Wedding Blogs by Wedding Professionals
August 31, 2006
Lynette's First Blog about Personal Profile Video
This is my first blog and yes technology has come a long way. I started Personal Profile Professional Video Service to offer quality video at affordable prices. I get such joy when I shoot and edit video. And even though my clients don't think of themselves as heroes or stars, I believe that everyone is the star in their own life and how I love to let that star shine when I capture precious moments on video ...no matter how many weddings I shoot, each one will be different--- because it's "All about You", the bride, the groom and their wedding day.
Posted by LMH VIDEO on August 31, 2006 at 05:11 PM
The Message of Invitations
The wedding day is the most romantic day in a couple's life. The flowers, the clothing, the setting, the cake, and all the other preparations evoke a kind of magic, an excitement that is unlike any other day. Everyone I know looks forward to weddings and can spend hours afterward enthusiastically discussing the most minute details. It is the charm we remember, but also the choices that set each wedding apart. It is also my belief that every couple, no matter their personal style or the size of their budget, can have a perfect day.
In the age of hastily written emails, the wedding invitation is a reminder of the delight that can come from receiving a beautifully crafted message. A save-the-date card or invitation is the "first glimpse" your guests will have of the wedding, so you'll want it to be special. A motif or monogram can echo other details of the day (if orange is in your wedding palette, use it on your wedding stationary). If you don't want to toss out tradition altogether, give it a twist with colored ink, expressive type or a motiff. And remember you may want to carry the theme to your favors.
Congratulations to each and every bride and groom.
Brenda Tillmann
Posted by on August 31, 2006 at 10:58 AM
Have you been trying to reach me?
Hello Brides,
I want to apologize for any inconvenience you may have recieved trying to reach me. My phone line is down and the service provider is actively working to repair. It's been down for several days now and I hope they have it working very soon. In the meantime, please email BTDesigns@tampabay.rr.com or call my cell (813) 235-3969 with any questions or to book your FREE consultation and receive September's promotion.
Again, I'm sorry and look forward to meeting you soon! Congratulations on your engagemnet,
Brenda
Posted by on August 31, 2006 at 05:37 AM
August 30, 2006
Wedding Cinematography - professional video productions
Welcome to the Wedding Cinematography blog on Bride's Club. We are excited to be here and invite you to visit us at the Seattle Bridal Show on September 9-10. Please feel free to contact us if we can be of any service to you!
Posted by WEDDING CINEMATOGRAPHY, LLC on August 30, 2006 at 09:52 PM
Engagement Photo Ideas
Where did you and your sweetheart meet? What special things do you share?
Think Beyond the Studio for your Engagement Photos!
The Beach?
The Woods?
The Space Needle?
On a Ferry?
Pike Street Market?
A Landmark that has special meaning for you can make for just spectacular engagement photographs. A blend of posed and action shots can really make for a wonderful grouping of images to treasure.
Give me a call, it's what I do!
Have a great Day!
Cara
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 30, 2006 at 06:41 PM
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Posted by on August 30, 2006 at 11:57 AM
Tacoma Wedding Expo - September 2006
It's that time of the year again! The Tacoma Wedding Expo, held on September 16th and 17th, located at the Exhibition Center of the Tacoma Dome is fast approaching. This is a wonderful opportunity for brides-to-be to see what American Party Place is all about. We will be offering samples from out delicious chocolate fountain as well as offering a chance to win several prizes. Make sure to stop by our booth at the Expo and see what American Party Place can offer you for your special day! We look forward to meeting you and helping create the day of your dreams!
Posted by AMERICAN PARTY PLACE / BUNCE on August 30, 2006 at 08:52 AM
Unique Favor Boxes and Gift Ideas
When we attended a large manufacturer show in Las Vegas earlier this month we talked to a lot of wedding item manufacturers and distributors. One of the more unique items we saw was a display of favor boxes that formed a wedding cake when displayed together. It was cute, clever and certainly caught our attention...and we've ordered 10 of them! We'll have one displayed at our booth at the Seattle area wedding shows in September so be sure to stop by to see it.
Still looking for a small gift to offer as a thank you or favor? Consider giving a personalized engraved metal charm or dogtag. We can transfer your picture or another image to the metal item, and we can inscribe whatever you'd like to say.
Posted by GETTING PERSONAL IMPRINTING on August 30, 2006 at 06:39 AM
August 29, 2006
Getting directions and maps to guests!
No longer is the village or small town wedding the current norm for most weddings, and the need for more assistance for out of town guests prompts the need to provide information in the form of email(s) or mailings to guests with hotel accommodations as well as maps, etc. to the church and reception location an important part of taking care of the wedding guest list.
Some brides prefer to do this very personally rather than supply a map and direction card as an accompaniment piece to their wedding invitation ensemble.
One good idea when creating custom invitations is to make the reception card large enough to include the map or directions on the back of the card.
One our clients actually had us print the map to both locations on the back of the wedding invitation, another thought. Depending on the design of the invitation, this may or may not be possible.
Communication seems to be what is needed to assist guests with feeling comfortable about the travel to a possibly new location, or an unknown to the guest reception facility in your area.
By the way, we let clients know that printed maps and directions from home printers may rub off on invitations you have paid dearly for.
"getting people to the church on time" is often assisted with maps and/or direction cards either within the invitation packet or emailed or snail mailed to each guest.
Judy Laughton Lilley
314-752-7092
judy@lilleyprinting.com
Posted by on August 29, 2006 at 03:16 PM
August 28, 2006
Meaningful Extras
Do you have Something that Has Special Meaning to you?
Your Horse?
Your Dog?
Your Car?
If you can't make them a part of your wedding you can make them a part of your photos!
With some planning and the right mindset, your meaningful things can be incorporated into your special day.
One of my couples had a very special car that they wanted to be photographed with. We did it up 'Homecoming Queen Style' at a local Arboretum, and the photos turned out great!
Brides and Grooms have been photographed with their horses, their dogs, and a host of other meaningful critters.
It just takes a bit of planning, patience, and imagination!
Have a great day!
Cara
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 28, 2006 at 05:14 PM
August 27, 2006
Be Careful of What You Share Online!
Talk about Bridal stress! How about having your wedding vendors cancelled five days before your wedding...and you didn't cancel them!? A few women, affectionately known as "knotties" on the message board of The Knot, cancelled the contracts of another member's wedding. Read the story: http://www.13wham.com/news/local/story.aspx?content_id=5FBC9D0E-E9E7-4356-BC48-83D341AF2A59 or watch the video http://www.13wham.com/mediacenter/?videoId=179508
The O is one of the vendors where your wedding information is kept securely and must go through a system of channels in order to cancel with us and your vendors. This is done for your protection.
Please be careful with the information you share online! You never know another person's motives.
Posted by ONCE UPON YOUR WEDDING on August 27, 2006 at 10:49 AM
Exclusive Wedding Gifts
www.ExclusivelyWeddings.com is your complete wedding shopping resource, filled with hundreds of accessories, invitations, favors, wedding party gifts and other special touches for every aspect of your wedding.
Exclusively Weddings website and catalog includes helpful hints, traditions and the latest ideas for an unforgettable celebration.
Use code YZ26 for $10 off your purchase of $50 or more!
Posted by ONCE UPON YOUR WEDDING on August 27, 2006 at 10:47 AM
August 26, 2006
Destination Wedding & Nevada Residents
Many brides are considering doing a destination wedding in Mexico, Jamaica, Caribbean or even Hawaii. Please know that the United States do recognize many of these destination weddings as legal, but NEVADA does not JUST YET. Jamaica was just approved and weddings in Aruba, Mexico, and many of the other Caribbean islands are not recognized in the state of Nevada. So if you are considering these locations please make sure to consult the local Social Security office or you may not be able to change your name with the office which in turn will effect your social security, wages, and return.
Posted by ALL ABOUT HONEYMOONS on August 26, 2006 at 03:30 PM
Feed the Artist, Open the Inner Eye!
Tomorrow ~ 8/26 ~ I am participating in a show called SWANK. It's an artist show/sale/artist forum.
I always want to bring the artist in me alive, and so in addition to continually sharpening my skills in photography I am looking for ways to nurture the artist within me.
Here is the website http://www.seattleswankshow.com/Artists.htm
Here is the address!
Phinney Ridge Neighborhood Center (Lower Brick Building)
6532 Phinney Ave. Seattle, WA
It is important to constantly stretch and grow. Challenge is crucial to the artist in me! Swing by and tell me what you think if you are in the neighborhood.
:)
Cara
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 26, 2006 at 12:29 AM
August 25, 2006
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Posted by PREMIER DESIGNS JEWELRY on August 25, 2006 at 08:44 PM
Envelopments Invitation Line
We can help you put your creative inviting ideas to paper. Interested in viewing the products we offer. Go ahead and check it out online at www.envelopments.com or www.marsupialpapers.com
We never charge for shipping on any product that comes from the mainland and our prices are 10-15% lower than suggested retail. Call for details.
Jennie/Robert
678-3030
Posted by PAPERJAM on August 25, 2006 at 02:37 AM
August 24, 2006
Pre- planning Tips
Pre- planning Tips
When
Pretty important to decide when the wedding is going to happen and get your reservations placed. The busiest party months are May, June, September, October and December, so plan extra early for events during these months.
Invitees
The guest list will help you determine how large a venue you will require and will help you estimate your costs. A rule of thumb we regularly use is that about 80% of the invitees will attend (in reality, we see some pretty wide variances)
Where
Site selection is also critical and dependant on the number of guests expected. Whether youﾒre using your church fellowship hall, a banquet center, a hotel or a tent in the back yard, youﾒll need to decide early on in order to get the space reserved.
