Celebrations by Kate

06/07/2024

ORANGE MICRO WEDDINGS 2024 – 23rd November 2024

Say 'I Do' to a stress-free wedding! Let us pamper you with our exclusive 2-hour venue hire package at the prestigious Philip Shaw Wines, complete with a dreamy ceremony crafted by Celebrations by Kate.

Sylvie from Echo Photography will immortalise every smile, tear, and joyous moment. And with Bespoke Country Weddings' stunning florals and Mel’s Blossoming Creations' delectable cakes, your special day will be picture-perfect!

Soak up all the wonderful parts of your wedding day while ditching the stress and leave the organising up to us! Hurry, only three spots are available! Apply now and let us turn your wedding dreams into reality!

For more information or to lock in your spot email: [email protected]

Available timeslots: 11.30am, 2.00pm & 4.30pm. Hurry as bookings are first in, first served!

08/05/2024

Say 'I Do' to Stress-Free Wedding Planning!

Let us make your big day unforgettable with our exclusive 2-hour venue hire package at the prestigious Philip Shaw Wines!

With a personalised ceremony by Celebrations by Kate and enchanting photography by Sylvie from Echo Photography, every moment will be picture-perfect!

Don't forget the delightful florals from Bespoke Country Weddings and scrumptious cake by Blossoming Creations for a truly magical experience!

Only $5200. Hurry, only three spots are available!

Don't miss out, apply now and let's make your dream wedding a reality!

Inquiries close May 23rd 2024.

Submit your enquiry via: https://t.ly/_orangemicroweddings

07/05/2024

03/05/2024

More fun and different ideas for your reception!!

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01/05/2024

Want to add some personality to your wedding reception? Here are some ideas:
• Custom cocktails
• Photo – seatings charts
• Phone guest books / Polaroid photos / Photo booth
• Creative buffet options – tacos, build your own burger, create your own sundae or waffles etc
• Apps or QR codes for guests to share photos
• Yard games – jenja, chess etc
• Advice cards or date ideas
• Crosswords – on the table or large interactive one for guest to complete together
• Photo scavenger hunt / Live artist painting a portrait
• Decorate your own cake or pavlova
• Arcade games / Couple trivia
• Paint by colours so all guests can paint sections for a creative art piece
• Build your own lego people
• Wedding games – wedding bingo, shoe game etc

26/04/2024

Emily & Jarrad - 20th April 2024

Em & Jarrad celebrated their love surrounded by their nearest and dearest at .hayshed.wedding.and.events

After crossing paths at a dog show, their relationship developed over their shared love of their four legged friends. It wasn’t long before they realised something more profound was developing between them.

There may have been a cold wind blowing over the hills, but that didn’t stop us from celebrating these two wonderful people in style.

I wish you both a beautiful and happy life. You only get one life, so live it well and be proud.

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24/04/2024

Have you been invited to a wedding? Here are some things that guests should consider:

• Arrive early but not too early– don’t arrive at ceremony start time
• Read invite or website for all info
• If only your name is listed on the invitation, don’t ask for a plus one
• RSVP on time & advise of any dietary requirements by due dates
• Don’t take decorations or centrepieces unless specifically told you can
• Unless specifically asked – don’t wear white / cream / ivory
• Dress code - if unsure what the dress code means - look it up
• Dress appropriately for location - research the weather
• Outdoor wedding – wear appropriate shoes / clothes
• Be considerate of the venue – don’t damage it or leave rubbish everywhere
• If bringing children, it is polite to remove yourself from the ceremony or during speeches if kids are upset or unsettled (so this doesn’t interrupt)

17/04/2024

Do you want to include gifts for your wedding but want something different? Here are some other ideas:

• Make your own lego people
• Personalised coasters - also work as place cards
• Homemade gifts – jams, honey, lollies, relish, candles etc
• Stubby holders
• Personalised chocolates- also work as place cards
• Personal notes or letters for each guest
• Bottle openers
• Wine or spirits
• Luggage tags
• Flower or herb seeds
• Personalised wine or beer glasses

10/04/2024

Are you having kids at your wedding? Here are some things to consider:

• Confirm with the venue that kids are allowed
• Check if catering offers kid meals – otherwise you might be paying the adult price
• What age are kids considered adults - teenages may be charged at adult prices
• Have activities for kids like colouring books, games
• Arrange a babysitter and separate space for kids if possible
• Parents of children – please keep an eye on your little ones. Their safety is priority
• It is polite to remove yourself from the ceremony or formalities if your child is upset or unsettled
• Make sure kids don’t damage any decorations or the venue (you might get a bill for loss or damage).

