Wedding Blogs by Wedding Professionals
January 31, 2007
Have a flawless Picture Perfect Day with no stress
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Receive exclusive tips for picture-perfect bridal photography.
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Posted by on January 31, 2007 at 09:15 PM
Sushi and me
I always liked the idea of sushi as a side dish at an event. The Asian culture is just as much a part of living in the Great Northwest. Being a port state, immigration brings in so many flavors from all over the world, enriching, and spicing up the communities that we live in. We have ten different platters of Japanese Sushi that would be a hit at any party!
Serenitea Catering
Flanders Enterprises Bartending Services LLC
253-212-8476
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
northwestbartender@yahoo.com
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 31, 2007 at 06:57 PM
"Live music" for your wedding ceremony is a MUST!!!
As a musician, I have attended hundreds of weddings (possibly a thousand) over the course of the last 25 years. I have performed at churches, beaches, houses, parks, boats, restaurants, theme parks, you name it...I have performed there! I have witnessed traditional weddings, non-traditional weddings, joyous weddings, sad weddings, hilarious weddings, ridiculous weddings, obnoxious weddings, sweet weddings, magical weddings, and down right "weird" weddings. Brides and grooms have also come up with some creative ideas to make their special day stand-out above the rest. Whether it be doves, butterfly releases, rice, sand, rocks, roses, candles, or a dive into the ocean during the recessional; there is one aspect of all weddings that is an absolute must. That is "live" music.
A string quartet or trio will always add that special touch to your wedding ceremony. Classical musicians are well-trained and can handle any musical request for almost any type of wedding. A string quartet can play thousands of classical pieces as well as pop/rock songs, show tunes, theme songs, church songs, and even provide backup for a talented singer (whether it be your friend or a hired professional). Best of all, they will know exactly when to fade out and start playing at the perfect moment. (Recorded music never works out that way!!!)
Additionally, there are many ways to save money on a wedding by limiting the number of flowers, serving beer/wine instead of a full bar, or finding a beautiful "free" wedding location. However, don't skimp on the music for your wedding. Live musicians add that perfect touch to your wedding and will always be enjoyed by attendees of all ages...whether they are 2 years old or 102 years old.
"Live music" is the only music!!!
Posted by on January 31, 2007 at 04:30 PM
Wedding Ceremony Music - 3 vital songs
When it comes down to it ...choosing your wedding ceremony music is about 3 vital songs. Around that you can choose music for what theme or personality you want to bring across to your audience. For example, choosing a Traditional theme.
1. The Processional for the bridal party - Pachabel's Canon in D
2. Bride's Entrance song - Wagner's Wedding March ( "Here Comes the Bride)
3. Recessional for everyone exiting - Mendelssohn's Wedding March
4. Optional Background Music - Bach's - Joy of a Man's Desire
Upbeat Classical, Mellow Classical (Romantic) , Hawaiian or choose Contemporary and fill it in with your Favorites. Top it off with the Prelude in Classical...then End with a Postlude in Contemporary.
I personally like the challenge of learning new music for my expanding harp repertoire. For special song requests, it helps to have a window of 30 to 45 days to learn it...and it gives me a good excuse to shop on iTunes :) It helps to keep me current.
Thank you and Happy Planning!
Pumehana Davis Wadsworth
Harp Hawaii LLC
Posted by PUMEHANA DAVIS, HARPIST on January 31, 2007 at 12:42 PM
Laurel's Floral Decor
"What is a Wedding without Flowers?"
At Laurel's Floral Decor we give you our personal attention by only booking one wedding at a time. We believe your day is special and deserves special attention!
We offer complimentary consultations and on-site event planning! Its never too early to set up your appointment to plan for your Special Day!
"Let us help you to create the Wedding of your Dreams!"
Posted by LAUREL'S FLORAL DECOR on January 31, 2007 at 10:21 AM
January 30, 2007
Long distance wedding service request!
Every night I check the emails on brides to be requesting information about wedding services, but tonight made me giggle. I got a request from a man in Virgina looking for a bar service for his wife's birthday. I sent him toward someone in the area that could help him in the short notice that it would take to be at the party, in another 4 days. We are doing some out of state events, and as I am willing to travel, but he most likely got the wrong Washington. I wouldn't mind being flown to Hawaii for anyone interested? :)
Teresa
253-212-8476
Serenitea Catering
Flanders Enterprises Bartending Services LLC
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 30, 2007 at 11:51 PM
Wonderous Love!!
Well the title says it all, We at An Ultimate Affair, have so much love going on in our office, it is must be infectous, we had a former bride call, "When I came in 8 months ago, with my Maid of Honor, and that other couple was there, little did you & I know, that she was to meet the Best Man ever" They are now engaged to be married, Well that makes all of here at AN Ultimate Affair very happy, that they meet in our store, Maid of Honor and Best Man from another wedding how fitting is this, So you all have found the loves of you life ,and we would love to help you in any way that we can, email us with any questions you may have, or need any advice, on.
Pam
www.myultimateaffair.com
wultimateaffair@aol.com
Posted by AN ULTIMATE AFFAIR on January 30, 2007 at 09:11 PM
A new way to greet your guests
Brides today are looking to find new ideas and create a unique wedding of their own. At Tribute Tracks we have created the Tribute Banner to serve this need. Stylish and very affordable, they are designed to be an alternative or an addition to the guest sign-in book for the wedding reception.
Check out our samples on www.tributebanners.com and you will see how creative our graphic design team can be with your existing photos. All our banners come a professionally written tribute to the couple from a former record industry songwriter.
Look out for our special offers or simply call 866-94-SONGS to see what we are currently offering.
Best Regards
Anthony Mogavero
Tribute Tracks
Posted by TRIBUTE TRACKS on January 30, 2007 at 06:00 PM
You are invited to a music recital. Meet your musician.
Hello everyone!
Would you like to meet your wedding musician before your hire him? Would you like to hear him live? Would you like to know for sure that he can actually play the instrument?
Please come to my flute recital. I will be giving a free public performance at the Brechemin Auditorium in the School of Music of the University of Washington on February 24th at 2:30pm. It will last one hour and I will perform different styles of flute music with piano accompaniment. This is a great way to meet your musician in action. It will be entertaining and it will make for a perfect date on a Saturday before dinner.
See you there
Pablo Sepulveda
flutist
More information is here:
http://www.music.washington.edu/events/?ID=32423&month=02&year=2007
Posted by WINDSTRINGS.COM on January 30, 2007 at 05:36 PM
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY ﾖ advantages you should know
Before you select your wedding photographer and videographer ﾖ review the awarding advantages of selecting same company services.
Here are three reasons why you should choose your wedding photographer and videographer from the same company.
1)Both photographer and videographer work together as a team ﾖ they coordinate what they are accountable for so both get the photos and video you want. You will not see them fighting for the same shot.
2)By working together, the photographer can easily share digital images with the videographer - this allows your photography (Still photos) to be incorporated into your wedding video. Makes an excellent presentation for all who view.
3)You will find a one-stop service convenience using the same company. It is less complicating and easier to coordinate two very important elements of your wedding.
Lumina Photography is one of the largest digital studios in the Northwest and we have created beautiful wedding images, videos, and albums for hundreds of area couples.
We would love to talk with you to find out how we can offer our service of photography and videography Please call us at: (425) 355-1415 and tell us about your wedding day dreams and how we can help you fulfill them. You could also email me at colleen@luminaphotography.com.
And, for more information about Lumina Weddings, we encourage you to visit our website at www.luminaweddings.com.
ﾓThe Best Memories are Never Posedﾔ
Colleen
Wedding Coordinator
Lumina Photography
425-335-1415
colleen@luminaphotography.com
Posted by LUMINA WEDDINGS on January 30, 2007 at 01:50 PM
01-30-07 The partyﾒs over ﾅ
And you probably have a big sack of brochures and flyers from competing wedding vendors, with every one of them begging for your business. Itﾒs confusing and frustrating ﾖ and with the ﾓfollow-upﾔ calls pressuring you to choose them ﾖ you may be sorry you even went in the first place.
But, there is a way to get the information you need to make an informed decision ﾖ without any of the hassle and frustration.
Just visit our website at: www.northwest-wedding-photos.com Youﾒll find what you are looking for ﾅ a straight-forward approach, samples of our beautiful weddings, and prices to match your budget.
Just give us a call at: (253)875-9949 or e-mail us at: dana@northwest-wedding-photos.com and weﾒll be glad to answer your questions and schedule a FREE engagement photo session. Youﾒll be glad you did. We want to be your photographer AND videographer.
Thanks.
Dana Kehr
ﾓA Brides Club Preferred Photographerﾔ
Northwest Wedding Photos
P.S. For your convenience, we now accept all major credit cards. Having a ﾓBrideﾒs Club Preferred Photographerﾔ at your wedding is easier than ever.
Posted by NORTHWEST WEDDING PHOTOS on January 30, 2007 at 10:24 AM
January 29, 2007
Who pays for what? Affording the wedding of your dreams.
Traditionally the bride's family pays for certain things, and the groom's family pays for certain things, but more and more people are opting to share in the expenses including the brides and grooms themselves.
Weddings are expensive. There is so much that goes into that special day that many people settle because they think the wedding of thier dreams is out of reach. Mind you, these are not guidelines, just an alternative suggestion. Sit down and talk to the paying parties, and come up with a financial plan that will make everyone happy.
Example: Wedding cost $12,000 ( total )
Bride's family $4,000
Groom's family $4,000
Bride and Groom themselves $4,000
This way, everything is evened out between the families, and if you have a year to plan, that's about $334 a month to save toward the big event.
