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DIRECTORY
Fall-Winter
2010-2011
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Baumhower
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Lauren Lynn
cover photography by
Skip Baumhower Photography
www.baumhower.com
205-310-8088
D I R E C T O R Y
publisher Litho Publishing, Inc.
editor Beth Andrews
art direction Brooks Graphic Design
The Tuscaloosa Bridal Directory is a unique
Directory full of useful information about planning
your wedding. It includes checklists of what to do when,
lists of who pays for what, and facts about invitations,
announcements and much more.
Your Wedding Day is very special and we encourage
you to use professionals like those you will find in the
Directory. When contacting those professionals listed
in the Directory, let them know how you found them.
Finally, please let us hear from you—your comments
will help us provide a better service to you and others
in the future.
Congratulations!
The Tuscaloosa Bridal Directory, Issue 44 Fall/Winter
2010–2011, P.O. Box 530892, Birmingham, AL 35253,
205-871-6322 or [email protected].
Listing and Advertising rates available upon request. All
rights reserved. Copying or reproduction, in whole or in
part, of this publication is strictly prohibited. Every effort
has been made to assure the accuracy of the information
contained herein. However, the publisher cannot guarantee
such accuracy. Listings and advertising are subject to errors,
omissions, and/or other change without notice.
©Copyright 1995 Tuscaloosa Bridal Directory
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Tuscaloosa Bridal Directory
Blog Fatigue?
Grooming the Groom
Musical Menu
How to Cut a Wedding Cake
Wedding Expenses
Your First Dance
Tuscaloosa Bride — NEW!
Groom’s Checklist
Marriage License
Wedding Planner
Setting Your Budget
Coming Home Checklist
Directory of Services
Newspaper Requirements
How to Address Invitations
Ask the Baker
Reception Checklist
Honeymoon Packing
Life, Love and Chocolate
Your Rehearsal Dinner
Dahlonega, Georgia
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Designer selections
for the Bride, the Mothers,
and the Bridesmaids
410 Queen City Avenue
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401
205-349-5223
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trends
Blog Fatigue? A Bride’s Guide to the Blogosphere
by Alicia Mackey Capture Studios
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Google search for “wedding blog”
brings back just shy of 23 million
results. Blogs are the biggest craze
amongst wedding professionals for keeping
up with trends and viewing current vendors
work. Most vendors appreciate the inspiration
and direction you can find online. Blogs will
give you motivation to make your wedding
completely unique and
personal. We took the
time to sort through the
maze and come up with
the best blogs out there
for brides of all budgets
and wedding styles, and
these are some of our
favorites:
www.stylemepretty.com This is a great resource if you find yourself looking for ultraaccessible ideas and projects you can take
from beginning to end. This blog presents a
wide array of industry trends, new ideas and
DIY plans to follow.
www.relentlessbride.com This blog offers
real life advice from a real life bride following
her journey up to the wedding day. You can
trace back the path of planning as she made
it up to her big day, and all the inspirations
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along the way. The Relentless Bride is fresh
off her honeymoon sure to offer all her do’s
and dont’s in retrospect to her big day!
www.templeofgroom.blogspot.com
A bridal blog from the opposite of a bride...a
groom! This site offers input of the future
groom who so often gets passed over in the
planning process. Men can actually care
about these decisions, who knew? So far we’ve
learned about what men really think about
registering, wedding music and that some (or
one, at least) is actually excited to get married! He even uses exclamation points.
www.oncewed.com With the tagline,
“Designer weddings for less,” what bride
wouldn’t want it? They offer lots of real
wedding examples with some fabulous ideas
worth stealing. They are anything but traditional, and step outside of the monochromatic, sterile and impersonal wedding box.
We encourage brides to draw inspiration from
many different sources and make a wedding
that is ALL you. Infuse your personality and
flavor in anything and everything; from your
favorite flavor of iced tea to your mother’s
dress reworked. Friends don’t let friends plan
boring weddings, so be a good friend!
Your engagement ring is one of a kind, so d ress it with a
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part two
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formalwear
Grooming the Groom
W
hatever the style and degree of
formality you choose for your
wedding, there are a few key
points to keep in mind regarding fit when
ordering formalwear for groom and groomsmen. Shirts, whether pleated front panels or
traditional smooth-fronted ones, should fit
snugly around the neck. The bottom hem of
the pants should touch the top of the shoes.
Jackets should fit snugly, but comfortably
with some room at the waist. Sleeves should
end at the wrist bone with the same number
of shirt buttons showing. Vents on the sides
of the jacket should lay smoothly and follow
bodylines. The collar should hug the neck
and the lapels shouldn’t buckle.
With all the attention given to the men’s
clothes, an important detail that is sometimes
overlooked is the groomsmen’s hair. Men
are generally more casual about haircuts than
women, but they should be sure to get a trim
two weeks before the wedding to add the finishing touch to their wedding finery.
A Groom’s Glossary
Tails: The ultimate formal attire, which
should only be worn after 6 p.m., this ensemble features a winged-collar tuxedo shirt,
ascot or bow tie, vest, tuxedo trousers and
tailcoat. The full-dress ensemble comes in
black, midnight blue, or grey, with a white
shirt and matching or all white accessories.
Tuxedo: Either single or double-breasted,
this formal suit has satin shawl or notched
lapels. Matching pants sport a satin stripe
down the pant-legs. Tailored in silk, mohair, wool or blend, in black, grey, ivory or
white, tuxedos come in a range of styles sure
to suit any taste.
Vest: This is often referred to as a waistcoat
and comes in single- or double-breasted
styles easily worn with nearly any tuxedo ensemble. With the open back vest, a band goes
around the neck and another is fastened
across the back. Tails, strollers, white-tie
and director’s suits require a different style
of vest.
White tie: Worn only to the most formal
evening weddings, this ensemble consists
of a black tailcoat and black tuxedo trousers
with a white bow tie, winged-collar shirt and
white vest.
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music
Musical Menu
A Musical Menu for
Marching Down the Aisle
For the Procession Down the Aisle
• “Air on the G String,” Bach: contemplative,
passionate.
• “Allegro” from The Water Music, Handel:
jaunty, uplifting ditty.
• “Andante” from String Quartet in A Minor,
Op. 29, Schubert: tender theme from the
opera Rosamunde.
• “Andante” from Piano Concerto No.21
K.467, Mozart: used in the movie
Elvira Madigan.
