We had the absolute pleasure of hosting some pretty remarkable and memorial events this past year.
We had a good amount of repeat clients that rented our space for photo shoots, pop up shopping events, and one-on-one coaching sessions. We also starting listing our venue on Peerspace and through our own social media marketing and newsletter, we attracted almost double our bookings this year.
The amount aside - what was truly special was the people and moments we were able to celebrate under our shared roof.
Here are my top favorite event moments of 2019…
N & M exchange vows
Mercy and Nathan attended a show for Ginger Root back in 2018 and knew it was the initmate space they were looking for. The young couple planned a low-key affair for 35 guests who gathered in the front yard as they recited their vows. Family travelled near and far - some making the trek from China.
Jaclyn Florescio created signage of the nights festivities, including open mic and performances by the couples favorite bands, Ginger Root and Apollo Bebop. Everyone wore a big smile, danced the night away, and ate cake! My favorite moment was when a neighbor popped by so taken by the music she was hearing next door. We both peered in from the door amazed at the sight were we seeing. It definitely was one of those magical moments when we all felt like one family called to share the same space.
Thank you Mercy and Nathan for hosting such a beautiful day with us. You two radiate love.
A sweet workshop with Frost Your Cookie
I had been swooning over Anais’s instagram (business formally known as, The Sweet Lemon Bakeshop) before we met in real life. We had commissioned her to make cookies for our 5 year Anniversary party and she also joined us for a Sourced Pop Up Shop where she did a cookie demo at our craft table. She’s an absolute joy - so nurturing with a calm presence. Her cookies wowed everyone and we quickly dreamt up hosting a cookie demo workshop around Valentine’s Day.
Anais came up with “Whole Llama Love Workshop,” listed the workshop on her website, did her own marketing, and workshop sold out quickly! It was incredible to see & the day of the space was turned into a sugar dreamland where a group of 20 plus women (and Steve) tested their hand at cookie decorating. It was amazing to see everyone’s variations, sense of community, and Anais in her teaching power.
Make sure to check out: www.frostyourcookie.com
Photography by: Kristin Taylor Photography
First comes Love: Baby & Bridal Showers
It’s not everyday that you get to host a baby shower for one of your dearest friends - who you introduced to your Brother, who met for the first time at SOURCED., who will become your Sister-in-Law, and give birth to your perfect niece. TACO ABOUT BABY, this was a great day!
The Crash Baby Shower was one for the books! This shower was a truly labor of love with so many special details dreamt up by friends and family. They had dip dying of onesies in the front yard, one of the most creative “Price is Right” style baby shower games I had ever seen, and the blue/gold color scheme just shined within our space.
The Rains Baby Shower was another one where the space instantly felt like home. Friends & family of the Mother-to-Be came in with beautiful flowers and made their own charcuterie display. The details were so personalized and meaningful.
Receiving compliments like these after an event leaves you saying, LET’S DO ANOTHER!
“Hi Michelle, I just wanted to send a quick note thanking you again for the use of your space yesterday. The shower would not have been such a success if you were not around to help w/ setup! Your professionalism and attention to detail is unmatched.”
Nicole’s Bridal Shower was one where we truly got to collaborate with Mother of the Bride Susie (who we absolutely loved!). Susie lived out of state and we worked remotely for months coordinating all the special details. We did tons of custom signage for them, a mimosa bar outside, flowers, and mixed the tables with fun paper & plastic plates and utensils and Susie’s exquisite cut glass goblets. You know you got it right when you catch the Bride to be snapping away photos of every special detail.
Lyla & Ed are officemates of ours and hosted their Farewell Wedding Brunch just feet away from where they have a rented office space. I don’t think that happens that often in real life. It definitely felt like another dream day filled with friends and family.
We’re Here Because of YOU, party!
Our biggest production of the year was definitely The Pattillo Appreciation Party. Clients, Penny & Don Pattillo wanted to host an event that was for their clients. As realtors, the idea was like an Open House without selling anything. They wanted to create an environment to connect with their clients before the busy holidays, an opportunity for people to meet one another in a casual atmosphere, enjoy some delicious food, cocktails and ice cream. We did wine tasting, had live jazz music, and even had a local photographer doing impromptu headshots and family portraits. Everyone also went home with a custom “Laguna Beach Crest” wine bottle with their monogram.
Needless to say, most guests had no idea what an Appreciation Party was before they arrived and they all left with big smiles on their faces. Penny & Don definitely got the party they envisioned and their tribe became one.
Client: The Pattillo Team
Photography: Mary Hurlbut
Videography: Sparkle Films
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Written by Michelle Mercado.
Michelle is the Founder & Creative Director of SOURCED. and a semi-retired event planner. When Michelle isn’t hosting event, she’s most likely making the office playlists, restocking the snacks, taking out the trash, and making everyone feel at home.