Serenitea Catering
Flanders Enterprises
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
northwestbartender@yahoo.com
Coming soon www.cocktailsandcatering.com
253-212-8476
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 29, 2007 at 05:43 PM
Party favors?
If you're looking for something to give each of your wedding reception guests, my personal favorites are wine toppers and shot glasses. This way, they have something that can be continuely used after the event is over. With your names and date of your wedding on the shot glass, your friends and family can toast to you even when you're not there!
Serenitea Catering
Flanders Enterprises
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
northwestbartender@yahoo.com
Coming soon www.cocktailsandcatering.com
253-212-8476
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 29, 2007 at 05:34 PM
Penny pinching without getting cheap, quick guide in cost control
The wedding of your dreams may be affordable, it just takes some creative planning. You don't have to settle. Making a list of things you absolutely want is a good start.
How many people do you intead of having at your wedding?
Most caterers charge a per person price, this controls a lot of the cost. Ask if there is a child's price as well, this will help lower the overall bill. Serenitea Catering offers a huge meal plan for the price, making sure you're guests are very well fed, and includes a chocolate fountain or two, at every booked event.
Does the reception place allow outside vendors?
Why, because a lot of inhouse vendors charge whatever they want because you have to buy through them, whether it's catering, the bar, or inhouse vendors. Limiting your choices.
Leftover wedding cake?
A wedding cake is one of the most important center pieces of the wedding, as well as one of the most costly. When it comes down to buying the correct size for your reception, factor in that not all your guests will eat cake, some due to diabetes, or other medical reasoning. There is nothing sadder than a half eaten cake going in the garbage at the end of the event.
Honeymoon planning?
I book a lot of my own travel. I use the travel agency as a tool to combine things that I am interested in doing on my vacations. I come up with a plan, and see if thier plan can beat mine in price. Know when the "Off season" is to the destination you are going, and you can end up saving a lot of money. Summer is a peak time for travel in most of the world. If I want to go to Japan in the middle of July, it will run me $1200 a person. If I changed my trip plans to the first week of March, it goes down to $600 a person for round trip through United Airlines.
You are planning a wedding, you'll be able to research airfare, hotel, travel, tourist attractions and things to do on your own as well. Travel agencies can sometimes beat the packages, but it's always good to have a plan A and B.
Photographer?
This is one area I would shop around for. There are a lot of people that think they can take a picture by pointing and clicking, but handing someone expensive paint, will not make a beautiful picture. Examine their work, and compare. Tell them what you want in a package, and the amount you are willing to pay.
Look for a photographer that takes pictures with multiple cameras. This is suppose to be one of the most important day of your life, don't let your cousin take your professional pictures if they don't know the difference between an apature and a lens.
Having a secondary "candid" person taking your pictures is always a good idea. If they have a digital camera, they can see what was taken and delete the ones that come out weird. This is a backup plan.
Bridal showers?
Have a party, like a Pampered Chef, Party Lite, Home Interiors and host it yourself to earn free products, or give your lady friends an idea of what you want for wedding gifts.
What to ask for on your registry?
Think of what you and your future to be already has, and make a list of things that you need and want, not just want. If you are going to use that fancy waffle make once, is it really a great thing to put on your list? Gift cards are always a good idea, this let's you shop for the things you want, at a time you are ready to incorperate it into your household.
Hope this helps!
Serenitea Catering and Bar Services
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
253-212-8476
northwestbartender@yahoo.com
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 29, 2007 at 02:29 PM
Question about a Dress Issue!
This is from Debbie in Seattle Washington.
Dear Pam,
I recently bought a dress on line, When I sent all the information to the bridal shop, the measurments ,color, style, and size,also even spoke to the woman there, and she sent a confirmation email, which I have kept all paper work, with in 6 weeks ,I got my dream dress, which I thought it was, on all the paper work stated i needed a size 4, well I got a 14, it is way to big, and will cost a fortune to fix, When I contacted the woman at the store, she stated" All sales Final" Now what am I to do?
Dear Debbie,
I am so sorry about this, but in your case the sale is not final, if all your paper work that you have saved from the shop states a size 4, then your have every right to get what you have paid for, What I reccommend is make copies of everything and send it certified mail to shop you got the dress from, and that way they can see what you have, and as I have seen the paper work that you sent for me to view, than you should have this taken care of in a few days, everyone sometimes can make a mistake so, just point it out to them by the date of you wedding you have plenty of time for this to be taken care of , Best wishes, and let me know if you have anyother issues with the Dress Shop and would love to know the outcome on this,
Pam
www,myultimateaffair.com
Posted by AN ULTIMATE AFFAIR on January 29, 2007 at 01:38 PM
This is something that is important to everyone!!!
Over the weekend of doing a lovely wedding, on the way back, Ben and I encountered a very serious accident , yes we had all of the emergeny kits in the car, but none had a fire extinguisher in them, thank goodness the tow truck driver had one, I think everyone should make sure that they have one in there car, and also know how to use them, also make sure your cell phone that 911 will work, on my nextel it kept saying not in an emergency area, so had to have 411 put the call through, this is just and an FYI to everyone of you, Because you never know what will happen.
All our good wishes to you.
Posted by AN ULTIMATE AFFAIR on January 29, 2007 at 01:27 PM
1-29-07 ﾖ Whew! The shows are over ﾅ
And if you attended the recent bridal show ﾖ or if you have more to attend ﾖ we know you will have so much information, youﾒll probably have a tough time sorting out the ﾓfluffﾔ from the important stuff.
To help you cut through the clutter and confusing claims, may we suggest an easy alternative?
Just visit our website at: www.northwest-wedding-photos.com
Once there, youﾒll see our prices and many examples of our work.
Then, just give us a call at: (253)875-9949 or e-mail us at: dana@northwest-wedding-photos.com and weﾒll be glad to answer your questions and schedule a FREE engagement photo session. Youﾒll be glad you did.
Thanks.
Dana Kehr
ﾓA Brides Club Preferred Photographerﾔ
Northwest Wedding Photos
P.S. For your convenience, we now accept all major credit cards. Having a ﾓBrideﾒs Club Preferred Photographerﾔ at your wedding is easier than ever.
Posted by NORTHWEST WEDDING PHOTOS on January 29, 2007 at 10:44 AM
Why a myspace homepage?
I needed a platform that I could use as a temporary website until www.cocktailsandcatering.com was up a running. We are expecting the official website to be up and running by the end of the week.
We hope you find the www.myspace.com/weddingpros page to contain useful information and pictures of last years wedding season. It's also a fun way of keeping everyone up to date on the latest offers and photos.
We will probably continue to have the myspace page up with every other way of contacting us. We blog both on www.bridesclub.com and myspace for wedding and special events information.
We add professionals in the wedding industry only, and use the site as an information page. There is rarely a day we don't find something useful to post that could end up saving you a lot of money.
So I hope that answers that question, and if you have any other question, please feel free to email us at northwestbartender@yahoo.com
Serenitea Catering and Bar Service
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 29, 2007 at 12:54 AM
Wedding vendors recommendations
Who would your company recommend for making a wedding cake?
Celebrity Cake Studio
Freighthouse Square
Downtown Tacoma
Why?
Because I've made a career out of eating wedding cake, and some are beautiful and taste like playdo. Celebrity cake Studio has a wonderful presentation as well is very tasty.
Have You bought a cake through them?
Yep, and will continue for all my special events.
Are you the same company?
Nope, just like what they do.
Teresa Flanders Potter
253-212-8476
northwestbartender@yahoo.com
Serenitea Catering
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 29, 2007 at 12:27 AM
January 28, 2007
Setting up house...combining housholds
When my husband and I got married last year, we combined his stuff, my stuff, my daughter's stuff, and assorted "stuff" friends and family gave us for our wedding.
So needless to say, our stuff is all over the place. When we got our place, we realized that we had more "stuff" than we actually needed. We sorted through together, and had to make some pretty hard choices on what was to keep, and what was to go.
His stuff:
I married a gamer, and that was what I had to accept was with the man of my dreams, was wires, games, and lots of time on the computer. Where to put it all? We made one room the "Gaming" room. This meant that if he kept all of his paraphenalia in one spot. We moved a loveseat into it so that we could also watch movies together.
Her stuff:
I collect stuff. It's mostly dishes and glassware from around the world, and endless amounts of kitchen gadgets. The meant that the dining room and kitchen were my rooms. I got to decorate how my tastes were, and my husband says as long as he's fed, it's good to him. (He can't cook)
Getting married, and living together is all about making a life together. Sometimes it means that you and he will give away somethings, gather somethings, and accept that your personal space is being shared instead of being invaded by someone else.
Remember that the interests that your future to be are still going to be there after you say I do, and happily ever after, means working together for a better future.
Mrs. Teresa Flanders Potter
Serenitea Catering
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
253-212-8476
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 28, 2007 at 06:08 PM
BOOT CAMP BLAST- Outdoor Fitness Classes
Hello Brides! Wanted to let you know that we have the perfect fitness regimen to get you in the best shape for your wedding! Power Zone Fitness will be kicking off their Boot Camp Blast classes in Bothell March 17th! Classes run 4 weeks at a time with classes each day and different times.
You won't want to miss out on a fun, challenging and motivated way to get in shape for your BIG day! Let us help you!
The first session runs March 17th-April 14th. Packge pricing is based on how many times per week you want to work out. Classes will be held at the Sammamish River Park in Bothell - Rain or Shine!
We are taking pre-registrations for the upcoming session! Hurry, the classes are filling fast! Grab your friends and get in the best shape of your life! It's like having a personal fitness trainer for half the cost and you will have a blast!
