Red Corral Ranch /// #kissinlogs /// Jessie + Taylor, the full film

What we truly love about Jess and Taylor is the way they appreciate sweet, intimate moments - quality time spent together going to the dog park with their pups and simply catching up with one another on the couch at the end of the day. They spent time on little details for the wedding day as well, from handmade road signs directing guests to different locations to the lovingly handwritten letters that they wrote to their wedding party.

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You’re as sweet as Tennessee Whiskey.

When asked about musical preferences and genres they would like represented in their final film, Jessica and Taylor didn’t hesitate in their response: anything similar to Chris Stapleton. A musician known for his deep voice and highly relatable songs referencing the simple things in life like whiskey and love, we can see why Jess and Taylor enjoy his music so much. For their edit, we chose music by Matt McCloskey and Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors. Drew Holcomb is a well known Nashville artist who often sings duets with his beautiful wife, Ellie Holcomb. Their style is lilting, simple, and pure country. Red Corral Ranch Romantic wedding by Westcott Weddings 03 Red Corral Ranch Romantic wedding by Westcott Weddings 05 Red Corral Ranch Romantic wedding by Westcott Weddings 06 Red Corral Ranch Romantic wedding by Westcott Weddings 07 Red Corral Ranch Romantic wedding by Westcott Weddings 08 Red Corral Ranch Romantic wedding by Westcott Weddings 19

Red Corral Ranch in Wimberley is like an oasis in the desert - filled with rolling hills, lush greenery, spectacular views, and twinkling lights that would make the night sky jealous. It was here that Jess and Taylor chose to say “I do” amongst their closest family and friends.

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Jessica and Taylor,

We hope your film helps you re-live these moments with joy and delight, and that the memory of this moment when you shared your vows will continue to stir your affections and strengthen you for all of your future days together.

love,

the Mason Jar Team

Ceremony/Reception: Red Corral Ranch ||  || @redcorral Planner: Westcott Weddings ||  || @westcottweddings Photographer: Mint Photography ||  || @lovemintphotography Florist: Bristol Lane ||  ||@bristollane Caterer: Gourmet Gals || || @gourmetgalscatering Ceremony Music: Better Halves || Tables/Chairs: Premiere ||  || @premiereeventsaustin Napkins: Marquee ||  || @marqueeatx Vintage Rentals: Loot Vintage Rentals ||  || @lootvintage Makeup: LoLa ||  || @lolabeautyatx DJ: Altared Weddings ||  || @altared_weddings Cake: Sweet Treats ||  || @sweettreetsbakery

The Bayou Club /// #ToHaveAndToHastings /// Kellie + Harry - the Memory Tin

One can find inspiration in many different ways - the melody heard on the radio, the art on the side of a coffeeshop, or in Kellie and Harry’s beautiful love story. Having met at a summer camp just after high school, Kellie and Harry have been sharing one another’s life for 7 years. Kellie is energetic, happy, and she has "moves-that-kill” on the dance floor. When we asked Harry what drew him to her, he mentioned that not only is she the most fun person to be with, but he admires her work ethic and how she cares for others through her job as an ER trauma nurse. Kellie told us that Harry is positive, loving, and enthusiastic—especially about golf and Texas A&M football! Spending the day filming their wedding at the stunning Church of St. John the Divine and Bayou Club, it was evident that this love story would be one to remember.

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They started their day off with a heartfelt letter exchange that brought smiles to both of their faces. Such a thoughtful way to begin the most important day of their lives! Kellie also shared a sweet “first look” moment with her dad in front of the church’s angular floral front doors. The ceremony venue was chosen because it is Harry’s childhood church home where his family remains closely connected. Kellie’s bridesmaids wore dresses in a beautiful royal blue (with the smart addition of pockets!), and Harry’s groomsmen wore embroidered southwestern style suspenders hidden under their formal tuxedo jackets.

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The stunning reception at the Houston Bayou Club, draped in blues and blush golds, was a lively and raucous occasion: rife with crazy dance moves from the wedding party and even Kellie herself! Since they are avid A&M fans (as well as alumni) the night wouldn’t have been complete without a rendition of the Aggie War Song performed by guests and members of Kellie’s sorority — Chi-O.

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The fun of the party seemed to just fly by, with late night snacks and fun sunglasses and beaded headbands for everyone on the dance floor. As the last song from Professor D soared through the air, guests celebrated with confetti sticks that showered the dance floor in a beautiful shower of color. As guests made their way outside for the send-off, they were handed game-day towels.  The couple left the Bayou Club through a tunnel of waving Aggie towels and a golf cart decorated in beautiful script signage.

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The Proposal Harry proposed to Kellie around 1am on December 18th, 2014. Harry wanted to surprise Kellie, so he showed up to the ER in a tuxedo and popped the question in the SHOCK TRAUMA ROOM! He even brought their dog, Shiner, to the Hospital (wearing a bowtie, of course!) to be a part of the proposal. After all the excitement, Kellie still had to go back to work for the remaining two hours of her shift, but was on cloud 9 and 100% surprised! She thought that it was absolutely perfect in every way!

