​​Hello and welcome to December!  This holiday season has already looked so different for our family, as I am sure it has for many around the world.  No large gatherings with family and friends, instead celebrations are kept very small and virtual at times.  

This year I celebrated Thanksgiving with my parents (who have been in our little pandemic bubble), my husband and our sweet two year old Australian Shepherd, Bernadette.  The holiday season is my favorite time of year and we always try to make traditions a priority no matter the circumstances.  This year, given the circumstances, those traditions are more important than ever I feel. 

Cards must be addressed early and are usually accompanied by vintage postage. Although spending more money than needed to mail something isn't something my husband understands as a priority, but demand that it is necessary to complete the look.  Decorations go up following Thanksgiving, we have hot chocolate almost every day and most of all we really make it a point to spend time with family time.  It's important to make it a priority to call your family and friends, especially those you haven't spoken to in a while. Everyone is having a challenging time this year with the pandemic still in full force, so making even small gestures to say "We're thinking of you" can make all the difference.

Being an event planning, stationery, and calligraphy design business means GAW+D can handle all your holiday card needs. From creating a custom card (photo or no photo) to addressing your envelopes, to providing little extra touches to really make the experience special. We would love to help you design your next holiday card! 

Happy Holidays Y'all! 

Although many couples are choosing to postpone their weddings, there are a few alternative options for those who would like to hold their wedding during the pandemic. Keeping you and your guests as safe as possible while still allowing the celebration to commence, takes a little extra planning to make sure there is nothing left to chance. 
​Here are four pandemic wedding options to consider. 

A live-streamed wedding could include the couple, the officiant, and a few immediate family members or friends, while your guests join via video from the comfort and safety of their own home. Though this options keep everyone physically distant, it is still a thoughtful way to keep family and friends close to you during such a special moment. You can absolutely still include flowers, formal attire (or not), and dancing. DJs are to offering virtual mixing services for couples wanting a dance party in their living room! 

A small, intimate gathering with 50 or fewer people, including any vendors and staff. The entire event can be live streamed for those who are not in attendance. A micro wedding during the pandemic could include a small ceremony with formal photos after, and a mini reception complete with the couple's introduction and first dance, a cake cutting,
​optional dinner and a grand exit.
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Hold your event outdoors and include lawn games, keeping the event in a low risk setting.

A micro wedding, or live streamed wedding now with a full celebration the following year is a great option for those wishing to keep their original wedding date or at least the original year.. For an extra special touch, hold your big celebration on your 1 year anniversary! 

The best option for those not wanting to deal with pandemic style requirements, is to postpone their wedding until the pandemic is under control. Creating a postponement checklist and game plan is essential in making the transition smooth and understandable for all your guests. Gold Anchor Weddings and Design can help with all of this.