Contact us for more information, package pricing and to pre-register. Find us on the web at www.powerzonefitness.com
Contact us by email at www.powerzonefitness@verizon.net
Posted by POWER ZONE FITNESS, LLC on January 28, 2007 at 02:41 PM
01-28-07 ﾖ Donﾒt be confused and feel pressured ﾅ
With the wedding shows just concluding, you may feel pressured and confused by all the competing claims. Whatﾒs more, youﾒll probably get a lot of high-pressure sales calls after the show ﾖ everyone wanting you to buy from them.
May we suggest an easy alternative?
Just visit our website at: www.northwest-wedding-photos.com
Once there, youﾒll see our prices and many examples of our work.
Then, just give us a call at: (253)875-9949 or e-mail us at: dana@northwest-wedding-photos.com and weﾒll be glad to answer your questions and schedule a FREE engagement photo session. Youﾒll be glad you did.
Thanks.
Dana Kehr
ﾓA Brides Club Preferred Photographerﾔ
Northwest Wedding Photos
P.S. For your convenience, we now accept all major credit cards. Having a ﾓBrideﾒs Club Preferred Photographerﾔ at your wedding is easier than ever.
Posted by NORTHWEST WEDDING PHOTOS on January 28, 2007 at 02:31 PM
ISAGENIX~ Lose 7-15 POUNDS in 9 days! SHRINK before your wedding!!
Hello girls!!
WOW! Congrats on your BIG day!! I'm Chrissy~ I live in Washington State, and flew over to the bridal convention with my friend Krissie. I HAVE to tell you all about this "cleanse thing"..........
I was a bit "thick" around the middle. Well, a lot actually. Pretty dimply and cheese-like. I had done everything I could think of doing to lose my "tire". Nothing helped. I even considered liposuction. But it was too expensive. I was so mad at my body, and sick of feeling chubby. SO sick of it!! I had never really heard of cleansing, but stumbled across it through a friend. She had lost 13 pounds in 9 days. I gave it a shot, but was VERY skeptical, thinking it wouldn't work, because NOTHING had in the past.
Well, funny! I lost 9 pounds in 9 days, and lost 13 inches! The best part was.......I felt like a million bucks. I wanted to cry because I felt great, looked great, my gut was completely GONE! I had so much energy, I didn't even feel like the same person. I have lost a total of 15 pounds, and have kept every ounce off.........
I CANNOT explain how COOL this amazing system is!
I've been married almost 14 years, and I remember my wedding day SO clearly. It's the one day of your life that YOU are meant to feel special, and YOU are who EVERYONE is looking at. You should look and feel like the prettiest girl on the planet~ When you walk down that isle, all eyes are on you. YOU! Not on the pianist or the greeter, you.
Cleansing is the easiest way to lose weight and inches FAST! Your body holds onto toxins. They are stored in your fat cells. When you cleanse, you flush the toxins out of your bady, and the fat gets flushed out with it. You burn fat and build muscle at the same time. There are NO chemicals such as ephedra or ma huang~ All ingredients are organic nutrients and minerals.
I love ISAGENIX!!!! I want to jump up and down! If you get a chance, please check out my website~ www.chrissymarlow.isagenix.com or email me at cmarlow@centurytel.net
Again, best wishes~
Posted by ISAGENIX on January 28, 2007 at 01:06 PM
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OFFER HAS EXPIRED
Aloha and thank you for stopping by to read my blog. As the title of this entry states, I am currently offering a 20% discount on the Video DJ entertainment package to all Bridesclub.com (couples) brides.
I invite you to setup a free and no obligation consultation to discuss your wedding reception. During our meeting, I will share with you several ideas regarding your reception, show you examples of what I do and how I do it, and lastly, a 3 ring binder complete with song recommendations and wedding planner. This alone is an extremely valuable tool and it contains a wealth of information regarding setting your wedding reception to music.
Again, the consultation is free and if we meet at Starbucks, I'm buying! So give me a call or fill out an event planner on my website. See and hear how Video DJ's of Hawaii can help make your celebration Extra Special!
Whether it's our Custom Recordings, Wedding Reception Emergency Kit, or having your names projected on the dancefloor with a Customized Lighting Effect, we have what it takes to make your special occasion unique and memorable.
Aloha for now,
Dale
295-8504
www.videodjsofhawaii.com
dale@videodjsofhawaii.com
OFFER HAS EXPIRED
Posted by VIDEO DJ'S OF HAWAII on January 28, 2007 at 12:48 PM
FIRST SEVEN 2007 BRIDES THAT BOOK SAVE $100-$300 FOR DAY-OF COORDINATOR
Hawaii Weddings and Events is pleased to provide a limited special offer to the first seven "2007" brides that need a "day of" coordinator.
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 they (and their family and friends) may truly embrace the day.
Posted by HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS on January 28, 2007 at 02:44 AM
January 27, 2007
01-27-07 ﾖ Itﾒs Saturday and thereﾒs a bridal show ﾅ
ﾅ going on. And we know that when it is all said and done, youﾒll be confused with all the information, competing claims, and confusing and conflicting claims.
Pick me! Pick me! Pick me! Everyone will be begging. You wonﾒt know if they are desperate ﾅ or if they really do quality work.
Thatﾒs why we suggest you simply visit our website for the straight facts about how to select your wedding photographer and videographer. You can learn the seven questions you must ask ﾖ and have answered ﾖ when choosing your photographer.
Then, just give us a call at: (253)875-9949 or e-mail us at: dana@northwest-wedding-photos.com and weﾒll be glad to answer your questions and schedule a FREE engagement photo session. Youﾒll be glad you did.
Thanks.
Dana Kehr
ﾓA Brides Club Preferred Photographerﾔ
Northwest Wedding Photos
P.S. For your convenience, we now accept all major credit cards. Having a ﾓBrideﾒs Club Preferred Photographerﾔ at your wedding is easier than ever.
Posted by NORTHWEST WEDDING PHOTOS on January 27, 2007 at 10:29 AM
How important is your wedding video
Todayﾒs advances in style and technique are becoming more popular then still photos alone. Many top professionals have left the realm of the old fashion "home movie" look and are now producing Cinematic, Hip & Trendy videos that can be watched over and over.
Thanks to organizations such as WEVA.com (Wedding and Event Videographers Association), brides as well as videographers are becoming more aware of how important a properly produced and edited video will become, not only now, but for generations to come.
Cinematic style is based on techniques originally conceived by Hollywood Films, where the camera is floating around details instead of being shot n tripods or held on the shoulder. Shoulder shooting is out for many Hollywood studios as the angle becomes stale quickly and the view-point is similar to how we perceive life. A mixture of low, high, medium and Dutch angles excite and delight your eye, and using foreground and background objects enhances the look.
When booking your videographer, look for these angles and shots and make sure the camera is not shaky or have signs of heavy foot walking. These are the things that make the video look amateurish and non-professional. Its your money, so why not have the best remembrance of your Wedding. Many studios charge the same to shoot Cinematic then a company with less experience and technical knowledge, so why not get something you will be proud of.
Gary Freedline
CEO
Video Keepsakes of Beverly Hills
www.vki-party.com
Posted by on January 27, 2007 at 06:42 AM
January 26, 2007
Tasteless joke
Son asked his mother the following question:
"Mom, why are wedding dresses white?"
The mother looks at her son and replies,
"Son, this shows your friends and relatives that your
bride is pure."
The son thanks his Mom and goes off to double-check this
with his father.
"Dad why are wedding dresses white?"
The father looks at his son in surprise and says,
"Son, all household appliances come in white."
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 26, 2007 at 10:47 PM
Request a Quote for an Item on our Site
Please review our designs, and request a quote. We will describe in detail, the stock, the qty, the amount of assembly we provide, etc. for each item you prefer.
In this way, we will begin to establish a dialogue with you regarding your needs.
Judy Lilley
judy@lilleyprinting.com
Posted by on January 26, 2007 at 07:43 PM
Winter Bridal Salon
Come to the Bellevue Downtown Courtyard by Marriott on Sunday, February 25th for a bridal open house to meet professional wedding experts for all of your needs.
Information can be found at www.winterbridalsalon.com, and admission is FREE!!
Posted by BELLEVUE DOWNTOWN COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT on January 26, 2007 at 04:26 PM
Wedding Video, Inc. (Photography / Video ) 1877-VIDEO-22 or (508) 965-8736
Our preferred style of photograhy is contemporary. Influenced by a photo-journalistic approach, we photograph every picture unobtrusively and are always looking for candid moments.
When it comes to formats, he utilize both classical and relaxed contemporary posing techniques to create a unique style. We like to spend a few minutes photographing bride and groom alone, while the rest of the party is enjoying a cocktail hour. This allows the couple to relax and us to be able to capture their feelings through artistic images.
Our style of videography is a combination of European and American. We specialize in working with people from many cultures, and you will see that your wedding will have its own unique look. We are detail oriented, covering everything from your smallest decorations to an overview of allthe venues. We are one of few videographers who show their unedited work on screen at the reception. Our business philosophy is to focus on 70% attitude and 30% skill, so we pay a great deal of attention to the wishes and tastes of our clients.
Posted by WEDDING VIDEO, INC. on January 26, 2007 at 02:17 PM
Top 25 Honeymoon Planning Tips
- Not starting your honeymoon planning early
The number one mistake is leaving your honeymoon planning until
the last minute. Not only can you save significantly if you book
early, but also many popular destinations book up quickly for
peak season, so you may not get your first choice, or even your
second or third choice, if you procrastinate. Itﾒs never
too early to start planning.
