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Reception Locations, HELP!!

jamieandben2011 — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 14:15:40 +0000

We are looking to get married next March and are going to have the ceremony at our church. The church is at Fermosa and Par Street. However, we cant seem to find place to have the reception!! We don't want everyone to have to drive very far so something close to Winter Park/Downtown. We are looking for something that is indoors or has the option of both, indoor and outdoor. Both our Dads don't like heat and we cant predict the weather (hot/cold) so we want people to be able to go inside if it is hot. Most places we have looked at seem really expensive when you use their caterers. We are trying to get a base head count for budget ideas.

I am just starting to plan so any help is needed!

Thanks:)

Got my hanger!!!

Pretty Parula — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 19:08:22 +0000

Cute, no? I'm still having a hard time with this whole name-change thing, btw. 'Mrs. Waters' does not sound like me! LOL

Holy SHEET!

Pretty Parula — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:59:51 +0000

Single digits, yo! This is crazy!

MLHARBIS

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wedding day timeline

SRivera09 — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 23:32:29 +0000

This is stressing me out! I'm trying to figure out when to do the father/daughter, mother/son dances. Do you typically do them before, or after dinner? thanks!

Need reasonably priced and very talented photographers?

frozenxthoughts — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:06:40 +0000

Hi Ladies!

I've been posting more and more on the west coast board because most of my vendors will be in Tampa, BUT I wanted to throw out a few photographers that are extremely talented, but very reasonably priced. I'm using both of these girls for my wedding photographers, and I used one of them already for my e-pics. If you'd like more info. or want to see pictures see below:

Sivan Photography: www.sivanphotography.com

Katie Crabb Photography :http://www.wix.com/jesusroxs/Kt-Crabb-Photography
and http://www.ktcrabbphotography.com/blog/

I used Sivan Photography for my e-pics so check out my bio if you'd like to see the pics by her! I'll be adding Katie Crabb on the wedding day. They both do e-pics and wedding pics. I highly recommend them!

Hope this helps any :)

helping a friend in need!

sweetheartbride21 — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 17:23:40 +0000

So I am making this post to help gather ideas for my best friend, who is getting married in January at the Doubletree Castle in Orlando. She has an incredible theme- elegant venetian masquerade ball. So far picking things out has gone great! She is just trying to figure out how to decorate the ceremony space, which will be the rooftop. The ceremony will take place around 5:30, and she is worried it will be too light out for candles. Any creative ideas you can come up with will be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance ladies!

Wedding is over! (vendor reviews)

MCO100 — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:52:08 +0000

I have to say that the wedding was even better than I expected! The weather as so nice, and everything went smoothly.

I will have complete reviews later.

Ashlie Hampton: I am so glad we hired her as our day of coordinator. She was a life saver! She is amazaing!

Lee was awesome He brought my vision to life and exceeded my expectations. He even came up to my room before the wedding to say Hi.

Bryan from Tagas did a great job as MC and DJ. He followed my play lists, took guest requests, and did some great mixes. Everyone commented how much fun they had.

Puff catered and did the cake-Again, everyone raved about the food and cake. I didn't get to try it, but I heard that the chocolate layer with chocolate mint crunch filling was to die for.
They also did a Boston Red Sox hat as for the groom's cake that was awesome!!

Joey Wright was my photographer. I know him from mutual friends, and he is breaking into the wedding photography. We had a blast working with him and his assistant. He was with us all day, and his prices are very reasonable. I can't wait to see pics!
www.joeywrightphotography.com

Patricia LeJeune- She did a fantastic job on our hair and make up. She is also one of the sweetest people I've ever met. She is worth every penny!!! I had so many people tell me how great I looked, and I truly felt like a princess. I HIGHLY recommend her!!!

If you have any questions, feel free to page me!

Thanks again for all your help and input during planning!

HELP- Tipping

RLBlack — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:34:00 +0000

Help!