04/04/2024

Jayde & Adam - 23rd March 2024
It may have been a drizzly day but that didn’t stop us from celebrating these two amazing people as they professed their love.

Jayde and Adam are such a fun and vibrant couple, oozing love and happiness.

I hope you both had the most incredible day and didn’t let some light rain dampen the fun.

I wish you both every bit of happiness and fun adventures in the years to come.

Lots of love xoxo

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03/04/2024

Does the idea of saying personal vows at your wedding scare you?

There are other ways you can share what you love and appreciate about your partner, in a more private way...

• Not say them at all. They aren’t a legal requirement. You will still have to say the legal vows, but your celebrant will manage this in your ceremony.
• Write a letter or card to each other to read as you get ready
• First look or first touch
• Say your vows after you sign the paperwork
• Have a private moment after the ceremony to share your vows

30/03/2024

Wishing you all a safe and Happy Easter!

Much love, Kate xx

27/03/2024

Do you want to involve your guests in your wedding ceremony? Have you thought of these options:

• Flash mob reading / song / dance
• Readings / poems
• Lucky dip for witnesses or raffle tickets
• Ring bearer lucky dip
• Crowd vows
• Date night ideas from guests
• Ring warming

20/03/2024

Grace & Jacob - 16th March 2024

What a hoot these two are! I had such a fun afternoon celebrating with Grace & Jacob, their wonderful wedding party and fabulous guests.

It may have been a short & sweet ceremony but it still had all the emotions and laughs you want included as you say I do.

Wishing you both the best time together in the future. Don't stop laughing and enjoying the goods times!!

Much love xx

Thanks for the great photos Brenton Cox Photography

20/03/2024

If you are booking a dry hire venue or setting up a marquee for your wedding - you may need to hire the following:

• Power – generators – check power requirements for all suppliers & then add some buffer– power leads etc
• Lighting – for reception space / outside
• Bathroom facilities & spare toiletpaper
• Flooring or dancefloor
• Heating or cooling
• Tables / chairs / plates / cutlery / napkins / glassware / linen
• Coolroom
• Bins & rubbish bags
• Tools/ lighters, serving utensils / platters
• Bar / esky or buckets and ice
• Catering & drinks / staff
• Decorations
• Mic & PA for speeches
• Additional furniture (outside, lounge area etc)
• Kitchen facilities -chat to caterers about the venue so they know what they need to bring and quote
• Marquees - are able to peg into the ground or are weights needed?

Don't forget - when do you get access, when do you have to be out and venue cleared?

15/03/2024

Simone & Tremayne - 9th March 2024

After 15 wonderful years together, Simone & Tremayne decided it was finally time to officially tie the knot.

They had a lovely intimate ceremony under the shade of the beautiful trees.

Congratulations to you both and I wish you every bit of happiness in the years ahead with your handsome son.

13/03/2024

Tips to make your wedding day run smoothly. The biggest thing is to have fun and enjoy the day!!

• Steam/iron clothes night before
• Use clean, light white cloth to cover steamer for delicate materials
• Remove elastics from wrists, bras and don’t wear socks
• Wearing a necklace – eyelash glue will help keep in place
• Eat and keep hydrated
• Prep keepsake items so they are ready for photographer
• Rings with responsible person
• Dedicate someone to keep areas clean
• Having fresh flowers – get out 1 hour prior & have towel handy
• Know how to bustle your dress
• Create a wedding day kit
• Spare shirts if you get sweaty
• Music playlists – have fun and enjoy
• Trust your vendors

👰 LMH Couture
📸 Angus Mckern Photography
👩‍🦳💄 Haley Jean Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist

11/03/2024

Ways you can love and support your wedding vendors...

Don't forget we do a happy dance when you book us to be involved in your wedding day. We would love and appreciate your support throughout your wedding planning process.

08/03/2024

Annabelle & Nicolas - 2nd March 2024

In the bustling chaos at their local KFC, Annabelle & Nicolas collided like magnets of opposite poles. Their first encounter was a clash of wills, fired by misunderstandings and quick judgments.

Yet, amidst their initial friction, a curious spark flickered to life and now the rest is history.

These two cuties with their handsome son, surrounded by their nearest and dearest, said I Do on the same property where their promise of forever began.

📸 Emily Keogh Photography

06/03/2024

Picking cakes & desserts:🎂🍩🍪

What size cake do you need? Talk to cake maker, they know best!