- Not taking a honeymoon
Okay, life is pretty busy, isnﾒt it? But will your job/company/family
really fall apart if you take some time for yourselves? Just like
your wedding, your honeymoon is a special time that you and your
beloved will remember forever. Even if all you can take is a day
off, take that time and let us make it special for the two of
you. The last thing you want is to look back on this time years
from now and regret that you didnﾒt.
- Not setting an adequate
budget for your honeymoon
Werenﾒt born (or marrying) into the Rockefeller family?
No matter ﾖ whether itﾒs for a night or a week or
longer - even if you donﾒt think you can afford a honeymoon
- we can help you save money, get perks and upgrades not available
to others, and make it a special time youﾒll remember forever.
- Not considering a
Honeymoon Registry
An increasingly popular trend nowadays is the ﾓhoneymoon
registryﾔ, which works just like a bridal registry. We can
set up your registry, and provide you with complimentary cards
to go inside your invitations (or Save The Date cards) to let
folks know where and how they can contribute to making your dream
honeymoon come true. This is especially popular with couples that
already have all the household items they need. Weﾒll keep
an automated list for the bride of how much has been contributed
and by whom, and send a receipt and complimentary gift card to
each contributor.
Many of our couples have had their honeymoon vacation completely
paid for by their registry, and often with a little left-over
cash to spend on their honeymoon as well!
- Forgetting to book
a hotel room for your wedding night
Believe it or not, this one is very common! Many brides are so
focused on the big day, and on arriving at their honeymoon destination,
that they forget about the wedding night if they arenﾒt
leaving right after the wedding. Youﾒll want your first
night together to be special, so put some thought into where youﾒll
stay and how youﾒll get there after the reception (or let
us do that for you).
- Allowing out-of-town
guests to book their own accommodations
We can negotiate discounted room rates, and arrange air travel
and transportation for everyone who may be flying in for your
wedding ﾖ saving them money and you the headache of trying
to coordinate getting everyone where they need to go, especially
if theyﾒll be attending other events, like your rehearsal
dinner, bachelor or bachelorette party, etc..
- Booking too early
a flight for the day after your wedding
If youﾒre having a late afternoon or evening reception,
itﾒs a good bet that you wonﾒt be feeling bright-eyed
and bushy-tailed the next morning when itﾒs time to go to
the airport! Okay, Iﾒll be honest ﾖ I donﾒt
really know what ﾓbushy-tailedﾔ means either, but
hey, I know I donﾒt feel that way in the morning, period.
Keep in mind what time youﾒll need to be at the airport,
and be realistic about what time youﾒll be able to get up
in the morning.
- Over the top partying
(this goes for both of you!)
Sure itﾒs fun to kick off your shoes and let your hair down
once youﾒve got the ﾓI doﾒsﾔ out of the
way, but keep in mind that there are few things in life less romantic
than spending your wedding night embracing the toilet. OR being
hung over on your honeymoon. OR even worse, seeing the pictures
Aunt Edna took of you dancing on the table. Do you really want
to risk that being posted on the internet? Be sure to eat something
so that if you have a drink (or a few) they wonﾒt hit you
as hard.
- Not getting to the
airport early
If youﾒre flying to your honeymoon destination, be sure
that youﾒve pre-booked your transportation to the airport,
and leave yourselves plenty of time to get to there, get checked
in, and get through security. Although the airlines still recommend
60 to 90 minutes early, weﾒve seen lines at security checkpoints
that you wouldnﾒt believe! Donﾒt risk missing your
honeymoon ﾖ better to sit and read at the gate than to miss
your flight. Another tip: slip a zip-loc style plastic baggie
in your purse and then put all your jewelry, and anything from
your pockets, into it to get through security faster. And lastly,
if youﾒre planning a longer honeymoon and checking several
bags, we can arrange to send them a few days early, so thereﾒs
less for you to schlep through the airport.
- Not realizing that
most tours and cruises depart on Saturdays
At least the 7-day cruises that is, and with Saturday being the
most popular day to marryﾅ hmmmﾅ..you can see the
conflict, canﾒt you? Most of the 3-day sailings depart on
Fridays, most 4-day sailings depart on Mondays, and there are
even 10- and 11-day sailings and longer! So if youﾒve always
dreamed of taking a cruise honeymoon, be sure to book your cruise
first, and take the departure date into account when choosing
the wedding date and location. And unless you live within driving
distance of the port of departure, youﾒll have a flight
too (normally booked at the time you book your cruise), so keep
in mind that youﾒll need extra time to get to the port city,
allowing for a leisurely (not rushed!) embarkation.
- Not telling the hotel
(and everyone else) that youﾒre honeymooning
Donﾒt be shy ﾖ itﾒs your time to shine, and
the whole world loves lovers! Weﾒll make sure that youﾒll
get special treatment and an upgrade on rooms and meals.
- Not taking your future
spouseﾒs opinions into consideration
Admit it ﾖ youﾒve been thinking about your wedding
day - and likely your honeymoon as well - since you were in kindergarten.
However, very few men think of such things, so often brides assume
that their fianc￩ doesnﾒt really care about the details.
Planning your dream honeymoon without consulting him will result
in a trip youﾒll love, but he wonﾒt. If you want your
honeymoon to be as memorable for your beloved as it will be for
you, itﾒs crucial to ask him questions, such as where heﾒd
like to go and what heﾒd like to do. Of course, he still
may say, ﾓWhatever you want, dearﾔ.
- Not considering ﾓoff
seasonﾔ travel
Go where youﾒve always wanted, but go when everyone else
goes and youﾒll not only pay ﾓpremiumﾔ rates,
but youﾒll deal with crowds, booked up spas and tours, longer
waits at the restaurants, etc. Try going when itﾒs less
crowded for a truly relaxing and romantic experience. Plus, when
there are fewer tourists, youﾒll get more attentive service!
Just be sure to consult us so that you don't wind up at your honeymoon
destination during a hurricane!
- Not getting advice
from someone who has been to your destination
Planned a tropical island honeymoon in October, then arrived to
find that it was monsoon season there? Or went to that Dude Ranch
in Arizona after being inspired by the movie ﾓCity Slickersﾔ
only to discover that July is way too hot and most of the horses
were sent north to Colorado weeks ago? That wonﾒt happen
to you if you take the time to research your trip with someone
who knows the place well. If you donﾒt know someone personally,
chances are good that we will, or may have even been there ourselves
- we take pride in knowing our honeymoon destinations intimately!
- Being unaware of
local customs at your destination
Since youﾒll likely spend some of your time outside of your
hotel room, and will be interacting with the locals, itﾒs
important to know what dress and behavior is considered appropriate,
so that you donﾒt risk offending anyone, or worse, spending
the rest of your life in a seedy foreign prison and possibly causing
an international incident in the process.
- Forgetting to get
(or renew) your passport
Traveling out of the country? Be sure you have a current Passport.
It can take 6 to 8 weeks (including mailing time) to get a new
or renewed Passport, or 2 to 3 weeks if you pay hefty additional
fees for expedited service. For information on fees, passport
office locations, and to download application forms and instructions,
visit the U.S. Department of States website at http://www.travel.state.gov/passport_services.html.
Or let us plan your honeymoon and weﾒll handle all of the
paperwork for you ﾖ and if you're close to one of our offices,
weﾒll even take your photo if you need one (or a new one).
- Being unaware that
many European hotel rooms have only single beds
As do some cabins on cruise ships. It just isnﾒt comfortable
trying to squeeze both of you in a bed designed for one, but it
certainly isnﾒt intimate being in separate beds. So unless
twin beds are your preference, be sure to request a queen or king
bed when you book!
- Waiting until the
last minute (or day) to pack for your trip
Thatﾒs a sure-fire way to forget something important, or
wind up packing something in your checked luggage that youﾒll
need (or want) in-flight. Of course, if youﾒve printed our
Packing Checklist, then youﾒll have nothing to worry about.
Unless, of course, you forget to use the checklist. And don't
forget to check out our Packing Tips, too.
- Packing too much
(or too little)
Thereﾒs just no excuse for not printing our Packing Checklist
from our website. Or, if youﾒre lucky enough to be one of
the organizationally blessed, create one and share it with us!
Just be sure to take into account 1) where youﾒre going,
2) when youﾒre going there, 3) how long youﾒll be
there, and 4) the monetary exchange rate multiplied by the inside
dimensions of your suitcase (so youﾒll know how many souvenirs
you can bring back, of course!) Oh yeahﾅ.unless youﾒre
planning to start a family right away, donﾒt forget to pack
your birth control.
- Underestimating the
impact of a sunburn
No matter how tempting the beach or pool is, resist spending hours
there the first day, and when you do venture out, be sure to use
loads of sunscreen. Thereﾒs no quicker way to ruin a honeymoon
vacation than screaming ﾓouch!ﾔ every time he touches
you. Or vice versa. ﾑNuff said.
- Scheduling all of
your time around activities
With all the excitement youﾒve been through (or will be
going through) in the weeks and days leading up to your Big Day,
you may not realize just how truly exhausting it can all be, but
it will certainly hit you a day or so after the wedding. Be sure
to leave yourselves enough ﾓrelaxationﾔ time, for
at least the first couple of days of your honeymoon vacation,
to keep the potential for crankiness at bay. After all, youﾒll
have many more trips with your new spouse, but only one honeymoon,
so relax and enjoy it!
