We would like to introduce the newest addition to our team, Nadine Johnson. Nadine got into the event planning industry by organizing a variety of events from graduation celebrations to charity fundraisers for the past few years. Her first experience with coordinating weddings is by planning her very own wedding which will be held here in October in Thunder Bay. What normally takes brides months or sometimes years to plan, Nadine completed within two weeks.
Nadine is currently working on her IWPP certification through QC School of Wedding Planning and her background in Human Resources enhances her ability to build professional relationships with clients, colleagues and vendors. Nadine is looking forward to helping couples plan their special day, and with her enthusiasm, and attention to detail she will surely exceed your expectations. You can count on her to treat your wedding with the same amount of focus as her own. With her amazing organizational skills and work ethic she will ensure that your wedding will be a smooth and memorable one. Being both a Bride and a Planner has taught her to be prepared for any situation, always be one step ahead and have a solution to every challenge.
We are so thrilled to have her apart of the business! We hope you all love her as much as we do!
Monday, May 24, 2010
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Nancy and Dan
We wanted to send out a huge welcome to Nancy and Dan who have invited us to be apart of their upcoming wedding! Although we aren't able to be their on the actual wedding day, we will work with them on planning their romantic, rustic outdoor wedding.
Nancy and Dan are seriously adorable. They absoutely glow when they talk about their wedding day. They're planning to be married on Lake shabandowon at the wilderness camp. Nancy, not being from thunder bay, really wanted her family to truely experience the north and it's beauty. The reception will have a green theme with a rustic feel. Even though we aren't able to attend the day of activities, we will be there Friday night to help set up the beautiful wedding site.
We are truely blessed to have met this couple and we wish them all the best!
Nancy and Dan are seriously adorable. They absoutely glow when they talk about their wedding day. They're planning to be married on Lake shabandowon at the wilderness camp. Nancy, not being from thunder bay, really wanted her family to truely experience the north and it's beauty. The reception will have a green theme with a rustic feel. Even though we aren't able to attend the day of activities, we will be there Friday night to help set up the beautiful wedding site.
We are truely blessed to have met this couple and we wish them all the best!
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Welcome, Lisa and Adam!
We're so thrilled to announce that Lisa and Adam have chosen us to be apart of their wedding day! They're going to be married on July 17, 2010 at Adams mothers house in the country.
They're having an all white wedding party, who will also have small punches of lime green! The ladies are going to look fabulous walking down the aisle carrying umbrellas in their white summer dresses, and lime green shoes! The wedding is a mix of "casual summer garden beachy meets vogue", as Lisa puts it. The decor is all white with small punches of lime green and black. They aren't having your everyday head table either. Instead, they opted for a "harvest table" that will sit 22 guests in the centre of the reception. Dangling beautifully over the harvest table will be a large crystal chandelier. The reception tables are also square to create a modern reception.They are also planning to have a funky cocktail area set up for guests.
Lisa and Adam have done an amazing job planning their dream wedding. They have a fabulous vision and great ideas for their unique wedding. We couldn't be more happy to be apart of their celebrations.
They're having an all white wedding party, who will also have small punches of lime green! The ladies are going to look fabulous walking down the aisle carrying umbrellas in their white summer dresses, and lime green shoes! The wedding is a mix of "casual summer garden beachy meets vogue", as Lisa puts it. The decor is all white with small punches of lime green and black. They aren't having your everyday head table either. Instead, they opted for a "harvest table" that will sit 22 guests in the centre of the reception. Dangling beautifully over the harvest table will be a large crystal chandelier. The reception tables are also square to create a modern reception.They are also planning to have a funky cocktail area set up for guests.
Lisa and Adam have done an amazing job planning their dream wedding. They have a fabulous vision and great ideas for their unique wedding. We couldn't be more happy to be apart of their celebrations.
10 Questions You Didn't Know To Ask
I just read this on TheKnot and thought I'd share!
After a few months of wedding planning, you start to feel like a pro. You've already memorized all the in-season flowers, can name the top 20 wedding dress designers alphabetically and are on a first-name basis with every single member on staff at your reception venue. Still, there's bound to be a couple of questions that you forgot to ask. Let us help fill it in for you.
1. When should I take off my veil after the ceremony?
Everyone loves to talk about the veil, but nobody tells you exactly when to ditch it. While it's perfectly okay to wear the veil for the entire reception, there are two optimal times to take it off. The first is after the ceremony (have your hairstylist show a bridesmaid how to do this without messing up your 'do), and the second is after the first dance while your guests are eating. Once the veil's off, stick it in your bridal suite or have it "decorate" your chair.
