New Sponsor - Sinatra Weddings

Today I am thrilled to announce the lovely Frank Holden of Sinatra Weddings as a new Sponsor on Plans and Presents Blog.

I recently featured Frank in Supplier Spotlight, read that article here.

Frank offers an outstanding entertainment package  for your wedding reception, all designed by himself personally, and all carefully structured in line with your budget.

Frank writes and produces from a one-hour entertainment package, to a four-hour package.

On booking one of his Sinatra wedding entertainment packages, he will liaise with your chosen venue to ensure all goes smoothly.

All formats have that "swinging Sinatra” sound to them, very cool and very laid back.

Frank's attention to detail and presentation is second to none.

So when your wedding requires a five-star presentation, call Frank because there is a package there for you!

Prices start from as little as £495.00.

There are also additional specialised services available such as live piano through dinner, and a customised disco to conclude your reception.

Video and audio samples are available on the website.
http://www.sinatra-entertainment.com/media/

To Contact Frank

Website: www.sinatra-entertainment.com
Email: frankholdensings@yahoo.co.uk 
Phone: 0141 773 3755 or 07932 177 954
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FHSingsSinatra

 

Julieann Beads - Introducing the Allure Wedding Collections

Today I am delighted to share news about new collections from the fabulous Julieann Beads.

Julieann Beads are a design led, family business based in Shrewsbury, Shropshire.
Their unique and distinctive wirework jewellery features handmade glass beads, freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystals and gemstones sourced from around the world.

The Julieann Beads best selling Allure bridal jewellery collection has some stunning new additions.
Officially to be launched on Friday 4th March 2011 at the NEC, National Wedding Show.

Following the dazzling success of the Allure Purely Pendant necklace designs launched at the Autumn NEC National Wedding Show, Julieann Beads are thrilled to introduce new bridal jewellery, and wedding hair accessory designs.
These include pretty combs, headbands, bracelets, necklaces, earrings and pins.

Every single design in the Julieann Beads Allure bridal collection is lovingly hand created from luxurious ivory freshwater pearls, sparkling Swarovski diamante and clear crystals.

Beautiful and distinctive, the Julieann Beads Allure bridal collection is perfect for brides seeking vintage inspired wedding jewellery and hair accessories.
Easy to wear and a pleasure to own, their jewellery designs become treasured keepsakes that will be worn long after the wedding.

Established in 2005, Julieann Beads work closely with their brides ensuring that they offer fantastic value for money designs in the latest styles with excellent customer service.

Many of their brides return to purchase bridesmaid jewellery and jewellery for the mothers, and other key people in the wedding party.

Owner and designer Julieann Bird says “vintage inspired wedding jewellery such as our Allure collection continues to be one of our best selling ranges; brides are still looking for affordable bridal jewellery designs with a huge nostalgic theme”.

These beautiful pieces are timesless and would be a stunning addition to any Brides Wedding Day look, as well as amazing gifts for all memebers of the Bridal party.

As well as Bridal jewellery Julieann's work is perfect for everyday as well, I particularly love the Juniper Charm Bracelet, a vibrant, and classic creation that combines my favourite colours of black and red...gorgeous.

To Contact Julieann Beads

Website: www.julieannbeads.co.uk
Email: nfo@julieannbeads.co.uk
Phone: 01743 369024
Blog: http://www.julieannbeads.co.uk/cms/julieann-beads-jewellery-blog-recent-posts.html
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Julieann-Beads/280952354188?v=wall
Twitter: http://twitter.com/Julieannbeads

Advice for Brides - Remembering You !

Sometimes in the hustle , bustle of party and wedding planning , we sometimes forget ourselves.
We get so carried away with arrangements and the busy busy busy that we don't take enough time for us.

I will give you the advice that anybody would , in that it is important to eat well, drink plenty of water, take a little light exercise if you can ,and if you think you need it, take a multivitamin.

Once a week, take a night out for you [ like you would with date night, when its just you and him] and just chill.