Type
Are you planning a sit down dinner, a buffet or a cocktail reception? Will it be formal or informal? Are you serving any alcohol, if so will you have mixed drinks as well as beer and wine? All of these questions will need to be answered early in the planning process as well.
Level of involvement
How much of the planning, set up, breakdown etc do you want to personally do? Your level of involvement can range from doing it all yourself to contracting everything out.
Posted by GRAND RENTAL STATION on August 24, 2006 at 03:10 PM
Why use a wedding planners?
As a wedding planner, I'm prejudice, of course, but I don't see why brides would ever plan their weddings on their own.
It takes 250 hours to plan a successful wedding day. Who has that kind of time? In today's world, with school and work and families, to add the pressure of planning a wedding is just too hard.
A lot of brides feel that they can't afford a wedding planner. Well, of course, you can. Call a wedding planner near you, go and talk to them. Most of us can save you enough money to almost pay our fees. And how much is it worth to you to avoid fighting with your parents over your wedding day, or the guest list or the cost of things? That is part of what a wedding planner does for you.
If you don't want Aunt Jane to bring her "famous" green bean casserole to the wedding reception but don't know how to tell her...have your wedding planner do it. We have been trained to be tactful in dealing with family matters.
A good wedding planner is worth her weight in gold.
Posted by CREATIVE CONCEPTS WEDDING & PARTY PLANNING on August 24, 2006 at 12:42 PM
Make Art!
Artistic Shots not only make great wedding photos, but can also just make great art!
Think big!
Think about having that piece you love made into an art piece for your mantle or wall!
I can get up to a 40"x60" canvas of any photo printed and delivered for about $400, and the effect is amazing!
In my photos, there is a black and white of a Pakistani Bride's hands putting on her wedding jewelry. The Mhendi painted designs show perfectly in the closeup. This would be a perfect art piece for an application like this.
I love that photo, and I think it's a great piece that could be made into a large wall art piece. The bride and groom loved this shot as well.
Enjoy!
Cara
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 24, 2006 at 12:22 PM
Makeup By Makeup By Makeup
Wedding Information... Your wedding day is one the most significant times of your life. You have put a lot of effort into making sure everything is perfect. Now let me make sure you look the best! Everyday makeup doesn't work on your wedding day, so take this opportunity to have your makeup and hair done professionally! You want a flawless look for your wedding that will last the whole day. A professional makeup application will not only make you look beautiful, but also enhance the quality of your photographs
Posted by MAKEUP BY MARIE WEBB on August 24, 2006 at 07:44 AM
September SPECIAL!
Get a free upgrade on any of our packages for bookings made in September 2006. Just mention this ad and receive a complimentary 3rd camera to cover your wedding ceremony. Visit our website for more information.
www.crane-media.com
Posted by CRANE MEDIA PRODUCTIONS on August 24, 2006 at 03:38 AM
August 23, 2006
Little things matter
Aloha,
Over the summer, I have been extremely busy performing and helping brides and grooms plan their special day. In between all of that, I attendend the Bridal Expo and had a vacation to Las Vegas. During the next 4 months, I will be going to Las Vegas again, setting up a new "office", and preparing for another "expo". All of that plus performing and planning!
I want to share with you something near and dear to me. I judge the success of my performance based upon what the bride & groom, family, and guests say to me at the end of the night. I will admit that I am touched by the compliments that I receive but, I was deeply humbled by what a recent groom had to say about something special we did for him.
"Next to Jann saying yes, that was the best gift I received today. Thank you!"
Was it a big production? No. It didn't have to be. Did getting to know who I am working with help? Definitely. The small, often overlooked details sometimes often matter the most. I pride myself on my attention to detail and take as much time as necessary to make what I do mean something extra special for the couples that I work with.
So, when you sit down with your wedding professional, ask them how they are going to help make your special day memorable, fun, and unique.
Aloha,
Dale Kikuyama-Hoxie
808 295-8504
dale@videodjsofhawaii.com
www.videodjsofhawaii.com
Posted by VIDEO DJ'S OF HAWAII on August 23, 2006 at 04:00 PM
The most powerful tool for any bride...
Knowledge is power.
The cornerstone of knowledge is research, and research without organization is chaos.
One of the simplest ways of getting and staying organized is using a 3 ring binder to keep all of your contracts, samples, photos, clippings and lists in one place.
This powerful portable tool is a continual lifesaver for me when I have a large project that I need to manage at a moments notice.
Use this simple method to give yourself confidence in what is done and what remains to be done. No guess work, no worries! Take the drag out of the details....this is supposed to be fun!
When the wedding is all done, you will have this record to help you remember all of the things that were part of the preparation.
For me, it was a big help in me learning a new love.... Photography!
Have a great Day!
Cara
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 23, 2006 at 12:48 PM
Photography on the Oregon Coast
I recently finished a wedding on the Oregon Coast (spectacular Cape Kiwanda, to be exact!) for Emily and Robert, who have been together for over seven years. Their wedding was simply gorgeous, and not just because of the amazing scenery. The love that these two share was so evident at every moment. I enjoy all the weddings I photograph, but this one was definitely near the top of the list. What a great day!
A slideshow (with music) of the day can be seen at my web site, http://libbiemistretta.com - click "weddings," then "wedding albums," and select "Emily and Robert." I'm still working on the hundreds of other shots...I typically end up with around 300 "keepers" after a full day of shooting!
Although I am located in the Seattle area, I am available for weddings in other locations and love to travel!
Libbie Mistretta
http://libbiemistretta.com
Posted by on August 23, 2006 at 10:30 AM
August 22, 2006
Capturing Your Message in Print and Paper
Invitations are about capturing both the message you wish to convey and the essence of the wedding that is about to take place in beautiful typography, cardstock, and information.
How one uses the resources available is the most essential part of the planning after the wording is done!
Have you ever thought about the idea that getting the wording done first might make a difference in the size of the card and the font you may wish to select?
Smaller Marquis cards that are square leave very little room for wording that belies a sentiment to start it, or adding the groom's parents to the invitation.
From color of ink to color of paper, to type of printing, to fonts and layout, the way to capture this best with the detail you wish to imbue is to find the right staff to support your wishes.
THis is one area of a wedding where having your hand held through the process helps to assure good results.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 22, 2006 at 08:08 AM
Greetings from Paperjam
Aloha everyone,
With the rising costs of wedding invitations, it is very difficult to have nice wedding invitations and still keep within a reasonable budget. A great and simple way to save money with wedding invitations is to create your own invitations. Do-it-yourself invitations are a growing trend. To meet that need, we offer a complete line of high quality contemporary wedding stationary and card stocks for todayﾒs creative bride. Do-it-yourself wedding invitations allow the bride to add her own personal touch and enhance her wedding experience.
Warmest wishes,
Jennie and Robert
PaperJam
(808)678-3030
PaperJam50@aol.com
Posted by PAPERJAM on August 22, 2006 at 02:18 AM
August 21, 2006
We've expanded our Product Line
We're excited to announce that we have added photo glazing to our line of products and services. Preserve your wedding invitation and your favorite wedding photo on a plate, or really any flat surface. Think about giving a trinket box to your attenants with your wedding photo on the top of it. And stay tuned, because we'll be adding even more products in the future, including engraved metal charms - another great personalized gift idea.
Posted by GETTING PERSONAL IMPRINTING on August 21, 2006 at 10:39 PM
Why Us?
A rare & delightful combination of Violin & Guitar, this young duo perform a varied repertoire of classical, melodies from musicals, popular tunes, along with 1930ﾒs & 1940ﾒs standards.
Heartstrings Duo is ideal for weddings and intimate gatherings where a sensitive warm atmosphere is required. They are also perfect for corporate functions & cultured dining where a sophisticated acoustic background sound is required.
Geoffrey & Miranda exude a warm feeling when performing. This is perfect at a wedding service where they can perform before & after the service as background music in addition to the Processional & Recessional.
Posted by HEARTSTRINGS DUO on August 21, 2006 at 08:31 PM
Services Menu
Wedding Packages
Package A $400
1 hour set up, sound checks,
Location Set-up, etc.
Processional & Recessional
Package B $575
1 hour set-up, sound checks,
Location set-up, etc.
Processional & Recessional
Background Music (1/2 hour)
First Dances
Package C $800
1 hour set-up, sound checks,
Location set-up, etc.
Processional & Recessional
Background Music (2 hours)
First Dances
A la Carte
Background Music $200.00 an hour
First Dances $125.00
Song Request Fee $15.00 per song
Driving Fee Varied
Sound Equipment $150.00 fee
Posted by HEARTSTRINGS DUO on August 21, 2006 at 08:28 PM
HeartStrings Bios
Geoffrey Klok has been a student of the guitar for more than 9 years and a pupil of music for nearly 20. Though originally inspired by the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughn, he is classically trained in the lineage of masters such as Julian Bream and Christopher Parkening. His tastes constantly expand to include jazz, blues, rock, folk, bluegrass, and
everything in between. He is an active solo and ensemble artist and performs frequently in the South Sound area at public and private functions. He is a graduate of the University of Puget Sound '02 and has been teaching his instrument of choice for almost 4 years. He is the resident private teacher and performer for the Parks Department of
the City of Tacoma. His curriculum is an amalgam, including the Noad and Shearer methods, supplemented by dozens of personal transcriptions and compositions, and frequently draws on the requests of students as new material.
