Ok so I am so not made to be a blogger, I give alot of credit to those who can post daily!!
The season is winding down, we are prepping for some upcoming bridal shows!!!
Please visit us this Sunday 9/12 from 12pm-3pm at Country Gardens in Rehoboth for their Bridal Expo its sure to be a great time! Free Admission and some great prizes.
More show dates to come......
We have been working behind the scenes on some projects that are sure to take i do details... to the next level.....details coming soon!
Alicia and I are heading to Bridal Market in October in NYC, wait to you see what we are bringing back!!!
We will be back checking in soon.....
Till next time,
M
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Off Season Special!!!
Good Morning!
Wow it has been a crazy month for i-do details. The spring special really took off and we ended up exteding the special due to the demand we have recieved. We have been hard at work setting up weddings, client meetings and marketing for the company. I-do details is a sponsor of the Providence Bruins for the 2010-2011 season! We are currently working on mareting with local bridal magazines.
So here it is the Off Season Special! We are offering starting November 1, 2010- March 31, 2011 free set up and deilvery with in 25 miles of Providence, R.I. This is a savings of $150. With this great savings and our already low prices on chair covers and other rentals how can you go wrong!
For inquires please call
401-644-7240
Or Email
info@ido-details.com
Until Next Time,
Alicia
Wow it has been a crazy month for i-do details. The spring special really took off and we ended up exteding the special due to the demand we have recieved. We have been hard at work setting up weddings, client meetings and marketing for the company. I-do details is a sponsor of the Providence Bruins for the 2010-2011 season! We are currently working on mareting with local bridal magazines.
So here it is the Off Season Special! We are offering starting November 1, 2010- March 31, 2011 free set up and deilvery with in 25 miles of Providence, R.I. This is a savings of $150. With this great savings and our already low prices on chair covers and other rentals how can you go wrong!
For inquires please call
401-644-7240
Or Email
info@ido-details.com
Until Next Time,
Alicia
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Good Morning! I wanted to take the time to introduce myself to Melissa's wonderful followers. My name is Alicia. I am currently a 2nd term Senior at Johnson & Wales University. I am currently working on my Bachelor's Degree with the major of Sports/Entertainment/Event Management. I also have two minors one in Food & Beverage and the other is in History. I have a background in culinary arts of 3 years and I have been slowly introducing myself into the event planning industry for the past 3 years.
I wanted to say thank you to Melissa for taking me under her wing and giving me this wonderful opportunity. I can wait to meet with future clients of hers and see what opportunities come for the i-do details team.
Until Next Time,
Alicia
Message From Melissa:
Just a quick reminder once we hit 50 followers we will be doing a free tote bag give away. So tell any of your friends/co-works to sign up!
I wanted to say thank you to Melissa for taking me under her wing and giving me this wonderful opportunity. I can wait to meet with future clients of hers and see what opportunities come for the i-do details team.
Until Next Time,
Alicia
Message From Melissa:
Just a quick reminder once we hit 50 followers we will be doing a free tote bag give away. So tell any of your friends/co-works to sign up!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Congrats this weekend to.........
Congratulations this weekend to......
Jennifer & Sean
Tiffany & Jesse
I hope you all have a fabulous weekend, it has truly been a pleasure to meet/work with you!
Well this blogging thing is alot harder to keep up with than I thought.....
We have been non stop with 3,4, and 5 appointments a day!!!
We are so thankful to have such wonderful clients!!!
So the new Manzanita Tree Mock up is done...............
It will make its debut at the tasting this weekend at The Crowne Plaza....
So I will have pictures for Monday.....
Alicia my JWU intern has jumped right in this week to a crazy schedule!!! She has been a wonderful asset to our team and we are so excited to have her!!
I will be handing over the BLOG reins next week, Alicia will be working on some great new topics, for the coming weeks....stay tuned.....
Till next time,
M
Jennifer & Sean
Tiffany & Jesse
I hope you all have a fabulous weekend, it has truly been a pleasure to meet/work with you!
Well this blogging thing is alot harder to keep up with than I thought.....
We have been non stop with 3,4, and 5 appointments a day!!!
We are so thankful to have such wonderful clients!!!
So the new Manzanita Tree Mock up is done...............
It will make its debut at the tasting this weekend at The Crowne Plaza....
So I will have pictures for Monday.....
Alicia my JWU intern has jumped right in this week to a crazy schedule!!! She has been a wonderful asset to our team and we are so excited to have her!!
I will be handing over the BLOG reins next week, Alicia will be working on some great new topics, for the coming weeks....stay tuned.....
Till next time,
M
Friday, May 14, 2010
Happy Friday to all....
Well first off I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Alicia to the i do details...team
Alicia is a student at Johnson & Wales working on her Sports Entertainment & Event Management Degree
she will be with us through the Summer & Fall Semesters.
For everyone waiting on the Manzanita Branch Centerpieces........they are coming!!!! I know I originally said Mid May...I have spent quite a bit of time on perfecting the sample......the most important thing to me is safety as these are going to be used on Guest Tables.......after various trials of different vases, it appears that the safest way is going to be to use a plaster to keep them secure in the vases! So Thank You for all of your patience I will Post as soon as they are ready!!!
Here is an image of a Manzanita Branch Centerpiece (image courtsey of Wedding Aces)
Spring Savings Prices still in effect:
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
Till next time,
M
Alicia is a student at Johnson & Wales working on her Sports Entertainment & Event Management Degree
she will be with us through the Summer & Fall Semesters.
For everyone waiting on the Manzanita Branch Centerpieces........they are coming!!!! I know I originally said Mid May...I have spent quite a bit of time on perfecting the sample......the most important thing to me is safety as these are going to be used on Guest Tables.......after various trials of different vases, it appears that the safest way is going to be to use a plaster to keep them secure in the vases! So Thank You for all of your patience I will Post as soon as they are ready!!!
Here is an image of a Manzanita Branch Centerpiece (image courtsey of Wedding Aces)
Spring Savings Prices still in effect:
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
Till next time,
M
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Tis the season.....
It's great to finally have some nice weather!!
This weekend was my 1st busy weekend of the season!!!
This week I am working on a mock up of manzanita branch centerpieces for a few clients, stay tuned for pictures....
I have changed over to a fan page on facebook
here is the link to become a fan...
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/i-do-details/114088698628386?ref=ts
Reminder that the Spring Special is still in effect:
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
The Tote Bag Giveaway is still underway once we reach 50 Followers on the Blog!!!
Till next time,
M
It's great to finally have some nice weather!!
This weekend was my 1st busy weekend of the season!!!
This week I am working on a mock up of manzanita branch centerpieces for a few clients, stay tuned for pictures....
I have changed over to a fan page on facebook
here is the link to become a fan...
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/i-do-details/114088698628386?ref=ts
Reminder that the Spring Special is still in effect:
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
The Tote Bag Giveaway is still underway once we reach 50 Followers on the Blog!!!
Till next time,
M
Monday, April 26, 2010
Good Morning Monday
Well Good Morning to all....
Well the move is complete! As some of you may know my family has moved into our new home over the last 2 weeks!!! Lots of renovations and organizing, but we are finally in and settled!
I thank you all for your patience in my absence.
Well Spring Savings Specials are still in effect.......
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
Lots of new products coming your way this month...Stay tuned....
Our FREE tote bag giveaway is also still ongoing......help me reach 50 Followers on the Blog for a chance to win!!!
Till next time,
M
Well the move is complete! As some of you may know my family has moved into our new home over the last 2 weeks!!! Lots of renovations and organizing, but we are finally in and settled!
