Wow, what a picture! This photo was taken by the lovely and talented Jen Williams of a sample set up I set up as an example of how beautiful you can make your wedding with a bit of time, creativity, and a few details!
Archive: February, 2010
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Sneak Peak
Sunday, February 28th, 2010Make an Impression with your Invites
Thursday, February 25th, 2010I have been eyeing these for a while, I just can’t make up my mind which one to choose. How awesome are these stamps – they would make quite the impression on your guests!
(Source: See what I mean this is just a basic sample of what is on Etsy. I’m having a hard time deciding, but I will have to buy two one for home and one for bussiness so at least I don’t have to narrow it down to one
Julianne Cragg | Edmonton Wedding Planner
A Modern Proposal Event Planning
o: 780.760.1466 | c: 780.901.5630
real life wedding
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010I just had to share this wedding I stumbled upon when I was looking for inspiration for a client. It is simple, vintage inspired, and oh so beautiful!
What a cute table, how could you go wrong with the spray painted heart?
This is by far my favorite idea, how awesome and creative is the aisle runner/linner?
Simple and cute center pieces!
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Julianne Cragg | Edmonton Wedding Planner
A Modern Proposal Event Planning
o: 780.760.1466 | c: 780.901.5630
Photos: First Look vs. Ceremony
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
(photo credit: Shandro Photo)
This is a big debate many couples go through. Do you take photos before the wedding, “First Look or First Glance”, or do you wait to see each other until the ceremony. Most people are over the whole superstition idea but still like the idea of ‘walking down the aisle to your groom. It is fabulous, however, following the ceremony you have to take photos afterwards (and perhaps after your receiving line). This can be VERY time consuming and perhaps you don’t think your guests mind waiting 3+ hours for the reception, but trust me they do. Have you gone through it for them, probably.
But here are the pros to taking photos before hand – most photographers will take only the two of you alone; having your groom with his back to you and then you come out and he will turn around. This gives the two of your intimate time alone (no priest, no bridal party, no parents, no guests) – you have no idea how rare that is going to be on your wedding day! The photographer will be there to capture the first glace of your groom and if he was going to cry when you walked down the aisle he is going to cry then too. Not to mention your flowers – crisp and green, your make up – fresh, your groomsmen – sober, and your bridesmaids – blissful.
In my opinion, if I were doing my wedding over I would do first look photos, hands down.
Julianne Cragg | Edmonton Wedding Planner
A Modern Proposal Event Planning
o: 780.760.1466 | c: 780.901.5630
Eco Friendly
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
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Eco friendly weddings don’t have to be expensive; in fact, they can be quite the opposite! You don’t need to go and buy new things made out of recycle product to be eco friendly, here are a few suggestions on how to make you wedding eco friendly and uber chic:
- Find a venue that allows you to have the ceremony and reception on the same site, that way guests don’t have to drive.
- Have more of an eclectic wedding and don’t worry if all the vases aren’t the same. Go to a second hand store and buy vases or to a antique store to purchase some – or even, my favorite go garage saleing!
- Use recycled paper for your invitations. It’s not hard to find anymore, and comes in array of colors and textures.
- Create a wedding website instead of having several inserts.
- Use local vendors; don’t fly a photographer in from Toronto for your Edmonton wedding.
- Edible or Plant favors. These are more eco friendly as most guests will use them, plus they weren’t shipped from across the world and made in a polluting factory.
- Have group transportation for photos, to and from the reception. This is fabulous especially if your reception is in a little known location.
- Rent or buy and resell items instead of having single use items (i.e cutlery, glasses)
- Make stuff. Plain and simple instead of buying your escort cards/décor/table numbers/favors make them. You might not be able to make everything but a little bit of a personal touch goes a long way.
- Have a smaller wedding.
Julianne Cragg | Edmonton Wedding Planner
A Modern Proposal Event Planning
o: 780.760.1466 | c: 780.901.5630
Wedding Photography
Friday, February 19th, 2010
Once you have walked down the aisle, cried, eaten cake, and tossed the bouquet the ONLY tangible memory with is your photos. It is not a decision to be taken lightly and if there is ANYTHING you should splurge on, it is the photos. I cannot tell you how many times I overhear (whether it is from a MOH or sister, cousin etc.) that they should have spent more money and time on the photos.
Take your time to select the perfect photographer, don’t be in a rush – there are several different styles, qualities, and price points to choose from.
So what is the average cost of a ‘middle ranged’ photographer in Edmonton?