Miranda Goodroad has been diligently balancing violin and fiddle studies for the past 8 years. She has just completed 3 seasons as a violinist with the Tacoma Youth Symphony Association, an internationally acclaimed orchestra. Sheﾒs active with the Washington Old Time Fiddlers Association (W.O.T.F.A.) as a fiddler for community enrichment events, she also acts as asst. show director for W.O.T.F.A. of Pierce County. In 2003, Miranda was the Asst. Super-Intendant of 4-H Performing Arts of Pierce County. Miranda has taught violin for 4 years out of her studio, located in South Tacoma, Washington.
Posted by HEARTSTRINGS DUO on August 21, 2006 at 08:27 PM
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Posted by AVANTI SPAS on August 21, 2006 at 02:49 PM
What Brides Choose the Most!
We did not wish to be viewed as the stodgy old printing company because we are anything but. At the most recent Wedding Show, we took mostly traditional or traditional classic invitations to peruse.
What we found is that brides do love "tradition", and so we are going to accent our founding strengths in letterpress, engraved, and lovely thermography printing in the classic modalities of fine cardstock. If you want these printing methods in color, we are also providing custom printing in many colors and stocks.
You will soon see a price and size list and some samples of fine letterpress to choose from.
It is one of many of our goals with our new site that we redid and put up in early May.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 21, 2006 at 05:54 AM
August 20, 2006
Make Your Special Guests Stand Out (In a Good Way)
At my wedding, I had many special guests that fell outside of the 'norm' of mother or father of the bride or groom, but were very important guests.
Every Special guest had a Corsage or Boutonierre which helped visually identify them as a special guest. The people who were there to help me knew that anyone wearing flowers were essentially considered my family. My photographer knew that anyone wearing flowers needed to be photographed!
It worked like a charm, and even my littlest of special guests felt extra special that day.
Consider this if you have a large family or like me, a very non-traditional mix of people who are family to you.
Have a Great Day!
Cara
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 20, 2006 at 10:08 PM
Perfect Packaging
Musing the needs and wants of our clients becomes second nature to what we are doing all the time. Ideas come to us when we are driving, showering, cleaning up, doing paperwork, and thinking about the next new designs.
What comes to mind is that we have managed to give our clients so much information that we often miss an obvious value added service.....the addressing of the outer and inner envelopes that almost every wedding order qualifies for receiving free of charge.
When our clients pick up their invitations, unless it is a client assembly model, everything is ready to be mailed except stuffing, and stamping.
And, we will do this for you as well for a nominal fee.
We always put one of each component of the ensemble together for our clients to view exactly the way it is supposed to be packaged.
We do our best to take as much stress out of the process so that the entire ensemble matches perfectly.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 20, 2006 at 03:48 PM
Honeymoon Vacation Rental vs Big Resort
You want your honeymoon to be a very special time. So why should you choose a Honeymoon Vacation Rental instead of a Big Resort? Here are some of the reasons we hear:
Honeymoon Rentals are more unique, individual, and intimate. While its true that some ultra high priced resorts have unique accommodations, most offer a choice between three or four floor plans and decor, that are repeated 100 times. So you wind up with a box just like 20 other boxes or more at the same property, right down to the same placement of the TV and the same bedspread. To be sure, some of them are very nice boxes, but what if you want to Honeymoon outside the box?
Every Honeymoon Vacation Rental is different and unique. The reason for this is that each property is individually owned and has been decorated by the owner to reflect their personal tastes and passions. One of our properties, for example, has a mirror in the entrance made from a photograph of the coastline on which it is located. In addition, the owners have showcased their love of the ocean with other mirrors cut to resemble porpoises and with beautiful glassworks of sea creatures. Other properties have been decorated with gorgeous antiques. Its almost impossible to find two Honeymoon Vacation Rentals just alike, so you'll know your Honeymoon will be unique in every way.
Honeymoon Vacation Rentals offer the greatest space and privacy. Unlike hotels, motels, or resorts, Honeymoon Vacation Rentals are private homes, whether houses or condos, allowing you far more space and privacy. Instead of a couple of rooms, you have the entire residence. Even our condos are approximately 1600 square feet to 1800 square feet; some of our houses are over 3700 square feet, with huge oceanfront decks. Along with all that room you also get features such as hot tubs on private oceanfront decks, fireplaces, big screen TVs, wet bars, king beds, and master bathrooms with jacuzzi tubs for two. There is room to really relax and be comfortable, and you're not listening to the family in the next room. You also get fully furnished kitchens (this is especially important if you want to avoid the cost of eating in restaurants, or just love cooking for each other), and such useful features as fully furnished laundry rooms and high speed wireless internet access. Each Honeymoon Vacation Rental property is different, with a different assortment of amenities. Many Honeymoon Vacation Rentals are houses, with even more room and privacy; room to sit on the lawn or on the deck and enjoy the views. Some properties also have access to swimming pools and other amenities.
Finally, we are constantly told what a bargain Honeymoon Vacation Rentals are. We've been told by some of our guests that they paid much more for a room (remember the box?) at a nearby well-known resort than they paid for their entire Honeymoon Vacation Rental property, so close to the ocean they could hear the whales spout.
Check out our website to see the individuality of Honeymoon Vacation Rentals. Maybe one of them is the place you want to create your unique and special Honeymoon memories.
Posted by SKYSHINE LLC DBA DEPOE BAY VACATION RENTALS on August 20, 2006 at 09:04 AM
August 19, 2006
The basics: we're always here for traditional style
Traditional invitations make up the heart and soul of the wedding invitation business. No matter how creative and custom we get, we have always been here to provide traditional letterpress, engraved, thermography, lithography or flat, and now digital printing of fine invitations.
Look for our new "stand alone" button on our site with letter press invitations, and pricing.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 19, 2006 at 03:45 PM
August 18, 2006
Smiling Help - A tip from the Beauty Queens
Prior to the smiling marathon, apply a VERY thin layer of vaseline to your front teeth!
It sounds silly, or even a little gross, but it will sure help those smiles keep gliding smoothly hour after hour!
Hundreds of Miss Americas can't be wrong! Give it a try...
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 18, 2006 at 12:52 AM
August 17, 2006
What's the Coast Like In the Fall and Winter
If your wedding is scheduled for the fall or winter, what might the weather be like for your Honeymoon on the central Oregon coast? For that matter, what's the weather like the rest of the year?
Its like this:
In spring ﾖ temperatures range from high 50ﾒs during day to low 40ﾒs at night with a chance of rain. In summer ﾖ temperatures range from 60-70ﾒs during day to high 50ﾒs at night. On one day this summer, for example, the temperature in Salem was 107, but in Newport it was in the very comfortable upper 60's and 70's. In autumn ﾖ temperatures range from mid/high 60ﾒs during day to low 40ﾒs at night. There is a chance of rain in late autumn/early winter. In winter- temperatures range from mid/high 40ﾒs to low 50ﾒs during day to mid 30ﾒs at night. Often, when Seattle or Portland have freezing temperatures, we're very comfortable. Winter is a great time to visit the Oregon coast and watch our magnificent winter storms.
Honeymooners on the central coast in the fall and winter enjoy a very special treat. Miles and miles of fabulous beaches and coastline, with far fewer tourists to share it with. Sometimes its like having a whole beach to yourself.
Of course, rates for our "Absolute Oceanfront" honeymoon rentals are lower in fall and winter, too.
Couples staying in our properties may be treated to spectacular shows of waves crashing on the rocks almost at their feet, while they stay warm and comfortable in a hot tub on their private oceanfront deck. Or they may watch some of the whales that are in Depoe Bay virtually year-round, making Depoe Bay the Whale Watching Capital of the coast. There are many special activities happening on the central coast all year-round.
Often, the mornings are cloudy, but by afternoon the sun is out and it actually gets hot. We've even heard of one couple who said they watched huge storm waves during a snowfall in the morning while in the hot tub, and that afternoon were sunbathing on the deck. (Sunbathing? No, we didn't ask!)
Click on our website to see more information and pictures.
Skyshine LLC
dba Depoe Bay Vacation Rentals
Posted by SKYSHINE LLC DBA DEPOE BAY VACATION RENTALS on August 17, 2006 at 08:22 AM
August 16, 2006
Wedding Testimonies
The chapel staff was outstanding! The limo service was Outstanding! The Photography was absolutely loved the pic. Excellent. We are so pleased with the level of professionalism of the staff and the elegance of the wedding ceremony. The Minister provided a heartfelt service and everything was just fantastic. Thanks so much, so much for your assistance. I will definately recommend your services!!!! ~ Mr & Mrs. La France
To the staffs & everyone who made our wedding possible. We just want to thank you so VERY MUCH for making our wedding day so awesome:) It was just how we pictured it and then some! From the flowers to the pictures, to the staff & especially My Coordinator. She was GREAT & so VERY HELPFUL! We will recommend you to EVERYONE! Everything was so perfect & we were so happy with our total experience:) Thanks again for giving us these wonderful memories :) ~ Sincerely Keith & Paula Powell
The entire staff of The Princess Wedding Chapel. Thank you for giving us the perfect wedding. Everything was taken care of & seamless. All of our guests were very impressed & had a wonderful time. The video & photos are phenomenal! We will recommend you to anyone getting married in Las Vegas. Thanks Again! ~ Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas Sebastianelli
To The Staff and our Wedding Day Coordinator we want to thank you and your facility for giving us such a beautiful and memorable wedding. From the first phone call to make reservations made last July to our wedding day on Sat. April 29, 2006, everything went just perfectly! We went into it blinded and came out very very pleased. Everyone had a wonderful time! Thank you for such a great job! We will recommend you to our friends & family for sure! ~ Sincerely Rick & Sherry Melancon
The Chapel staff was very friendly and knowledgable. The Photography was amazing, better than $2000 photographer. Every single thing about The Princess Chapel is amazing and stunning. You can hardley believe that this chapel is in Vegas! Don't WASTE money going to a big strip hotel for a classy wedding, because this chapel is more elegant and personable than any other in Vegas. The Jewish wedding was so precious and traditional. Wonderful Rabbi Bergman really go to know us and make it special in a short time. THANK YOU!!! ~ Mr. & Mrs. Marc L'Taereu
To our wedding coordinator & all of the wonderful patient staff at The Princess Wedding Chapel. You all went over & beyond your job discription to make our wedding a success. You all stayed late & were patient with us. We had a beautiful wedding & are now looking forward to enjoying the rest of our lives together with greatful hearts. ~ Dale & Elaina Martin
My parents 50th Anniversary Renewal of Vows Ceremony was conducted here and we were extremely satisfied...We had more than 60 attendees and although an hour was set aside for our ceremony, we had almost 2 hours! (Thank goodness there were no other ceremonies planned!) The staff and Renee were gracious and took care of the most minor of details! The ceremony conducted by Rev. Renaldo was lovely and very memorable! Overall, we were very pleased, and my parents simply "glowed"!!! ~ JoAnn & Namon
Hi! I just wanted to thank you for such a wonderful wedding! We were married on December 19th of las year, and I have nothing but great memories! Everything from the staff to the photography, video and flowers were wonderful and made it a perfect day. I will definately recommend you to friends in the future! ~ Sincerely Kelsey Hitchcock (formely Coe)
Posted by PRINCESS WEDDING CHAPEL on August 16, 2006 at 11:32 AM
Recent Statistics for Saint Louis & Invitations....
