‘You don’t marry someone you can live with, you marry the person you cannot live without.’ Author Unknown
C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S So the answer was Yes, you’ve got the ring now there’s so much to think about and so much to do but where do you start?
Don’t trust your special day to someone who thinks they can take a good picture or can bake a cake trust the professionals, they won’t let you down!
• Do I use a wedding planner or do it ourselves • Where do we start? • Where do I find suppliers, who can I trust?
And finally the rules . . .
Planning your special day will be the most exciting but at the same time it’s likely to be the most stressful event you will probably ever organise. But don’t panic, the Truly Scrumptious Wedding Planner will take you through the planning process step by step.
• S et a budget and stick to it – it’s easy to get carried away! • Tiny steps – do one thing at a time. • A ccept help from supportive people – you don’t need to do it all by yourselves! Sincere congratulations to you both have a brilliant wedding day!
So first things first and this is a biggie, always, always use a professional wedding supplier. Every single one of our Approved Suppliers brings with them a wealth of knowledge and experience and are highly regarded in the wedding industry.
“I dreamed of a wedding of elaborate elegance and a church filled with family and friends. I asked him what kind of wedding he wished for, he said one that would make me his wife.”
Every love story is beautiful, but ours is my favourite - Author Unknown
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TRULY SCRUMPTIOUS WEDDING SERVICES Haven’t you ever wished you could find everything all in one place? Well now you can! Truly Scrumptious can provide everything for your special day and can create a bespoke wedding package or provide individual wedding services. By having one company provide all your wedding services will ensure everything is coordinated, will save you precious time searching and is often cheaper then booking each item separately! From cakes to cars, favours to flowers, everything you’ll need for your special day. Wedding Services include... • Photography •
Hair, Nails and Make-Up • Videography • Wedding Transport • Disco / Wedding Band String Quartet • Guitarist • Flowers • Balloons • Dove release • Stationery • Toastmaster • Cakes • Chair covers and sashes • Chocolate Fountain • Table Centerpieces • Victorian Candy cart • Topiary Bay Trees • Personalised Chocolates • Wall and Ceiling Drapes • Venue Staging • Wedding Celebrant • Wedding Planning •
“I love you not only for what you are but for what I am when I am with you.” Roy Croft
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MARRIAGE CEREMONIES Marriages are permitted in licensed venues that are approved for ceremonies and in Register Offices. The law does not allow for marriage ceremonies to be held in the open air, in a tent or marquee, a hot air balloon or at a private address. To have your ceremony at a licensed venue you will need to co-ordinate the date and time with your venue AND the Register Office so that a Registrar is available. Legal notice must be given at least 28 days before the date of your ceremony and can be given up to one year beforehand. If you are booking your wedding 18 months in advance book a date with your venue then contact the Register Office 12 months before the date to book your civil ceremony. Contact your local Register Office to book an initial appointment and obtain further information on fees.
White Rose Ceremonies – Independent Civil Celebrants White Rose Ceremonies conduct beautifully tailored and unique Civil Wedding Ceremonies, Civil Partnerships, Commitment Ceremonies and Renewal of Vows.
Peterborough Register Office 33 Thorpe Road Peterborough PE3 6AB
Cambridge Register Office Shire Hall Cambridge CB3 0AP
Huntingdon Register Office Lawrence Court, Princes street Huntingdon PE29 3PA
Tel: 01733 864646
Tel: 0345 045 1363
Tel: 0345 045 1363
I want a Religious wedding – where do I start?
Wisbech Register Office Awdry House, 110 Ramnoth Road Wisbech PE13 2JD
Ely Register Office Old School House, 74 Market Street Ely CB7 4LS
March Register Office March Library, City Road March PE15 9LT
Tel: 0345 045 1363
Tel: 0345 045 1363
Tel: 0345 045 1363
As a country we are a wonderful melting pot of faiths and cultures and so it is impossible to provide detailed information on everything and this is intended to be a general guide only and will vary dependent on different cultures/faiths.
