MAY 2012 EDITION

 

FRUGAL BRIDE ADVERTISING SALE - 5 Days Left

Purchase any ad package from now until the end of May and get 40% more ad time for free!

 

12 month packages get an additional 20 weeks

6 month packages get an additional 10 weeks

3 month packages get an additional 6 weeks

1 month packages get an additional 2 weeks

 

This sale is good for all new and current advertisers … READ MORE

 

Vendor of the Day

Ethereal Weddings- Serving the GTA

Our services include: Ceremony & Reception Sourcing; Bridal Party Attire; Florists; Decor; Rentals (Vases, Mirrors, Decorative Votive Holders); Transportation; Hair & Makeup Artist; Rehearsal Dinner; Officiant (if necessary); Photographer/Videographer; DJ & Special Effect Lighting; Wedding Favours; Bridal Shower & Stag Party; Sourcing Accommodation for Out-of-Town Guests

 

Website  ~ Blog ~ Facebook

 

Final Details Checklist

Not everything in the list below will apply to every couple. Look over the different categories, copy and paste all the details that apply to your wedding and try to check off a couple of items every week. Start 2-3 months before your wedding… READ MORE

 

Wedding Day Itinerary

This is a worksheet of wedding day events from which you can make your wedding day itinerary. Fill in the times that you are sure of. Don’t worry about the order of events right now. Once you know all the times, you can make your itinerary on a spreadsheet or table, in the proper order…READ MORE

 

 Boutonniere Basics

Do it yourself boutonnieres.

 

How to make your own boutonniere video… READ MORE

 

Vendor Directory

Visit our vendor directory for products and services for weddings across Canada.… READ MORE

 

Feeding Your Vendors

As far as your vendors go the first thing to do is check the contract. If they require a meal it will usually specify that in the contract. If it is not specified in the contract it will sometimes be in your best interest to feed them anyway…. READ MORE

 

Bride’s Speech Samples

Public speaking can be very nerve wracking for a lot of people. As the bride you are required to say a few words but don’t feel like to you have to be up at the mic for 30 minutes. 3 to 5 minutes is enough time to fit everything in….. READ MORE

 

Babbling Brides Board

Our forum is shared by Brides and Vendors. A friendly, respectful and supportive community enjoyed by all that visit.

 

What’s your “Something Old, Something…

What has/is everyone doing for their “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue”? Whether you decided/have decided to follow this tradition or not, why or why not? … READ MORE

 

Frugal Bride Photo Gallery

Bridal Hair Down, Bridal Up-Dos

Ceremony Decor, Bouquets, Boutonnieres

Head Tables, Centrepieces, Reception Details, Wedding Cakes

Bridesmaids Dresses, Ceremony Fashion for Mom, Reception Fashion for Mom

 

How to Choose a Hairstyle  

There are so many Bridal hairstyles to consider coupled with well intended advice from friends and family that is can be confusing. Just take a breath and remember on this day your bridal look should have your unique beauty stamp – a reflection of your taste and personality. Feel comfortable and confident knowing this is the best you have ever looked.… READ MORE

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