Wednesday's Wedding Faves - Cakes By Shelly

It is that time of week and today I have a great supplier to share with you today!

I hand over to Cakes by Shelly


When did you launch your business?


Cakes by Shelly was formed in April 2006.


What inspired you to start your business?

As a child I vividly remember watching my mother make birthday cakes for both myself and my sister and watching my late grandmother create the most stunning wedding cakes. When I had my 2 daughters it was up to me to carry on the family tradition and make their birthday cakes. I put everything I had learnt from my mother and grandmother into practise and a natural talent for cake decorating came through. I then had a lot of interest from friends and family asking me to make cakes for them and with that something that started off as somewhat of a hobby has grown into a very thriving business.


What do you enjoy most about your job?

I love making people happy, the smile on a child’s face when they come and collect their birthday cake and the emails from brides saying how happy they were with their wedding cake. I am privileged that I am allowed to play a role in some of the most important events in peoples lives.

What are your plans for the future?

To continue enjoying what I do. I love my job and this is reflected in the standard of my work.


Can you give us a ‘Typical day in the life of….’?

I am very fortunate to be able to work from home and for me this is absolutely perfect. On a typical day I get up and reply to any emails from the previous day, make sure I know what I’m doing in the way of orders for the week and then just get on with baking and decorating.

Cakes by Shelly are offering 15% off all wedding cakes booked before 31/12/11

You can follow Cakes by Shelly on Twitter at @Cakes_by_shelly

Don't forget to check out the other great offers on Big Day Discounts

make sure you check back tomorrow for a bit of festive cheer!!

Wednesday Wedding Faves - Hellofoto Booths

I love Wednesday and being able to share with you some great suppliers and they their products and services. Today is no different, if you are looking for something a bit different and fun for your reception then look no further than HelloFoto Booths. I love this idea, you guests can pose with props in the booth as this is in the evening your guest will be nice and relaxed (a few drinks may have helped this :-) ) you will have some great pics to look back on and remember your day!

Here is a bit more about Hellofoto Booths!

When did you launch your business?

Launched 14th April 2011

What inspired you to start your business?

While working and travelling in Australia for 12 months I worked for a company offering a similar business to mine. I saw how successful it was and how so many people loved the photo booth. At the many of the parties/events including weddings the photo booth was the highlight.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy the fact that I can go to so many parties and events. So I am basically always working at a party. I meet so many interesting people that just love to have fun. It always amuses me the way people can be so creative when taking photos in the booth.

What has been the best moment of your business?

Booking a wedding party at the Drayton Manor park……. How fun!!

What are your plans for the future?

To have an established brand that is recognised nationwide.

Include live video recording in my photo booths

Can you give us a “Typical day in the life of……”?

Going through the photos of the party from the night before and having a good giggle. Creating the highlights video for the client. Twittering and facebook in abundance :)…. Taking bookings for the booth and making bookings at wedding fairs…. And looking forward to the weekend when most my events are!!

 

 

 

Hellofoto Booths have a great offer for Big Day Discounts readers

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Terri

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Saturday Savings

Good afternoon,

I have not done a Saturday savings post for a few weeks but it is back now just in time for Christmas!!

Today I have a pick of some of the sales that are on at the min, so sit back and do your Christmas shopping from the comfort of your own home.

Debenhams Christmas Spectacular - Up to 40% off products through out the store and 10% off ALL Beauty and Fragrances PLUS free delivery and returns

In Marks and Spencer you can grab the kids some great gifts with their 50% off Toys & books
mix & match on gifts, wrapping, cards and more (3 for 2)

Boots also have 3 for 2 on thousands of gifts
Boots offer a deal of the week this weeks deal is the Ultimate Sanctuary pamper case reduced from £40 to just £19.00 Now that is a bargain.

Now this great offer ends on Sunday - Up to 30% off everything online with Dorothy Perkins

BHS have up to 40% off selected items but not only these they have some great other offers on to. Great to pick up those little presents for friends and family! I always love going into BHS at Christmas, I love their Christmas bits and bobs!

If you know of any other great offers that are on then please do share in the comments box below.

Don't forget to check out the great discounts on Big Day Discounts

Terri
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Wednesday's Wedding Faves - Nancy's Gem's

Good afternoon.