There were more than 16,000 weddings in Saint Louis last year. Three years ago, the average price quoted by bridal consultants for wedding invitations was 7 dollars per person. Three years later, the price of printed matter has grown to 15 to 25 dollars per guest according to research done and reported in the August 11th issue of the Post Dispatch.
How could this be so? Bridal consultants use to be only for the rich and the famous. Now, with young busy professionals, bridal consultants or vendors who act as specialty consultants for wedding invitations, etc. are more the norm.
Smart vendors provide these kinds of services. They do more than fulfill completing the product.
Fifteen dollars to twenty five dollars per person is not out of line with what brides spend who also purchase not only wedding invitations, but also, wedding programs, seating cards, calligraphy on seating cards, calligraphied envelopes, maps, table name or number cards, menus, and thank you notes.
When brides go to the latest wedding magazines, they often want exactly what they see, and we have the ability to deliver it.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 16, 2006 at 08:23 AM
August 15, 2006
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Consider your wedding as a Princess!
The Princess Wedding Chapel is voted #1 most beautiful chapel & romantic ceremony from brides and grooms worldwide. Saving hundreds of dollars with affordable packages and complete wedding services such as photography, hotel accommodations, limo, formal wear, and reception and more all available onsite! Making it less stressful for your pocketbook and in your planning stages. This is your most special day and leave it up to our professional hightly trained staffs to acccommodate and coordinate every detail to satisfy all of your wedding needs. Our #1 priority and concern has always been customer service satisfaction and we value your wedding as if it was our very own. For more information please visit our website at www.lvweddingchapels.com and or you may call us toll free
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Posted by PRINCESS WEDDING CHAPEL on August 15, 2006 at 04:28 PM
Photo Thank You Note Cards
Instead of a regular thank you note with a small photo tucked inside, try something new. A personalized Photo Card as the Thank You card!
A card made from your photo will stand up, acting as a mini frame; and a lasting reminder to them of the gratitude that you give for their gift!
Also, they can use the whole card in a frame for mounting on the wall, and always have your kind words of thanks inside.
Personalized Greeting Cards are already part of my line of special offers for my valued Brides and Grooms!
Cara
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 15, 2006 at 11:34 AM
The Wedding that Ended with the Invitation Selection
As most business owners, and professionals, there are always interesting stories to tell.
A bride came to us and when the guest list was being made out, issues surrounding family values came to rise that suddenly, the bride could not reconcile with her future. She stopped the wedding planning when she came to the invitations...her heart was not in it. It was because "love" was NOT enough. She knew that other issues were not resolved enough to move forward. I told her that putting off the date would not cause her to be less married if she did it in another year or so with the same person. And, that her foundation with him could be far more solid, and sure.
When it comes to paper and ink, nothing make the wedding more real to a bride and groom than seeing the invitation wording, and the invitation itself.
What was my goal here? Well, there are few accidents about who we meet. I am also a licensed therapist. I listened to it all, and I DO have that kind of face, one that listens with her heart as well as her head.
And, when she shared her fears and doubts, I never talked her out of or into anything. She just could not face buying invitations "yet".
She felt relieved, and I got to remember "my calling".
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 15, 2006 at 07:16 AM
Getting the Guest List Completed and Pricing
As I have stated before, the guest list is the toughest part of the wedding planning. The list is composed of your parents, his parents, your groom's and your family and friends. That's at least 6 people's lists.
No wonder you are in overwhelm.
Most of the time when you are buying invitations...you will be looking at wedding invitation albums to decide what it is you desire.
This means that you will be able to up the count when you sign off on your proofs if you need to.
When it comes to custom invitations, as with everything else, it is a matter of supplies, and ink once the first 100 invitations are printed. The price goes up somewhat, but usually not quite as high the base 100. If the supplies and assembly are expensive, the pricing will be commensurate with the base price. However, you will need to decide on the total required before it goes to press, and stock is ordered, to truly save money. Going back to press is always more expensive than adding to the total quantity.
However, if you are assembling your own custom design, the price will only be more paper, more ink, more cuts as the actual process of layering stock will be your labor.
Read next: the wedding that ended before it began over the guest list.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 15, 2006 at 07:07 AM
August 14, 2006
Free Items !!!!!
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Posted by PASSION PARTIES ( ADULT TOY PARTY) on August 14, 2006 at 09:18 PM
Summer update
Well, it has been a gorgeous summer for outdoor weddings! We hope the weather will continue for those of you who have wedding dates through the rest of the summer and into the fall. ATriem Ensemble has enjoyed a good mix between indoor and outdoor, traditional and contemporary ceremonies this season. We're looking forward to many more beautiful ceremonies and receptions to come- and also looking ahead to the the Fall Show!
Be sure and stop by our booth on Saturday, September 9th to hear us live, take home a complimentary demo CD, and get any questions you have answered. We look forward to seeing you there!
Posted by ATRIEM on August 14, 2006 at 03:06 PM
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Posted by AVANTI SPAS on August 14, 2006 at 10:55 AM
August 13, 2006
Proofs, Press Scheduling and deadlines!
Client revisions in type, layout, and content, and placement of text on the page, and artwork can cause delays in getting to press.
Add to this normal mix, purchasing a little later, and wanted lots more details, or changes in pre-proof wedding text, and we can have a group of printing orders hanging in the balance, and over due to go to press.
Fortunately, we have lots of presses! And, fortunately, we stay on top of proofs,, and artwork, plate making, and magnesium and copper dies.
Mechanically and logistically, we move forward, and very systematically to be sure all materials are ordered, and we are ready to focus on the final printing, and delivery.
Deadlines put off by our client will mean that we mean to deliver the product a little later than promised. Promises to keep deadlines must be met on either side of the table so as not to cause a production problem.
Overtime to get things done can only be bought for a surcharge with some of our suppliers. Some of our suppliers who will rush orders charge up to 100 per cent more to get a job done faster than the regular schedule.
Delaying return of proofs does not mean that our suppliers will rush the order at no charge.
One of the things we think make it hard for clients to let proofs go back in is the feeling of accountability for the signoffs.
This is why we ask that you read them from right to left as well as left to right, and let several other sets of eyes see them before the signoff.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 13, 2006 at 10:37 AM
August 12, 2006
Credentials in Product management, and Marketing Coordination
Every business needs someone who does the math on production managment....how much we do, and how much we can safely allow our clients to do without too much frustration. Our product manager's job is to discern this for us after our creative director dreams up our new designs.
This is so we don't let you get into production mayhem with putting our own design together.
When he is not doing this, he is coordinating all the owner's ideas and tempering her desire to impart information and when, and how, to properly get the messages across...he edits, he cuts, and he adds, and he delivers, your emails, your newsletters, and gives feedback on each printed word we write.
My job as the owner is to let everyone else do their part, and give me feedback to do things better for you.
When I don't sleep at night, it is because I am thinking up new ways to serve you.....so I can sleep when the wind does blow.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 12, 2006 at 06:10 PM
Credentials!
What credentials do we have?
80 years as a printing, design, and bridal stationery provider coming up in January all here in the city of Saint Louis
20 years previous experience in marketing, and advertising sales and advertising production preparation for The Wall Street Journal.
17 years concurrently as a licensed therapist who understands the human dynamics of wedding stress and planning.
A graphic designer who is also our creative director, and has been with us through our restructuring of a family business for 12 years now.
Fine printing, fine typography, fine design, fine service!
These are the heart of our credentials!
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 12, 2006 at 06:05 PM
Getting into trouble by helping too much.....sigh..
First off, I won't apologize for my Southern upbringing and hospitality that gets me into trouble by being too giving. Secondly, I am going to hope that the type of client I most want to serve is going to get that (1) we know our stuff and can deliver it (2) we do what we do because we truly care (3) we are going to do what we do with great detail (4) we are going to provide our services to make sure we do our best to take the anxiety out of the tasks that are to be done.
Most recently, I was asked to provide quotes after the initial round of quotes on a different design, and on additional items. Usually, we take a deposit for either this job, or the option of choosing a design out of an album that already exists. In this case, I did NOT ask for any money down.