Music, readings and wording of a religious nature are not permitted within a civil ceremony. Passports If you are going abroad immediately after the ceremony you can get a new ten-year password post-dated into your new name up to three months in advance of your wedding. Complete a standard passport and PD2 form, both obtainable from selected Post Offices, telephone 0300 222 0000 or visit the website on www.direct.gov.uk/passports. “When you realise you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.” When Harry Met Sally
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Find your local place of worship and contact them as early as possible. A change in the law allows you to marry outside your local area but different faiths may and will impose different criteria on what you must do to quality. You will usually be invited to attend a meeting to discuss your wedding and sometimes your faith and why you wish to have a religious ceremony. If you are not a regular attender at church – be prepared!
At the time of print, it is not legally possible for same sex couples to marry in the Church of England. Banns are announcements in the Church of England of your intention to marry and a chance for anyone to put forward a reason why the marriage may not lawfully take place. It can be a very special and moving occasion so go along if you can. If there is insufficient time for Banns to be announced a Common Licence can take their place - your Church of England Vicar can provide further details. Not all ceremonies conducted in a place of worship are recognised as valid according to the law of Gt Britain and WILL require a Registrar to attend the ceremony or a civil marriage to also be performed.
“In the presence of God and before this congregation you have given your consent and made your marriage vows to each other. You have declared your marriage by the joining of hands and by the giving and receiving of rings. I therefore proclaim that you are husband and wife. whom God has joined together let no one put asunder.”
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WEDDING PLANNER - WHERE DO I START First things first, think of your budget, be realistic, it’s easy to get carried away! Use the list below to identify your wants and needs and set your budget. SERVICE
WANT
NEED
QUOTE
BUDGET
BOOKED
SERVICE
Girl Talk
And some more...
Dress
Jewellery
Lingerie
Cake
Shoes
Flowers
Make-up
Sweet Treats
Hair
Stationery
Gown & Accessories
Transport
Bridesmaids
Photography
Menzone
Videography
Formal Hire Shoes
Venue Catering Bar Hire Marquee Venue Decor
Ceremony Celebrant Church
Musicians Band / Disco Entertainment Photobooth First Dance Dentistry Childcare Stag and Hen Honeymoon
WANT
NEED
QUOTE
BUDGET
BOOKED
Naureen Wedding Stages and Floral Design Contact us today on 07869 286290
Sapphires Body Art Professional Arabic & Bridal henna, modern patterns and western tattoos, ultra violet, gems, glitter henna and much more. 07851493075 sapphiresbodyart@hotmail.com www.facebook.com/sapphiresbodyart
“You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better then your dreams.” Dr Seuss.
“Love doesn’t make the world go round, love is what makes the ride worthwhile.” Author Unknown
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V E N U E D É C O R B Y T R U LY S C R U M P T I O U S
THE BIG COUNTDOWN
‘Style is your way of saying who you are without saying a word!’ Whether your vision is traditional, vintage or completely unconventional, we can dress your venue to reflect your personal style. With a wide range of decoration we can develop any existing ideas you may have; we have the creativity and passion to bring your ideas to life!
6 to 3 months before
Bird Cages Fish Bowls Starlight Curtains Candelabras Furniture Asian Wedding Staging Ceiling Draping
Teeth Whitening
Lanterns Table Centerpieces Chair Covers Martini Glasses Thrones Dance Floors Mehndi Stages
Topiary Bay Trees Fairy Lights Mirror Plates Uplighting Ostrich Plumes Venue Draping Floral Arrangements
Send out Invitations Confirm your Gift List Think about favors
3 to 1 month before Confirm numbers for venue Work on speeches Hair and Make-up trial Do table plan
“You don’t need to promise me the moon and the stars just promise to stand under them with me forever” Author Unknown
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THE BIG COUNTDOWN
SUPERSTITIONS AND WEDDING ETIQUETTE
The last month
“Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a silver sixpence in your shoe”
Try on all wedding clothes, there’s still time for alterations Order currency (if going overseas) Stag and Hen weekends! Make final supplier payments Buy Bridesmaids and Groomsmen gifts Get married!
