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Ignore this post, it was asking for help remembering a website but I found new ones below.

blush64 — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:17:56 +0000

I was asking for help finding a website BUT I looked several posts below and there are lots of suggestions so, I'll just go there. Maybe someday I'll remember the other.

wedding deals

orlykahn — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 01:01:42 +0000

Hi Ladies

this week KOSHERCOUPONS.CA is having a wedding week starting on monday. Every day there will be an amazing wedding deal. There will be one for photography, invites, makeup etc...

Photos after the wedding/Thank you cards

CaylaSummer — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 21:26:04 +0000

Hi ladies,

So it's been 2 months since my wedding and i have yet to receive my photos from my photographer. Is this time frame normal?

As well I wanted to include a photo of us in our thank you cards but since I don't have any good pics from the wedding then I can't send them out. I have already ordered my thank you cards which has a spot for the photo to go.

I know I'm supposed to send my thank you card within a reasonable time and I feel really rude now that's it's been 2 months and I have not send them out yet.

I can get them done quickly so no issue with that but waiting for the photos for 8 weeks now seems rather long.

Thoughts?

DJ is costing a lot more than I thought, Need opinions please..

blush64 — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 23:15:13 +0000

I know we'll all have different ideas of what is too much but this just seems off to me.

I am getting married in February. (Way off-season)
I am having a small wedding of 100 people and the room in which we'll be is small as well.

The prices for the pacgages I was quoted were $1350 plus tax for the basic DJ no lighting at all. (other than the overhead hall lights)
$2500 plus tax for DJ and an MC and lighting(intelligent lighting for dancing and up lighting for atmosphere)....it got way higher from there.

I talked to them about my expectations and where I would like the cost to be. The lowest they would go is $1650 incl tax. One DJ, Intelligent lighting-which is for dancing. (no up-lighting).

Does this sound reasonable? Is this a 'normal' price for the GTA. (hall is in Woodbridge)

If we don't use them the cost is over $500 more. When I was researching the hall I was misinformed as to how much they charged but it's too late now. (Plus I love the hall!)

Printing Invitations

SNTJ2012 — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 21:16:35 +0000

Hi ladies,

We are thinking of buying BRIDES brand invitation sets from Michael's and typing out invitations up and bringing them to Kinkos for printing (this would include printing of the rsvp, and directions insert cards). I was all excited about this idea because I though it was a good way for cut $ corners...But when I share the idea with another bride-to-be she said Kinkos may not print non-standard paper sizes. When I called Kinkos (mind you I spoke with someone that did not sound too sure about what he was saying) he told me that it was less than 10 cents per sheet for printing and they do print invitations from boxed sets.

Does anyone know for sure or has anyone used a particular printer to print invitations in this way?

50% and 40% Coupons off 1 Item @ Michaels

Jewel224 — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:07:25 +0000

Hi everyone,

50% and 40% off Michaels coupons for one single item! So that's a couple of DIY invitation kits for you DYI-er brides! It's good from October 6th to October 10th!

Here's the link: http://michaels.p.delivery.net/m/p/mich/cpn/coupon.asp?mid=1104385888&cid=13529525610&version=CAN1006853

$76 Engagement Photo Deal with Luxe Studios

Jewel224 — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 02:38:54 +0000

Hi ladies,

Here's the deal of the day - $76 for 1-hour Engagement Photo session and you'll also receive one 8x10 print (with a 10% discount on additional prints), a 30-50 high-res and edited picture CD/DVD, and online gallery.

Check out the link:
http://www.wagjag.com/?w=40567&utm_source=bm23&utm_medium=email&utm_term=View+this+Deal&utm_content=Engagement+or+Couple%27s+Photo+Session&utm_campaign=Multi+-+LUXE+Studio+%2F+Our+Kids+Expo+%2F+Brampton+Batallion+%2F+Polar+Air+-+Oct+3+2011

Open vs Consumption Bar

SNTJ2012 — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 02:04:36 +0000

We are having about 100 guests at our wedding next summer (only about 50% of our guests will dringk alcohol).

