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Category Archives: Wedding Reception

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Nov132018Nov 13 2018
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5 Tips On Choosing Your Wedding Photo Locations

by Amanda, in category Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Your wedding photo locations will be seen forever, so you’ll want to choose the perfect spots! The questions then become, how many do you need, where should they be and do you need any wet weather alternatives? We asked our friends at Still Waters Photography for their suggestions and are sharing them with you. Best… Read More

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Oct232018Oct 8 2018
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7 Wedding Napkin Folding Ideas to Try

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

A quick search through Pinterest for wedding napkin folding ideas delivers thousands of photos. While it’s great there are so many options; the question is where do you start? Well, we’ve put together a list of our favourite seven wedding napkin folding ideas to help you get your creative juices flowing… 7 Must Try Wedding… Read More

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Oct182018Apr 15 2020
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Buying alcohol for a BYO wedding

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception
BYO Alcohol Wedding Calculator

Whether it is a glass of bubbly for toasting or a wee dram of whisky near the end of the night – the bulk of weddings held in New Zealand feature alcohol, in some form or another. Today we are covering figuring out how much alcohol to buy for your wedding at a BYO venue. Save your… Read More

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Oct42018May 26 2020
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“What questions should I be asking when looking for a wedding venue?”

by Amanda, in category Just Engaged, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Finding a wedding venue is one of the first things that you need to do when planning your wedding. The wedding ceremony site and reception venue is the foundation for your wedding celebrations, so it’s important to pick a site that fits you, your budget and the day you have dreamed of. Finding the perfect… Read More

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Sep112018Apr 15 2020
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8 Charming Ideas for DIY Wedding Decorations

by Amanda, in category Budget, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Your search for the most magnificent DIY wedding decorations is over! We’ve put together a list of what we believe are the seven most beautiful and unique decorations you can make for your upcoming wedding. They’ll add glamour, class, and style to any wedding and without the hefty price tag, you’d expect from such stunning… Read More

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Sep42018Apr 15 2020
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How do you choose your wedding day music?

by Amanda, in category Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception
How to choose the music for your wedding day

Choosing the music for your wedding day can be a drawn-out process – both of you need to sit down and figure it out. In between cake testing, invitation addressing and guest wrangling, it can end up being one of those jobs you procrastinate on! Today we are sharing some tips on how to chose… Read More

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Aug282018Apr 15 2020
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Unique DIY Wedding Favours

by Amanda, in category Budget, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

DIY wedding favours are a great way to shave costs from your budget. They’re also loved by guests, knowing that effort and attention have gone into their keepsake. Most DIY wedding favours are simple to make, can be tailored specifically to meet your theme and reflect the personality or interests of the bride and groom.… Read More

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Aug142018Apr 15 2020
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Wedding Cake Trends & Predictions

by Amanda, in category Wedding Reception

Wondering what the next wedding cake trends will be? If only we had a crystal ball and could see into the future. Just like choosing a wedding dress, we want our cakes to look gorgeous and fashionable on our wedding days. Long gone are the days of fruitcakes with rock hard icing. Today’s wedding cakes… Read More

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Jul102018Apr 15 2020
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Wedding BYO Alcohol Friendly Venue Traps to Beware Of

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

When it comes to alcohol, hiring a wedding BYO alcohol friendly venue sounds like a great idea. You can purchase your own alcohol in the quantities you will need. Plus, you can hunt around for the alcohol at the best prices too! But if you are considering using a wedding BYO alcohol friendly venue, there… Read More

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Apr242018Jun 10 2019
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How to Choose an MC for Your Wedding

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception
Young newlyweds enjoying romantic moment together at wedding reception outside, wedding guests in background blowing bubbles

Once you’ve booked a date for your wedding, you’ll need to choose an MC or master of ceremonies. While you’ll both remain the most important people of the day, they’ll also play a vital role in keeping the day running smoothly. Some of their jobs include organising guests for photos and helping guests find their… Read More

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