Wedding speeches are like champagne—bubbly, heartfelt, and best when not overdone. But crafting the perfect one? That’s a cocktail of creativity, timing, a sprinkle of humour, and just the right amount of sentiment. Whether you’re the best friend, sibling, parent, or even a dog-sitter with a mic, here’s your ultimate…
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Why Breaking the Traditional Wedding Rules Might Be the Best Thing You Ever Do.
Why Breaking the Traditional Wedding Rules Might Be the Best Thing You Ever Do Weddings are a celebration of love, not a checklist. And while tradition has its place, more and more couples are realising that the most memorable and magical weddings are the ones where the rulebook gets tossed…
Meet my supplier Chums!!! Susie from Wivenhoe Flowers
In this Blog we welcome another of my supplier chums, Susie from Wivenhoe Flowers to answer my probing questions about who she is and what she does. I first meet Susie at a wedding fair and was struck by her beautiful floral arrangements that were all grown by her fair…
You Don’t Have to Be Buried in a Box – and Other Funeral Myths
When most people think of a funeral, they picture a casket, a cemetery, and a somber service in a crematorium chapel or church. But that’s only one version of a farewell. The truth is, funerals are as diverse as the people they honour. Whether shaped by cultural heritage, spiritual beliefs,…
Elopements: The Intimate, Intentional Way to Say “I Do”
Once whispered about as secretive and spontaneous, elopements have grown into a modern, meaningful way for couples to celebrate their love. No longer about running away in the dead of night, today’s elopements are beautifully crafted, deeply personal experiences that reflect a couple’s unique bond. So, what exactly is an…
Embracing Love Without Limits: A Guide to Non-Binary Weddings.
Weddings are evolving to become more inclusive, diverse, and deeply personal celebrations of love. Non-binary weddings, in particular, are challenging traditional expectations and creating new ways to honor a couple’s unique identity. From language choices to dress codes and the essential role of a celebrant, here’s how a non-binary wedding…
Meet my Supplier Chums!!! Chloe Lee Photo
If you have ever been to a wedding fair you will know that one of the most subscribed categories there are the photographers, we are so lucky to have a myriad of fabulous photographic artists in our area and a lot of them are brilliant individuals too. I met Chloe…
The Most Romantic Ceremony Ideas for a Celebrant-Led Wedding.
When it comes to saying “I do,” nothing is more special than a ceremony that truly reflects your love story. Unlike traditional weddings, a celebrant-led ceremony allows you to create a unique and deeply personal experience, incorporating any rituals, settings, and vows you desire. Whether you dream of exchanging vows…
Meet my Supplier Chums!!! Jade at Coop Funeral Care.
After my last blog which talked about personalising ceremonies, whether they are weddings or funerals, it is my pleasure this week to chat with Jade Pratt from Coop Funeral Care, St John’s Road in Colchester. The Coop has lots of different branches in various towns and cities but Jade’s team…
Meet my Supplier Chums!!! Chloe from The Copper Cacti
In this, my second interview with one of my supplier chums, I talk to Chloe Draper of The Copper Cacti. I first met Chloe at a wedding fair and loved her sense of fun, chilled out vibe and the displays she creates that are so not like the normal bouquet…
