TK Production Films

As a Wedding and Special Event Designer and Coordinator, it very much matters that our professional referrals are exceptional! I'm so pleased to share one of those out-of-this-world-creatives with you! I first met Kindra, behind TK Production Films, just over a year ago when she approached me to collaborate on an editorial shoot. It was such a joy working with her from that very moment to today! You just have to take time to check out her most recent film! STUNNING! Yes, she does travel all the way from New York! You can see more of her work on her Vimeo profile, and in our film portfolio! ENJOY!

Heather & Ethen from TK Production Film on Vimeo.

See more of her beautiful films here! P.S. Kindra and I jump around like giddy girls when we get to work together!

NEW Wish List Feature!

We are very excited to announce a new feature for you! Talk about simplifying the process! Now as you browse through our online rental inventory you can select which items you are interested in and create your very own WISH LIST! When you submit the wish list I am notified immediately and can send you the itemized price list. Hope you find this helpful! We look forward to hearing from you! Visit our [button url="http://iraandlucy.com/inventory/"]online rental inventory gallery[/button] now and submit your wish list!

Spring and Summer Internship Openings

Internship Openings for Spring + Summer 2015

INTERNSHIP

We are a family-owned business based our of Nampa, ID, with our business named after our great grandparents, Ira & Lucy. We specialize in supplying vintage prop rentals, event design and styling in the wedding and event industry. We hope you will take time to view our website to learn more about us! Thank you for your consideration and time!

• Individual will work under the direct supervision and guidance of Lead Designer of the Ira & Lucy Design Team.
• Individual will learn to navigate event design & vintage rentals in the following technical and creative aspects:
• venue research & collaboration
• concept & design initiation
• design presentation (idea boards & social media/blogging)
• styling (styled shoots, events & displays)
• scheduling of meetings, styled shoots, consults, etc
• compose detailed BLOGs with final approval by Heidi
• Initiate press publishing with direction from Heidi on preferred platforms
• exclusive access to Ira & Lucy Inventory
• maintain implemented procedures to ensure cleanliness, professional presentation and effective organization of inventory
• honor strict privacy standards regarding inventory, client interaction, styled shoots, event and business events and activities
• contribute your own ideas for improving procedures and design concepts! We love to hear your ideas!

Internship to begin June 1, 2015 for a period of approximately 5 months ‘til October 2015, with potential for full time employment at the end of the internship or sooner. Our season goes through the end of October. We will review for employment for the duration of our wedding season and into 2016! Review may occur sooner on a case-by-case basis.

Our IDEAL CANDIDATE must:

• THRIVE on creative passion
• function on innovation! We strive to add a fresh approach to event design and not to merely copy what has already be done!
• work as a team! We can’t excel alone... we believe in the power of networking, collaboration and recognizing that it isn’t about “I”, but about a cohesive team effort toward “awesome’ness”
• never compromise on integrity. We value honest, hard work. Every action must be performed with outstanding character.
• experience with composition, interior design and/or graphic design
• strong verbal and written communication
• efficient with MAC computers and software
• graphic design skills, proficient with Adobe Creative Suite
• proficient or willingness to to learn WordPress and effective blogging
• ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• punctual, organized and flexible
• sparkling personality
• provide avg 15-20 hours per week (more during wedding season)
• COMPENSATION:

Pay will be dependent on experience and there is strong potential for this part-time position to grow into a full-time position if the candidate ends up being a good fit for our team.

TO APPLY

The right individual(s) will be hand selected through a four part process:

1. Submit your cover letter & resume, including: 2 example “idea” boards, 2 references and your availability (days + hours), and salary requirements
2. Write a 300 word essay on why you are an asset to Ira & Lucy. Email with above items to heidi@iraandlucy.com
3. In person interview
4. Final Selection

heidi@iraandlucy.com

www.IraAndLucy.com

Ira & Lucy Receives the Couples' Choice Award!

I woke up this morning to a wonderful announcement! We received the Couples' Choice Award! The Couples' Choice Awards recognizes Ira & Lucy as being among the top 5% of wedding professionals nationwide. So awesome! We owe a huge thank you to our wonderful couples!!! It's been an incredible ride so far and we are so pumped for 2015!  If you want to hear reviews directly from our couples and see more of our portfolio, be sure to click on the badge below to take you over to our weddingwire profile!

