Maine — The Knot Community

Portland DJ any good?

kvigueWed156918 — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 04:51:07 +0000

We are thinking about hiring Erich Kruger as our DJ for our May wedding, has anyone ever heard of him? Our photographer recommended him but I'm curious if anyone else has a recommendation for him. Thanks!!

Local Wedding Bands???

Bourassa79 — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 23:52:29 +0000

My future in laws have offered to pay for a band. They suggested the Delta Knights ( they're from the Portland area). Anyone know if they're a good wedding band? Their website says they were voted best wedding band in 2006 & 2007 by Modern Bride Magazine but I would love references if you've got them!

Any other band suggestions? Thanks!

For Sale pink/green wedding

jowens020 — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 17:31:23 +0000

I have gone through all our wedding stuff from our Sept wedding over Thanksgiving break. Let me know if you are interested in anything. Prices are negotiable.

Paper Lanterns - 5 lg, 4 sm, 3 med
Pink baskets
Pink plastic tablecloths, napkins, balloons
votives
easels, lg and small
Pink I DO letters
70 celtic/shamrock place card holders
2 lg vases
pink/green sparkly table numbers
pink crinoline
pink fabric table squares
pink rose pomanders
2 tank tops - one white "bride" one blue "just married" size lg (fits like med)
Wooden Mr and Mrs Sign/Thank You on other side
Thank You Parasol
Hair flower from etsy

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http://picasaweb.google.com/117457895900341027892/WeddingFORSALE?authkey=Gv1sRgCO6RmOyNwfqwTw&feat=directlink

email if any questions: jowens020@yahoo.com

Thanks!

shoe and tell

schadbourne — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 04:06:17 +0000

i wanna see your shoes! and if you dont have them an inspiration photo
here are mine

ceremony (10 dollars at target)

and here are my reception shoes (14.99 at Mardens in scarborough)

Happy Thanksgiving!!

amshaw1 — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 20:45:16 +0000

Hope everyone is having a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!

I knocw I am stuffed sitting on the couch in a food coma watching some football. Good stuff!

Question??

Sunshiengirl819 — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 12:33:07 +0000

Now that I'm talking to people who live in Maine and not all over the US....

I posted something on the main board about cash bars, that my fiance and I were deciding to go with that due to budget, the fact that we don't drink, and half of both our families are alcoholics.

I realize that it isn't etiquette but I got responses from chicago, pittsburg, and other high end cities saying I was cheap, rude, etc...I just feel (and I'm not trying to be rude) that if you want to drink alcohol you can pay for it yourself. I believe you can have fun w/out alcohol.

Are Michael and I the only ones going the cash bar route?? In most of weddings I have been to this is what is done. I for one have never been to a wedding with an open bar...

Thoughts....

Help! I need to start planning!

davisbernadette10 — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:56:26 +0000

My FI just proposed to me a few weeks ago, (on Halloween), and I guess I need to start planning. I'm totally overwhelmed, I don't know where to begin. We want to get married in the Southern Maine area, I'm not originally from here and don't really know of many places or people to look at. Any suggestions would be welcome.

I'm totally starting from scratch so I'm looking forward to your comments. Thanks for your help.

Bachelorette Ideas - Portland

JRobie — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 14:49:53 +0000

Hi,

We're thinking of having the bride's bachelorette in Portland (we're in MA) and are looking for ideas of places to go and things to do. A few things to note: the bachie will be in February or March (cold!) and we'll have a few under 21s with us. We're thinking of finding a fun activity for the day, followed by dinner, and then bars/clubs for the 21+.

Any suggestions are appreciated!

Had our E-pics taken today!

ivyrose13 — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 20:05:17 +0000

We had our e-pics taken today at Portland Headlight! The weather was perfectly clear and gorgeous, just a little chilly. It gave us more of an excuse to cuddle on camera ;). We get our pictures back in a week, I'm really excited.

Aisle Runner

nbeck5 — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 22:30:56 +0000

I am looking for an aisle runner for our wedding. If anyone is selling one or if anyone can recommend an inexpensive good quality one that would be a huge help! The ones I have seen at Michaels and Joannes seem so thin....

I would love to hear your ideas or experience!!!

