Rhode Island — The Knot Community

Concrete.

JadeW24 — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 03:12:47 +0000

Hi ladies, I know this is a competing bridal website, but I just need to share with other people going through the process of wedding planning. Through all of this, I encourage you (and me!) to remember that we are actually planning a marriage. The wedding will be over in 8 hours. This marriage we are preparing for will exist for our lives.

http://offbeatbride.com/2011/02/planning-a-marriage-instead-of-a-wedding

Please pardon some of her less than great language.

Happy Reading :), and sorry to be cheesy!

DIY Invitations

MM5678 — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 14:25:39 +0000

Can anyone recommend a site to get paper supplies or DIY invitation kits?

Officiants

wyney — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 23:25:01 +0000

FI and I are looking into two main options for our officiant.

Ideally, we would self-actualize the wedding, but that is illegal in RI.

Our first option would be to have his father ordained to perform the wedding. His parents are Christian, mine are a-religious (but identify as Christian), I am a non-theist and FI is an atheist. Despite that fact that we are not Christian, it has had a very strong cultural impact on us. It would also mean a lot to us for his dad to perform the act (or mom) because it expresses the acceptance and support we've received from them despite our own beliefs. Does anybody know the approximate cost and legality for having FFIL ordained? Btw, he does not live in RI (neither do we).

Our second choice would be have a humanist officiant. We do not belong to any humanist societies, but we support most of its principles and I consider myself humanist. I learned that the concept of having a post-legal ceremony is controversial, but there is a small possibility that it will happen. In this case, we would have a humanist ceremony with friends and family, reducing some of the confusion that arrises when a JP made it legal already, but community makes it official (for us), as the humanist ceremony would be analogous to a Catholic ceremony after the legal wedding. I tried googling for humanist officiants in RI, but didn't find a 'list' or any websites that seemed like good sources. Does anyone have any experience with humanist ceremonies/officiants?

Also, does anybody know if a wedding officiant that does NOT get their authority to do so from status as an eligible government official must then be classified as 'clergy?' What I mean is, by getting ordained for this wedding, would somebody be clergy? I saw a few lines of RI law, but because they didnt address civilians being ordained explicitly, I couldn't tell if I was reading too much into the law.

Tip*C Cupcakes on Groupon today!

DansBride52911 — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 16:26:14 +0000

Great way to sample their cupcakes :-)

http://www.groupon.com/deals/tip-c-cupcakes-providence-1?utm_campaign=UserReferral&utm_medium=facebook&utm_source=uu2508714

Marriott Newport Spa Hair & Make-up

Panthergirlaz — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:49:32 +0000

Hi,

When looking to view a venue for our wedding, I visited the Newport Marriott Spa, which does hair and make-up. I thought the people were nice as well as the facility. I am booked to do a trial for my hair and make-up there in June for our Labor Day weekend wedding. Does anyone have any experience with them? We live in Connecticut, but have only been here for a year, so I don't know any stylists in RI and not really anyone in CT. My connections are all back in AZ, which is where we previously lived.

Any thoughts/experiences/suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I want a down do and I do not like heavy make-up and foundation.

Thanks :)!

Looking for a CAKE vendor for Newport Wedding

Kir1000 — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 18:21:35 +0000

Hi!

I was hopping for recommendations for a cake vendor for my wedding in Newport, RI. I've heard great things about Confections, but to be honest, they have been really hard to get in touch with. Are there any other vendors people have used/had great experience with?

Thank you!!

Table Number Holders and Parasols for Purchase!

[Deleted User] — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 15:55:52 +0000

Hello fellow RI knotties!

I have a few items I am trying to get rid of that I used for my wedding...

4 Chartreuse colored parasols - take all 4 for $10
16 Table # Holders - black wire in a swirl pattern - they are short prob about 3" high... I have 16 (15 tables and a sweetheart) and will sell them all for $20
I also have maybe 8 - 10 acrylic photobooth frames that I can give away for $5 (this is the size frame that would fit one of the strips of my siggy photo)

Can deliver w/in SE Mass/RI area or can meet up at a public place... email me at dayzchic9 at gmail.com

Thanks!

Reception DJ's

abercrombie6198 — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:44:36 +0000

I am having a difficult time finding a dj for my wedding. Is it just me or are all DJ's overweight middle-aged men. I have yet to find a young, talented, energetic DJ who can bring some excitement to my wedding reception. Please let me know if you know of a great DJ!

Making it real

jesslovesdave — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 20:51:06 +0000

Save the Dates are in the mail!

