Lasallebabe

Thanks jszy10 -----they're great...wow, good for you. Is the name tag on the inside of the plastic?....wow, nice to have personalized. I really do love these!

Originally Posted by jszy10 

Aww not stupid!!  )

 

They come with a template inside, so I just used the template to cut out the correct size and actually printed out my design on Avery sticky name tags.  Here is the finished project that might help that make more sense.

 

 

 

Stupid question of the day....but maybe cut me some slack because I'm in Canada (LOL) and we don't have dollartree....how is it exactly that you customize them? Like print your own label type of thing? Does the clear plastic come off? Thanks Ladies.!

That is so awesome....thanks!
 

Originally Posted by Outdoor_girl1010 

I hope this helps. We will be add a couple of readings for his sister to read. This is what Pastor York sent us

 

 

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I found an awesome item at the dollar store. I'm ditching the idea of wrist coils and id holders for the guests as I've had several male guests sort of chuckle and say they wouldn't likely use them. So today at the dollarstore I found what is technically a passport holder, although I think it is too small for a passport. They are black and have CANADA and  flag or maple leaf on them. They have two zippered pockets and a netted pocket in the back. They are worn around your neck and come with one of those knobs things you slide to adjust the length. I can put a card/note in the netted pocket...and best of all, I'm certain they are an item my guests will reuse! They were $1.50 each and are good quality. Such an easy addition to my welcome bags without the work! They are light weight so will be easy to transport. I am attaching a photo...Just thought I'd share as these excited me so! LOL

Rec's CCin 331.....many thanks!

Originally Posted by CCin331 

sent ladies!

 

Thanks!
 

Originally Posted by KCB2011 

I was at the Shoppers at Market Mall - they weren't a sale item though - looked more like a "seasonal" type item and there were quite a few when I was there.  If you go to the MM shoppers - they are at one of the last aisles before you get the the Canada Post thing in the back corner and they are at THAT end of the aisle (not the end closest to the checkouts).  Not sure how much they were though but I think they were under $5 each

 

Hi CCin331.....I would love for you to send me the pricing please......please send to: [email protected]. Many thanks.

Originally Posted by CCin331 

Brides to Be... I have an email with all of the latest prices on everything from bouquets, food, linens, dj, and extras. If anyone would like me to fwd them this please provide your email and I will do so ASAP.

 

 

~Corine

Good job...they look awesome....your guests will be impressed and thrilled to bits!

Hi Aaronlori;

I'm going the same route as you----doing the legal ceremony here first without telling the guests! A couple of people for witnesses and that will be it! I'm sure no one will be the wiser at the ceremony in the Dominican.
 

Originally Posted by aaronlori 

There hasn't been a reply to this thread in a while. But first I was hesitant about doing the legal stuff here in Canada first however I heard someone explain it to me this way. We are getting married in the Domincan Republic and at our particular resort most couples who end up doing the civic ceremony end up having the judge come earlier in the day to sign the papers and then the wedding coordinator does the ceremony anyway. Or the judge comes, but he speaks spanish and the wedding coordinator translates and thus is still doing the ceremony. So, I figure at least this way I save money, and I can write my own ceremony.

 

However, we are not telling ANYONE about the legal stuff before hand. When people ask about having everything translated we are just saying "yes, we are getting all that taken care of" and if they are keeners who know all about this stuff, I will lie and say yes we have everything sent to WEDO in the states and then to the embassy. I am not against fibbing if it keeps people happy, ha ha ha!

Hey KCB2011;

Which Shoppers did u find them at? How much? Where there many? Thanks,

Originally Posted by KCB2011 

I found the shoppers luggage tags/passport covers here in Calgary - they were randomly at the end of an aisle but not on the end where they put sale stuff etc - it was on one of those hanging shelves they have at the ends of the aisles....not sure if that helps anyone or if that makes no sense at all!

I think it is a marvelous idea to wear your dress and have the wedding party do the same! Forthose unable to attend your DW, i"m sure they will love to see you in your dress in oerson ---not via pictures! Bottom line ----your day, do what you want!
 

Originally Posted by Aphrodite 

I have been seeing a lot of responses on the internet (not this site) when people say that anyone have a reception after a destination wedding isn't really have a reception and it's tacky to call it that and horrendous for the bride to wear her gown again and blah blah blah.

 

I want to talk to people that have REAL experience with destination weddings - the brides on this forum!!!

 

What are your thoughts on this?

 

I'm having a AHR a week after our DW at a hall just as though we had been married here.

I'm planning on wearing my gown and having my bridal party wear their attire too.

Am I wrong in doing this?

 

Also as a side note...

What have people used/will be using as favours for the AHR?

I booked my wedding in October 2011 with AC Vacations. Their policy is once you have ten bodies confirmed - they upgrade you to 2 first class seats. If you hit 20 bodies booked - they give you 4 first class seats. We are very fortunate that we have 27 bodies confirmed...so first class here we come!
 

