North Carolina — The Knot Community

Anyone skipping Save the Dates?

CLTKate — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:09:13 +0000

What is recommended time line for sending out save the dates and invites? I'm considering skipping the Save the Dates (more eco-friendly to skip) and sending only invitations. Since we're having a destination wedding, guests need to plan far in advance. Do you think it's okay to send invitations now? 10 months before the event?

RENTAL COSTS! GRR!!

dvwaldro — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:11:31 +0000

Hello Ladies!

I am so confused today and I was hoping that someone, anyone, can help me out. We are considering a venue here in Fayetteville that does not include in tables and chairs, but the room itself rents for much cheaper than other places. Our dilemma of course, is that we would have to rent the tables and chairs necessary for throwing a wedding reception. My question is this, would it be cheaper to just rent a place for the standard couple thousand that comes with table and chairs and linens and things, or get the bare room and maybe that will save us some money? i have called around to CE Party Rentals and Classic Party Rentals, but I haven't been able to get anyone on the phone. Has anyone had any expecience with either of these companies or know about their prices? If it is the same prices, we are thinking that maybe we should just pay the extra money and already have the tables and chairs. Please help!

BTW: We will have about 225 guests at our wedding. Thanks! You ladies are the best!!!!

Recommend your Netflix!

NcsuPsych — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:41:15 +0000

Hey ladies!

So our Queue is rediciously long (like 70 movies) where as my 'Instant' isn't as great.

Any recommendations from you lovely ladies for the instant? We like pretty much anything!

Plus I'm bored. . .whats up? :o)

Blogs!

meredithl618 — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:26:05 +0000

Since its kind of a slow afternoon and I think most people on here are into blogging... I need followers!! I've made some updates to our newlywed blog, but it's just kind of sitting there. I'd love to have people reading/following. So, check it out!

http://newlywedmcgees.blogspot.com

Also, everyone else should post links to their blogs, planning, cooking, decorating, or others.

Have a great rest of the day everyone :)

Card box question

ChickenOnSunday — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 19:06:02 +0000

This is for the ladies on the board who are married.

What did you all use for your cards? I've seen lots of pictures of stacked boxes and bird cages. Is it necessary to have the cards in something that is somewhat secure? Who are the potential sketchy people? It better not be my guests....

Just looking for some suggestions. I would love to use a mailbox, but I don't exactly have an extra one lying around. I also like the idea of an old suitcase with a slit cut in the top, again, I don't have one lying around.

Dress Boutiques Charlotte,NC and surrounding area

pink706 — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 14:33:06 +0000

I have just recently started looking at dresses. I live in South Carolina right on the North Carolina line. I'm looking for a well made gown for the right price, I definately don't want to spend over $2,000.00. I've googled bridal shops in the area but I don't want to just pick one blindly. And honestly the reviews don't give much information on price, just how great the service was. So long story short does anyone have any first hand experience to share!!!

Thanks in Advance!

Negotiate dress cost or pay sticker?

CLTKate — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 19:19:17 +0000

Did you negotiate a better price on your wedding dress? I've learned that everything is negotiable, but what is reasonable when it comes to wedding dresses?

First day

gabbyjo — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:44:52 +0000

Hey ya'll. This is my first day working on my wedding. This is so cool that there is a board for us Carolina girls! I have really enjoyed reading about all the weddings and looking at pictures. I can't wait to get started!

MOB dresses in Charlotte

awest126 — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:03:40 +0000

Where are some good stores in Charlotte to search for mother of the bride dresses?

wedding dress shopping in Charlotte

clp1982 — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:09:40 +0000

J Major's versus Mecklenburg Bridal. Anybody have any thoughts? I live in NYC and I'm going home to gown shop. Thanks!

tarheelbabs

dawsonm — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:44:18 +0000

I'm at UNC too! Going into 2L! I heard this is the worst year, so I'm trying to relish this wedding planning while I can!

Happy Hump Day!

wlfpkbride — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:42:17 +0000

I am so looking forward to Friday! DH is having to work over 10 hours a day this week to make up for missing work last Monday due to the power outage. Friday will just be an 8 hour day so that will be nice. I hope everyone has a great day!

Looking For Fit and Competitive Engaged Couples for a new VH1 Show to win a Dream Wedding.

WeddingWars — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 21:31:53 +0000

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Every couple deserves the wedding of their dreams, but a fantasy

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it can cost an arm and a leg and sometimes, your sanity.

How far are you willing to go to make

that spectacular dream wedding a reality?

As a united couple, prepare to battle it out all in pursuit of the

dream dress, the fabulous honeymoon, the romantic destination

and other prizes that will turn your wedding day into the

perfection you deserve and the shared event of a lifetime.

If you and your fiancé are the perfect team, competitive and

have the heart and passion to win your idyllic wedding in

paradise, RSVP NOW!