Thanks

Checks!

jpickering8 — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:10:38 +0000

Okay so I finally sent my contract & deposit in for my photographer!! That weights been lifted! I heard from my DJ and he is sending me his contract!! And I've made an appointment with a florist! I also recently talked to the catering company & cleared up some questions! Now I just need to go put the down payment on my dress & get the girls to order theirs!!

I feel like I'm actually starting to wedding plan! Phew..

Ceremony Music

jpickering8 — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 23:03:13 +0000

What are people doing for ceremony music? I could easily book the DJ to do it but if there is a cheap & creative alternative I'd love to learn about it!!

Beverage Catering

hopebert420 — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 19:43:45 +0000

Any suggestions on a beverage Caterer (Alcohol) in the Midcoast area? Our Food Caterers have suggested one person, but I would like to shop around a little. TIA!

Married - PIP and reviews :)

meganyani — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:20:47 +0000

Not trying to AW too much but thought maybe it'd be helpful to someone out there...

http://esquilinha.weebly.com

I know there doesn't seem to be many people from the Bangor area on here but oh well!

wedding colors

KayyKayy311 — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 01:35:34 +0000

My FH loves burgundy and I love the blues and greens, along with silver. Do you think burgundy and teal would clash? We're thinking of a fall wedding, but I might be able to convice him into late spring/ early summer.

Anyone here from Machias area??

troopzo — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 22:23:50 +0000

I am located in Machias ME (which is about an 1 1/2 from Bangor) I was just wondering if anyone else was close by.

First Look pictures at Portland Head Light

kvigueWed156918 — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 15:27:34 +0000

My fiance and I flew up from TX to choose our photographer and flortist and nail down the Portland Country Club for recpeption and perhaps even ceremony. I think I've been talked into seeing Dave before the cermeony and having our pictures (just the two of us) at Portland Head Light. Has anyone had their pictures done there?

We liked Heather Caron, the florist from Gorham over Minnotts just because she seems fun to work and we'll hopefully get more bang for our buck.

Harraseekett Inn

Realo13 — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 18:34:44 +0000

Anyone been to a wedding there?

Whose honeymooning and where are you going?

fickrj5 — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 15:02:41 +0000

Are you sneaking away after the wedding? Waiting a little while? Where are you going?

For Sale from 9/25/10 Wedding

brownb — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 23:14:35 +0000

Hello ladies! I have a few things to sell from my wedding in September. E-mail me if you'd like pictures :-)

-1 pair of Liz Rene Couture white wedding shoes. They are a size 8 with a 3 1/2" heal and are brand new! I never wore these at all. They have a criss-cross strap in the front with rhinestones in the center of the criss-cross and a strap around the ankle. The ankle strap also has some rhinestones around the buckle. I paid $95 for these shoes and will take a reasonable offer.

-1 pair of Touch Ups white wedding shoes. These are a size 8 with a 3 1/4" heal. These shoes are also brand new. I never wore these. They have straps on the front with rhinestone and pearls. There is also a strap around the back of the ankle. I paid around $50 for these and would take a reasonable offer.

-10 large white garden lanters. I was going to use these for centerpieces on half of my tables but we went another way with the tables after I bought these. They have handles to hang them on and white vines and leaves on the glass. They are made to put a candle in. I cannot ship these so they would either have to be picked up at my house or I can meet someone in Waterville, Augusta, or Newport. I paid $70 for them and would take $45 OBO

- 20 small white garden lanters. We used these to hang on shepherds hooks all around our outside reception. They were inteded to go on the tables with the larger lanters but since the table changed so did the use of these. They were beautiful hanging with the candles lit at night. I also paid $70 for these and would take $45. Like the larger ones I cannot ship these. I know they have some similar to the ones I have but black at Michael's and they are $3 a piece.

I have pictures available of any of these items. Please e-mail me at brownb@alumni.thomas.edu if you're interested in buying any of these items or would like pictures.

The Bankery

fickrj5 — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 17:38:01 +0000

FI and I had our cake tasting at The Bankery in Skowhegan today and its was awesome. I have never had a better chocolate cake. Mike (The decorator/owner) was great to work with and helped coordinate all my ideas. We put the deposit down today so check fo us! Did I mention the prices were super resonable. I recommend them to anyone in the Central Maine area. We also get 10% off flowers and the florist in town because we ordered our cake there. They own both locations.

Caterers in the Midcoast

marylee85 — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 22:18:15 +0000

My fiance and I are getting married July 2011 in Belfast, Maine and we are looking for suggestions for a caterer. We are trying to keep our budget to $40 a person for about 120 guests. If anyone has any recommendations I would love to have some input! Thanks.