I don't know what to tip our hair/makeup lady.

She owns the business and she's charging us a location change fee and a travel fee. All together, her services will be about $800.

I have read 20%, but that seems a little high considering how much we're already paying her and how much of a profit she's making.

Thanks!

NWR: Magic Tickets For Sale

meghanmcadams — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 15:41:37 +0000

This is not wedding related but I am hoping you girls can help! I had to cancel my resident bus trip to the Magic Game on April 4 (Easter) because I didn't have enough to cover the cost of the bus. The Magic made me pay for the tickets before I decided, so I now have A LOT of tickets to the game to sell (or my boss is going to have my head). If you are interested or know anyone who would be here are the details:

$20 Each (typically sell for $30 each)
Section 235
Row K: Seats 6, 7, 8
Row L: Seats 3 through 14 (aisle)
Row M: 1 (aisle) through 4

If interested contact me ASAP at mmcadams@ccmcnet.com or 386-738-2112 and ask for Meghan. Thanks Ladies, its a great way to spend Easter night, I know the FI, MOH (shes flying in for Easter!) and I will be there!

um, ok I'm just gonna whine for a sec...sorry

therockisblinding05 — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 02:10:54 +0000

THIS GUEST LIST IS A NIGHTMARE!! FI and I requested guest list friends from both our parents back in MAY! We've already sent save the dates and I have ordered the favors and invites. We made our list and estimated how much we could invite partially based on the number of ppl we knew weren't going to show up (such as dad's coworkers from up north). EACH ONE of our parents (except for wonderful FFIL) has asked to add people after we have already sent out STDs. My mother keeps saying "it's just one more person, it's just one more person" but it freaking adds up. FMIL has decided that she wants to invite her BFFs who she has been "so close with for years", except they weren't invited 10 months ago or whatever. If they were so close, why am I just hearing about them? My dad had a coworker and his wife say they couldn't come, so now my dad wants to swap them out for some other people I have never heard of. I still have to send people who say they can't come an invite and they've already been ordered and are on their way.

FI isn't inviting any coworkers and I'm not inviting all of mine, but yet my dad is making me invite every single person he has ever met, including ALL of his coworkers. It's not even about the $ anymore- the venue can only hold so much space and no one is listening! I keep trying to put my foot down but at some point, I'm sick of being the bad guy and becoming a "bridezilla" but my mean side is ready to tell them that they can address, stamp, and stuff the invites, tie the favors themselves for these extra people and THEY can handle the mess that will be my wedding when we are over capacity because at that point I'LL BE MARRIED and I won't care!!!!!

ok, vent done. Thanks.

White Rose but NOT Dan or Jeff?

dilemma412 — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:11:46 +0000

Hi girls,

I don't post here a lot, but I need some experiences of people who have used White Rose but not used Jeff (the owner) or Dan Benoit. We met with them the other day and were impressed with Dan's presentation to us, but both of them are booked on our date. It makes me nervous to sign without knowing who our DJ would be at this point!

Our other DJ choice is Darrin at Fun Factory.

Any thoughts?!

Thanks!! :)

Emma

Caroline Johnson Photography review

mbstmartin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:18:24 +0000

I previously posted a negative review of this photographer, after experiencing a number of problems with her. The review came to her attention and she contacted me recently to discuss the issues I wrote about. She asked me to consider removing the review. After some thought, I decided to rewrite the review to include her responses to be fair to her.
Basically, my complaints were that we had a very difficult time communicating with her, and the information she gave us about expected timelines was inaccurate.
She did listen to what I had to say, and seemed to genuinely want to improve her customer service, so I hope that things will change for the better. Also, she did give us several large prints and a parent's wedding album free of charge as an apology for the trouble we had, which was quite generous. I hope that she is able to use this experience to improve her business in the future.

