PREFERRED VENDORS
Here at The Acre, we know that you want someone talented and experienced who connects with you well (and treats you like a friend before a client). We’ve hosted a fair share of events and have accumulated a list of talented humans that might offer what you’re looking for. While you aren’t required to use any of our recommendations, we believe they offer the best that the Big Country has to offer. We’re great friends with each of these people and hope you come to be too!
photographers
MEG AMORETTE PHOTOGRAPHY
Meg Crabtree is an Abilene, DFW & Austin-based photographer who has perfected golden tones and intimate vibes. She’s our pick adventurous spirits.
PHOTOBYJOY
Asia Eidson is based in North Texas. She strives to shoot both goofy and romantic moments with vibrant colors.
LAUREN MARIE PHOTO
Lauren Franco is DFW & Waco-based photographer who shoots with audacious and romantic couples to record momentous & moody vibes.
DOUBLE KNOT
Double Knot boasts a team of Abilene-based photographers with a cool/matte look. They’ll capture all of the intimate moments emotions throughout your big day.
VIDEOGRAPHERS
DOUBLE KNOT
Taylor is a cinematographer and video editor who was also a Double Knot bride when she got married. She challenges herself to pay attention to the poetic details and be totally present in every moment.
PHOTOBYJOY
Ty Eidson is married to the coolest woman in the world (hint: it IS Asia Eidson the photographer). The duo shoots photo and video as a team and seeks to find that unique spark in every couple.
Videography is only available to brides who book Photobyjoy for photography.
ADARA MEDIA
Megan Fridge is an ACU-grad who specializes in weddings. Her cool/matte look makes for the perfect touch of elegance to remember your big day.
BRXTN BERRY MEDIA
Braxton Berry focuses on intimate, passionate love stories – couples that LOVE adventure and aren't afraid to get their shoes dirty. They strive to capture the authentic and candid LOVE on your day.
FLORAL
FUSSY CHICKS
Patti Gibson is the owner of Fussy Chicks and has over 30 years of experience as a florist in Abilene.
THE ARRANGEMENT
Lisa Bailey-Cedillo and Jamie Bailey-Arrington produce beautiful floral designs for stunning events. They are known for their vibrant color palettes, rich textures, couture design, innovative ideas, attention to detail and flawless installations.
FLORENCE POSIES
Florence Posies provides opportunities for people to connect with nature and experience the earth’s beauty by bringing color and life to their days. Florence Posies is a full-service floral design company that creates unique, natural, free-flowing arrangements for Abilene, TX and the surrounding areas.
Food & Beverage
GRAZE ABILENE
Grazing boards, platters and tables made by Abilene’s premier charcuterie service. Suitable for groups of all sizes, available for pick up, or designed on site.
THE SHED MARKET
The Shed Market is a Texas barbeque and premium meat market. They are a Big Country crowd pleaser!
FRONT PORCH COFFEE CO
Front Porch Coffee Company excels at hospitality. Locally owned and operated, they’re a favorite for comfort foods and all of your caffeinated needs!
B. MARIE BAKERY
B. Marie Bakery designs custom cakes for weddings and events. All orders are are special and personal, baked in a home-based bakery in Abilene, TX
MISC (but 100% necessary)
KENDRA DUKE – Planner/coordinator
Kendra Duke has been designing and coordinating weddings since her own four years ago. She spends time planning, designing and decorating weddings. so brides don’t have to.
“I love allowing brides to spend their time on what they want to do. I love making their vision and wedding dream come to life. I truly want their wedding day to be better than they do.”
sugared fig paperie – calligraphy/design
Claire Carstens began her invitation design journey in high school, when she created her school’s prom invitations. When she made her own wedding invitations, she fell in love with wedding stationery and the many ways it can be embellished.
“Your wedding stationery is what first sets the tone for your event, and we not only want to create beautiful paper that encapsulates your wedding vibe, but gift you and your loved ones with a timeless keepsake, to cherish for years to come.”
KA Calligraphy & Design
Kirsten Wollschlager has been perfecting her hand lettering skills since early adolescence, as her mother was a calligrapher as well. The company began in Germany, after she quit her job as an architect in cedar rapids, Iowa to move across the ocean to live with my new husband.
KACD creates beautifully delicate paper details for brides, busy momma’s, party bosses, and other creatives.