I thank you all for your patience in my absence.
Well Spring Savings Specials are still in effect.......
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
Lots of new products coming your way this month...Stay tuned....
Our FREE tote bag giveaway is also still ongoing......help me reach 50 Followers on the Blog for a chance to win!!!
Till next time,
M
Friday, April 16, 2010
TGIF
Happy Friday......
The sun keeps peeking out, between the rain drops!!
So who wants to win the i do details.....Here comes the Bride Tote
Become a Follower of the blog...Its easy..just click on the Follow link on the right.....
Once we reach 50 Followers I will have a random drawing!!!
So spread the word, pass the blog along to friends getting married, sisters and even moms you do not have to be a Bride to Win!!
Till next time,
M
The sun keeps peeking out, between the rain drops!!
So who wants to win the i do details.....Here comes the Bride Tote
Become a Follower of the blog...Its easy..just click on the Follow link on the right.....
Once we reach 50 Followers I will have a random drawing!!!
So spread the word, pass the blog along to friends getting married, sisters and even moms you do not have to be a Bride to Win!!
Till next time,
M
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Happy Wednesday to all.....
I met with 2 new clients today, it was such a pleasure to meet both couples!!
I am so thankful for the wonderful clients and vendor support I have....
I am amazed at how busy this season truly is!!
I am continuing to offer the Spring Savings Specials.....
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
New Inventory……
I have added the popular Manzanita Natural Branch Centerpieces w/ hanging votives (pictures to come)
Crystal garlands
Hanging Chandeliers
All available for rent….More to come…
Are you struggling with a centerpiece idea, have you fallen in love with a centerpiece and are now finding it out of reach $$$ Let me know what it is….Maybe it can be included in the new inventory!
Bonus offer…to all current clients. with any booked referral receive $25 off your final invoice!
Thank you to all for your patience, anyone who is waiting on follow up calls, I will make them all in the morning!!!
Till next time,
M
I met with 2 new clients today, it was such a pleasure to meet both couples!!
I am so thankful for the wonderful clients and vendor support I have....
I am amazed at how busy this season truly is!!
I am continuing to offer the Spring Savings Specials.....
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
New Inventory……
I have added the popular Manzanita Natural Branch Centerpieces w/ hanging votives (pictures to come)
Crystal garlands
Hanging Chandeliers
All available for rent….More to come…
Are you struggling with a centerpiece idea, have you fallen in love with a centerpiece and are now finding it out of reach $$$ Let me know what it is….Maybe it can be included in the new inventory!
Bonus offer…to all current clients. with any booked referral receive $25 off your final invoice!
Thank you to all for your patience, anyone who is waiting on follow up calls, I will make them all in the morning!!!
Till next time,
M
Friday, April 9, 2010
Let them eat CAKE...
Still looking for a baker?
I have had the pleasure of working with Melissa from Awsome Sweets for many events.
Awsome Sweets was established in 2005 by Melissa Almeida, a Pastry Arts graduate of Johnson & Wales University. Melissa always had a passion for baking and decorating cakes and it was her dream to own a specialty cake shop, where she could design and create custom cakes. She especially enjoys creating unusual and one of a kind cakes.
Melissa has a high standard of quality which is why all of the cakes are baked fresh for each order.
Cake Prices starting at $2.75 a Slice
Awsome Sweets is located at
654 Central Ave.
Pawtucket, RI 02861
ph: 401-723-4080
fax: 401-723-4080
info@awsomesweets.net
Call for a free consultation today!
Mention i do details... and with every wedding cake booked receive a FREE Rehersal Dinner Cake up to a $40 Value
Till next time,
M
I have had the pleasure of working with Melissa from Awsome Sweets for many events.
Awsome Sweets was established in 2005 by Melissa Almeida, a Pastry Arts graduate of Johnson & Wales University. Melissa always had a passion for baking and decorating cakes and it was her dream to own a specialty cake shop, where she could design and create custom cakes. She especially enjoys creating unusual and one of a kind cakes.
Melissa has a high standard of quality which is why all of the cakes are baked fresh for each order.
Cake Prices starting at $2.75 a Slice
Awsome Sweets is located at
654 Central Ave.
Pawtucket, RI 02861
ph: 401-723-4080
fax: 401-723-4080
info@awsomesweets.net
Call for a free consultation today!
Mention i do details... and with every wedding cake booked receive a FREE Rehersal Dinner Cake up to a $40 Value
Till next time,
M
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Affordable Invitations
So have you started to consider your invitations yet?
Selecting invitations can be very overwhelming, book after book, price after price it can be down right stressful.
A point I always try to make to my Bride's is this......determine how important your invitations are, as there are many kinds of invitations out there and a wide range of prices. Always remember 9 times out of 10 your guests recieve the invite and it sits on the fridge till the event and then in the trash it goes.....
Below is an example of a great affordable invitation style...it is called a seal and send
The response card tears away and only requires a postcard stamp.....the price range on these are great some even as low as $75 per 100
Although I understand this option may not be to everyone's liking, it is a great way to cut costs!
Here is an example of a seal and send invitation:
This particular invitations sells for about $125.90 per 100
Here you will find other samples of Seal and Send Invitations
Please visit the i do details...shop for all your wedding needs....Here
Till next time,
M
Selecting invitations can be very overwhelming, book after book, price after price it can be down right stressful.
A point I always try to make to my Bride's is this......determine how important your invitations are, as there are many kinds of invitations out there and a wide range of prices. Always remember 9 times out of 10 your guests recieve the invite and it sits on the fridge till the event and then in the trash it goes.....
Below is an example of a great affordable invitation style...it is called a seal and send
The response card tears away and only requires a postcard stamp.....the price range on these are great some even as low as $75 per 100
Although I understand this option may not be to everyone's liking, it is a great way to cut costs!
Here is an example of a seal and send invitation:
This particular invitations sells for about $125.90 per 100
Here you will find other samples of Seal and Send Invitations
Please visit the i do details...shop for all your wedding needs....Here
Till next time,
M
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
SPRING SAVINGS!!!!
Just a reminder of the Spring Savings i do details... currently has available!!!!
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
Don't forget to share your Color Scheme to be entered to win the i do details...Tote Bag!!
Till next time,
M
Chair Cover Rentals $2.75 each*within 25 miles of Providence, RI
Uplighting starting at $300.00 for 10 lights
Feather Centerpieces starting at $25.00 each
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Event Coordination starting at $250.00
Don't forget to share your Color Scheme to be entered to win the i do details...Tote Bag!!
Till next time,
M
Monday, April 5, 2010
Micheal's Printable....
As promised here is the link to the 50% off any one item......please read restrictions!!!
Happy Shopping!!
Print here
Book your chair covers, linen, uplighting or centerpieces today!!!
info@ido-details.com
Till next time,
M
Happy Shopping!!
Print here
Book your chair covers, linen, uplighting or centerpieces today!!!
info@ido-details.com
Till next time,
M
Friday, April 2, 2010
Details...
Happy Good Friday to all......
I'm so happy to see the sun :)
Don't forget about all your details...
I do details...offers full Linen Rental Services, Chair Cover Rentals, Lighting, Centerpieces, Custom Invitations and more.....
I'm so happy to see the sun :)
Don't forget about all your details...
I do details...offers full Linen Rental Services, Chair Cover Rentals, Lighting, Centerpieces, Custom Invitations and more.....
Linen Rentals starting at $5.00 per table
Chair Cover Rental $3.00 Per Chair includes Organza Sash
Uplighting
Feather Centerpieces, and more...
