FAQs

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO SET UP?

It typically takes 2-3 hours to set up depending on the package and the upgrades, and 2 hours to take down.

CAN I SET UP MY CENTERPIECES OR OTHER DECOR WHILE AZWD IS SETTING UP?

No.   When we are setting up a wedding we have all kinds of ladders and equipment that we are moving around.  If you have your tables and centerpieces set up, it is more difficult to position our ladders and equipment where we need to.  This will also ensure that your centerpieces and decor will not get broken or ruined.

WHAT DOES THE $200 FOR THE BUILDING CLEAN UP ENTAIL?

After your reception, just grab your stuff and go!  For $200 we vacuum, sweep, mop, clean the bathrooms and the kitchen, and leave the building ready for church.  The only thing we do not do is the dishes.

WHEN DOES A TRAVEL FEE APPLY AND HOW MUCH IS IT?

A travel fee applies anytime we have to travel further than 25 miles.  To calculate this click on map, then click the directions icon, and enter your reception location into the starting point.  Hit enter and it will give you the distance in miles from our location.  If it is less than 25 miles, no travel fee applies. If it is over 25 miles, there is a $2 per mile charge.  This is to cover the gas and the extra travel time.

CAN YOU SET UP THE DAY BEFORE MY RECEPTION?

Yes!  We actually prefer to set up the day before your reception.  With this in mind, be sure to reserve the church for your reception/wedding date as well as the day before. 

HOW DO I RESERVE MY DATE?

In order for us to hold your date, we require a $250 non-refundable deposit.  This deposit does go towards your total payment. We work on a first come first serve basis, so keep that in mind when determining when you want to reserve your date.

WHAT PAYMENT OPTIONS DO YOU OFFER?

Payments can be made by cash, check, or PayPal.

DOES THE PINWHEEL CEILING WORK AT EVERY CHURCH?

The short answer is no.  In order for us to be able to do a pinwheel ceiling, there needs to be a hook or anchor in the center of the ceiling.  If there is not something for us to anchor to, then we will only be able to 

Add a Little Sparkle

Not only does a little sparkle look good, but it will also improve your wedding pictures.  Whether it is for a backdrop or an entire wall, let AZ Wedding Decor add string lights behind the sheers to bring the sparkle to your wedding reception.

5 Tips to make your Reception Perfect

1.        You can create a more intimate feel by using a smaller space.  

Ambiance is so important when it comes to wedding receptions, and one way you can create a more intimate setting is by using a smaller space.  Most people fall into the trap of thinking they must use the entire gym simply because it is there.  Since AZ Wedding Décor uses draping as walls we can turn huge, empty spaces into cozy ones.  You should consider the number of guests, tables, chairs, as well as the size of the dance floor to help you to come to your decision of how much of the gym to use.

2.   Turn off the fluorescent lighting.  

In order to make your reception feel more intimate and warm, AZ Wedding Décor turns off  all of the fluorescent lighting and uses much softer light by using string lights in the drop ceilings and chandeliers. 

3.       Bring in your wedding colors through centerpieces and other decor.  

Lots of Brides get hung up that the overlays or chair sashes are not their exact wedding color.  There are a few ways to overcome this. The first would be to use a more neutral color for the table overlays, and bring in the colors with centerpieces and other décor.  The second is to remember that at AZ Wedding Décor we use our own lights from chandeliers and from the drop ceiling.  This usually creates a low light, so the colors are not as vibrant.

4.       The best way to change a space is with draped walls and chandeliers.  

A drop ceiling and draped walls make a huge impact with any venue, and we would recommend that if it is in your budget, do both.  However, if it is not in your budget and you had to choose just one or the other, the biggest bang for your buck will come from adding draped walls to the perimeter of the venue.  The reason is because once we have walls up, with the chandeliers every 10-14 feet apart and 10 feet high, we can turn off the florescent lights and your eye does not go to the dark space above the walls.  On the other hand a drop ceiling without our draped walls light up the venues unattractive walls, drawing your eyes right to it.

5.       A backdrop is a nice way to make a reception line more visually stimulating.  

If you are planning on doing a reception line at your wedding reception, consider doing a backdrop to stand in front of.  AZ Wedding Décor can add the backdrop to any location in the wall you want, and it adds to the overall look and feel of the reception.  With a backdrop we can bring in your wedding colors, or even just leave it white while adding lots of bling with diamond cut beads, mesh and broaches.

AZWD is Now Offering a Wedding Canopy

AZ Wedding Décor is proud to offer this beautiful wedding canopy.  This is perfect for creating a focal point for your outdoor or garden wedding.  Customize it by changing the color of the bows or adding flowers to match your wedding colors and style.  The price is only $200 and includes all the set up and take down.  Call or email today to reserve your date.

10 Reasons church buildings make great reception halls

1.  Using the cultural hall is FREE. 

2.  The cultural hall is more than large enough to accommodate all of your family and friends.

3.  You are not dependent on the weather.

4.  It is located close to you and your guests.

5.  The church has plenty of parking.

6.  There is always a good feeling in the church.

7.  You can save money because the chairs and tables are already there and do not need to be rented.

8.  Churches are usually available on Friday and Saturday night.

9.  Access to the kitchen with all its utensils, appliances, etc.

10.  With AZ Wedding Decor it is no longer a gym, it is a beautiful wedding venue.