Winter Solstice Wedding Inspiration

I was inspired for a blush wedding when my family visited a local nursery for our Christmas Tree and was pleasantly surprised by the stunning rows upon rows of lush poinsettias, especially the blush toned ones. What a stunning color and how perfect for a romantic winter wedding! Blush doesn't just have to be a summer and spring season wedding color. We adore it for an incredibly dreamy sunset wedding! With Winter Solstice this weekend we thought it was the perfect time to share this lovely idea board we designed!

(LEFT: MontanaRosePainter.tumblr.com, CatherinesTable.tumblr.com, theglitterguide.com, Valuz Reyes Wedding Dress via colincowieweddings.com, shireenlouw.com, Ciara Richardson Photography, HappyWedd.com, zilalila.com, weddingchicks.com)

Marsala Pantone Color of the Year 2015

It's been announced! The Hot Color for 2015 has been predicted to be Marsala, an earthy red-brown and sophisticated tone. Similar to burgundy and maroon, I know many of you think Marsala will only fit fall and winter season weddings. Here, I have paired this bolder tone with the soft romantic hues I know so many of you love. Peach, blush, dusty rose and gold all pair wonderful with Marsala. Marsala encourages design to layer tones and I LOVE that! I always encourage our couples to broaden their original color palette and not just use two or three, but to layer them. If you adore this color, but are worried it will dominate, take some of these ideas as inspiration. A pop in your floral design, perhaps some stunning after the wedding lingerie, invitation liners, or a breath taking vintage sofa for your bridal portraits or memorable lounge at your reception. There are so many lovely options! We'd love to hear your feedback on this year's choice! I'm still partial to 2013's Emerald, but I think I can be persuaded with this elegant hue.

Photo Credits: Dahlias flickr.com mellow_stuff, Plum and Peach wedding bouquet by Kate Foley Designs, tablescape Paula's Healthy Living, Blush Gown Alexi Shields Photography and Boca by Design, Arch Eric Ronald, Cake Photographer: Megan Pomeroy and Cake: Le Cupcake, Invitation Suite Plum and Gold wedding invitations by Sage Nines Event Production, Pink Astilbe - Bohemian Barn wedding by Braedon Flynn, Vintage Sofa Brown Dress with White Dots, Gold Escort Cards Linen Escort Card Display-Snippet and Ink- Lisa Lefkowitz, peach heels Snippet and Ink,Floral Design Chair Ben Q. Photography

Happy Thanksgiving!

We have so much to be thankful for! Especially for all of YOU! We've been blessed by meeting so many incredible couples and clients that have touched our lives in uniquely special and memorable ways. This year has been full of adventures and struggles, especially with losing our son...we thank you from the bottom of our heart for your continued love, support, and faith in who we are and what we strive to offer. I'm astounded by the growth we have experienced and continued success. I thank God for the many opening doors and countless blessings. Every single time I receive an inquiry for our services I feel so much gratitude and pure gratefulness. I get to do what I LOVE, what makes me tick and excites me. That's because of each of YOU! From our table to yours on this day, a sincere thank you from our family for inviting us to be part of your lives. And a big thank you to friends, family and those in the event industry that make this adventure even more incredible! xx

Ellie Asher Photography Flora by Fallon McCall Florist

Ira & Lucy Featured on Oregon Bride Magazine!

We are so honored to be featured today on Oregon Bride Magazine! 

"Though I love the brightly colored, sunny mood of summer in the Pacific Northwest, fall and winter tend to bring out a sumptuous richness of design in our local vendors’ creative efforts that I find simply irresistible. This equal parts Ralph Lauren and equestrian inspired styled shoot embodies that cold-weather decadence. From the gorgeous reclaimed wood table, to the dramatic black wedding gown, to the striking blue chaise lounge, rustic luxury with a glam touch abounds.

Pretty details aside, I’m even more excited to share this shoot than usual, given that it features a dream team of Western Idaho vendors never before featured on Oregon Bride. After writing the Eastern Oregon destination story in the current print issue of our magazine, I’m keenly aware that Eastern Oregon brides don’t have half the luxury of picky-ness that their Willamette Valley counterparts do. Though all of the vendors featured in this shoot are Idaho-based, most are located within 45 minutes of the Oregon border, and creative mastermind behind the whole shoot, Heidi Wight’s event coordination team Ira & Lucy, specializes in Northwest destination weddings. Keep scrolling to see it all, and scroll all the way to the bottom to read more about Wight's inspiration behind the shoot—Eastern Oregon brides, take note!" - Taylor Ellsworth, Oregon Bride Magazine

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