Cocktail hour will start at 5:30pm. Guests will be seated for dinner in main hall at 6:30pm and the bar will close at 11:30pm with the party wrapping up at 12:00am. The bar will be closed for 1.5 hours during dinner (& only wine and water will be served during this time). The open bar cost is $35 per head. If we do consumption bar drinks will run from $2 (for bottled water) - $6 for a mixed drink or imported beer.

We are really trying to save money where possible...do you think we are better off paying $3500 for open bar for out 100 guests or do you think we will end up paying less if we do consumption bar?

Does anyone have a direct experience with this from their wedding?

Gardiner Museum

slytherina — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 14:46:08 +0000

We love the space (and the food!) at the Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art for our ceremony and reception. Just wondering if anyone here has had their wedding or been to a wedding there, and what your experience was like. Thanks!

A venue I never thought I would love - but I do!

hendersonsarah — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:15:34 +0000

Hi Ladies!
I wanted to share some potentially exciting news - I think we may have found our perfect venue!!! I was convincing myself that I didn't want to get married in a Banquet Hall and then my parents (who live out of town) suggested to look at a venue that is near a hotel. We came across Toscana which is affiliated with the Hilton Hotel in Vaughan (hwy 400 & hwy 7). After seeing other venues, this just seemed like a perfect fit. And I couldn't believe it! Ever since becoming engaged I have been telling people that I didn't want that "typical" venue....but it is not only convenient for both of our families (who many will be coming from out of town) but it is beautiful...
My parents are coming to look at it this week and as long as everything goes according to plan, we will be booking!!!!
*** If any of you have reviews on the facility, please let me know! ***

Help! Questions to ask potential venue

hendersonsarah — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 22:11:03 +0000

Hi Ladies!

I thought I had saved a list of questions to ask a potential wedding venue but now can't seem to find it!!! We are looking at 2 venues tomorrow (Saturday). Our venue will have both the ceremony and the location.

I know there was an adequate list of some sort on here but can't find that either.

Help!!

please help with my DIY invitations

agnes16 — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 18:00:51 +0000

I have read a few forum posts here and saw some great sites on where to purchase card stock and other invitation related items. I was thinking of trying to save some money and doing the invitations myself. I would like to have a pocket invite and order some card stock from a supplier within the GTA that will allow me to actually go in and look at their supply. I'm a bit nervous ordering online without having actually seen the product as I don't know if it will be the exact shade or shine I expect. And I know I can order samples but I also don't want to spend a lot of money reordering several samples. I am even open to buying an invitation kit (I already saw the ones from Micheal's and I don't really like them). My plan was: buy card stock, pocket folds, and envelopes and get them printed either at home (not sure if the quality will be great) or at Kinko's

So please let me know where I can find:
1) Place within the GTA that sells cheap card stock
2) Place within the GTA that sells cheap pocket fold cards
3) Place within the GTA where I can get invitation kits.
4) Place to print my invites

I found my wedding doppelgänger!

petite+engineer — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 01:23:18 +0000

I was looking through photographers' web sites, and was stunned to find a wedding twin.

This is just too creepy a coincidence:

- same church, which only hosts around 5 weddings/year

- same venue, and exact same room in the venue

- same shoes!

- same cake from the same store

- same favours, from the same bakery (the sticker was on the package)

- same brand of bridesmaid dresses (different colour)

I guess I'm not as unique in my planning as I thought.