Till Next Time,
M
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Thrifty Thursday...
Ok I know Thrifty Thursday...corny..lol!
Here are a few things I found that could help you save.....
Rumor has is that there will be a 50% off any one item printable coupon at Micheal's this weekend, there is no link yet but I will be sure to post it as soon as I find it available!! This can come in handy for, DIY invitation kits, wedding accessories, vased etc...Print, grab some friends and SAVE!
Coach - oh how this is just something that needs no explaining!!! Coach currently has a 20% off printable coupon or 30% off if you spend more than $250 coupon is valid thru Monday April 5th...this may be nice for Wristlets for your bridal party as gifts or a little treat for the new Mrs.
https://e.coach.com/servlet/formlink/f?JhHJoQSRBSVGf6beX6990G11VsHloPNnjHPxohluHptQJhuVijpglyHnLVljmL
Bath & Body - is offering a coupon code right now for a free Signature Shower Gel with any $10 Purchase using coupon code "SAPPHIRE" at checkout, again these make great gifts
Macy's - is offering a Coupon Code Valid thru 4/4/2010 using the Promo Code "Easter" it is valid for 15% off Apparel and 10% off Jewerly, Shoes, Dresses there are some restrictions so please read before purchase go here This may help with savings for Rehersal Dinner Attire, Jewelry, Shoes etc.
Kohl's - is offering a Friends & Family Pass for this weekend 15% off everything 4/1 - 4/3
Print Here
I hope that some of these deals will help you save!!!
Till Next Time,
M
Here are a few things I found that could help you save.....
Rumor has is that there will be a 50% off any one item printable coupon at Micheal's this weekend, there is no link yet but I will be sure to post it as soon as I find it available!! This can come in handy for, DIY invitation kits, wedding accessories, vased etc...Print, grab some friends and SAVE!
Coach - oh how this is just something that needs no explaining!!! Coach currently has a 20% off printable coupon or 30% off if you spend more than $250 coupon is valid thru Monday April 5th...this may be nice for Wristlets for your bridal party as gifts or a little treat for the new Mrs.
https://e.coach.com/servlet/formlink/f?JhHJoQSRBSVGf6beX6990G11VsHloPNnjHPxohluHptQJhuVijpglyHnLVljmL
Bath & Body - is offering a coupon code right now for a free Signature Shower Gel with any $10 Purchase using coupon code "SAPPHIRE" at checkout, again these make great gifts
Macy's - is offering a Coupon Code Valid thru 4/4/2010 using the Promo Code "Easter" it is valid for 15% off Apparel and 10% off Jewerly, Shoes, Dresses there are some restrictions so please read before purchase go here This may help with savings for Rehersal Dinner Attire, Jewelry, Shoes etc.
Kohl's - is offering a Friends & Family Pass for this weekend 15% off everything 4/1 - 4/3
Print Here
I hope that some of these deals will help you save!!!
Till Next Time,
M
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Win it Wednesday!!!!
Happy Wednesday to all.....
Book your Chair Cover and Linen Rental needs today!!
$3.00 per chair with organza sash!!!
Today we have a WIN IT WEDNESDAY........
We have another i do details....tote up for grabs!!!
I just finished up a custom order of invites, loved the colors Orange and Chocolate Brown......
What color scheme are you using for your special day?
Please share with me your color scheme.......Winner to be chosen once the blog has reached 50 Followers!!
Please remember you must be a follower to qualify to win.
Stay tuned tommorrow for our Thrifty Thursday Post, I will share some great deals that will help you save on your event needs!!!
Till next time,
M
Book your Chair Cover and Linen Rental needs today!!
$3.00 per chair with organza sash!!!
Today we have a WIN IT WEDNESDAY........
We have another i do details....tote up for grabs!!!
I just finished up a custom order of invites, loved the colors Orange and Chocolate Brown......
What color scheme are you using for your special day?
Please share with me your color scheme.......Winner to be chosen once the blog has reached 50 Followers!!
Please remember you must be a follower to qualify to win.
Stay tuned tommorrow for our Thrifty Thursday Post, I will share some great deals that will help you save on your event needs!!!
Till next time,
M
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
New Site is LIVE.........
New Site is finally live....still some minor tweeks to be expected!!
Check it out http://www.ido-details.com/
It is amazing how much work it is to change Hosts....
I promise to be back to my regularly scheduled blogging!!!!
Till next time,
M
Check it out http://www.ido-details.com/
It is amazing how much work it is to change Hosts....
I promise to be back to my regularly scheduled blogging!!!!
Till next time,
M
Friday, March 19, 2010
Website......:(
This has been such a tough transition.....the new host has the site but is now stating it will be 3 business days until transfer is complete!!!!!
Till next time,
M
Till next time,
M
TGIF......Happy Friday
TGIF.....
Well you have all been so great and patient!!! Big News...new website will LAUNCH TODAY!!!!
To Celebrate I will run a few Fabulous Fridays Deals!!! Special pricing only good thru Monday March 22nd!
Chair Cover Rental $2.75 with Organza Sash
Up lighting 10 lights for $300
New Addition to our Decor Family:
Feather Centerpieces include: Vase, Feathers and Led illumination for $25 per table
Stay tuned for the new site!!!
Till next time,
M
Well you have all been so great and patient!!! Big News...new website will LAUNCH TODAY!!!!
To Celebrate I will run a few Fabulous Fridays Deals!!! Special pricing only good thru Monday March 22nd!
Chair Cover Rental $2.75 with Organza Sash
Up lighting 10 lights for $300
New Addition to our Decor Family:
Stay tuned for the new site!!!
Till next time,
M
Friday, March 12, 2010
Making it personal....
Ok so I'm a few days late.....as much as I love to blog it is hard to keep up with. I promise once the new site is up I will be more focused on the blog!
So in todays post I have put together some ideas for making it personal. Personalizarion is a great way to had details and guests have such attention to detail....
Here is a slide show of some items, some of these photos are mine and some are images from google images to show you examples!
Image #5 Custom Unity Candles & Memorial Candles (these are available custom made by me! Message for samples and pricing)
Image # 6 Custom Water Bottle Labels (these are available custom made by me! Message for samples and pricing)
Image #7&8 Custom Menu and Table Number Cards (these are available custom made by me! Message for samples and pricing)
Have you found a new exciting way to personalize your event?? Share with us!!
Till next time,
M
So in todays post I have put together some ideas for making it personal. Personalizarion is a great way to had details and guests have such attention to detail....
Here is a slide show of some items, some of these photos are mine and some are images from google images to show you examples!
Image #1 Personalized Wedding Gown Labels
Image #2 Custom Dance Floor Logo
Image #3 Custom Cake Toppers (these are available thru i do details shop..)
Image #4 Custom embossed Napkins (these are available thru i do details shop..)
Image #5 Custom Unity Candles & Memorial Candles (these are available custom made by me! Message for samples and pricing)
Image # 6 Custom Water Bottle Labels (these are available custom made by me! Message for samples and pricing)
Image #7&8 Custom Menu and Table Number Cards (these are available custom made by me! Message for samples and pricing)
Have you found a new exciting way to personalize your event?? Share with us!!
Till next time,
M
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Spring is in the air.....
Finally the weather is changing!!
I had a great opportunity this weekend to meet with many lovely bride's at the Local i-dos Bridal Expo in Taunton......I was amazed at the amount of bride's just starting their planning, and looking for ideas....
Overall it was a great turn out!
The new website is complete.....I have a few minor tweaks and I will launch it ASAP...
