Please take a moment to read a selection of shared thoughts from some of Favorable Expression's highly valued customers.
"I truly have to say that Nancy Crain and Favorable Expressions were a Godsend when it came to planning my wedding.
Prior to meeting Nancy, my husband and I knew exactly what we wanted to give as wedding favors, however I was clueless as to how to get from step one to a completed project. It was very important to both of us to give our friends and family something very tasteful as well as something of good quality. We wanted something that they would actually hang onto and not throw away after the wedding as so often happens with wedding favors. I had spent numerous hours on the phone with vendors, stationary stores, and suppliers and was coming up with nothing that I could utilize as well as was quite stunned at what the cost would be to make my favors on my own. It began to become a huge stress point in the wedding planning, rather than an enjoyable experience.
I explained to Nancy my situation, as well as what my husband and I had pictured as the 'ideal wedding favor.' What Nancy did from there was a blessing!! She had a unique way of providing suggestions without trying to influence or change any of my original ideas, she consulted me on every decision that needed to be made without being bothersome, was always willing to spend as much time as necessary when I wanted to talk to her about my thoughts or ideas. It was like having a consultant/vendor and a friend at the same time.
Nancy truly took away the stress of 'wedding planning' which allowed it to become fun again! I ended up feeling so comfortable with Favorable Expressions, and had such trust in Nancy and her experience that I completely put things in her hands and never gave it a second thought from that point on.
Not only was the finished product even more beautiful than I had expected, but Nancy also provided my attendants gifts, my guest book, flower girl basket, and ring bearers pillow.
It has been nine months since my wedding day and I am still getting asked by friends and family members as well as their guests, where I obtained my favors. The one comment that I heard repeatedly at our reception was 'how tasteful and elegant' my favors were as well as 'how beautifully they were displayed.' Nancy knows that just as important as the favor is itself, the presentation is just as important. Favorable Expressions is the greatest asset a bride can have! I would without a doubt recommend Nancy to anyone as well as both my husband and I plan on using Nancy in our future parties and events."
~ Karen Raynes
"Dear Nancy,
I wanted to send you a very deserved, huge thank you for the beautiful customized baby shower favors you made for our event. Your idea of the stuffed animal 'fairies' was such a hit! These favors were not only adorable, but after the shower were also used as darling decorations for the baby's room. I will look
forward to having you add your special touch for any event or party that I will have in the future. Thanks
again for a wonderful job."
~ Laurie Price
"I can't say enough about Nancy's creativity and flexibility. When I first contacted her, she asked about details on the theme of our wedding, as well as what my fiancé and I are interested in as individuals. Since we live on different sides of the Bay Area, Nancy met me half way for a consultation. She brought along an assortment of beautiful and original favor samples, as well as several pieces custom designed for our wedding! She not only incorporated the fall color scheme I was planning, but also the love of coffee for my fiancé and a pretty flair for me! I was so impressed and excited to see something so tasteful and specially created for the two of us.
I haven't seen any ideas like the ones Nancy presented, and would have never thought of the idea myself! We decided on the final details for each piece - a chartreuse organza bag filled with Starbucks coffee beans, tied with three gorgeous ribbons in various sizes and colors - bronze, medium and light gold, and burgundy - adorned with a stunning burgundy and wine colored rosette. To top it off, Nancy attached a stick of mini sugar crystals to accompany the coffee beans. The vellum heart shaped tag reads 'Wil & Dana "The Perfect Blend" October 3, 2003'. The favors were set out at each place setting and really enhanced the reception tables. They were an absolute hit with the guests, and we receive compliments on them to this day! I have some around my house and love to notice (and smell!) them as a reminder of our day.
I can't wait for another special occasion to arise so I can work with Nancy again to design another priceless favor! I am excited to refer you anytime I can...all the best to you and 'Favorable Expressions'!"
~ Dana & Wil
"As our wedding was a 'spur of the moment' decision, we were searching for a flexible favors supplier who could accommodate us in a short time frame and also provide quality favors for our wedding party. Favorable Expressions met these parameters.
Nancy was very patient and accommodating, and was able to provide creative suggestions to match our tastes and requirements. There was a vast variety of favors to select from, which importantly included a wide selection of favors on display for us to view. The price range was well within our budget, plus she was able to cater to us on short notice - less than 3 weeks. All in all, it was a very satisfying experience, one we would gladly recommend to others.
I hope you will find these heartfelt comments to be of use on your website, and we wish you the very best success going forward.
You were an integral part in making our wedding a very successful event, for which we are forever grateful. Best wishes always!"
~ Todd Kastan
"Working with Nancy for the favors for my daughter-in-law's bridal shower was a wonderful experience. She understood the importance of this event
and was a true professional. Nancy's boundless creativity, eager exchange of ideas, knowledge of what works and doesn't work and her penchant for perfection drew raves. Bravo!"
~ Cindy Lehmann
"Nancy creates the most adorable and unique favors. Her ability to personalize each favor to match the couple's personality and theme is amazing. She puts her heart and soul into each one and they really complete the table setting."
~ Sara Stallings
Catering Coordinator
Crowne Plaza San Jose/Silicon Valley
"Nancy recently made biscotti favors for my daughter's Bridal Shower. I was extremely satisfied with Nancy's service and the quality of her product. The biscotti were delicious and they were beautifully packaged. The guests commented on how wonderful they were."
~ Maria R.
"Our experience with Favorable Expressions was fabulous. It was a great pleasure working with you to create the design of our wedding favors. Each one of the favors were impeccable and admired at our reception by all of our guests. Once again, thank you for all of your time and hard work."
~ Claudia and Ramiro Torres