• “Arioso” from Cantata 156, Bach: nice, lessused substitute for “Air on the G String.”
• “Bridal Chorus” from Act III of Lohengrin,
Wagner: “Here Comes the Bride.”
• “Canon in D,” Pachelbel: melodious round
that keeps growing and growing.
• “The Four Seasons,” Vivaldi: various movements that provide uplifting, classic touch.
• “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring,” Bach: simple,
swirling and sentimental.
• “Largo” from the opera Xerxes, Handel: slow, moving melody that builds to
majestic climax.
• “Nocturne” from String Quartet No. 2, Borodin: passionate tune in the show Kismet.
• “Romanza” from Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Mozart: nothing more beautiful than this stately
melody.
• “See, The Conquering Hero Comes” from the oratorio Judas Maccabeus. Handel:
bold tune. Perfect for the unabashed bride who idolizes her groom.
• “Sheep May Safely Graze,” Bach: a heart tugger.
• “Traumerie” from Kinderscene, Schumann: dreamy.
• “Trumpet Tune,” Purcell, “Trumpet Voluntary in D,” Jeremiah Clarke: regal Baroque
fanfares.
• “Vocaluse,” Rachmaninoff: gorgeous love song with a hint of tragedy.
For the Recessional
• “Hornpipe” from The Water Music, Handel: noble Baroque tune.
• “Ode to Joy,” Beethoven: solemnity meets hope.
• “Rondeau,” Jean Joseph Mouret: theme from PBS’s Masterpiece Theatre.
• “Wedding March” from Midsummernight’s Dream, Mendelssohn: a joyous
conclusion to start the rest of your lives together.
• “Hallelujah Chorus,” by Handel: if you really want to make a statement!
By Martin Steinberg, The Associated Press
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412 B 22nd Avenue
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Northport, AL 35476
205-345-8610
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“Specializing in Custom Wedding Videos”
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Studio G Photography
Distinguished Wedding, Floral, and Event Designs
Bridal Couture Tuxedoes
Invitations
Mother of the Bride
Pageantry Dresses
Classy Threads
900 Skyland Blvd., Suite 4
McFarland Mall (next to TJ Maxx)
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205.562.8776
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Beautiful original oil paintings
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Custom jewelry
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cakes
How to Cut
a Wedding Cake
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he most important info is to
(1) remove the top tier which is usually saved and
(2) obviously remove the topper and any other non-edible decorations, then
(3) start from the top and work your way
down the cake.
The first step is to use the right knife. Always use a sharp, thin knife. The cuts should
be made by first inserting the knife straight
down into the cake, and then by pulling the
knife at an angle toward the outer edge. Before the next cut, wipe the knife clean with a
damp cloth.
1. Start from the top
by removing the 6"
tier, which is usually
the bride and groom’s
cake to be saved.
2. Work from any side
to cut a horizontal line
about two inches from
the outer edge of the tier.
3. Slice from right to left to make vertical cuts
about one inch apart, until the entire row has
been sliced.
4. Cut another horizontal line two inches
from the new edge, and slice this row.
5. Repeat until the entire tier has been cut.
6. You should produce five rows in the 10"
tier.
7. Move to the 14" and repeat the process for
seven rows.
Three-Tiered Round Cake
Heart and Oval Cakes
Finally, if there are more than 3 tiers, remove
the tiers before cutting to avoid having the
tiers slip off while cutting.
General Guidelines
1. Start from the top
by removing the 6"
tier, which is usually the bride and
groom’s cake to be
saved.
2. Cut a circle about
two inches from the
outer edge of the 10" tier.
3. Work from this circle and make vertical
cuts about one inch apart, until the ring is
completely sliced.
4. Use the same starting procedure and cut
another two-inch ring, again slicing into
one-inch pieces.
5. Repeat the procedure until the tier is completed; then repeat entire process on 14" tier
until all the cake has been served.
Source: http://www.elegantaffair-ca.com/weddingcake.php
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Three-Tiered Square Cake
Heart and oval shaped cakes are cut in a similar fashion as square and rectangular cakes.
Hexagonal and
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budget
Wedding Expenses—Who Pays?
The bride’s family is entirely responsible for the wedding ceremony. The groom’s
family may offer to share in the cost of the reception, and the bride’s family may
accept, if they wish. By tradition, wedding costs are divided as follows:
The Bride (or family) pays for:
m Invitations and Announcements
m The Bridal Outfit and Trousseau
m Bridal Photographs/Video
m All Costs of the Reception
m Flowers for the Church, Attendants
and Reception
m Music at the Church and Reception
m Sexton, Organist and Choir Fees
m Bridesmaids’ Luncheon
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The Groom (or family) pays for:
m Bride’s Engagement and Wedding
Rings
m Marriage License
m Clergyman’s Fee ($10–$100, inquire)
m Bride’s Flowers
m Boutonnieres, Gloves, Ties for
Men of Wedding Party
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m
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All Rented Equipment for Large
Weddings and Receptions
A Limousine for the Bride and Cars
for Transportation
Groom’s Wedding Band
Groom’s Gift
Gifts for the Bride’s Attendants
Lodging (if necessary) for
Out-of-town Bridesmaids
Bride’s Personal Stationery
Wedding Gift for the Bride
Complete Wedding Trip or
Honeymoon Expenses
m Gifts for Best Man and Ushers
m Lodging (if necessary) for
Out-of-town Ushers
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Optional Expenses:
m Bride’s Bouquet, usually gift of the groom, may be purchased by the bride’s family
m Corsages for mothers and grandmothers are usually provided by the groom, may be
purchased by the bride for her mother and grandmother
m Bachelor Dinner is usually given by groom or family, but may be given by the
bride’s family or friends
m Rehearsal Dinner is usually given by the groom or family, but may be given by the
bride’s family or friends
m Attendants’ Dresses are usually bought by each girl, but the bride may provide
them, if she wishes
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Your First Dance
by Noelle Ingram Owner, All Fired Up
T
here is something so mesmerizing
about a couple who knows how to
dance. A growing trend in wedding
planning is adding pizzazz to the first dance
with choreography. The first dance sets the
tone to the reception and gives your guests
an unexpected entertainment treat. Here are
some tips to keep in mind.
Stick with your wedding theme.
If you’re planning a very traditional wedding
and reception, you may not want to bust out
in a hip-hop dance. (Or maybe you do.) Pick
a song and dance style that will echo your
venue and personalities. Think about whether
your event is traditional, modern, whimsical, country, jazzy, etc. There are a variety
of ballroom dances, such as waltz, fox-trot,
swing, that can go with any modern-day song.