In order to do quote the appropriate table name card, I went the extra mile as no size was provided for me to quote, and found the centerpieces provided by the reception facility, and got the height and size of the tent holders for the table names, so that I knew how to best arrange this, and thus, to select the size of the card for the tent, and the ensemble.
In other words, I went above and beyond the call of duty...a task normally executed by a bridal consultant.
Not a problem on my end, thought I was just doing the right thing. Further, I happened to learn that a previous client's mother has joined the same facility as an event planner.
Knowing that this new client had not used us before for fine printing, but had come to us after a bad experience with a large corporation doing the invitations, I wanted to go the extra mile to make sure that our new prospective client was going to relax and be assured we would do well by them.
Instead, I annoyed the bejeebers out of the client with the reference....lol.... It was assumed that in doing all of this that I was over selling.
I might have taken the time to write another blog here or on our site instead of trying to help or reassure... or done more writing on our newsletter, or the other writing I am currently doing to assist brides and their families.
I decided that maybe it was not meant to be anyway. Or, maybe, because of my Southern givingness that no one believes I am for real.
One of our past clients said, "you don't give 100 per cent, you give 150 per cent+"....I suppose the road was paved with good intentions, and I did not inspire trust in my client, but annoyance by trying to help and thus failed.
I probably "nurture" clients a little too much as in "being too much of a mom".......but I would rather err on the side of being too good to clients who will let us help, than turn into someone I am not, and not provide these services.
I had the client's best interests at heart.
Alas, I am also human, and there are things I won't do, and that is work for someone who feels entitled to behave unprofessionally, and who bites the hand that is extended to help.
I suppose free advice was worth every penny it cost.
Was my client just inpatient or ungrateful? Or both.
Or, was I perceived as a know-it-all? And, based on what?THe client's experiences of the past...?????? Most mothers of the bride are in my age bracket, and probably not more than two or three in 100 of us had weddings like we are giving our daughters.
Thus, the "a la carte" pricing of each item may give our daughters the wedding we did not have, and gets exactly what we want them to have, and it also causes the entire cost of the wedding to be higher than expected, in almost every single case. This causes for spending out of one's comfort zone, because the mother of the bride has not done this before either.
No one of us works for just the money, but to serve, and make others happy, and in so serving, we get the gift of knowing that joy has been brought from our efforts as well as earning our living to take care of ourselves and our families.
What do I do on afternoons like this when a client writes to me and is not nice.....???? I take five..... forgive, release, learn what I can from this, and I go on......because I know that I personally and professionally cannot afford to work in negativity at any price.
It takes energy away from the type of client who wants our fine services, and my care and attention, and who will appreciate the details I am going into to insure the best results.
It is really simple. I turn my attention back to serving people who have engaged us, and understand our goals.
Lesson learned: make sure the client is the right fit for us.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 12, 2006 at 05:51 PM
Budgeting for Invitations at $200.00 and $300.00
Most recently, a request to meet a budget of $200.00 came across my desk.
And, I determined from this, that we could do 100 invitations in an AA size, no printing on the back flaps of the outer envelopes, 100 reception cards, 100 response sets. No inner envelope liners, and proofs, tax and shipping, for just over two hundred dollars.
Going on to $300, and we can add in the printed flaps at 33.00,and the thank you notes.
Proceeding to $400, and we can add another 25 of everything....and so, at under $500.00 we can do 150 invitations.
Most response sets with traditional album invitations in the lower range of pricing will remain about the same. Increases in the actual cost of pricing will be added to the size of and the design put into the invitation itself as prices rise.
A LEAST EXPENSIVE baseline order with printed flaps, and liners at $300.00 amounts to about one dollar and fifty cents per person attending the wedding.
Even at this very baseline cost, this ensemble is not among the average preference in terms of style of our clients. Most clients choose an invitation that is in the range of $2.50 per guest with thank you notes and a map.
While pondering how we can easily assuage your budgetary concerns, and give you guidelines as we go about what we do, it occurred to me that these simple arithmetic examples might be helpful to you and to me in helping to quote each ensemble our designer creates.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 12, 2006 at 05:13 PM
Splashing Color on a Black & White Photo
For that special photo that you want everyone to get a print of, consider a black & white photo with a splash of color added. The effect can be very dramatic!
See my photos for an example of this.
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 12, 2006 at 04:46 PM
August 11, 2006
What I Learned from The Wedding Show
Every single time I host a booth at The Wedding Show, I am indebted to the people who visit our booth to teach me more about what we do, how we present, what they want, and how to better serve them. I always leave feeling as if I have done more than serve, but I am served by watching the reactions to products we offer, as well as what questions brides and fiances, and their families ask of us.
I am always touched by one special couple or bride, and sometimes, like this last show, I remember a very special groom who appeared at the very beginning of the show. He looked as if he was just thrilled to be being married, and, took the time to ask a few questions.
Several hours later, he reappeared with his bride to be, and the two of them perused our products. I was touched by his interest in what we had to offer, and how he had felt about meeting us...enough to return to visit when they obviously had lots of gtound to cover.
Each show for me over the years has almost had a kind of character to it, and this time, it seemed to me that I was getting to answer some very specific questions and I found this refreshing. Never a loss for words, the one thing I learned is how fast my voice was fading towards the end of the show.
So much so, that it was still not back in full force on Monday morning.
This time around, we showed mostly traditional invitations so that brides know that this is a big part of our business as well as custom, innovative designs.
And, that we always carry the basics, the classics, the tried and true styles that will never, ever go out of style.
Tradition! Tradition!
Among the most beautiful pieces we create, are the traditional designs in letterpress, thermography, and engraved styles.
I learned that the most important thing is to be available to our clients in the public where it is possible so that brides know who we are behind the emails, the mailings, and the print advertisements we do.
I walked away feeling as if I had gotten to connect with some very special people, and some very special families. And, I will always remember one very blonde hair, fair of face groom, who proudly shared with the girl he is going to marry some invitations he liked.
The thing I learned is that the shows are about connecting...to others.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 11, 2006 at 01:31 AM
THE HAWAI'I HERALD - FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2006
DIANNA SHITANISHI FORMS "HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS"
Dianna K. Shitanishi, former catering and conference services director at the Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hotel, has formed a new events company called Hawaii Weddings and Events.
Shitanishi has coordinated more than 800 weddings, special events, theme parties, graduation celebrations, fundraiser and galas in her 20-plus years in the hospitality industry, including the Honolulu layover visit of President George W. Bush and a press conference for golfer Michelle Wie.
Prior to working at the Kahala Mandarin, Shitanishi worked at the Sheraton Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel, Holiday Inn Waikiki Beach, Holiday Inn Airport and Plaza Hotel Airport.
Her new company is based in Hawai'i Kai. For more information, call (808) 82-4514 or visit www.hawaiiweddingsandevents.com
Posted by HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS on August 11, 2006 at 01:21 AM
Looking forward to the Tacoma Wedding Expo
Hello Brides!
What an exciting year this has been.
I am sure it has been for you, also. I hope you are enjoying planning your special day!
We have had the pleasure of doing makeup for 26 Weddings so far this year, with 18 more booked.
I feel honored to be part of so many Special Days.
We hope to see many of you at the Tacoma Wedding Expo. It is September 16th and 17th, at the Tacoma Dome.
For the Bride to be, we will be doing quick Bridal Makeup applications, so please stop by to get your name on the list for that day.
We look forward to meeting you!
Posted by SCHWEITZER STUDIOS MOBILE MAKEUP SERVICES on August 11, 2006 at 12:30 AM
August 10, 2006
The Wedding Vow: eNewsletter for wedding stationery
Visit our site for more information about us from The Wedding Vow. We have been publishing this informative newsletter since 1998.
Doing business as Saint Louis Premiere Wedding Printing and Design Company since 1927!
Call today for your first consult with us.
We look forward to providing you with more eNewsletters when you provide us with an email to judy@lilleyprinting.com
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 10, 2006 at 02:03 PM
Don't Let The News Ruin Your Honeymoon
Boy, the news this week has been terrible for travelers and people planning future travel. First we're told airfares will have to go up to make up for increases in oil prices. Then, today, we learn of more plots against airlines, and while we are happy the latest plot has been foiled, we shudder to think of the additional problems this brings to air travel. Right now, its taking up to three and a half hours or more just to get through security!
This reminds me of the weeks and months immediately following 9/11. We were planning to fly to California to visit the wine country, one of our passions. But we had no desire to go through the ordeal the airports had become.
So we changed our plans, and took a very pleasant drive to the Oregon coast. This was our first visit to Depoe Bay, and we loved it. It was in November and we arrived in the middle of a huge storm. We sat, warm and comfortable, in a hot tub on our private oceanfront deck, and then by the fireplace, sipping wine, and watching the waves crash against the rocks just a few feet away. They looked like movie bomb explosions or a liquid fireworks display as they burst high into the air. It was one of the most exhilarating and romantic experiences we could imagine.
We have since experienced the central Oregon coast at every season of the year, and we have learned its a thrill no matter what the season or weather. The coast is rugged and beautiful, the people warm and friendly, and the atmosphere is very laid back. There are activities for every interest, from whale watching to casinos, wine tasting, shopping, deep sea fishing, and more. Of course, there is always that favorite of newlyweds everywhere, walking the magnificent Oregon beaches hand in hand.
Its a great alternative to fighting your way through the airport; by the time your plane takes off, you could be lounging in the hot tub on the deck of your luxurious and romantic honeymoon property. And instead of one little room, you get the whole place. If cost is a consideration, you'll love it even more.
Although many of our properties have big screen TVs, its up to you whether you watch any more of the news.
Skyshine LLC
Posted by SKYSHINE LLC DBA DEPOE BAY VACATION RENTALS on August 10, 2006 at 09:49 AM
Hello world
Hi everyone, just joined and glad to be here. Don't forget to stop by www.eliteportraits.com to see my photography.