- Not planning some
time apart
Everyone needs a little private time to truly relax, and we donﾒt
mean just when youﾒre in the bathroom. Schedule his-and-hers
massages at different times, or if youﾒre not into parasailing
and he wants to give it a try, head to the pool with a book, do
some souvenir shopping, or take some pamper time for yourself
at the hotelﾒs spa. It will give you more to talk about
over dinner too!
- Forgetting to bring
your sense of humor
No matter how carefully you plan your trip, sometimes things can
go wrong. Yes, even at a world-class honeymoon destination. Donﾒt
let anything ruin the overall purpose of your trip ﾖ which
is to have a fun and romantic time alone with your beloved. Laugh
it off and youﾒll only remember the good stuff. If nothing
else youﾒll have some funny stories to tell your grandkids
someday!
- Not bringing enough Travelerﾒs
Checks or cash (in small denominations)
Itﾒs not just a commercial, itﾒs true ﾖ not
everywhere takes American Express, or VISA or MasterCard for that
matter (although many places do). But itﾒs best to have
some small-denomination travelerﾒs checks stashed in your
security-style money belt for that little souvenir you just canﾒt
live without. Small-denomination because in many foreign countries
they won't want to give you change in US Dollars. And youﾒll
want to have some cash (again in small bills) on hand to tip those
hard working folks who carry your bags, bring you drinks, etc.
- Not packing enough
film (or extra memory for a digital camera)
Film generally has a pretty long shelf life, so even if you donﾒt
use it all on your trip and wind up bringing some home unused,
youﾒll eventually use it. Itﾒs better than paying
prices at the destination, which are often substantially higher.
And if youﾒre toting one of those nifty digital cameras,
take extra memory cards so you wonﾒt have to agonize over
which of those terrific shots youﾒll have to delete to make
room for more! The same goes for extra camera batteries, whichever
kind you need.
Posted by on January 26, 2007 at 02:02 PM
01-26-07 ﾖ This weekend, thereﾒs a big bridal show ﾅ
And hundreds of eager brides (and a few grooms) will pulse up and down the aisles gathering information, looking at wedding albums and prints that all start to look the same. By the end of the day, youﾒll have a big shopping bag full of conflicting and confusing brochures, price sheets and memories of who you liked and who you didnﾒt.
So, weﾒd like to suggest an alternative that can make your selection process for your wedding photographer and videographer a whole lot easier. Just visit our website at: www.northwest-wedding-photos.com Everything you need is there.
Then, with a single phone call or e-mail, you can choose one of the best in the Northwest to do both your photography and wedding video.
We want to help you capture the memories of your special day.
Please call now: (253)875-9949 ﾅ or e-mail us at: dana@northwest-wedding-photos.com
Thanks.
Dana Kehr
ﾓA Brides Club Preferred Photographerﾔ
Northwest Wedding Photos
P.S. For your convenience, we now accept all major credit cards. Having a ﾓBrideﾒs Club Preferred Photographerﾔ at your wedding is easier than ever.
Posted by NORTHWEST WEDDING PHOTOS on January 26, 2007 at 11:08 AM
Come Visit Our New Showroom!!!
Come share in the excitement with us! American Party Place has moved into a new showroom! For those who are familiar with our previous location, not to worry, we just moved directly next door. Our new address is
4522 South Tacoma Way in Tacoma, Washington. The new showroom is bigger, brighter and better than ever. We'll be waiting for you!
Posted by AMERICAN PARTY PLACE / BUNCE on January 26, 2007 at 09:33 AM
January 25, 2007
www.cocktailsandcatering.com website
Please visit us at our temp website www.myspace.com/weddingpros for up to date information on catering and bartending services offered through Serenitea Catering. We are working on our official website to create a website to answer all your catering questions. Thank you for your patience, and we hope to talk to you soon on our affordable menu options and services for the upcoming wedding season.
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 25, 2007 at 10:14 PM
Laurel's Floral Decor
It was so great meeting all of you at the Bellevue Wedding Expo, January 20th and 21st! I tried to talk with as many people as I could. If you didn't get the chance to talk to me let me invite you to e-mail or phone me with any questions you may have. I still have some dates available in the coming months for Weddings or Special Events so please feel free to contact me any time! I would love to do your flowers for your Wedding! I pride myself on giving one on one attention to each Bride and Groom making sure that your Wedding is unique to you. That is why I only take one Wedding at a time to make sure that your Wedding will be the wedding you always dreamed of! I love doing Weddings and would love to do yours.
All of you who had a chance to go to the show, I hope you stopped by my booth to see my fresh spring theme this year! I am happy to announce that I won the Best Booth Award this year, which is an honor and a privelege. Thank you to the Vendors who voted for me! That was so kind of you! I loved having the chance to do a display again after leaving Molbaks some years back. Being a Visual Designer gives me the experience to make sure that your Wedding will be the best it can be! I diplay your arrangements with your Wedding Photos in mind making sure that your pictures turn out beautiful and memorable for one of the most Special Days in your Life!
Thank you all so much! I had so much fun at the show and it was so nice meeting you all! Please keep me in mind if your still looking for a Florist for your Special Day. Let me help to create the perfect Floral Designs for your Perfect Day! Love, Laurel Mitchell-Owner and Designer
Posted by LAUREL'S FLORAL DECOR on January 25, 2007 at 09:30 PM
Engagement Photos Make Wonderful Wedding Invites!
One of my couples is getting married in April, and we did their engagement photos recently.
We ran all around downtown for a while, and just had the best time! We also got to know each other and got some great photos.
They are using one for their wedding invitations.
This one is My Very Favorite!
See some of them at the link called "Natasha and Jason"
:)
Posted by CARA VINSON PHOTOGRAPHY on January 25, 2007 at 02:58 PM
Hawaii Weddings and Events welcomes Bridezillas
Why would one welcome the ever feared "Bridezilla" that has become a household word in the wedding planning world?
Personally, I think the simple translation would be "an overwhelmed or frazzled bride that just has a need that was not met."
They always say to only have one MAJOR life change at a time. When you think about it, not only are today's brides either full time students or working, they are often paying for the wedding themselves (which can bring on another stress), in the midst of changing jobs or moving and/or buying a new home.....it's no wonder they can get a little frazzled.
By understanding what the bride may be going through, you may learn how to better service your client. If you respond promptly to your bride and keep them informed if there will be some delays due to events, then they really are understanding and patient.
So, give me a bridezilla anyday......I love to see how they evolve from being a bit frazzled or not knowing where to turn, to a beautiful vibrant woman walking down the aisle and achieving her dreams.
Dianna K. Shitanishi, CPCE, CMP
Director of Special Events/Owner
Posted by HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS on January 25, 2007 at 04:07 AM
January 24, 2007
Diversity
No new news to report, but looking back on last year and ahead to 2007, I am struck by the diversity of weddings we have played at. Diversity of venues- large, small, indoor, outdoor, hotels, churches and other places of worship, parks, mansions, theatres, and halls of all kinds. Diversity of cultural and religious traditions- Catholic, Jewish, Baha'i, agnostic, Christian, Chinese, Korean, Persian, African, Irish, and many more that I am forgetting. The diversity in ceremonies is not as easy to categorize, but we have been happy to hear poetry and verses from diverse traditions, varied ceremonies and elements, a beautiful variety of clothing, and we have been honored to play music from a wide variety of faith traditions and music from around the world.
What these ceremonies all have in common is beauty. Love, and its expression in a wedding, is always beautiful. It touches the hearts of those present and leaves a lasting impression. If you are to be married this year, even in the midst of planning, decisions, and activity, please look ahead to your wedding day full of beauty and love.
Posted by ATRIEM on January 24, 2007 at 10:34 PM
By Request>
This question was sent by Darlene, in PA,
We went to a cake tasting last week, the cake pictures were nice that she showed us, but the cake didn't measure up, they are in the right price,the baker has called us several times,my question is what do I tell them as to why we can't use them? Any suggestions?
First of all, cake is one of the most important things of your wedding, because that is the final of the meal,
Sometimes cakes look beautiful in the pictres but the taste has to go with it, I will use myself on this one, as to how I handled this recently, someone came in with a great looking cake for us to try, Well when I bit in to it, well lets say, it was very bitter, So after a while no one said anything, so the answer was quite simple for us we said thank you for yor time, and we will let you know, So I sat down, wrote a Thank you card, thanking them for there time, and then explained it was not the type of cake that I was looking for my event, So then a few day's later she called, oh no what do I do, well, I told her the truth, that it was not very good, but was my take on it, So just bow out gracefully , just ssend a quick email or a card, and leave it at that, will be your best bet. Remember don't settle on the cake, there are great bakers who will work with you, or find a great cooking school, that can be a way of helping you stay in budget.
Posted by AN ULTIMATE AFFAIR on January 24, 2007 at 10:33 PM
By Request!!
As asked by Casandra...
When looking at a site,they told us it would hold up to 250 guests,but how can I be sure?It didn't really feel like it would?Please help?
Thanks Casandra,
Here is the first thing you do, ask to see the Use and Occupancy of the site also know as the U&O also this should be posted in the room of the location as well, This is should help you, if not you can also call your local clerk of the building inspectors, they will also have this on file as well.
Hope This helps you out, please let us know if you need further questions answered.
Posted by AN ULTIMATE AFFAIR on January 24, 2007 at 10:24 PM
The best wedding cake I have ever tasted!
The best wedding cake I have ever had!
I have made a career out of eating wedding cake, and by far the best I've tasted is from Celebrity Cake Studios at the historic Freighthouse Square in Downtown Tacoma. I have these guys make all my special event cakes, and would give them the highest recommendation for your wedding or special event. I had them make a cake resently to celebrate a birthday for a huge NFL Broncos fan, and was impressed with the design and taste of the cake they made for him. It was made of a champagne marble flavor, and the cake turned out great. People wanted seconds! So if you need someone to create a masterpiece for you for an event like wedding, or a just because, try them out, you won't be disappointed!