Select a song that’s special to you as a couple.
Be sure to search your song on iTunes to see
if there are other artists that performed your
song. You may find the perfect arrangement
by an unexpected artist. Who knew Maroon
Five sang “The Way You Look Tonight”?
Hire someone to choreograph the dance.
Many dance studios offer specials on wedding
dance instruction. Bring a CD with several
song choices and let the instructor show you
possible dances that would work to each.
Most studios are able to splice songs and get
the arrangement just perfect for your dance.
Some couples can’t decide on just one song
and have several songs compiled into one.
Keep it short and sweet.
You always want to leave your audience wanting more, and that also goes for your first
dance. Try to keep your music arrangement
and dance under two minutes. Longer than
two minutes may be overkill for your guests,
not to mention the extra memorization on
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your part. You’ll have enough to worry about
on your wedding day; don’t overdo it with six
minutes of a strenuous routine.
Check out wedding dances on YouTube.
Learn from others that have come before
you. Check out a few wedding dances that
other couples have posted on YouTube. See
what works for you and your fiancé. A waltz
for the princess and her Prince Charming?
A fox-trot to your favorite Sinatra song? A
funny re-enactment of “We Go Together” by
the entire bridal party? Let your dance reflect
your personalities and likes.
Practice makes perfect.
Practice, practice, practice. Memorize your
dance so you don’t worry about it when it
comes time to perform. Practice is fun and
serves as great quality time with your honey
before the wedding. Perform your dance in
front of a small group of friends or family
before the reception. It will give you a
chance to see how you do in front of people.
Remember to practice in your wedding shoes
(and dress if possible.) Dancing is a whole
different ball game in heels.
Once your dance is down pat, remember to
have fun with it. Put your personality into it
with facial expressions, smiles, and winks at
each other. No one will mind if you mess up
as long as you look like you are having fun
with it. A mess up will only be painful if you
make it look painful. Guests don’t mind
watching a happy couple having fun on their
wedding day. That’s what they want to see.
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I planned the wedding for a whole year, and when the
day finally came I could not wait! It was perfect!
It was the best day of my life, and we are living happily
ever after. ~ Brooke Herrin
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GROOM’S CHECKLIST
THR EE TO T W ELV E M O NTHS B EFO R E W E D D IN G
Set budget and division of financial obligations
Buy engagement ring
Choose best man and ushers (one usher per 50 guests)
Set appointment with clergyman
Furnish family guest list to fiancée
Plan honeymoon with fiancée (check passports and visas, if necessary)
Order bride’s flowers
Order mother’s flowers
Plan correct formal attire with fiancée and groomsmen
Make reservations for rehearsal dinner
Take dance lessons
T WO M O NTHS B EFO R E W E D D IN G
Select your wardrobe for honeymoon
Select wedding rings with fiancée
Choose gifts for ushers and best man
Select bride’s gift
Reserve limousine and/or special transportation
O NE M O NTH B EFO R E W E D D IN G
Arrange all needed insurance and review legal/medical/religious documents
Arrange lodging and transportation for out-of-town guests
Have medical examination and blood test
T WO W EEK S TO O NE DAY B EFO R E W E D D IN G DAY
Get marriage license
Provide final guest count for rehearsal dinner to caterer or restaurant
Arrange for clergyman’s fee
Plan bachelor dinner or party with best man
Pick up wedding bands
Pack for honeymoon
BEST MAN’S CHECKLIST
Take charge of ushers
Be responsible for wedding rings
Be responsible for clergyman’s fee
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Wedding Checklists
Be responsible for license
Check on all travel arrangements
for honeymoon
Prepare to toast bride and groom
MARRIAGE LICENSE
T USC A LO OSA CO U NT Y
M A R R I AGE L I CENSE R EQ U IR EM ENT S
1. You must be at least 18 years old.
2. If you are under the age of 18, both parents must come in and sign the
application, as well as a Marriage Bond. We MUST see the parent’s driver’s
license and the minor’s certified birth certificate issued from the Health
Department in the last 30 days.
3. YOU MUST HAVE:
a. Driver’s License; State issued Non-driver’s license or a passport for identification.
b. Social Security cards are required if you have a social security number.
c. If you do not have a social security number, a notarized affidavit attesting to
the fact that you were never issued and/or have never had a social security
number must be submitted at the time you purchase your marriage license.
d. Divorce decrees if either party has been divorced or death certificate if spouse is
deceased.
e. $44.00 CASH for the license. (Checks, debit cards or credit cards NOT
ACCEPTED.)
f. $15.00 more if you are getting married here by the Judge of Probate.
TOTAL $59.00 CASH
4. If you are interested in being married here, you must call that morning to make
sure someone will be here to marry you. We DO NOT make appointments!
5. Blood tests are NOT required!
6. Marriage licenses are valid for 30 days in the State of Alabama. That means
once the license is issued to you, you must get married within 30 days. The
license is void after 30 days and valid ONLY in Alabama. You may purchase
your license in any county in Alabama. It is not required that you buy it in the
county where you are to be married.
