Flawlessly Planned Weddings

13/08/2024

Practice makes perfect. There is so much value in holding a run through of your wedding ceremony.
Make sure to invite the entire wedding party, including flower girls and ring bearers, the parents of the bride & groom and anyone else who might be involved.
Some couples invite the significant others of their groomsmen and bridesmaids.
I'd suggest allowing 30 minutes for the run through, depending on how much still needs to be sorted.

25/06/2024

Wedding Packages
Partial Wedding Coordination- prices starting at $1900
Day-of Coordination- $1,100

I also offer consultations for those couples needing advice somewhere in their planning process. This can be a one time meeting or as many as need be.

💌Message me with any questions or if you need more details

26/03/2024

Day in the life of a wedding planner 🌻
The 1st half of the day is mostly organizing & setting up. This easily takes me about 4 hours (See previous posts for a breakdown on those tasks.)

The 2nd half of the day is all about timing & communication. I am the go-between with every vendor, the couple, the wedding party, the parents of the couple, the emcee & more.

Here is an overview of some tasks 📝:
- touch base with all the vendors & wedding party to make sure they are ready to start the ceremony.⌚️
- get all the guests seated
- make sure the rows up front are full & certain family members are where they need to be
- keep track of the wedding party. (Often, someone has to p*e or needs another drink, and they tend to wander off)
- signal DJ & officiant that things are ready to go 🎤
- direct wedding party down the aisle

Once the ceremony starts, I head back to the venue to:
- finish setting up
- turn on any lights/candles 🕯
- put out any last minute items (i.e., wedding cake)
- check in with caterer
- make sure the bar is ready to go 🍸
- set up cocktail food

When the ceremony is done, most couples have photos taken. Once they are done there, I check in to see if they need a drink or some food. At this point, I am checking in with the DJ, the emcee, and any other vendors to make sure everything is good to go for the wedding party entrance & dinner to begin. I am the one to ensure everything is lined up.

Stay tuned for the last quarter of my day

08/01/2024

📣Attention 2024 couples: my plate is full for the next year!
Other than those I've made commitments to, I won't be taking on any new clients.

I'm so grateful to all my friends, family, and previous clients are always referring me 🥰

22/10/2023

For any brides on the hunt for their wedding dress!! 👰

Two years! We are so grateful to our clients and friends who have allowed us to have this beautiful experience for the last two years, and we hope to continue for many years to come 🩷

And we are celebrating by having a sale! Message us on Facebook or Instagram to book an appointment! Or by email at [email protected] 😊

19/09/2023

Flowers from floor to ceiling 🌸🥀
Beautiful wisteria hung from the ceiling and large floral arrangements along the head table! 😍
Make the most of your flowers like these arrangements that were used at the ceremony then moved here to be a beautiful display front & centre for the reception.

18/09/2023

One of the first tasks when planning a wedding is to hire your vendors. Before you sign any contracts and putting any deposits down, make sure you meet with a few different vendors from each field (ie photographers, DJ's, florists, etc) and compare to find the best fit for you!

03/09/2023

Simply a dream 💖

02/09/2023

Driving into todays enchanting wedding super pumped!!
Going to an absolutely over the top gorgeous wedding 😍

25/08/2023

Wedding Packages
Full Coordination- prices starting at $3,400
Partial Wedding Coordination- prices starting at $1900
Day-of Coordination- $1,100
Micro Wedding Coordination- $900
I also offer consultations for those couples needing advice somewhere in their planning process. This can be a one time meeting or as many as need be.

*Message me with any questions or if you need more details on any of my packages*

09/08/2023

Once you get married, your officant will register the marriage and send your completed and signed marriage licence to Service Ontario. Service Ontario asks that you wait about 6-8 weeks before ordering your marriage certificate.
I suggest ordering 2 copies of you marriage certificate as you should likely carry a copy around on you for a few months afterwards as you change your last name wherever is needed. The copy you carry around will not likely stay in the best condition so if you order 2, you have a nice version to frame or keep in a safe place.