Posted by on August 10, 2006 at 08:04 AM
August 9, 2006
Retouching Value
I recently did a senior picture photo shoot with a young man, who at the time of our scheduled shoot had a flare-up of acne. He expressed dismay when he saw his web proofs, and talked about having a re-shoot scheduled for a later time. I asked him to go ahead and look past the flare up and pick one photo.
I took that photo, and did careful re-touching to remove the acne but not make his face look altered. When he saw his re-touched web proofs he was Thrilled!
Because weddings can't be re-scheduled due to acne, and sometimes over-makeup can cause even more problems, consider re-touching an alternative to having photos that are less than what you want.
Cara
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on August 9, 2006 at 03:44 PM
Save big! Save the date bookmarks with your holiday cards!
We featured "bookmarks" at the Wedding Show in Green and Red, printed on each side.
At the Show, we recommended printing enough "Save the Date" bookmarks to insert in the bride's, the groom's, and both the parents of the bride and groom's holiday cards to let friends know of the upcoming event, and to expect an invitation.
We feel it is a great idea for spring and summer weddings because it is happy announcement at a joyful time of the year.
We offer many "save the date" cards, both informal, and whimsical.
Visit our website to shop online for many products: Checkerboard, Elite, Encore Studios, Chase, and more.
Make "save the dates" easy. What better time of the year to let your friends and family members know of the upcoming event.
Judy Laughton Lilley
judy@lilleyprinting.com
Posted by on August 9, 2006 at 04:32 AM
August 8, 2006
Retouching can really Save the Day!
I had a senior photo shoot with a teenager over last week, and although he loved the shots, he had an acne flare up that really bothered him when he saw the first web-proofs.
I was able to do retouching using my professional program to lessen the appearance of the areas that really stood out, without making his face look retouched. I sent his web-proofs back for his approval and he couldn't believe it!
That made me feel so good, and his parents were thrilled at the result.
So, although we all hope and pray for perfect skin on the big day, there are ways to repair the gifts that sometimes mother nature gives that we don't necessarily want.
Posted by on August 8, 2006 at 08:44 PM
Bridal Expo Coupons
You can download your coupon to the upcoming Wedding Expos after you register on BridesClub.com.
Just go to:
http://www.bridesclub.com/index.cfm?action=getCoupon
click on the next show in your area and register for a coupon.
Posted by HAWAII BRIDAL EXPO - JULY on August 8, 2006 at 11:48 AM
Fall Wedding Expos
Attending a bridal show is one the best ways to jumpstart your wedding planning because you can see so many vendors in one location and gather names, phone numbers, ideas, and even purchase your wedding dress at a huge discount.
In Seattle, we produce three (3) fall wedding expos every year in Seattle at the Qwest Events Center, in Tacoma at the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall, and in Lynnwood at the new Lynnwood Convention Center.
As a registered bride of BridesClub.com, you will receive coupons to these and other shows as well as a reminder of the date of each wedding show. So sign up today if you have not already and include your email address so you can be notified.
A few more things to consider about a bridal show:
- Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
- Be prepared to register at the door. Be patient!
- Bring preprinted self-adhesive address labels if you have them. Remember your name, address, phone, email, and wedding date. This will save you time and allow you to sign up for anything you want very quickly.
- Bring a pen and print very clearly when registering for anything.
- Bring your checkbook in case you decide to book services or hold dates with a deposit. Be sure to check on refund policies before giving any money, and read the contract carefully before signing.
- Collect any information you are interested in - take it home to look over again when you have some quiet time.
- If you cannot attend, send someone in your place to register you for prizes and collect information on services you need.
It is nice if your fianc￩ attends with you IF he is interested.
- Many guys attend, so he won't be the only one there!
- Arrive at least one hour prior to the fashion show. Seating is usually first-come first-served and you can use this time to rest your feet.
- Relax and have fun -- this is your wedding.
Find all our bridal shows at:
http://www.bridesclub.com/index.cfm?action=getCoupon
Posted by HAWAII BRIDAL EXPO - JULY on August 8, 2006 at 09:24 AM
What are you passionate about?
For those of you reading this post, hopefully you're passionate about your wedding planning and enjoying this special time in your life.
This evening I had the pleasure of meeting Lisa Light, a wedding planner from New York that does weddings all over the world for those that have the $250,000+ budgets to work with.
In addition to her many travels, what intrigued me the most was when she said that you have to have passion to do what we do. It is so very true, I've seen many catering managers "burn out" and unfortunately this filters down to their client.
I love event planning, it is simply a part of me and I am always looking for new ideas whether it be while shopping or in my quest for continued education opportunities in the special events industry.
Last year I went to the Smithsonian Institute and with 18 museums at my footstep, what caught my eye the most was the gala dinners which were held at the White House. I loved looking at all the pictures, set-ups, chinaware, centerpieces, etc., everybody else thought I was crazy.
This year, I attended The Special Events in Dallas, TX and also the National Associaton of Catering Executives (NACE) Educational Conference in Phoenix, AZ. The opportunity to meet with mainland vendors and the nation's top event planners
is truly priceless.
Posted by HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS on August 8, 2006 at 05:39 AM
August 7, 2006
Amanda's Bridal Boutique
Amanda's Bridal Boutique is a sophisticated store which offers a complete colletion of bridal gowns from today's leading designers Like Maggie Sottero, Jasmine, Casablanca Bridal,Ralya, Forever Yours, Alfred Angelo, Bill Levkoff, Nicole Miller, After Six.
Amanda's also offers a variety of styles for the entire wedding party from brides maids to ring bearers. We have all the accesories you will need, such as headpieces, custom veils of varios leghs and edges, combs, tiara's, and beautifully embroidered and hand decorated shoes.
Tel 425-883 6491
Toll Free 877 883 6491
16500 Redmind Way* Redmond,WA 98052
www.amandasbridalboutique.com
Posted by AMANDA'S BRIDAL BOUTIQUE on August 7, 2006 at 06:54 PM
Do you need a free facial?
Are you excited about your big day? Im sure you may need some tips on make up and skin care right? Ask me about your free facial!
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Posted by on August 7, 2006 at 03:57 PM
Top 15 Tips For A Successful Wedding Reception
Most people have been to very fun, successful events and they have been to events that are boring, poorly attended or to wedding receptions that just plain flopped. Through it all, the most successful events have the same characteristics in common. This is a list of 15 tips that, if you follow them, will give you the best chance of hosting a wedding reception that will be well attended, fun and one that flows properly from start to finish.
Special events do not happen very often and planning them can be a daunting task. Most people only plan two or three special events in their lifetime. Through the years, we have planned, coordinated and performed at thousands of special events. These tips are the culmination of decades of experience working in the trenches at events and what we have learned from them all. This should help you greatly with your planning process.
Please give us a call at Entertainment Northwest at 1.888.738.4281 or email us at entertainmentnw@hotmail.com with any questions you may have. We have professional event planners that can help to guide you toward a successful event.
Tip 1: Reserve a great venue that is the right size. A top notch venue to hold your reception should be a top priority. You can expect to pay from $1000 to $2500 for a banquet room rental at a resort, hotel or banquet facility. If you use their in-house catering, the room price is often ﾓcompedﾔ at a discount or is given to you completely for free.
The best room for an event is a single large room (as opposed to a multi-room facility) that has the bar and the dance floor integrated inside the room. The room needs to be the right size for your wedding . . . not so large that it is cavernous, nor too small where your guests are stacked on top of each other in. The room should be genuinely beautiful, requiring little decoration. Most importantly, the facility needs to be in an appealing location that is more attractive and beautiful than where your guests live. What guest would like to leave their breezy, scenic Puget Sound waterfront home to come spend an afternoon with you in a dark, muggy basement of a church or community center?
Choose a room that is warm and impresses as you enter and indoor/outdoor venues with patios or verandas with views are always pleasing.
Tip 2: Have your event on a Saturday night. You will have to pay more for your room rental, but it is worth it. If your food and beverage budget is high enough, the room will be comped for free anyway. If not a Saturday night, have it (in order) on a Friday night, a Sunday night, a Saturday afternoon and finally a Sunday afternoon. If you have an event on Saturday night, your guests should have plenty of time to prepare for your wedding, arrive on time and they usually plan to spend their entire evening with you. We would recommend a ceremony start time of 5pm or 6pm, with your reception to follow. This allows your ceremony to be outside (or inside) during daylight hours, yet it will be dark when dancing starts later in the evening.
For Friday night events, plan for a late start to your ceremonyﾗyour guests will have difficulty arriving on time due to horrendous Friday rush hour traffic in Puget Sound. Sunday night events, in spite of popular misconceptions, are very well attended and guests tend to stay late (they would much rather dance and party than think about going to work on Monday).
All afternoon events are much more low key, as guests do not usually party much, rarely dance (usually because of the bright daylight and time of day) and often leave early to go and do other things that night.
Make sure your venue offers plenty of free parking for your guestsﾗyour guests will resent having to walk long distances or paying for valet parking. At the most elite venues (like Salish Lodge or The Edgewater Hotel), valet parking is customary and is to be expected.
Tip 3: Hire a great caterer. While we are sure your Aunt Marge makes great potato salad and barbequed meatballs for the church potluck, that is not what you want (or your guests expect) for the greatest day of your life. You can expect to pay $30 to $35 a person for each guest at your event and that should include their food (usually quoted at $18 to $26 a person), the service, gratuity (typically 17%) and sales tax. Often all the linens, china, silverware, coffee and water service and decorations are included in this price. A top shelf caterer is priceless. Their food is outstanding, their service is great and it is memorable. For a better percentage of RSVPﾒs, place the name of the venue and caterer on your invitations.