First off let me apologise for the lack of posts the last couple of weeks, I am now back and normal service will resume!!

Today on Wednesday's Wedding faves I have a great jewellery company for you, Nancy's Gems.

Nancy's Gem's have some great jewellery ideas for your wedding day but not just for the bride but also the groom. When they told me about the new designs they had \I loved them!

Fine silver jewellery
You can have your fingerprint engraved onto a special pair of cufflinks or you can have your grooms fingerprint on a bracelet or necklace for you. Or you can have some special words engraved.
They will also turn leaves from your wedding flowers into silver.

Here are some great examples of their work

As well as some great designs Nancy's Gem's are also offering some great discounts

Offer 1

Engraved Wedding Party Cufflinks for the males in your wedding party;

Pendant for the Bride to Be, including a coloured gem of your choice;
Two Bridesmaid's Pendants;
Give us a leaf from your bouquet and we will turn it into a silver pendant or charm to keep forever OR
Bring us a shell back from your honeymoon and we'll turn it into a silver pendant.

Offer Price: £350.00, a total saving of £130.00!

Offer 2

A fingerprint from the Bride to Be made into silver cufflinks for the Groom to wear on their big day;

A fingerprint from the Groom to Be made into a silver pendant or charm bracelet for the Bride to wear on their big day;
Give us a leaf from your bouquet and we will turn it into a silver pendant or charm to keep forever OR
Bring us a shell back from your honeymoon and we'll turn it into a silver pendant.

Offer Price: £100.00, a total saving of £45.00!

Offer 3

Our Snow Queen Tiara

Alice Band or Butterfly Tiara for your bridesmaids; OR
A Lily Flower Hairpin; and
One of our Fairy Wands;

Offer Price: £80.00, a total saving of £20.00!

Also don't forget to check out the great offer we have on Big Day Discounts

For more great designs take a look at their website

I hope you enjoyed today's Wedding fave.

Terri
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Wednesday Wedding Fave's - The Star

Today we share with you the great The Star, Alfriston. This lovely venue is loacated in East Sussex.

MISSION STATEMENT


The Star Alfriston is a hotel and wedding venue full of character and history.

We specialize in providing great value packages, fantastic food and service that is second to none.

Our hotel wedding organiser’s services are provided with every wedding booked and we pride ourselves on providing all the elements that will make any couples special day one to remember.

ABOUT US

37 bedroom historical hotel, venue and restaurant situated in an idyllic English Tudor village.

Licensed for civil partnerships and ceremonies in two of our function rooms, we can cater for a wedding ceremony and breakfast for up to 120 people.

For winter weddings, the warmth and character of the open fires and exposed oak beams provide a magical backdrop for the day. For those getting married in summer months, we have the added bonus of our Rose Garden, where couples can enjoy their drinks reception outside on sunny days.

The hotel has an on-site car-park, free Wi-Fi, an AA rosette for its cuisine, and is both family and pet friendly.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

In addition to our unique style and stunning historical character, we offer a variety of packages to suit whatever need the couple may have. These include Exclusive Use weddings for 72, a FREE weddings promotion for January and February 2012 dates, weekday wedding packages from £2012, Friday special packages from £2500 and the ability to also create a bespoke event, tailored to exactly the couple’s desires and preferences.

IMPORTANT INFO

How far in advance do I need to book?

The sooner the better to increase the chances of your chosen date being available.

Do you do ceremonies and receptions?

Yes, we are licensed in two function rooms but only ever allow one wedding per day.

What is the capacity of the venue for a ceremony and for a meal?

120 for the ceremony and wedding breakfast. 150 for the evening.

Do you have your own caterers?

Our kitchen has been awarded a AA Rosette.

Do you have a licensed bar?

Yes

Do you have a Bridal suite?

Yes

Do you have disco facilities?

Discos are welcome at The Star.

Is there outside space?

We have a Rose Garden which is ideal for the private drinks reception.

Do you have accommodation?

37 bedrooms including 2 feature rooms and a suite.

What is the quality of parking like at your venue?

35 spaces on a first come, first served basis.

Do you allow fireworks or candle lanterns at your venue?

Unfortunately not, but candles on the tables inside are acceptable.

Are you able to cater for people with disabilities?

Yes.

The Star have a great offer on our Featured offers page

Terri
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