Weddings are politicalWe decided to send this newsletter as regularly scheduled because the work continues even when — especially when — it feels impossible. If you’re looking for something to share that’s related to last night’s U.S. election results but with a focus on weddings, consider this Offbeat Wed article. It’s from, we think, 2017 but, well, here we are. Altared is no longer on InstagramWe retired our Instagram last week but guess what? You’re already in the exact right spot to stay in touch with Altared. This newsletter is where we’ll continue to share the work of fellow wedding vendors as well as our educational programming to make the wedding industry a less-gross place. Fellow vendors to supportCongratulations to Oregon elopement photographer Marissa Solini for winning an Elopement Legend Award! See the photo and learn more about the award. Meet Eventelier, a custom design wedding decor and gifting company. Founder Dawn Schuster is specifically looking to connect with wedding vendors who have clients looking to add bespoke touches to their events. Contact Dawn directly at dawn@eventelier.com. Let’s welcome in Twisted Liquid, a mobile bartending service in southern Oregon. Fun fact: Twisted Liquid is owned by the same people behind The UnConventional Camp Co. Learn more at @TwistedLiquidLLC. Wow! Sustainable palm leaf dinnerware company DTOCS was recently recognized as a top small business in the U.S. as chosen by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Read the full list. Happy (almost) one-year anniversary to floral arch rentals company Young Vine Rentals in Seattle, Washington. To celebrate, Young Vine is offering 5 percent cash back to any vendor who refers clients to Young Vine. Email hello@youngvinerentals.com for more information. Now through Wednesday 1/15/24, get 25 percent off in-studio hair and makeup sessions with The Wildeflower Collective in Portland, Oregon. Mention this newsletter when you contact them. Affiliate program to considerSay hello to Neptune. This new U.S.-based company aims to make prenups easier by connecting clients with lawyers. They’ve worked with more than 200 couples since April and are looking to add wedding vendors to their affiliate program. If you register, you get $100 for every client who retains an attorney through Neptune. Penultimate reminder: Free promo code to useStanding reminder: The Budget Savvy Bride is offering readers of this newsletter a free year in their new vendor directory. Use code ALTAREDESSENTIALS at checkout when you select the Essentials plan to redeem your free year.
You can cancel without penalty anytime before the one-year renewal. There's no expiration date on the code. They just want to beef up the directory for their readership! Check it out. Articles to readWebsite designer Emily Foster offers 10 things to consider when refreshing your business website. Podcasts to downloadThe folks over at AisleTalk spoke about how to have a meaningful, authentic wedding in this September episode of the podcast Shame Piñata. Carla Callahan of Young Vine Rentals talks innovation and sustainability in the wedding industry in this episode of Washington Wedding Day Podcast. Service to considerIf you’re contemplating some work on your business website, consider signing up to get a guide on what to know before booking a website designer, as written by website designer Emily Jane Lee. Events to attendHere’s this month’s line-up of wedding vendor meet-ups as supported by Altared. Want to host a meet-up near you? Tell us! We’ll help (altaredpdx@gmail.com). Portland, Oregon, venue The Victorian Belle has a whole slew of shows and events planned for this month and next. Read the full line-up — including a holiday wreath making workshop with Wildflower Hill Floral and holiday afternoon teas with Little Banana Bakery. This month, Rational Unicorn Legal Services’ has two pay-what-you-can educational options: Stop by Abbey Road Farm’s Fall Market over Thanksgiving weekend. Features more than 25 Pacific Northwest makers. The World Forestry Center in Portland, Oregon, is having an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday 1/12/25. It’s free!
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