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Ellensmummy

United Kingdom · From May 2015

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20 May, 2017

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Food for getting ready!
Annaangeluk2016, 6 November, 2016 at 15:01

Hi! I'm just getting final lists together as wedding is now less than a week and just realised I've got no plan for what food to buy for in the hotel! I'm staying in the hotel with my daughter the...

SoontobeMrsS, monday 7-Nov-16 3
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Sad news puts everything in to perspective
HappyBlueCars582, 29 October, 2016 at 23:06

One of my good friends has passed away suddenly tonight and it just really puts everything in to perspective. Live and let live. A wedding day is just that - 1 day. Family and friends can be taken...

Ellensmummy, monday 31-Oct-16 4
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PP- must stop looking at and trying on wedding ring 'flash'
Ellensmummy, 22 October, 2016 at 11:21

The problem with having your wedding ring in the house and your wedding being in May 17... I can't stop myself from having a peek and trying on! Oops. Anyone else guilty of this?!

Jayne E, saturday 22-Oct-16 646
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Live Bands
RomanticPinkHair452, 18 October, 2016 at 21:58

Hello Fellow Bride to be's! Just wondering what sort of prices I should expect to pay for a live band? I have been quoted 2k for 2 x pianists, 1 x drummer and 1 x guitarist travelling from London to...

PrincessElBeth, saturday 22-Oct-16 6
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Manzanita Branches - Table Centrepieces
lpowell32, 3 October, 2016 at 15:53

Hey all, I'm starting the search for some manzanita branches which appear to be super hard to come by in the UK (they originate in the USA) and that ones I can find are pretty pricey. This is a...

MadamRed, thursday 27-Oct-16 4
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Free wedding stuff for DIY wedding!
LuxuriousBrownCars665, 28 September, 2016 at 15:32

Hi Brides! My wedding day is over now, and I did a lot of the decor myself. It was a rustic hessian/burlap themed wedding and I have quite a bit of stuff leftover. I would love to give it away FREE...

HappyYellowConfetti1, sunday 31-Dec-17 17
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Underwear!
RomanticPinkHair452, 28 September, 2016 at 20:29

Hello fellow brides! I am about to start trying on wedding dresses and wondering what underwear I should wear? I could never go braless if you know what I mean so what would the best bra be to help...

ExpensiveGreenStatio, monday 24-Oct-16 7
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Nervous blotchy rash ?
Ellensmummy, 28 September, 2016 at 20:18

Hi ladies, one thing that's really bothering me is the rash I get when I'm nervous. It's red and blotchy and comes up on my chest and neck. It's really obvious and I know when I walk up the aisle and...

Ellensmummy, friday 30-Sep-16 7
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I am so totally married!
Emmy1102, 5 September, 2016 at 10:09

Officially a married woman! I've not stopped grinning from ear to ear, the whole day was so perfect! I'll just upload the one picture, but if you click the link our photographer has uploaded a handful...

katiepoppycat, saturday 17-Sep-16 8
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Rustic theme
Livingthedream74, 1 September, 2016 at 22:00

Hi all Im looking for banners, candles etc with a rustic theme.for my.wedding. just seeing if i can buy from anyone b4 buying new. Thanks Jo

samwillow, friday 16-Sep-16 1
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May 2017 Brides and Grooms!
2BMrsC, 16 August, 2016 at 22:57

I thought with less than 9 full months to go for most of us maybe it was time to have our own planning thread for May '17 weddings! So, I'll keep the dates and names updated, just post your date on...

MrsW2017, wednesday 26-Apr-17 71
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We did it!
kizzi10000, 21 August, 2016 at 18:53

Not long home from a fab-u-lous weekend! Couldn't really have asked for better, other than the few people who couldn't come at the last minute being there. Full report will come once the photographer...

Mrslh2b, tuesday 23-Aug-16 11
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Hair and make up trial *mega flash*
Laurensmum, 19 August, 2016 at 16:20

So......one week to go and had trial today. To say I am chuffed is a massive understatement. I have a short bob so never in my wildest dreams imagined being able to have hair like this. Makeup was...

NorthernLights, monday 22-Aug-16 9
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Final update
kizzi10000, 19 August, 2016 at 07:10

The big day is almost here! The OH turned up last night with his son, and that's when the reality really kicked in. In less than 36 hours time we will be married!! Still running around like a headless...

MrsW2017, friday 19-Aug-16 9
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Walking down the aisle - bride or bridesmaids first?
donkey86, 18 August, 2016 at 21:42

Will you be walking down the aisle ahead of your bridesmaids, or behind? I've heard that having the bridesmaids go first is the American way, and having them come after the bride is more traditionally...

Mihailo, thursday 16-Apr-26 29
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Dress budget
ExpensiveOrangeCars624, 13 August, 2016 at 15:19

Hi everyone... this is my first post and I'm just wondering how realistic it is that I'll find a dress i LOVE with only a small budget? I have budgeted £1000 for a dress and realistically I can't...

