TJ Thomson Celebrant

05/11/2024

☆ TOP TIPS FOR CHOOSING YOUR WEDDING CELEBRANT ☆

I have noticed a lot of new faces here recently so thought I’d pop this up to help anyone just getting started. Please just message me if you have any questions 😊

☆ Sit down together as a couple and make a checklist of the qualities and skills you are looking for from your celebrant….for example do you want a serious, sentimental, celebrant who can recite Rabbie Burns word for word….or a celebrant who specialises in lighthearted and humour.!? Whilst us Celebrants are a versatile and creative bunch we do tend to have a natural style that we are better at (and we enjoy!) so it is important you know what vibe you are after to help narrow down your search!

☆ Ask your others suppliers and venue for their recommendations…it’s a starting point. Then start to take a good look around their socials (I find Insta the better platform for this) you really can’t hide who you are on there and you can check out their reviews at the same time.

☆ Shortlist 3 and book in for an online blether with them. Sounds basic but make a note of any questions you might have and ask them their process…we do vary on this across the organisations, so it is good to know standards and expectations as well as get a feel for how someone works. Key questions: How many ceremonies do they do a day? Do they have a back up system if they are ill on the actual day etc.

☆ Don’t be pressured by the hard sell….but equally do not hang around if you get that gut feeling about someone…book them! as the vast majority of celebrants will not hold your date without a deposit or completed booking

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02/11/2024

Huge congratulations to Lee and his fabulous team at the Laurel Bank. Well deserved!

FYI…They also do a fantastic wedding package! 🙌

Winner Winner Four in a Bed Winner

A massive thank you to everyone for their support and kind messages this week. We had an absolute ball on Channel 4's Four in a Bed Programme and were over the moon to win the overall prize.

And if you fancy trying the amazing breakfast that everyone on the programme loved, why not pop in - we would love to see you

20/10/2024

Holiday Mode Activated 😎

I’ll be back at my desk on 4th Nov. All enquiries will be answered on my return.

TJ x

01/10/2024

I’m sharing this because like so many others I’ve been alarmed and saddened by the amount of young men going missing due to Mental ill health concerns in the area lately.

Fife like many areas are in crisis on the MH front. Services and support are at an all time low and if I’m very honest even with 20 years in the field under my belt…I don’t know what the answer is and I fear for our young men out there who are struggling.

If you are reading this please know there are so many people out there that care about you and your wellbeing. This world is a better place with you in it. You are not alone. Please talk to someone.

Here’s Jai's story...

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27/09/2024

Look…No words (for once!) 🤣

Honestly one of my favourite moments is when I get a wee sneaky peak before the ceremony…gets me everytime ♥️

Chloe was an absolute vision 🍁
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18/09/2024

🍁 Mr & Mrs Lamb
EST 14.09.24// Megginch Castle

Chloe & Jamie knew exactly what they wanted for their day and ceremony and I was honoured to be asked to start the shenanigans for them!

Their brief was clear:

🍁 No rituals
🍁 No readings
🍁 No fluff!

Just all about them and their story so far.

The castle really was an eye popping array of all things autumnal and they looked nothing short of spectacular…I was utterly blown away (and a wee bit emotional) when I saw Chloe.

Their ceremony was fun and heartfelt in all the right places and I used up all my hankies (mostly on Jamie 🤣) and left them on the lawn sipping fizz as I skipped back to my car with my wee celebrant heart filled to the brim with happiness.

Thanks again for choosing me you fabulous pair 🧡

Pictures by the talented

13/09/2024

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend 🪄

Huge thanks to the beautiful Sofia helping me sprinkle luck on her Mummy & Daddy’s wedding rings before they were exchanged. She really was an absolute delight and I just love that a magical moment like this will be looked back on for years to come so she can see what a special part of the ceremony she was 💕

Thanks so much for allowing me to share this Chloe xx

03/09/2024

September…I am refreshed and ready for all the antics that lie ahead! 🍁

It’s a very BUSY month on the wedding front which is taking me all across Scotland…and I can not wait!

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27/08/2024

44 is the new 22…you heard it here first!!

I am taking the next week off to celebrate another year on the planet and to catch up with friends & family, some sleep, binge watch Netflix and drink some nice Gin!

All inboxes are now closed until the 2/9 where I will be back to finish off the season in style! 💃🏼

All enquiries will be answered on my return.

