Thursday, July 2, 2009

Madeline's Weddings Workshop ~ November 27, 2009


Madeline's Weddings Workshop for Brides and Grooms-to-be
Saturday, November 27, 2009 at Greenwood Inn & Suites

The Madeline’s Weddings Workshop is perfect for couples who are looking to plan their wedding without assistance, but require a little help to get started.

We have put together an extraordinary workshop for all you brides, grooms, members of the bridal party, parents of the couple and emcees! In our workshop we will bring you all the fundamental tools needed to plan your special day. We will go through all the elements of a wedding and show you how to put your ideas and details into place. You will receive a list of the most reputable and reliable vendors that Madeline’s has worked with for years.

Madeline’s Workshop is a powerful way to educate brides & grooms about planning their wedding. Utilize our expertise and knowledge of the BEST vendors in Winnipeg.
Our planners will be hands on throughout the day. We will provide many great tips and ideas as well as a Q. & A. period to give you the help you need to go forth and plan your BIG day!

We have created this fantastic workshop to simplify the overwhelming wedding planning process.

Your Madeline’s Weddings workshop includes…

Workshop Workbook
- Sample Budget
- Several Checklists
- Tips & Ideas
- Planning Timeline
- Tips and Important things to know when booking vendors
- Madeline’s’ Weddings Preferred Vendor List

Upcoming 2010 Trends
- What’s in for 2010 and more importantly, what’s out!
- Popular colour trends for 2010
- Exploring different types of décor and design
- Favours – what to give your guests
- What to expect for dress trends in 2010

Etiquette/Traditions
- Emcee’s and what their job entails
- Who should be giving speeches
- What traditions are still used and which ones should be laid to rest

Question & Answer Period
- The do’s and don’ts of planning
- Open floor, we’ll be answering YOUR questions about planning your wedding!

Featured Speakers bringing their expertise to the table
- Julie ~ Whyte Ridge Academy Florists
- Pam ~ Cake-ology
- Trevor Brucki Photography & Joel Ross Photography ~ W-list Photographers

Extra Bonuses
- $400 Gift Certificate from Madeline’s Weddings
- Expert advice from Madeline & her team
- Doors Prizes
- Gift Bag for each attendee
- A fantastic lunch made exclusively for our group by the Greenwood Inn chefs


WHEN & WHERE
November 27, 2009 9am – 3pm
Greenwood Inn & Suites
1715 Wellington Avenue
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Cost - $295.00
Early Booking Price - (Before July 31, 2009) -$225.00


Madeline’s Weddings Workshop is designed to offer a unique perspective on weddings and to simplify the overwhelming wedding planning process.

We look forward to sharing with you this incomparable wedding planning experience.
Join us for an exclusive event tailored specifically to stylish and sophisticated couples who are planning a unique and unforgettable wedding in Winnipeg.

*As this is a very hands-on seminar, seats will be limited. Contact us today to reserve your space.

Contact us at 204-896-1857 or info@madelinesweddings.com

Exciting MW's News!

We will be announcing some VERY exciting news later today. Stay tuned all! You won't want to miss this.

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MW's

Monday, June 29, 2009

Welcome to our Team!

We are THRILLED to introduce you to the newest member of our team - Erica! Erica will be out and about with the MW's Team this summer and we couldn't be happier.

Erica, your smile lights up a room and somehow your personality makes things even brighter. I LOVE IT!

Welcome to the MW's family Erica.
xoxo

Sunday, June 28, 2009

Upcoming News for MW's

What a wonderful year we are having here at MW's! The excitement is NONSTOP! We are having our best year ever and can hardly wait for the rest of our gorgeous weddings to unfold!
Stay tuned for some very exciting news from Madeline's Weddings!

Your Friendly Neighbourhood Wedding Planners
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Friday, June 26, 2009

Madeline's Wedding Favours!

Looking for the PERFECT wedding favours for your guests? Check out some of our favourites and enjoy our convenient online shopping!


“Hats Off!” Chrome Top Hat Wine Pourer/Bottle Stopper


Adorably handsome is the only way to describe this Kate Aspen original—not only the favor, but the spectacular gift-box design as well! The dapper, chrome top hat tops off bottles with class and pours with perfection. Time for the tuxedos to take top honors! Features and facts:
Top hat-shaped pourer/bottle stopper is made of solid chrome, with a notable weight and quality
Stopper measures 2” h x 1 ½” in diameter (at widest point)
Showcase gift-box design includes a clear top and black, tuxedo-style base, with black buttons on a white, tuxedo shirt, cutout tuxedo lapels and an aristocratic, white, satin “bow tie"
Gift box measures approximately 2 ¾” h x 1 ¾” w x 1 ¾” d


These are so pretty! LOVE them!

“Cherry Blossoms” Frosted Glass Coasters


With a touch of the Orient and a touch of glass, this finely designed favor from Kate Aspen's discerning artisans will touch your guests deeply—whatever the occasion. You won't know how truly lovely they are until you see them for yourself. Features and facts:
Graceful cherry tree branches bursting with delicate cherry blossoms adorn these round, frosted-glass coasters
Two coasters in each favor
Protective “feet” safeguard surfaces
Coasters are approximately 3 ¾” in diameter
Rich brown, picture-window gift box is decorated with light- and dark-pink cherry blossoms on branches with a little, brown bird on a branch in the lower right corner and the words Cherry Blossom Glass Coasters
Gift box measures 4” square

"Good Wishes" Pearlized-Glass Photo Frame/Place Card Holder (Set of 4)


Heartfelt hopes for joy, bliss, faith, laughter, honor, peace and love forever—the essence of a happy marriage—surround a special place for your guest’s name or a photo of the happy couple in a gorgeous frosted-glass photo frame. The words appear in white and silver lettering on a vivid pearl background that playfully captures the light and makes the wonderful wishes almost dance in the frame. The frame’s back and stand have a rich, black, velvety texture. A dramatic accompaniment for your tables and a meaningful gift for your guests to take home, each frame measures 3 ½” x 3 ½”, with space for a 1 ½” x 2” photo in the center. Sold as a set of four.