Cake and Flowers

cgorman1313 — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 18:36:13 +0000

Hi everyone!

My Fiancé and I are getting married this august at Kinney Bungalow. One of our biggest obstacles has been we are from Westchester, NY and don’t know a lot of local vendors. Does anyone have any recommendations for cakes and florists? Our caterer recommended Cappucino's in Middletown, Sin Wicked in Providence and also Sweet Sophistications in Bristol for cakes. I’ve contacted Weed weavers for flowers, but would like to hear recommendations, reviews. Thanks everyone,

Christine

Save the Date postcards

katherine Harman — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 17:48:12 +0000

Hi,

Our wedding reception will be in Sept 2011 at The Towers in Narragansett, with a church ceremony.

For our save the dates we bought postcards with a photo of Towers. Some people are from RI and know the Towers, some are not. We like this idea b/c it shows everyone how beautiful the location is and that it is a landmark, and also it's very inexpensive since postage is cheaper.

My question is, does anyone have any ideas as to how to word the invitation?

We got engaged in from of the NYC Rockefeller tree, so I was thinking of saying something about how we got engaged at one landmark and we'll be celebrating our wedding at another, but I don't want it to sound corny.

Also, since it's only a postcard, it needs to be short and sweet.

Thanks!

Reviews of Victor from Party Time DJ

abercrombie6198 — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 02:08:43 +0000

Does anyone have any reviews of Victor from Party TIme DJ?

Cake Recommendations

amylydia23 — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:30:57 +0000

I am currently working on finding a bakery for the cake. The wedding is in Newport so I am hoping to stay as close as I can to my venue. I contacted Scrumptions but would like a few more options. TIA!

Pre Cana

i2012do — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 15:08:20 +0000

This might sound weird- because I know people that went to Pre Cana thought it wasn't fun or was a waste of time or something- but I Also know people that really enjoyed it.

We aren't getting married in a Catholic Church (don't get me started... ) contrary to what I had wanted. Instead we are going to bring in a Reverend to marry us.

I do still think that the classes are kind of nice, to meet other young couples. see where you stand compared to others (ie know we aren't the only ones that have no idea what we are doing in life...), talk about things with a mediator about "hot topics", etc.

Maybe I'm weird to want to do some kind of pre-marriage counseling but anyway, I would like to do something -even if its a few hours...

Can I go to the PreCana classes through the Providence Diocese just "because" even though its not required for us to get married?
Or is there something else we can go do?

For sale & Free photographer

GEL0153 — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 21:35:16 +0000

Hi Ladies I hope everyones planning is going well. I haven't been on here since I got married in september. Married life keeps you busy. lol Anyways I have some stuff for sale if anyone is interested. A dress that I used for a second wedding dress it was a size 6 that I had made into a size 2 $150. A hawaiian style dress size 2 I wore for my jack n jill party. It is a $310 dress I am willing to take $75. I have swinging palm tree frames I used for favors. A new ring barror pillow heart shaped $5. 2 bathroom baskets $10 for both. A tiki hut hand built card box $100. A house card box hand built $100, this is painted white and has real shingles on it. Red gemstones used on bottom of vases (have to see how many bags I have left.) Please email me for pictures Gel0153@aol.com

Also I have started doing photography. I am still new at it, but I would love to do this full time. After my wedding I realized how much more I wanted to do this. But everyone need to start somewhere, so if there is anyone that needs a photographer for this spring/summer that is on a budget and still needs a photographer; I am willing to do it for free. I will do an engagement shoot with you to make sure you like what I do and if you want me for your wedding I will give you your pics on a cd and all the rights to them. I Know you can't advertise on here, but because I am willing to do it for free I didn't think there would be a problem with the post. Please email me with any questions. Gel0153@aol.com

Thanks and good luck with your planning.

Chanler / No amplified music allowed

dribblejack — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 03:59:17 +0000

Hi. I'm getting married at the Chanler Hotel which doesn't allow amplified music after 6 pm (it's an evening wedding). We're still hoping to have dancing at our wedding! Has anyone heard/seen a band perform acoustically & still get the crowd on the dance floor?

