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A Little TLC EventsTyler Clark, Owner

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A Little TLC Events was built on making others happy. It is the ultimate goal to create memories that will last a lifetime. Whether it is a small gathering to a grand event, it will be an enchanting experience. All you need is a little TLC.

I offer 3 packages at the moment:

1. full planning: to every detail, even centerpieces. for the hands off bride

2. partial: for the bride that either wants to diy a lot herself I will assist with just setting up venues and vendors or if she's already done that much I will assist where she needs me.

3. day of: this is included with the other packages, but also offered on its own. I will make sure the couple enjoys their day and everything goes according to plan.I'm just starting off but I would like in the next 5 years to be having plenty of clients, an online etsy shop to sell accessories and bouquets and lastly within 5-10 years own and operate a venue with design and coordination

Even though the market to me is shrinking, due to DIY brides i plan to market myself to budget friendly clients who need the help.

Finding a way to make ends meet for every party involved is highly important. I plan to use my resources to the benefit of the customer so my clients will spread the word about my services.

Officer and planner in drill team

Lead in organizing charity

Coordinated 5 years of youth association events

Start off on my own and working off of good faith of people. when the business expands and grows looking into loans for venue options.

Warm regards,Tyler Clark


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Client Profile Sheet

I would like to employ the services of A Little TLC Events for:

Planning and designing of my wedding. Directing the “Day of” my wedding at _______________________ Other _________________________________________________

Note: Please sign here for the day of service agreement:

____________________________________ ____________________________________

(Printed name) (Signature)

Note: Please fill out the following information completely:

Bride’s Name: _________________________________________________________________________

Wedding Date: ________________________ City of Wedding:__________________________________

Street Address/ P.O. Box: ________________________________________________________________

City: __________________________________ State: _____________________ Zip: ________________

Phone: ________________________________ Work Phone: ___________________________________

Email: ____________________________________________ Budget: ____________________________

Number of Guests: ______________________Outdoor: _____________ Indoor: ___________________

Buffet: _________________ Seated: __________________


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Specific Requests: ______________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________

Notes:

Note: Please choose the category or categories you are interested in getting more information on to help plan your wedding:

Bridal Shops Relationship Education Specials Jewelry Consultants

Rental Decorations Alterations Real Estate Honeymoon Packages

Limousine Hotel Accommodations Invitations looking good Subscriptions

Videographer Insurance Tuxedos Photographer Officiant Gifts

Wedding Cakes Entertainment Florists Events Reception Hall

Loan Information

Note: Provide payment information below ONLY for the reservation and payment of Services.

Authorized Signature: __________________________________________________ Date: _________________________

Visa: ____________ MasterCard: ____________ AMEX: ______________

Card Number: ___________________________________________________ Exp Date: _________


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Obtaining a marriage license

There are two types of marriage licenses--Formal marriage license and Declaration and Registration of an Informal Marriage (Common law). The basic requirements are the same for both types of marriage.

Both parties must appear in person. Both parties must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a valid, government-issued picture identification. Names will be reflected on the

marriage license exactly as they appear on the IDs. The County Clerk's office cannot change the name or spelling of name on ID. Forms of acceptable, valid identification include:

o Driver's licenseo State IDo Passporto Military IDo Visa

Must know Social Security number. A blood test is NOT required.

There is a 72-hour waiting period after the license is issued before the marriage ceremony can take place. The 72-hour waiting period can be waived by meeting one of three criteria.

o The waiting period does not apply if an applicant is a member of the armed forces. Military ID must be shown to the person who performs the marriage ceremony.

o The waiting period does not apply if the applicant obtains a 72-hour waiver signed by a District Judge. Waiver must be shown and kept by the person performing the ceremony.

o Applicants possess a valid Twogether in Texas Certificate. Certificate must be shown to the person who performs the ceremony.

The marriage must take place within 90 days from the date of issuance--no exceptions.

If divorced in Texas, there is a 30-day waiting period after the divorce is final before remarriage--unless waived. If the 30-day waiting period is waived, a certified copy must be presented at the time the license is purchased.