So I am starting to see more and more new trends for 2010
So by trends, I mean to me what I am getting a large request for and or am seeing more and more of.
All things TEAL……teal seems to be a Hot color this year
Crystal, Crystals Crystals……..I mean I know let’s face it we all love our BLING but it seems as though we are leaning more to Crystals this year VS. Rhinestone…..
Also there have always been the topic of personalized theme…more and more I am still seeing this grow and become more and more creative
Tomorrow I will do a full post on ways to personalize your event…..
Till next time,
M
I had a great opportunity this weekend to meet with many lovely bride's at the Local i-dos Bridal Expo in Taunton......I was amazed at the amount of bride's just starting their planning, and looking for ideas....
Overall it was a great turn out!
The new website is complete.....I have a few minor tweaks and I will launch it ASAP...
So I am starting to see more and more new trends for 2010
So by trends, I mean to me what I am getting a large request for and or am seeing more and more of.
All things TEAL……teal seems to be a Hot color this year
Crystal, Crystals Crystals……..I mean I know let’s face it we all love our BLING but it seems as though we are leaning more to Crystals this year VS. Rhinestone…..
Also there have always been the topic of personalized theme…more and more I am still seeing this grow and become more and more creative
Tomorrow I will do a full post on ways to personalize your event…..
Till next time,
M
And the winner is....
The winner of last weeks giveaway is Christine......
Congrats Christine on winning the Honeymoon Tote.....
Please contact me @ info@ido-details.com to claim your prize.......
Congrats Christine on winning the Honeymoon Tote.....
Please contact me @ info@ido-details.com to claim your prize.......
Monday, March 8, 2010
Monday, March 1, 2010
Happy March!!!
It's already March........
Well I am still plugging along with the new site..it is taking much longer than I thought but it will be great when its done. So bare with me.....
New Giveaway......
To enter share with me where you are planning for your honeymoon, and what you excited most about it!!
Giveaway is a cute Honeymoon Tote it will be great for a small carryon!!
Well I am still plugging along with the new site..it is taking much longer than I thought but it will be great when its done. So bare with me.....
New Giveaway......
To enter share with me where you are planning for your honeymoon, and what you excited most about it!!
Giveaway is a cute Honeymoon Tote it will be great for a small carryon!!
Giveaway ends 3/8/2010
Chair Cover Rentals available for $3.00 per chair includes organza sash
Lighting packages available starting at $300
Till next time,
M
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Lighting is here............and the winner is....
Good Sunday Morning to all
Again I apologize for my absence, the good news is the new site is coming along great, I can't wait to launch it!!!
The Winner of last weeks giveaway for the Custom Water Bottle Labels is Jennifer..........Congrats Jenn!!!
The Best news of all is UPLIGHTING SERVICES now available!!!!
All new lighting arrived this week, it was like christmas unpacking it all!!!
Lighting Service Special is $300.00 for 10 cans...your choice of color light..additional cans available for $25.00 each....Get free set up and delivery if booked with another service!!!
Please call 401-644-7240 or message me with any questions!!!
Till next time,
M
Again I apologize for my absence, the good news is the new site is coming along great, I can't wait to launch it!!!
The Winner of last weeks giveaway for the Custom Water Bottle Labels is Jennifer..........Congrats Jenn!!!
The Best news of all is UPLIGHTING SERVICES now available!!!!
this image courtsey of soundconnectdj
All new lighting arrived this week, it was like christmas unpacking it all!!!
Lighting Service Special is $300.00 for 10 cans...your choice of color light..additional cans available for $25.00 each....Get free set up and delivery if booked with another service!!!
Please call 401-644-7240 or message me with any questions!!!
Till next time,
M
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Good Morning!!!!
Well I have been very busy behind the scenes working on a great new site, the site will have many new features for all of you!!!! So I will apologize in advance for my lack of posting until it is complete!!
Don't forget tomorrow is the Giveaway for the Custom Water Bottle Labels!!! To enter leave a comment on what you are doing to personalize your event!
I would also love to hear any input you may have on what you look for, find helpful, can't find etc....while you are doing your event research online....
Till next time,
M
Well I have been very busy behind the scenes working on a great new site, the site will have many new features for all of you!!!! So I will apologize in advance for my lack of posting until it is complete!!
Don't forget tomorrow is the Giveaway for the Custom Water Bottle Labels!!! To enter leave a comment on what you are doing to personalize your event!
I would also love to hear any input you may have on what you look for, find helpful, can't find etc....while you are doing your event research online....
Till next time,
M
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
New News..............
Good Morning!!
Well Happy Tuesday.......
Our Chair Cover Special is now over, however rentals are available at regular pricing of $3.00 per chair with organza sash......The Special resulted in great savings for many brides....some dates in 2010 still available, although 2011 is booking fast!!!
I was anticipating Uplighting services to be available for April 2010......Big News its on its way and will be available much sooner, I will update once it is available for booking....
I feel so blessed with the amount of readers I have on this blog, I can see thru the site statistics many more are reading then actual followers.......come on out don't be shy...become a follower!!
So recently I have added the shopping site and Etsy store.........these are still a work in progress!!
CHANGES......I'm excited to share I am revamping the entire website behide the scenes.....there will be many great features to come!!! So please be patient while I convert to a new host, but this will truly be much easier and the site, blog and store will be all together in one place!!!!
Don't forget to comment on what you are doing to personalize your event...to be entered to win the Giveaway of personalized water bottle labels!!
Till next time,
M
Well Happy Tuesday.......
Our Chair Cover Special is now over, however rentals are available at regular pricing of $3.00 per chair with organza sash......The Special resulted in great savings for many brides....some dates in 2010 still available, although 2011 is booking fast!!!
I was anticipating Uplighting services to be available for April 2010......Big News its on its way and will be available much sooner, I will update once it is available for booking....
I feel so blessed with the amount of readers I have on this blog, I can see thru the site statistics many more are reading then actual followers.......come on out don't be shy...become a follower!!
So recently I have added the shopping site and Etsy store.........these are still a work in progress!!
CHANGES......I'm excited to share I am revamping the entire website behide the scenes.....there will be many great features to come!!! So please be patient while I convert to a new host, but this will truly be much easier and the site, blog and store will be all together in one place!!!!
Don't forget to comment on what you are doing to personalize your event...to be entered to win the Giveaway of personalized water bottle labels!!
Till next time,
M
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Happy Valentine's Day!!!
Happy Valentine's Day to all!!!
Today is the last day of the Chair Cover Special $2.75 each with your choice of organza sash!!!
Call 401-644-7240, email info@ido-details.com or facebook message for more info!!!
Today is the last day of the Chair Cover Special $2.75 each with your choice of organza sash!!!
Call 401-644-7240, email info@ido-details.com or facebook message for more info!!!
Don't forget to leave a comment about what you are doing to personalize your event, for the Custom Water Bottle Label Giveaway..
Till next time,
M
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Chair Cover Special $2.75 each with organza sash ends Sunday 2/14
Well a quick reminder that the Chair Cover Special for $2.75 per chair ends on Sunday 2/14/10 :(
Please call or message me to reserve you date at a great price!!
In honor of my new Etsy Shop that will be fully up and running in the next few weeks the next Giveaway will be......2 cases of Customized Water Bottles
I will create custom labels for 48 bottles of water for your event...Below are a few examples...
Please call or message me to reserve you date at a great price!!
In honor of my new Etsy Shop that will be fully up and running in the next few weeks the next Giveaway will be......2 cases of Customized Water Bottles
I will create custom labels for 48 bottles of water for your event...Below are a few examples...
