Events By Ashley is excited to be a part of the:

2011 Holiday Tables
“Seasons for Celebrating”
November 2-5, 2011

Holiday Tables special events include:
- Preview Party
- Decorated Christmas tree auction
- Holiday boutique featuring fine furniture and unique accessories from local merchant, Traditions Furniture
- Delectable Bake Shop
- Delicious Lunch catered by Mediterranean Grill
- Availability for private party rental.
Event sponsors are Bob and Nancy Schwan, Peterson, Peterson & Goss, LC., TCK-The Trust Company of Kansas and Anonymous.

PREVIEW PARTY
The Tuscan-themed Preview Party will kick-off the event on Wednesday, November 2 from 7:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Preview Party guests will enjoy an exclusive sneak-peak at the tables before they open to the public, along with a delicious buffet dinner, drinks and live music. Preview Party tickets are $75 per person and reservations are required. Please contact Randy Brown at (316) 634-2787, extension 211 for ticket information.

EXHIBIT HOURS & ADMISSION
Thursday, November 3 – Saturday, November 5, 2011
Hours: 10:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
Admission: $10 per person
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m./ $12 per person (reservations needed for groups of 10 or more)

Call (316) 634-2787 for more information.

Events By Ashley Give Away!!

These earrings were made from repurposed fabric in India to help support women who live there. This handmade, eco-friendly earring set was purchased in hopes of providing food and water for the person who made them and her family. At Events By Ashley, our goal is to not only help put on amazing events, and weddings, but to give back to our own community and communities around the world. Once a week we will feature one item from different countries and cultures that have been made by the people who live there to encourage them and help them provide for their families! Pass this on to your friends and lets make a difference together!!

To win, like Events by Ashley Facebook page

Comment below or on facebook about an organization that

you are passionate about or that you support already

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Last weeks winner of the $50 gift card from Xpress Spray Tan is Kelsi Cole!

Butler County Community College Wine and Chocolate Tour!

November 7, 2011 at 5:30 p.m.

Please join Events By Ashley, Cocoa Dolce, Mike's Wine Dive, Sweetly Scrumptious, and the hospitality department of Butler County Community College on the Unified Party Bus, as we do a Wine and Chocolate tour through Wichita! All proceeds will help grow the Hospitality Department at BCCC. Other participants include: The First Place, and The Drury Plaza Broadview Hotel!

Xpress Spray Tan $50 gift Certicate Give-Away!

Owner of Xpress Spray Tan-Crystal Lathrop

Crystal started Xpress spray tan about a year ago in hopes of inspiring people to be health conscience while still obtaining a gorgeous tan. Xpress Spray tan has allowed women to feel confident and beautiful without the fears of skin cancer or health issues that can occur by too much sun, or tanning beds. Another perk...a little spray tanning magically takes off pounds!:)

Spray tanning is the newest phase in the application of self-tanning products. The bronzers made today are very natural looking and are completely harmless. These solutions include DHA (dihydroxyacetone), which works by reacting with the keratin protein in the top (or dead) layer of your skin. The solution is applied with the use of a low-pressure airbrush gun by a technician, which allows for an even coverage compared to a booth application. The fine mist from the airbrush ensures a perfectly even application to the skins surface and as there is no rubbing or overspray from an automated booth setting, it avoids streaking, orange palms and dirty looking knees and elbows. Is Spray Tanning Safe?
Yes! We use only best, highest quality tools and productsw found in the industry. All of the ingredients in the solutions have been through extensive testing and are FDA approved. The ingredients inour solutions will give you a tan without the risk of wrinkles, skin damage or skin cancer. 

Xpress offers different packages with prices that are affordable. Make it a special event and invite your friends in for a spray tanning party or book it for your wedding party. The host is free and each guest is only $15! Make it fun and BYOB and snacks. So book your spray party with Xpress soon! 

Some of Xpress Spray Tan Clients tanned and feeling great!

Xpress is giving away a $50 gift certificate! The winner will be announced on Friday! Perfect timing with winter around the corner and the need for some color during some drury months.