Your incredible day captured in an exceptional way, preserved as a work of art.
Inspire.
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Capture.
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Carla Corrado Designs For all your stationery needs www.carlacorrado.co.uk
“This day I will marry my friend, the one I laugh with, dream with, live for and love” Author Unknown
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Superstition
Before the Ceremony
It is good luck for a bride to see a chimney sweep on the way to her wedding. It is bad luck for a groom to see his bride in her gown before the ceremony.
British tradition states that the bride stands to the right of her father, they lead the procession followed by the bridesmaids and pageboys.
The Wedding Ceremony
Receiving Line
The bride stands on the left of the groom to allow his sword arm to be free to fight off other men who may want her as their bride.
The bride’s parents are traditionally hosts and should be the first to greet guests followed by the bride and groom and then the groom’s parents.
Top Table Seating
Speeches
The bride and groom should always be in the centre of the table with the groom to the right and the bride and grooms parents on either side. The best man and chief bridesmaid can also be seated on the top table.
The first speech is given by the father of the bride ending with a toast to the bride and groom. The groom then thanks the bride’s parents and toasts the bridesmaids and lastly it’s the best man’s speech.
Favours
Tossing the Bouquet
Traditionally five almonds were given to represent fertility, longevity, wealth, health and happiness.
The bouquet is tossed to single women with the belief that whoever catches it will be the next to marry.
Cutting the Cake
First Dance
The bride cuts the cake with the help of her groom to symbolize his added strength to always help and support her. They then feed each other from the first slice to symbolize their commitment to provide for each other.
The happy couple start then the groom should dance with his mother-in-law then his mother while the bride dances with her father-in-law then her father. Best man and chief bridesmaid join as the happy couple dance with their in-laws.
The wedding ring goes on the fourth finger of the left hand because it is the only finger with a vein that connects to the heart.
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T R U LY S C R U M P T I O U S S W E E T T R E AT S
everyone has a Love Story Let me tell yours www.lizgreenhalgh.co.uk e: liz@lizgreenhalgh.co.uk t: 01487 814036 m: 07739853413
M&N Entertainments For all your entertainment needs!
www.peterboroughdiscos.com 07508056945 • bookings@peterboroughdiscos.com
“From this day forward you shall not walk alone. My heart will be your shelter and my arms will be your home.” Author unknown
Elegance Hair
Making Hair Feel Like It Should! Bridal Hair and Nail packages. www.elegance-hair.co.uk 07583 429396
Tatjana Photography Free complimentary photo shoot with every wedding booking!
Dominique’s Cake House Bespoke cakes for any occasion. You imagine it... We create it! E: dominique@ dominiquescakehouse.co.uk T: 07596 706143
www.tatjanaphotography.com 07840 587996
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The hours, days, weeks, months of preparation have finally come to fruition. It is your wedding day. Will it all go as you want it to? With Dennis at the helm, as your TOASTMASTER, you have no worries. Having met with you previously to discuss and advise on all your desires and preferences, Dennis will steer you through a relaxed yet accomplished reception. The minutest detail is of paramount importance. Nothing is too much trouble. Dennis will make it a day to remember. “FOR THE ASSURANCE OF EXPERIENCE” Dennis’ advice and good humour are but a phone call away. Sidings, 72 Station Road, Warboys, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 2TH
Telephone 01487 824244
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“Every once in a while in the middle of an ordinary life love gives us a fairytale.”
“‘A successful marriage is falling in love many times and always with the same person.”
Author Unknown
Author Unknown
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A - Z OF WEDDING TIPS A – Ask for help: You don’t have to do everything yourself.
N – No: If you don’t like something speak up and just say No!
B – Bartering: If you don’t ask you won’t get!
O – Organisation: Don’t leave everything untill the last minute.
