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Quote: Originally Posted by ~Karla~ PHOTOGRAPHER Misti Douglas of Studio Douglas Weddings will be traveling from Nashville to join us for the wedding. I love Misti’s work and am very excited to work with her! She has taken many of the name and date in the sand pics several of the girls on the forum have. Check out her blog here . MUSIC & OTHER STUFF We will be having a steel band play for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner. This is what I am going to walk down the isle to: YouTube - Pachelbel's Canon, except we will have 3 guys playing. After dinner, a DJ will be joining us to help us party into the New Year! Our first dance will be to Stevie Wonder’s “Ribbon in the Sky,” FI loves that song. We are going to be having a bonfire on the beach, and there is always a big fireworks show on the beach New Years Eve, so we will watch that at midnight. Well, I probably left some stuff out, but that's the majority of it. I am so excited...1 week to go!!!! congrads and thanks for sharing, everything looked lovely

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Karla~ Hi Ladies! So I am so excited about my boarding pass invites. I mailed them out a couple weeks ago and have gotten some really awesome feedback! I want to thank all the BDW ladies for their inspirations and templates. We ended up going with a little bit of a twist on the traditional boarding pass invite. I originally created my boarding pass, and was ok with them but felt like something was missing. I went to FI (who is pretty creative) and he suggested we put pics in the background. And our invite was born, LOL! For my fonts, I used the following: Arial & Garamond Angelina & Scriptina - downloaded from dafont.com TymesLittleCaps – fontspace.com Here are all my templates… For some reason the ticket jacket won't attach. If you would like it, PM me and I will send it to you. wow, these are very nice

Quote: Originally Posted by robynhood Well...I just sealed my last Save the Date envelope! We invited 25 people - and we know that some won't be able to make it. We don't have a ton of money, and I was thinking of ordering Save the Dates but I figure I will wait and spend money on just the invitations (to the DW and to the at home reception upon our return). The attached document is simply a word document with a clip art picture of a starfish in the background. Feel free to use it, but I know there are more on here that are much fancier. (I wanted to send these out ASAP so people knew to take vacation days, etc. The wedding is only six months away!!) Now to find a travel agent to help me with group bookings...planning on doing that this week. Then I can send out the travel info, pricing info, etc. so people can decide if they can come. One thing done, 17,000 to go! how cute!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Morgan I have started working on a brochure to mail our guests a couple months before the wedding. Thanks KellyMN for the ideas & inspiration. This is still a rough draft. I plan on working on this more later. I'm tired of messing with it any more today. If you catch any typos, let me know. The brochure will be trifold. I'm getting 25 free from vistaprint. The lines in the back will not be on the final brochure. WARNING I've learned the resolution is too low. It probably happens in the step of saving it as a picture in powerpoint. I'm trying to figure out how to fix it. I'll post once I know what to do. UPDATE To get past the resolution problem I made the power point page size 2x what it needed to be. It still acts funny when I uploaded it to vista print. So I opened it in powerpoint and saved it as a jpg from there. While I was at it I upped the resolution to 150 (from 127) with bicubic resampling (image-->resize-->resample image bicubic, then I typed 150 into the resolution box). Now the image is twice the size it needs to be with half the resolution. It ends up the correct size in vista print with 300dpi. Yay! I used the vista print templates to make this. I didn't want to work in photoshop, because I use powerpoint more often. So I opened the pdf file, flattened the layers, and saved it as a jpg. I then made a powerpoint file that was 11.1 inches by 8.63 (File--> Page setup). I inserted the template jpg onto a slide. I then right clicked to change the color to washout. It also helps to trifold a piece of paper to determine what page is what. I plan on making brochures like this for a welcome letter & a meet the guests letter. As always, I'll post pictures of the real deal when they are done. UPDATE Here is the new version. I put a step by step guide with pictures for making the background on post #46, page 5. If you aren't that computer savy, I don't recommend trying to make the dark/light background- it's a little tricky. Just make the whole picture light so you can still read the text. If you want some premade backgrounds (you' will have to make your text fit in the boxes available) download it here powerpoint of backgrounds.ppt It was too big to attach. I ordered them on Feb 10th. Only $7.45 shipped from vista print. I love vista print! I'll let y'all know how they turn out. They came in! I couldn't be happier. I love them! I can't stop looking at them. Mike teased me because all 25 are the same, but I've read them each. I stuffed some in envelopes today to send to our family & friends who have booked. The quality is great from vista print. Probably my favorite vistaprint project so far. thanks! the brochures look beautiful! thanks for sharing

