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Custom Bar Creations for Hermès

Jen Owsley — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:30:48 +0000

This past September, we received a call from Paula LeDuc Fine Catering for a last minute fabrication. The client was the world renowned boutique, Hermès, and they came with very specific expectations. Naturally we were honored to be considered for this project. Their special event, Festival des Metiers, required custom seamless bars. This festival of crafts is a celebration of the Hermès tradition of luxury craftsmanship where guests can meet the artisans who create its coveted goods. Within a few days time, Zephyr Tents produced and delivered the bars. Post event, they were shipped off for the festival’s next stop, Houston. Fabricating specialty furniture is how our original farm table was born – we look forward to seeing the design ideas that will be brought to life for future events.

photo credit – Drew Altizer

Northern California Ranch Wedding

Jen Owsley — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 02:03:49 +0000

Nestled in the Sacramento Valley lies one of the last Mexican land grant properties in California AND the most perfect spot for a ranch wedding – Llano Seco Rancho. The groom’s family owns this amazing property where they raise pigs and cows organically - Llano Seco Meats. As you may have guessed, this wedding reception did not disappoint in the protein department.

The day began with an intimate lake-side ceremony followed by a cocktail reception featuring a Charcuterie station under a 16’round canopy. Guests were encouraged to watch the The Whole Beast cook up Llano Seco meat on an open fire built out of cinder blocks with a custom meat clamp. They then feasted at our farm tables with bistro lights strung overhead. Bacio Catering executed the service and side dishes which complemented the hearty family-style entrees. Dancing was held under a 46′ x 64′ canopy illuminated with Arrondi Chandeliers. Designer Sharla Flock beautified the day and wedding planner Laura McDonald of LMM events made the entire event seem effortless.

Winter Cocktail Party in Marin

Jen Owsley — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:21:21 +0000

Once the wedding season comes to a close, we switch gears and go into a bit of an event hibernation. During this time, there’s a ton of planning for the next season’s weddings, projects to catch up on, and new products to develop. We enjoy the slower pace for a while and then start itching for the busier months. To keep us satiated, we have a number of smaller scale events in which we participate. This minimilast winter cocktail party in Marin utilized our 20×20 frame tent on the deck for additional party space. The client not only loved the tent but hired one of our charming crew members to bartend!

Martha Stewart Weddings Loves Sperry Tents!

Jen Owsley — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 18:10:10 +0000

And we love a Martha Stewart Weddings endorsement!

February 3, 2011

Good to Know: Super Sperry Tents

Posted by Shira Savada

We love Sperry Tents, and we’re excited that they’re now available in 15 states! Their sailcloth tents come in all shapes and sizes — you’ll surely find a perfect fit for your outdoor wedding. Plus, they can customize the shade of their flag tops to match your event’s color palette.

Action! A Dodge Ram Television Commercial Features Zephyr Tents

Jen Owsley — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 22:39:17 +0000

We had our television debut this summer starring in a nationwide Dodge Ram truck commercial. The folks producing the bit searched all over California for the perfect tent for their concept and they found Zephyr Tents. Our crew had a good time with this one – the guys were even hired as extras!

Check it out here: [flickrvideo]http://www.flickr.com/photos/25726962@N06/4873188050/[/flickrvideo]

Zephyr Tents Now Offers Hardwood Flooring for Events!

Jen Owsley — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:29:19 +0000

Introducing beautiful lay-down pine-plank hardwood flooring for your next event under the stars or under a tent. This environmentally-friendly flooring option is aesthetically pleasing and “greener” than carpeting or installing astroturf. The floor is reusable unlike the floor coverings that ultimately end up in the landfill.

Our pine-plank floor turns your event space into a elegant dining room. And because your entire event will be on hardwood, there is no need for the added cost of a dance floor.

photos courtesy of Sperry Tents Seacoast.