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY COURTHOUSE
Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(4:15 if applying for license)
Marriage Clerk:
349-3870, Extension #204
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WEDDING CHECKLIST
THR EE TO T W ELV E M O NTHS B EFO R E W E D D IN G
Determine budget with parents / number of guests
Create a website for your wedding
Type of wedding (very formal, formal, semi-formal)
Date, time and place for ceremony
Visit officiating clergy for consultation
Choose bridal consultant if desired
Type of reception
Reserve facility for reception
Wedding dress
Bridal attendants
Attendants’ dresses and mothers’ gowns
Guest list
Wedding invitations and announcements / calligrapher if desired
Thank you and personal stationery
Choose photographer and videographer
Registry for gifts: china, silver, crystal patterns
Buy a wedding album, gift and guest record file
Find a new home and plan furnishings
Start your make-up lessons, skin care, hairstyling program
Start workout program with personal trainer
Ceremony and reception music
Take dance lessons
Order flowers
Make appointment for pre-marital examination
Consult caterer
Discuss honeymoon with groom
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Check state requirements for marriage license
Order wedding and groom cake
Address and mail invitations
Arrange for display of gifts
Wedding gown fittings
Attendants’ gown fittings
Shop for trousseau
Coordinate men’s formalwear attire
Select attendants’ and groom’s gifts
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WEDDING CHECKLIST
O NE M O NTH B EFO R E W E D D IN G
Mail invitations
Have programs printed
Set appointment to have make-up and hairstyling for portrait
Check groom on wedding ring(s)
Final fitting of wedding dress and all gowns
Have wedding portrait taken
Send portrait to newspapers
Complete arrangements for reception
Arrange transportation and accommodations for out-of-town guests
Arrange for moving (if necessary)
Arrange for party rental equipment
Arrange transportation to ceremony and reception
Arrange for your joint or new checking accounts
Have all charge accounts changed / change of address to post office
Acknowledge each gift as it arrives
Arrange for insurance on wedding gifts
Arrange for yoga class to help with stress from the above
Arrange for preservation of bridal bouquet
T WO W EEK S TO O NE DAY B EFO R E W E D D IN G DAY
Arrange final seating for the reception
Write toasts for rehearsal dinner
Check all gowns and accessories / break in wedding shoes at home
Complete trousseau and going away clothes
Write checks to vendors, put in envelope and give to Best Man to pass out
Give caterer final estimate of attendance at reception
Discuss specific shots with photographer
Make arrangements with Best Man to return tuxedo rentals
Present gifts at and attend bridesmaid’s luncheon
Arrange any last minute transportation
Put all wedding clothes in one place
Arrange wedding day time schedule
Get lots of beauty rest
W E D D IN G DAY
Relax – Have a leisurely breakfast
Take time to bathe and dress leisurely
Make-up by an artist, manicure, hair styled
Leave all details to those responsible
This is your day – Enjoy!
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SETTING YOUR BUDGET
There are many details to investigate before signing any contractual agreements for
your wedding services. Once you’ve checked off the items listed below and made
your decisions, get in writing everything you expect.
BUDGET
Stationery
$________
Invitations
Announcements
Thank you Notes
Reply Cards
At-home Card
Monogrammed Napkins
Matches
Photography
$________
Formal Portraits
Engagement
Wedding
Wedding Album
Parent’s Album
Extra Prints
Videography
$________
Reception
$________
Food
Beverage
Wedding Cake
Groom’s Cake
Gratuities and Taxes
Valet Parking
Officer
Music
$________
Wedding
Reception
Soloist
Bridal Attire
$________
Dress
Headpiece and Veil
Undergarments
Jewelry
Shoes
Trousseau
Garter
Preservation-Gown
Hair Stylist
Nails
Wedding Consultant$________
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EST.COST
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Transportation
$________
Limousines
Carriage, etc.
Parking
Wedding Parties
$________
Bridal Luncheon
Rehearsal Dinner
Out-of-town Guests
Fees
$________
Church/Synagogue
Officiant
Assistants (cantors, altar boys)
Gifts
$________
Maid of Honor
Best Man
Bridesmaids
Groomsmen
Other
Flowers
$________
At Ceremony
Bridal Bouquet
Attendants’
(male, female)
Mothers’ Corsages
Reception
Miscellaneous
$________
Bird Seed Bags
Hotel Accommodations (for out-of-town guests)
Honeymoon
$________
Transportation
Accommodations
Daily Allowance
BUDGET
EST.COST
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Total Budget
$ _________________
Total Est. Cost
$ _________________
Typical Breakdown of Wedding Expenses
Reception Costs
Clothes and Gifts
Ceremony Costs
Photography
Invitations & Stationery
Miscellaneous
30%
30%
11%
11%
6%
12%
COMING HOME
Notify parents and family you are
home, Don’t forget to thank them
for their cooperation.
Finish sending thank-you notes.
Check your wedding gifts. If
you have duplicates or ones that
don’t fit your taste, return them
immediately.
Select your wedding photographs.
Change all previous addresses such
as driver’s licenses, charge cards,
insurance policies, etc.
Notify business associates.
Discuss with each other and lawyer
the need for insurance such as
homeowner, jewelry and maternity
benefits on your medical insurance.
Work up a budget on a weekly and
monthly basis.
Invite parents to dinner.
Have a party inviting groomsmen
and bride’s attendants. Show them
the wedding and honeymoon
photographs.
CHANGING YOUR NAME
Following is a list of whom to inform and what to modify when your name changes.
Driver’s License
Lending Institutions
Auto Registration & Title
Medical/School records
Auto Insurance
Wills
Social Security Card
Accountant
Credit Cards
Securities Broker
Checking/Savings Accounts
Leases with Landlord
Health Insurance Policies
Library Card
Life Insurance Policies
Voter Registration Card
Telephone Number & Listing
Organization Memberships
Post Office
Passport
Charge Accounts
Safe Deposit Box
Income Tax Deduction Status with
Employer
Magazine/Newspaper
Subscriptions
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Directory of Services
bakers
A CUTTING EDGE CATERERS
www.acuttingedgecatering.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 633-1032
IT TAKES THE CAKE BAKERY & CATERING
2210 B 9th Avenue, Northport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 556-5556
MARY’S CAKES & PASTRIES, LLC
412-B 22nd Avenue, N’port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-8610
ONE STOP WEDDINGS & PARTIES
3076 McFarland Blvd. W.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349-2062
Kathie Simpson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 799-3695
balloon design
ARTISTIC BALLOONS & LINENS
2741 Southside Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292-8363
www.artisticballoonsandlinens.com
beauty/health
MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS
2119 University Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349-0072
www.merlenorman.com
RAWWBEAUTY
Jackie Robinson . . . . [email protected] / 533-5843
www.rawwbeauty.wordpress.com
bridal/formal apparel
BEAUTY MARK, INC.
1621 Skyland Blvd, East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 556-2005
BURCH & HATFIELD FORMAL SHOPS, INC.
1810 University Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 759-1466
1439-B McFarland Blvd. East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366-0077
CLASSY THREADS
900 Skyland Blvd. E., McFarland Mall, Ste. 4. . . 562-8776
CROWNS OF BELLA FORMALS
6570 Hwy 69 South, Suite E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247-7774
LA SHEA
1004 7th Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435-2262
LADY IN LACE
410 Downtown Plaza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349-5223
PART TWO
1653 McFarland Blvd. N.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349-2077
bridal luncheon / shower /
rehearsal dinner venues
THE CYPRESS INN RESTAURANT
501 Rice Mine Road North . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-6963
www.cypressinnrestaurant.com
MARY’S CAKES & PASTRIES, LLC
412-B 22nd Avenue, N’port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-8610
SOUTHERN HOUSE & GARDEN
15308 Shepard Park Road
www.SouthernHouseAndGarden.com. . . . . . . . 345-5765
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ANNA KATE & CO.