Quote: Originally Posted by canadianheather VIP LIMO's We used VIP limo's to transport everyone from the Forum shops to New York New York. They too were great to work with. And in fact had lowered their rates from the time we initially booked and gave us the better price. We also decided to use two limos instead of just one and they were able to accomodate our request 24 hrs prior to the event. We were required to be at the piano bar by 9pm and course we were running 15 min late and the strip was jam packed!!! Our driver quickly found a back route and had us there in no time!!! Bar at Time's Square - New York New York Ok well the evening ended up well but I had all kinds of problems getting ahold of people. Turns out the girl i initially contacted and signed a contract with was let go prior to our event. Luckily I had kept copies of teh contract along with all of our email transactions. So they did honor the contract which i was very thankful for because their new fees required us to pre-pay for alcohol for a certain time period which would have cost us close to $5000. And I certainly didn't have an extra $5000 45-30 days prior to the wedding. So once that was all straightened out I had to pay the balance the of the depost which covered everyone's entrance fee. I emailed and called and was unable to get ahold of anyone. This was the most frustrating part of dealing with this company. They were absolutely horrible to try to get ahold of and never called you back! In the end though, there was a manager waiting for us when we arrived (not the woman i had been talking to) who took care of us. They did a head count and only charged us for the exact number of people who attended rather than the number we had initially given them a few months back. They had enough seats for everyone and even made us a mini dance floor in our sectioned off area. The entertainment was awesome which is why we booked it in the first place. Everyone had a great time and they let my brother perform on the piano and me sing a song. Even our waitress was incredible; had drinks in front of us all night long! Overall, everything worked out but I was completely stressed about this part of the evening simply because no one could call me back. But we had a great time and many of our guests (including us) were there till the bar closed at 2am! I am so thankful to all the vendors we used who all made our day so special. Absolutely the best day of my life!!!! congrads and I can't wait to see some of your wedding and reception pictures

Quote: Originally Posted by ivylegacy2000 Hi All! I am new to the forum. I just got engaged on Christmas Day '09. I have been daydreaming about a Vegas wedding for a while now so I am excited to get to the planning stage. I have done some digging and figured out that you can have an elegant and classy wedding in Las Vegas. I am from Texas so instead of everyone traveling to Philadelphia I thought that it would be much more fun and excitment in Vegas. So far I am looking at Joe's or Maggiano's for a Friday night welcome dinner. For the ceremony the Wynn, Bellagio and MGM Grand. I was thinking of an in-suite reception so that everyone would not have to travel far for the reception, but I like the restauraunt idea as well. I am guesstimating about 30guests (approx. 100 invitations going out). Thanks for all of your informative posts. I have picked up tons in the last few days and I look forward to learning more. congrads and welcome to the forum. I too think that vegas would be an exciting place to get married. I have looked into Ceasars Palace in the Venus or Juno gardens, I am thinking of having a reception at the espnzone. Happy planning and keep me informed.

Quote: Originally Posted by MirandaM Hiya, I'm sooooo confused, I have spent all weekend looking at hotels and wedding packages and reviews and im still none the wiser! I am looking for an outdoor wedding (Probably Valley of fire) and am thinking of using 'Las vegas weddings' that are based in the Hilton in vegas or 'The las Vegas Wedding Company'. Does anyone know if these companies are reputable? I have looked on so many review sites but haven't really been able to find many reviews good or bad and im just so confused!!! Any other suggestions for reputable companies would be welcomed :-) Thanks guys ;-) congrads and welcome to the forum. I am wanting an outdoor wedding as well, I'm gathered information about Ceasars Palace in there venus or juno gardens. I'm not sure about the above venues that you have mentioned though

Quote: Originally Posted by Island Princess Hey Girls, This is what I did today on a very lazy Sunday afternoon. I purchased a hotfix crystal applicator off ebay and also some crystal clear hotfix crystals! It was very fiddly task but in the end, very happy with the result. I think I will even make some for my bridesmaids! how creative

Quote: Originally Posted by Erika J Erika J’s Planning Thread It all started Sept 9th 2008 when E proposed. He made a beautiful dinner at our new kitchen table in our new house as a surprise when I got home from yoga! It was priceless that he went to such lengths for me and I came home a sweaty mess. Literally soaked 100% saturated in sweat from hot yoga. We are getting married at Dreams in Cabo. We saw the location just by googling weddings in Cabo, then thinking how great would it be to get married there. And then eventually figuring out that it was within the budget. Which then led me to the forum and all of you wonderful ladies; it has truly been the biggest blessing of the entire wedding process. There is no way that my wedding would be ½ as nice if it was not for all of you. I have borrowed so many ideas and templates I cannot name everyone, but a few that I have pestered more than everyone else I have to mention, Tammy – for this amazing forum, an being my TA. Andi- for the constant pestering and your templates (all of my wedding stuff) and your constant support, JessicaM – you were so helpful when I was a noob and knew nothing, Ana- the ultimate Dreams bride, Heather – for leaving stuff for me in Cabo, Stacey – for the bouquet jewel, Yael- for always letting me bounce ideas off of you and telling me the truth no matter what and everyone everyone everyone else!!!! The ring: The Dress: Mikaella Bridal | Wedding Gowns Style: 1062 Hair flower: Spectacular Sparkling Swarovski Crystals and by xoxoDesigns[]=tags&includes[]=title My Veil is a borrowed from my college roommate and our other college roommate wore it first. It is just a plain elbow length, but since I wasn’t sure I will be able to wear one, I didn’t want to buy one. Now it is something pretty special that will be passed to our 4th roomie and BFF from college. Shoes: Poetic Licence Mint Julip - Turquoise Leather - Free Shipping & Return Shipping - Shoebuy.com Purse: Grooms attire (wearing kahki slacks) More to come...... everything looked good, congrads