You’re investing about $2500-$3500. Now with that being said, yes you can find a good photographer for a lesser amount depending on the package, but this is the average cost. The packages from photographer to photographer differ. Some include the High Resolution files (you can print big photos) some don’t include them at all but include an album. Do your research don’t be disappointed.
Also keep in mind when taking photos, the average session should be 2.5-3 hours to get enough shots of the families (15-30 minutes), the bridal party, and the two of you!
Check out Edmonton Wedding Photographers to see work from some Edmonton’s finest photographers.
Julianne Cragg | Edmonton Wedding Planner
A Modern Proposal Event Planning
o: 780.760.1466 | c: 780.901.5630
Table Number Stands
Thursday, February 18th, 2010I love ikea. It is a fairly well know fact. I like the modern style of the designs and the flexibility of the use. Well here is one product I found that I loved. How useful would this be as a table number stand? You can double side the number and even paint the frame. Another reason to look outside the box. Oh and it’s price tag $0.99, very affordable.
Flaunt Your Rock: Contest
Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
Flaunt Your Rock – An Engagement Contest
LOVE is in the air! Did you recently get engaged and are beaming with pride over the shiny rock on your finger? Want to flaunt it some more? In honor of all the love going around, I am holding a contest for you engaged love birds to show off your new bling!
What do you get for flaunting that shiny new rock? The winner will receive a one hour engagement session and a $100 print credit.
The Details:
• Submit 1 photograph of your ring & 1 photograph of yourselves (please do not submit images taken by another professional photographer).
• Encourage all of your friends and family to vote for you. The ring with the most votes wins!
• Engaged couples only.
• Open to both Vancouver and Edmonton couples (there will be a winner for each city!)
All submissions must be received by midnight March 5th, 2010.
Check out these two photographers who are offering this contest:
Jen Williams: Edmonton
Leslie Brown: Fort McMurray
Julianne Cragg | Edmonton Wedding Planner
A Modern Proposal Event Planning
o: 780.760.1466 | c: 780.901.5630
Sample Dress Sale
Thursday, February 11th, 2010Just thought i’d share this with my lovely readers….
Julianne Cragg | Edmonton Wedding Planner
A Modern Proposal Event Planning
o: 780.760.1466 | c: 780.901.5630
Venue Coordinator Vs. Event/Wedding Coordinator
Wednesday, February 10th, 2010
(Charlene from Sweet Chic Events)
“Why do I need a coordinator my venue will do everything, they come with a coordinator” – This is one of the largest misconceptions when it comes to Venue Coordinator (the one that is at/comes with your venue) vs. an Event/Wedding Coordinator.
We are two very different kinds. Very simply put a wedding coordinator’s client is you; a venue coordinator’s client is their manager. A wedding planner’s interests lye with the client (YOU) while a venue coordinator’s interest lye with the venue.
A venue coordinator may assist with putting out linens or perhaps a room layout or even give you a list of the vendors that have been to those facilities before. However, most venues come with a coordinator. Most venues also have high turnover and multiple weddings in a day, which means you aren’t their only concern that day and you will potentially be working with a few ‘coordinators’. With multiple weddings, they aren’t in your room the whole time ensuring that guests aren’t raiding the sweet buffet before dinner! Once food is served they usually disappear. This doesn’t offer much support later on when you can’t find your toss bouquet or the Emcee goes missing.
A venue coordinator is there to coordinate anything that relates to the venue; where as a wedding planner is there to coordinate anything that relates to your wedding.
Both a wedding coordinator and venue coordinator are very important, but they also play very different roles, which may overlap in a few places concerning the reception décor or set up. But that’s usually where the similarities end.
Venue Coordinator will:
- create a floor plan
- create a menu, and attending the tasting
- set out décor items you brought the night before
- ensure a grand entrance into the reception room
Wedding Coordinator will*:
- assemble a master timeline and ensure it is carried out
- reviews contracts, ensure contracts are carried out
- have contracts on hand and previous emails to back up what vendors have said they will do for you
- ensure vendors/VIPs arrive and know what to do
- direct & assist guests at the ceremony and reception
- ensure that your best man has the rings that the marriage certificate is in place
- work with you to set up your rehearsal, direct if necessary
- create a seamless wedding by being the liaison between family/cake/dj/photographer/other vendors
- line up and cue the bridal party & musicians
- attend to any needs of the bride & bridal party
- set out any personal items (guestbook, flowers, escort cards, etc.) at the reception & ceremony and then collect any personal items
*(sample list, not even remotely complete)
Julianne Cragg | Edmonton Wedding Planner
A Modern Proposal Event Planning
o: 780.760.1466 | c: 780.901.5630