To enter the Giveaway please leave a comment telling me what are you doing to personalize your event??
Giveaway will be drawn 2/19/2010
Till next time,
M
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Non Traditional Bride the Series "The Little Details..."
Non Traditional Bride the Series "The Little Details..."
Below you will find 2 new slideshows with non traditional guestbooks, ring bearer & flower girl accessories and a different take on the Unity Candle. Please let me know if you need any additional info on items pictured.
I apologize for being late posting today, I am a little under the weather, therefore I am holding on to the Giveaway post for tomorrow! :(
Below you will find 2 new slideshows with non traditional guestbooks, ring bearer & flower girl accessories and a different take on the Unity Candle. Please let me know if you need any additional info on items pictured.
I apologize for being late posting today, I am a little under the weather, therefore I am holding on to the Giveaway post for tomorrow! :(
Guestbooks
More details...
Stay safe!
P.S. Sunday is coming fast Chair Cover Rental Special Ends...2/14/2010 $2.75 each*
Till next time,
M
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Non Traditional Bride the Series - "The Dress & Accessories"
The Dress & Accessories - Non Traditional
So I have had quite the request for Non Traditional Bride topics, today I will focus on some different styles of dresses and accessories......
So I have had quite the request for Non Traditional Bride topics, today I will focus on some different styles of dresses and accessories......
These are just a few of my favorite Non Traditional Gowns
These are just a few of my favorite Non Traditional Accessories
If you need info on any of the slideshow items please message me.
Wednesdays topic will be Non Traditional Guestbooks, Favors, etc...
Till next time,
M
Monday, February 8, 2010
New Items!!
Happy Monday!!!
I am proud to announce today my shopping site is live.....
Shop here
I will be announcing This Week's Giveaway on Tuesday...
and I will continue our Non Traditional Bride posts with "The Dress"
Don't forget this is the last week to book Chair Covers for $2.75 with organza sash!!!! expires 2/14
Till next time,
M
I am proud to announce today my shopping site is live.....
Shop here
I will be announcing This Week's Giveaway on Tuesday...
and I will continue our Non Traditional Bride posts with "The Dress"
Don't forget this is the last week to book Chair Covers for $2.75 with organza sash!!!! expires 2/14
Till next time,
M
Thursday, February 4, 2010
The Non Traditional Bride....
Let’s face it weddings are not what they used to be according to tradition….of course there is nothing wrong with having a traditional wedding, but these days many brides are looking for something different…..something to stand out!
A Non Traditional Bride may wear a colored gown, carry feathers, opt for donations instead of favors, forgo Cake for a dessert buffet etc…
Theme Weddings are becoming more and more popular
Favorite Sports Teams, Video Games, Hollywood, Retro, Western you name it!!!
Theme Weddings can take place at a standard venue with precise planning or at a completely out of the Ordinary venue!
Here are some out of the box venue locations local to RI:
Fenway Park –
http://boston.redsox.mlb.com/bos/ballpark/events/index.jsp?content=packages
Kempenaar’s Clambake Club –
http://www.newportclambakes.com/menu/
12 Acres Pavilion -
http://www.twelveacresbanquet.com/pavilion.htm
Fort Adams -
http://www.fortadams.org/Site%20Rental/rent.htm
Here are a few locations that are standard venues that give off a very unique feel:
Newport Mansions – with a variety of Mansions to choose from they are sure to fit a formal themed Wedding!!!
http://www.newportmansions.org/page3597.cfm
Newport Yachting Center – Nothing like being right on the water in the Heart of Newport! http://www.newportyachtingcenter.com/weddings/overview.htm
Easton’s Rotunda 1st Beach - Provides a Great setting for a Beach themed wedding, and the carousel makes for some great pictures!!!
http://www.cityofnewport.com/departments/economic-development/ballroom/home.cfm
Federal Reserve – Gives a magnificent vibe in a historic Bank!!
http://www.federalreserveri.com/
Crystal Lake Golf Club – Crystal Lake is the perfect location in Northern RI for any couple that has family coming from MA or CT, it is centrally located. Crystal Lake offers serveral Ceremony locations onsite including guest transportation to ceremony by Golf Cart or BOAT!!! http://www.crystallakegolfclub.com/general_information_weddings.php
There are just way too many to list…….
There are many options for the Non Traditional Bride, this post covers more about Venues. I will break this topic up over a few different posts featuring non traditional stationary, food,dresses etc…..Stay tuned
Don't forget to reserve chair covers at the special rate of $2.75 thru 2/14
Let me know if there is any Non Traditional Topic you want to know more about!!!
Till next time,
M
A Non Traditional Bride may wear a colored gown, carry feathers, opt for donations instead of favors, forgo Cake for a dessert buffet etc…
Theme Weddings are becoming more and more popular
Favorite Sports Teams, Video Games, Hollywood, Retro, Western you name it!!!
Theme Weddings can take place at a standard venue with precise planning or at a completely out of the Ordinary venue!
Here are some out of the box venue locations local to RI:
Fenway Park –
http://boston.redsox.mlb.com/bos/ballpark/events/index.jsp?content=packages
Kempenaar’s Clambake Club –
http://www.newportclambakes.com/menu/
12 Acres Pavilion -
http://www.twelveacresbanquet.com/pavilion.htm
Fort Adams -
http://www.fortadams.org/Site%20Rental/rent.htm
Here are a few locations that are standard venues that give off a very unique feel:
Newport Mansions – with a variety of Mansions to choose from they are sure to fit a formal themed Wedding!!!
http://www.newportmansions.org/page3597.cfm
Newport Yachting Center – Nothing like being right on the water in the Heart of Newport! http://www.newportyachtingcenter.com/weddings/overview.htm
Easton’s Rotunda 1st Beach - Provides a Great setting for a Beach themed wedding, and the carousel makes for some great pictures!!!
http://www.cityofnewport.com/departments/economic-development/ballroom/home.cfm
Federal Reserve – Gives a magnificent vibe in a historic Bank!!
http://www.federalreserveri.com/
Crystal Lake Golf Club – Crystal Lake is the perfect location in Northern RI for any couple that has family coming from MA or CT, it is centrally located. Crystal Lake offers serveral Ceremony locations onsite including guest transportation to ceremony by Golf Cart or BOAT!!! http://www.crystallakegolfclub.com/general_information_weddings.php
There are just way too many to list…….
There are many options for the Non Traditional Bride, this post covers more about Venues. I will break this topic up over a few different posts featuring non traditional stationary, food,dresses etc…..Stay tuned
Don't forget to reserve chair covers at the special rate of $2.75 thru 2/14
Let me know if there is any Non Traditional Topic you want to know more about!!!
Till next time,
M
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Happy Wednesday!!!!
Well Happy Hump Day...the weekend is almost here.....
I am working on a great piece for Thursday on a per request topic......and have an exciting piece for Friday!!!!
I will be announcing the Giveaway for next week on Friday as well!
Remember there is only 10 days left for the Chair Cover Special $2.75 per chair.......
We need more followers!!!! I have some great Giveaways planned for the coming months, people are reading so sign up and become a follower.....:)
Till next time,
M
I am working on a great piece for Thursday on a per request topic......and have an exciting piece for Friday!!!!
I will be announcing the Giveaway for next week on Friday as well!
Remember there is only 10 days left for the Chair Cover Special $2.75 per chair.......
We need more followers!!!! I have some great Giveaways planned for the coming months, people are reading so sign up and become a follower.....:)
Till next time,
M
Monday, February 1, 2010
The Winner is.........
Congrats to this weeks Giveaway winner......Tammy.....
