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Service Charge on Venue cost
nicnol of Planning, 29 September, 2011 at 13:30

I have just paid my final invoice for the venue (woo hoo) and have now received an email back about gratuity on the night. It states that the old policy of adding 5% service charge to the final bill...

Alex, thursday 17-Jul-25 18 8,136
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Brides with a princess/tulle wedding dress.....hoop question
nicnol of Planning, 15 June, 2011 at 10:38

Morning ladies. I went to see the alterations lady at the shop I bought my dress to get a quote on cost. Turns out my dress doesn't need any alteration on the top (I still have 4mths to go, this could...

Renee, monday 24-Aug-20 3 4,083 1
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Can anyone help me name this women
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 14 June, 2012 at 12:34

Guy at work has just seen someone in the street and it's driving us mad who it is. I know who he is talking about but can't remember her name. Description: She wears glasses, is a larger lady,...

nicnol, thursday 14-Jun-12 2 545
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Who do they think they are!?
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 7 February, 2012 at 09:08

Forgetting about reality TV stars, who do you think is the most over-rated/over-paid/over-advertsised "celebrity " for not doing a lot? My answer would be Kelly Brook. I haven't the foggiest why she...

Panjita, wednesday 8-Feb-12 44 1,960
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*sens* This is sad
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 7 February, 2012 at 17:50

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2097676/Ben-Richards-battling-cancer-Footballers-Wives-The-Bill-actor-39-reveals-Twitter.html I liked him in both Footballers Wives and The Bill and so sad...

ebony_rose, tuesday 7-Feb-12 2 352
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My 1000th post! Let's have a party
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 7 February, 2012 at 10:29

Ok so it's not quite up there with some of you but still quite an achievement. You're allowed to bring One song, One item of party food, and one guest famous/non-famous I'll start! I'm going to start...

quackers, tuesday 7-Feb-12 15 1,750
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Facebook and Timeline
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 26 January, 2012 at 14:02

Anyone seen this? http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2091735/Facebook-Timeline-mandatory-users--just-7-days-clean-up.html So does that mean items are available to public/non-friends unless...

SassyT, saturday 28-Jan-12 17 1,195
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Another diet related thread....FAO: those on SW
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 6 January, 2012 at 15:40

How do you make your mashed potato without a ton of butter? I've got sausage and mash for dinner but don't want it to end up tasting like something I'd fill cracks with!

Vee Tee, friday 6-Jan-12 16 983
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****nicnol's wedding report - 22nd October 2011****
nicnol of Planning, 18 November, 2011 at 15:05

Drum roll please....... I don’t know how well this will come across as I will be the first to admit my story telling skills are not the greatest, so I am hoping that the photo’s (all unedited) will...

kathryn2010, tuesday 22-Nov-11 29 4,995
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Recommend me your wardrobes
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 17 November, 2011 at 10:58

So random and boring I know but we need new wardrobes and I need help! We have a two small alcoves in our bedroom which is the only place the wardrobes can go so they ideally have to be no bigger than...

BumbleBrat, thursday 17-Nov-11 3 228
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one for the OM's....thank you cards
nicnol of Planning, 11 November, 2011 at 13:57

Looking at getting some postcards with a picture that we have chosen from our professional pic's. Any recommendations as to where I can get it done? I've looked at vistaprint but wanted to look...

Bride2BMilliexx, monday 14-Nov-11 11 1,437
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Best photo website
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 11 November, 2011 at 15:26

I've always used photobox. Anyone else have recommendations!?

Red Baroness, friday 11-Nov-11 8 256
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I'm back as an OM....with a sneaky flash
nicnol of Planning, 9 November, 2011 at 17:05

I'm back Ladies & Gents. Have actually been back from honeymoon a week now but manic at work and haven't been able to get on H much recently! I have started to write my report (although it's slow...

sal.san, thursday 10-Nov-11 16 2,229
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*******Good Luck Thread******* JUDECLARKE*******22nd October
nicnol of Planning, 30 September, 2011 at 09:20

As a fellow 22nd October bride I thought I would start your thread (and sincere apologies to anyone if I've stepped on anyone's shoes!) Jude it's been a great pleasure planning with you and you have...

sal.san, friday 21-Oct-11 43 2,295
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*****nicnol is outta here******
nicnol of Planning, 19 October, 2011 at 08:47

So then Ladies (& Gentlemen) it is officially my signing off thread! Last day at work today and doubt I will get to get much on hitched over today or the next few days! Thank you for all your help...

Random Name, wednesday 19-Oct-11 11 794
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It's the final countdown
nicnol of Planning, 17 October, 2011 at 10:09

Woo hoo ? so 5 days to go....3 left at work. My only problem is that I sprained my finger yesterday trying to catch a ball and it's very swollen and very purple looking! Sat at work with my finger in...

aecy, monday 17-Oct-11 5 309
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Hairdresser coming to house....a question (possibly one for the OMs)
nicnol of Planning, 14 October, 2011 at 13:22

For those who had a simple blow dry did you wash your hair that morning when the hairdresser came round or earlier? I've just text mine to find out what is happening but BM is just having a blowdry....

ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown, friday 14-Oct-11 4 559
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Completely self indulgent post....2nd hen weekend here I come
nicnol of Planning, 22 September, 2011 at 13:45

I am very lucky as I will be flying out to Spain in about 5 hours to go on my 2nd hen weekend. First one was with my besties in Bournemouth 2 weeks ago and now I'm off to sunny Spain to meet up with...

jojo2, thursday 22-Sep-11 1 202
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Bridesmaid dress alterations - WWYD
nicnol of Planning, 20 September, 2011 at 11:56

My BM dresses are in but I have to get my BMs fitted at different times due to holidays. That's ok but the dress shop charge £30-£50 for taking in and £30-£50 to take up. Potentially £200 for...

nicnol, tuesday 20-Sep-11 2 473
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For the OMs (or anyone with experience) hair & make up timings
nicnol of Planning, 19 September, 2011 at 10:51

I know generally you should have hair done first then make up in case hairdresser smudges make up (?) but thinking this may be difficult for me as my friend is doing my make up and she's a guest so...

Little Madam, monday 19-Sep-11 5 637
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It's my Hen Weekend tomorrow!!!
nicnol of Planning, 8 September, 2011 at 16:24

? I'm not sure I've ever done a bouncy before but I feel its needed!! ? All I know is we're going to Bournemouth and I cannot wait.....so excited!!!

germaki, thursday 8-Sep-11 4 413
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History of cars
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 19 August, 2011 at 11:27

Me and OH were talking about our first cars last night & then what followed This is mine Fiat Panda Dance - My first car after passing my driving test. My Mum bought it for the lary seats (see...

nicnol, friday 19-Aug-11 990
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Getting your engagment ring cleaned...how long did it take?
nicnol of Planning, 17 August, 2011 at 14:36

H2B bought my ring from Ernest Jones and they offer a free cleaning service within a year of buying it.....that year has now passed but they said they would still honour it seeing as I get married...

MandM90, wednesday 17-Aug-11 10 13,627
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Anyone who has made there own table plan/HIBS
nicnol of Planning, 29 July, 2011 at 12:39

I am making my own table plan but I'm not sure what to do about the writing at the top which normally states Bride & Groom and Wedding date. I have postcard size card for each individual table but...

kerrylou89, friday 29-Jul-11 454
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Your Top 5
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 21 July, 2011 at 16:58

Mine are Gerard Butler Clive Owen Daniel Craig Hugh Jackman Idris Elba

Mrs C, friday 22-Jul-11 16 769
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All RSVPs received!!
nicnol of Planning, 21 July, 2011 at 14:12

Just a gloating thread really as I have received all my RSVPs 2 weeks before the deadline! Admittedly not all of them have been by the way of a lovely acceptance card, some have been via twitter &...

judeclarke, friday 22-Jul-11 4 259
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Hen weekend and Gifts for the Hens!
nicnol of Planning, 21 July, 2011 at 15:05

I have 7 weeks till my hen night and I haven't a clue where I am going, what I need or anything. In fairness I don't even think that the bridesmaids have thought that far ahead either....just me! By...

shani14, thursday 21-Jul-11 3 999
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Extra curricular activities
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 19 July, 2011 at 13:28

Is there anything you do that surprises people when you tell them I used to play football and was in the Women's equivalent to the premier league. I played until I was around 21 from the age of 12 and...

Tray1980, wednesday 20-Jul-11 14 654
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Shellac Ladies
nicnol of Off Topic Posts, 18 July, 2011 at 14:36

I know there are a few die hard shellac fans but I just wanted to say I haven't been impressed! I have had it done 3 times now and within 7 days it has started to chip and flake ☹️ A friend of mine...

nicnol, tuesday 19-Jul-11 9 406
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Cake boxes....needed or not?
nicnol of Planning, 18 July, 2011 at 14:16

We are cutting the cake after the speeches and the caterers will serve it with the evening buffet. My Mum is of the opinion (one of many) that I need to provide some form of box for the cake to be...

moonpie1985, monday 18-Jul-11 8 1,008
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Bridesmaid Gifts
nicnol of Planning, 12 July, 2011 at 15:21

Because the search function isn't working I need your help! I have £50 left for each Bridesmaid. I have already bought them a personalised key ring but struggling to find anything else that I feel is...

HayleyMay, tuesday 12-Jul-11 8 898
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Civil ceremony - order of service
nicnol of Planning, 24 June, 2011 at 15:02

I know you can get these as we could get them from our registrars. I'm wondering though if they need to be as elaborate as church order of services and what would i put in it!? I was thinking of doing...

Lauren25, friday 24-Jun-11 8 1,455

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