80 McFarland Boulevard, Suite 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349-2206
BOW REGARDS
1520 McFarland Blvd. North. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-4446
FINCHER & OZMENT JEWELERS
HUDSON-POOLE JEWELERS
1111 Greensboro Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 752-5535
MATT CLINTON DESIGNS
705 Paul Bryant Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 464-0488
www.mattclintondesigns.com
caterers
A CUTTING EDGE CATERERS
www.acuttingedgecatering.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 633-1032
IT TAKES THE CAKE BAKERY & CATERING
2210 B 9th Avenue, Northport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 556-5556
ONE STOP WEDDINGS & PARTIES
3076 McFarland Blvd. W.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349-2062
Kathie Simpson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 799-3695
ceramic studio
ALL FIRED UP!
16-B McFarland Blvd., Northport. . . . . . . . . . . . . 343-0015
chocolatier
PETERBROOKE CHOCOLATIER
1530 McFarland Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 752-0211
www.peterbrooke.com
entertainment & music
CRESCENT MOON TALENT, INC.
www.cmtalent.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-666-0098
SEABASS AND THE FELLAS
[email protected]. . . . . . . . . . . . On facebook
TOTAL ENTERTAINMENT DISC JOCKEY
www.alabamadjs.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750-0539
event planning
DREAMS CREATED BY K. CRAWFORD
K. Crawford . . . . . . . [email protected] / 393-0134
JESTER’S FLOWERS
2515 University Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 752-9661
www.jestersflowers.com
SCOT WEDGEWORTH
www.scotwedgeworth.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 834-7670
SPECIAL EVENTS – A GAME DAY TENTS CO.
1419 22nd Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 469-0105
www.SpecialEventsAL.com
THE BRIDAL PATH
4801 Hargrove Road East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-7498
www.bridalpathweddings.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-0458
fitness/group training
NORTHRIDGE FITNESS
www.northridgefitness.net
floral preservation
MEMORIES – FLOWER PRESERVATION
Lynn Morgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242-7428
www.memories-flowerpreservation.com
florist
AMY’S FLORIST
4521 Longview Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-2242
www.amystheflorist.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-544-5076
BAMA BLOSSOMS
1006 7th Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-7155
www.BamaBlossoms.com
JESTER’S FLOWERS
2515 University Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 752-9661
www.jestersflowers.com
SCOT WEDGEWORTH
www.scotwedgeworth.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 834-7670
SUE’S FLOWERS – Tyric Humphryes
405 Main Avenue, N’port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 758-2100
formalwear
BURCH & HATFIELD FORMAL SHOPS, INC.
1810 University Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 759-1466
1439-B McFarland Blvd. East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366-0077
CLASSY THREADS
900 Skyland Blvd. E., McFarland Mall, Ste. 4. . . 562-8776
furniture rentals & sales
UNION FURNITURE CO.
Thomasville Gallery, Bassett Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . 758-3693
2104 Greensboro Avenue. (across from the train station)
www.unionfurniture.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-628-2243
guest accommodations
CAPSTONE HOTEL
www.capstonehotel.com
COUNTRY INN & SUITES
4801 McFarland Blvd. E.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-9999
www.countryinns.com/tuscaloosaal . . . . . . .800-456-4000
HILTON GARDEN INN TUSCALOOSA
800 Hollywood Blvd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 722-0360
[email protected]
horse & carriage service
MALLISHAM’S GLASS SLIPPER
CARRIAGE TOURS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 752-3771
Ben & Eddie Mallisham. . . .345-8496insurance
COTTON STATES INSURANCE
1490 Skyland Blvd. East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 752-3863
www.cottonstates.com/elizabeth.hall
invitations
ANNA KATE & CO.
80 McFarland Boulevard, Suite 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349-2206
BEAUTY MARK, INC.
BOW REGARDS
KYLE OFFICE SUPPLY
1020 21st Ave.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-5573
jewelry
BEAUTY MARK, INC.
DUET ART AND JEWELRY
2113 B University Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 758-5388
HUDSON-POOLE JEWELERS
FINCHER & OZMENT JEWELERS
Tuscaloosa Galleria, 1657 McFarland Blvd. N. . 752-3511
www.fincherandozment.com
lighting design
MARCHONE PRODUCTIONS
www.marchoneproductions.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-5656
[email protected]
TOTAL ENTERTAINMENT DISC JOCKEY
www.alabamadjs.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750-0539
limousine service
CROWN LIMOUSINE
521 30th Avenue, N’port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 758-3875
www.crown-limo.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-888-353-5466
PRESTIGE LIMOUSINE SERVICE
www.prestigelimotuscaloosa.net.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-0477
[email protected]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333-9879
movers
TRIPLE G MOVING
Daryl Edwards . . . . . . . . www.gggmoving.com / 331-8573
music
SOUTHEASTERN MUSIC GALLERY
5500 Old Montgomery Hwy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-1414
musicians
CRAIN SISTERS – HARPIST AND VIOLINIST
[email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393-6407
www.crainsnestband.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 799-1416
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THE DUNCANS—VIOLIN DUET, QUARTET
[email protected]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 556-3626
HARPIST—WEDDING AND RECEPTIONS
Mary Beth Cavert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-6777
JUSTIN BRASFIELD – VIOLIN. VOICE. PIANO.
www.justinbrasfieldmusic.com.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-0110
[email protected]
THE LAMB FAMILY VIOLIN ENSEMBLE
www.lambfamilymusic.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 758-5262
DREAMS—LUXURY LINENS
K. Crawford . . . . . . . [email protected] / 393-0134
SPECIAL EVENTS – A GAME DAY TENTS CO.
