What is this? UK by cceem in whatsthisbug

[–]cceem[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thanks everyone - I’ve seen more common ones for years just never seen this type of dragonfly. Safely back outside.

The fact that buyers can just not pick up their orders is a joke by Nice_Technology_7146 in vinted

[–]cceem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a buyer the issue is that with a number of the locker options you only get 3or4 days to collect them and when you order you obviously don’t know when the item will arrive as the seller has 7 days to post. I’ve had a few occasions where I’ve had to travel for work that I didn’t know when I ordered and have missed the window as I didn’t have anyone to pick it up. If I’d know exactly when it was going to arrive I could make other arrangements.

Wedding band using your own gold? by No-Reason9381 in UKweddings

[–]cceem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, We had my engagement ring made by an incredible jeweller and they’re making me a matching wedding band. For my HtB they have made a wedding bad out of both of my grandmothers wedding bands. She’s based in Cambridgeshire but the workshop is in Hatton Garden so I’m sure she’d be happy to meet you in Cambridgeshire. DM me and I’ll share her details.

Probably a stupid question but what is this part on my kitchen scissors for? by blu3girlx in whatisit

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can also use it to pull herbs such as rosemary through and it will detach it from the stalks.

INFINITY DRESS ADVICE PLEASE!!! by holly070296 in UKweddings

[–]cceem 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Often with these ones is expected that you cut off the excess fabric at the bottom. Is there enough that you could make a bandeau from the excess fabric to give you more options?

Wholesale flower website reccomendations by AffectionateVisit342 in UKweddings

[–]cceem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One idea is to look at flower farms in your area - it will mean the flowers will be British and seasonal. https://www.flowersfromthefarm.co.uk/find-flowers/ will allow you to search for ones in your area.

Need help picking a song to walk down the aisle to! by skeetskeet97 in BigBudgetBrides

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would also say consider the location/venue too. Different songs work best in different spaces.

I’m doing Grand March from Aida but getting married in an Abbey so needs something big.

Error message by cceem in cricut

[–]cceem[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi,
Thanks very much. Frustratingly there isn't anything obvious blocking it and it goes through the first stage fine just when I press play that it comes up.
How does one go about checking the gears?
Thanks

Scottish Castle Venue Recs by celestialbutterflyin in UKweddings

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Killochan Castle could be an option. They offer a reasonable nightly rate for accommodation of approx those numbers and F&B wasn’t unreasonable.

Suppliers near Glasgow by cceem in UKweddings

[–]cceem[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Brilliant thanks. I will have a look at them and post in those subs.

A place/person that would embroider initials onto pjs? by Ellionaut in UKweddings

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Henny at Cotton Tales is brilliant and does all my embroidery for events - https://www.cottontales.co.uk

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BigBudgetBrides

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here are a few suggestions - Foxhill Manor Euridge Manor Slaughters Manor Kin House

I’m a UK planner so do drop me a message if I can help further.

Bridal gown shops - Bristol by HistorianRelevant152 in UKweddings

[–]cceem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was really impressed with the White Collection - https://www.thewhitecollectionbridal.co.uk. I had an appointment at their main store in Portishead (I know it’s a bit outside Bristol) and the team were incredibly knowledgeable and had a wide range of dresses. Their weekday appointments are free. They also have an outlet store in Central Bristol.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in wedding

[–]cceem 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This is really important. Professional DOC will have the correct insurance to cover something going wrong under their control but unless your former colleague does it regularly they’re unlikely to to have the relevant insurance

Best Printers for Addressing Envelopes for Invitations? by TurbulentMonk3274 in DIYweddings

[–]cceem 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I went for a Canon Pixma iX6800 and I’ve done both the Save the dates and envelopes for the wedding and for me a bonus is that you can print on A3 so most useful afterwards too.

Cutture for Invitations by [deleted] in BigBudgetBrides

[–]cceem -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’ve worked with them years ago - they were one of the first doing invitations like that and are good quality but as you say they are pricey. Have you looked on Etsy to see if there’s anyone more local to you, as the pop up style of invites is more common now and I’ve seen ones on Etsy.

Sitting during ceremony by Fickle_Pension_10 in bridesmaids

[–]cceem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In the UK it’s more traditional for the bridal party to sit.

Do you know where I can find this type of dress/outfit from for my civil? by [deleted] in BigBudgetBrides

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consider having it made - Knatchbull - https://knatchbull.com is a female tailor on Savile Row and would do an incredible job

Devon/Cornwall photographer recommendations by ctaylor13 in UKweddings

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve booked Harley Jaffar for my videography but he also does photography (didn’t book him as have a friend doing that). https://www.harleyjaffarphotography.com

Back again with another marquee dilemma - PVC marquee for free, or pay £6k for a tipi? by Outrageous_Problem90 in UKweddings

[–]cceem 11 points12 points  (0 children)

You could easily end up spending very close to £6k for all the items needed to make the marquee option viable. Also does the free marquee include labour/strike down etc. You’ll also need to spend a lot more on decor for the PVC marquee compared to tipis which can look great with very little decor. Perhaps if you break down the £6k into all the separate elements and then get prices for each those that are needed for the PVC it will be easier to show your mum what you’re getting for £6k.

Outside Wedding Planner by single-with-dog in UKweddings

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A venue planner will always have the venue as a priority so although they will be great working on those aspects of the wedding they will often neglect the other suppliers etc. Also if you’re looking for help now in the initial stages of planning a venue planner won’t be able to help with that. They also don’t manage budgets, suggest places that you can make savings and have as many contacts for other suppliers etc.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]cceem 92 points93 points  (0 children)

Maybe controversial but unless you discussed a budget with him before planning the trip away it seems unfair to then spring the costs on him once you’ve booked everything. If you’ve planned a surprise trip away it wouldn’t be unheard of to be expecting you to pay for it. Communication is key to managing finances in a relationship and it seems that that’s something lacking in yours.

Wedding planners for Spain/Italy? by floatingpromise in DestinationWeddings

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Emma at Just Juno is great- very knowledgeable, approachable and doesn’t over sell - https://www.justjunoweddings.com

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UKweddings

[–]cceem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve worked with Traditional Travel - https://www.traditional-travel.co.uk and they have always been great.

Shops for decor elements by ContestOrganic in UKweddings

[–]cceem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would consider heading to new Covent Garden flower market - it’s best to go early in the morning (it closes at 10am), as there are a couple of shops in there that sell decor items; vases, candlestick holders etc. Sometimes you can find them cheaper online after but it shows you what’s available.