If you cut corners on catering, you are not fooling anyone. If budget is of concern, hire a top shelf caterer and invite fewer guests. We have done some VERY memorable, elegant events with fewer than fifty family members and guests. If you are doing a buffet style dinner, make sure your caterer has ﾓone sideﾔ or one line for a buffet table for each 50 guests. We once did an event where the ﾓrookieﾔ caterer had a single sided buffet for 325 guests. It took 2 and ﾽ hours just for the guests to all get through the buffet line! The first guests ate in fifteen minutes and then waited 2 hours 15 minutes for the last guest to go through the buffet. No surprise their reception was a disaster.
We have worked in all the top banquet facilities in the Northwest and we have tasted the food from all the top chefs and caterers. If you need a recommendation, we are more than happy to oblige. Our current top recommendations include Tonyﾒs Catering (University Tower Hotel), Salish Lodge, The Edgewater Hotel, Schwartz Brothers Catering (Columbia Winery/Hedges Cellars/Seattle Design Center), Kiana Lodge, Appulent Catering (Shilshole Bay Beach Club/Marine View Banquet Center/Paramount Theater), Gallucciﾒs Catering, Sun Mountain Lodge and Rosario Resort.
Tip 4: Arrive to your reception on time and stay there front and center. What can we say? We have seen the bride and groom arrive as late as 2 hours after their first guests have arrived. Hereﾒs a testﾗsit and stare at a wall for the next 2 hours and see how ﾓexcitedﾔ you are to be a part of that function.
In our experience, arriving late irritates your guests who are waiting on you at your own reception, especially if they are waiting for you to open the buffet line! We literally have seen receptions empty out before the bride and groom even arrive. What does that accomplish?
While it is a long standing tradition to have the groom first view the bride as she walks down the aisle, this creates other challenges. Doing so requires that ALL your wedding photos will need to be taken after your ceremony and during your reception. Wedding photographs take HOURS to complete, while your guests impatiently wait for you. Family pictures taken during the reception are very disruptive as well to the natural flow of an event.
There is a new tradition! A better solution is to have the groom ﾓsurprisedﾔ by the stunning appearance of the bride a couple hours before the ceremony. This can be captured on photo and video. Then all the bride and groom, family and wedding party shots can be taken BEFORE the ceremony, allowing you to arrive at your reception no more than 20 minutes after your guests.
Having a receiving line? This is best done at the reception site, not at the ceremony site. That way, you are in view of your guests at the receptionﾗthey know you are there.
Tip 5: Hire a top shelf photographer. Once again, professionalism and experience can be bought. A great photographer has a fabulous portfolio, an on line photo gallery, dresses professionally and is able to work easily with your wedding party and guests to get the best shots. Pay them extra to hire them for the entire day. We have seen bouquet tosses happen in the middle of formal sit down dinners and ﾓfakedﾔ cake cuttings just because the photographer is off contract at 7pm. Some of the best shots come later at night as the reception develops.
We have seen very formal weddings being shot by scroungy photographers in blue jeans and dirty baseball caps. Embarrassing to say the least. Ask your photographer how they AND their assistant dress for formal events. Put the style of dress on their contract and let them know what you expect. If you have a tight budget for photography, it is best to hire a great photographer for an all day shoot and purchase a smaller photo package up front. This way all the shots are taken and when you have more cash a year or two down the road, you can purchase the entire portfolio and/or negatives for your event.
Tip 6: Hire top shelf entertainment, like Entertainment Northwest DJﾒs! A typical wedding reception is running you anywhere from $1000 to $5000 an hour, so why have your guests leave early because of poor entertainment?? If you hire a high quality DJ & Emcee (like those at Entertainment Northwest Disc Jockeys), they will help you plan and coordinate a reception that moves at a good pace and so your guests are informed and involved in the formalities of the evening.
Song lists and other announcements may be worked out in advance so your event flows smoothly and the ambiance is enhanced by the styles of music and specific selections that you select.
If you go with a live band, only the very best will do. There are only about five bands in the entire Puget Sound region that are talented and educated enough to do a great job at a wedding reception. These bands typically run from $2000 to $5000 a night and are worth every penny.
Our recommendation? Hire a quality string ensemble for your wedding ceremony and Entertainment Northwest DJﾒs for your wedding reception. If you wish, we have packages where you can book both through us.
Tip 7: Plan for a three to five hour reception, adding an additional hour for the ceremony. Most weddings and receptions in the Northwest run four hours to six hours total time, including the ceremony.
A ceremony typically is 30 minutes for the Prelude (seating music), 20 minutes for the ceremony and 10 minutes for the Postlude (after you walk back down the aisle).
A reception typically consists of a 30 to 60 minute cocktail hour, 90 minutes for dinner, 60 minutes for toasts, cake and formal dances, then one to two hours of dancing. We have advised clients of this and have seen them plan for events up to 13 hours long!
What happens at a 13 hour event?? Same as a regular wedding and receptionﾗthey wind down naturally five or six hours in and the guests leave. Better to plan an event that fits the attention span of the average American and an event that moves briskly (without feeling rushed) and ends naturally (without a long, dragged out ending).
Tip 8: Arrange for mobile flower arrangements that can move from site to site. Work with your florist to develop floral arrangements that can be used at your ceremony, then easily moved to decorate your reception site. There are many options for arrangements in stands and baskets. This will save you a lot of money on the cost of decorating two locations and allow you to be able to afford more elegant floral displays.
Tip 9: Host beer and wine. It is expensive to host a full bar and often results in many guests that are more liquored up than is comfortable for an elegant wedding. Dry events are rare and often result in guests leaving early, either from boredom or to go out to a restaurant or bar that serves alcohol.
We arenﾒt here to judge whether alcohol is a good thing or notﾗall we know is statistically over thousands of weddings, events that are dry or have a no-host bar often end one to three hours earlier than those with hosted beer and wine. We have seen dry receptions end as early as just one hour. Basically, if you are planning a dry event, arrange to leave early because your event WILL end early. They always have, EVERY TIME without exception through thousands of events. For a dry event, our recommendation is for a one hour ceremony and two to three hour reception and you may not want to plan for open dancingﾗeven when planned for, it rarely happens (especially at dry events during the day).
Tip 10: Eat first, then greet your guests. Instead of a receiving line that takes an enormous amount of time to chat with every guest individually, better to get things going. Arrange for a 30 minute to 60 minute cocktail hour, make your ﾓGrand Entranceﾔ half way through the cocktail hour, then open the buffet line with your wedding party. Since you are the first through the line, you will be the first done eating AND have a chance to eat in peace, as your guests will be waiting to get in line. Once you are finished with your dinner, walk around and great your guests one table at a time! This allows you to greet eight to ten people at once, while the event continues to move along at a good pace.
By speaking with your guests proactively, they wonﾒt feel as inclined to seek you out later or as they leave for ﾓone on oneﾔ interaction. If you have 200 guests and speak with each one for only one minute each, that takes up 3 ﾽ hours of your reception!
Tip 11: Only pour champagne for toasts for guests that like champagne. We have seen hundreds of glasses of champagne poured for toasts, only to see dozens of glasses left untouched on the tables and poured out into the sink later in the night. Why?? A lot of people donﾒt like champagne and will not drink it even if it is FREE and placed directly in front of them.
It is better to have the bartender pour a few dozen glasses at the bar and have your DJ announce that the toast will be ﾓWith whatever drink you have in your hand.ﾔ The DJ can instruct your guests to go to the bar to freshen their beverage or pick up a glass of champagne if they so wish. This little tip will can save you $100 or more in wasted champagne and/or corkage fees.
Tip 12: Do your toast and your cake cutting together. Many photographers prefer to shoot the toasts at the cake table, a very photogenic and decorated location. Once the last toast is completed, it is a good idea for the groom (the new ﾓman of the houseﾔ) to greet the guests and thank them for traveling so far to spend your special day with you. As soon as that is done, the DJ can slide on a nice background song and you can cut your wedding cake while you have everyoneﾒs attention. It is good to then wait at least 15 minutes before your formal dances so the caterer can cut and serve the cake to your guests. The best time for your first dance is while everyone is sitting at their table eating wedding cake!
Tip 13: Have a combined parent dance. Not one to be in the spotlight?? Want to save some time and move your reception along?? Do a combined parent dance instead of two separate Father/Daughter and Mother/Son dances. The bride can dance with her Dad while the groom dances with his Mom, all at the same time. There are many great songs that work well for both and they can be found on the Song Lists section on the Entertainment Northwest web site (entertainmentnorthwest.biz).
Tip 14: Ride off into the sunset. It is sad to see the bride and groom as the last people lingering at the reception. Arrange for a car or limo to be available an hour or so before the end of your reception to whisk you off to your wedding night hotel room. If it is winding down, the DJ can send everyone outside to ﾓsend you offﾔ. Often, there are send offs with bubbles or sparklers. If the reception is REALLY hopping, the car can wait while you dance awhile longer and you can leave when you wish.
Tip 15: Arrange for the caterer and family to wrap up the event. A good caterer will handle the venue clean up and a good wedding planner will make arrangements for family members to clear out all the wedding presents, flowers and leftover food and beverage.
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ﾓWhat do you regret the most about your wedding day?ﾔ Many brides have been asked this question after their wedding was over and they had time to reflect. No guys, it wasnﾒt you!
The most common answers are brides didnﾒt feel they had quiet time with their new husband to reflect on their wedding ceremony and that they didnﾒt have enough time to talk with their guests and enjoy their reception. They were too busy running things in pursuit of the ﾓperfect weddingﾔ. What good is a perfect wedding if you donﾒt get to enjoy it?