Kellie and Harry, We cannot express to you how honored we feel to have been able to share your special day. The visible love between you, as well as the love your family and friends have for y'all is truly astounding and inspiring. We hope that your marriage is all that you dream it will be and that you continue dancing and laughing your way through life.

Oh, and Gig ‘Em Aggies!

all our best,

The Mason Jar Team

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Event Planner & Designer: Belle of the Ball @belleevents Ceremony Venue: St. John the Divine Episcopal Church 2450 River Oaks Blvd Houston, TX 77019 Reception Venue: The Bayou Club 8550 Memorial Dr. Houston, TX 77024 Wedding Photographer: Kelli Elizabeth Photography  @kellidurhamphoto Florist: Blooming Gallery @bloominggallery Bakery: Who Made the Cake  @whomadethecake_nadinemoon  Susie’s Cakes Event Entertainment: Professor D @professordband Makeup: Jentry Kelly   @jentrykelleycosmetics Hair: Blush & Co.  @blushandco Transportation: AFC Transportation  Rentals: Brightstar:  Mike’s Dance Floors Aztec USA

Ouisie's Table /// #ileicheralot /// Lauren + Jake, the Memory Tin

There will never be another father who loves his daughter as much as I love you."

As Lauren’s dad addressed the crowd filled with friends and family snuggled together around the dance floor at Ouisie’s, a hush fell over the room. He spoke of a moment when Lauren was five years old and riding her bicycle. He remembered that as he looked at her face, he felt himself jump forward in time to the day he would walk his daughter down the aisle, and he thought, “how can I ever give this girl away?" What Jake did to earn this loving father's trust— that is the very thing about Lauren and Jake that gives us one more reason to believe in love. Enjoy their film and their story: [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/151166105[/vimeo] musical soundtrack: "Hey Ho" by The Lumineers, licensed through SongFreedom "Soul Birds" by Ryan Taubert, licensed through MusicBed houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 05houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 29Lauren and Jake are quite a pair—Lauren is passionate, kind, and (self-admittedly) a little rebellious —and Jake is goofy, adorable and honorable. Fun fact— Jake’s favorite movie is Dumb and Dumber, so the wedding hashtag #ileicheralot was based off of the line from the movie “I like her a lot.” Cute, right? Together, they love to travel and explore new places so it was only fitting that their wedding brought in people from many places to celebrate with them. For their wedding venues, they chose locations that felt the most like home to them. Jake and Lauren both grew up at the same church in Houston; MDPC is the place where they were both baptized and confirmed so it made perfect sense that it would be where they would make their vows to one another. houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 07 houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 08 houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 09 houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 10 houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 11 houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 12 houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 13 houston wedding at ouisie s table photo 14For their reception, they chose Ouisie’s—a swanky New Orleans' style restaurant in a bungalow-esque building with a beautiful, intimate garden setting and classic ballroom complete with ornate architecture. It was a night filled with laughter around dinner tables, joyous dancing, and of course, good food. Before the wedding, Lauren told us, "We are very close to our friends and family. Many of them are coming from out of town so we intend to really celebrate life during the event."  .....and, just one more fun fact—you know your clients have an awesome taste in food when a Food Network star crashes their wedding to eat at the venue! Thankfully, Giada was kind enough to share some wedding well-wishes with us to deliver to Jake and Lauren.

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The Proposal: How did it happen? If you are observant, you will have seen many references to golf throughout the wedding—from the topper on the groom’s cake to the guest book - which were chosen as a reflection of the proposal story. Lauren told us, “It happened at the Master's - 9th fairway. (It's actually on film...) "

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Ceremony Venue:  Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church @memorialdrivepc
Reception Venue:  Ouisie’s Table @ouisiestable
Aztec (rentals): Elyse Evans @aztecusa
Candelabra Rentals:  Darryl & Co.  @darrylco_events
Photographer:  Christina Carroll @christinacarrollphoto
Houston Wedding Videographer: Mason Jar Films
Ceremony Music:  Avalon Strings @theavalonmusic
Florals:  Blooming Gallery @bloominggallery
Band:  Empire 6 @empire_6
Make Up:  Your Beautiful Face  Leah @yourbeautifulfaceco
Photo Booth:  Smilebooth  @smilebooth
Dance Floor Rental:  Mike’s Dance Floors Mike Reed 
Paper Flower Archway:  Balushka @paperfloralartistry
Cocktail Hour Entertainment - Spanish Guitarist: Guille Serpas 

Austin Ranch Wedding /// #StarksOfSomethingGreat /// Jessica + Alex, the Memory Tin

The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return."

