Sahel & Matt's Rustic Barn Fall Wedding
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Sahel & Matt's Rustic Barn Fall Wedding

I’m thrilled to share the stunning fall wedding of Sahel and Matt,. The charming Piper Hill Barn provided the perfect rustic backdrop for their unforgettable day. From the moment you arrive, you’re greeted by the warm, golden tones of autumn, which made this fall celebration even more magical.

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My Favourite Wedding Venues in the Kitchener-Waterloo Region
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My Favourite Wedding Venues in the Kitchener-Waterloo Region

One of the first steps of planning a wedding includes choosing the perfect venue. Luckily, in the Kitchener-Waterloo region, we have a variety of venues to choose from that cater to every style and preference. As a seasoned wedding planner, I've had the pleasure of working with some amazing venues, each offering its own unique charm! Today I am discussing some of my favourite venues within the region!

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How to Create a Wedding Budget - Guidance from a Wedding Planner + Tips & Tricks
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How to Create a Wedding Budget - Guidance from a Wedding Planner + Tips & Tricks

As you bask in the joy and excitement of this new chapter, it's natural to be swept up in Wedding Instagram/Pinterest with visions of romantic ceremonies, dreamy details, and floral overload. While planning a wedding includes very fun elements, there's a foundational step that deserves your immediate attention: crafting your wedding budget.

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What To Do If It Rains on your Wedding Day
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What To Do If It Rains on your Wedding Day

During wedding season, rainy weather can be quite common at the beginning and end of the busy wedding months. This can cause a lot of stress, with couples constantly refreshing the weather app. However, it doesn’t have to ruin your day! With a little bit of preparation and a positive attitude, rain can enhance a wedding instead of dampen it.

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The Difference Between an Independent Wedding Coordinator and a Venue Coordinator
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The Difference Between an Independent Wedding Coordinator and a Venue Coordinator

Do you know the difference between an independent wedding coordinator and a venue coordinator? The terms wedding coordinator and venue coordinator are often used interchangeably, but when it comes to the duties of each, they are vastly different.

As a wedding planner, I absolutely LOVE when a venue has a coordinator. It completes the ultimate wedding vendor team. However, wedding coordinators and venue coordinators do not cover the same services. Both are very important when it comes to the wedding’s overall success, but they each perform their own separate duties. Today, we’re going to discuss the differences between each role.

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Carly-Ann & Justin's Spring Wedding at Cranberry Creek Gardens
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Carly-Ann & Justin's Spring Wedding at Cranberry Creek Gardens

As we’re nearing the end of winter and heading towards spring. We’re looking back on the wedding that kicked off our 2021 season! Cranberry Creek Gardens was the perfect setting for Carly-Ann & Justin’s spring wedding. The day was classic, romantic and unique as they created their own one-of-a-kind experience. They chose to feature their first dance and speech right after the ceremony!

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2 Year Planning Timeline
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2 Year Planning Timeline

The standard recommendation for timing when planning a wedding is 12 months. However, a lot of couples (like myself!) decide to plan their wedding with a 18 - 24 month timeline. There are not a lot of sample wedding planning timelines for this amount of time so I thought I would create one for all of my couples who are planning with this timeframe!

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COVID Friendly ways to Entertain your Wedding Guests
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COVID Friendly ways to Entertain your Wedding Guests

With COVID restrictions, dance parties aren’t permitted at weddings right now. DON’T PANIC THOUGH! There are many ways to entertain your guests and leave them with a memory they’ll never forget.

Luckily, there are lots of options to choose from to keep everyone safe, but also liven up the party. You can incorporate multiple entertainment ideas to ensure your guests never have a dull moment!

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Everything you’ve ever wondered about Wedding Hair & Makeup
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Everything you’ve ever wondered about Wedding Hair & Makeup

COVID has made wedding planning in general very difficult, but it has added an extra level of stress when it comes to making decisions on your hair & makeup. Today we’re bringing you tips, tricks and expert advice for every question you may have been wondering about when it comes to hair and makeup for your wedding and how to navigate hair & makeup when it comes to COVID!

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Sandra & Chris' Elopement
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Sandra & Chris' Elopement

Today I’m reminiscing of one of my favourite moments of 2020, Sandra & Chris’ elopement. Myself and a few other vendors put together a Pop Up Elopement package and Sandra & Chris jumped at the chance to officially tie the knot! The day was intimate, so much fun and full of love! I loved when they brought their own personalities into the elopement through their fans. Thank you to Sandra & Chris for trusting us to plan and execute their wedding!

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