By following these Top 15 Tips For A Great Wedding Reception, you can spend those precious few minutes together with your husband in a quiet room or riding in a limo while your guests enjoy a hosted cocktail hour. As well, our time saving tips will allow you to spend more time visiting with your guests instead of ﾓrunning the showﾔ.
Best wishes on your special day.
Entertainment Northwest will be here to help you make your dreams come true!
Posted by ENTERTAINMENT NORTHWEST on August 7, 2006 at 10:17 AM
August 6, 2006
Playing a different tune!!
Rather than the standard songs, Grease, Abba, Sinatra, what are some of your personal favorites that you will be asking your dj to play? I always like to play some different things and it would be cool to hear of some songs that I either I have and haven't played in awhile or some songs that are good that I may need to get. Plus this could give you some great ideas. Let's hear what you like..
Posted by SWEET SOUNDS OF MUSIC on August 6, 2006 at 07:54 PM
Digital Wedding Albums
Contact me to view samples of my Digital Wedding Albums
Posted by ASHER PHOTOGRAPHY on August 6, 2006 at 01:33 PM
Celebrity Photos
Photographed everyone from Madonna to Donald Trump. Check out Celebrity and Wedding photos.
www.jeffreyasher.com
Posted by ASHER PHOTOGRAPHY on August 6, 2006 at 01:20 PM
Welcome J & J Photography
Hello Brides!
This is our first blog posting here - I thought Jen and I would start by introducing ourselves. We are 2 young photographers in the Seattle Area and we provide nationally recognized photojournalism for our couples. We're loads of fun and always help our couples' weddings days run smoothly. We are Unobtrusive, romantic and fun. You may never taste your cake again, smell your flowers or wear your gown, but your wedding photographs stay with you for generations to come. We take pride in offering beautiful photography at a reasonable price plus a variety of custom albums, perfect for telling the story of your big day. Consultations are always free. Reach us at 425-271-3013.
Thank you,
Jen and Jody
Posted by J & J PHOTOGRAPHY on August 6, 2006 at 12:45 PM
JAZZ UNLIMITED BAND
SPECIAL SONGS AND MUSIC FOR YOUR WEDDINGS
The Jazz Unlimited Band would like to thank the many brides that have requested such wonderful music. We have added so many great songs to our WEDDING MUSICAL LIBARY of songs most requested for weddings. The names of just a few of these songs are:
1. Somewhere Over the Rainbow / What a Wonderful World (by EZ)
2. Your Song by Elton John
3. The Wedding Song by Kenny G.
4. Songs from the Broadway Hit Showboat - "Why do I Love You"
5. You're still the one.
6. When I fall in Love
7. Many classical numbers for the Wedding Ceremony
8. You raise me up
9. When I fall in Love - It will be forever
10. Ribbon in the sky - Elton John
We have added so many new songs from Brides Referals that we now are going to add a new section to our web site song list called -
"Wedding Songs Most Requested".
If you want special songs and music for your wedding ceremony,
cocktail hour and reception, the Jazz "UNLIMITED" Band can help you. Our special arrangements and ability to play so many different types and styles of music is quite unique in todays musical world. We would be honored to play for your wedding, and play the music you love most and music you want to hear.
If you have any questions on music or instrumentation, feel free to call Duane Wright, the leader of the Jazz Unlimited Band at any time.
Call Toll Free at 1-866-337-2111
Or E-Mail Duane at duane.janw@verizon.net
We send our Best Wishes,
Duane M. Wright
Posted by JAZZ UNLIMITED BAND on August 6, 2006 at 11:53 AM
WANTED: A FEW GOOD CONSULTANTS
I've had a few questions regarding a Passion Party. First, there is NO COST for these parties. Why should you be paying someone to have fun?! Second, the parties can be tailored to whatever you want. Now I'm aware that there are other companies similar to Passion Parties out there. I have personnally attended these parties as part of my research for finding the right company for me. In my opinion, Passion Parties is more established in this business. We may not carry as much products as some of the other companies, but that's okay. Passion Parties has streamlined their product line over the years to offer you what really works. A Passion Party is also a great way to introduce you to various products for personal pleasure as well as partner-play.
With the exposure that Passion Parties has been receiving, we're in need for consultants. There's just too many people out there having sex in order for us to keep up with them! So if you know of someone who may be interested in becoming a consultant, have them visit my website www.4passiondivas.com Check out the information on the website and if interested, fill out the form so we can get started. All states are welcome! Be sure to check out the special for new consultants this month. I am also offering an additional incentive as well. What a great opportunity to help women truly become liberated from the bedroom to the bank!
Posted by PASSION PARTIES - JEANNETTE GIBBS on August 6, 2006 at 04:07 AM
August 2, 2006
How much are wedding invitations?
We now have FIVE wedding albums, in addition to two extensive online invitation collections. We conducted a quick review of invitation prices in our albums and are pleased to share the following:
100 invitations can be purchased from our Birchcraft album for $51.43 - $168.93, depending on the invitation selected
100 invitations can be purchased from our Diamond Collection album for $44.03-$132.93, depending on the invitation selected
100 invitations can be purchased from our Candlelight Collection for $42.63-$135.73, depending on the invitation selected
100 invitations can be purchased from our McPhersons album for $38.83-$164.43, depending on the invitation selected
100 invitations can be purchased from our Carlson Craft Blue album for $45.63-$159.53, depending on the invitation selected
Interested in knowing more? Just ask!
Posted by GETTING PERSONAL IMPRINTING on August 2, 2006 at 05:58 PM
To Air condition or Not???
This may seem like a no-brainer, but it's not. Many venues charge $1500 and up for air conditioning as an add-on. Consider the following when making your decision:
Does the venue allow you to make a "last minute" decision about the AC?
How many elderly guests will be in attendance?
Is your date near one of the cut-off months (July/August)?
September Weddings can hit 'Indian Summer' heat waves
Where would the budgeted amount be applied if not to Air?
You would be surprised at the way different venues hold onto daytime heat. Visit your venue of choice in the evening and experience it yourself. Take along a friend who won't be swayed by your monetary concerns, and ask for their honest opinion.
Also check the weather for your wedding at
http://www.weather.com/index.html
I recently had a late June bride who got away without air conditioning because her Reception Venue had a large out-door area where everyone could escape the heat.
Annette
weddings@centurycityflowermarket.com
Posted by CENTURY CITY FLOWER MARKET on August 2, 2006 at 05:24 PM
Did you know that 78% of all wedding day vendors show up LATE to your venue
This is one of the easiest "sore" points to avoid. Assign one of your bridesmaids a simple task list with vendor names, contacts and phone numbers, and have her call 2 days before, the day before and the day of, to remind each vendor of their expected time of arrival. Then put it out of your head! You will have other things to focus on as your day approaches. And if your bridesmaid feels like she is being a pest, reassure her, that the vendor will actually probably appreciate the reminders, as they are most likely juggling several events of their own.
Annette
weddings@centurycityflowermarket.com
Posted by CENTURY CITY FLOWER MARKET on August 2, 2006 at 05:17 PM
Keep in touch with your wedding coordinator!!
Las Vegas is a VERY busy city and there are a ton of places to get married. Wedding Coordinators at many locations come and go so keep in constant contact with your location as your coordinator may move onto other things. There is nothing worse then waiting until the week of your wedding and dealing with someone new. This is very important if you are doing a destination wedding. If you have any questions or need recommendations on where to get married in Las Vegas please contact me at Laurie@allabouthoneymoons.com or visit my website at www.laurie.allabouthoneymoons.com!
Posted by ALL ABOUT HONEYMOONS on August 2, 2006 at 04:22 PM
Value Added Savings: Calligraphy Addressing is yours
beginning with a five hundred dollar purchase, our company will address up to 100 outer and inner envelopes with a customer provided database using WORD, WORKS,or EXCEL.
We provide basic etiquette guidelines, and delineate the importance of NO ABBREVIATIONS in addressing, etc. to help you achieve an incredible presentation of your wedding stationery.
For each one hundred dollars in expenses, you will receive up to twenty-five additional outer and inner envelopes addrssed for you.
We include the following items that compromise an order: the invitation, the printed flaps, the reception and/or map/accommodation/direction card, the response card/envelope or response post card, and thank you note(informal note) in this description. (Liners are also included in the total package for value added services.)
While perusing our site, if you have other questions, please feel free to write to us directly.
Judy Laughton Lilley
Posted by on August 2, 2006 at 07:00 AM
August 1, 2006
Should you have your makeup and hair done by a professional?
If you can, then why not! You are the princess for the day. Why not get fully pampered on your special day. You have been planning, coordinating and scheduling. The day of the wedding arrives your job is done now it's time to enjoy all that work you put into it. Don't cha think?
Posted by BEAUTIGODDESS.COM - MOBILE MAKEOVERS on August 1, 2006 at 11:41 PM
It's My Wedding Day - New "Day of Coordinator" Rate
Hawaii Weddings and Events is pleased to provide a new "day of" wedding coordination package and very special rate!
ﾓIT'S MY WEDDING DAY"
$850 (hotel venue) or $1450 (non-hotel venue or two different locations)
Includes final meeting with bride and groom two weeks prior to the wedding day to thoroughly review all aspects of the wedding and make appropriate adjustments if necessary (average time including meeting and final preparation is 10-12 hours) and on-site event wedding professional for eight hours on the wedding day.
ﾓItﾒs My Wedding Dayﾔ is perfect for those couples that have made all of their own arrangements and finalized all ceremony and reception details, but just need an event professional to ensure everything has been covered, set-up as requested and timelines are met so t