I will Private message you to arrange for you to get your prize!!!
Till next time,
M
I will Private message you to arrange for you to get your prize!!!
Till next time,
M
Flowers, Flowers, Flowers.......
Today per request......
Let's Talk Flowers
Flowers for some can be the most important element in their weddings plans and others not so much.
Determine how important flowers are to you and what flowers you must have....
Visit with a few Florists, you may be surprised at how much estimates can vary....
Think in season, if you try to be flexible with your flower selection, ask your florist what is in season, this is a great way to save using in season flowers.
Planning your wedding around Holidays......Most Churches and Venues have Flowers on location for Holiday Seasons like Christmas, Easter...
Don't be afraid to see if there is a wedding before or after yours, being able to split the cost of Ceremony decor has become more popular. Also being able to use Ceremony Flowers at your Venue for decor is also a great way to save by having the flowers do "Double Duty". Please make sure this is an option as some Ceremony locations require the flowers must stay on location.
Non Traditional Florists - Supermarkets - Some cringe at that thought of using a supermarket chain for there wedding flowers. The Bottom line is I have seen it done, it is defiantly an option, your flowers may not have as much WOW as going to an actual Florist but this is an affordable option!
DIY Flowers is always the last dreaded option, some buy in bulk and make arrangements themselves or have a crafty family member take on the chore. This is however not an option I recommend, I have seen too many people have there bulk flowers arrive dead or wilted.
Here is a list of Flowers by Season:
Spring Wedding Flowers in Season
Anemone * Blue, red, pink, white * Jan-May and Aug-Dec.
Bells of Ireland * Green * January-October
Boronia * Pink * April-May
Casa Blanca Lily * White * January-October
Daffodil * Yellow * January-Early May
Delphinium * White, Blue * April- October
Hyacinth * Purple, Pink or White
Lilacs * Violet or White
Narcissus * White
Peony * Pink or White * Late Spring – Early Summer
Ranunculus * white, pink, red, orange and yellow * February-May
Star Gazer Lily * Pink and White * January-October
Sweetpea * white, pink, red/coral, and lavender/purple * December-May
Tulip * Many colors, including white, pink, yellow, red, and purple * December-April
Waxflower * pinky purple and white
Summer Wedding Flowers in Season
Alstromeria * orange, pink, yellow and cream, other colors
Bells of Ireland * Green * January-October
Chrysanthemum * White, Yellow, Orange, Pink, other colors
English Lavender * Purple
Forget-me-not * Blue
Freesia * White, Yellow, Pink, Blue, Purple
Gerbera Daisy * Pink, Yellow, Orange, Red, White
Hydrangea * White, Blue, Purple, Pink
Iris * Purple, Blue, White
Larkspur * White, Purple, Blue, Pink
Liatris * Pinkish Purple
Lily, asiatic * White, Pink, Yellow, Orange
Lily, oriental * White, Pink
Lisianthus * Purple, White, Pink
Matsumoto Asters * Pink, Purple
Monte Casino Asters * White, Purple
Queen Anne's Lace * White
Snapdragons * Pink, Yellow, Orange, White, Other Colors
Solidaster * Yellow
Statice * Purple
Stephanotis * White
Stock * White, Other Colors
Sunflower * Yellow
Tuberose * White
Yarrow * White, Pink, Yellow
Zinnia * Red, Orange, Pink
Fall Wedding Flowers
Aster * White, Pink
Chrysanthemum * White, Yellow, Orange, Pink, other colors
Dahlia * Many Colors
Marigold * Yellow, Orange, Red
Statice * Purple
Zinnia * Red, orange, pink *
Dried Leaves
Winter Wedding Flowers
Amaryllis * Red, White
Anemone * Blue, red, pink, white * Jan-May and Aug-Dec.
Bells of Ireland * Green * January-October
Camellias * White, Pink
Casa Blanca Lily * White * January-October
Cosmos * Pink, White, Brown, Other Colors
Daffodil * Yellow * January-Early May
Forget-me-nots * Blue
Holly * Green with Red Berries
Jasmine * White
Narcissus * White, Yellow
Poinsettia * Red, White
Ranunculus * white, pink, red, orange and yellow * February-May
Star Gazer Lily * Pink and White * January-October
Star of Bethlehem * White
Sweetpea * white, pink, red/coral, and lavender/purple * December-May
Tulip * Many colors, including white, pink, yellow, red, and purple * December-April
Waxflower * Pink, White
Year Round
Baby's Breath * White
Bachelor's Button * White, Pink, Red or Blue
Calla Lily * White is widely available, other colors, available as well, particularly in mini size
Carnations * Many Colors
Delphinium * Blue, White, Purple
Eucalyptus * Blue, Silver
Gardenia * White
Gladiolus * Many Colors
Heather * Pink
Lily of the Valley * White and Pink
Orchid * Pink, White, Purple, Other Colors
Protea * Pink
Rose * Many Colors ***February at a premium
Scabiosa * Purple, White
The last bit of advice I can give on flowers is, be honest with your florist about your budget, and talk to them about your vision, but allow them the room to be creative.....you will be pleasantly surprised.
Today's Giveaway will be announced later today!!! There is still time to enter....Become a Follower for your chance to Win....
Chair Cover Special $2.75* Per Chair with your choice of organza sash
Till Next Time,
M
Let's Talk Flowers
Flowers for some can be the most important element in their weddings plans and others not so much.
Determine how important flowers are to you and what flowers you must have....
Visit with a few Florists, you may be surprised at how much estimates can vary....
Think in season, if you try to be flexible with your flower selection, ask your florist what is in season, this is a great way to save using in season flowers.
Planning your wedding around Holidays......Most Churches and Venues have Flowers on location for Holiday Seasons like Christmas, Easter...
Don't be afraid to see if there is a wedding before or after yours, being able to split the cost of Ceremony decor has become more popular. Also being able to use Ceremony Flowers at your Venue for decor is also a great way to save by having the flowers do "Double Duty". Please make sure this is an option as some Ceremony locations require the flowers must stay on location.
Non Traditional Florists - Supermarkets - Some cringe at that thought of using a supermarket chain for there wedding flowers. The Bottom line is I have seen it done, it is defiantly an option, your flowers may not have as much WOW as going to an actual Florist but this is an affordable option!
DIY Flowers is always the last dreaded option, some buy in bulk and make arrangements themselves or have a crafty family member take on the chore. This is however not an option I recommend, I have seen too many people have there bulk flowers arrive dead or wilted.
Here is a list of Flowers by Season:
Spring Wedding Flowers in Season
Anemone * Blue, red, pink, white * Jan-May and Aug-Dec.