Just a few things we ask:

Check out Xpress Spray Tan on Facebook and like their page
Visit Events by Ashley Facebook page and like their page
Comment on this blog post why you think you should win!

Rick and Cathy Hawley

The day and weather could not have been more amazing than it was for bride and groom, Cathy and Rick. Surrounded by lots of dear family and friends, they were married at the History in The Making House located on Fairview in Wichita, KS. The bride rode in on horse and carriage and was escorted to her groom, by her son. The ceremony took place in the beautifully, lighted gazebo with the brides brother as their officiant. After the ceremony concluded the guests made a B-line for the yummy chocolate fountain provided by Chocolate Cascades and were entertained by DJ Scott Ward with Accent Mobile Music. The guests also had a great time taking pictures in the photobooth and making a scrapbook for the new couple!

If you have the privilege of knowing Cathy and Rick, you know you are in, for not only a great time, but for open arms as well. They love their family and friends and do so much for them and they truly appreciated all of the friends and family who were able to join them in their celebration!



Matt and Liz Hadsall

Elizabeth and Matt Hadsall

The weather could not have been more perfect for Matt and Liz's outdoor wedding at Botanica. Matt and Liz were not only a great couple to work with, but each of their families were so welcoming and just as appreciative and thoughtful. The Hadsall's wedding not only reflected the personalities of the bride and groom, but also their hearts for each other, family and most importantly God. At each wedding or event, I learn something new about my job, people or simply just how important the gift of marriage is. During Matt and Liz's ceremony, instead of lighting a unity candle or pouring sand, they tied a God's Knot. It was a very special time for the bride and groom. The reception was equally encouraging and inspiring as the bride's sister, and the groom's two best men shared; not only embarrassing stories, but also sentimental advice. After the toasts, the bride's father got up to share one of the most amazing speeches I have ever heard. His love for his wife, and the gratitude he expressed towards her and the way she raised their daughters kept the guests laughing and crying.

The shabby chic wedding ceremony took place in the meadow at Botanica and the reception on the terrace. The wedding colors were, mustard yellow with accents of brown and burnt orange. Mason jars, wood chargers, twigs, bird seed, and lanterns adorned the terrace area at Botanica. The guests danced under lighted trees to music played by DJ, Larry Perlman with At Your Request. 

It was truly a blessing to be a part of such a beautiful couple inside and out. This is why I LOVE my job and feel so incredibly lucky to be able to help create lasting memories for each bride and groom I work with!!!

Fresh Cut Wood Coasters Give Away!

Fresh Cut Wood Coasters

Give Away!!!!!!

Set of 8

Set of 8

These coasters were hand cut by Ivan Moore. They make great gifts for any occasion! We will be using them as favors for a few weddings with their initial stamped on the top of them.

Here are just a few things for you to do to sign up to win one of the sets:

Visit Events By Ashley facebook page and like their page

visit their website gallery and leave a comment on
this post sharing what your favorite event is.

Follow Events By Ashley Blog

There will be two winners announced on friday!

D.I.Y. Love Monday's! Pumpkin Surprise Rice Krispie treats!

Ingredients:

Follow the direction on the back of the marshmellow package for rice krispie treats. After making the batch, let it cool down for about 5 minutes. Spray Pam into the bottom of a cupcake pan. Press rice krispies into the cupcake pan. Place hershey kiss into center of the treat, leaving one treat without to match with a treat with a kiss. Dump them onto a baking sheet and match them up....one kiss with a treat, one without a kiss. form them into a ball. cut grooves into the side of the treat to look like a pumpkin and then place one candy corn on the top. Now they are ready to share and eat!!!

This makes a great project for the kiddos to do and share for their class party or a fun mom's night out!

Green Couch Design Bubble Concrete necklace Give a-way winner is....

Emily McClure!

Congratulations Emily on winning such a unique, inspiration piece from Green Couch Design!

Stay tuned for tomorrow's "DIY Monday's" Project!