1419 22nd Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 469-0105
www.SpecialEventsAL.com
THE BRIDAL PATH
4801 Hargrove Road East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-7498
www.bridalpathweddings.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-0458
photography
SPA BELLE LA VIE
1847 Commons North Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349-0046
www.bellelaviespa.com
BORROWED IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHY
R. G. Glover . . . . . . . . [email protected] / 527-4647
ECHOES PHOTOGRAPHY
James Hudson . . . . . . .www.echoesphoto.com / 394-3379
GARY FRANKLIN PHOTOGRAPHY
www.garyfranklinphotography.com . . . . . . . . . . . 752-9719
HAVERKAMPF PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO
www.BamaPhoto.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750-0222
HOLLOWAY PHOTOGRAPHY
Larry Holloway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 553-8656
www.hollowayproductions.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 799-2438
MARC PATTERSON PRODUCTIONS
www.marcpattersonproductions.com.. . . . . . . . . 999-3036
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .251-709-4961
MEGAN FOREHAND PHOTOGRAPHY
www.meganforehandphoto.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 886-6020
SABRINA HARLESS PHOTOGRAPHY
[email protected]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 752-2963
www.sabrinaharless.com
SCOTTIE JONES PHOTOGRAPHY. . . . . . 372-3777
scottiejonesphotography.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . or 657-0104
SKIP BAUMHOWER PHOTOGRAPHY
2428 6th Street, www.baumhower.com. . . . . . . . 310-8088
STEPHANIE WHATLEY PHOTOGRAPHY
www.stephaniewhatleyphotography.com.. . . . . . 553-3998
TERRI LANE PHOTOGRAPHY
www.TerriLanePhotography.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . 799-4969
THOMAS DOROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY, INC.
www.doroughphotography.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339-3307
TODD MEDIA, INC.
Edward Todd. . . . . . . . . . www.toddmedia.net / 556-5856
portrait painting
DUET ART AND JEWELRY
2113 B University Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 758-5388
rentals
BEAUTY MARK, INC.
ARTISTIC BALLOONS & LINENS
2741 Southside Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292-8363
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videographers
ACTION VIDEO
www.4actionvideo.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394-0141
HAVERKAMPF PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO
www.BamaPhoto.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750-0222
HOLLOWAY PRODUCTIONS
Lance Holloway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 553-8656
www.hollowayproductions.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242-9263
MARC PATTERSON PRODUCTIONS
www.marcpattersonproductions.com.. . . . . . . . . 999-3036
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .251-709-4961
THOMAS DOROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY, INC.
www.doroughphotography.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339-3307
TODD MEDIA,INC.
Edward Todd. . . . . . . . . . www.toddmedia.net / 556-5856
wedding & reception sites
BATTLE-FRIEDMAN HOUSE
BRYANT CONFERENCE CENTER
www.bama.ua.edu/~bcc/. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348-3001
CAPSTONE HOTEL
www.capstonehotel.com
THE CHAPEL AT MIMOSA RIDGE
2684 McDowell Road, Livingston, AL. . . . 334-289-4279
www.mimosaridgeweddings.com
THE JEMISON MANSION
THE L&N STATION
301 Greensboro Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248-8386
wedding gown preservation
ROYAL FINE CLEANERS
3617 Watermelon Rd., Northport . . . . . . . . . . . . 391-0034
www.royalfinecleaners.com
www.ScottieJonesPhotography.com
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FLOWERS
Tyric Humphryes, Designer
205-758-2100 • 800-223-2620
405 Main Avenue, Northport
www.suesflowersnorthport.com
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Newspaper Guidelines
The Tuscaloosa News
1. Deadlines
You must turn in your announcement by
noon Monday before the Sunday you would
like it published.
Engagement announcements should be
turned in at least two weeks before the wedding and no earlier than three months before the wedding. Announcements turned
in less than two weeks before the wedding
will be published in a Wednesday edition of
The News.
Wedding announcements should be
turned in within six weeks after the wedding. Announcements turned in more than
six weeks after the wedding will be published
in an abbreviated form in a Wednesday edition of The Tuscaloosa News with only the couple’s names, the names of their parents and
grandparents, and the date of the wedding.
No wedding announcements will be published more than three months after the
ceremony.
Weddings and engagements containing
errors made by The Tuscaloosa News staff will
be reprinted in a Wednesday edition of the
newspaper.
You may request a specific date of publication, but The News reserves the right to run
the announcement on another day should
space limitations arise.
You can bring your wedding or engagement announcement to our 315 28th Avenue office or mail it to: The Tuscaloosa
News, Attention Peggy Skelton, P.O. Box
20587, Tuscaloosa, AL 35402-0587. The
News is not responsible for mailed photos
and announcements that do not arrive in
our office by noon Monday.
2. Photos
Studio black and white portraits are requested for best reproduction purposes, but
color portraits are acceptable. Photos must
be vertical. Horizontal photos do not fit
our format and will run smaller than other
couple’s pictures. We will attempt to return
your photograph if you provide a self-addressed, stamped envelope, or you may retrieve your photo at The News office up to a
month after publication. After that time,
unclaimed photographs may be discarded.
Because of the number of photographs we
handle, The News cannot be held responsible
for lost or damaged photos.
3. Questions
If you have questions, please call the Lifestyle Department at 722-0199, or 7220195.
Northport Gazette
Deadlines for announcements/articles:
• All photographs and text must be turned
in the Monday prior to when it should
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Transportation Tips
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•You should book your limousine once you
know what transportation services will be
needed. Some brides book as far as one
year in advance.
know what your needs are. Confirm the
maximum number of passengers allowed in
the limousine. You do not want anyone left
behind!
•A deposit is customary to hold the reservation, so be prepared to deposit as little as
$100 up to $400 towards the reservation.
•There are minimum rental periods, so
think of ways to utilize the limousine to
your advantage.
•View the limousine in person if possible.
You want to know what you are getting. If
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ask the company if they have a website. Most
reputable companies have a website so you
can view the particular vehicle.
•Ask the company about “red carpet
services” and if ice and soft drinks are
provided at no charge. Also inquire about
the chauffeurs’ dress code – tuxedos.
•Prices will vary, depending on the size and
age of the vehicle.
•Know the total number of passengers that
will be riding; companies have different
sizes and will be able to assist you if they
•Be sure to understand overtime and cancellation policies AND request a copy of
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How To Address Invitations
d Use your file cards and carefully address
the envelopes, marking each with a check
as you complete it.
d Address both the inner and outer
envelopes in the same handwriting.
d Always write and. Symbols are not
permissible.
d John not J. No initials are permissible. If
you do not know what the initials stand
for, omit them.
d Never write and Family.
d Write out Forty-first. Use no figures except
on house numbers and zip codes.
d Write out East, West, North, and South.
d Write out Street, Boulevard, Road, and so on.
d Spell out the state — Alabama. Again, no
abbreviations.
d Children under sixteen may be included
by writing their names in a line below
their parents’ names on the inner
envelope.