Doron Ofir Casting cordially invites engaged couples who are

planning on a 2011 wedding who are at least the age of 21 and

appear younger than 35 to compete together as a team.

Love conquers all in this brand new competition series. Strap

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in love... but this time its war!

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Happy Tuesday

pirategal03 — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 13:01:00 +0000

I woke up today to a pay-pal e-mail that my invitations have shipped. :) I can't wait to see them! I've just got to finish addressing the envelopes and get them in the mail in 2 weeks. I can't believe we're that close. I should probably finish our website so when the invites direct people to it there's something there to see.

How's y'all's Tuesday?

For Sale Items

LeahVirginia — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 12:27:19 +0000

Hello,

I have a lot of items for sale:)

Please email me @ Leah_Virginia@yahoo.com for inquiries.

Not listed in the link are 3 sets of bridal earrings and lime green paper lanterns.

Link to items & pictures.....
http://june19th2010.weebly.com/

zingaro1000

kernvalerie — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:57:21 +0000

You have a PM.

Impressed with Jared's

kernvalerie — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:59:24 +0000

This morning I noticed I had lost one of the side diamonds in my e-ring. Thank goodness FI had bought the extended service plan at Jared's when he bought my ring!!

I took it in around 1pm, they noticed that another side diamond was loose, and had it repaired and ready for me to pick up by 5pm.

We almost didn't even look at rings at Jared because I cannot stand their advertising. But I am so glad we did. Can't say enough good things about the Jared's in G-boro!

Cake pricing?

sunnysarahinNC — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:14:35 +0000

Hi Ladies!

So if you read my previous post, I am about to select my cake! We're only have 120 people, so it'll probably be a 3 layer cake; and the design I like is very simple- all white with a little bit of piping, all buttercream- so basically, design cost will be low.

How much did you pay/are you paying per person? I've been hearing the 4.50 to 5.50 range, which sounds high to me! I will pay for good cake of course, but just wondering if I'm paying too much :)

Thanks!

Centerpiece PIP confusion.

Adi1076 — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:23:57 +0000

Hi Gals! I feel like it has been ages since I have been able to post. I hope that all is going well in your planning processes. So, I have been working on centerpieces most recently. I am kinda stumped about what I like more. We are doing clusters of candles in lieu of flowers for budget reasons but I feel like something is missing. Which do you like more....the candles with the gems stones scattered on the mirrors like this?

or does the cluster look better with the gems in the glass cylinders like this? And should I add anything else to the display to add more color?

(Please excuse the wrinkled sage overlays...I was trying to get the big picture)
Thanks ladies...any and all opinions are welcome!

STD magnets

emcardillo — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 21:53:10 +0000

So I'm trying to decide on a STD magnet. Do you put your last names on the magnet too? All of the ones I have from previous friends weddings have their last names on there (smaller font, under their first name), but my mom seems to think it's not needed. There are ppl that I do not know that are invited to the wedding. They are friends of my FILs, and to be quite honest, I don't know how many of them know my FI on just a first name basis. He may not have seen them in 10+ years.
Help! What do I do?
Thanks in advance!

Atlantic Beach/Emerald Isle

carolinagal78 — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:35:36 +0000

Anyone have any suggestions on receptions for the Atlantic Beach or Emerald Isle area? My fiance and I just got engaged 7/19 and want a beach wedding for Sept 2011. We are looking at about 50 guests. I have an appt w/the Sheraton next wkend but want backup ideas. We are paying for the wedding and need a budget friendly reception.

Clinton Weddings vs. Bush Weddings

andrea01012009 — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 13:17:46 +0000

nothing like a 3 million dollar gig for a wedding while the rest of the country continues to struggle in poverty and foreclosures.

people can say what they want about the bush's but they were classy classy people and when you compare the two presidential daughther weddings, the proof is clear. nothing like actuals to tell a story.

and who wants a vegan cake...no eggs no milk, butter or cream and to go gluten free. all the basis for one nasty tasting cake.

Photography Recs

sunnysarahinNC — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:28:25 +0000

Hi ladies- third post in a row and second to last one this morning I promise! (Trying to catch up from my hiatus :))

Has anyone worked with/interviewed Evergreen Studio (in Charlotte) or Simple Moments (they have a Raleigh office, but I'd be using Sabrina in Charlotte)? We met Simple Moments this past weekend, and are meeting Evergreen this week.

I definitely clicked well with Sabrina at Simple Moments. Plus, she'd provide all day coverage with an assistant, meaning I can get pics of FI early in the day too. Her pricing was lower, and when my mom asked why, she was very candid in saying that she's only been photographing professionally for 2 years- her SIL runs the office in Raleigh. And, I liked Sabrina's work!