The fee is $71 cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover. (Credit card use adds an additional 3 percent fee.)


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The fee is $11 for couples who attend the State of Texas approved Marriage Education Class and present a valid Twogether in Texas Certificate.


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Wedding Party Checklist

Maid of Honor

Helps the bride select bridesmaids' attire Helps address invitations and place cards Attends as many prenuptial events as possible Organizes bridesmaids' gifts to the bride. Make sure all bridesmaids, flower girls, and ring bearer are at fittings, rehearsal,

and ceremony on time. Is expected to attend the rehearsal and is included into the rehearsal dinner Walks in processional and recessional Holds the groom's ring Helps with the Bride's gown Arranges the brides veil and train before processional and recessional Makes sure the Bride's gown is always picture perfect. Holds the brides bouquet during the ceremony Witnesses the signing of the marriage certificate Stands in the receiving line Keeps bride on schedule Helps the bride change into her going away clothes Takes care of the brides gown and accessories after reception Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding

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Bridesmaids

Assist the Maid of Honor as requested Attend as many prenuptial events as possible Possibly host or co-host a party or shower (optional) Assist the bride with errands Contribute to bridesmaids’ gift to the bride. Usually gives an individual gift to the

couple Are expected to attend the rehearsal and are included in the rehearsal dinner Arrive at dressing site promptly Walk in processional and recessional Possibly participate in receiving line Dance with ushers and single male guests Help gather guests for the first dance, cake cutting, and bouquet toss Participate in bouquet toss, if single Look after the couple’s elderly relatives or friends Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding

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Best Man Checklist

Organize a pre-wedding party for the groom Coordinates the ushers’ gift to the groom Is expected to attend the rehearsal and is included in the rehearsal dinner Gets the groom dressed and to the ceremony on time Makes sure the grooms wedding related expenses are prepared (Officiants fee,

tip, etc.) Makes sure the groom has the marriage license Delivers any payment to the Officiant, Sexton, and ceremony musicians, as

prearranged Enters the Sanctuary with the groom Takes care of and holds the brides wedding ring Makes sure all ushers are properly attired and in place on time Walks in recessional Witnesses the signing of the marriage certificate Drives the bride and groom to reception, if no driver is hired Helps welcome guests at reception Offers first toast to bride and groom at reception Dances with the bride, maid of honor, mothers, and single female guests Helps the groom get ready for the honeymoon Gathers up and takes care of the grooms clothing after he changes Has a car ready for the bride and groom to leave the reception or perhaps drives

them to their next destination

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Groomsmen and Ushers

Participate in party for the groom, if there is one Contribute to the ushers’ gift to the groom. Usually gives an individual gift to

couple. Expected to attend the rehearsal and the rehearsal dinner Review any special seating situations with the head usher before the ceremony Greet guests as they arrive Seat the eldest women first if a group of guests arrive simultaneously Ask guests whether they are to be seated on the bride or grooms side Offer their right arm to female guests (with the guests’ escort walking behind) or

ask couples to follow behind (leading couple to their seat) Walk to the left side of a male guest Hand each guest a program when they are seated Put the aisle runner in place after guests are seated and before the processional

begins Know the order of seating per tradition such as special guests, grandmothers of

the bride and groom, and brides’ mother last. Remove pew ribbons, one row at a time, after the ceremony Close windows and check pews for programs or articles left behind after the

ceremony Are prepared to direct guests to the reception site (having extra maps available, if

used) Dance with bridesmaids and other guests at reception Look after elderly relatives of friends Participate in garter ceremony, if there is one, and encourage other single men to

participate Coordinate return of rented apparel with head usher and best man Pay for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding

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Mother of the bride

Hosts an engagement party (the bride’s family traditionally gets the first opportunity)

