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reception site - stokes co/north of Winston

slsmith6 — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:30:00 +0000

My wedding is scheduled for May 2011. I've just moved to Stokes County and I'm about 20-30 min north of Winston Salem. I'm looking for a reception site in the area.

I would love to have a venue with a great view of the mountains and both indoor/outdoor options. Prefer a B&B, vineyard, orchard--no country clubs. Can anyone offer any suggestions or recommendations?

Thanks so much!

Alterations in the Triad!!!! Awesome!

jesscoletta — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 20:53:18 +0000

I have heard Olga is great! But I cant afford to make the 2 hour trip back and forth twice. So I had to go elsewhere.
English's Bridal in Clemmons.

AWESOME!!! I have a Maggie Sottero gown which has A LOT of detail and tulle. I had to have it taken in 2 inches and a 10 point bustle put on. She did absolutly amazing. and the price was even better.

I suggest that you try them. I could not be any happier with my gown. Im so excited!!!

Need a Mt. Venue suggestion...

lanamark — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 23:28:08 +0000

My fiance and I want a long mountain weekend with family and friends. We were thinking about renting nice, newer, large log cabins that are close together anywhere in the NC Mts. Perhaps we would get married at the cabin or find a local venue, reasonably priced. Any suggestions? I am also trying to keep my wedding very "green", eco-friendly.

One year!

caseyeverhart — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:37:34 +0000

One year from today is our wedding date - 9/10/11. Weird! It's been a joke that we were on the 24 month plan...but now it's 12 months!!! Crazy how time flies!

Hope everyone has a great Friday :)

Honeymoon Suggestions??

hlynn424 — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 17:55:04 +0000

My FI and are wanting to go somewhere warm and relaxing on our honeymoon. (Of course that's what everyone wants on their honeymoon!) There are SO many places that we are having a hard time. We would love to go to Tahiti, but the flights alone are expensive. We would be leaving for our honeymoon on Feb 27th. Any suggestions????

Mystic tan

hlumbf2010 — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 17:41:00 +0000

I'm getting married next month and considering getting a mystic tan to get a little bit of color and even out my skin tone. I've never had one before and I'm nervous that I will turn orange. Any suggestions from anyone that has gotten one or any great places to go in Raleigh?
Also, how soon should you get one before the wedding?

Meeting of the families

ChickenOnSunday — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:57:05 +0000

Well, the families have just left for the hotel. Everything went great. Our wonderful neighbor made the meal. Everyone got along and the kids played nice.

Only snafu of the day was with Massage Envy. Apparently, if you book a massage with the intent to use a Groupon...you can't have an 8am slot. Now, I booked this weeks ago and I got the call this morning. I booked the massage for my Mom and me to be the first thing we do before the madness of wedding setup began. Well, it brought me to tears. Sadly, I didn't win. We have a massage at 11. Not cool we are going early to Snipes to start the setup and then leave everyone to get the massage and then head back to Snipes. I am not impressed.

Anyway...just hoping everything goes smoothly and we don't forget anything in Cary before we head to Chapel Hill!!!

Hey Ladies!

NcsuPsych — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 22:22:59 +0000

Hello all of you lovely ladies!

I just wanted to pop in and say hey and see how everyone is and what you're all up to?

I know some have gotten married recently and wanted to say congrats to you all as well :o)

Toodles!

Music Playlists

ChickenOnSunday — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:02:47 +0000

Hey ladies...

I am totally running out of time. I just sat down to start the music for the dinner and dancing portion of the wedding (delayed b/c my hard drive crashed on laptop and had to be rebuilt). Anyway....I don't have my playlists that I started months ago. All of that got lost. I also don't have the hundreds of songs I previously purchased on iTunes (not cool).

Can you pretty pretty please send me your songs lists or song suggestions. Right now I have 2 songs for dinner...and one for dancing. I am a mess!!!

sgreen13 at hotmail

siggy help!

heybekaruth — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:22:30 +0000

ok...so i know i am new at this...but i also consider myself kinda smart when it comes to computers and for the life of me, i can't get my siggy to work! i've tried to instructions on the ncbridebio and i've tried both tinyurl and tinypic...what am i doing wrong??

i am sure it is an easy fix! but i figured i'd ask instead of pull my hair out!