2. How should our wedding party travel to the reception?
We bet you and your groom planned a perfect ceremony exit where you hop into a vintage Rolls-Royce and ride off to the reception. That sounds great, but yes, you're responsible for getting your wedding party there too. If you're going casual and want them to simply drive over, let everyone know this beforehand so they can carpool. Otherwise, rent a stretch limo, go vintage with a trolley or let them be kids again by cruising in a budget-friendly school bus -- of course, feel free to tag along for the ride!
3. Do I really need someone to hold my dress while I pee?
This depends on the dress. If you're wearing a full-length ball gown, you'll probably need an extra set of hands to help hold up the skirt while you do your thing. Trust us -- the cost versus the benefit on this is a no-brainer. But if you're sporting a silk sheath and a posse pee makes you cringe, go ahead and handle your own business. Another tip: There's a pee-ready Spanx designed with a hole in, well, just the right place. We'll stay classy and resist the oh-so-obvious dirty joke opportunity here.
4. Is there an appropriate way to kiss at the ceremony?
Remember the day he proposed, and you saw the ring and the tears in his eyes, and then you two started making out like maniacs? Yeah, don't do that. But your first kiss as a married couple doesn't have to be just a peck either. Do what comes naturally, as long as it doesn't involve visible tongue and last more than 10 seconds. Oh, and don't do the dip thing either -- unless of course you want to look like you belong in a Hugh Grant movie.
5. What exactly do the bride and groom do during the cake cutting?
The cake cutting typically takes place after dinner when your bandleader or DJ makes an announcement (you can also do this). If you have older guests who might be leaving early, do your cake cutting at the beginning of the reception just before the first dance. For the first cut, your groom's hands are placed over yours as you cut into the bottom layer of the cake. The groom makes the second cut solo and feeds the bride, and then it's your turn.
6. Where do I put my engagement ring during the ceremony?
Wear the ring on your right hand or have your aunt or grandma hold it. If you want to wear your engagement ring for the reception, put it on during the ride to your venue or just before being announced. For Jewish weddings, it's fine to wear your engagement ring, and then exchange stone-free wedding bands if you want to keep with tradition. Also remember: The band is usually worn closest to your heart on your left hand.
7. Who lifts my veil?
While more and more brides are wearing a veil flipped back for the entire ceremony or not wearing one at all, the most traditional bride still wears a veil over her face. If you like to keep things classic, there are two options. One is your dad lifts the veil when he gives you away, "revealing" you to the groom (like you really need help with that one). The other is for the groom to lift the veil just before the kiss.
8. What side are we supposed to stand on during the ceremony?
If you're in a church facing the altar, the bride stands on the left side and the groom on the right. Guests of the bride and groom should follow suit, sitting on the side of whoever they know best or are related to (hint: tell mutual friends to sit on the side that has less people). For Jewish ceremonies, it's the opposite.
9. What's the best way to greet guests if I don't want a receiving line?
Yeah, we get it -- you don't want to stand around after the ceremony in an assembly line. Instead, greet your guests during the reception by going from table to table during the first course. Just make sure you have time to eat too! Also, make a short speech thanking guests for coming and give a shout-out to vendors and parents (or anyone else who helped pay for your wedding!). While this moment with the mic shouldn't take the place of personal interaction with guests, it can be a great forum to let them know how much their support means to you.
10. Can I take my shoes off at any time during the reception?
We've all been to the wedding where guests cut loose on the dance floor and ditch the heels. But it's a little different when you're the bride -- especially if you're wearing a formal dress. Instead of going barefoot, bring a pair of flats for dancing. If you're getting married in the summer, have baskets of flip-flops in your wedding colors for your guests to slip into before they get down. There's one exception to the shoes-or-lose rule: beach weddings!
After a few months of wedding planning, you start to feel like a pro. You've already memorized all the in-season flowers, can name the top 20 wedding dress designers alphabetically and are on a first-name basis with every single member on staff at your reception venue. Still, there's bound to be a couple of questions that you forgot to ask. Let us help fill it in for you.
1. When should I take off my veil after the ceremony?
Everyone loves to talk about the veil, but nobody tells you exactly when to ditch it. While it's perfectly okay to wear the veil for the entire reception, there are two optimal times to take it off. The first is after the ceremony (have your hairstylist show a bridesmaid how to do this without messing up your 'do), and the second is after the first dance while your guests are eating. Once the veil's off, stick it in your bridal suite or have it "decorate" your chair.
2. How should our wedding party travel to the reception?
We bet you and your groom planned a perfect ceremony exit where you hop into a vintage Rolls-Royce and ride off to the reception. That sounds great, but yes, you're responsible for getting your wedding party there too. If you're going casual and want them to simply drive over, let everyone know this beforehand so they can carpool. Otherwise, rent a stretch limo, go vintage with a trolley or let them be kids again by cruising in a budget-friendly school bus -- of course, feel free to tag along for the ride!
