Ice the Cake
Every Ingredient for your Wedding
Congratulations on your Engagement! Welcome to Ice the Cake… Professional, credible, reliable, are all words you would like to hear associated with the suppliers for your wedding. It's the most important day of your life and you deserve the best! At Ice the Cake we aim to find just that - great wedding suppliers who are as passionate as we are about creating the perfect recipe for your day. Our service is completely free and our website offers ideas and inspiration every layer of your wedding planning. Working with a wide variety of ‘Credible & Incredible’ suppliers we are able to help you to create a wedding to suit your individual style and budget. From ‘Lovingly pre-used’ & DIY to Luxury & Couture we have suppliers who offer them all. In this little booklet you will find a diverse selection of our approved suppliers as well as some helpful articles for preparing for your day…we hope to see you at www.icethecake.co.uk soon! Best wishes, Sue & Team Ice the Cake xx
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Articles: Expert Tips and Advice
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Stationery Checklist
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What Wedding Flowers Do I need?
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Top 5 tips to planning the day you BOTH want Page 23
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Editor: Sue Page info@icethecake.co.uk Design: Kathryn Deeley www.kathryndeeley.co.uk
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Front page Photography: Frank Millar www.frankmillar.com Produced: www.sentio-pm.co.uk Tel: 01295 268649 Contributors: As acknowledged in each article
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Expert Tips and Advice “Make sure you see a complete wedding taken by your photographer, not just the best pictures. This will show you how they work, a full range of shots and timings and what your images will probably be like. Also ask for testimonials from previous clients.” Frank Millar, Frank Millar Photography “I advocate using your wedding cake as dessert as they do in the states - serve with berries and cream or ice cream. You spent a Frank Millar decent amount of your budget on the cake and by the time it's photograph y cut, everyone's too full to eat it! Reduce your catering spend and make the most of your cake!” Melissa Woodland, The Cake Boutique “Don't buy your Jewellery until you have your dress. So many birdes start off with a clear idea of what they want, then try it on with their dress and it doesn't go.” Sarah Sutcliffe, Energise Weddings “Book your hair and make up at least 6 months before and have a trial. Summer dates go fast!” Joyce Connor, Brides & Beauty
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“Book a Wedding Planner to save time on searching suppliers, let us help take the stress away we work with all brides to create their dream wedding. Wedding Planners don't have to be expensive. We can be involved as little or as much as the Bride would like.” Haley Jane, Haley Jane Events
“Incorporate seasonal flowers with your favourite flower to bring the price down a little, as often if you want something which is out of season the price will be much higher. Your florist will be a wealth of knowledge and will be able to advise you on seasonal options” Emma Newman, Signature Flowers “Allow up to 18 weeks for some bridal suppliers when choosing your bridesmaid dresses and then allow time for and alterations. Leaving your selection of bridesmaid gowns to 3 months before the wedding may determine the style of dresses you are restricted too.” Lorraine Issott, Frockalicious “For musicians it is a big mix of things!! Obviously you need to hire musicians who are friendly and professional, reliable etc BUT it is also imperative to book musicians who are trained as musicians and perform to a high standard.” Cheryl Agnew-Bass – Ariella Strings 4
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Stationery Checklist
Time and Money When planning a wedding you never seem to have enough of either so it’s important to decide how best to spend what you do have. Ask yourself: What can I do myself? How long will it take? How much will it cost? Think about how much time it will take you to bake and ice your own wedding cake, make your own stationery. Then think seriously about it and ask: What can I really do best myself and what is best left to the professionals? Wedding stationery checklist As specialists in stationery this is one area in which we can help you decide whether it’s worth making your own by working through this handy checklist: Save the date cards These are especially important if you’re getting married at Easter or in the summer as people will be thinking about holidays. Invitations Well obviously you can’t do without these. They should Allegra contain all the information people need to know, it is also the main opportunity to show your guests what kind of wedding it will be. Your invitation should set the tone and style for the special day. Wedding day essentials Mia Order of service – your guests will cherish this memento of your wonderful day Seating plan – depending on the size of the event, people like to see where they are going to be sitting and who they’ll be next to Table names/numbers – these are useful in getting people seated quickly Place cards – invaluable for people to be seated properly and again a wonderful memento After the wedding Thank you cards are essential and it’s a nice touch to include a photo of you from the wedding and a link to where people can see all the wedding photos.
