In the six months since we opened the Kari Rider Events studio, by far our favorite activity has been changing out the tablescape with the seasons. And this one is the best yet. But then again, we say that every time! For this setting, we stuck with traditional fall hues, pairing navy blue plates, burgundy place cards and mustard yellow napkins with copper and gold tones for a rich autumn take on a classic meets modern look. It wouldn’t truly be fall at the studio, though, without refreshing our bar cart with all the change-of-season essentials—red wine, bourbon and the most adorably festive mini white pumpkins! All beautifully captured by the talented Karena Dixon!
Vendors:
Photography: Karena Dixon
Planning and Styling: Kari Rider Events
Flowers: Intrigue Design & Decor
Place Cards: Surcee Calligraphy
Farm Table: Vintage Affairs
Chiavari Chairs: Eastern Shore Tents and Events
Charger, Flatware, Glassware, Napkins: DC Rental
Navy Blue Ceramic Plates: Williams-Sonoma
Drink Stirrers and Coasters: Laura Hooper Calligraphy
Wine and Bourbon: Hair O’ The Dog
It’s not officially fall until we change over what we’re drinking. And while red wine is always a staple, we decided to go on the hunt for a few other seasonal cocktails to get us in the fall spirit. Thanks to our friends at Bartlett Pear Inn and 375 Park Avenue Spirits, we found the perfect remedies. Whether you need to ease into the season with a pomegranate gin and tonic or are ready to jump right in with an apple cider mule, we’ve got you covered with three delicious and simple fall cocktail recipes photographed by the fabulous Karena Dixon! Cheers!
Rasmo
Courtesy of Bartlett Pear Inn
1.5 oz. Vodka
.5 oz. Rosemary Simple Syrup
Club Soda
.5 oz. Raspberry Jam, strained and without seeds
Garnish with rosemary stem
Serve in a martini glass
Cider Maple Mule
Courtesy of 375 Park Avenue Spirits
2 oz. Tap 357 Maple Rye Whisky
1 oz. Apple Cider
Ginger Beer
Garnish with apple slice
Serve in a copper mug
Pomegranate Gin and Tonic
2 oz. Dry Gin
4 oz. Tonic Water
Pomegranate Juice
Garnish with lime
Vendors:
Photography: Karena Dixon
Styling: Kari Rider Events
Calligraphy: Surcee Calligraphy
“Cheers” Drink Stirrer: Laura Hooper Calligraphy
Alcohol: Hair O’ The Dog
Rasmo Recipe: Bartlett Pear Inn
Cider Maple Mule Recipe: 357 Park Avenue Spirits
Ever since this whole paint and wine night craze exploded, we’ve been total skeptics. Who wants a horrifically toned painting of a giant flower or the likeness of a scene from a Tim Burton film hanging on their wall? The answer is nobody—we don’t care how much wine they serve! But then it dawned on us: we’re in the business of making things pretty. So why not design our own paint night full of gorgeous hues, adorable details and, of course, plenty of wine. The result—captured by the fabulous Caitlin Kellagher of CJK Visuals—was a summer citrus dream inspired by the night’s painting and enhanced with gorgeous flowers from Monteray Farms and a sparkling citrus sangria from Hair O’ The Dog.
Vendors:
Photograper: Cairlin Kellagher of CJK Visuals
Planning & Styling: Kari Rider Events
Venue: Kari Rider Events Studio
Catering: Gourmet by the Bay
Florist: Monteray Farms
Rentals: Eastern Shore Tents and Events
Calligraphy: Poppy & Scooter
Invitation Design: Cara Smith Designs
Wine and Signature Drink: Hair O’ The Dog
Instructor: Sarah Hutchison Focht of Color My Canvas
Aprons: Joann Fabric
Welcome Bags: Paper Mart
Dip-dyed Candles: Martha Stewart Tutorial
Kari Rider Events is a boutique event planning and design company crafting elegant, individually styled celebrations on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and beyond. Our blog features real weddings designed by our team, shoots we've styled for magazines and other blogs, and lots of wedding tips and inspiration. Thanks for stopping by and we look forward to hearing from you!
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