And now, Mason Jar - with a twist! This exciting wedding film is a slight departure from our classic laid-back and relaxed pace of filmmaking. When Jessica and Alex chose us to create their film, they challenged us to create a wedding film for them that would capture the fast-paced, pumped up excitement of their wedding day. Of course, discovering that the bride's favorite movie is Moulin Rouge was a joy for us to hear -- Baz Luhrmann is definitely one of our artistic influences! So although the pace of this film is more upbeat than some of our others, at its core, this is a story of two people who love each other fiercely, and that is what inspires us most. As Alex says in his personal vows to Jessica under the pergola at his father's ranch, “The gravity of this moment isn't lost on me." What else could we feel but inspired as we watch Jessica profess her love of her groom's creative mind...as we watch uncles stand in the cathedral aisle to honor the bride's deceased father…we watch Alex and his groomsmen joyfully serenade the bride during the reception?

See it for yourself -- but grab a tissue first!

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The reception took place at the groom's family ranch. Guests played lawn games as they arrived and enjoyed live music while they mingled under string lights and a pine tree canopy. After portraits, the crowd gathered at a lakeside pergola to watch Jessica and Alex exchange beautiful personal vows. The party continued late into the night under a transparent tent allowing everyone to gaze at the stars and watch some surprise fireworks!
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 The Proposal: How it happened.... "It happened on the 4th of July on the 4 year anniversary of when he first made a move (we were friends up to that point). I saw the ring box in his pocket and had to wait hours pretending not to be freaking out on the inside. 

Jessica and Alex, After creating your wedding video, we are amazed by the strength of your commitment -- both to one another and to your creative growth. Years from now as you sit down to watch this film, we hope that you are reminded of the foundation you set here in these places you treasure-- your church and your family land. We hope the memory of these moments will encourage you and guide you in your adventures together forevermore.

Truly, the Mason Jar Team

Coordinator: Something To Celebrate Jessica Moore  @something_to_celebrate
Venue: Private Estate
Caterer: Primizie @primiziecatering
Cake: Simon Lee Bakery @simonleebakery
Florist: Last Petal Floral Studio @lastpetalfloralstudio
Photographer: Jenny DeMarco Photography @jennydemarcoweddings
Videographer: Mason Jar Films
Recep/cocktail hr Music: Buzz & the Blue Cats 
Afterparty music: Altared Weddings  @altared_weddings
Lighting: ILIOS Lighting @ilios_lighting
Comfort Station: First Class Rentals
Cigar Roller: Bobalu Cigar Co.  @bobalucigars
Hair2: Adore Makeup Salon @adoremakeupsalon
Rentals/Tent: Marquee Event Group @marqueeatx

Escondido Golf and Lake Club /// #YetiPearl2015 /// Ferrell + Jason, the Locket

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There’s so much to say about this colorful TexMex wedding set in the Austin hillcountry—the bride and groom were the life of the party, the dancing was out of this world—and the cocktail hour featured sombrero-clad beer burros— that’s right—we said that small donkeys wearing sombreros served the alcohol.

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Ferrell describes Jason as loyal, adventurous, and her soul mate. Jason said that he loves that Ferrell is funky, fun and sincere...and that three words are just not enough to describe her! They love to travel, watch football, cook, and listen to music. Because their favorite bands include Band of Horses and the National, we specifically tailored the soundtrack to their film to reflect the spirit and the style of those bands.

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Known to their friends as the “yeti” and “the pearl,” these fun-loving Austinites chose to celebrate their wedding with a visual motif as bold as their joy. Much of Austin’s iconic look is filled with art, nature, and the bright colors of the Hispanic heritage of Texas. Guests were given maracas at the wedding ceremony and told to “shake responsibly.” The flowergirls wore traditional hand-embroidered sundresses from Mexico, and strands of paper-cut banners hung from every rooftop and tentpole.

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 The Proposal: How it happened....

Ferrell and Jason won us over immediately when they told us that one of their favorite traditions as a couple is the quiet time they share in the morning drinking coffee, making breakfast, and reading the news. Jason proposed on the morning of Christmas Eve while they were having coffee. As they told us the story of the proposal, they had us laughing as Jason described how excited and surprised Ferrell was as she looked at the ring. Finally he had to ask her again, “so is that a yes?” They spent the day with both sides of their family, drinking champagne and celebrating the exciting news.

Ferrell and Jason told us, “we are most looking forward to Getting married and sharing this special occasion with all of our friends and family that mean so much to us. They have all been on this crazy life journey with us and we just want to let our hair down and celebrate our love for each other and have an absolute blast!”

Ferrell and Jason, Your passionate joy is inspiring, and the way you treasure the small moments in life (like morning coffee time) is a beautiful picture of how marriage will take you on a journey full of big moments and small. We hope life brings you as much delight as you share in one another. Truly, The Mason Jar Team

Reception - Escondido
Rentals - Whim & Marquee (tent) @whimhospitality @marqueeatx
Floral - Wendee Sawran @eventdesigner
Photographer - Cory Ryan @coryryanphotography
Coordinator - Brock and Co. @brockandcoevents
Cake - Simon Lee @simonleebakery
Lighting - FILO