Seating chart software
Attention all brides-to-be!
If you are planning to assign tables numbers at your reception, I highly recommend using Perfert Table Plan.
I was planning to just use an Excel spread sheet or some other non-technical way to organize the reception seating, but this program does all the work for you. You simply enter in every guest (including spaces for dates of guests) and then you can “click and drag” the name to a table. You can also upload your invitation list as a .csv file to save time. Easy as that!
Let me know if you have any questions before purchasing this program!
Filed under catering, flowers, invitations, reception halls | Comment (1)Logistics
Yes, that is this week’s agenda. Figuring out who needs to be where and when.
When and where should the flowers be delivered?
What time should the cake arrive?
When can I drop off reception centerpieces, placecards, etc.
Where and when should the bridal party meet?
Can we get an early check in at the hotel?
Where can I find a trumpeter at last minute?
When and where do we want photos (esp if it is windy/snowy)?
Most importantly…when will we find time to pack and finalize last minute details and still find time to eat some turkey and pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving!?
I’m also cutting in my holiday shopping schedule.
What was I thinking!? 
Oh yeah…Getting married on our 10 year anniversary. That’s why! I guess that helps bring some perspective to all this. Yay us. Cheers!
Filed under cakes, catering, church, decorations, family, flowers, hotel, music, reception halls | Comments (3)Something Old
This past Tuesday, Alex and I received a very special gift from Alex’s grandparents. It was a delicate, white lace handkerchief with a hand written note that said:
For all the future Backscheider brides to borrow for Something Old. This handkerchief belonged to Grandma Catherine (Lipps) Backscheider who carried it on her wedding day, which was June 20, 1931.
The handkerchief was still in its original box! I don’t believe we have many family heirlooms from the Prenger / Rodeheffer side of the family, so this gift is extremely sentimental for us.
I look forward to seeing Alex’s younger sisters and cousins carry on this tradition …as Something Old “must be something which has belonged to a happily married woman. The wearing of such an item insures a lucky transfer of happiness to the new bride and signifies a series of continuity, tradition and represents the link to the brides old life and her family”.
Thanks Grandma and Grandpa Backscheider.
Filed under catering, engagement hype, flowers | Comment (1)101 days…and 197 things still to do
…that means an average two decisions a day!
The good thing is at least 103 decisions or tasks have already been completed and checked off the list of 300.
WOO-HOO!
Next on the list:
* Share invitation proof with family
* Work on reception slide show (team effort between the 2 of us)
* Confirm bridesmaids hair & make up appointments
* Book honeymoon (I received my passport already!)
* Purchase wedding bands (we have to get creative with my ring)
* Finalize time line for the day (photos, logistics & travel)
* Schedule final dress fittings…I think this is about when every bride vows to lose 15 pounds. Knowing my luck, I’ll gain four.
Things are certainly picking up!
Filed under catering, engagement hype, honeymoon, photographers, reception halls | Comments (2)Strawberry Tuxedo
So, you know how I was asking for black, white and red decoration ideas? Well, my friend Jen shared a very cute idea with me…strawberry tuxedos! How adorable!
Stationary inspiration
Love these!
Red accent ideas
Our wedding colors are mostly black and white (bridesmaid dresses are black) but I’m trying to incorporate some fun accents of red. Here are some ideas that I really like. If you see something else that I might like, feel free to send it my way!
McHale’s Catering - Can’t say enough good things about them
McHale’s Catering was a sponsorship partner of mine when I was employed by Local 12 WKRC-TV. I developed a working relationship with them and have kept in touch over the years. The other day I received a personal phone call from Chuck McHale (owner) congratulating me on on my engagement and spent over a 1/2 hour talking through all my catering options for four different halls. He truly provided me with me individual attention and talked through ways to help cut catering costs (schedule during off season and/or book at a new hall dependent on new bookings). I truly hope his company can cater my wedding as I truly trust and respect them and their results show as their company (and locations) continue to expand in the Northern Kentucky area. Congrats McHales!
Their locations include:
Drees Pavilion (My personal favorite)
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