Tuesday, March 22, 2011

planning your celebration

Planning your BIG day! Now that the date is set, the planning can be like climbing Mount Everest. However, you can achieve your goal of a fun, stress free celebration, similar to how people climb Mount Everest. They achieve their goal in small steps. climbing setting a base camp and moving to the next level. When you approach your day is this manner the "mountain" or celebration doesn't look that overwhelming.

To start you on that journey, let's begin by getting the word out. In a world dominated by social media planning your celebration is much easier and fun. One idea that can get ideas as well a communicate your vision to others is, your own Wedding Website.

1. Your wedding site should reflect your personal style as a couple so everyone, even those who can’t attend, can really get to know both of you.

2. Don’t list the website on your actual invitations. Instead, include it on another item enclosed in the packet such as the response card. And don’t overemphasize your gift registry. That’s something that still should be spread by word of mouth.

3. Keep it simple. Don’t make your site so full of details and pages that no one can find the essential information that they are looking for. Remember the K.I.S.S factor. Keep It Simple and Sweet.


4. Keep it focused. Your wedding site is for details about your wedding. Do not include a lot of personal information. Remember, that your friends and relatives are going to be looking at this site for guidance and you want everyone who visits your site to feel comfortable and welcome. Some of your older relatives, or even your parents, may not want to know all of the details of your first kiss.

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Planning a wedding budget

Planning a wedding maybe for the first time can sometimes be overwhelming. Also staying within a budget can also be a challenge. A program on the Slice channel "Rich Bride Poor Bride" shows how couples set a budget and plan their wedding At the end it is revealed if the couple comes under or goes over budget. So to plan your wedding within a budget here is a link that can help you plan effectively.

http://www.slice.ca/Shows/RichBridePoorBride/BlogPost.aspx?sectionID=324&postID=74854

Monday, September 21, 2009

Sonya & Scott Brazier tie the knot & celebrate at the London Convention Centre

I had the honor of hosting the celebration for Sonya & Scott. They and their guests danced to a mix of East Indian, top 40, and classic hits. After a night of fun they shared their thoughts.


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Friday, September 4, 2009

The value of entertainment

In theses tough economic times there is the tendency to try to save money when it comes to planing a celebration. There has been a trend towards DIY wedding receptions and one the elements that people try to save money on is entertainment. I discovered an interesting facebook article that demonstrates that cutting the cost of entertainment does not always result in an enjoyable time for everybody involved. Click here to read and interesting story on a real DIY wedding reception.

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

An August wedding at Windermere

The great hall at Windermere was the setting for Erin's & Neils celebration.

After a beautiful ceremony guests were entertained by a string trio.








After a delicious dinner and great speeches Erin and Neil graced the dance floor for their 1st dance.

As the night continued, the guest hit the dance floor and dance the night away.









Thursday, June 11, 2009

Justyna & Mathew Zmuda June 6th, 2009 @ the Delta



The stage was the Delta London Armouries.

After a standing ovation from everyone, Justyna & Matthew graced the dance floor.

They danced to "Savage Garden's - I knew I loved you before I met you."



As the evening's entertainment unfolded friends and family dance the night away celebrating as Justyna & Matthew begin a new life together











Saturday, May 23, 2009

The 6th annual Walk of Life at CCH High School


Volunteers and staff from the LHSC Cardiac Rehab Unit once again put their running shoes to raise money and raise aware about healthy heart activities. Over 100 participants circled the track at Catholic Central High School for the sixth year. Also Black Tie Productions had the honour of providing the motivation and upbeat music to keep the participants going. Thanks go out to Amanda Middleton, Dr. Neville Suskin, Dr Humen,the staff and volunteers for another great walk of life.