Originally Posted by aaronlori 

I'm flying with AC Vacations this summer. Hope this same thing happens to  us. I love first class! I am not known for my luck however so I am sure I wil be sitting in our regular seats.

 

Yea...busybee123....I'll head over there....thanks for the tip!
 

Originally Posted by BusyBee123 

Hey...just wanted to share that I found those Kate Aspen flip flop luggage tags that are so popular at "Things Engraved", the store in most malls that does the engraving! They were only $3 each and you save 10% if you buy 10 or more! Cheaper than the $4 at Micheals and definitely cheaper than paying the shipping!

Ah ha....thanks mochamakes3....just what I'm looking for.  Cheers!

 

Originally Posted by mochamakes3 

Once you sign up for an account they start sending promotional emails. Just keep waiting until you get a good one with decent shipping and a bunch of free stuff. Once in a while you'll get free shipping if you spend over a certain amount. Or just google free "whatever item" vistaprint.

Thanks AnnR....just what I'm looking for....I'm in!

Schedule for reception...awesome idea...I guess approaching folks about speaking before hand also allows them time to prepare and make it more fun and interesting...thanks!

I've had another quick look but can't find the link/info that tells you that you can just pay a fee in order to access all the attachments, etc. My wedding is in 6 months I need to get going on my program, tags, etc...and would like to have a look at a few of the attachments on here.  Can anyone direct me? Thanks,

I've checked out Vistaprint.ca but don't seem to find all the fun stuff you gals are finding...don't see any freebies and I even searched under business....and don't see all the cheap shipping costs you reference! Can someone direct me incase I'm in the wrong area? Many thanks!

Wow, that's a good find...was it in a clearance area or with the regular screen?
 

Originally Posted by traceysteve 

OOoooo...ladies, for those of you in Canada, I was in Walmart last night and bought full size sunscreen for $1.50! Ok, so it's a brand I've never heard of, and it expires in 2012..but still..thought it was too good of a deal to pass up, and I've bought sunscreen on vacation before, never heard of those brands either!

Hope you have a blast and find everything to your liking....you're sort of like our 'scout'...we'll all anxiously be waiting for your review!
 

Originally Posted by mandys 

Thanks for the update about the wedding planner (melani and merci).

I am actually headed to Dreams Palm Beach in a couple days - Vacation a year before our wedding. I guess I will find out what is going on when I get there.

Awesome...when you say brake it by each....do you mean they come as multiples in a box (package) and you then separate them?
 

Originally Posted by melady24 

Hi, ladies!  For those who is looking for meds in their OOT first aid kits.... I was able to find Pepto Chewables and Advil Cold & Flu in individual packs in Shoppers.  If you brake it by each, they cost around $0.38 and $0.50 each roughly... (Sorry if somebody posted that already).

And our Cdn dollar is over par....now's the time to order stuff for the US.
 

Originally Posted by Valentine_Baby 

For those of you looking to order mugs - the best price that I have found is from a seller on ebay.  You get 50 mugs for $71US and shipping is only $35

 

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350332035627&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

 

If that link for some reason doesn't work - the seller is factory_21

 

Hope this helps

Just an FYI in case all my fellow Cdn gals have not yet located this thread (if I could attach it I would...but too challenged for that). There is a thread for Cdn gals on items purchased in Canada. You'll find it here: Start at Forums---then BDW General---then General Wedding Planning---then Wedding Registry, Wedding Gift Bags & OOT bags....then scroll down until you find: CANADIAN OOT Bages info - where to shop!  If you find any great deals please post there and let us know!

Thank you......Just saw your signature tag...you are a destination wedding specialist? Fun....where are you located? ...in hind site, I should have gone with someone with those credentials...as my travel agent has been a bit of a challenge...albeit, it is his first group wedding...he just doesn't make me feel all warm and fuzzy! LOL

 

Originally Posted by GingerBluePetal 

Hi Lasallebabe,

 

I haven't forgotten about you! I've sent a second email to our Dreams rep...

Welcome Dramatic Annie;

My hubby to be and our son love cruising...we have been on several Caribbean cruises..and I guarantee you will love it. We thought about that for our wedding as well but unfortunately as we are in Calgary and at least half of our guests are in western Canada....it was too expensive to add airfare on to the cost of the cruise...so we chose and all-inclusive in DR. We are thrilled to bits with our choice and have 30 people joining us. Good luck in the planning and preparations....

 

Originally Posted by DramaticAnnie 

Hey everyone!

 

I'm a super 'noob' as well but I've been reading up on these forums for about the past month or so, since we decided to go with a destination wedding, a cruise ship wedding actually. My fiance` and I are from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia and I believe all of our guests will be from this area as well, flying down to Orlando in April 2012 to get onboard the Carnival Dream for a 7 day Western Caribbean cruise - our wedding will be on the first day, before the ship leaves port, so the whole week will be celebrations!

 

It's great to see so many Canadian brides on here, and I love the thread for Canadian brides and their OOT bags, where to shop, etc. Good luck and happy planning, everyone!