Helps couple to decide on sites or assists in making other big planning decisions Usually contributes to the wedding budget Assists the bride in putting together the families guest list Offers suggestions for special family or ethnic ceremony traditions May help bride to shop for wedding gown and accessories Chooses own wedding day outfit (may consult with mother of the groom about

formality) Along with the maid of honor and bridesmaids, may plan and host bridal shower On wedding day help bride to get ready May accompany daughter and husband to ceremony Walk in recessional with husband following wedding party Greet guests in receiving line May be announced along with husband Sits in an honored place at parents table May assist with coordinating vendors May host a post- wedding brunch

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Father of the Bride

Hosts an engagement party Helps couple to decide on sites or assists in making other big planning decisions Usually contributes to the wedding budget May select hotel for out of town guests and reserve a block of reduced rates

rooms Rents own formalwear (works with couple to coordinate with wedding party) Helps pick up out-of-town guests from airport. May also arrange transportation to

and from the wedding Typically travels to ceremony with the bride Walks daughter down the aisle Gives the bride away during the ceremony Escorts the mother of the bride out following the wedding party Greet guests in receiving line May be announced with wife at reception May make a welcome speech Sits in an honored place at the parents table Toasts the newlyweds after the best man makes his speech and the groom

responds Dances with the bride May take care of vendor balances at the end of the reception

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Mother of the Groom

Contacts the mother of the bride if the families are not acquainted (or plans a celebration if you have met)

Attends (first) engagement party if the bride’s family host one Along with husband, may host an additional engagement party for the grooms’

side of the family Usually contribute to the wedding budget May help couple decide on sites and/or make other big planning decisions Helps group to put together families guest list Offers suggestions for special family or ethnic ceremony traditions May help bride shop for her gown Chooses own wedding day outfit (may consult with mother of bride about

formality) Along with husband, plans and hosts the rehearsal dinner Escorted out following the wedding party and the bride’s parents Greet guests in the receiving line May be announced with husband at the reception Sits in an honored place at the parents table Does mother-son dance with groom Attends post wedding brunch (if held)

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Father of the groom

Attends (first) engagement party, if the bride’s family hosts one Along with wife, may host an additional engagement party for groom’s side of

family Along with wife, may contribute to the wedding budget May help couple decide on sites and/or make other big planning decision Rents own formal wear (after talking to couple to coordinate with wedding party) Along with wife, plans rehearsal dinner May travel to ceremony with the groom and best man May escort wife to her seat right before mother of the bride is seated Escorts mother of the groom out after wedding party and bride’s parents Greets guests in the receiving line May be announced with wife May make a welcoming speech Sits at an honored place at the parent’s table May toast the newlyweds May settle final bills with wedding vendors Attends or hosts post-wedding brunch

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Flower Girls

Dress and accessories should be paid for by her family Attends the rehearsal although she usually does not attend the rehearsal dinner In the processional, walks alone directly before the bride and her father Often scatters petals from a basket she holds, although this is sometimes too

overwhelming a responsibility for a young girl to manage in front of a large group of people. Sometimes it is easier for her to carry a small similar bouquet.

In the recessional, walks with the ring bearer, directly behind couple The bride may hire a babysitter or ask one of the bridesmaids to look after the

flower girl, to be in charge of checking her appearance and making sure she is present for formal pictures, helping her manage her food at the reception, and escorting her to the ladies room

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Ring Bearer

His attire should be paid for by his family Attends the rehearsal although he usually does not attend the rehearsal dinner He immediately precedes the flower girl in the processional Carries either the actual rings or a facsimile of the rings (often a practical idea),

on a white velvet or satin cushion. If the rings are genuine, they should be fastened to cushion with a very thing thread or placed over a firmly fixed hatpin. The best man takes the rings from the cushion at the right moment.

Walks with the flower girl in the recessional, directly behind the bride and groom. The bride may hire a babysitter or ask one of the ushers to look after the ring

bearer, to be in charge of checking his appearance, making sure he is present for formal pictures, helping him manage his food at the reception, and escorting him to the men’s room.

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Calendar ChecklistThe following checklist is an ideal timetable. Couples who do not haveas much time as shown should plan their wedding in much the same order, using thechecklist as a guide. Be sure to check things off as they are completed.