For Sale:

jaimelee327 — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 22:22:05 +0000

Custom made Boston Celtics Garter and throw away garter.
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Ceremony Sites

jcorvese — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:45:08 +0000

Ceremony Sites: So I am looking for a ceremony site for my wedding.We really wanted to get married in the chapel at Aldrich but can’t which is really a shame, because its super cute… and I would have had my reception there if I could have gotten married there. But alas, they do not honor interfaith marriages—even between Christians. So its onward and upward.I am looking for something like the Kay chapel at the hotel Viking. Or a nice outdoor space—that has something beautiful/nice/outdoor look. I am Catholic and my fiancé is LDS so it is something to take into consideration with ceremony sites that might be faith based (ala Aldrich). Any ideas??I like the outside area in front of the lighthouse at the Hyatt on Goat island – but not sure if you can justuse the area for a ceremony without having your reception there (ill have to call the amazing Steven and ask!)I am likely getting married in Narragansett or Newport. Let me know your ideas!thanks

AMY MICHELSON POSH WEDDING DRESS!

rmblanchette — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 01:32:33 +0000

Hi Ladies!!

My sister & I are engaged & getting married 6 months apart :) She is in love with Amy Michelson wedding gowns and apparently they have stopped production and not many stores carry her line. Does anyone have or know where to find the Amy Michelson POSH style wedding dress? Here is a link for more information...

http://fashionbride.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/posh_front_web1.jpg

PLEASE let me know if you have any information or anyone has it & is selling it! She is totally willing to buy from someone else!

THANK YOU GIRLS!
xoxo
Renee

RoyalOrient

Motes414 — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 21:53:21 +0000

Hey RoyalOrient, I sent you a PM!

Thanks : )

Wedding Nightmares!

jesslovesdave — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 20:58:55 +0000

Who has them?

I have a lot, my "favorite" so far: my bridesmaids were helping me get ready, and i looked down, there were the invitations - I had never mailed them!!!

More often, I have weird dreams where I seem to forget to go to my own wedding and don't have time to get ready properly...in my dream last night I wasn't wearing my real dress, and my grandmother asked me why I was wearing a mini skirt, lol!

Last week I dreamt our honeymoon was basically at Watchaug Pond, little kids in rafts were splashing water on me and from there it pretty much turned into The Shining.

Please tell me I'm not the only one!!!!

10.23.10 Wedding Reviews

cicconesp — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 23:27:07 +0000

Sorry in advance for all the long reviews. Over the past year I found the post wedding reviews from brides to be incredibly helpful so I spent a lot of time on mine. We had an amazing day and amazing wedding and wish all future brides the same!!

Venue - Newport Yachting Center – A

I broke out the venue and the caterer separately because as many of you know Blackstone which originally managed the Newport Yachting Center venue was bought and is no longer part of the Newport Harbor Association. As a result they will no longer manage the Yachting Center. The venue was absolutely beautiful and we were so happy with how everything came out. The tent is huge and was perfect for our 200+ person wedding. Our DJ provided some up lighting around the walls of the tent which I would definitely recommend. It helped soften all the bright whiteness of the tent. We had our sunset ceremony outside on the dock overlooking the water and the Newport Bridge (thank goodness Saturday was about 10 degrees warmer than the rest of the weekend.) All and all we were thrilled with the location.

Caterer – Blackstone – A+

I cannot say enough about Blackstone and Karen Conley . They were amazing. 5 Star all the way! The food and service was incredible. It was a chilly night so Karen had a few surprises that blew us away. Karen surprised us by serving hot apple cider while guests arrived for the ceremony and she handed Pashmina’s for all the ladies who were cold. There was always a staff member nearby bring us Hors d'oeuvres or filling drinks while we were taking pictures and even making sure I had a shawl or something to warm me up. The food was tremendous! They even packed up all the extras left over from the table and managed to locate the toasting glasses which had been left who knows where. They took amazing care us all night. Cannot say enough about them!!

Viking Tours – Trolley – A

Fabulous job. Incredibly professional. We had the trolley for 7 hours running a route between the hotel our venue. The driver took excellent care of the guests we couldn’t have been happier.

DJ Ramu & the Crew – A+

All I have to say is WOW what an amazing find! We actually had DJ Ramu’s brother, DJ Imho who was phenomenal. Very professional and yet at the same time knows how to keep the party going. I had so many people compliment the music and honestly the dance floor was never empty. His package is all inclusive, he doesn’t have any up-sells which was awesome. He provided up-lighting around the tent as part of our package and a flat screen TV that played videos from us, music videos and more. He had a fantastic assistant that would go out in the crowd and dance with some of the guests to keep everything flowing which was an awesome touch. He actually ran out of business cards because so many folks asked for his contact info. Awesome job!!

