Words of Wisdom Week 2

This weeks topic is something that I have alot of brides tell me or ask about. When asked about a planner they mention, "the lady at the reception site with be planning everything." As I try to stress to brides when they say that, she/he works for the reception site not you. The reception site planner knows all the logistics of that site, but may not know the best vendors to use or etc.


The planner you hire works for you, to help you plan your wedding.


Here is a perfect example, I got hired on to help a bride with planning her wedding & she had already been to the reception site earlier to figure out the menu. So once I was hired we went back together for her to sign the contract. As I read over the contract the price was much higher than she had mentioned to me, than it would be when she first came. So I asked the planner & they replied that they must have quoted the price to the bride wrong. In the long run, I got them to give her the price they quoted her the first time. If that bride didn't have someone on her side or working for her, she probably would have just paid the higher amount.

Bridal Brunch Recap

The Bridal Brunch on Sunday was exactly what I thought it would be, fabulous!! I like more intimate shows, with an upscale feel & this show fit that. As we probably all know the Scene knows how to throw a great event.

For my area, I chose to do a table setup. I wanted something modern, so I decided to use peacock feathers. I paired the colors pool blue, green, & silver. Here is a photo of my setup,

Thanks to Joe Hendricks for these pictures.

I used a peacock wreath for the centerpiece with a cylinder vase filled with cream orchids & floating candles. I also wanted to incorporate the stationary to the table setup. So here are the menu's that also can be used as place cards and the invitation, designed by Nicole Nickolas Designs.

I did a drawing for the free planning of a Bridal Luncheon. I have chosen the winner & will announce her soon.

New Website

I am so excited my new website is up & doing!! There are still a few more changes to be made, but for the most part it's done.

For those attending the Bridal Brunch on Sunday at Cannery Ballroom, stop by my booth to sign up for a consultation. Plus, there will be a little something in your gift bags from Creative Designs & Events. I'll see you there!

Website Changes

Just wanted to apologize, I am making a few changes to my website, so it may be down for a few. If you have questions, feel free to contact me 615.430.0427 or cdesignevents@aol.com

Thanks!!

Words of Wisdom

I have decided that each week I am going to give out some advice to brides planning their weddings. Things that will just make the process a little easier for you.

So this week I want to talk about ceremony and reception venues. Even if you just want a Day of Planner, have them visit the site. The planner will be able to see the space & tell you exactly if it will be able to hold the amount of guest you have or if you have space for everything you are wanting. This will help in the long run, because if your planner has not seen the site then a month before the event, she sees it & tells you that there is not going to be enough space to do everything you have planned.

So keep your planner involved, you hired them to help you. Even with my Day of brides, I contact them once a month just to see how everything is going. Plus, I am always available for questions.

Bride Wars

I went this weekend to see Bride Wars & loved it. This is the perfect movie for brides to take their bridal party to see. The movie is about friendships & will show your bridesmaid what you go through with planning your wedding. It's also a good movie for a group of friends too!!

Bridal Shows

Another wedding season is soon to begin, and I am very excited for my future weddings to take place. Since I know several brides got engaged during the holidays, the different bridal shows coming up will be very helpful to you.

I like more intimate bridal shows, so I am happy to announce that I will be participating in the first Nfocus & Nashville Scene Bridal Brunch at the Cannery Ballroom 11am-3pm, tickets are $20 and include champagne & appetizers.


I will be there to answer any questions you have & also to tell you more about my services. Stop by and check out my booth! Mention you read about the show from my blog & receive a free gift from Creative Designs & Events.

Or go to AshleysBrideGuide & get the special code for a discount on the tickets!