Monthly Archives: November 2009

Tipping??? It seems that people are not sure about tipping vendors for a wedding and since I’m asked this question 90% of the time I thought that I would spell out what etiquette tells us.  The following list is the suggested tip amounts for your vendors: Florist, Photographer, Baker, Musicians, Limousine Driver: 15% – Add to bill payment [...]

Alright, the holidays are upon us and so now is the time to think about your wedding favors and gifts for your attendants. If you are thinking about edible favors such as candy and chocolates you do want to be in tune to the holiday sale of goodies. Buying pretty colorful wrapped candy in your [...]

Oh, I’m so lucky!  I’m off to Antiqua December 12th -15th with the Association of Bridal Consultants for a learning vacation trip to become Sandal Resort Certified.  I can’t wait since the Sandal All Inclusive Resorts offers luxury private rooms and suites some with your own private pool at your door step, Spas services, room and [...]

The 2009 ISES Regional Conference will take place on Nov. 13 through Nov. 15th in downtown Raleigh this year. We are all excited about this conference being local and are fortune to have many local vendors doing seminars and being part of different panels of discussion. This is such an opportunity for members to “greet and meet” [...]

This past month the Grand Marquise in Garner, NC celebrated their opening with a big Open House and ribbon cutting ceremony with the Garner Mayor.  It was quite the affair with many popular vendors showcasing their skills in food and decor for the public. It is the latest addition in the  area for a wedding and event [...]