Another RSVP rant

cherriterri519 — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:51:36 +0000

I thought I wasn't going to have much of a problem with RSVPs bc my sister got married in Feb 2009 so I had learned from the drama she went through. Well, I guess I was wrong! One of my brothers does not really talk to me. He didn't go to my sister's wedding and didn't even tell her he wasn't coming or why or not even say Congratulations. I decided to not even bother, so I didn't invite him. I talked to my mom yesterday and she said he wants to go. I'm so confused! I'm glad he wants to come, but I don't understand what's going on. Then my older brother: I sent him an invite for him and one other person. His wife said she and their daughter want to come. What about my brother (who also happens to be my godfather)? His wife is such an idiot and I don't like her. I don't consider her my sister, not since she wanted to get a divorce... And now she wants to come to my wedding? Ok, rant over. Thanks for reading!

Hair/Makeup Trail- CHECK!

RLBlack — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:25:23 +0000

Just got back from my hair and makeup trial. I am absolutely in LOVE LOVE LOVE with it. I showed her a photo of the hair and she did it perfectly....exactly what I wanted. My makeup is flawless too... I went with this style and couldn't be more happy! I HIGHLY recommend Julissa from Beauty Brought Out...AMAZING!

DIY Centerpiece Mock Up (sorta...)

x3Harmony534 — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 18:58:51 +0000

So I was at Ross today & found the CUTEST (I think so anyway, lol) ideas for centerpieces. They are wrought iron bicycle planters. Each one is a little different which I love too. Our budget is pretty small, so we were trying to find cute centerpieces we could do without breaking the bank with fresh flowers & I think we found it! They were very inexpensive & now all we'll need is something to fill them with & some candle to accent the table. I think they're a cute "touch of spring" for a March wedding (technically Winter... but living in Florida it's Spring to me lol) I mocked it up with some fake crap we have at home, I like the draped look but not the plants themselves. Anyway, I know I'm a LONG way out, but I'm trying to buy things as I find them so I don't have a huge bill all at once come closer to wedding day. Let me know what you think! :) (Even if you think they're horribly tacky... I still have receipts if it is unanimous this is a TERRIBLY TACKY idea. haha)

Need caterer advice

ashbosity — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 05:45:51 +0000

Now that we have booked our venue, we are scoping out caterers and looking at menus and budgets. We are considering Levan's, John Michael's, Puff 'n Stuff, and Cuisiners. So far, everyone except Puff 'n Stuff has been pretty slow getting back to us. Mary from Puff 'n Stuff actually contacted me before I got a chance to email her and she remembered which venues that I was considering from when I met her at the PWG Bridal Show. This gets them brownie points automatically, but their alcohol set up fees are SOOOO much more than everyone else's. John Michaels still has yet to contact me with the info I requested. Anyone have any input/reviews of any caterers in this group? Can I do any bargaining when we go for tastings, like "so and so company is offering us full bar setup for $4 a person, can you match that?" I've just been kind of frustrated by the lack of communication from the whole group (except Puff 'n Stuff) so far. I mean, almost two weeks to send an email with basic info in it? Thanks for the help!

HELP! Planning a Christmas wedding :) Any Ideas?

MellyMarie — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 03:06:20 +0000

Wanting Warm colors.... I Love latte,oasis, dark turquoise and champagne.... Need Lots of advice please!

Microwave a Peep!

Pretty Parula — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 16:51:30 +0000

What's your favourite stupid Easter tradition? :)

escort cards help!

hmmsarcasm — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:24:25 +0000

let me see if i can explain this-here is a picture of what i would like to do for our escort cards:

if you can't tell they are victorian keys-or thats what I would like--the problem: i'm cheap-cant seem to find a batch of keys for a good price--i want to make my own keys--not in metal of course but i'd get a key mold and then do it out of plastic or plaster or something and then i can spray paint them to look old etc--

do any of you have any experience doing this or have any idea how i would do this?? or can point me in the right direction??

or is it lame?? helllpppp!

