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Wedding Planner Courses
jadewortley@googlemail.com, 7 November, 2014 at 12:52

Hi Everyone, I am looking at doing a course in weddding planner course as I would LOVE to start my own business but there are SO many!! Does anybody have any reccomendations?? Many Thanks, Jade xx ? ...

*Funky*, friday 7-Nov-14 547
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Wedding transport for guests - is it necessary?
a-cheap-date, 7 November, 2014 at 10:29

What are people doing for transport for their guests? We are getting married in our local church and the reception venue is a 20 minute drive away. However, the cheapest hotel near to the reception...

a-cheap-date, friday 7-Nov-14 5 2,387
TwoDucks
Broken Ankle....Wedding in 3 weeks!! :( What would you do?
TwoDucks, 2 November, 2014 at 12:51

Hi Hitchers, I went on my hen weekend on Friday and before the fun could even start I tripped down the last step of the stairs and have managed to break my ankle I'm several places!! Aside from the...

pipkins17, friday 7-Nov-14 34 6,758
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wedding dress cold feet FLASH
Princess Bride 2013, 4 November, 2014 at 18:06

Hi Ladies, After months of wedding dress shopping I finally took the plunge and put down a deposit on my dress. I tried it on 3 times over the past month so didn't jump into it lightly. The problem is...

cymruangel, thursday 6-Nov-14 12 2,568
TreacleTart
first dance alternatives
TreacleTart, 6 November, 2014 at 10:03

Despite not being much for being the centre of attention, especially when dancing, I kinda wanted to have a first dance, but as we're not going to have one I'm wondering if there's anything else we...

TreacleTart, thursday 6-Nov-14 396
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Wedding Dress Retail Outlet Birmingham
lauren_t, 5 November, 2014 at 12:20

Hi everyone, Im going here on Sunday with my mum & sister. First time going dress shopping and I am dreading it!! Has anyone else been here before or heard what its like? Thanks x x

auntiejo1, thursday 6-Nov-14 7 2,109
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Mirror plates for centerpieces
Purplecake, 4 November, 2014 at 09:42

I was just wondering what everyone's thoughts are on these? The florist who is making our centerpieces suggested strongly they should be used, as they really 'finish off' the table. But at £5 hire per...

Melancholie, wednesday 5-Nov-14 15 3,925
samidolls
Questions about giving notice
samidolls, 3 November, 2014 at 19:00

So I have booked for us to give notice in a few weeks (for some bizarre reason we have to do it before December even though we aren't getting married until September 2015). Anyway I just wanted some...

Future Mr's R, wednesday 5-Nov-14 5 11,453
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Manchester wedding venue with a difference
, 1 November, 2014 at 09:16

Hi all, We're getting married in 2016 and struggling a bit with our venue. We want something a bit different, which ideally means no hotels, but searching the internet has proved a bit, well,...

RusticBride15, wednesday 5-Nov-14 17 3,309
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Best month July or August?
MellieMoo, 4 November, 2014 at 22:06

Having a minor meltdown as thought we had everything sorted but the photographer we really want can't do the date we had planned argh! We picjed it specifically because it's proven to be the driest,...

Superhanka, tuesday 4-Nov-14 7 3,960
Mrs_T2B
O/T Eyelash Tinting
Mrs_T2B, 7 March, 2011 at 09:32

Good morning ladies, I hope you're all well. Just a quick one; have any of you ever had your eyelashes tinted? Was going to get semi permanent lashes for the big day & for the honeymoon but I've...

Forever&always, tuesday 4-Nov-14 18 2,295
ChannyPink
funny/cute readings or poems
ChannyPink, 17 May, 2013 at 22:54

Looking for anything for ceremony, readings, speeches or even poems for cards, Really want something a bit funny too!

weddingrose, tuesday 4-Nov-14 13 8,243
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Self catering wedding reception venues West/North Yorkshire
Misssparkles, 3 November, 2014 at 07:47

Hi, my h2b and I have had our wedding planned since May, we had the venue (3 hours away from home at a hotel) and caterers booked but due to a change in personal circumstances we are now wanting to...

Rachael Pereira Phot, tuesday 4-Nov-14 2 2,515
FrankeeDoodles
Reasonable price for a DJ??
FrankeeDoodles, 1 November, 2014 at 16:21

So I've been looking into getting a DJ for the evening, and have had quotes by one company and an independent DJ. The company has amazing lighting effects, does a personalised spotlight for the wall...

InkedDoll, tuesday 4-Nov-14 8 1,447
miss_winter14
Bathroom Baskets- contents
miss_winter14, 20 January, 2014 at 12:42

Ok, what else, if anything, do i need in my bathroom baskets? Men: Mini body sprays Wet-wipes Comb Gum Tic-tacs Headache Pills Rennie tablets Women: Wet-wipes Comb Gum Tic-tacs Headache Pills Rennie...

jessuk, tuesday 4-Nov-14 9 2,096
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Wedding DJ York/North Yorkshire.....HELP!
, 16 April, 2014 at 15:48

Hi all, I'm looking for a wedding DJ/Disco for our wedding in York on the 18th September 2015, I'm a bit nervous about booking a DJ as obviously I'm not going to find out how good (or bad) he/she is...

thespectrumband@hotm, monday 3-Nov-14 3 2,116
alexandrawedding@hotmail.co.uk
Wedding in 6 days *mega flash* diy heavy!
alexandrawedding@hotmail.co.uk, 2 November, 2014 at 09:37