Bells of Ireland * Green * January-October
Boronia * Pink * April-May
Casa Blanca Lily * White * January-October
Daffodil * Yellow * January-Early May
Delphinium * White, Blue * April- October
Hyacinth * Purple, Pink or White
Lilacs * Violet or White
Narcissus * White
Peony * Pink or White * Late Spring – Early Summer
Ranunculus * white, pink, red, orange and yellow * February-May
Star Gazer Lily * Pink and White * January-October
Sweetpea * white, pink, red/coral, and lavender/purple * December-May
Tulip * Many colors, including white, pink, yellow, red, and purple * December-April
Waxflower * pinky purple and white
Summer Wedding Flowers in Season
Alstromeria * orange, pink, yellow and cream, other colors
Bells of Ireland * Green * January-October
Chrysanthemum * White, Yellow, Orange, Pink, other colors
English Lavender * Purple
Forget-me-not * Blue
Freesia * White, Yellow, Pink, Blue, Purple
Gerbera Daisy * Pink, Yellow, Orange, Red, White
Hydrangea * White, Blue, Purple, Pink
Iris * Purple, Blue, White
Larkspur * White, Purple, Blue, Pink
Liatris * Pinkish Purple
Lily, asiatic * White, Pink, Yellow, Orange
Lily, oriental * White, Pink
Lisianthus * Purple, White, Pink
Matsumoto Asters * Pink, Purple
Monte Casino Asters * White, Purple
Queen Anne's Lace * White
Snapdragons * Pink, Yellow, Orange, White, Other Colors
Solidaster * Yellow
Statice * Purple
Stephanotis * White
Stock * White, Other Colors
Sunflower * Yellow
Tuberose * White
Yarrow * White, Pink, Yellow
Zinnia * Red, Orange, Pink
Fall Wedding Flowers
Aster * White, Pink
Chrysanthemum * White, Yellow, Orange, Pink, other colors
Dahlia * Many Colors
Marigold * Yellow, Orange, Red
Statice * Purple
Zinnia * Red, orange, pink *
Dried Leaves
Winter Wedding Flowers
Amaryllis * Red, White
Anemone * Blue, red, pink, white * Jan-May and Aug-Dec.
Bells of Ireland * Green * January-October
Camellias * White, Pink
Casa Blanca Lily * White * January-October
Cosmos * Pink, White, Brown, Other Colors
Daffodil * Yellow * January-Early May
Forget-me-nots * Blue
Holly * Green with Red Berries
Jasmine * White
Narcissus * White, Yellow
Poinsettia * Red, White
Ranunculus * white, pink, red, orange and yellow * February-May
Star Gazer Lily * Pink and White * January-October
Star of Bethlehem * White
Sweetpea * white, pink, red/coral, and lavender/purple * December-May
Tulip * Many colors, including white, pink, yellow, red, and purple * December-April
Waxflower * Pink, White
Year Round
Baby's Breath * White
Bachelor's Button * White, Pink, Red or Blue
Calla Lily * White is widely available, other colors, available as well, particularly in mini size
Carnations * Many Colors
Delphinium * Blue, White, Purple
Eucalyptus * Blue, Silver
Gardenia * White
Gladiolus * Many Colors
Heather * Pink
Lily of the Valley * White and Pink
Orchid * Pink, White, Purple, Other Colors
Protea * Pink
Rose * Many Colors ***February at a premium
Scabiosa * Purple, White
The last bit of advice I can give on flowers is, be honest with your florist about your budget, and talk to them about your vision, but allow them the room to be creative.....you will be pleasantly surprised.
Today's Giveaway will be announced later today!!! There is still time to enter....Become a Follower for your chance to Win....
Chair Cover Special $2.75* Per Chair with your choice of organza sash
Till Next Time,
M
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
DIY Projects..Are they worth it???
Today I would like to talk about DIY (Do it Yourself Projects)
I have seen time and time again Couple's decide to do many things DIY.
DIY Projects are sometimes viewed to be MAJOR for saving $$$$
My advice would be to make sure you know what you are doing, price out the supplies you need for your project. Many times a project ends up costing so much more money after accounting for mistakes, TIME and aggravation.
For example, DIY invitations are a big one, as doing this can save a great deal of money, however account for the INK, the Supplies, the time and Big MISTAKES. Lining up the paper correctly, spelling errors, etc.....
A great cost effective way to avoid DIY invitations are an option called a Seal & Send, most retailers that carry invitations have these available. They may not work for some situations but if you can make them work for you its a +. Generally for a Guest list of around 150 you can purchase these completed for roughly $200 give or take. So after figuring in your DIY invite kits approx $130 for 150, Ink $50, and Time....why bother with the stress?? Here is an example of a Seal & Send....
I have seen time and time again Couple's decide to do many things DIY.
DIY Projects are sometimes viewed to be MAJOR for saving $$$$
My advice would be to make sure you know what you are doing, price out the supplies you need for your project. Many times a project ends up costing so much more money after accounting for mistakes, TIME and aggravation.
For example, DIY invitations are a big one, as doing this can save a great deal of money, however account for the INK, the Supplies, the time and Big MISTAKES. Lining up the paper correctly, spelling errors, etc.....
A great cost effective way to avoid DIY invitations are an option called a Seal & Send, most retailers that carry invitations have these available. They may not work for some situations but if you can make them work for you its a +. Generally for a Guest list of around 150 you can purchase these completed for roughly $200 give or take. So after figuring in your DIY invite kits approx $130 for 150, Ink $50, and Time....why bother with the stress?? Here is an example of a Seal & Send....
You can Message me for more Invitation information as I am an authorized dealer, and will be adding the Catalog to the Website very soon...
Other Big DIY Projects that I have seen go bad are DIY Flowers, Day of Hair and Make up, Cake...etc
Always remember the last thing you want to do on your big day is to be worried about doing your Hair and Make up or making your bouquet......
I do however have some great EASY Templates to create some fun additions......
Kids coloring Books
Tissue of Joy Labels
Bridesmaid Newsletters
Water Bottle Labels and more
Message me if you are interested in any of these....
And Don't Forget to Enter to win This Weeks Giveaway...
Till Next Time,
M
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
This Weeks Giveaway...........
This weeks Giveaway is an
i do details... Here comes the Bride....Tote Bag
and you never know what goodies
you may find inside.................
To enter to win:
You must be a follower on the Blog
You must post 1 topic in the comments you would like to see featured on the Blog......
Winner will be selected Monday Febuary 1st.......Good Luck
Till Next Time....
M
Monday, January 25, 2010
Happy Monday!!!!
Well considering we are experiencing a monsoon outside today!!!
Let's Talk Rain Plan....
Are you having your ceremony outside?
Are you planning your pictures outside?
YOU NEED A PLAN B
Better safe than sorry.....
Here is a list of a few Plan B possibilities in the area.....
RI State House, Providence- This requires advance booking and a fee (401) 222-2357 ($200)
Grand Manor, Pawtucket - Call for booking and fee info (401) 724-6500
Thomas and Walter Quinn Funeral Home - Warwick - 401-738-1977 (this option may not be for everyone, the lobby is beautiful and you would never know you are in a funeral home) $35 (2009)
Botanical Gardens Providence - (401)785-9450 (call and reserve)
The Westin Hotel, Providence - (401) 598-8000 (call in advance)
The Biltmore, Providence - (401) 421-0700 (call in advance)
Stay tuned for this weeks giveaway...........
Till next time,
M
Let's Talk Rain Plan....
Are you having your ceremony outside?
Are you planning your pictures outside?
YOU NEED A PLAN B
Better safe than sorry.....
Here is a list of a few Plan B possibilities in the area.....
RI State House, Providence- This requires advance booking and a fee (401) 222-2357 ($200)
Grand Manor, Pawtucket - Call for booking and fee info (401) 724-6500
Thomas and Walter Quinn Funeral Home - Warwick - 401-738-1977 (this option may not be for everyone, the lobby is beautiful and you would never know you are in a funeral home) $35 (2009)
Botanical Gardens Providence - (401)785-9450 (call and reserve)
The Westin Hotel, Providence - (401) 598-8000 (call in advance)
The Biltmore, Providence - (401) 421-0700 (call in advance)
Stay tuned for this weeks giveaway...........
Till next time,
M
Friday, January 22, 2010
Happy Friday....
TGIF.....
Well I officially get the bad Blogger award this week. I have been so busy with the business on the road. I have some great new topics I am working on over the weekend, and have decided to save the Guest Post for next week...Stayed tuned for another great giveaway next week!!