Twelve to nine months:❐ Discuss a budget and the size and styleof the wedding with parents. Decidewho pays for what.❐ Choose a wedding date and time. Youmay want to check vendor availability priorto setting date.❐ Create a binder to organize yourthoughts, photos, worksheets, etc.❐ If using a wedding consultant, enlisttheir services.❐ Make initial contact with vendors andobtain references.

❐ Meet with clergymember; schedulepre-marital counseling.❐ Reserve wedding and reception sites;make initial catering contacts.❐ Register at local bridal registries.❐ Hire photographer.❐ Hire videographer.❐ Make arrangements for the musicat the wedding and reception.❐ Make all transportation arrangementsto and from the wedding and the reception.Consider hiring a limousine, partybus, trolley or horse-drawn carriage.

six months or more before:❐ Compile the guest list.❐ Send out Save the Date cards.❐ Reserve a block of hotel rooms forout-of-town guests.❐ Choose wedding rings.❐ Send engagement announcementto newspapers.❐ Select and order wedding gown, leavingample time for delivery and alterations.❐ Look for alteration specialist (if someoneother than bridal shop).❐ Select the attendants (bridesmaids andgroomsmen).❐ Choose and order bridesmaidsdresses.

❐ Purchase invitations.❐ Select one usher for every 50 guests.❐ Schedule wedding cake design appointment.Get estimates. Book the date.❐ Implement diet and exercise program.❐ Plan beauty preparations by checkingwith your salon for how far in advancethey book wedding parties.❐ Complete all honeymoon plans. Iftraveling outside the country, check onvisas, passports and inoculations.❐ Sign up for dance lessons. Talk toinstructor about choreographing a special dance routine to “wow” guests.❐ Book vendors, securing dates by puttingdown deposit.

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❐ Confirm final details with the caterer.❐ Order napkins and purchase anyother items needed for the ceremonyand reception. Check with the catererto see what he/she includes.❐ Order invitations (25 extra) and personalstationery or “Thank You” notes.❐ Book engagement photo session withenough time to submit photos to localnewspapers.

❐ Visit the photographer again to discussspecifics. Use the “Photography Worksheet.”❐ Get estimates and order flowers andfloral arrangements for wedding andreception.❐ Get estimates and order balloons,decorations and favors for wedding andreception.❐ Book room for wedding night.

three months or more before:

❐ Order wedding rings. Allow time for anyfinal engraving. ❐ Order tuxedos for the groomsmen and fathers.two months or more before:

❐ Mail invitations (six weeks before the wedding; eight weeks to out-of-town guests).❐ Buy a wedding gift for future spouse and gifts for attendants and helpers.❐ Finalize arrangements of accommodations for out-of-town attendants and guests.

one month or more before:

❐ Ready all accessories, shoes and lingeriefor bridal gown.❐ Have beauty consultant do a trial runwith bride’s hair and makeup. Schedule thisappointment on the day the bridal portait istaken and/or a party is planned or scheduleon the day of your final dress fitting to seeexactly how you will look on wedding day.❐ Have final fitting for bridal gown andbridesmaids’ dresses.❐ Have bridal portrait taken.

❐ Have groomsmen registered andmeasured at the formal wear store.❐ Check with the newspapers on weddingannouncement requirements.❐ Finalize plans for rehearsal dinner.❐ Plan seating arrangements for therehearsal dinner and reception.❐ Review this checklist to be sure nothing has been missed.❐ Complete change-of-address informationfor post-office.❐ Keep current with “Thank You” notes forshower and early wedding gifts.


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two weeks before:

❐ Get the marriage license. Be sure tobring all needed documents.❐ Inform or send rehearsal invitationsincluding exact time and location to thosewho will attend the rehearsal and rehearsaldinner.❐ Inquire about where bride, groom andattendants will dress for the ceremony.

