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Pictures from Helen and David's wedding
It was a beautiful sunny day at Wimpole Hall.
Guests were greeted by an accordian player and walked through the glorious gardens to the marquee.
They were served champagne on the lawns, taking in the views or playing garden games.
The meal was a mediteranean buffet, followed by traditional Italian meringue cake.Thanks Read More...
DO wedding planners save you money?
Q11 – Do wedding planners save you money?
They can research and create bespoke lists of suppliers, for example you might ask them to find the cheapest way of hiring a marquee.
Most wedding planners will offer a free initial consultation. After that, where ever possible you should always agree the Read More...
Royal wedding come down
I feel a bit strange getting back to normal now.I am really struggling to say much more about the Royal Wedding, as it was all very NICE.
It was a perfectly planned traditional, family celebration. Any comments i would make would be about the guests.
Well maybe just a few things……I Read More...
DIY Wedding – cocktails
Just wondering if you ever have a need for smaller events that require cocktails… in a box?freshly made and delivered direct…www.cocktailbox.co.uk <http://www.cocktailbox.co.uk/>Easy to serve in jugs at garden party/marquee weddings. I would only choose 2 or 3, and they can easily be served by anyone. they have a good Read More...
Why use a wedding planner?
I did an interview for a website, about why people use wedding planners.
The lady who questioned me had just planned her own wedding and was intrigued as to why people might choose to get help/advice from a third party.
If you are thinking the same thing then read the article, Read More...
Ethical Wedding Planners
Cherish wedding planning is proud to have signed up – Ethical wedding supplier pledge!Read More...
Wedding Planner – Free consultations
All wedding planners offer a free session, so you can meet and chat about your wedding plans.
It is also an opportunity for you to meet in person, as the trust in the relationship will be crucial should you decide to work together.In any first meeting with a couple, I Read More...
Wedding day schedule
Just writing a timetable for a wedding this weekend.
I always write out a plan/schedule for weddings. It just acts as a checklist for the day.
But I also say to Brides to remember that things will change and that is fine. Brides often feel like they are in a ‘bubble’ Read More...
Real Wedding photo's
Congratulations to Ellie and james, 21st Aug 2010.
It was lovely to work with them, and the photo’s are a prefect reflection of the day.I love the colour choices, for the bridesmaids and the stunning cake.
Best Wishes to them both for a happy future! Read More...
Wedding Bouquet preservation
I was asked this week by a mother of one of my brides, where she could get the bouquet preserved as a surprise gift for her daughter on return from her honeymoon. So i thought it might be worth a mention/ reminder if you think you might like this Read More...
Sweet Wedding Favours
I am not usually a big fan of little gifts, that often get left or lost at weddings.
But a pic’n’ mix sweet table is always popular.
Guests of all ages can tuck in all day, and if you leave bags out they can fill one to take home too!
There are Read More...
Good Luck
Please please please, if you are getting married this weekend take a moment off this week with your fiance. Go for a meal, or picnic tea – a moment to cherish before the wedding. This is a precious and exciting time so savour every moment if you can.
Try to Read More...
Money saving wedding ideas
Employ a wedding planner by the hour, just to haggle down the price of quotes from suppliers, and ensure you get the best dealDon’t buy your dress or bridesmaids from a wedding dress shop, look on the high street first.Don’t print order of service, use traditional hymn Read More...
Wedding Trains
If you are having a large wedding and need to transport guests, this is a lovely idea.
A Wedding Train private hire.It can carry up to 420 passengers in First Class, which works out quite
reasonable compared with a normal ticket.
But the point about the Wedding Train is that so much Read More...
Classic wedding car
These classic cars are a perfect fun addition to any wedding. I found this company when searching for a convertible for a couple getting married in September. They are quoting reasonable prices too.www.champagneclassics.co.uk Read More...
White Weddings
Last week, I was asked by Brides magazine to contribute to a feature they were doing on ‘White Weddings’.
Well it got me thinking. So I will share some of the ideas, it might inspire you to go for a white wedding theme.
SPRING WEDDINGWhite marquee, in a field of daisies. Read More...
Wedding drinks
For a wedding in the summer the bride wanted something more than just champagne to offer guests.
There are lots of choices, (pimms, mojito’s, daiquiri’s, champagne cocktails)For a simpler look you can just drop a frozen raspberry into each glass of champagne, an easy way to add a touch of Read More...
place settings
Just a quick idea, about funky, fun, individual name settings. I love the idea of having them printed in different colours and fonts. If you are really clever you could personalise them a bit, especially for children.
These are from www.notonthehighstreet.com, but you can easily make them yourself. Read More...
Wedding Venue
Whilst doing a venue search, we were reminded of this lovely venue in Westminster London.
http://www.onegreatgeorgestreet.com/They are licensed for civil ceremonies, and can cater for up to 220 guests. It is a versatile stylish venue, right in the heart of the city.
Venue searches are a great way of involving a Read More...
Wedding cake
Wedding cake is always hard to choose as there are so many options.
Many brides who are having a traditional english summer wedding are opting for a table of homemade cakes on cake stands. This acts as a lovely table of desserts and means you can choose all your favourites.
There Read More...