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d Older children in the family should
receive a separate invitation.
d All invitations must be handwritten,
preferably in permanent ink. Never
typewrite an address on a formal
invitation.
d Place invitations in the inner ungummed
envelope. Folded invitations are inserted
with the folded edge down.
d The inner envelope is inserted in the
outer envelope upper side up so that
the writing faces the back of the outer
envelope.
d Always send invitations and
announcements scaled, first class mail.
d Wedding announcements are usually
sent to people who are not invited to the
ceremony and reception.
d Wedding announcements are addressed
in the same way as invitations, but are
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cakes
Ask the Baker
by Mary Cesar, Mary’s Cakes and Pastries
Q1. How much wedding cake do I need?
The general rule is to order enough bride’s
cake to serve all guests, and enough groom’s
cake for half. So, if you expect 100 guests,
order a bride’s cake that serves 100, and a
groom’s cake that serves 50. That being said,
the more guests you invite, the less cake you
need, especially if you have two cakes. While
you don’t want to run out of cake, you also
do not want to have the entire bottom tier
of cake left over. You may cut the cake order
by 10% to 20% for medium weddings (150
guests), and by 20% to 30% for larger weddings.
Decorations for the cake table, such as linens,
a server and knife for cutting the cake, plates,
forks and napkins are also not included.
Q2. How big is a serving of wedding cake?
A standard slice of two layer wedding cake is
one inch wide by two inches long. You may
cut smaller slices to serve more guests.
Q7. Who pays for the groom’s cake?
Usually the groom’s family does.
Q3. Who cuts the wedding cake?
The bride often designates a friend or family
member to cut the cakes. You may have one
or two people to cut and serve each cake. If
you are expecting the caterer to cut the cakes,
be sure to arrange this in advance.
Q4. When should I order my cake?
Order your wedding cake soon after you book
the reception venue. In most cases, this is six
to nine months in advance. This is especially
important when ordering cake to serve 150
or more. Brides are competing for cakes as
much as reception venues. Many bakers limit
the number of wedding cakes they make each
weekend based on size and complexity.
Q5. What is included in the price of a wedding cake?
You should ask your baker if the quoted price
includes:
• Delivery and set-up to reception venue
• Cake stand rental
• Different flavors and fillings
• Edible decorations such as fondant flowers,
fresh fruit, candies or chocolate
Non-edible decorations such as fresh flowers
or a cake topper are almost never included in the quoted price of a wedding cake.
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How to Order a Wedding Cake:
Top 10 Questions
Q6. What styles of cake can I choose from?
Besides the size of the cake, bakers will ask
your preferences regarding:
• A square or round cake (or combination)
• A stacked cake or separated cake
• Cake flavor, icing and filling between layers
• Color and type of decorations
A professional baker will draw a picture of the
cake design and attach it to your contract, so
there is no misunderstanding.
Q8. How can I get the best value?
There is no rule that you must to serve every
guest from the main cake. Supplementing
your main cake with more economical sheet
cakes cut in the kitchen is one way to stretch
your wedding cake budget.
Q9. Does fondant taste bad? And why does
it cost more?
The taste of fondant depends on the quality
of the ingredients and the skill of the maker.
Most people have only tasted the inexpensive
white fondant sold at hobby stores, which
tastes like sweet cardboard. Fondant made
from better quality ingredients, such as white
chocolate, tastes infinitely better.
Q10. Can I mix flavors and fillings?
Yes. However, when you offer more than one
flavor or filling, be prepared for your guests
to have more than one slice as they may want
to try both flavors. We suggest ordering 10%
more cake when multiple flavors are offered.
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Reception Checklist
When planning your wedding, set a budget and stick with it.
The following checklist will help you keep track of your expenses.
The Location
❍ Proximity to the ceremony site
❍ Date availability and discount days
to consider
❍ Rental fee and what it includes
❍ Time allowed to decorate the space for
the day of the wedding
❍ Using the location for a ceremony as
well, if desired
❍ Whether there will be other receptions
that day
❍ Number of guests the space will
accommodate comfortably
❍ Terms of liability insurance
❍ Ratio of staff to guests
❍ Overtime charges
❍ Postponement/cancellation refund
policy
❍ Gratuities and taxes
❍ Availability of valet parking
❍ Clean restroom facilities
❍ Room for changing
❍ Means of handicapped access
❍ The availability of a nursery or babysitter
Food and Drink
❍ Meal options, from a seated dinner to
a dessert-only reception
❍ Special meals to accommodate restricted
diets
❍ Price per guest
❍ Method of payment
❍ A date for tasting menu and tour of the
site with a wedding in progress
❍ Dessert table policy
❍ Availability of non-alcoholic beer, wine,
and beverages
❍ Top-shelf wine and alcohol vs. house
brands
❍ Cost of open bar vs. one/two hour
cocktail service or host’s per-drink tab
arrangement
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❍ Possibility of bringing in your alcohol
and amount of corking fee
❍ Supplier of the wedding cake and cutting
fee
❍ On-site wedding coordinator
Miscellaneous
❍ Musicians
❍ Florist
❍ Photographer
❍ Videographer
❍ Cake knife/server
❍ Food for band, etc.
❍ Wedding guest book
❍ Seating plans
❍ Place cards
❍ Decorations
❍ Favors
❍ List of photos
Basic Rentals for
Off-site locations ❍ Tent
❍ Chairs
❍ Tables
❍ China
❍ Cutlery
❍ Glassware
❍ Tableskirts
❍ Dance floor
❍ Serving trays and dishes
❍ Linens
❍ Lighting
❍ Heaters and/or air conditioners
❍ Restroom facilities
❍ Electrical outlets
❍ Bar equipment
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CELL
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Weddings, Receptions,
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Honeymoon Packing
mHis/hers toiletries (toothbrush,
toothpaste, dental floss,
soap, shampoo/conditioner,
deodorant, brush, comb, nail
polish and remover, file and
clippers, makeup, shaver, shaving
cream, fragrance, sunscreen, lip
balm, cotton swabs)
mMedications, birth control, adhesive bandages
mUnderwear, socks, hose
mSleepwear, robes, slippers
mRaincoat, umbrella
mDaytime wear
mEvening wear
mShoes (dress and casual)
mAccessories (belts, ties)
mTrip documents (passports,
visas, drivers’ licenses, marriage
license, hotel/plane/rental car/
cruise info)
mWatches, jewelry
mTraveler’s checks, credit cards,
cash, foreign currency
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mList of credit cards, traveler’s
checks, checking account
numbers
mList of luggage contents (needed
for claiming losses)
mGuidebooks
mAddress book (for postcards)
mGlasses, sunglasses
mSewing kit
mAdapter plugs (for traveling
abroad)
mHair dryer
mTraveler’s alarm clock
mCamera, film or CF cards,
batteries
mCell phone and charger, prepaid
long distance phone cards
Warm Weather Trip
mT-shirts, shorts
mSwimwear
mSandals
mLight jacket, wrap
mSun hats, visors
Cold Weather Trip
mWarm pants
mSweaters
mBoots
mHats, gloves, scarves
mHeavy socks
mCoats
mLong underwear
Miscellaneous
mCorkscrew
mHouse keys
mGames, novels
mScissors, pocketknife
mPlastic cups
mLarge plastic laundry bag (for wet
clothes)
mTote (for gifts)
mHometown doctor’s name,
address, and phone number
mList of sites, restaurants
mAddresses of US embassies,
consuls, American Express offices
Impress your guests, surprise your wallet!