Showing off all my things in the desperate hope it all comes together on Saturday! Our venue, Pimhill Barn on shrewsbury. My dresses day/night My flower girl dresses 5 littlies Make up trial. (I'll do...

pinkypoo85, monday 3-Nov-14 28 4,661
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Eternity ring instead of wedding band?
MellieMoo, 31 October, 2014 at 19:06

My engagement ring is very simple, just yellow gold with one small, square cut diamond. i absolutely love it but would like something a bit more sparkly on my finger so was thinking of having an...

pammy67, monday 3-Nov-14 9 13,817
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Bunting tape? Stupid question!
Scottish_Sarah, 31 October, 2014 at 12:26

Hi guys, I'm feeling really stupid here as I can't remember what the hell the bunting tape is called?! I know there are two types and if you are having a long length (which we are) then it's best to...

Barnett2015, sunday 2-Nov-14 2 874
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Question for TOGS about lighting
Future*mrsP, 31 October, 2014 at 14:52

The ceremony room at our venue is almost like a little chapel (its actually a room that used to be used by the freemasons!), lots of wooden beams and a lovely black and white tiled floor, but it has...

mariannechuaphotogra, sunday 2-Nov-14 14 2,347
Shelly70
DUMB QUESTION RE. TABLE PLAN & NAME PLACES
Shelly70, 31 October, 2014 at 08:27

Hi All Really sorry if this is a dumb question but when you are doing your table plan and name place cards what do you call yourself? Will you be putting Bride and Groom on the table plan and name...

NorthSouthGirl, friday 31-Oct-14 7 1,741
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Indecisive bride!
Helenheh502, 29 October, 2014 at 20:51

Hello everyone So I'm new to hitched as have just recently got engaged. My problem is I'm so indecisive I just can't decide what sort of wedding I would like! I think I would prefer an autumn or...

Helenheh502, friday 31-Oct-14 5 1,207
MrsWarland2b
What petticoat to wear?
MrsWarland2b, 30 October, 2014 at 12:17

Ok so heres the thing I have bought my fabulous Morilee dress 5108, Its lovely but I am worried about wearing a underskirt? Its really fitted with a massive fishtale at the bottom completly made of...

MrsWarland2b, thursday 30-Oct-14 4 1,007
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Sabatouers
dragoneye454, 28 October, 2014 at 14:07

Hey all, A little vent I am afraid. How do you cope with sabatouers. I have two. My MIL who is unhappy with everything we do and now I have my sister. She was going to be a bridesmaid but has things...

Sparty, thursday 30-Oct-14 8 1,467 1
pinkypoo85
Might be a silly TOG question......
pinkypoo85, 28 October, 2014 at 15:01

I have contacted a few TOGs to start seeing what they offer in their packages and style of photography etc but what else should I be asking them? Might be a really silly question but I am not sure!...

Bruce Neville Photog, wednesday 29-Oct-14 17 2,106
Cupcake26
Bridesmaid dresses *flash*
Cupcake26, 28 October, 2014 at 13:07

Amazing fit on all 3 of my very different shape bridesmaids! They looked stunning and i'm so happy they all liked them! Another thing ticked off the list -thought this was going to be one of the...

Cupcake26, wednesday 29-Oct-14 4 1,613
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What have you chosen for your wedding breakfast?
Aquiescence*, 29 October, 2014 at 10:26

Hello, Just out of interest really..... We had the initial idea of antipasti sharing platters for a starter (cold meats, cheese, olives etc) and a sharing roast meat joint on the table for guests to...

MissJag, wednesday 29-Oct-14 18 2,368
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Wedding day timeline - confused!
Rose25, 28 October, 2014 at 15:26

Hi folks I received some really useful advice on here last week when I was stressing about the size of my engagement ring, so thought I'd pick people's brains on my latest concern - figuring out the...

Rose25, wednesday 29-Oct-14 8 2,567
I-go-by-many-names
romantic cottages for our mini-moon, recommend any?
I-go-by-many-names, 27 October, 2014 at 23:56

Exactly this, we would like to book a mini-moon, preferably in the north of England or Scotland. Maybe 3-4 nights in a romantic cottage or self catering apartment with hot tub or spa facilities. Does...

Rach16273, wednesday 29-Oct-14 10 1,807
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The Gruffalo/Gruffalo's child...
HeavyMetalMaiden, 28 October, 2014 at 16:15

Believe it or not, this is wedding related.. My son and I have fallen in love with these Gruffalo films (and books), and at certain points in the films, the acoustic guitar playing in the backgroud is...

Paul & Dawn, wednesday 29-Oct-14 4 1,308
Bubbahumpska
R & Z World Bridesmaid Dresses? (Birmingham Dress Lady)
Bubbahumpska, 21 October, 2014 at 13:01

Has anyone had bridesmaids dresses from there? I have see n mostly positive reviews but was wondering if anyone could flash me dresses they have bought? Thanks xxxxxx

auntiejo1, wednesday 29-Oct-14 6 2,445
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Westmill Farm / Three Lakes Ware
joeyno1, 25 October, 2014 at 22:23

Hi all, new to the forums so will be hopefully getting lots of ideas and advice! After being engaged for nearly 2 years thought it was about time to set a date! Looking at the Westmill Farm venue near...

joeyno1, wednesday 29-Oct-14 13 3,032

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