Florida-Central Florida — The Knot Community

Price of Cake... are you kidding me?!

ucfclairebear — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 22:30:41 +0000

Is it just me or are wedding cakes incredibly overpriced? I mean, it's cake. I have gotten quotes from a few companies and they all hover around $450 for a cake that feeds approx. 100 ppl. I contacted publix as well and they weren't that much better, around $380. It's not like I want anything facny either, no fondant or sugar flowers, just reg. buttercream and it'll be decorated with fresh flowers. Can anyone relate to this? or maybe do you have any suggestions for a company that is more inexpensive? I don't want to do cupcakes either, just a regular cake. Let me know! Thanks!

Officiant?

angelfish10 — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:44:40 +0000

Not sure where to start looking for this one. We don't attend church and will be having a non-religious ceremony. Anyone have someone they would recommend who is not too expensive? Thanks! We are getting married in Sanford at Route 46 Entertainment District.

Indoor venue--not a hotel????

mlb215 — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 14:20:25 +0000

I'm getting married In summer 2012 and looking for an indoor reception venue for 180-200 guests. I like the idea of places like Winter Park Farmers Market rather than a hotel ballroom, but Im having a hard time finding anything that can fit our crowd under a roof. Any suggestions of venues in the Orlando area would be appreciated!

FS: Navy PINTUCK Napkins, Tablecloths, Candles, Candle Holders

Muneca2726 — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 22:14:17 +0000

109 - 17x17 Navy Blue Pintuck Napkins BRAND NEW NEVER USED $75

2 - 108' Navy Blue Pintuck Round Tablecloths (used for sweetheart table and cake table) USED/WASHED $30

8 - 120' Navy Blue Pintuck Round Tablecloths (used for 60 round table) USED/WASHED $150

2 - 132' Navy Blue Pintuck Round Tablecloths (used for 72 round tables) USED/WASHED $55

3 - 132' Ivory Pintuck Round Tablecloths (used for cocktail tables) USED/WASHED $80

3 - Flocking Organza Sash Navy Blue ( used to wrap around cocktail table linens) USED $3

12 - Long Steammed Glass Tealight Holders Tall (11.5 inches tall) $60

12 - Long Steammed Glass Tealight Holders Medium (10 inches tall) $50

10 - Long Steammed Glass Tealight Holders Short (8 inches tall) $40

The tealight holders are USED NO CHIPS some have candle wax but nothing that can't be washed off

99 - Votive Candles 10 Hour Vanilla Scented BRAND NEW NEVER USED $25

141 - Clear Square Voltive Candle Holder (37 are USED with candles still in holder) $65

Orlando Pick up only email me at Idanelly.Delanoval@gmail.com

Dubsdread Costs

wedgrl651 — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 02:14:28 +0000

Hi ladies, just wondering if anyone knows the costs to have ceremony and reception at Dubsdread Golf Course in Orlando. Approx 100 guests.

Thanks!

Good but not over priced Lighting company's Orlando fl

Xclo3 — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 15:34:16 +0000

i need a lighting company for my reception. I have no clue where to start does anyone have suggestions to help me? Thanks christina

Officiant - Vows Are Forever?

saramwms — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:54:09 +0000

Has anyone used Vows Are Forever for their officiant? Looking for someone who has good 'delivery' and doesn't sould mass produced. I have nightmares of the Rev. usinging the wrong names... :)

Thanks for the help!

Sara

Sun Mist Custom Spray Tan

jmucheech21 — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 12:34:38 +0000

Has anyone used them? Know anything about them? Looking for reviews..

Settling...

Tiff&Kyle — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 22:44:18 +0000

So my top 2 venues are not possible.

1st being Bella Collina- I have to many guests and it's WAY too expensive.
2nd being the Orlando Science Center- we wanted it so bad we cut down our guest list, but in order to make it happen we would have to move our date up by 3 months.

My next choice is Rosen Shingle Creek. We haven't gone to visit it yet, but I like the looks of it so far.

If that doesn't work out, we are going to check out the Ritz Carlton and JW Marriott at Grand Lakes.

Any one been to or have had their wedding at either the Rosen or Grand Lakes?

Hello! I need help with my venue!

jumerces — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:46:14 +0000

Hey there!
I'm getting married next November in the Destin area(not sure yet, but I want stay close to Destin/Pensacola/Panama city areas) My first thought was renting a huge house by the beach with a nice backyard, have the ceremony there and the reception at the house(so my guests won't have to spend money with hotel) But I can't find houses :( does anyone here got married in a nice house and is willing to share the info? I will be really grateful! Thank you!:)

Live Wedding Artist: FRENCHY

heatherw1 — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:59:49 +0000

If anyone is looking for a cool and unique idea, check out this live performance artist Frenchy out of New Orleans http://www.frenchylive.com/gallery/corporate/weddings/.