TIA!!!

~alexis

AW: We have decided...we are going to....

cjbwifey2010 — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:23:16 +0000

ARUBA!!!! After comparing the island to Antigua, it was just the better choice that really made us happy! It didnt hurt that a guy in Carl's family got us a really good discount! I am SOO glad that this is now over!

Starting over with the dyeing shoes

vlrindone — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 16:59:45 +0000

I am running out of ideas. I bought my bridesmaids shoes and no one will dye them for me! Everyone either says that I didnt buy them at their store so they wont, or they are not the "dyeable" brand so they wont. Any suggestions??

Places for pics with dogs..

aondera — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:58:38 +0000

Hey gals!

So, I need some ideas for places to have pics taken with our boys. We are going to eventually have an E-pic session with Jessica Leigh, and we'd like to have our boys in the pics... Any ideas??

And yes, anywhere in Orlando is an option :-)

Bella Collina??

jln555 — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:37:07 +0000

HAs anyone viewed the Bella Collina Golf club venue? Any feedback appreciated before I take the drive!

Head count

Pretty Parula — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:41:52 +0000

So I just want to whine a teeny bit. Less than 2/3 of our guest list is actually coming. *sigh* It's a relief for the budget, but I'm still kinda bummed that more of our friends weren't able to make it. I know it's too late to invite more people but the thought crossed my mind. ;)

You girls should crash it! LOL

Need help...

tickledpinkrain — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:49:06 +0000

Hey Girls,

Ok...so here's my dilemma...it's not wedding oriented but it is directly related...

I'm looking for a job...central Florida area. I just had to quit mine (long story), but with the wedding coming up, I cannot afford to go without a job for much longer than this week without hurting our budget and my everyday finances. Anyone have any ideas? I'm looking for administrator, assistant, receptionist, child care...i can do it all. I've been a personal assistant and an administrator for a while. I've applied at resorts in the area...

Just need some ideas and you girls are always on top of things! I'm in the Davenport area, btw.

TIA!

Meghann Davis Make-up

frozenxthoughts — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 02:24:16 +0000

I'm thisclose to booking Meghann Davis for make-up because I think she is so sweet (plus, I've heard great things and I love what I've seen so far with her profile.) I'd like to get an idea of how much she charges first from other knotties who have used her or have spoken to her. Anyone care to share? Her prices are not online so I wanted to see what her range is. Also, any other thoughts would be great! Thanks in advance :)

I've tried contacting Patricia, but she is booked on my date and so is Studio Cara :-/ She's my last hope. I guess 2-27-11 will be a popular date lol

Which for the toast?

Pretty Parula — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 15:07:49 +0000

The flutes on the left are Irish - Tipperary Crystal. My mom offered to let me use those if we wanted.

The glasses on the right are vintage champagne glasses that my aunt offered to let us use. They are from the 1930/1940's, and they didn't actually drink champagne from flutes back then, so they would be appropriate for the Old Hollywood vibe.

What do you gals think?

AW: Dress fitting & Shoes!!! PIP

tickledpinkrain — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 13:56:55 +0000

Hey girls! It's been a LONG week. FI had to have minor surgery, I quit my job (now looking for another asap), and mom came to visit from NC...oh, and did I mention that all of this took place right after we adopted a new 11 week old puppy last weekend. O'well....good news....I had my first dress fitting!!! I have to have it taken in 1 1/2 inches. I must have lost more weight or atleast inches since last I tried it on. The dress was even more spectacular than I remember!!!

AND....I got my shoes!!! And they were on sale too!!! I fell in love the moment I put them on! Check them out...

[IMG]http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad44/ryanc9015/002-2.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad44/ryanc9015/006-1.jpg[/IMG]
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Vendor Reviews

amyers321 — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 02:24:52 +0000

Wedding was 02/27/2010

http://sites.google.com/site/myerswhetstinewedding/vendor-reviews