Are you hiring a videographer? Thoughts?

CltBride2008 — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:14:58 +0000

I've convinced myself we need a video, but I'm not willing to go over $1,000. Is that reasonable?

Are you hiring one? What kinds of questions did you ask them (I obviously want to ask for a sample of their work). Should I just say I want a video of the ceremony and then the beginning of the reception?

I'm in Charlotte so if you have any recommendations I'm all ear!

Happy long weekend!

NWR...place to have baby shower?

aleighk1 — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:26:23 +0000

Okay girls, I am planning my best friend's baby shower for next month so I am looking for some restaurants to host it in.

I'm trying to find a restaurant with a separate room somewhere in Greensboro, somewhere that costs little to nothing to rent out. Any suggestions?

Bay Leaf Video Production

CltBride2008 — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 18:28:06 +0000

Has anyone used them before? Their demos on the website look nice but since they are in Raleigh I probably won't get to meet them in person.

If you've met/spoken to/used them I'd love to hear your thoughts!

Wedding Videography on Half Off Depot - Charlotte!!

amyamy2010 — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:44:15 +0000

http://halfoffdepot.com/charlotte/all/elrod-digital.html

Thursday, which means Friday is almost here!

sundrop24 — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:00:27 +0000

Hey guys, how is wedding planning and NWR life going? I have been MIA lately and I am sorry life has been hectic but things are finally slowing down. Hope everyone has a great day!

--Jennb3--

emcardillo — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:31:07 +0000

I sent you a PM about St. Lucia. :)

More Checks!!!

HouaBudgetSavvy — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:31:55 +0000

We got the MOH dress (baby sister's dress) from NY Bride & Groom in Charlotte. It should arrive by the last week of November (crossing my fingers that it'll arrive on time because the wedding is about 2 weeks always 12-11-10)

Jim Hjelm 5080 in exact same color

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Made boutonniere for the groomsmen & parents (they will have fake flowers and the groom will have a real one) 9 total

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Started on the crystal garland that will tied to tree branches that will be hung from the balcony. These garlands will be used for the ceremony decor as well. One is hand strung and the other is curtain beading I found from Target for $20

I purchased these from Walmart & AC Moore -- kid's jewelry beading for $3.99 for about 300 or more beads
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I started sewing my invites onto the fabric, so far I have made about 140 and just need to make 160 mores!!!!

AW: Licensed to Wed!!!

GirlieGirl27320 — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:32:58 +0000

Well, it's official, we are finally licensed to wed! We went down to the Guilford County courthouse this morning and applied for our marriage license. It was a fairly easy process...so I'm so glad that went well! FI was starting to panic because he thought it was going to be a long, drawn out process where we would have to wait for weeks to get our license, but it only took about 10 minutes at the most and we left the courthouse with our license in hand!!! I was joking with FI that I had gained a husband but I had to lose my mace over it. I always carry a little thing of mace/pepper spray with me because a friend of mine was attacked in the parking lot at work last year. Well, I really don't even think much about the mace being in my purse, but I remembered it the second I seen the sign saying "no mace allowed" before we went in. So, rather than trotting all the way back to the car, I just tossed it. Things are all starting to seem so surreal now with the wedding coming so quickly! I can't believe it is almost here....yaaayyy!

Reception Venues in Harnett county

mmpoole0314 — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:46:19 +0000

I am gettin married next summer and am looking for reception places in lillington, dunn, erin, coats, fuquay , NC area. and we're tryin to keep it low budget... any suggestsion?

Happy Wednesday!

pirategal03 — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 10:27:34 +0000

It is Wednesday, right? Long weekends throw me off.

I've got a meeting all morning and an eye doctor's appointment this afternoon. Busy day!

Hope everyone has a great one!

Asheville Recommendations

amymsturgill — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 12:49:25 +0000

Any feedback or recommendations for Music (DJ or bands) and hair stylists in the Asheville area is needed.