253-627-4773 Celebrity Cake Studios at Frieghthouse Square
Ask for Odette!
The crew at Serentiea Catering
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
253-212-8476
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 24, 2007 at 07:38 PM
Destinations around the world & experience too!
As a lifetime travel junkie, some of my favorite destinations are tropical. My recent trips include Beaches Turks and Caicos for fabulous scuba diving; a wonderful trip exploring Italy with my son; 2 weeks in Tahiti on the outer islands including Bora Bora, Tikehau, Tahaa and Manihi; a couple of days at each of the Sandals resorts on St Lucia and Antigua; a Caribbean cruise on the Mariner of the Seas and a week walking all over New York City.
In April Iﾒm headed to Washington D.C. and this summer plan to be back ﾓDown Underﾔ visiting Ayers Rock and the Northern Territories in Australia. On my last Aussie visit I was in Sydney, Melbourne, Kangaroo Island and Adelaide. On Christmas Eve we watched a turtle lay her eggs on Heron Island, then spent a few days sailing the Whitsundayﾒs and celebrated New Years Eve at Silky Oaks Lodge near Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. Australia is huge and has so much to see, it will take many more trips to see it all!
Other favorite destinations include Mexico, New Zealand, Greece, Belize, Costa Rica, Bali and Thailand. I havenﾒt been to Africa or Antarctica yet but Iﾒm working on it. So if you are planning a family vacation or honeymoon and want to work with a Destination Specialist, I hope youﾒll call me! Totem Travel has been in business since 1989 and we're one of the Puget Soundﾒs largest travel agencies.
Linda Martindell
Owner and Destination Specialist
Totem Travel
425 821-4100 or 800 321-7907
Posted by TOTEM TRAVEL on January 24, 2007 at 06:57 PM
Remember the Brady Bunch from TV?
We had so much fun recently when Eve Plum (yep, from the Bradys) came in for a body wrap before her performance. She's as cute as she was on TV years ago and a very nice lady. Whether you're a celebrity or just getting married, we'd love to treat you like an A-list celebrity too.
Posted by SUDDENLY SLIMMER SPA on January 24, 2007 at 01:36 PM
01-24-07 -- Been to a bridal show?
Then you know how confusing it is to visit all the booths, gather brochures and materials, and come home with a big shopping bag full of marketing materials.
Weﾒd like to make it easy for you.
Just visit our website at: www.northwest-wedding-photos.com and cut through all the clutter and pressure about who to select for your wedding photography and video coverage. With a single phone call to: (253)875-9949 or by sending an e-mail to: dana@northwest-wedding-photos.com you can schedule the best in the Northwest.
We want to help you create memories for a lifetime. Please, contact us today!
Dana
ﾓA Brides Club Preferred Photographerﾔ
P.S. For your convenience, we now accept all major credit cards. Having a ﾓBrideﾒs Club Preferred Photographerﾔ at your wedding is easier than ever.
Posted by NORTHWEST WEDDING PHOTOS on January 24, 2007 at 10:10 AM
Describing Styles of Photography
There are four different approaches that photographerﾒs use: Traditional, Photojournalistic, Illustrative and Creative. Read below for a description of each..
is any formal or informal portraits of the bridal party, family, and friends in close-up and full length, as well as candid photographs of key events at the wedding. Most brides choose this mixed version of photography for their wedding day.
Photojournalistic...
means no posed photographs - all pictures would be taken without any instruction from or awareness of the photographer.
Illustrative photography...
looks like the photos that you see on billboards, and magazines. This is set up like a commercial photography shoot; the photographer arranges every detail of the image.
Creative or Artistic photographer...
takes pictures from unique angles, lighting, etc. This type of photographer creates his or her artistic impression of your wedding day.
For myself, I tend to use a mixture of all these styles, focusing on the traditional style for group shots; which parents of the bride and groom like, but I will always look for ways to make it different. I.E. Creative. Then I blend the Creative style with the Photojournalist style for most others.
When meeting with photographers, view not only a portfolio of a mixture of weddings, also ask to view an album of a full wedding. Make certain the photos were from current weddings and that he/she was the photographer. (Larger companies and even some smaller ones may have multiple photographers that shoot for them, or even sales representatives that meet with you.)
While looking at the photographs ask yourself these questions about style:
Are the posed photographs well lit and pleasantly arranged?
Do the candid photos show emotion?
Do the illustrative photos have a focus point or convey a meaning of romance?
Are these the type of photos that I would want taken at my wedding?
If any of the photos do not please you, ask the photographer why the picture is this way or that. For example: One particular Bride asked me in the interview process, why I bothered to take a photo of a hairspray can in a window. It does seem odd for someone not intimate with that particular wedding. But it just so happened that when the Bride and her Bridesmaids were getting ready, the nozzle broke off and began spraying everywhere non stop. They all thought this was quite funny. So to an outsider it meant nothing. To the Bride, however, it painted a smile across her face as it made her remember her day.
So.. Will your photographer film details that may mean nothing else to anyone, but mean everything to you?
If you are viewing their portfolio most photos should be pleasing, free of distraction, and convey emotion.
Interviewing a photographer should almost always be done in person. If you will be traveling to another state for your wedding or a photographer is flying in to you, you should view an online gallery that consists of their resent wedding work and a full wedding, as well as talk to them over the phone. Most brides interview at least three different photographers before deciding on one they enjoy, and like the style of. Expect to invest 10% or more of your wedding budget on a professional photographer.
Posted by BC PHOTO on January 24, 2007 at 09:25 AM
January 23, 2007
Indulging your sweet tooth!
One of my favorite things to make with or without rum is Bananas Fosters. It's such a versital dish. I like to make fudge truffle brownies covered in a mix of caramel sauce, cinnamon, and sliced fan stirred banana slices, and when I have an ice cream craving, we make Banana Fosters over real vanilla ice cream. It's yummy :) It's fast, and easy to make. So next time you have a sweet tooth, and don't know what to eat to tame the sugar beast, try this dish!
Serenitea Catering
Page 62 in the Bridesclub Magazine
253-212-8476
northwestbartender@yahoo.com
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 23, 2007 at 11:22 PM
Brand New Invitation Options
Are you looking for photo invitations?
Are you planning a small ceremony, and need a very small quantity of invitations?
Are you looking for a classy, sophisticated-looking invitation?
Are you planning to print your own invitations?
If you answered "yes" to any of the questions above, then we have a brand new album specific for you.
Stylart's Elegant Reflections offers photo invitations for every kind of couple and every kind of ceremony. I was amazed to see the photo-lined envelopes and the photo envelope seals they offer to coordinate with your invitation.
Carlson Craft has just released a brand new album I expect to receive before the end of the week. The album is specifically designed for couples planning small weddings, who may only need a few invitations. I can't wait to see the selections and pricing! If you're planning to print your own invitations because you want to save some money, you might want to wait and check out this new collection first.
Finally, we know a lot of you are planning to print your own invitations. And we know many of you are looking to save money. So, before going out to the popular paper retailers, and paying regular retail prices for your paper, do yourself a favor and talk to us. Did you know we can purchase any invitation shown in our albums as blank stock? Did you know our McPherson's album offers blank invitation kits designed for do-it-yourself printing? Did you know we can purchase a lot of different types of specialty paper at wholesale prices? And did you know that we pass our discounts on to you?
While we think our album collections include invitations for every budget, we respect your decision to save on your wedding costs where it makes the most sense to you. And we're pleased to help, so contact us with your invitation ideas.
Posted by GETTING PERSONAL IMPRINTING on January 23, 2007 at 10:31 PM
Frustrated after the Bridal Show?
If youﾒve just attended a bridal show, chances are -- you were swamped with materials and offers from the many competing photographers and videographers. In fact, you probably have a bag full of flyers and offers and proposals --
There are usually so many of us at the shows, that by the time the day is over ﾖ you canﾒt remember one from another. Itﾒs all very confusing ﾖ and frustrating -- trying to make the right choice.
So ﾖ what weﾒd like to suggest is this. Forget what you saw and heard about the competing claims, and just visit our website at:
www.northwest-wedding-photos.com
No stress. No hassle. No pressure from photographers and videographers calling you after the show to get your money. No guilt trips. No smarmy personalities.
Just a straightforward little website with informative articles, beautiful wedding photos that you can view at your leisure and then make a decision on your own timetable ﾖ not forced into it by some high-pressure sales schmuck telling you to ﾓbuy nowﾔ!
Just relax. Visit us on-line ﾅ and when you are ready ﾖ please contact us at: dana@northwest-wedding-photos.com or call (253)875-9949.
We want to be your wedding photographers.
Thanks!
Dana Kehr
ﾓA Brideﾒs Club Preferred Photographerﾔ
www.northwest-wedding-photos.com
P.S. Don't forget. We offer a FREE wedding engagement photo session and
a large-size matted and framed print to all our wedding couples.
Posted by NORTHWEST WEDDING PHOTOS on January 23, 2007 at 06:20 PM
Kids are Guests Too.
Great music, gourmet menus, candle light & cocktails... we put so much effort into seeing to our wedding guests' comfort. It makes the big day memorable for everyone. While we take time to cater to our peers, we often forget the littlest party-goers.
If you are hosting an all-inclusive event, be sure you take time to make it family friendly. Serve some kid-hit foods (like, pigs in a blanket, apple dippers, and pastas) and provide them with age appropriate activities. Moms & dads will appreciate your thoughtfulness even more than the kids.