Check some of his work below....

Titusville, FL hair/make-up and flowers

Buckscuffle — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 03:35:20 +0000

Hi, We have everything together for a sort of destination wedding in Titusville but I still need to find someone or a salon to do hair and make-up for me and hair for FH (his hair is sort of long) and also need florist suggestions. We are simple and know along the lines of what we want, but are not from there so needing suggestions. It's also just the two of us no wedding party. Thanks for help in advance! Jamie

Hard Rock Hotel

sassypants82 — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 02:34:45 +0000

Has anyone had their wedding/reception or been to a wedding/reception at the Hard Rock Hotel in Orlando?? Any thoughts would be appreciated!! Thanks!

Videography for Tampa/St Pete area wedding...help!!

marisolandderek — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 18:58:24 +0000

Hi everyone! I'm getting married in downtown St Petersburg, FL in Dec and I really want a cinematic-style video!! But, I'm kind of on a budget. I've received quotes for $2,000-$5,000 and that is just WAY too much. I can do something closer to $1,000. Any suggestions or referrals??

It's DJ time

DHandHH — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 14:01:20 +0000

Okay, so all of you have been very helpful giving me great suggestions, hopefully you can help again. I'm looking for a professional slightly inexpessive DJ. I would like to stay around $750 for 4 hours of a reception.

So far I've met with White Rose who really impressed me but are out of budget. and Marc Burgess who is in budget but I've heard is really cheesy. Any reviews on these or other suggestions?

Thanks!

Reception

kari726 — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:31:47 +0000

I was wondering if anyone has or knows anyone who has had their reception at Sloppy Joe's in Daytona Beach Shores...any info would be appreciated...thanks!!!

Centerpieces for Sale/Candy Bar Vases for Sale/Wedding Dress

Flgirl622 — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 21:17:42 +0000

Hi
I barely ever post on here so I hope I am doing this right. I just had my amazing wedding last night!! Finally over with but I am selling some stuff.
Email me at flgirl622@aol.com for pics

1. Vases (3 different sizes totalling about 12-13 tables) Like a 6"9" 12" maybe?
I put Orchids in them filled with H2O and put a floating candle in each. Beautiful! With floating candles $100.
2. I have the larger size floating candles as well in Ivory. Not as many but still tons left over.
3. Candy Bar Jars 5 in total all different sizes. One being a silver like bowl all the rest glass. $30
4. A Demetrios Ultra Sophisticates Dress Size 4 in Ivory that I never wound up wearing. Its unaltered. Still on website for $1000 will take Best Offer.
5. Silver Picture Frames that I put the table # in. I have 13 frames. $40

All prices are negotiable and cheap so please just email me if you are interested. Pick up only in Orlando
Thank you

Large venue on water in South Brevard

jlbockman — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 20:26:04 +0000

Hi all! I just got engaged last weekend on vacation in Chicago and am ecstatic! Of course I bought my first bridal magazine in the airport on the way home so the planning pretty much began right away. I have many friends getting married late summer/early fall of next year so I've decided to push mine to mid-November.

I was born and raised in Indialantic, FL and my fiance was born and raised in Melbourne Beach so obviously, we would love to get married in the south Brevard area. My worry is I'm picky and have a HUGE family! My guess at this point is I'll need a venue that can hold 250 and possibly up to 300 AND it must be on the water (river or ocean).

My parents live on the Indian River and have a very large yard, however, they would feel obligated to make the yard perfect (Dad is getting older, don't want him to strain) and if it rains, their house is not large enough to fit that many people inside. I would worry about a soggy yard even with a tent.

The reception venue is the one of two things I'm willing to splurge on. The other being flowers. Does anyone have any suggestions? Renting a large nice home on the water is an option as long as there isn't too much prep work required. But don't know where to start looking for that. And the Eau Gallie Yacht Club is out because my brother got married there. Though I highly recommend it for others!

Thanks in advance!

Anyone getting married at the Mezz/Abbey?

marichella21 — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:35:54 +0000

We just booked it for next year and i'm soooo excited!!!! Just having the venue lifts a huge weight off my shoulders but now we're going through the caterers. Has anyone used arthurs catering, puff n' stuff, cuisiniers, or millenia catering? I've heard great things about puff n stuff but also heard they're expensive.

Best Wedding Dress Shops?