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Article courtesy of Kathryn Deeley Wedding Stationery
www.kathryndeeley.co.uk
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What Wedding Flowers Do I need? Here is a comprehensive list of the key items: Brides bouquet: the shape of this needs to compliment your dress, and the colours should blend in with your theme. Bridesmaids bouquet's: often a Bridesmaid Bouq uet smaller version of the brides bouquet, using similar flowers sometimes in different colours, this could also be a pomander, hair flowers or perhaps a wrist corsage.
Bridal Bouquet
Often the Groom will have a buttonhole which matches something in the Brides bouquet, with some smaller detail e.g. beads or a filler flower and foliages.
The Best Man, Ushers and Father of the Bride/Groom are traditionally given a buttonhole to wear, this is often a more simple version of a flower featured in bridal bouquet and simple foliage. Mother of the Bride/Groom: It is traditional to give a corsage too, ask them what they are wearing and see what your florist recommends to compliment their outfit. Perhaps they would like a wrist or handbag corsage as an alternative to a lapel corsage.
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The Venue: A good florist will visit your venue/s with you unless they have been before and know it well. Often in a church or ceremony room two large arrangements, vases or pedestals either side of the aisle and a ceremony table arrangement will suffice. These items can be removed by ushers and taken to be placed at the next venue if necessary. Table decorations: These could be simple but stunning lily vases, martini glasses overflowing with an abundance of flowers or small pots of seasonal plants and herbs. The top table generally has a different arrangement something long and low so as you can be seen by your guests.
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Thank You’s: Finally there are often people you need to say thank you too; Mum's and perhaps a wedding organiser at the venue. What nicer way to do it than with a beautiful gift bouquet or large wrapped plant as a momento. 6 Article and Photos courtesy of Signature Flowers by Emma Newman
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Energise Weddings
Bespoke Jewellery and Headwear
Contact Sarah or Sue to talk to us about our bespoke design service or browse our Ready to Wear Collections online
07925 057 555 energiseweddings@yahoo.co.uk www.energiseweddings.co.uk www.facebook.com/energiseweddings
Princess Conchetta
PRESENTS ...
Sparkling Original Headdresses and Bridal Jewellery
www.princessconchetta.com 07767 236568
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Beauty/Bouquets
beauty & make up
Brides & Beauty
Bridal Hair and Make Up |Beauty Treatments Pamper Parties | Corporate Bookings Makeovers | Make Up Lessons |Teen Parties T: 07788 993 965 E: joyce@bridesandbeauty.co.uk www.bridesandbeauty.co.uk
Love Bouquets www.lovebouquets.co.uk
Award winning crystal bouquets and silk floral designs... Bouquets inspired by you
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We stock dresses from top leading designers including:
• Paloma Blanca • Marylise • Charlotte Balbier • Justin Alexander • Sophia Tolli
To make an appointment please contact Anna on: •
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anna@anna-mcdonald.com www.anna-mcdonald.com The White House
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Where Brides arrive as strangers & leave as friends
3 - 5 The Causeway, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6AN T: 01869 320556 E: rachel@butterflybridalboutique.co.uk
www.butterflybridalboutique.co.uk
Specialist Bridesmaid, Occasion and Prom Wear Boutique
Stockist of
Jim Hjelm Occasions Noir by Lazaro Lazaro Veromia LouLou Bridesmaids & Prom
Appointments are adviseable 01525 370212 67b North Street, Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire, LU7 1EQ
www.frockalicious.co.uk info@frockalicious.co.uk