Run a bubble bath, give yourself a home manicure and pedicure, put on a facemask, exfoliate and paint those nails.

Light the candles , have a glass of wine, put on your favourite music and read that trashy romance novel.

Like taking a step back, and prioritising the importance of your relationship, you need to do the same thing for yourself.

Make yourself a priority today !!

Favours Competition - Precious Moments Stationery

Today I have joined up with the lovely Precious Moments Stationery to offer this great prize that will be a lovely keepsake for all the Guests coming to your Wedding.

Established in 2001, Precious Moments Stationery are a family based business that custom design and print  cards and gifts for ALL your special occasions.

They have previously specialised in children's events, but have decided to venture into the Wedding field.

They have designed a range of personalised Bookmark Favours which have proved popular for other events, and  now design some for Weddings.

These bookmarks are carefully designed with various printed effects such as ribbon bow graphics etc, and printed to the couple's specifications, and they will try to match tassels and colour trim to dress fabric and wedding theme if required too.

These are then heat sealed with laminate finish to ensure durability, and a true keepsake of the special day.

They are offering a fantastic competition prize of 50 Personalised bookmark favours designed in colours of choice with matching tassels.
 
To enter, please contact Precious Moments Stationery with your name address, wedding date and email by March 31st 2011.

Quote : MrsPandP Competition with your entry, stating the reason why you think you should win this great prize.

These are some of the designs and there are more to choose from and to match to your colour scheme.

This competition is open to residents of the UK, Ireland and the Channel Islands.

As an extra incentive, and even if you do not win the Competition, they will also offer Free P&P by recorded delivery for any orders that mention the P and P  blog.

To Contact Precious Moments

Website: http://www.preciousmomentsstationery.com/
Phone: 0141 - 639 - 0429

Festival of Love - The Wedding of Adele and Larry - Images by Courtenay Photographic

In the second of my Real Life Wedding posts this week, I again feature the outstanding work of fantastic Dorset Wedding Photographer - Courtenay Photographic Ltd.

Courtenay Hitchcock gives us a little background into this really special Big Day.

"Adele and Larry’s (Laurence) wedding was held in the Church of St Andrews in the village of Blagdon Somerset."

"I first went to where Adele was getting ready in a house in the village of Nempnett Thrubwell!
 I was very pleasantly surprised to find Adele getting ready in traditional Indian wedding dress, and having had the full Henna treatment done to her hand and arms.
Apparently Larry had no idea she was going to be dressed this way , and it was a complete surprise."

"Then I was off to Blagdon to find Larry and the boys in the local pub, before heading to the Church."

"Soon Adele arrived, and a lovely service followed.
Larry and Adele are both Christians (they met through their Church group) and had brought their own vicar with them to conduct the service."

"Following the service we went out into the brisk Autumn air, where the weather now looking decidedly dodgy.
As guests started to make their way to the reception. Adele, Larry and I  headed to Blagdon reservoir and Nature reserve to capture a few quiet pictures."

"Then it was our turn too to head off to the reception which was being held at Larry’s family home in a large open sided Marquee."

"The theme of Adele and Larry’s wedding was ‘Festival” and many guests donned brightly coloured clothing, funny hats and soon many guests (including the father of the groom) had had their faces painted too!"

"We then ventured nto a field next to the garden with views over Blagdon Reservoir for a few family formals.
Just in time too because that threatening cloud suddenly opened and rain fell heavily, still it certainly didn’t dampen any spirits."

"This wedding was a really close affair, you could really feel the love in the room if you know what I mean, just as well as we all had to stay fairly well packed in under the large open sided Marquee."

"Speeches were held on the terrace overlooking the marquee (also covered by the large tent ) and then it was time for Carribean food to be served buffet style."

"Darkness began to fall, fire juggling broke out and small children shinned up the marquee poles, it was just a really relaxed fun atmosphere."

"Braziers were lit to help give some warmth, and the band Blak Flamez took their places ready for the first dance."