For Sale: Wedding Leftovers- some NEW, some USED

Em&MC2B — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:01:18 +0000

I'm in the process of getting a For Sale page started but in the meantime here's a list of stuff I have available from my Sept. wedding. If you are interested in anything I can send prices, details, and pictures just post your email address and which items. Happy Planning!
-          Glass Cake Stand
-          6 blue round placemats
-          13 brown round placemats
-          Octagon White Cardboard Card box
-          Cake serving set
-          Thin headband/tiara
-          7 -10inch paper doilies
-          Glass vase w/ candle holder and pillar candle (w/ removable white/brown sand & beachy décor)
-          2 Glass vases w/ candle holder and pillar candle (w/ removable blue sand & beachy décor)
-          Glass vase w/ candle holder and USED pillar candle (w/ removable blue sand & beachy décor)
-          3 Glass vases w/ removable blue & white rock décor inside
-          3 Bridesmaids silk bouquets
-          1 Bride silk bouquet
-          5 silk Boutonnieres (1 has double flower & can be used for groom)
-          Box of 1 ½” Corsage Pins
-          57 Blue & white Adhesive Seals
-          49 Tapered glass votives w/ used candles (25 have removable ribbon on them)
-          30 Glass votives w/ candles
-          6 votive candles only
-          Package of Blue glitter decorative sticks
-          White Ring bearer pillow
-          Package of “pearl & crystal” bouquet stems
-          Garter
-          Cake topper w/ angel figurines
-          Cake topper w/ wedding bells
-          Glass toasting flutes
-          Bride & Groom Robes
-          Pew/ Table flower clips
-          Brown Favor Boxes
-          17 Printable Table #/ Menu Cards
-          2 Packages of 12 Printable Invitations
-          Size 10 Blue Shoes
-          Size 6 Used White Tiffany Designs Gown
-          Size 6 Used Ivory Davids Bridal Y8977 Gown

David Bettencourt Videographer

Jaime&Conor — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 01:05:03 +0000

Has anyone used David Bettencourt? Reviews?

Shoes!

Talkativ15 — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 21:21:43 +0000

Anyone recommend a place to find some shoes for the big day? Im excited I found my dress but now want to find the shoes....I`m not a heels girl and I need the practice ha ha!

casual rehearsal dinner locations in South County

Bunnybride79 — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 15:30:41 +0000

Hi all,

Sorry to be a board hog this AM, but you all give such great advice! Please forgive..:)

My second question 'o' the day is if anyone has any thoughts on where a good, casual place in South County (the closer to Narragansett the better) would be to host our rehearsal dinner. We have about 30 people, and a realxed, fun c-a-s-u-a-l environment is a must! We have, again, (see a them here?!) a tiny budget - about $18-20 pp including drinks.

BBQ, burgers, whatever-- just needs to be in South County, taste good, and be a place where people can get together and relax tand have fun the night before the big day!

Thanks again for your advice.

Old fashion car rental

abercrombie6198 — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 03:12:29 +0000

Does anyone know any transportation company's that offer old fashioned cars like from the 50's/60's?

RI engagement party locations

AmandaLeigh1014 — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 22:55:10 +0000

Hellooo! My Grandmother and my Aunt are throwing an engagement party for my FI and I, however they are keeping me completely involved (which i love!) is that unordinary and/or selfish to help plan my own party?? Also, I was just wondrering if anyone had any ideas for an inexpensive location for an engagement party. Just trying to keep it simple and informal. We were originally going to throw the party at my grandmothers house, we just werent sure if the space would be an issue. It'll probaby be in June so an outdoor venue is acceptable as well! Thanks in advance!

Makeup and hair salon/spa

DeliteSmith — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:25:38 +0000

Hi girls, I am looking for a salon/spa place to get ready at the day of the wedding, anywhere between North Kingstown and Lincoln. There aren't many of us, probably 5 or 6, and I'd love a place where we can chill on couches and drink champagne, etc.

I don't think my hair will be complicated, just an easy up-do, but what I am kind of picky about is the makeup, I don't really want a place that only uses one brand, I want more of a makeup artist who might have a whole selection of brands, etc (I love makeup, especially brands like Urban Decay). Is there any places like that? Or will I have to find a salon for hair and get an artist to come to me? Or should I just deal with it and go with a place that maybe uses one brand?

I should also add that I am trying to find a place that doesn't break the bank. :^)

Thanks!

inexpensive casual party wedding

lornajaymes1 — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 18:04:11 +0000

Has anyone been to a wedding at camp kiwanee in mass., and if so , can you please give me some info.? My fiance and I have been together for 9 yrs ,and we love to party, so we are looking for a casual outside fall wedding reception that is longer than the usual 5 hr. reception. Maybe some kind of pig roast / bbq, lots of alcohol, nothing traditional!!