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Mia’s Creations
Personalised, cute and quirky cake toppers for all occasions
Looking for a special way to finish off your wedding cake or looking for a unique, personalised wedding gift? Why not consider a bespoke polymer clay cake topper that’s custom made to your unique requirements. See your ideas become a reality! mail@miascreations.co.uk www.miascreations.co.uk www.facebook.com/MiasCreationsUK www.twitter.com/MiasCreations
Cake That & Party
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Contemporary Couture Unique
Shelly Shulman
01525 221427
michelle@cakesbyshelly.co.uk
www.cakesbyshelly.co.uk
The Cupcake Box
Cupcake Creations for all occasions
TEL:07939 531263 EMAIL: info@the-cupcake-box.com WEB: www.the-cupcake-box.com
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Lisa’s Iced Gems
For All Occasion Cakes & Favours
www.lisasicedgems.co.uk
07737 074312 Lisasicedgems@hotmail.co.uk
14 Wedding Cakes/Candy Buffet Bespoke Cake Design, Dessert Tables and Wedding Favours Cakes delivered throughout Berkshire and Buckinghamshire
Quote ‘National Wedding Show’ for a free tasting at your consultation appointment
thecakeboutique.uk.com bake@thecakeboutique.uk.com
Wedding Planner If you’re looking for an alternative buffet or even one to compliment a more traditional buffet, then Candy Buffet could be just what you are looking for.
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Perfect for all those mini guests at your wedding or event and big kids love it too! We cater for all special occasions, and payment plans can be arranged. Call us now for a chat.
Candy Buffet comes complete with: • Stunning Glassware • Sweets • Scoops & Tongs • Sweet Bags • All decorations, • Delivery, Setup & Collection Secure your buffet with a deposit of £30
Call us now to discuss our exclusive packages
0121 243 5276• 07950 771934
www.haleyjaneevents.co.uk • haley@haleyjaneevents.co.uk @haleyjaneevents
Haley Jane Events Wedding Planner & Events Co-ordinator
Rosanna Hancock Photography
07739 813659
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Signature Flowers by Emma Newman ICSF Bespoke flowers for your wedding From bouquets and button holes for the bridal party to decorating the church and reception venues Signature Flowers will make sure your wedding flowers are talked about for months to come.
www.signature-flowers.co.uk 07894 283255
WILD ORCHID Beautiful flowers for the most memorable day of your life Traditional Contemporary
Modern Vintage
Unique designs for every Bride Delivery Nationwide
Wild Orchid
67 North Street Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire, LU7 1EQ
T:01525 218082
E: info@wildorchiddesigns.co.uk W: www.wildorchiddesigns.co.uk
Hen Party/Music 17 Imagine a magical place that is a one stop shop for all you bridal needs... Enter the luxurious world of Cuddle My Soul set in beautiful Thame. Everything you could possibly need for your big day. We offer a selection of beautiful bridal products for both men and women, vintage jewellery, crystal bouquets, scrumilitious cakes, a luxury coffee and tea area, bespoke packages as well as gorgeous pampering treatments for the body and soul. Our services include: • Vintage Tea Hen Parties with optional pampering treatments • Bridal Hair and Makeup • Wedding Stationary • Photography • Crystal Bouquets • Tiaras • Catering • Wedding Cakes • Bridal Dresses in association with local Bridal Gallery • Gifts • Beauty Treatments including Eyelash Extensions • Exclusive Venue Hire for Wedding Day with all services included Please call us or pop in to discuss how we can help make your day more magical. x The Cuddle My Soul Team 80 High Street Thame, Oxfordshire,OX9 3EQ Tel : 01844 212 111 www.cuddlemysoul.com / www.crystalbouquets.com info@cuddlemysoul.com
Based in and around the Midlands, Ariella Strings are one of the best string groups in the UK. They provide top class playing coupled with excellent service and attention to detail.
