Archive for 2008
The Art of Negotiating, Part 1
Few things cause as much agony in the bridalsphere, from both couples and vendors, as negotiation. In my behind-the-scenes dealings with my wedding industry colleagues and with my interactions with you I'm privvy to both sides of the negotation table. What I see is a lot of misunderstanding and oftentimes bad advice (on both sides) ...
Ask The Experts: At Home Weddings Off Limits Areas
Ask The Experts is a new feature where you, dear readers, can ask your most pressing wedding-related questions and get answers from wedding professionals. Today's question: If you have a wedding reception at your parent’s home in the front yard (in a tent, with portables) is it rude to ask that your guests please not go inside ...
Satisfy My Curiosity: What's On Your Menu?
I'm curious about what foods you're serving your guests at your reception. What's on your menu? Are you DIYing any of the food?
Mea Culpa: $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest
I goofed. Reader Ashley pointed out that I didn't follow my own rules for announcing the winner of the Under $500 Bridal Ensemble contest. Instead of picking a single random winner, I personally chose 3 winners. D'oh! Sorry, friends! To make good on my original contest rules, I've used Random.Org to select a random winner in ...
Under $500 Ensemble Winner(s)
You make my life difficult, you crafty vixens! Honestly, I had the worst time trying to pick a single winner for this contest. So I didn't. I picked 3 winners and even that was a challenge. All of the entries for this contest were so wonderfully creative, beautiful, and fun! Each of the winners will receive ...
Budget Watch: Things To Watch For In December/January
As 2008 comes to an end, I wanted to give you a heads up about some things that may directly affect you and your wedding budget in the coming weeks. With the economy on shaky ground companies big and small are looking for ways to reduce their potential losses for their next quarter or fiscal year. ...
Thanksgiving 2008
As I head off for a few days to spend Thanksgiving with my family and friends, I wanted to express how grateful I am for you, my awesome community of friends and colleagues. All-in-all 2008 has been an amazing year of growth on every level (my 6th month pregnant belly is proof) for me and DIY ...
'Tis The Season To Save Some Cash
As we in the US gear up for Thanksgiving this week, the inevitable barage of Black Friday ads are undoubtedly already on their way to your hot little hands. For those of you with DIY wedding projects on your to do list in the next few months NOW is the perfect time to stock up ...
Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest: Thank You!
Thank you to everyone who entered this contest! With all sincerity - I am amazed at how talented and resourceful you are! I admit to buying a pair of shoes that was showcased and found some nifty ideas for Xmas gifts. :-) I'll be announcing the winner on Monday. Hopefully everyone will have had a chance to ...
Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt. 4: Marissa
From Marissa Total: $306.93 See full image for sources (click above to make larger).
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