Anyways, any feedback you all have would be great! :)

sister dilemma

carolinagal78 — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:28:40 +0000

Hi everyone! I'm new here. Just engaged as of 7/19/10 and planning a 9/10/11. I want to get married on the beach. My fiance and I plan to get our wedding party small with just 2 attendants. I'm not really close to my sister even though we live in the same town. We get along fine but just arent close. I would rather use my two best friends as maid of honor and bridesmaid but dont want my sis upset w/me. What do you think? My fiance thinks I shouldnt worry about it since we arent close but he's a guy so I need girl opinions.

Good Morning Monday

sundrop24 — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 10:30:02 +0000

Wake up call, back to reality for me! Hope everyone is doing well. I got kicked over to the nest this morning.... :(

My wedding...AWESOME
My honeymoon ..... AMAZING!!

I have to get ready for work, but hope everyone has a good Monday. Find me on facebook if you want to see pics of wedding, etc. My email on there is jaguter@live.com.

Hello everyone!

Mle2011 — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 18:51:26 +0000

Just thought I'd pop in and introduce myself! My name is Emily, FI is Craig! Right now our tentative wedding date is Oct 29, 2011. We are both from the Wilmington area, but currently stuck in Dallas, TX (BOOOOO). So naturally we are planning to get married in Wilmywood.

Our wedding date depends on two things...first is his best man. He is in the Navy, and we are waiting to make sure he isn't going to be on deployment for the wedding, because, well, that would suck! Second is Craig himself! He is planning to go overseas himself for a contract job in September. It's a year contract, so if all goes according to plan he would be back next September. So here is hoping!

We both want an outside wedding, but not on the beach (I'm thinking the river). And right now still in the early planning stages, as our money is going towards getting him ready to go over (passport, physical etc.). I hope to get to know you all better, and good luck with all your own planning! ^_^

carolinagirl426

Beth0882 — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 13:44:05 +0000

I just responded to your PM -- sorry didn't see it sooner!

For the much more crafty.... 2 things, 1 PIP

SassyPants150 — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 01:14:44 +0000

First off, we made a last minute decision to add some fans to our ceremony based on the fact that the weather has been absolutely blistering. I bought these black paper fans and I was wanting to attach a small note with something crafty. We're going to be outside at Lake Lure if that helps with some creativity =)

Centerpieces! This picture is old, we've since curled more of the silver pieces but still leaving some tall and I love how they look. I'm having fuschia pintuck overlays with the centerpieces on them. Do you think I should A. Invest in mirrors to place them on and maybe add some beads or B. Create a square with the damask fabric much like the inside to pull together all of the black, white, pink colors?

Thank yous and In laws

caseyeverhart — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 13:09:32 +0000

I'm trying to get A LOT of things completed before I start back to school in a couple of weeks and was making up a basic draft of our program. I got to the Thank yous on the back and was just going to write some notes for when I'm ready to finish them up.

Here is the issue (or what I think is an issue?). I know the thank yous are supposed to go to both sets of familes (Fiance's and mine), though, Fiance's family has been almost completely MIA the whole time we've been dating. 4 years of dating and I've met the majority of them 3 times. They currently live an hour and a half away and have never come to visit us (we are always the ones to visit them).

The only thing I've gotten from them about the wedding is a cousin demanding her and her other cousin needed jobs in the wedding (via Facebook), and a question about what color dresses I would want them to wear (via Myspace).

My family on the other hand has been here for both of us since the beginning. We've gone through a couple of really rough patches (not in our relationship but just life things) and my family has dropped everything to come help/support us. They have been there 24/7 since the beginning and are extremely involved in the wedding planning/decisions and really just with our lives.

As far as thank yous go, I want to express my extreme gratitude for everything my family has done for us and really tell the world how thankful I am for all their support and care over the years.

I thought about writing individual cards so I can really personalize it but I still want to put a thank you on the programs and make a speech at the RD.

So this leaves me with this: If you were in this situation, how would you handle this?

I feel as if I write this big long thank you, keeping up with how my families will be, about how amazing Fiance's family has been and how they have been so supportive and such to us would be a complete fabrication. Most of our wedding party/guests would probably know that to. On the flip side if I make both the thank yous really short I feel as if I'm really jipping my family, and I really want everyone to know how thankful I am?

This also goes for our speech at the RD?

Let me know what you guys think. Sorry about my long, rambling post!

i own a wedding dress! long!

sunnysarahinNC — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 17:39:54 +0000

Ok, here's the update! wedding dress = best birthday present ever!

we went back to darlynns, and I tried on the dresses i had narrowed down- there were 3, plus two others that i decided to try for the first time. i am so glad i didn't purchase on saturday- the dress i loved just wasn't doing it for me! i ended up buying the VERY FIRST dress i put on saturday! it's an allure dress, i will post a pic as soon as I can find one! i would have never tried the dress on because i'm so short, i didn't think it would work- but it's totally the one and has everything i love!

and, we decided to go with the black strapless BM dress from DB! i had my sister try it on, because she's the most "busty" of the bridal party, and it looked great on her!

goals for the week: put deposits on the catering & dj!

FI and I are off to meet with the travel agent! have a great day everyone!