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What Happens After the Funeral? A Complete Guide to the Cremation Process

August 29, 2025August 5, 2025 ShelleyDeath, Funeral, Funeral Ceremony

When the funeral ends and family and friends say their final goodbyes, many people wonder what happens next — especially when cremation is the chosen method. Understanding the cremation process helps bring peace of mind and answers to common questions about what happens after the funeral, how a body is…

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Renewing Your Vows: A Beautiful Celebration of Love

August 15, 2025August 5, 2025 Shelleycelebrant skills, Wedding
A couple stand in a desert backdrop at sunset having just completed their vow renewal ceremony.

If you’re considering a vow renewal ceremony, you’re not alone. More and more couples are choosing to celebrate their lasting love by renewing their vows—whether after 5 years or 50. It’s a meaningful, romantic way to reaffirm your commitment and reflect on your journey together. In this post, we’ll explore:…

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Direct Cremation – What’s All The Fuss About? The Pro’s and Con’s explained…..

August 1, 2025July 30, 2025 ShelleyDeath, Funeral, Funeral Ceremony, grief
An empty chapel at Maldon fields crematorium, furnished in neutral colours and natural wood for a warm welcoming feeling.

What Is a Direct Cremation? A direct cremation is the most basic form of cremation. It happens without a funeral service beforehand, and without mourners present at the crematorium. The body is collected, cremated, and then the ashes are returned to the family, who can choose to commemorate their loved…

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How to Write the Most Fabulous Wedding Speech Ever!!

July 18, 2025July 15, 2025 Shelleycelebrant skills, Wedding, Wedding Ceremony
The Bride, groom and guests all raise a glass in celebration of their wedding and to toast thier future together.

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.

July 4, 2025June 30, 2025 Shelleycelebrant skills, Wedding, Wedding Ceremony
The bride in a boho style white dress and sunflower adorned summer hat, walks up the aisle with her groom dresses in a tweed suit after a fantastic ceremony performed by Shelley Bell Celebrant at Mannings Farm

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…

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Meet my supplier Chums!!! Susie from Wivenhoe Flowers

June 27, 2025June 30, 2025 ShelleyFuneral Ceremony, Supplier Love, Wedding

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…

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Elopements: The Intimate, Intentional Way to Say “I Do”

May 16, 2025June 30, 2025 Shelleycelebrant skills, Wedding, Wedding Ceremony

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…

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Meet my Supplier Chums!!! Chloe Lee Photo

April 11, 2025March 1, 2025 ShelleySupplier Love, Wedding, Wedding Ceremony

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…

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Meet my Supplier Chums!!! Anna from Vintage Glamour with Anna.

April 4, 2025March 1, 2025 ShelleySupplier Love, Wedding, Wedding Ceremony

If any of you has ever been to any wedding fair, brought a wedding magazine or seen styled shoots for social media or print publications you will be in no doubt that the wedding hair and make up industry is huge and legion. There are numerous suppliers that all have…

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Meet my Supplier Chums!!! Jade at Coop Funeral Care.

March 14, 2025February 10, 2025 Shelleycelebrant skills, Death, Family Visit, Funeral, Funeral Ceremony, grief, Supplier Love

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…

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  • What Happens After the Funeral? A Complete Guide to the Cremation Process
  • Renewing Your Vows: A Beautiful Celebration of Love
  • Direct Cremation – What’s All The Fuss About? The Pro’s and Con’s explained…..
  • How to Write the Most Fabulous Wedding Speech Ever!!
  • Why Breaking the Traditional Wedding Rules Might Be the Best Thing You Ever Do.

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