In a previous blog post, I discussed five of my favourite wedding venues in the Kitchener-Waterloo region. Today, I’m bringing you part two with an additional five venues in the region that I absolutely adore!
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In this blog post, I’m excited to showcase the beautiful wedding of Madison and Trevor at the charming Maple Lane Haven. Set on a farm property with a stunning barn and a picturesque gazebo, this venue provided the perfect backdrop for their special day.
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One of the first steps of planning a wedding includes choosing the perfect venue. Luckily, in the Kitchener-Waterloo region, we have a variety of venues to choose from that cater to every style and preference. As a seasoned wedding planner, I've had the pleasure of working with some amazing venues, each offering its own unique charm! Today I am discussing some of my favourite venues within the region!
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I'm sharing some memories and photos from Jaime & Mark's late summer wedding!
Set at the groom's family property, this boho-inspired affair was a laughter-infused day (as you can tell from the photos) that I was thrilled to be part of!
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As you bask in the joy and excitement of this new chapter, it's natural to be swept up in Wedding Instagram/Pinterest with visions of romantic ceremonies, dreamy details, and floral overload. While planning a wedding includes very fun elements, there's a foundational step that deserves your immediate attention: crafting your wedding budget.
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During wedding season, rainy weather can be quite common at the beginning and end of the busy wedding months. This can cause a lot of stress, with couples constantly refreshing the weather app. However, it doesn’t have to ruin your day! With a little bit of preparation and a positive attitude, rain can enhance a wedding instead of dampen it.
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Today I’m reminiscing about a wedding that took place on one of the hottest days of the summer! Although the weather was bright and warm, Jess & Ray’s design for their wedding was dark and moody - perfectly capturing the atmosphere of a late summer wedding!
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Do you know the difference between an independent wedding coordinator and a venue coordinator? The terms wedding coordinator and venue coordinator are often used interchangeably, but when it comes to the duties of each, they are vastly different.
As a wedding planner, I absolutely LOVE when a venue has a coordinator. It completes the ultimate wedding vendor team. However, wedding coordinators and venue coordinators do not cover the same services. Both are very important when it comes to the wedding’s overall success, but they each perform their own separate duties. Today, we’re going to discuss the differences between each role.
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As we’re nearing the end of winter and heading towards spring. We’re looking back on the wedding that kicked off our 2021 season! Cranberry Creek Gardens was the perfect setting for Carly-Ann & Justin’s spring wedding. The day was classic, romantic and unique as they created their own one-of-a-kind experience. They chose to feature their first dance and speech right after the ceremony!
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The standard recommendation for timing when planning a wedding is 12 months. However, a lot of couples (like myself!) decide to plan their wedding with a 18 - 24 month timeline. There are not a lot of sample wedding planning timelines for this amount of time so I thought I would create one for all of my couples who are planning with this timeframe!
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This shoot was inspired by bringing together two trends we have been seeing quite a lot lately: modern and minimalistic design. The colour palette incorporates clean, modern shades and timeless neutrals. The black details offer a unique contrast to typical light and airy wedding inspiration.
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With COVID restrictions, dance parties aren’t permitted at weddings right now. DON’T PANIC THOUGH! There are many ways to entertain your guests and leave them with a memory they’ll never forget.
Luckily, there are lots of options to choose from to keep everyone safe, but also liven up the party. You can incorporate multiple entertainment ideas to ensure your guests never have a dull moment!
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As we’re nearing closer to sun filled summer days, I wanted to look back at a late summer wedding we had the pleasure of coordinating last year! Holly & Adam’s wedding was located in their beautiful backyard to ensure their pets (one dog and TWO pigs!) could partake in the fun! The weather was perfect and the couple celebrated their love with only the closest of friends and family.
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COVID has made wedding planning in general very difficult, but it has added an extra level of stress when it comes to making decisions on your hair & makeup. Today we’re bringing you tips, tricks and expert advice for every question you may have been wondering about when it comes to hair and makeup for your wedding and how to navigate hair & makeup when it comes to COVID!
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We have heard from so many couples over the years that stationery is super confusing when they first start planning their wedding, but it really doesn’t have to be! We’re here to bring you expert advice when it comes to everything you have ever questioned regarding your wedding stationery so that you feel confident and prepared to take it on head first!
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If there’s one thing that 2020 gave us, it’s the love of small weddings! They may have been thrown upon us due to the pandemic but we think the small wedding trend is here to stay. If you’re considering a small wedding, then carry on reading because we’ll tell you how to plan a small wedding that your guests will be talking about for years!
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Today I’m reminiscing of one of my favourite moments of 2020, Sandra & Chris’ elopement. Myself and a few other vendors put together a Pop Up Elopement package and Sandra & Chris jumped at the chance to officially tie the knot! The day was intimate, so much fun and full of love! I loved when they brought their own personalities into the elopement through their fans. Thank you to Sandra & Chris for trusting us to plan and execute their wedding!
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Signature drinks have become a huge hit over the last few years. They bring a uniqueness to cocktail hours that can sometimes be an hour where guests aren't sure what to do or talk about. Signature drinks give your guests something to discuss while adding to the wedding's atmosphere. If you're still wondering whether you should add a signature drink to your bar menu, here are some reasons why as well as a few options to inspire.
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This Palm Springs inspired shoot at Cellar52 in St. Jacobs, ON was influenced by the bright, fun colours of California that matched perfectly with the personalities of the real engaged couple who modelled for the shoot. We brought this vision to life with contrasting pinks and oranges, geometric shapes, and citrus inspired details.
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Choosing a colour palette can be a difficult choice, let alone the impending threat of COVID and having to postpone – potentially to a whole new season! This causes the need to rethink your entire vision, décor & floral elements which can be incredibly stressful. We’re going to discuss some tips that could help you release that stress when deciding on wedding colours.
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