3. Do I really need someone to hold my dress while I pee?
This depends on the dress. If you're wearing a full-length ball gown, you'll probably need an extra set of hands to help hold up the skirt while you do your thing. Trust us -- the cost versus the benefit on this is a no-brainer. But if you're sporting a silk sheath and a posse pee makes you cringe, go ahead and handle your own business. Another tip: There's a pee-ready Spanx designed with a hole in, well, just the right place. We'll stay classy and resist the oh-so-obvious dirty joke opportunity here.
4. Is there an appropriate way to kiss at the ceremony?
Remember the day he proposed, and you saw the ring and the tears in his eyes, and then you two started making out like maniacs? Yeah, don't do that. But your first kiss as a married couple doesn't have to be just a peck either. Do what comes naturally, as long as it doesn't involve visible tongue and last more than 10 seconds. Oh, and don't do the dip thing either -- unless of course you want to look like you belong in a Hugh Grant movie.
5. What exactly do the bride and groom do during the cake cutting?
The cake cutting typically takes place after dinner when your bandleader or DJ makes an announcement (you can also do this). If you have older guests who might be leaving early, do your cake cutting at the beginning of the reception just before the first dance. For the first cut, your groom's hands are placed over yours as you cut into the bottom layer of the cake. The groom makes the second cut solo and feeds the bride, and then it's your turn.
6. Where do I put my engagement ring during the ceremony?
Wear the ring on your right hand or have your aunt or grandma hold it. If you want to wear your engagement ring for the reception, put it on during the ride to your venue or just before being announced. For Jewish weddings, it's fine to wear your engagement ring, and then exchange stone-free wedding bands if you want to keep with tradition. Also remember: The band is usually worn closest to your heart on your left hand.
7. Who lifts my veil?
While more and more brides are wearing a veil flipped back for the entire ceremony or not wearing one at all, the most traditional bride still wears a veil over her face. If you like to keep things classic, there are two options. One is your dad lifts the veil when he gives you away, "revealing" you to the groom (like you really need help with that one). The other is for the groom to lift the veil just before the kiss.
8. What side are we supposed to stand on during the ceremony?
If you're in a church facing the altar, the bride stands on the left side and the groom on the right. Guests of the bride and groom should follow suit, sitting on the side of whoever they know best or are related to (hint: tell mutual friends to sit on the side that has less people). For Jewish ceremonies, it's the opposite.
9. What's the best way to greet guests if I don't want a receiving line?
Yeah, we get it -- you don't want to stand around after the ceremony in an assembly line. Instead, greet your guests during the reception by going from table to table during the first course. Just make sure you have time to eat too! Also, make a short speech thanking guests for coming and give a shout-out to vendors and parents (or anyone else who helped pay for your wedding!). While this moment with the mic shouldn't take the place of personal interaction with guests, it can be a great forum to let them know how much their support means to you.
10. Can I take my shoes off at any time during the reception?
We've all been to the wedding where guests cut loose on the dance floor and ditch the heels. But it's a little different when you're the bride -- especially if you're wearing a formal dress. Instead of going barefoot, bring a pair of flats for dancing. If you're getting married in the summer, have baskets of flip-flops in your wedding colors for your guests to slip into before they get down. There's one exception to the shoes-or-lose rule: beach weddings!
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Welcome 2010!
Let's start out the new year with a giveaway! Book your free consultation today, and get entered to win a free wedding planning package worth $500!! Refer a friend and get an extra ballot!
Contact us today:
info@adashofloveevents.com
807-252-2464
807-472-8939
Contact us today:
info@adashofloveevents.com
807-252-2464
807-472-8939
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Happy Holidays!
I know I've been slacking on the blogging, but I have an excellent excuse-the holidays. Every year it seems as though christmas sneaks up on me and every year I say that after the rush of the summer weddings, I will start to prepare for christmas. I have yet to follow that rule. Don't get me wrong-I wasn't the crazy shoppers in the mall on christmas eve, but I did have a few last minute gifts to pick up.
I love christmas. There's something about the fresh snow fall, beautiful lights, and scents of baked goodies that makes my heart skip a beat. I love that I can eat until my stomach hurts and use the excuse 'it's the holidays'. I also love that it's the one time of year where family gets together to celebrate under one roof.
I hope that everyone had a wonderful christmas and a happy new year!
I love christmas. There's something about the fresh snow fall, beautiful lights, and scents of baked goodies that makes my heart skip a beat. I love that I can eat until my stomach hurts and use the excuse 'it's the holidays'. I also love that it's the one time of year where family gets together to celebrate under one roof.
I hope that everyone had a wonderful christmas and a happy new year!
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Welcome Janice and Ross!
We would like to send out a huge welcome to Janice and Ross! They've decided to have us be apart of their wedding and we are so happy! They're planning for a gorgeous Norwester wedding with beautiful burgundy accents. They're set to be married next summer, August 8, 2010. Check back for updates about their wedding.
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