Chantal85

Welcome to the forum! Happy planning!

Welcome to the forum! We're wedding date twins! Happy planning.

Loved it! Congrats!

Welcome! Don't be shy to ask questions.

Welcome! Have fun planning!

Welcome! Happy planning. It is a lot of decision making but don't worry, it gets easier as you go. Figure out when and where and the rest will fall into place.

I agree, the third one is beautiful. I love the font placement, the font, and use of background. Good job!

Welcome to the forum! Feel free to ask questions.

Quote: Originally Posted by Davematthews16 When are you girls getting legally married? We were planning on doing it just a few days in advance, but with the Holidays and the craziness I wasn't sure if that was enough time. A website I went to suggested atleast 30 days before the ceremony. We leave for Mexico on Jan.4th so I'm thinking maybe the first week in December? That's a good question. I haven't put much thought into that. I just kind of thought I'd got he Friday before we left but maybe it would be good to do it earlier than that.

I wonder if you could put them in a thin piece of fabric and lightly stitch them in. The only worry I would have with tape is that with all the heat and walking/rubbing, that the tape would let go and it would be a shame to lose such special coins. Your mother is so thoughtful!

Quote: Originally Posted by Amarillis The wedding bands are being custom made and we have secured a date for drop off of my e-ring (because they need to keep it for 3-4 weeks, and I need it for a couple of upcoming events). This is the inspiration for my wedding band: So, the bands will be started in early September and should be completed for late October. Where are you getting your rings made? (I'm originally from northern Ontario) Is it a chain store or a local store? I'd like to get our bands made but I'm not sure where to go.

I think $1500 is fairly average. My guests are leaving from two different cities. My Vancouver departures are probably going to be $1689 + $300 in taxes or something of the sort. My Toronto departures will be $1459+ $300. Don't give up, I've felt that way too.

Packing your dress in your luggage seems kind of scary that it could possibly not make it. I know I will be guarding mine with my life as a carry on. They can lose my swimsuit and shorts but if they lost my dress... That's my opinion anyways.

The tips on here are great, I just added a new list to things to remember in my wedding planning binder. Thanks!

Welcome to the forum! Everyone on here is so great and helpful, you'll find all the answers you need! Happy planning PS: My MIL is named Ylda too! Very pretty name but you don't hear it too often.

Your pictures are beautiful. He did a good job at capturing shots that look so natural. And my goodness, you looked gorgeous!

Quote: Originally Posted by Lillie09 I've had my DW planned since 9/07. I still to this day have my mom asking me if I'm sure I want to do this. My FH and I had a big wedding/reception planned for 2 months and then decided that everything was just too expensive (especially in NY). My mom cannot get over the fact that we are doing something different. I'm so tired of hearing her! I'm excited about my wedding. She keeps telling me that it's a hardship on people. I only invited my very close family and friends. My mom is the only one complaining but now I'm afraid that everyone is upset or disappointed that we're having a DW and I can't even be happy planning. The only person behind me is my sister (thank goodness)!!! I just want to know if anyone has been through this and how it turned out. Oh and my mom loves to tell me that my grandma may not be able to attend (I'm very close to her) and she knows that upsets me but I believe she will be there. I'm so sorry this is so long! Oh boy do I ever know your situation! In fact, my mother tries the guilt and if that doesn't work, she starts to yell! We aren't on speaking terms right now. She gets mad that I don't want to invite people like her neighbor (that i don't even know) and one of my uncles (who is currently in jail ). Then tries to make me feel bad that most of her family won't be able to go because of the cost and that my grandma is getting old and won't be able to go. Mom's love playing the "Grandma" card. Sad thing is, she's the only one who is causing trouble. It has caused a lot of grief and lots of tears on my end. I've even told my Fi that I don't want a wedding anymore! But, I know how much it would mean to him and his family so I'll do it. So, any time you feel like you need to vent, I'm here for you.

Welcome to the forum! Don't be shy and feel free to ask questions.

Welcome to the forum! Feel free to ask questions!

Awesome! I can't wait for my wedding for stories like these!

Hmm...weird. I went to 15 different shops in 3 provinces (I'm Canadian) and most of the bridal shops had tons of dress for $1500 or less...and these were Maggie Sottero, Sophia Tolli, and Pronovias dresses.

Very creative!

Welcome! Playa Del Carmen is a beautiful area and you should be able to find a lot of information and tips on here!

Very nice. When you look back 25 years from now, you'll be so happy you had a part in creating your invitations.

Simply going to say WOW! Stunning.