Some ideas:
Big Budget:
-hire a balloon artist or face painter
-rent or purchase puppets & a theater and let the tots produce their own show
-rent an inflatable bounce toy or a ball bin (they are now made in various sizes, and can fit indoor venues)
-create an ice cream/soda counter (dispense a limited amount of tickets, to keep little ones from eating themselves into a tummy ache)
-bring in a dress-up chest of fancy clothes, so kids can play at wedding (or fireman, or super hero, or princess)
Small Budget:
-reserve a table or tables for crayons, washable markers, pads of paper, legos & tinkertoys
-for an outdoor venue: fill a small wading pool with sand, buckets, shovels and dump truck toys
-get inexpensive craft kits so children can make their own wedding favors(have a highschool-age friend oversee this)
Lastly, provide ammenities for infants & toddlers. High chairs, and a place for the itty bitty ones to crash are thoughtful touches. Rent or borrow a couple of port-a-cribs, and station them in a quiet corner (or a seperate room with a monitor). This consideration will let moms & dads stay past early baby bedtimes, or having to bow out because it's tiny-tot nap time.
resourses:
www.orientaltrading.com
www.parents.com
www.kidscraftweekly.com
Posted by A GREATER PLAN; WEDDINGS & EVENTS CONSULTING on January 23, 2007 at 04:11 PM
Itailian! Japanese! Southern Home cooking! plus a chocolate fountain
Serenitea Catering is open to creating any type of menu. We specialize in the $15 a person buffet style. Our chefs are a blend of many cultures and it is reflected in the dishes we prepare.
Our Italian Buffet menu is one of our most popular catering choices. We want your guests to be well fed and entertained at your event, leave all the dirty to us. :)
Email us at northwestbartender@yahoo.com or call us any time at 253-212-8476 and set up a face to face interview and taste testing.
All our catering packages include the use of a chocolate fountain for FREE!
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
Teresa Flanders Potter
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 23, 2007 at 03:26 PM
IT WAS OUR PLEASURE!
Wow, what a spectacular Wedding Show!
It was our pleasure to provide informative information to you brides we spoke with at the Bellevue Wedding Show. Glen and I got to meet so many wonderful brides - friends and family members.
This up-coming weekend we will be at the Lynnwood Convention Centerﾒs Wedding Show. We are looking forward to another fantastic show. Stop by our booth ﾖ we are also great wedding planners!
We are a full-service wedding photography studio, so we offer many of today's most popular types of coverageﾒs as your one-stop resource for creating digital memories of your upcoming wedding.
We would love to talk with you. Please call us at: (425) 355-1415 and tell us about your wedding daydreams and how we can help you fulfill them. You could also email me at colleen@luminaphotography.com.
And, for more information about Lumina Weddings, we encourage you to visit our website at www.luminaweddings.com.
ﾓThe Best Memories are Never Posedﾔ
Colleen
Wedding Coordinator
Lumina Photography
425-335-1415
Colleen@LuminaPhotography.com
Posted by LUMINA WEDDINGS on January 23, 2007 at 12:10 PM
CELEBRATE YOUR BRIDAL SHOWER WITH A PASSION PARTY!
Having a Passion Party is a great way to celebrate a bridal shower/bachelorette party! Youﾒll giggle, youﾒll learn and best of all ﾖ weﾒll show you ways to spice up your love life. Plus, youﾒre eligible for hostess-only specials and free products. I can find a consultant for you anywhere in the U.S. and Canada. But donﾒt waitﾅcall your maid-of-honor and have her book a party right away! Passion Parties are also great for any reason to get the girls together for some fun!
Want even more? Find out how your very own Passion Parties business can help you earn the financial independence, recognition and schedule youﾒve been dreaming of. Visit www.4passiondivas.com for details.
Jeannette Gibbs
Independent Consultant
Passion Parties By J
(808) 349-2336
www.4passiondivas.com
passionpartiesbyj@yahoo.com
Posted by PASSION PARTIES - JEANNETTE GIBBS on January 23, 2007 at 12:39 AM
January 22, 2007
Tips from a Vendor on How to Get the Most from Attending a Bridal Show.
As a wedding photographer I have put in many hours at bridal fairs and trade shows. I would like to offer a few words of friendly advice that will make visiting these events more successful for brides everywhere. 1. Decide what services/products you need.
If you donﾒt have a check list of ﾓto doﾔ items, please make one. Planning a wedding is very time sensitive and many of these list items need to be taken care ASAP. Booking a photographer is one of them. Most photographers, me included, book their weddings about 9-12 months ahead of time. If you donﾒt have a photographer and youﾒre wedding is in June you might want to put this at the top of your list. If youﾒre wedding in is March you should be panicking.
2. Where possible get a list of the different vendors attending and do your homework ahead of time.
Use the website from each bridal show to get a listing of all of their vendors. Bridesclub.com does a great job. It might save you a lot of time and money if you visit the site of these vendors prior to the show. As an informed consumer, you now have the upper hand and you will be more satisfied with your choices. Itﾒs also a good idea to write down a few questions to ask. This will help you compare the different products and services. Donﾒt be surprised if comparison shopping is difficult, each vendor will have their own pricing, style, and way of doing business. You should ask questions that help you establish why that particular business is right for YOU.
3. Print out labels to use for entering contests and give-a-ways.
Many vendors will offer a prize as a way of attracting you to visit their booth. To avoid hand cramping, I suggest pre-printed labels. Make sure they include your name, phone, email and wedding date. Simply stick your label on the entry form, cross your fingers, and pray that you win.
4. Get there early. Bring good shoes and a game plan.
These types of events always have long lines, and if you want to get the most out of the experience, be prepared to invest some time with each vendor before you invest your money. Youﾒre game plan should include who you want to see first, second and so on. Itﾒs okay to re-visit a vendor you like, or skip one you are not interested in. Take notes and gather information. Ask questions youﾒve prepared to help you do a side by side comparison. Try to get a feel for how they do business, and if they say something that interests you, take notes so you will remember later on. Donﾒt forget to grab a brochure.
5. Bring the guy!
It never hurts to have your fianc￩ around, but try to make planning the wedding fun for him too. If he doesnﾒt have his tux yet, let him spend some time looking at tuxes, and even if you have a caterer and confectioner, donﾒt skip these booths when they will offer your sweetie a taste! After heﾒs spent a long afternoon doing what you want to do, take him out for dinner as a ﾓThank you for coming even though I know it was the last thing you wanted to do today.ﾔ
6. Donﾒt feel rushed, spend time talking to the vendors.
A lot of people come to bridal show unsure what they need or where to get it, so they wander around trying to look unapproachable so no one sells them something they donﾒt want. Truth is, they do want what the vendors are offering, and they are just too scared to ask! They then leave the bridal show and wonder why it wasnﾒt very helpful. Whatﾒs the worst that could happen? You might find a vendor you didnﾒt know about that has exactly what you have been looking for. Remember youﾒre in control. We are asking for you business, not the other way around.
7. Bring your check book.
If you stuck to your plan and asked all of your questions, odds are that before you leave the bridal show, you will have a pretty good idea of what you want. So, what are you waiting for? Be prepared to pay deposits and sign contracts. Then walk to your car with a smile on your face, because you just set in motion the happiest day of your life!
Posted by IRENE JONES PHOTOGRAPHY on January 22, 2007 at 04:27 PM
Words of wisdom for those taking the plundge
Words of wisdom for those taking the plundge
With the passing of close family member, it's never to early to think about your financial future. You have already chosen to be with this person for as long as you possibly can, investing into your future with Life Insurance is a long term, loving way to tell those that you care for that even after you pass, that they will be taken well care of. Being in your twenties, and early thirties, the amount you pay for coffee would most likely be more than an investment that could one day cover that dream home, funeral expenses, and long term care for your children and future children. I really don't want this to sound like a corny sales pitch, but thinking about these things now, is better than getting crippled financially later when it comes to taking care of the people in your life.
Our personal recommendation, he takes care of our businesses so we can take care of everything else.
Steven Frank - Farmers Insurance
Office, behind the Uhaul in Spanaway Washington on Pacific Ave
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 22, 2007 at 04:21 PM
Need a list of my prices?
Prices are going to have a range depending on the flower and the size, but I do have a average price rang that most of the flowers will fall into. If you would like to see my price rang e-mail me and send it to you or you can check out my website.
Posted by PURPLE ROSE CREATIONS INC on January 22, 2007 at 03:40 PM
Free Wedding Photography Package
Iﾒm offering a FREE wedding photography package to one lucky couple! Iﾒve heard of a couple other people doing contests like this, and thought I would do one too!
No real purpose or reason other than to have fun, meet some new people and do something cool :-)
Check out the details here.
Posted by JOHNMARK PHOTOGRAPHY on January 22, 2007 at 02:57 PM
John Mitchell, Seattle Wedding Photographer
Welcome to JohnMark Photography! View my website here: Seattle Wedding Photographer
Posted by JOHNMARK PHOTOGRAPHY on January 22, 2007 at 02:56 PM
Starlite Designs by Loretta- Gift Registry for Weddings and Bridal Showers
Hello!
Looking for a Gift Registry? I'm and independant Desing Consultant with Taste of Home Entertaining here to help you with just that!
If you are looking for a fun & easy way to have a gift registry for your wedding OR Bridal Shower- Taste of Home Entertaining is for YOU!
I'd Love to help you on the road to furnishing your home and ensuring that your freinds and family know just what you want to start your new life!