Let it Rain – Sperry Tents are Weatherproof

Jen Owsley — Tue, 11 May 2010 03:13:05 +0000

I’ve heard the rumors…”Their tents aren’t rain proof” Huh? Where does this come from? Our tents are built on the east coast by an experienced sail-maker and have weathered some serious hurricane seasons. We have experienced our own windy, stormy weekends where traditional frame tents have come down and our handcrafted sailcloth tents withstood the elements. I love this video our friends in Virginia shot under a Sperry Tent in a nasty storm on an exposed hilltop. Bottom Line – Sperry Tents do not leak – check it out for yourselves!

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqBLwt8m6Bw[/youtube]

Daily Candy Recommends Sperry Tents in their Spring Wedding Planning Guide!

Jen Owsley — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 21:19:55 +0000

Congratulations to our Sperry Tents family for their mention in Daily Candy this month!

Walk the Wed Carpet

Planning a Wedding Spring 2010

It’s your day, so it should be your way. Here are some ideas to ensure it’s extra special.

Model Bride
Sometimes something old is better than something new. If vintage is your thing, The Vintage Bride will rock your nostalgic world (there’s a fab flapper dress up for grabs). Put a twist on modern tradition with Twigs & Honey’s creamy lace crown, a perfect alternative to a veil.

Maid Service
Be kind to your attendants: Let them wear the black dress of their choice and outfit them inEmersonMade flower sashes for pops of color.Calendar bracelets that feature the date of your nuptials are perfect tokens of your appreciation.

Main Man
It’s his day, too; a pair ofFranklin + Gower’s custom trousers will make him feel equally decked out. If you’ve got deep pockets, surprise him with custom initial cuff links.

Finger on the Pulse
You’ll be wearing that piece forever, so ensure it’s really special. St. Kilda jewelry, designed by Nora Kogan, is new to the bridal market and makes extraordinary engagement and wedding rings (think pink sapphire eternity band and snake-head settings).

Take Cover
A tent is a tent, right? Wrong. Boutique Tents has eight styles of outdoor cover in a plethora of color schemes and edges; the pros’ll create one custom if none suit your fancy. East Coasters will thrill at the sight of stunning Sperry Tents’s hand-sewn sailcloth pavilions.

It’s the Little Things
Whether you take off on a boat, bobsled, or Bentley,“Just Married” kits really make a charming statement. Hand out Smitten Sticks to guests, set up a photo booth, and great shots are guaranteed.

Write on Track
Keep the invitation process simple and stylish with Chewing the Cud’s just-launched e-commerce site. With cheeky and cheerful letterpress and flat options, there’s something to suit everyone’s style.

Cut Through the Layers
In lieu of a traditional cake, opt for Charleston Crepe Company’s brand newtiered wedding treats, available with chocolate or vanilla cream between layers of crepe.

Zephyr Tents’ Farm Table Lands on the Cover of Martha Stewart Weddings Spring 2010!

Jen Owsley — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:56:00 +0000

It’s sort of like the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue of the wedding industry!

Tod Owsley of Zephyr Tents designed and built these beautiful tables. Here is a photo of our warehouse during production:

Within the magazine, there is a huge spread on Eunice Moyle of Hello!Lucky and Daniel James’ amazing wedding. Their whimsical and creative celebration was unlike any other – no detail was left undone. Below are some photos of our wares.

We love the aisle decor on our benches!

Tod and crew built the reclaimed wood stage and the dance floor

gorgeous floral centerpiece by Sharla Flock Designs

Eunice and Sabrina Moyle dyed the coffee filters for these lovely pink pom-pom garlands.

Photos by Gia Canali and Sara Remington

The Outdoor Bridal Suite

Jen Owsley — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:14:12 +0000

A bridal tent is a great solution for those reception sites that don’t have a private area designated for the bride and bridesmaids to ready themselves. Applying make-up in natural light is always a good idea and fresh air will calm those pre-ceremony butterflies. Furnish the tent with lounge-type furniture, have something cold to drink (with bubbles perhaps?), and maybe even a framed photo of the husband-to-be.

A 16′ round bridal tent complete with sub-floor and sisal carpet. We love the Manzanita branches on the tent poles.

A bride makes her debut from our bridal tent. Photo source – Martha Stewart Weddings

This bride chose to have her hair and make-up done al fresco.