Event seeking

laryl — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 12:10:07 +0000

My name is Laryl. I represent Fantasy Farm Banquet Hall & Event Centre and it would be our pleasure to host an event for you.Our venue is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Toronto, just minutes from Yonge and Bloor, with convenient access via the Don Valley Parkway. Fantasy Farm is surrounded by acres of protected green-space, and year round natural beauty. Whatever time of year you are looking at for your function, Fantasy Farm has something to offer. Weather it's a stroll through our beautiful private gardens in the summer, or the changing autumn leaves, or the frozen beauty of a winter wonderland, the natural beauty of our setting will take your breath away.Here at Fantasy Farm Banquet Hall and Event Centre, we specialize in functions of all types. From weddings and engagements, to baptisms and baby showers, staff parties and fundraising events, and everything in between. Let our team of in house caterers and event specialists take the worry and fuss out of your special day, so that you can enjoy the company of your friends and co-workers in one of our two large banquet rooms.It would be my pleasure to offer you a complimentary site tour and quotation for your event. Please feel free to contact either myself or one of my event specialists, and we will set up a site tour and quotation at your earliest convenience. Warm Regards.Laryl For site tours and quotations call: 416-996-3214or email: l-monette@live.cawww.fantasyfarm.ca

Engagement Photoshoot Locations: Field with tall grass near something urban? (uptown)

mrsbruff2b — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:25:56 +0000

We're doing our engagement shoot late September. (Fingers crossed for non-freezing weather!!) sometime in the evening.

We'd like to look for a place to take shots in a tall grassy field (I'm thinking somewhere north of HWY 7?). It should also be near somewhere grungy/urban-y for a more "edgy" version of the shoot a little later.

Anyone have ideas on locations in the Richmond Hill or Markham area?

Looking for this....

DianneTO — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 03:51:58 +0000

Hi,
I posted this on the DIY board as well but I am hoping to find a place in Toronto to find this. I want to find the "jewels" at the bottom of this vase. Is that what they are even called? We like this idea but we were hoping to make them ourselves by buying the vase and "jewels" separate and putting it together.
Any ideas on where to buy these?
Thanks :)

Veil HELP

MS_TAKEN — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 13:43:51 +0000

Hey Bridies,

I'm seriously beginning to think that I'm NEVER going to find a nice, inexpensive hair flower and veil...

If you know of any place, please feel free to share where it is, I'm ready to rip out my hair!

"Retiring!"

Littlin — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 22:10:00 +0000

Hi Ladies,
I am passing the mod torch on. I've been the mod for over a year, and find myself frequenting the boards less, and so want to switch it up to keep the chatter and advice continuing.
Jewel224 will be taking over for me sometime in the next week or so. I know that she will do a great job. She has already helped a lot of people with the wedding deals of the day, and given great advice.
I will still visit the boards from time to time and post, so I won't be gone forever! I really appreciate all the help I was given when I was getting married from everyone, and all the congratulations. Happy planning to all the future brides!
Kathleen

$59 for 3 Bridesmaid Bouquets & 6 Bouttonniers

Jewel224 — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 12:50:40 +0000

Hi ladies,

Here's a deal for flowers - see the link: http://dealivery.ca/en/deal/wantit/60889/three-bridesmaids-bouquets-six-boutonnieres-elegant-baskets-value.html

Enjoy!

White candle lantern for decoration

jcyli — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:38:35 +0000

Does anyone know where I can get cheap decorative lantern (those ones which you can put a candle in it) for centerpiece decoration purpose?

Wedding deal site

orlykahn — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 21:37:59 +0000

week of october 10th this site will feature only wedding deals and a portion of the proceeds will be going to a great cause - for brides who can't afford their dream weddings - read about it and check it out october 10th!!

http://www.koshercoupons.ca/deal/wedding-week-is-coming-october-10th-14th-2011/

photographer

shaunaceyh — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:22:31 +0000

I'm finally starting to get to some of my wedding "to dos" which is good since we are getting married June 1, 2012.
Met with our photographers tonight http://www.millerellis.com/ (they're in Barrie but are travelling to Woodbridge for our wedding)
and I have to say I'm soooooooooooooooooooooo excited!!! Seriously, they are amazing! They are both (two women) so fun and their prices are pretty reasonable and they have the most creative ideas!!
Just wanted to share in my excitement!!!

another "have you heard of...." Video/photographers

agnes16 — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 17:13:09 +0000

Apologies for yet another 'have you heard of....' but I have narrowed down my videographer choices down to two and would like to know if anyone has had any experience working with them:

With Love Wedding Photography and Videography or Treasured Moments Production. Both offer video within our budget and offer same day edits. With Love also has photography services which I like becuase it means they are familiar with working with each other and I won't have to search for photographers. So any reviews?