The very BEST part about my service is that there is NO FEE! Isn't that great? I'm here to make your wedding gift registry easy and hassle free. Some of my clients even decide to start a career just like me in decorating and entertaining!
visit my webiste to see the products Taste of Home Entertaining provides. We have a great partnership with RACHEL RAY and exclusivly designed products by Mario BATALI !
I look forward to helping you, contact me anytime!
Blessings~
Loretta A. Brock
Independant Senior Consultant
253) 332-4372
http://www.loretta.tohe.com
Posted by STARLITE DESIGNS BY LORETTA on January 22, 2007 at 02:28 PM
Professional Wedding Consultation
Mane Eventﾒs founder and Senior Consultant, Virginia K. Lionberger, is a European trained artist bringing her distinctive, international flare to all our events. Because of her background Virginia has provided distinctive, creative and tasteful solutions to every event she has planned since the 70ﾒs. Her selections of food, lighting, textures, colors and floral arrangements all converge to make every aspect of your wedding a work of art ﾗ perfection in detail and execution. Bring your wedding specifications into the Mane Event studio and enjoy the creative process as itﾒs applied to your event. The results will be a masterpiece!
Mane Event also offers "Day Of" Management services.
Our Charge: To hear our clientsﾒ goals/expectations and to produce events that surpass them. Hosts and guests alike will lavish in the special attention given to their Mane Event designed occasion. We're not satisfied until each and every client is absolutely delighted.
Our Promise: To make the planning process as enjoyable as the event itselfﾅ realizing our motto ﾗ Mane Event: Built by Friends Building Friendships.
Posted by MANE EVENT on January 22, 2007 at 01:54 PM
Email Technical Difficulties / 10% Discouont
Hello!
We (Creative Entertainment) have been experiencing email problems between Bridesclub.com email server and Creative Entertainment's email server.
If you tried to respond to my emails or tried to contact us via Bridesclub.com email, they were never received.
If this is the case, and you are still in search of the 'perfect' entertainment for your Wedding Reception, please try again!
We are offering a 10% discount when you book your wedding reception entertainment with us.
Looking forward to hearing from you - our apoligies for any inconvenience our email woes have caused you.
Warm Regards,
Irene
www.CreativeEntertainment.net
CreativeEnt86@aol.com
Posted by on January 22, 2007 at 12:18 PM
15% off any DJ package the month of January
We are offering a New Years Special during the month of January. All you have to do is book before the end of January and the saving will be worth it! www.interactivedj.com
Posted by INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT, INC. on January 22, 2007 at 11:09 AM
January 21, 2007
Summer weekends booking up fast!
The Tacoma Wedding Expo just happened, and already people are booking up Summer weekends to cash in on these great deals.
Monday and Tuesday, February 26th and 27th are booked.
Saturday, April 21, 2007 is booked for Bartending.
Saturday, May 26, 2007 is booked for Bartending.
June 1st through the 10th, and Saturday the 23rd are already booked for the 2007 wedding season for Bartending and Catering.
If you have your event in the summer months, it's always a good idea to book early to make sure you can get these great prices for your event!
Keep checking in on our blogs, as we will be updating any additions as well as cancelations :)
Teresa Flanders Potter
253-212-8476
northwestbartender@yahoo.com
cocktailsnorthwest@yahoo.com
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
www.cocktailsandcatering.com Coming soon!
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 21, 2007 at 10:47 PM
Where are you located?
We have our main office in Tacoma, but work out of commercial kitchens all over Washington, this keeps the food the freshest, and easily transported to your event location. So whether you are in Tacoma, Seattle, or any other location in Washington, let Serenitea Catering cook up something special for you!
Teresa Flanders Potter
253-212-8476
northwestbartender@yahoo.com
www.myspace.com/weddingpros
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 21, 2007 at 01:55 PM
Taste testing and face to face interview
Hello,
If you're interested in getting a taste of what's to come for your special event or wedding, call me at 253-212-8476 and we can schedule for a face to face meeting where we can go over menu options as well as bar services. I like to meet up at Starbucks on Sundays, Mondays, or Tuesdays. Fridays and Saturdays are pretty busy for us!
email us at northwestbartender@yahoo.com or cocktailsnorthwest@yahoo.com for more information, and we will get back to you ASAP!
Teresa Flanders Potter
Posted by A FREE BAR SERVICE AND CHOCOLATE SERENITEA CATERIN on January 21, 2007 at 01:53 PM
January 20, 2007
NACE Special Event Cards are here - VENDOR DISCOUNTS!
WHAT IS THE NACE SPECIAL EVENT CARD?
The silver card which sells for $50 each is a fundraiser for the Honolulu Chapter of the National Association of Catering Executives (NACE) which is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote fellowship, education and professionalism in the catering industry. Proceeds from the sale of the card is for continuing education opportunities for our NACE members (which in turn allows us to better service you), scholarships for students pursuing careers in catering and community service projects (in 2005 our chapter provided a donation of $2400 to Hurricane Katrina).
WHY SHOULD I BUY A NACE SPECIAL EVENT CARD? ACTUALLY, THE QUESTION SHOULD BE WHY NOT? Depending on the number of vendor services you utilize, the card not only pays for itself but could potentially save you a lot more! Ohe added bonus is that you are not only helping a great cause, but you can be assured that you are dealing with professional vendors for your most special occasion.
HOW CAN I BUY A NACE SPECIAL EVENT CARD?
All NACE members have a supply of cards, or if you prefer to pay via credit card you may buy on-line at http://www.nacehawaii.com/special_event_card.html. We are continually updating our offerings, so we do ask for your e-mail address so we can keep you informed of new offers, or you may visit the website to see current offerings.
WHAT IS THE EXPIRATION DATE OF THE CARD AND IS IT TRANSFERABLE?
The silver card expires March 31, 2008. With each reprint, we will change the color of the card to make it easily identifiable from year to year.
Cards are non-transferable and a master list of names and card numbers are provided to NACE members for verification purposes.
Please see http://www.nacehawaii.com/special_event_card.html for full details, booking guidelines and current offerings which are continually updated.
Honolulu Chapter of the National Association of Catering Executives - http://nacehawaii.com
Posted by HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS on January 20, 2007 at 10:46 PM
JAZZ UNLIMITED BAND
The Very Best in
"LIVE "
Music & Entertainment
Planning a WEDDING or SPECIAL PARTY
in year 2007 ?
HELLO,
My name is Duane Wright from the Jazz Unlimited Band.
I know that you are very busy planning for your wedding.
I am getting a lot of e-mails and phone calls from Brides
about prices. Some Brides would like to have Live
Music at their weddings, but feel that it is just
too expensive. They are surprised when we tell
them our prices, and how Live Music can often make
the difference in making the wedding reception a success.
Brides are surprised to find out that our popular
"LIVE MUSIC" is competitive with Disk Jockey Prices,
with prices starting AT $550.00 for "LIVE MUSIC".
Also, by offering different size bands, We can save
you a lot of money. We offer Duo's, Trio's and Quartets,
plus our wonderful lead female vocalist. Just the right
size band that will be perfect for your wedding and
budget.
Our music is only performed by Jazz Unlimited musicians,
assuring you that our popular sound and musical
arrangements will be there for you on your special day
with a quality performance.
THE JAZZ UNLIMITED BAND recommends that you
reserve the JAZZ UNLIMITED BAND for your special
day as soon as possible. The band is currently
booking many weddings and parties throughout the year
2007, and many popular dates are already being reserved.
WE WILL perfrom "LIVE MUSIC THAT IS perfect for your
WEDDING CEREMONY, COCKTAIL HOUR & RECEPTION.
Please contact:
Duane Wright, JAZZ UNLIMITED BAND
Call Toll Free 1-866-337-2111
E-Mail duane.janw@verizon.net
Posted by JAZZ UNLIMITED BAND on January 20, 2007 at 10:16 PM
Frequently Asked Questions about Irene Jones Photography
1. Is a deposit required? When is it due?
There is a $500.00 non refundable deposit for booking a wedding with Irene Jones Photography. This deposit is due at time of signing the photography contract and no date will be held until deposit has been paid. Portrait sessions do not require a deposit, but the session fee must be paid at time of service. All other products and services must be paid in full prior to delivery.
2. Are their payment plans?
Yes! Payment plans are available for any type of wedding or portrait session. Each payment plan is based on a monthly fee agreed upon by you and Irene Jones. There is no fee for choosing a payment plan, but any and all late payments will be charged 10% monthly compounding interest. You will not receive any purchased items or print orders until your account has been paid in full. Payments can be made by check, cash, money order or credit card.
3. Why do I need to sign a contract to hold my wedding date?
The photography contract is designed to help you understand the business practices of Irene Jones Photography. The terms and conditions are generalized and designed to fit the needs of most wedding clients. Irene Jones Photography understands that not all terms and conditions may apply to your specific needs. Our goal is simply to make sure that you are a well informed customer and that you know your rights.
4. How are travel fees calculated?
Travel fees are based primarily on mileage. No travel fees are assessed if your event or desired portrait location is within King or Snohomish Counties. Beyond that, a charge of $0.41 per mile will accrue. If the location is farther then 100 miles from Lake Stevens, Washington (home of Irene Jones Photography) an additional fee of $250.00 per night per person will be included.
5. Do you match competitorﾒs prices?
This is done on a case by case basis. Please contact Irene Jones with information about the package you were offered to receive your personalized quote.
6. Is there a discount for ordering large quantities of prints?
Yes, bulk discounts are given when an image or custom card/announcement has quantities over 100. For example: a 4x6 is regularly priced at $7.00 each. If you purchase 100 4x6ﾒs of the same