Seating Alternatives: Church Pews & Quilts

As mentioned in our last post, we're doing a special 2-part post on alternatives to traditional wedding seating. This first post is all about church pews and quilts, and how the Attic might help you using the large variety we have of each for your wedding or special event. 

Church Pews

There's something about traditional, white church pews, lining the aisle. They're simple, beautiful, and enhance the environment without stealing the focus. They can easily be adorned with bursts of beautiful bouquets, here and there, or other charming details such as fabric bunting. The possibilities are endless! What our previous brides love best is that they remain traditional and elegant, but are easily dolled up with personal touches. By visiting our gallery, you can see multiple pictures of how our church pews have been used to create a special and unforgettable day!

Here are a few of our church pews! 

photo by Jenn Alberts

photo by Urban Rose

photo by Urban Rose

photo by Rebecca Hollis

photo by Ifong Chen

photo by Rebecca Hollis

Quilts

Whether you want to create a traditional and chic wedding, or a relaxed and charming environment, quilts may be the way to go! They are available in so many colors and patterns, that you're sure to find just the ones for your special day! Not only is there endless varieties but quilts can't help but make the environment comfortable and casual in a really delightful and unexpected way. It's always fun to incorporate a few of your family heirloom quilts that have a story or even rent a few to fill in the gaps. 

Here are a few ideas:

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Quilts can also be placed over hay bales!

Hopefully this post provided you with some ideas and inspiration! 2nd part coming soon: mismatched vintage chairs, hay bales, and Farm Table benches!

Written by Hanna Helgeson

ALED assistant

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Sneak Peak : Seating Alternatives

Photo by Rebecca Hollis Photography

We’re excited for the busiest wedding season to approach! Whether you or someone you know is planning their special day, there are various alternatives to consider while designing and pulling together your dream wedding! We find that one of the most important design choices is seating. Seating is one of those design elements that really helps carry along the theme and idea of your wedding. There are so many choices to choose from! So we are going to feature a few choices that we have to offer, in a 2 part blog post. The first post will include traditional church pews and one of a kind quilts; the second blog post will include vintage inspired mismatched chairs, country chic hay bales, and our Farm Table benches. We'll walk you through the possibilities of each, the theme that each contribute to, and we'll include a few of our pictures from previous weddings and events to give you a visual of how it might look on your special day!

Photo by Rebecca Hollis Photography

Photo by Josh Martin

Photo by Haute Pink Photography

Inspiring Women Features | Rebecca Hollis Photography

Check out Becca's website here.

How long have you been pursuing photography professionally?

Like most photogs, my photography adventures started out as a hobby. Pursuing it professionally sort of dropped into my lap a bit. I did a session with a friend, then a friend of a friend, and so on. I eventually decided to go to school for it and let my artistic side abound.

When did you first become interested in photography?

I was never big on being in photos and often volunteered myself to take any pictures. However, I truly become interested back in college. I have always enjoyed painting and drawing real life. It evolved into photos as it took much less time while I was studying.

What is your education in photography?

I attended the Art Institute.

How old is your photography business? 

About 5 years old.

What type of photography do you specialize in? 

Weddings, portraits, and food mainly. I love to of off on hikes and see what I can find but theses photos tend to be for my own pleasure.

What is your middle name?

Ann. My mom's name.

Where were you born?

Eagle River, Wisconsin

What is your favorite part of living in the northwest?

The mountains and milder winters. Back in Wisconsin, we would have much colder winters with a lot more snow and they would last longer. I still love winter as a season but I love that it doesn't last as long here.

All above photos by Megan Robinson Photography

What is your family like?

We are all a little crazy, which makes it incredibly fun. I get my quirkiness from my grandma. She has always made things fun and it's always and adventure when you are with her. We are very close and I miss them terribly.

One or Two quirky facts about yourself.

I am an animal lover and a vegetarian. I went to school for dietetics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison before photography and am a die-hard Badger fan. I love my cheese.