Camaro rental for wedding

ValSmitty — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:31:52 +0000

I would LOVE to rent a 1969 Camaro for my husband-to-be to drive from the ceremony to the reception.
All I can find for rentals are new Camaros (which are really nice, but not the classic car that has his heart).
Also, I am aware of the fact that these cars are typically owned by collectors and they are not always willing to rent them out.
Any advice would be great. Thanks!!!
Toronto, ON. Canada

For Jewel224

Littlin — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 10:19:34 +0000

YGPM! :)

$99 flower package Toronto - Dealticker

gammaykella — Tue, 24 May 2011 03:42:18 +0000

http://onespout.com/go/deal/161409

I'm thinking of getting this. The company website has some great pics of their previous work. Extra charge for different flower colours, delivery.

Sweet table - where to get the "sweets"?

ahmuf207 — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 06:40:04 +0000

I am planning to have a sweet table at my wedding reception - the cakes wil be done by the catering company but then at the same time I want to put different types of candies and chocolates on the table as well .
Since my theme colour is turquoise and brown, I want to find candies that match those colors.
What's the best place to shop for bulk purchase of candies in Toronto other than Bulk Barn? I found the Candy Warehouse (www.candywarehouse.com)but then they require big bulk purchase (like 10 pounds of candies for each type) and will need at least $45 of shipping cost.
Any recommendation?

Silk or Fake Flower Bouquets in Toronto?

petite+engineer — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 20:08:23 +0000

Because of my severe allergies (the main reason we are getting married in winter!), I am interested in having a bouquet made from silk or fake flowers. I saw some really nice ones at the Toronto bridal show, but they were props for other vendors.

Does anyone know a good GTA area vendor for silk flower arrangements? I realise I can buy online, but I'd rather deal with someone local so I can see their work in person.

Terrible Experience with Vogue Sposa on the Danforth

petite+engineer — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:17:58 +0000

I wanted to share a bad experience my mother had with Vogue on the Danforth. I haven't seen her this upset in a long time.

Reported by my mother:

I am very disappointed with this establishment. In the initial stages of planning a wedding. I went to their store mid-week when they were not busy for about ten minutes to view their selection of bridesmaid dresses for my daughter's wedding. I impressed with what I saw. The store was clean and well lit. I informed the saleswoman that my daughter, the bride, would be coming from three hours away by train on Saturday and would like to view the dresses (not try them on). I offered to make a short appointment as there would be no trying on at this point. I was told it was not necessary to book and to call closer to the day. I just did. To my surprise I was told they were fully booked with brides and could not "fit us in". They have just lost the sale of four bridesmaid dresses from this upset potential customer. I feel as if I had been stood up for not purchasing the more expensive bride’s dress there. Go there if you want to feel like a second class customer.

Added by me:

I booked a non-refundable train ticket specifically to come make a decision on a dress in a certain colour that is not available at any other store in the city (we tried). Now I'm out $80.

cake under $500

khkhskhkahjkwaehrkw — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 20:24:59 +0000

It seems as though my cake hunting is turning out to be more difficult than I anticipated.
I am looking for a cake for 100 ppl, 3 tier, under $500 to be delivered to Mississuga.
The ones at the bridal show were close to $800, $8 for a slice of cake is insane

Can anyone make recommendations?

thank-you,
Melanie