"Adele and Larry took to the floor to rapturous applause, and were soon joined by many guests and family as the wonderful reggae band kicked into full swing.
Another great wedding!"

What a gorgeous Wedding, in such vibrant colour, and with such a sense of fun, and two different cultures blending seamlessly as one.

Some stunning images from Courtenay, and a beautiful couple whose love just shines through.

To Contact Courtenay Photographic

Website: http://www.courtenayphotographic.co.uk/ 
Email: info@courtenayphotographic.co.uk
Phone: 01258 473671
Blog: http://www.courtenaysblog.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dorset-Wedding-Photographer/102890768230?ref=mf
Twitter: http://twitter.com/courtenayphoto

Supplier Spotlight - Intricate Creations

Today I am delighted to spotlight the amazing work of Intricate Creations.

Intricate Creations blends classic design and modern technology to create luxury couture bespoke wedding stationery for all tastes.

Founded and established by a newly married young couple who themselves struggled to find their 'perfect' wedding stationery, Intricate Creations understands the need to be flexible with designs, colours and pretty much anything to do with wedding stationery.

I spoke to Keerti Patel to find out all about this amazing Business.

What is it that you do ?

"Intricate Creations specialise in contemporary, bespoke, laser cut Wedding Stationery for the sophisticated, style concious couples of today."

"Our couture designs fuse the cultural richness of the East, with the chic glamour of the West, to form a new, unique trend in the Wedding Stationery World."

When and why did you start your business ?

"After spending 8 months travelling the world, my wife and I were so inspired to start our own business to give us the freedom to do what we wanted, when we wanted.
Shortly after getting back to the UK, we got married and it was during the planning stages where Intricate Creations was born."

"Being born and bred in the UK but with Indian roots, made it so difficult to find the perfect wedding stationery.
We wanted a Western feel but with an Eastern twist to satisfy both sides to us."

"Unfortunately we found it incredibly hard to find something to suit, so we decided to make them ourselves. We were sold on the experience and decided to go at it full time doing what we love. designing, creating and innovating."

What inspires you ?

"Inspiration can take many forms.
Eastern culture plays a big part in our designs, but saying that so does the Western culture.
We feel our designs fuse the two in perfect harmony."

"Making other people happy also is one of our biggest motivators.
Seeing the smile on someone's face when you deliver their perfect wedding stationery means more to us than our brides and grooms will ever know."

Whats your greatest achievement ?

"Travelling the world is something a lot of people talk about.
Well we packed up our 9-5's and travelled the world for 8 months.
It was one of our greatest achievements, and what made it extra special is that we shared it with each other."

"We love to live life to the fullest, and cram in as much as we can.
There are no second thoughts, no doubts, we just go for it and we enjoy every day to the fullest because of it."

"From a business point of view, exhibiting at the National Wedding Show and getting the response we did was pretty great being such a young company."

Whats the future for Intricate Creations ?

"Who knows what is in store for Intricate Creations.
Being such a young company, we would love to build our reputation in the wedding world to one that is loved."

"The future may see Intricate Creations branching out into other forms of design but for now, stationery is our number 1 focus."

Royal Affection Invite

English Rose Invitation

Unity Invitation

Harmony Art Deco Invitation

Wrapped in Love Invitation

Vintage Splendour Invitation

Royal Dream Invitation

Wrapped in Love Open Invitation

Blush Art Deco Invitation

Tulipa Open Invitation

Indulgence Invitation

Desire Insert

I adore all types of Wedding Stationery, the excitement you get when one drops on your doormat is fantastic, but from my point of view I find these designs stunning and a refreshing change.
Diversity in Wedding Ivitations is brilliant though as it means there is something for everyone.

I particularly like the "Royal Affection" and think it would have been a much better choice for Royal couple Wills and Kate for their own Big Day.

To Contact Intricate Creations

Website:http://www.intricatecreations.co.uk/
Email: info@intricatecreations.co.uk
Phone: 020 7183 9493
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Intricate-Creations/163712210327890
Twitter: http://twitter.com/intricatecreate