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chocolate
Life, Love and Chocolate
by Heather Reier
C
Peterbrooke Chocolatier
hocolate is available on all seven
continents and there are many
reasons why we love it like no other
treat. Chocolate’s universally-known scent
and taste are unmistakable to our senses.
Even better, its addictive, delicious taste
has long been associated with love. For that
reason, many brides are turning to chocolate
to create unique wedding experiences.
There are many ways brides are incorporating chocolate into the day they will remember for the rest of their lives. Bridesmaid
dresses, cakes and tablescapes in lovely chocolate browns are just the beginning. Brides
are taking weddings up a notch by skipping
ordinary desserts and providing their guests
with cascading chocolate fountains. In fact,
oftentimes more than one fountain is utilized, with additional setups featuring several choices of tasty, chocolate fondues. The
stunning sight, heavenly smell and decadent
taste of a chocolate fountain at a reception
brings with it an element of fun. The result:
Indulgent conversation to go along with a
large variety of fruits, truffles, marshmallows
and cakes for dipping.
Chocolate favors have also been a
long-time tradition when couples tie the knot. The choices
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are endless when choosing a favor. Creamy milk,
dark and white chocolates can be handcrafted,
monogrammed and personalized in different
shapes and sizes. Custom
tags or boxes are very
popular with brides who
want to send their guests away with a sweet
treat to savor.
Most recently, brides are choosing over-thetop, chocolate candy buffet tables. Wedding
planners, designers and their chocolatier’s
are wowing guests with beautiful displays of
chocolate-filled containers, platters, highlighted by an array of chocolates spilling out
of them. Scoops, bags and boxes are laid out
for guests to fill, leaving their guests with the
feeling of being a kid in a candy store.
Many health benefits have been associated
with chocolate. And we can all attest to the
undeniably arousing emotions one feels
when in the presence of chocolate. With
those thoughts in mind, it’s no
wonder brides are choosing
the “sweet” life, for the
ones they love.
Make your event Unforgettable
with Peterbrooke Chocolates...
From Favors to Chocolate Fountains you
will leave your guest wanting more!
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stationery
Your Rehearsal Dinner
by Shelley Kyle Owner, Kyle Stationery
Be
creative and let the invitation set the tone!
Welcome your guests to the start of a great celebration—your wedding weekend!
Stylize this night with your COLOR THEME
for the wedding weekend.
EAT * DRINK * BE MARRIED
This playful invite says to expect one festive evening.
There are no
strict rules!
Just make this event
memorable for everyone
involved and have fun with it!
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Serve up a night to remember with a playful
theme or favorite hobby.
For the regal rendezvous
(or classic evening) choose an
elegant monogram motif
that will coordinate
with other pieces.
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honeymoon
Dahlonega, Georgia
by Linda Holloway
B
Photography by www.hollowayproductions.com
reathe deeply and inhale the fresh
mountain air. Your honeymoon
begins with a cabin in the Northeast
Georgia Mountains where a wrap around
forest snaps with an explosion of autumn
color. The haven is appropriately tagged,
Forrest Hills Resort. With the quaint town
of Dahlonega just minutes away, you will
have everything you need to celebrate your
marriage.
Cabin exteriors at Forrest Hills are rustic and
woodsy—blending perfectly with the natural
surroundings. Select a “Luxury Cottage,”
where interior 21st century amenities are
kicked up a notch, including a cedar-lined
hot tub room with floor to ceiling windows
and large screen television. Relax on the sofa
while watching the dancing flames from the
gas log fireplace. The king size bed is amazingly comfortable, complete with plush
linens. The porch swing may be the best
amenity of all—powered by romance.
Ask about the “Ultimate Getaway” package
with amenities, including a candle lit dinner
for two in the Secret Garden Dining room,
and a picnic lunch prepared for two on your
request. Located on 140 wooded acres, our
morning activity was meandering along the
two mile walking trail where we were completely at peace with nature and each other.
Gold City Corral & Carriage Company is
located at the resort where you can enjoy a
carriage ride or guided trail ride. For active
couples, enjoy the resort’s pool and fitness
center. Travel to more than 30 nearby waterfalls including Amicalola, the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi.
Visit the area’s five vineyards and wineries set
along the rural landscape. The rich Georgia
Blackstock Vineyards
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Forrest Hills Resort Cabin
Dahlonega Gold Museum
soil is perfect for producing grapes and autumn is the optimal time to view the lush
clusters before harvest. Dahlonega was the
site of the first U.S. Gold Rush and today you
can still pan for gold at Consolidated and
Crisson Gold Mines. Visit the Dahlonega
Gold Museum (formerly Lumpkin County
Courthouse) along the restored 19th century
Public Square. A local custom predicts if
newlyweds circle the courthouse three times,
it will bring good luck.
Shop more than 40 shops along Dahlonega
Square and purchase an O, The Oprah Magazine
favorite, the TokyoMilk perfume collection
at Jones & Company. After a morning of
shopping, reserve a relaxing couples massage at Littlefield Cottage Healing Arts and
Day Spa and feel stress disappear. For breakfast, try a made-to-order breakfast at Off
the Square Café and experience a romantic
evening at Corkscrew Café where the Smoked
Salmon (smoked onsite) was the best we have
eaten, and the Brie en Croute is a must.
Forrest Hills Resort
1-800-654-6313
www.forresthillsresort.com
For area tourist information,
1-800-231-5543
www.Dahlonega.org
Amicalola Falls
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