Photo by Rebecca Hollis Photography

Other ventures? Blogs? Projects? Businesses?

I have a food blog called Fig and Pickles. I always enjoy cooking and noticed there was a gap in the food blogging world for a blog that talked about being a vegetarian with an omnivorous other that you have to cook for as well. I cook vegetarian, take delicious food pictures, but then also give tips on how I incorporate meat for my hunting husband. It is my creative photography outlet that is all mine. I absolutely  love weddings and people, but it's nice to have something that is all mine to enjoy.

Make up by Shasta Hankins
Hair by Katie Kimball

Inspiring Women Features | Taylor Perkins

Photo by Rebecca Hollis Photography

I've never had an intern before Taylor. She was definitely more than an intern and one of the smartest things I have done for my business this year! S

I've never had an intern before Taylor. She was definitely more than an intern and one of the smartest things I have done for my business this year! She acted as my assistant at every wedding, was extremely organized and detail oriented. Taylor was a very valuable addition to my team and I'm sad to see her gone for the winter as I could desperately use her help all year around. She'll be joining my wedding team again next year when she comes back to the Northwest!

How long have you been working in the wedding industry?

Officially, for 7 months.

When did you first become interested in the wedding and event industry? 

Almost 2 years ago. But I have always loved weddings, special events and parties. So I was surprised I didn't think about it sooner!

Photo by Rebecca Hollis Photography

What is your education/certifications?
I am a certified wedding and event planner from Sheffield School in NYC

What are your favorite events?
Unique formal occasions that really have a personal touch. But I do love throwing together smaller dinner parties.

Photo by Rebecca Hollis Photography

Do you have your own business or where do you work?

This year, I had the pleasure of being an intern for Alisa Lewis Event Design, and the Attic.

Photo by Megan Robinson Photography

What is your middle name?

Elizabeth

Where were you born?

Vail, CO.

Photo by Megan Robinson Photography['[

What is your favorite part of living in the Northwest?

I love having four seasons. I love the lakes and having a white Christmas. I have been able to travel quite a bit, but Coeur d'Alene is honestly one of my favorite places to be in the whole world! :)

What is your family like?

Ridiculous. We love to have fun, and we're always remodeling our house. I have four nieces and nephews who I adore!

One or Two quirky facts about yourself?

I have never colored my hair.

I am a chocoholic and love Audrey Hepburn movies.

Photo by Megan Robinson Photography

Other ventures? Blogs? Projects? Businesses?

I'm moving to Vail, CO. for the winter season with my best friend.

I ramble on my blog simplythethought.blogspot.com/ (about weddings, football, movies, my weird life) and continue my love for random photography on my other two blog pages

Hair & Make Up by Katie Kimball

Martin and Amy | First Look!

We had the pleasure of styling Amy and Martin's engagement shoot in the spring, and now we have had the enjoyment of styling their wedding too, helping as their dream day came to life! They were such a beautiful couple and their wedding was truly an amazing day!

Here are some photos from our iPhones + Instagram:

Just half on hour outside of Coeur d'Alene, is the oldest building in Idaho! Cataldo Mission was the perfect setting for Amy and Martin's beautiful Catholic Mass.

Ferguson Films at work!

First Kiss as Mr. & Mrs.!

 

Reception held at the lovely Blackwell House 

Event design and set up by Alisa Lewis Event Design + the Attic

Florals by Fleurtations Floral

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More to come!

Kaitlin & Jaron ~ First Look!

Kaitlin and Jaron, a truly romantic couple.
Here is a first look at our September 2nd wedding!

Centerpiece florals were locally grown, and designed by 
Alisa Lewis Event Design.

Fleurtations Floral provided the bouquets, boutonnieres and the arbor arrangement. 

 the Attic

Desserts by Erin Blackburn

Photos are from our iPhones + Instagram 

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More to come!