In Ontario, there are two options for changing your name after marriage. You can assume your spouse’s last name (or they can assume yours) or you can complete the legal name change process. Most people just assume a new last name since legally changing it would mean changing your birth certificate. When you just assume a new last name, you are able to change back to your maiden name at any time (after filing correct paperwork of course).
If you choose to legally change your last name, this process involves a lengthy application form, criminal record check, providing proof of residing in Ontario for the previous 12 months, sending in your birth certificate and a fee.

21/11/2022

When people see my Day Of Coordination Package, they assume they will just see me on their wedding day. 💒
WRONG ❌
It is more or a Month Of Coordination because I need about a month (or more) to prepare for your wedding.
After the initial consultation, a contract gets signed & the 1st payment is made.
Then I start putting together my binder & folders with all the information I will need to gather from you. About 6 weeks before your wedding I schedule a meeting with the couple to start painting the picture of how your wedding day will look, who is involved & to make sure things are on track.
Then about 2-4 weeks out we have another meeting where I start making my Task List for the wedding day. At this point I will get your music list, your decor list, your floor plan, your guest list, and any other details I might need to make sure everything goes smoothly & according to plan.

I am present at your rehearsal to assist if need be, as well as to also go over any last minute details or questions. The days leading up to your wedding is when my Task List typically doubles in size as the couple thinks of last minute things that need to be done.
I like to get to know the couple I am working with and to be sure I am covering every basis that might not have even been thought about. 🙃

I spend the most time planning & preparing for a wedding day & then I typically work about 10-12 hours on a wedding day. ⌚️

17/11/2022

Most often, this is what a wedding venue looks like when I arrive on the wedding day.
A lot of my couples need help with the set up. That may be setting up the dinner tables, the dessert table, the gift table, putting out favour's, the seating chart, etc. 📝
I am not a decorator but I am able to put out any items that you bring to the venue.
This task can often take a couple hours and I do it while making sure the wedding day timeline is adhered to, all vendors arrive on time & everything is as it should be. ✔️

Reach out if you are in need of someone to help on your wedding day. 📲

10/09/2022

Happy wedding day Janessa & Matt! 👰🤵
Today will be absolutely beautiful & perfect after all the thought & effort the couple has put into every single thing! 👌💍

06/09/2022

Go check out this venue! 💒

We are excited to open our doors to the public. Come and join us on Thursday October 13 2022 for a night of entertainment.

We'll have a DJ, Vendors, Hors D'oeuvres, swag bags, Artists, 360 photo booth, Dinner giveaways and Promos on holds/bookings. Come check out our 247 acres property and venue hall.

**You must register to be entered in the giveaways** (This is a free event)

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-doors-at-ferguson-estates-tickets-413183993447

Interested vendors partnership related to the wedding and event venue industry, please email us at [email protected]
**Pictures will be taken during this event**

28/08/2022

Yesterday's couple, their families & wedding party were all so welcoming & amazing to work with! Ed & Jess were probably the easiest going couple I've ever worked with & I'm so grateful to have played a small part in this wedding 😊💒

27/08/2022

Today's wedding has been in the making for over 3 years now! A few sp*ed bumps along the way, but it'll be an amazing day none the less! 👰🤵

27/04/2022

Day in the life of a wedding planner on a wedding day (2nd quarter of my day)💍🔔
11. Check in with venue, bridal party & other vendors ✔
12. Check that bar is stocked & make sure bathrooms are clean ✔
13. Take quick bathroom break ✔
14. Snack break (if time alots) ✔
15. Gather items for reception ✔
16. Set gift table, guest book table, cake table, food tables & signing table for ceremony ✔
17. Set table centerpieces, plate settings, table numbers, red wine & thank you gifts on guest tables ✔
18. Set head table ✔
19. Re-arrange ceremony chairs ✔
20. Set up any decor, signage, seating chart, lights, etc ✔

17/04/2022

Happy Easter 🐇
I'll definitely be enjoying some chocolate! 🍫