Rachaelerin — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:26:34 +0000

What are the best shop in Orlando to shop for a wedding dress on a budget?Thanks for the advice!

Morning Glory Florist

DHandHH — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:44:11 +0000

Has anyone heard anything about them good or bad? I spoke to the owner at a bridal show and she seemed really down to earth.

Looking to rent benches or pews

ashbosity — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 19:01:40 +0000

If anyone has any ideas where I could rent church pews, benches or even maybe bleachers, please let me know. We are getting married under a huge oak tree and setting up a bunch of chairs might be tricky. If we could get benches, it would be awesome. TIA!

Lazaro Bridesmaids Dress for Sale - Cancelled wedding

Gujuluv11 — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:47:16 +0000

Due to a late cancellation of my friends wedding myself and another bridesmaid have two www.jlmcouture.com/Lazaro/Bridesmaid/Fall/2010/Style-3089">Lazaro Bridesmaids dresses for sale. Lazaro Bridesmaids and Special Occasion Dresses: Style LZ3089 in Pumpkin size 2 and 6.

They are both brand new, never worn with tags attached. Asking price is $280 for each dress. Do not need to sell both at once. It was bought at www.somethingbluebridalsalon.com/">Something Blue Bridal in Orlando, FL.

Details:

Pumpkin silky taffeta floor length ball bridesmaids gown
Pleated strapless sweetheart bodice
Flower accents at natural waist
Box pleated skirt with pockets

Contact me at prempadams@gmail.com if interested.

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Jessica Leigh Photograhy is NOT Leigh Taylor

DHandHH — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 21:14:47 +0000

Hi all,
I wanted you future brides not to be confused between the 2. I recently decided to book Jessica Leigh and she is absolutely wonderful and has never missed a single wedding in the over 200 she has photographed.

She is absolutely wonderful and I can't wait to have her do my e-shoot and wedding.
I told her want I wanted to spend and she is working on putting together a custom package just for me and my budget.

Leigh Taylor has a few iffy reviews please don't confuse her for Jessica who has amazing reviews.

Here are Jessica Leigh's reviews on wedding wire:
http://www.weddingwire.com/reviews/jessica-leigh-photography-orlando/f4df27d3dbade0bf.html

Vow Renewal

Leila825 — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 18:25:31 +0000

Hi girls- I am in the very early stages of planning a vow renewal for my 10 year anniversary with my husband. Has anyone had a wedding or planning a wedding at Peabody, Rosen Shingle Creek or Rosen Centre that I can see pics off?

Reception at Longwood Community Building/Ceremony space?

lettersforlovers — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 21:17:49 +0000

I love the Longwood Community Building but the lack of ceremony space is driving me nuts! I've been trying to find something in the area (Longwood/Altamonte) that is suited for a ceremony. Looking for something outdoors and is budget friendly...

Does anyone have any ideas?

Has anyone used this bakery?

rardito — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:24:25 +0000

Has anyone used Rahpsodic Bakery? I am vegan and this is the most promising looking one...

Catering

kari726 — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:13:08 +0000

My FI and I are having a destination wedding in Daytona Beach Shores on May 5, 2012...I am having trouble finding a place to cater our wedding...we actually would just like to have an hors' dourves type of reception because we are on a tight budget...if anyone has any ideas I would greatly appreciate them....thank you Knotties!!!!

XP: Rehearsal

jmucheech21 — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 23:17:46 +0000

Hi ladies!!

Sorry for all that XPs this weekend!! Just getting close and want to reach out to as many people as I can on some last minute things!! =)

I have some questions about the logistics of the rehearsal..

Ok, so our rehearsal is at 1:30 on Friday afternoon before our wedding. Its not an ideal time and a few of our WP can't make it due to work commitments, but its all we could get, so, we'll have to make do.

That being said, we obviously want to make the dinner more accesible to our WP than the actual rehearsal is. Most of our WP is form out of town or are teachers, so we were thinking of doing the dinner at 5:00, maybe a bit later to accommodate the spouses of the girls that are not teachers, but I'd say probably 6 at the latest..

So, anyway, how does that work with having the big gap in there? I've never been to a RD that wasn't immediately following the rehearsal. Do we have to entertain the wedding party for that approx 3 hours in between or do they kind of just hang out until the dinner?

As an aside, the dinner is not at the same location as the rehearsal, so we will be providing transportation so that no one has to worry about renting a car or anything.

Thanks for any advice you all can give! =)

Special restaurant in Jupiter area

BlissfullyTired — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:28:26 +0000

I have a friend who lives there and is getting married. I'd like to send a gift cert to a restaurant as an engagement gift. Can you please help?