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Friday, May 18, 2012

Remembering to Blog

Do you ever feel like there just isn't enough time in the day to Blog? That is how I have been feeling lately. I feel bad because I know I should, but it can be time consuming and I really want the articals, tips and tricks to be of interest to everyone. I have decided if I can ever figure out how to get my photos on my blog from my iPad, It may be easier for me to remember to blog. I will keep trying to figure this out....after all I am determined! Until next time, Happy Planning Everyone! Nora McCoy Wedding/Event Planner Wedding Officiant http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com http://www.facebook.com/partyplannersplus If you should choose to copy any of my blog feel free as long as you give credit and link back to my website at http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com

Friday, March 30, 2012

What the Pros want you to know, by Guest Blogger Pink CupCake Weddings

Guest Blogger Pink Cupcake Weddings

Hello lovely readers! Today I am starting a new feature called "What the Pros Want You to Know." Originally this was only going to be one blog post, but I got such a great response from my wedding vendor pals that I am going to make this one a series! Hopefully these tips from experienced wedding pros will help brides who are planning their celebrations be a little more prepared for the vendor hunt. Finding the right vendors for your big day is super important--they are the ones that make everything happen!

For our first installment, I wanted to share some info that came back from almost every vendor, no matter what their service. This one is easy: Pros want you to be honest! Be honest about what you want, be honest about your budget, be honest about your expectations, your worries, your concerns, your hopes, your vision, everything! No vendor can give you the best service if you do not fully disclose everything you want or need from him or her. Wedding vendors really want to give you everything you have ever dreamed of for your wedding, but we aren't mind readers. If you let us know exactly what you want, chances are we can make it happen (and if we can't, we'll politely tell you exactly why).

The second thing all vendors want you to know is that there is no extra special "wedding" charge. There is this myth that brides and grooms put the word "wedding" out there to vendors and automatically the charges double. So not the case! Wedding vendors charge what they do because that is the price it takes to give you the best possible service. From my experience, photographers seem to bear the brunt of this "all-wedding-vendors-are-overpriced" theory. On the surface, it makes sense: $3000 for an eight hour day!?!? However, the work does not stop after your wedding day. Photographers spend HOURS editing your pictures to get them ready for you. Plus, all wedding vendors have expenses like advertising, website maintenance, insurance, rent, and equipment--just like any other business. I promise, vendors are not trying to overcharge you just because it's your wedding day! Try to keep that in mind as you begin your vendor search.

I hope these tips are helpful and give you brides some insight into the minds of your wedding vendors! I will be back next week with some specific tips from wedding photographers!

Visit Pink Cupcake Weddings at: http://www.pinkcupcakeweddings.blogspot.com

Photo credit: bakeryfantacy.com

Nora McCoy Wedding/Event Planner Wedding Officiant http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com http://www.facebook.com/partyplannersplus If you should choose to copy any of my blog feel free as long as you give credit and link back to my website at http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com

Saturday, March 10, 2012

2012 Bride's Seminar was so much fun!

2012 Bride's Seminar

The Heritage Golf Club Hosted the 2012 Bride's Seminar

Every table there was done in a different design
Centerpieces by An Ocassional Florist

Specialty Cakes by Meri show cased Cupcakes this year

Hair by Alicia made sure all the Models looked good as
well as doing all the Brides hair there that day, she
is awesome!

Hair by Alicia keeps up on all the newest trends and Braids are in ladies

ShutterBooth was there and the brides and guest had
a blast with them.

The Wedding Plantation put on a Style Show and all the dresses were Beautiful

I think the models had such a great time, who doesn't like to get dressed up!

Artistic Captures by Selena

Columbus Harpist Miriam Brown

An Ocassional Florist

HowInviting, Ltd supplied all the table numbers and escort cards

Nora McCoy Wedding/Event Planner Wedding Officiant http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com http://www.facebook.com/partyplannersplus If you should choose to copy any of my blog feel free as long as you give credit and link back to my website at http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com

Monday, January 2, 2012

Tip of the Week!

Tip of the Day: If you just got engaged over the Holidays take your time and enjoy it for a little while. Depending on how soon you are getting married of course. Once all the excitement settles down....Set a Date, make sure you think of a few alternate dates as well allowing a little wiggle room for Venues that are already booked on your date. This will help cut down on disappointment.

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Nora McCoy Wedding/Event Planner Wedding Officiant http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com http://www.facebook.com/partyplannersplus If you should choose to copy any of my blog feel free as long as you give credit and link back to my website at http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com

Sunday, December 18, 2011

What A Year It Has Been For Weddings!

What a year it has been for weddings.....those are the words I seem to sputter out when I reflect back on 2011.
Party Planners Plus has had some great brides and grooms this year and really for the most part enjoyed helping in the planning of their events. I will miss them all again, as I do in years past, because of the friendships we build with our clients is priceless.

A Trend in the Wedding Business.........Brides are more humble, not all, but most that I have worked with were so thankful for any and everything they had at their wedding. Let's face it, the economy still isn't the greatest....most are still pulling money paycheck to paycheck to make sure the vendors get paid and that their vision of the perfect wedding that reflects their style is being carried out to the fullest....all of this while staying in budget....not so easy for them or for me.

Party Planners Plus has had a tremendous year full of tears, laughter and heartbreak in 2011 from brides and grooms along with some of their parents. They have all been wonderful and I just wanted to take this time in the Blog at Party Planners Plus to yell out a big Thank You to all of them.

May everyone have the Happiest of Holidays and a Very Happy New Year in 2012!

Nora McCoy Wedding/Event Planner Wedding Officiant http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com http://www.facebook.com/partyplannersplus If you should choose to copy any of my blog feel free as long as you give credit and link back to my website at http://www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com

Friday, September 30, 2011

Party Planners Plus made a Commercial Video on Wedding Wire!

Enjoy My Commercial!

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Party Planners Plus is now doing Candy Buffets

Brides spend so much time choosing a favor that all their guest will enjoy, but still when guest depart and clean up begins so many of the favors you spent so much money on are still sitting on the tables.

We have noticed that Candy Buffets at the end of the reception are empty and Guest are very happy taking home a bag or box full of Candy they picked out themselves. We at Party Planners Plus decided we are here to help brides stay in the all time dreaded budget, so why not help with a favor that saves them time, money and stress......now our Candy Buffet is born.

Contact us to set up your free consultation to join us to create something guest will enjoy during and after the party is over! http:www.partyplannersplus.vpweb.com