by High Cotton Photography

Brittany/Candace

Under the Sea Paint Party

Location- Paint Slingers, Spanish Fort, AL

Cake- Wendy Hays, Spanish Fort, AL

Brittany

All for the Little Ones: Wedding Joy - Mobile Bay - Mobile Bay Bride 2012 - Alabama

Check us out in print!!


All for the Little Ones: Wedding Joy - Mobile Bay - Mobile Bay Bride 2012 - Alabama

College Graduation Party- Go Jags!

Location- Private residence, Fairhope, AL
Caterer- Ben Jr.'s BBQ, Fairhope, AL
Cake- Wendy Hays, Spanish Fort, AL
Inflatable- Drop Zone Inflatables, Fairhope, AL
Koozies- AlterEgo, Fairhope, AL

Brittany

Ann Taylor and Dan's Wedding

Wedding location- St. Mary's Catholic Church, Mobile, AL
Reception location- Magnolia Manor, Mobile, AL
Caterer- Bay Gourmet
Florist- Zimlich Brothers
Bartending Services- Amos L. Kidd
Photographer- Keyhole Photo
Videographer- Lifehouse Productions
Rentals- Port City Rentals
Cake- Cakes by Judi
DJ- David Wilson

A highlight clip provided by Lifehouse Productions (www.lifehouseweddings.com)

 
Ann Taylor + Dan Extended Highlight Film from Lifehouse Productions on Vimeo.

Brittany/Candace

Welcome 2012

Hello to all,


With each new year, we are all excited and optimistic to see what will be in store for us. I wanted to take a moment to reflect on how blessed we have been to be able to do what we love and to assist in giving each bride her dream day. Now that the holidays have passed us once again, many newly engaged couples are optimistic about their future together and wedding dreams have begun. I wanted to include a little information for brides to consider as they begin their planning to show the benefits of hiring a wedding planner/producer to ensure that they have a fairytale (and stress-free) day.

Do you need a Wedding Consultant?

Planning a wedding can take months or just one phone call. Using the services of a wedding consultant sounds like a good idea, but do you really need one? Can you afford one?

First, consider the basic tenants about weddings and wedding planning:

§ Planning a wedding is vastly time consuming.

§ The details! Invitations, vendors, dresses and tuxedos, budget, contracts, etc.

§ Many people will want their opinions and preferences considered.

§ The budget will balloon if not properly managed.

§ On your wedding day, the person who coordinates the details will spend the day working, not enjoying the festivities.

Considering these things, here are some guidelines for you to consider when deciding whether or not to hire a wedding consultant.

Timing: When time is short, you need many helping hands and shortcuts as you can get. Because wedding consultants are specialists, they have many resources you need at their fingertips- which will save you time and headaches.

Advisor: As an expert, the consultant knows weddings. From invitations to the design of the reception, a consultant is with you every step of the way to provide insight and advice to make your day perfect.

Budget: With weddings for over 100 guests averaging about $30,000, managing your budget is critical. Some couples may question whether they can afford a wedding consultant, but in many cases a consultant is an investment that pays for itself. Here’s how: Consultants can help you create expensive looks that don’t cost a fortune. They are also objective budget managers who can help you effectively track and adhere to your established budget.

Family Structure: Most families today are a complicated jumble of ex-spouses and stepfamilies, many of whom will be represented in the wedding. Managing the social etiquette of a complicated family tree can be daunting, and wedding consultants are a valuable, independent resource for maintaining protocol for seating, photography, and more.

With a wedding consultant on board, you will have the resources of an expert who knows trends, tradition, and protocol, and who can help put the pieces together to bring your dream wedding to life. Once plans are in place, your consultant can handle many of the details, allowing you and your family to enjoy the months preceding your wedding and more importantly, enabling you to relax and enjoy your special day.

Your wedding day truly goes by quickly and you should relish every moment of it. Consider the advantages of hiring a professional to ensure your day runs smoothly. A bridal consultant can be the best gift you give your family- and yourself. We at Over the Top Events plan every last detail.

Our wish to you is love, happiness, and to have a wonderful 2012.

The team at Over the Top Events

Halloween Party

Location- Private Residence

Candace

Laura and Joey's Wedding

Location- Old Louisiana State Capital Building, Baton Rouge, LA
Caterer- Clementine's, Baton Rouge, LA
Cake- Baum's Bakery, Baton Rouge, LA
Flowers- Billy Heroman's, Baton Rouge, LA
Photography- LesAmis, Baton Rouge, LA

Brittany

Breakfast at Tiffany's Bridal Shower

Location- Private Residence

Brittany

Kellie and Thomas's Wedding

Wedding and Reception- Private Residence in Spanish Fort, AL

Catering- Chef Rob and Co., Mobile, AL
Cake- Fleur De Lis Confections, Mobile, AL
Photographer- K Rae Photography, Saraland, AL
Flowers- Petals/Connie McMullen, Semmes, AL
Rentals- Miller Grand Events, Fairhope, AL

Brittany/Candace

Come on Barbie, Lets Go Party!!!!

4th Birthday Party for one very lucky girl! It goes without saying- we had a BLAST with this party!

Brittany

Memorable Events

Here is a photo album displaying our memorable events in the past. Enjoy!

Lindsay and Bo's Wedding

Wedding- Fairhope United Methodist
Reception- Eastern Shore Art Center

Caterer- Naman's Catering, Mobile, AL
Flowers- Southern Veranda, Fairhope, AL
Rentals- Blue Rents, Mobile, AL
Cake- Buttercream Dreams, Mobile, AL
Photography- Salter Photography, Pace, FL

Brittany/Candace