TJ x

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22/08/2024

Oft it was an emotional one! It was just one of those weddings where both Sheryl & Stuart felt that they had got the better end of the deal…

And we’re just so happy to finally be getting married and to be Mr & Mrs Jackson ♥️

Loved my time with you both and thanks for choosing me to tell your story and be part of your wonderful day ⭐️

Just look at Victoria Photography capturing that golden hour! Absolutely stunning 🌅

21/08/2024

Cheerleader Required!?

I’m your gal…🤣

Ok full transparency I have no idea what is going on here…but…I’m guessing I started it…and I know Lauren and I didn’t stop laughing for the next five minutes!

I will always aim to be at the venue 1 hour before your ceremony (if couples are onsite) this is because:

Well…I am a nosey b*tch and I get so excited to meet everyone and look at all the beautiful outfits and shoes! 🤣 (true story) but honestly…

☆ I want to check in with both and make sure you are ok and answer any final questions you might have ♥️

☆ Organise the legal side of things (the paperwork!) and gauge how we are doing timing wise. This allows me to seat guests accordingly and not having them sitting too long.

☆ Chat with your suppliers to make sure we are on the same page with regards to the structure of the ceremony and…who is doing what.

However saying all of that I also know some couples can feel highly pressured at this time too…and less people around the better…in short I’ll read the room and be around if you need anything ♥️

19/08/2024

It all started with a hairdo!

The day Dharma got her dip dyed Jay told me that was it…he had an instant crush (and no small one at that!)

Then he got himself “a big ass quiff and big ass pair of glasses” and before he knew it the lassie of his dreams was sliding into those DM’s!

Childhood sweethearts, soulmates and the absolute best of friends ♥️

Congratulations again Mr & Mrs Wilson…if there was ever a definition of perfect for each other…it’s you pair x
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19/08/2024

This month so far I have…

☆ Sewn a very grateful mother of the groom back into her dress (faulty zip!) honestly I must have done this 6 times in my career as a celebrant so far.

☆ Had my head up a brides dress to fix her knickers! (Fear not I do hold a full enhanced disclosure)

☆ Came to the rescue with T*t Tape (I always have this in my emergency kit along with n*pple covers)

☆ Put an extra hole in bridesmaid’s shoes so they fit properly and given out numerous amounts of plasters.

☆ Glued a hat back together

☆ And yesterday I took a wee Bee out a brides dress (just for future reference if it’s a wasp in there you will need to find another superhero! Last year I got stung on the butt cheek mid ceremony and I am still traumatised!)

And well….I’ve lost count of how many men I have had to redress, fix their hair or taken the chewing gum out their mouths! 🤣


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15/08/2024

Calum told me his first thought when he met Lucy was…this lassie is clearly punching! 🤣

(They were very young so I let him off!)

Oh but how quickly those tides turned when only a few weeks later he was securing that boyfriend title which then led them onto a journey to their forever!

I was warned by Lucy that their ceremony would be chaos in places with so many wee people…but I have to say the older ones were just as bad! 🤣 Their story was filled with tales of snap chat, cinema dates and well 2 kids and a frenchie later what a beautiful family they make ♥️

Congratulations again Mr & Mrs McCabe…what a pair of absolute fabulous nutters you are x
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12/08/2024

This pair met in the Jail…

Where they were both working at the time 🤣 and I think it would be fair to say a firm friendship and magical bond secured their journey to falling in love.

Their ceremony was a mixture of fun, love and sprinkled with romance….and I swear I have never seen two people look so lovingly at each the whole way through!

Thanks again for choosing me Pamela and Trudy, I have had honestly had the best time getting to know you both 🖤

Pictures taken by the very talented

11/08/2024

When you are having far too much fun with your couple that you actually forget to sign the marriage schedule…

And then have to travel into Edinburgh a few days later to sign it at the office!

First and last time I’ll make that mistake 🤣

Xenia and David where such a hoot from start to finish I cannot wait to share the rest of their pictures from their amazing day ♥️

07/08/2024

2026 ~ Diary Update

2024 ~ Fully Booked
2025 ~ Fully Booked
2026 ~ No (zero!) weekend availability
2027 ~ Diary not open yet!

Huge thanks to everyone for keeping me so busy. So (so!) grateful ♥️

23/07/2024

Remember the Guys need fans too! 🤣

Finally the forecast seems to looking up and this is just a wee reminder that if you are providing fans for guests (especially outdoor ones!) order a few extra as I promise the guys will need/use them…especially if in full kilts or suits!

This is me fanning Ryan’s back pre ceremony as the poor lad was actually melting…never a dull moment 🤣