Do you want to have cake for everyone? Maybe only allow to cover 80-90% of guests as not everyone wants cake

Alternative ideas:
• Cheese cake – giant wheels of your fave cheese
• Donuts / cupcakes / cookies / cream puffs / candy bar
• Build your own sundae stations / fruit or dessert platters
• Ice-cream or gelato
• Macarons / croquembouche / churros or cannoli
• Giant pavlova / mini cakes for each table

Note: you don’t have to cut your cake at the reception. Consider cutting your cake after the ceremony to share with guests
🎂 Kathryn's Cake Creations
💐 Bespoke Country Weddings

05/03/2024

Megan & Nathan - 1st March 2024

Who would have thought that Megan & Nathan would have found love at work... I know they didn't!!

Look at them now, officially married and very much in love with their beautiful family.

We weren't sure an outdoor ceremony was going to happen with the weather forecast and storms that covered the area on Thursday, but we hit the jackpot!!

Wishing you both a wonderful life filled with adventure, love, fun and of course your beautiful girls xx

📸 The Dreams Collective Wedding Studio
💐 Eternity Bloom Co. Florals
🍴 Kate Jones at 119
⛺ Stockman's Ridge
💇‍♀️ 💄 Elysian Hair and Makeup Studio
👰 Made with Love Bridal
🤵 POLITIX

29/02/2024

Faith & Brad - 24th Feb 2024

It was an absolutely stunning day out at Sooty's Spot celebrating Faith & Brad's wedding with their wonderful family and friends.

After meeting through their group of friends, their friendship slowly developed into such a bright spark that it was hard to deny the feelings that had grown.

Wishing you both the most incredible life together, filled with more adventures, fun, laughter and love!!

📸 Angus Mckern Photography
💄 Haley Jean Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist
💇‍♀️ Pose Hair Design
💐 Pick Me Flowers and Gifts Orange
🍴 Bull N Smoke BBQ
👰 The Wedding Shoppe & Decoration Hire - Dubbo
🤵 TAROCASH

28/02/2024

Here are some general wedding planning tips to help you along the way:

• Order wedding outfits earlier than you think
• Consider alterations if required
• Start working on seating chart as guests RSVP
• Allow buffer time for RSVPs – check when final guest count is due with vendors & schedule RSVPs 1-2 weeks prior
• Song selections & entertainment
• Transport – getting to ceremony, reception & getting home
• Guest transport – if booking buses, don't leave to the last minute
• Book in menu tastings / hair & makeup trials / tans/ nails / haircuts
• Order gifts with enough time to arrive
• Create a gift registry prior to sending invites
• Getting ready location & accommodation for night of your wedding
• Who is responsible for clean-up and pack down of the venue

24/02/2024

I had a lovely afternoon celebrating two wonderful people as they shared their love with their family & friends.

Sooty’s Spot at Browns Creek, between Millthorpe and Blayney is a stunning location for your outdoor wedding. It has a lovely converted shearing shed and plenty of space to put up a marquee.

21/02/2024

Wedding stationery & signage - what do you need?

Are you having printed invites or creating a website? Have you found a design you want to use so all your stationery and signage consistent?

If you are wanting to have printed invites, don't forget to factor postage costs into your budget!

Here are some of the main things you may need for your wedding:
• Save the dates
• Invitations and info cards or have a website
• Welcome sign
• Seating chart – sort in alphabetical order
• Place cards – consider merging with guest gifts
• Menu
• Bar sign
• Thank you cards
• Interactive options like crosswords, QR codes for photo apps or gallery
• Cards/gifts/ guest books
• Table signs
• Vows

17/02/2024

If you choose to have wedding speeches, here is the tradional list/order.
You may want to have speeches after the ceremony, split them up throughout the evening or not have them at all.
It is YOUR day... do it YOUR way!!

16/02/2024

Don't forget to have fun on your wedding day. All your planning and hard work finally comes to life!

I promise to experience all the emotions with you... even if that means bringing out the triple chins in support 😂

- thank you for capturing the fun at Aimee & James's wedding 😍

14/02/2024

Not sure how to develop your wedding day timeline? Here are some ideas on what to include/think about.
📷What time does the photographer finish? Work backwards from this to allow some time for some dance floor shots etc.
💄Hair/ Makeup, how long is needed for each person? – ask your MUA
🚗Travel time to ceremony.
💕Ceremony duration – legals only vs custom
📷Are you having a group photo post-ceremony?
👨‍👩‍👦How many family photos do you want to get after the ceremony?
🌇How long are you planning to go get wedding party/couple photos?
☀️What time is sunset?
🏘️Is the reception at another location from the ceremony? Travel time
⏰What time you are joining the reception?
🎵Do you have specific entrances? Wedding party, Couple etc
🍴Are you having canapes/happy hour or entrees/mains/desserts?
🧹Do you need to allow time for meals to be cleared?
🎤How many speeches are happening? Splitting throughout the evening?
🎂Are you cutting the cake?
👯Are you doing first dances?
🚪What time does your reception need to conclude?