Quote: Originally Posted by Geralyn Here's my welcome booklet for the OOT bags...Sorry the pics are so crappy It looks really good, congrads

Quote: Originally Posted by FutureOwens2011 Hi Everyone! My name is Jennifer and I am newly engaged! We have NO IDEA where we want to go or how we want to do it. We are looking at early 2011, maybe March but it will ultimately depend on where we choose as our location. Some areas we are looking at are Jamaica, Mexico, Bahamas, Greece, Hawaii... I look forward to experiencing this wonderful journey of planning with all of you. All the best! Jennifer congrads and welcome to the forum

Quote: Originally Posted by DM24 Hi, My name is Danielle from Arlington, Virginia. I'm planning on getting married in June 2010 (still working on the date w/ the wedding coordinator - hoping for June 6) at Dreams Cancun Resort. I'm incredibly frustrated with the lack of communication from the wedding coordinator and have been trying to set a date since June. The resort looks so beautiful, particularly the wedding gazebo so I'm hesitant to go somewhere else. congrads, I'm sure everything will work out fine

Quote: Originally Posted by aussie I am new to the site and I am not sure how this whole thing works but...I figured I should get involved. We are looking at getting married at Las Caletas on June 12, 2010. We should be booking everything shortly. Can't wait!!! congrads and welcome to the forum

Quote: Originally Posted by lndrn2004 Name: Michelle Wedding Date: January or February 2011 Location: Riviera Maya Hi all, I'm new to this site and looking for any advice/info on weddings at Iberostar Paraiso Maya. I'm 90% this is where I'm going to book, however it's difficult in communicating with these resorts as they are very vague as to sites of receptions, DJ costs etc. So any information others have for this resort would greatly be appreciated. congrads and welcome to the forum

Quote: Originally Posted by kelleymathis Hi! I am looking to plan a December 2010 wedding in the Bahamas. I love the Versailles Garden at the Ocean Club but am debating whether to do the ceremony and reception here, or just the ceremony. Anyone also planning a wedding here? What have you decided to do for the reception. The price sheet they gave me listed some pretty crazy prices, I am wondering if they are negotioable... Happy Planning! congrads and happy planning

Quote: Originally Posted by Jennifer Davis I forgot the pictures..... your dress is beautiful

Congrads! Have Fun!!!

congrads and im glad that your day was wonderful

Quote: Originally Posted by SusanK Here's my ring. Don't think I ever posted it! And the matching wedding band. I think I want two...one above and one below ER. (We'll see what FI thinks about that beautiful rings, im a sucker for the bands

Quote: Originally Posted by Adamsgrrl All of your rings are beautiful and so elegant!! I think I posted this earlier in a different thread... Here's my attempt at being creative... beautiful, i love the center stone

Quote: Originally Posted by MagsieMexico Okay, it's true, I'm no that into bling, but look at this, with the wedding band, you've gotta admit it's a lot!!! By the way, Rebecca, your's is beautiful! More elegant and simple because it's not as fat and you don't have the bigger sidestones. You win. very pretty, someone has good taste

Quote: Originally Posted by DoYouLoveIt? Here's my engagement ring, it's a 3.5 carat princess cut in platinum, I love it! very pretty

Quote: Originally Posted by loretuke All these gorgeous rings - agh... My ring is a cushion cut in a platinum diamond wire setting. The ring's shank is single not double wire with a Single Row of Pave Diamonds unlike in the attached picture. When i saw it, I knew I had to have it congrads and i love your ring

Quote: Originally Posted by amyh Hanssel finally "officially" proposed last night! Now I can show off my ring. I know what you mean, congrads and i love your ring

Quote: Originally Posted by NABUMBAH alrighty, here you go. We did a little mini ering/wedding band photo shoot tonight... OMG, your rings are beautiful! I love your band, where did it come from?