C – Cocktails: Ditch the expensive bubbles and serve pitchers of your own bespoke cocktail, ask your venue for ideas!
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P – People: It’s important to have input but it’s YOUR wedding!
D – DIY: By making some items yourself you’ll cut down the cost.
Q – Quality not quantity: You don’t need to have everything that has wedding next to it!
E – Experience: It counts so don’t be tempted to make savings with professional wedding services.
R – Recommendations: These are great, so ask your recently married friends who did they use?
F – Fun: Weddings are fun so relax!
S – Savvy shopping: Take advantage of sales and cut the cost of those must haves.
G–G reat Entertainment: Outdoor games go down really well and don’t cost a lot to buy.
T – Tough love: Be ruthless with that guest list!
H – Honeymoon: There are lots of discount travel sites so make sure you check them before booking!
U – Unpopular: Some midweek venue dates are often much cheaper and you could save a fortune!
I – Imagination: Let your imagination run wild and don’t be afraid to go for something out there!
V – VAT: Make sure the price you are quoted is the price you pay and nothing is hidden!
J – Join: You can join internet wedding forum sites for ideas and inspiration.
W – Win: Enter as many wedding-related competitions as you find – somebody’s going to win!
K – Keep: Keep everything up to date.
X – XXX: All the way!
L – Lists: What bride doesn’t have a list?
Y – You: Your Wedding day so do it YOUR way!
M – Music: Ceremony, first dance, play list – it’s OK to have your favourite love song and a sprinkling of cheese!
Z – Zero: 0% interest rates on credit cards are great, so if you use a credit card try and use one which is 0% APR
Stage lights & full PA Full liability insurance
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“I loved you then, I love you still, I always have and I always will.” Author Unknown
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PAY I T F O R W A R D Truly Scrumptious Wedding & Events are privileged to be a part of couples very special Wedding Day, work alongside the most professional and friendliest local wedding suppliers within an industry we love and for this we are extremely grateful. We believe it’s important to pay it forward and support two worthy causes at our Wedding Shows.
Heart Brides MOBILE WEDDING DRESS COMPANY COVERING CAMBS, NORFOLK, SUFFOLK, ESSEX AND HERTS PRICES £299 - £999 W: www.heartbrides.co.uk E: heartbrides@yahoo.co.uk T: 01353 698374
The Wedding Wishing Well Foundation
Cherished Gowns for Angel Babies UK
A national charity who organise weddings for bride or grooms with life-limiting or terminal illnesses. A collection tin is available on the Registration Desk at all our weddings shows and you are invited to contribute, if every single one of our couples donated just £1 we would be able to contribute £1,000 every year to this worthy charity.
Every year around 17 babies a day or 3500 a year are born sleeping or sadly pass away shortly after birth. These babies can be very small and too often the parents are unable to find something appropriate to dress their baby in. All parents should be given the opportunity to dress their baby and all babies should be laid to rest in a special item of clothing.
You can also help by donating your wedding dress or other outfits and accessories by simply taking them to your local Johnson's the cleaners. Alternatively many couples, instead of providing their guests wedding favours, make a donation to the The Wedding Wishing Well Foundation and every penny donated will go towards helping couples achieve what they already have.
The aim of Cherished Gowns is to provide the families of these previous babies with an item of clothing that they are able to wear for their final farewell. Cherished Gowns provide hospitals around the UK with a comfort pack to give to parents that contain a special gown made from a wedding or other formal dress which has been donated.
www.weddingwishingwell.org.uk
www.cherishedgowns.org.uk
Would you like to get involved? If you are interested in donating your gown we provide an opportunity at our Wedding Shows for you to don your wedding gown for one final time and be a part of our catwalk show. You will have professional hair and make-up styling and a photograph taken by one of our professional photographers which is yours to keep. If strutting your stuff on the catwalk is not for you, you can of course still donate a gown without being involved in the stage show. Email info@truly-scrumptious-events.co.uk
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