Links
These are just some of my trusted friends in the in the wedding business. If I have forgotten to add your name or business please contact me.
Wedding Planner
Merry Makers – Kris will make everything go smoothly. If you are going to use a wedding planner check here first. The most elegant weddings I have shot were all coordinated by Merry Makers.
Flowers
Distinctive Floral 231-935-1832
Marla Courtney Wood – Beautiful Flowers and great service. If you hire Marla the flowers will be one more thing you won’t need to worry about.
Leelanau Flowers - Kelly Lively 231-360-7048.
Hair and Make-up
Shari Stelzer – Hair and Make-up Whether you go to her salon or she comes to you Shari will make you look your best while you will still feel like yourself. You’ll find her at Grace Salon in Traverse City. 231-941-1973
Transportation
Bay Area Classic Limo 231-271-2277; Anyone can bring a big stretch hummer or caddy, but this is something different. Bay Area Classic Limo offers a 1960 Rolls-Royce.
Music
Ben Richey – Ben is an accomplished musician who will add unique sound to your ceremony, cocktail hour or other event. His guitar repertoire is second to none and he will customize his performance to your taste. Ben has a unique ability to provide a musical background that doesn’t overpower but still seems like a special performance just for your guests — background music, but something more. 231-223-7766
Mac Daddy – A live band is always a step up. But Mac Daddy raises the bar to a new level. They will play all the cover hits you want to hear, but make it feel like your group’s own personal performance. If you want a fun party, you need Mac Daddy. 231-633-5666
Chris Delgado at Jump Start DJs. If you want a DJ for the wide range of music and flexibility available, Chris should be your first call. Chris brings what’s great about live music to his work as a DJ. In addition to having all the great recorded music that you want to hear, Chris is an acomplished guitar player and adds live playing and singing to your party. He is an engaging master of ceremonies that will keep the party going without ever being tacky or pushy. Chris is based near Lansing, but travels all over Michigan. 517-482-1991.
Ryan Schrock at Best in Class DJs is a dj that will get your crowd dancing without sounding like someone from a high school dance. If you use a DJ service, the tone of your reception will rely on their attitude and Ryan has the right balance of fun, while being sophisticated enough for a wedding. 866-567-0898
For Your Home
Kathleen Wills Design: Feathering your nest, or building a new one? Kathleen Wills brings experience from Dansk, Hanna Andersson and eighteen years as a Crate&Barrel designer to your home with high quality, custom designed furniture, hand-built in Northern Michigan. She also works in conjunction with architect/husband Ben Begley to design homes and cottages, inside and out.