❐ Review all details. Walk through theentire event considering things like parking,access for handicapped guests, etc.❐ Confirm all transportation plans.❐ Check in with caterer, photographer,videographer, musicians, DJ, florist, etc. toconfirm all arrangements.❐ “Break in” wedding shoes at home.

one week before:

❐ Appoint someone to act as an“organizer” to handle any last minuteproblems.❐ Give a final guest count to the caterer.❐ Review final details for those in thewedding party.

❐ Confirm honeymoon arrangements.❐ Pack for the honeymoon.❐ Enjoy a day with family and friends.Visit a day spa, have a massage, a facialand relax.

one day before:

❐ Attend the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner and give gifts to attendants.❐ Give the rings and clergy’s fee to the best man.

❐ Organize gown, accessories, etc. to go to ceremony.❐ Get a manicure and pedicure.

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❐ Mail wedding announcements.❐ Get hair, makeup, etc. done.❐ Enjoy the day!


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Day of Contract

A Little TLC Events Understands and appreciates the trust and confidence bestowed upon it by the client in booking ______________________________________________________ as the event date(s). A Little TLC Events accepts this responsibility and commits to holding the event date(s) reserved, neither considering nor accepting any other obligation that will interfere with our meeting our full commitment to you. This commitment is conditioned upon satisfactory receipt of fees set forth below.

This agreement is entered into on this day of _________________, by and between

________________________, a business, and ___________________________ an individual.

“Day of” fees: _________________________

50% due and payable to reserve wedding/event date. Deposit paid: $__________________________________________

Balance due one week prior to wedding/event date: $_________________________________________

Inconsideration of the mutual promises set forth hereunder, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, ________________________ and ___________________________.

Agree to the following:

A Little TLC Events promises to provide “Day Of” services, to include the following:

• Initial meeting with the couple to gather information

• Confirmation with all vendors

• Conduct Rehearsal up to 2 hours

• Orchestrate set-up of ceremony and reception locations

• Help Bride into Gown

• Assist Bride, Groom and Wedding Party

• Act as liaison between the wedding party and the vendors (including Photographer)

• Provide itineraries

• Provide “Day Of” check lists and reminders


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• Ensure that the day flows smoothly

• Bustle wedding gown at reception

• Distribute tossing items and line-up guests

• Handle any last minute emergencies

• Distribute final payments

A Little TLC Events accepts this responsibility and commits to holding the event

date(s) reserved, neither considering nor accepting any other obligation that will

interfere with our meeting our full commitment to you. This commitment is conditioned

upon satisfactory receipt of fees set forth below.

• Contracts with all vendors will be between the Client and the Vendor. A Little TLC Events will not enter any vendor contracts on behalf of the client.

• The undersigned agrees to let A Little TLC Events know of any changes to the wedding/event and or vendors that they will be using. The undersigned also agrees to immediately notify A Little TLC Events in the case of a cancellation, the deposit is non-refundable.

• The undersigned agrees that there will not be another wedding planner/event coordinator working with the undersigned except for A Little TLC Events.

• The undersigned agrees to pay a 50% deposit upon signing this agreement and pay the remaining balance one week prior to the set wedding/event date of _______________________.

I understand that I am using A Little TLC Events to help with my wedding planning.

I also understand a 50% deposit is required and final payment is due one week prior to the wedding/event date.

I can cancel at any time or change my contract at any time and agree to pay all fees

associated with it. I acknowledge A Little TLC Events and its representatives are not


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liable for the products or services and warranties of participating vendors. I understand

that it is my responsibility to purchase my own wedding insurance, if I desire to do so.

In the event of any dispute or legal action between the parties concerning the

enforcement or interpretation of this General Contract, each party shall be

responsible for their own attorney’s fees.

This agreement is entered into on this________ day of ___________________,

________________ , in the city of __________________________ , the County

of_______________________ , State of _____________________ .

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Additional Services

A Little TLC Events will handle additional responsibilities for fee

Managing RSVPs - $50 per 100 guests

Bouquets- $75 per bouquet

Boutonniere- $30 per boutonniere

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