01908 309783 / 07746 309 880 cheryl@ariellastrings.co.uk www.ariellastrings.co.uk
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www.frankmillar.com Tel: 07891 386276
Photography & Videography for your Special Day
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www.seberweddingsandevents.com hello@seberweddingsandevents.com 07842 422002
Congratulations, you're engaged! But how do you start planning your big day? Our inspirational Introduction to Your Wedding session, which incorporates budgeting, venues, flowers, dresses, stationery, catering and much more, gives you the insider knowledge and useful tips to enable you to successfully and confidently plan your own wedding. This is a fabulous helping hand for any Brides who want to plan their own wedding but are unsure where to start. Planning sessions are available on a flexible basis for continued support as well as full co-ordination for your wedding and On The Day management. Contact us to book your session - your perfect wedding awaits!
Take a vow
Wedding & Event Coordination Take A Vow specialises in pre-wedding and on the day wedding coordination. Let me support you by taking the stressful and time consuming tasks off your hands so you can relax and enjoy the run up to your wedding day as much as the day itself. We offer a full range of flexible and bespoke services including supplier finding, contract management and on the day coordination so that we can help you in every way you need. Me (Emily)
A free consultation is available so that you can find out more and decide upon the best coordination services to suit you
When you book a consultation with this voucher receive 10% off any booking you make with Take A Vow. www.takeavow.co.uk emily@takeavow.co.uk
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Kathryn Deeley
Wedding Stationery
Award Winning Wedding Stationery
Most Beautifully Bespoke
Handcrafted Wedding & Occasion Stationery www.kathryndeeley.co.uk enquiries@kathryndeeley.co.uk Tel: 07814 776756
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Tooty Frooty Classic VW Wedding Car On your wedding day let your individuality stand out from the crowd and enjoy a fun, stress free journey in “Dizzy” our classic 1960 VW Beetle with her full length ragtop sunroof.
www.tootyfrooty.co.uk
Please contact Nicola or Martin on 07742 695362 or why not email us at tooty-frooty@talktalk.net We‛d love to hear from you!
Top 5 tips to planning the day you both want A wedding day is a celebration and during the planning that can sometimes be lost. By having a plan it can help both you and others around understand what you want. Here are my top 5 tips to be clear about the day you want and stay stress free! 1. Be clear about the outcome you want on the day - together build a movie of it in your minds, what can you see happening, what can you hear, how do you both feel? Be clear about what you don't want in the day and what you do want. 2. Be clear about your budget and like any event you plan for have a 10% contingency. 3. Look at the resources you have available to you - not just money, what skills do friends and family have that you can utilise? If other people are putting money in be clear about how much and let them know what it's specifically going towards. 4. Have time with each other that is 'Wedding Free'. 5. Stay strong as the day approaches, emotions can start to run high and you may start to second guess yourself - keep in mind your vision of the day and let that guide you.
Enjoy yourselves!! Article courtesy of Essentii
Emma Lucy Wedd
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WORTON PARK FOR THE PERFECT COUNTRY WEDDING Worton Park is an idyllic rural wedding venue, nestled in a hamlet near Oxford. Rectory Weddings Dreams come true at Worton’s 18th century Rectory. Vows can be taken in the beautiful new pagoda, and there is space in the extensive gardens for a marquee and up to 200 guests. Weddings include use of the Rectory and adjoining cottage for the weekend. Blue Room Weddings £1500 Wedding Offer For the budget conscious, weddings can be held in Worton’s Blue Room, with its new conservatory and poolside patio, perfect for the champagne reception. Offer includes evening disco and bar for up to 80 guests. Make an appointment for a viewing and for more information contact Corin Hall chall@wortonfarms.co.uk and visit the web site www.wortonparkweddings.co.uk.
www.wortonparkweddings.co.uk Worton Park, near Cassington, Witney, Oxon, OX29 4SU Tel: 01865 882644