THE TAPESTRY BLOG
Here you will find resources for planning, features on Tapestry couples, information about the Tapestry way of planning weddings, elopements, and ceremonies, and reflections on the wedding industry from our team. We also love to feature vendors and share the creative efforts from our styled shoots .
Our blog library is a consistent, relevant, real-talk resource to help you prepare for your launch into marriage. Whether it’s about how to have the hard conversations about who pays for what in your wedding or practical questions like how to hike in your wedding outfit, we want to be here to support you through this process and beyond.
Is there a topic you want us to cover? Email us here, and we will see if we can put some thoughts together. :)
A Values-Centered Approach to Wedding Planning: Emotional Support, Practical Tools & Partnership
Wedding planning isn’t just logistics—it’s emotional. This guide from Tapestry Event Co. offers tools, coaching, and values-centered strategies to help couples plan with clarity, connection, and care.
How to Build a DIY Wedding Rental Order (Without Losing Your Mind)
Planning a wedding on private property means building your entire event space from scratch—tables, tents, bathrooms, power, and more. Here's how to build a smart wedding rental order, create a functional floor plan, and plan for weather without losing your mind.
The Best Nontraditional Wedding Party Gifts (That People Will Actually Remember)
Ditch the cliché robes and flasks—this guide shares the best nontraditional wedding party gifts that celebrate relationships, support small businesses, and focus on sustainability. Thoughtful ideas for friends, family, pets, helpers, and vendors.
The Rise of Domestication Weddings: Why Washington State is the Ultimate U.S. Destination for Experience-Driven Nuptials
Forget the traditional ballroom wedding. Modern couples want to create something that feels immersive, thoughtful, and distinctly them—a weekend-long experience that brings together the people they love in a place that speaks to their values and passions.
Ask a Pro: Seattle Wedding Beauty Advice with Angie Rodriguez
There’s a reason we recommend Angie Rodriguez (aka Angie Evans) to so many of our clients—she’s a total pro, but not in the intimidating way. Angie is fun, easy to connect with, and incredibly kind.
Hack Your Wedding Photography Shot List: Must-Have Moments for Your Big Day
Planning a wedding is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming process, and ensuring that your photographer captures all the essential moments can be a daunting task. Most professional photographers will naturally document many of these moments throughout the wedding day. However, having a well-organized shot list will help ensure that no meaningful moments are overlooked while keeping the process efficient and stress-free.
How Technology is Shaping Modern Weddings: Embracing Digital Tools and Streamlining Communication
Weddings are memorable occasions that celebrate love, joy, and the union of two people. While traditions are important, many couples are now turning to technology to make their weddings not only unique but also more efficient, organized, and sustainable.
Wedding Stationery & Signage: DIY, Templates, or Custom?
When it comes to making those decisions, couples often find themselves asking: Should we DIY, use pre-made templates, or invest in custom stationery? Each approach has its own advantages, price points, and time commitments, so let’s break it down.
Redefining Your Wedding Party: Meaningful Ways to Connect + Feel Supported
Traditionally, a wedding party was about following a set script: siblings, childhood best friends, a strict hierarchy of who you should include based on outdated rules of obligation. But weddings are evolving, and so is the role of the wedding party. For modern couples, it’s less about who has been in your life the longest and more about who shows up for you in the ways that matter most.
Planning a Destination Wedding Weekend in Seattle
Planning a destination wedding in Seattle is an exciting journey. You can explore the city’s rich culture, enjoy its stunning scenery, and create unique experiences. Working with Mel and Matt—a couple dedicated to an “experiences over things” approach—we designed a weekend full of unforgettable moments that showcased Seattle’s best. The Tapestry team’s organization and communication kept the planning process seamless, even while Mel and Matt were living across states and continents.
All You Need to Know About Marriage Documentation
Whether you are eloping or having a formal wedding, marriage licenses can be quite a process in making sure you’ve got all the correct information. We frequently get questions from couples about how this process works.
Must Buys for Your Wedding Weekend (That Don’t Suck)
Weddings are an intricate movement between tradition and personal intention. At Tapestry Event Co., we encourage couples to plan in ways that reflect who they are, prioritizing quality over quantity and meaningful choices over mindless consumerism.