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Over the years since I started planning and designing weddings, I hear one comment louder than any others when it comes to hiring planners. “My family and friends will help. I don’t need to spend on a planner. It’s a waste of money.” While I can understand that perspective, I also want to offer something […]

The Dollars & Sense of Hiring a Wedding Planner

For Brides, Sweet Beginnings

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I hope everyone has been having a great week, loves! Ours has been full of fun DIY and prepping for the holidays and a super fun project this weekend! In the midst of that, I wanted to talk to you about the next step in wedding planning. So far, we’ve set a budget, determined guest […]

Sweet Beginnings: Vendor Talk

For Brides

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Hello again, lovelies! Thank you for the overwhelmingly warm response to this fun, new series last week. It is my sincere hope that this helps at least one bride on her journey to planning her beginning. So far, we’ve covered budget, guest list and choosing a date. If you’d like a recap or to start […]

Sweet Beginnings: Inspiration, Vendors and Venue

For Brides

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Happy ‘engagement season’!! If you are one of the lucky ladies who has, or will soon have, a beautiful something on her left ring finger, then this is meant for you! Today we are kicking off a series that I have been dreaming up for many months. While I wish I could personally help every bride […]

Sweet Beginnings: Tips for a Blissful Engagement

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