Miniature Silver Chair Favor Box w/ Heart Charm & Ribbon (Can be Monogrammed)


The ideal favor is one that looks beautiful on the table and is still incredibly functional. This is it. These miniature silver chairs not only act as placecard holders, with their included vellum strip which serves as a place card, but inside the seat of the chair they hold several ounces of whatever favor filling you want. Fill them up with flower petals, candies, seeds, potpourri or with chocolate, mints...almost any wedding favor you can think of! Chair comes with an elegant silver and white ribbon and a charming silver heart charm. Measures approximately 4 1/2" tall when constructed and is sold in sets of 12. Fillable box measures 1 1/2" square. This item can be monogrammed for that extra special touch. Assembly required.


“Unexpected Treasures!” Favor Tin with Pre-Tied Organza Bow & 40 Custom Designer Labels (Set of 12)



Your guests will have fun guessing the mysterious surprise they’ll find within Kate Aspen’s adorable and customizable “Unexpected Treasures!” favor tins. You’ll have fun choosing what goes in them and on them. Fill your tins with anything you’d like—mints, chocolates, potpourri, your vows or seashells to complement a beach wedding. Then personalize each favor to express your theme, the season or your own trendsetting style with a choice of 40 distinctive covers that wrap around the tin. Whether upscale, trendy, fun or traditional, you’ll find the perfect design for your Vegas nuptials, or your wine-themed wedding, or your ceremony by the sea and every possibility in between. The pleasure is all yours! The 1.75”-square tin comes with a sheer organza bow pre-tied to save you time as you prepare for your event. Sold as a set of 12 and some assembly required.

Happy Shopping All! :)

Eco-friendly Favours

If you are concerned about the environment (and who isn't these days) Madeline's carries a line of eco-friendly favours sure to indicate to all your guests that you are socially responsible.

"Tranquility” Eco-Friendly Bamboo Place Card Holder with Matching Place Cards


A symbol of friendship and long life in many cultures, bamboo brings an exotic Asian touch to any occasion. You'll be amazed at how something so light and delicate can carry so much meaning to your guests.


"In Favor of a Cure" Pink Ribbon Plantable Wildflower Favors


How often does a fabulous favor come along that is environmentally friendly, delights guests and helps improve the lives of millions? Sounds perfect, doesn’t it? It is. The Pink Ribbon Plantable Wildflower Favor is one of three favors in Kate Aspen’s In Favor of a Cure™ Pink Ribbon Collection. The ivory-lined pink ribbon is embedded with wildflower seeds that, when planted, blossom into a glorious garden of brightly colored wildflowers your guests are sure to enjoy.

This symbolic plantable is a lovely start for a garden in honor of—or in memory of—a loved one touched by breast cancer. And 10% of the net proceeds from the sale of our Pink Ribbon favors benefit The Young Survival Coalition, an international charity dedicated to improving the lives of young women living with breast cancer. Not bad for one little favor! If you want to make lasting memories for your guest—whatever the occasion—the Pink Ribbon Plantable Favor is all you need.


“Have a Blast!” Biodegradable, Celebratory Wedding Poppers


Heard the headlines? “Rice Toss Replaced by “Have a Blast!” Wedding Poppers! Big, Biodegradable Fun!” When you’ve got something to celebrate, and we know you do, give your guests the perfect alternative to rice before you rush from the reception to your honeymoon—“Have a Blast!” Wedding Poppers.

Imagine the jubilation, not to mention the fabulous photos you’ll create when your guests launch biodegradable tissue-paper confetti into the air by a safe, spring-loaded device. The perky popper wrapper, which gives guests instructions for use, shows a cartoon bride and groom holding hands, surrounded by festive confetti, with the words “Wedding Poppers” overhead. Nothing spreads the joy like confetti!


"Love Rocks" Engraved and Polished Stone


A staff favorite! Decidedly clever, sleek and simple, this unique favor adds a natural touch of romance to any table. Each stone is polished to a gleaming finish and carved with "Love." Colors and sizes vary but most stones range from a darker slate color to a translucent gold and are approximately 1.5" wide. All stones arrive in a silky white organza bag, and a matching "Love Rocks" personalized tag is also available.


“Shells by the Sea” Authentic Shell Placecard Holders with Matching Placecards


Create the perfect seaside atmosphere by showing your guests to their seats with these beautiful authentic shell holders. Each dainty, shiny shell holds a placecard and guests can later use these keepsake shells to hold their own photos. A perfect memento for seaside events!

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Thinking About Booking Madeline's Weddings

If you are thinking about booking us for your wedding day, do not wait! We work on a first come, first serve basis. Many of our 2010 dates are fully booked. We have also started booking into late 2011 as well.

What to do if you are considering booking us...
Contact us right away to see if we are available for your day. If we are, we can set you up with a complimentary consultation in our showroom with one of our planners. During this consultation you will be able to see many of our weddings and our planners can work with you to create a package that is perfect for your needs.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Your Friendly Neighbourhood Wedding Planners
MW's

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