SoontobeMrsS, friday 4-Nov-16 32
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Wedding Photography - costs and questions
sharon0001, 9 August, 2016 at 12:33

Hi all, I'm hoping that someone can give me some advise. My fiance and I had a free Engagement Shoot with the photographer that we met when we viewed our venue on an open day. We are going to see him...

Artemis Fox Photogra, wednesday 24-Aug-16 14
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Signing off as a Miss!!
Beckcible, 6 August, 2016 at 06:13

At 12.30 today I will be walking down that ailse and finally becoming a Mrs! After 18 months the nerves have finally set in.....see you on the other side! ?

MrsR2B18, saturday 6-Aug-16 4
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Field to hire or venues with outdoor space in Bucks
HappyRedBridesmaid664, 2 August, 2016 at 12:24

Hi all, Recently newbie engaged lady over here! All very exciting but I'm struggling a bit with venues in Bucks. I want to have our reception outdoors which obviously means a marquee which is...

FutureMrsPayne, friday 5-Aug-16 4
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Selling wedding bits, sequin runner, mason jars, colour scheme rose gold, blush, mint, gold and cream
RachD90, 5 July, 2016 at 22:22

Hi selling some things from my wedding, feel free to contact me for more info 8 pink fishbowl centerpieces, need to be collected as glass £4 each. 4 X vases shown 50p each. Table numbers 1-8 (can make...

samwillow, tuesday 27-Sep-16 17
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Almost 100 days to go... *massive* planning flash
Annaangeluk2016, 30 July, 2016 at 14:35

So with just over 100 days to go (105 to be precise!) I thought I would do a massive planning flash! The last few weeks I've been really stressed and tearful about the wedding and worrying that it...

Ellensmummy, saturday 30-Jul-16 5
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Skipton Castle wedding
rachietown, 25 July, 2016 at 09:56

So on Saturday I married the love of my life at Skipton Castle in North Yorkshire. It was a perfect day and we're still feeling totally overwhelmed and overjoyed by the whole thing. Before we jet off...

Karen84, monday 25-Jul-16 4
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Premier Inn for guests
Pookie8911, 24 July, 2016 at 18:46

Hi All, In the throws of moving house, so been a little quiet (wedding planning is at a bit of a halt ☹️ ). Our venue is within 10 minutes of two Premier Inns in the Manchester area, and figure it's...

katieJ2b, monday 25-Jul-16 4
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Wedding Dress - so pleased!
Miss-b, 12 July, 2016 at 16:25

So I did a dry run putting my dress on at the weekend, along with all of my accessories, shoes etc, to check fit, alteration and I'm happy! I couldn't be more pleased! The alterations to the length...

Mrslh2b, thursday 14-Jul-16 16
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Civil Ceremony Wedding Music - Ideas For What We Can Play Whilst Signing The Register
LuxuriousIvoryDiamonds550, 8 July, 2016 at 17:26

Hi Everyone. I'm looking for inspiration as to what songs I should play whilst we sign the register. It always helps reading what others have chosen. I see a lot of people are saying go upbeat but I...

jamborina, saturday 16-Jul-16 17
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Budget vs dress
MetalBride, 1 July, 2016 at 19:07

Ok so I posted a little while back with a picture of a dress I liked that was red and a full ball gown, I didn't buy it because it was so far over my budget. Today I tried a dress on in white that I...

Jayne E, monday 4-Jul-16 13
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Can I have your HONEST opinion about this dress please
Sarah_mk, 30 June, 2016 at 23:41

Hi! I've found a bargain from Maggie Sottero , but its from their 2005 range so I guess its getting dated now. Could I please have your very honest opinion about it (there's no need to be polite , I'd...

Chapples, thursday 21-Jul-16 18
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Etsy???
KatJo, 28 June, 2016 at 22:07

Hi, can anyone recommend or comment on buying off etsy? I'm new to the etsy website and normally use Amazon and notonthehighstreet. Thanks in advance ?

o0o_Charlie_o0o, thursday 30-Jun-16 11
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Wedding dress hoops
Ellensmummy, 27 June, 2016 at 20:47

Hi ladies, This may be a silly question but I have been wondering how bridal hoops work. I have an a line dress and have been thinking about one to help hold the material away from legs/feet to make...

LizzieBennet, tuesday 28-Jun-16 6
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Love Light Wedding Dresses Shoes Accessories Hair piece Earrings All Reduced.
Fey, 21 June, 2016 at 11:09

Hi Everyone, Quick Sale! I'm having a clear out. Pick up from Enfield, Potters Bar, Watford or discuss postage. 2 AA Battery operated Love Lights £20 Please see my other items for sale; all new...

Fey, saturday 27-Jan-18 1

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