Any opinions or reviews of Camden Harbour Inn

hoochpuppy — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 19:11:27 +0000

I am currently in the process of planning a Sep wedding. I was orginally wanted to have it at the Samoset on 9-10-11, but unfortunately that date is already taken but I don't have to have that date. The Samoset does have some other days available in Sep but I have now expanded my search. I came across the Camden Harbour Inn and was wondering if anyone else has looked into them. I'm having a smallish wedding of about 50-60 and don't really want to spend more than 10,000 on the reception, but I want a very classy upscale feel. Please let me know if you have any opinions on them or reviews.

Thanks,

Cristy

Wedding Website

meg213f — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 22:24:20 +0000

This may be a very silly question. I created a wedding website using the knot and when I give my link out to my friends it still has the "Edit this page" at the bottom. Is there anyway to get rid of this? Will any one be able to end my page?

Thank you!! :)

Bar Harbor wedding pics

bahaba bride — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:26:30 +0000

wedding porn! Here are pictures from my wedding at the Bar Harbor Inn Sept 12, 09. I found it to helpful to see pictures when I was planning, so hope these help anyone in the Bar Harbor area. Flowers are by Cottage Flowers, my photographer was Michele Stapleton although this link is to photos taken by family, I got my hair done at New Image salon, the officiant is from Acadia Weddings, favors from Cranberry Island kitchen, cake by Janice Stout. All of the vendors mentioned were wonderful including the Inn. We were a little disappointed with our dj. The band you see playing is the groom and his friends. http://www.flickr.com/photos/hartjen56/sets/72157622678881119/

Officiant in Portland?

wedding1111 — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:25:36 +0000

Hello

I am looking to find a female non religious wedding officiant in the Portland area. If anyone has any recommendations please let me know. We are having a really small intimate wedding ceremony in our living room and I sort of picture an older woman with tons of experience who is a true hippie at heart.

Thanks!

Eva

Park Shelters

amshaw1 — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 23:55:40 +0000

Hi gals;

So I've been engaged almost 6 months now, haven't planned a thing. I'm pretty overwhelmed with the cost and amount of things to take into consideration. I was very very close to booking New England Outdoor Center in Millnocket; but the cost is just getting out of control.

I'm at the point where I'd like to invite just close family and friends, maybe 40 or so. I'm tempted to elope but I think a small casual gathering would be great compromise as I know my mom and also FI's mom are both very excited for this wedding. That's fine with me, I'm not opposed to having a wedding at all, I just don't want to stress about it or spend a lot of money on it.

Anyways, long story shot, I was looking at Winslow Park in Freeport, they have a group shelter that costs $100. We could have a ceremony, then casual catered bbq under the shelter. I feel like it's a real steal being on the water and everything. I'm not sure their alcohol policies, I just was googling them this evening, so that may be a deal breaker if it's not allowed.

Any other ideas for similar venues?

Thanks,
Amy

Maine Knotties Roll Call! (Fun Post!)

ivyrose13 — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 09:38:47 +0000

Good morning ladies! Let's get this board more active!

Your Name:

FI's Name:

Wedding Date:

Ceremony Location:

Reception Location:

Where are you with wedding planning?:

Do you have any advice for other Maine brides?:

Do you live in Maine? If so, what part of the state?

Did you grow up in Maine?

Did your FI grow up in Maine?

Why did you choose Maine (if you did) for your wedding location?

Looking forward to meeting everyone!

Wilde Chapel in the cemetary

kvigueWed156918 — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 23:07:27 +0000

Happy Monday, has anyone either been married or been to a wedding at the Wilde Chapel in the cemetary on Steven's Ave? if so, was it nice? It looks charming although my fiance is a little put off by the cemetary.

Outside Ceremony in Portland

meg213f — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 03:12:46 +0000

I would really LOVE to have our wedding ceremony outside but I'm not sure if there is a good place in Portland. I heard that Portland Headlights may be an option but they don't allow chairs? Anyone know of any nice place for a ceremony in Portland. Even if we had to have the wedding in the church and had a nice area near it to take pictures, that would be fine as well!! We are probably going to have our Reception at the Marriott at Sable Oaks so all we need is a ceremony location. Any info would be appreciated. :)