Thanks in advance!

The State Club

heybekaruth — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 01:17:54 +0000

Hello again...I know I've seen a few girls that have had their reception there (just not sure who you are...yet!) and it (as of now) is the top of our list, however, we do not meet with them until next week. So, in the meantime, I was curious of your thoughts and reviews? Thanks!

Honeymoon recommendations

jmp0930 — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:51:20 +0000

Hi girls!! I hope you all are doing well and had a wonderful weekend. So FI and are are coming up on our 1 year mark next week! Im sooo happy!! This year is going by sooo fast! So we are doing pretty good with planning and have major checks!! So I was trying to figure out how much we would set aside for the honeymoon, but I think its important to think about where we are going first. I have no clue where I wanna go. FI and I have never been on a real vacation before, so I want this to be something special and fun. If you girls don't mind, I would really like some recommendations. Thanks!

Outer Banks Help

Emily & Hudson — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:28:28 +0000

Can anyone recommend a good ceremony and/or reception site in the Outer Banks. The only place I can find is the Sanderling Inn and it's a little pricey??
Thanks!!

Caterers in Concord/Charlotte

meremor23 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:55:59 +0000

Y'all,

I am looking for a good caterer in Concord- we are having our reception at the Concord Hotel. We have to have a licensed/bonded/insured caterer so that limits us somewhat.

The main thing I care about is CHEAP. I mean I want the food to be good, but I'm not talking Top Chef here. Any thoughts?

Thank you!!

Three days to go....

ChickenOnSunday — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:56:56 +0000

I'm not super stressed. Two guests are arriving tonight. This morning I dropped off the OOT bags at the hotels. Family arrives tomorrow....

Biggest issue is with the programs and one of our groomsmen. I just heard yesterday his father is very sick. He has been in Boone, NC with his father since Wednesday. The doctors think it is liver failure. I told his wife to focus on the family and not worry about the wedding. She is going to keep us informed.

So my question - Do I print the programs listing the original groomsmen? Do I wait until the last second to print in case we go with our backup? Again, my stress is small compared to their families.

violinist in outerbanks

alliegator8 — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:33:26 +0000

Hey girls,

I have a friend who is getting married in the outer banks on Sept. 26th and needs to find someone to play at their ceremony. Do you ladies know anyone who she could contact?

Thanks!

engaged!

heybekaruth — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:07:55 +0000

Hi Everyone! I posted a few times earlier this year bc I was the MOH in my sister's wedding - well now it is my turn!

My name is Rebekah and my Fi is Nathan. I'm 26 and he's 29. I own an interior design and remodeling company that specializes in kitchens and baths and Nathan is an insurance broker. We live in Raleigh and have two yorkies, Tucker and Tink.

We got engaged Thursday night. Nathan sent Tink (who is only 3.5 lbs) into the room and she jumped in my lap and I noticed she had a collar on (she normally does not wear one) and I look at it closer to see the words "Marry Me?" in rhinestone letters. Nathan walks around the corner all dressed up, took the ring off the collar, and got down on one knee. It was PERFECT!!

I look forward to getting to know all of you and sharing ideas and such! We are thinking about getting married next June, here in Raleigh.

A dress question from an old knottie

tarheels14 — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 23:16:03 +0000

Hi Ladies! I used to post on here all the time (as jessica82799), but haven't been around much since my wedding last year. Congratulations to all the new engaged ladies and happy planning! I was hoping yall might be able to help me out: I'm trying to remember all the places you can get discount bridesmaids dresses. A friend of mine is trying to cut costs and for the life of me I cannot remember a single place besides Pearl's Place. Isn't there a similar type store that sells dresses for less in Charlotte? Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I hope everyone's planning is going great! A big wave to all my fellow 2009 knotties who are still hanging around! I hope you guys are loving married life. I can't believe how time flies!! =)

Blue Grass Bands in Lake Lure Area

Schrodenger — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:47:31 +0000

Anyone have any advice for bluegrass bands in the Lake Lure area? We are planning our June 2011 wedding there and thinking that bluegrass is the way we want to go.
Thanks!