Chair Covers are still available for the special rate of $2.75 each with organza sash, I will warn you though 2010 dates are booking fast at this price. I will honor the special pricing thru 2/14/2010 based on availability.
I am excited with the activity on the blog this week, remember in order to be eligible to win you must be a follower!!!
Have a great weekend
Till next time,
M
Well I officially get the bad Blogger award this week. I have been so busy with the business on the road. I have some great new topics I am working on over the weekend, and have decided to save the Guest Post for next week...Stayed tuned for another great giveaway next week!!
Chair Covers are still available for the special rate of $2.75 each with organza sash, I will warn you though 2010 dates are booking fast at this price. I will honor the special pricing thru 2/14/2010 based on availability.
I am excited with the activity on the blog this week, remember in order to be eligible to win you must be a follower!!!
Have a great weekend
Till next time,
M
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Let's Talk Budget...
The average wedding in the US for 2009 was nearing 30k……
As everyone has had the vision of their day since they were a little girl that above number can defiantly seem a little scary. I have even noticed a trend in couple’s paying for their own weddings. Whether the couples themselves are paying in full or have help from family, there is no need to break the bank in doing it.
Please note in this post I am providing facts thru research, but some content is MY OPINION.
Decide on a number and stick with it.
Determine who is paying for what.
WHAT IS PRIORITY!!!
I personally believe your FOOD, Entertainment and Photos (in that order is #1)
Here are a few ways to save tips:
Having a Bridal Consultant is money well saved!!! I’m not just saying this because I am one!!! We are lucky to have the experience to have worked with many vendors, many locations, to know where you will get the most out of your money!
Think OFF SEASON – sometimes that place you have always dreamed of is untouchable $$$$ in July, but you may see a significant less rate in April…..
Use word of mouth referrals, many times using a vendor a family member or good friend has used can result in a great deal
Visit Bridal Shows as many vendors offer Specials
Interview multiple vendors, you want to be sure you are getting the most for your money, and don’t be afraid to ask for a discount. The worst they can say is NO! Don’t ever be afraid to Bargain, some vendors offer packages with stuff you just don’t need.
Try to utilize what your vendors have to offer……can your DJ provide Ceremony Music? Saves on a ceremony musician….no second body, no travel fee…..
Some Vendors offer multiple Services….Photo/Video/ DJ some offer great packages that by one stop shopping can save you $$$ and TIME.
Stay with Flowers that are in Season
Shop Sample Sales - .designer gowns for less is an excellent way to snag a Gown that may have been out of your original price range.
Compare Prices on Gowns – Most shops prices should be relatively the same, unless it is an off the rack sale. As shops are required to sell at a certain MSRP, some try to be more competitive
Save on Transportation by having you ceremony and reception in the same location
Trimming the Guest List is sometimes a must, this to me is usually a last resort, but let’s face it sometimes the Guest List can easily get out of control….
Do it Yourself Projects – This is a topic all for itself, I am a firm believer that in some aspects DIY Projects are a great way to save, but I have also seen some DIY Projects cost more than they should!!!
This topic can go on and on.......
Please share with me what you budget experience has been......
Till Next time,
M
Monday, January 18, 2010
And the winner is...........
Congrats to Jennifer...........
for winning the " Bathroom Basket"
Thanks to everyone who has became a Follower and Stay tuned.......
Jennifer I have sent you a private message........
Till next time
M
for winning the " Bathroom Basket"
Thanks to everyone who has became a Follower and Stay tuned.......
Jennifer I have sent you a private message........
Till next time
M
Last Chance to Enter...
Good Morning...Happy MLK DAY......
Well our Giveaway for our "Bathroom Basket" will be later this afternoon.
Chair Cover Rentals is still available for $2.75 with organza sash.
Today I will be working on tomorrow's blog post..."Let's talk Budget"
I hope everyone had a great weekend......
Till next time.
M
Well our Giveaway for our "Bathroom Basket" will be later this afternoon.
Chair Cover Rentals is still available for $2.75 with organza sash.
Today I will be working on tomorrow's blog post..."Let's talk Budget"
I hope everyone had a great weekend......
Till next time.
M
Friday, January 15, 2010
Upcoming......for next week..
Well here is the update on what I will be working on over the weekend for next week....
Let's Talk Budget.....We will discuss staying on budget and everything that comes along with it....
DIY Projects - Helpful or Nightmare? What has been your experience?
Guest Posts..I have a few great Guest Posts lined up and I'm hearing some great giveaways.......
Stay Tuned....
Don't forget to become a follower to be entered into the "Bathroom Basket" Giveaway
Current Chair Cover Special of $2.75 w/organza sash....
Have a Great Weekend
Till next time,
M
Let's Talk Budget.....We will discuss staying on budget and everything that comes along with it....
DIY Projects - Helpful or Nightmare? What has been your experience?
Guest Posts..I have a few great Guest Posts lined up and I'm hearing some great giveaways.......
Stay Tuned....
Don't forget to become a follower to be entered into the "Bathroom Basket" Giveaway
Current Chair Cover Special of $2.75 w/organza sash....
Have a Great Weekend
Till next time,
M
Happy Friday.......Great Special Today!!!
TGIF
I'm sure everyone is excited it's Friday..and that we are experiencing this mild HEATWAVE....
Well I have a Great Deal for you today....
I do details... will be offering Chair Cover Rentals for $2.75 w/sash
Yes that is not a typo, many people ask how I can keep the pricing so low well the truth of the matter is 1. I love what I do, it is important to me to help make everyone's dream a reality, and let's face it planning a wedding or event in this economy has proven to be trying.
2. I have the opportunity to work from home...as not having a storefront has its downfalls, being able to provide things at a great price is a win/win for everyone, but I have a target goal for a storefront in about a year.
Also don't forget to become a Follower for you chance to win the "Bathroom Basket" Giveaway. Winner will be Announced MONDAY JAN 18.
So I also want to know, What are you doing this weekend in your planning?
Till next time,
M
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Let's get started.....
OK so the Holidays are officially over....
It's time to get out of the Holiday Slump
What is next on your to do list?
Keep in mind many couple's put their planning on the back burner thru the Holidays, which means if you still have vendors that need to be booked....get a move on it..
With all the the Bridal Shows just about over now is your chance to secure your remaining vendors. You may have your heart set on that certain photographer and waiting may cost you quality.
Always remember to meet with multiple vendors (2) at least, being compatible is key as they are a very big part of your day. Always ask if they are running any specials...as you never know the great deals you can find.
So I'm curious to know are you way behind?
Unsure as where to begin to get out of your Holiday Slump?
Till next time,
M
It's time to get out of the Holiday Slump
What is next on your to do list?
Keep in mind many couple's put their planning on the back burner thru the Holidays, which means if you still have vendors that need to be booked....get a move on it..
With all the the Bridal Shows just about over now is your chance to secure your remaining vendors. You may have your heart set on that certain photographer and waiting may cost you quality.
Always remember to meet with multiple vendors (2) at least, being compatible is key as they are a very big part of your day. Always ask if they are running any specials...as you never know the great deals you can find.
So I'm curious to know are you way behind?
Unsure as where to begin to get out of your Holiday Slump?
Till next time,
M
Welcome to the i do details...Blog
I am excited to announce our new blog........
I am hoping with this blog to create a great place to have fun, discuss topics, earn prizes and highlight some great guest posts from other local vendors.
I am hoping with this blog to create a great place to have fun, discuss topics, earn prizes and highlight some great guest posts from other local vendors.
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