Liverpool's Gothic Wedding House Relaunch Party

Where the Heart Is

Home Sweet Home for the North West’s Bridal Best

Liverpool’s iconic gothic building the Wedding House  relaunched last week over a two day event in true celebratory style.  And keeping in with the essence of any fabulous wedding knees up, guests were indulged with fun, fizz and festivities.  Special guest Lord Mayor Cllr Frank Prendergast officially opened the event by cutting an aptly coloured pink ribbon before stepping inside the beautiful grade II listed building to sample an array of the thirty elite suppliers now housed there.  Wow!

From its original detailed Victorian tiled floor to the inviting rich red staircase, it’s clear to see how the Gothic Revival inspired a genre of romantic poetry in the literary world.  And within the wedding world, it seems the Wedding House has stirred many a romantic too.  Brides and their entourages came in droves to sample the four floors of top design inspiration and personal style advice to help plan their special occasion. 

Hot band on the circuit, Kikosi set the party atmosphere as guests were wowed by a first dance routine choreographed by Danielle Norman from Butterfly Wedding Choreography.  Also wowing the guests were the easy-on-the-eye semi naked hunks courtesy of My Sexy Butler.

The Wedding House is the brainchild of husband and wife proprietors Neil and Jennifer Shaw of Knutsford.  Neil purchased the building eight years ago to house his Liverpool Groom formal hire store.  He approached several other businesses at a Liverpool Echo wedding show and invited them to join, several of who are still there now. In 2011, Jennifer, a business improvement consultant working predominantly for global PLCs, took a sabbatical to help out in the family business.  

Jennifer says “I started by approaching some of the best wedding and special occasion related businesses within the North West; my vision to bring in some younger, funkier and more bang on trend businesses who would widen the appeal to any stylish customer looking for something a little bit different for their special occasion.”  

Like any blushing bride-to-be, the Wedding House is now at her most beautiful.  Nestled in the heart of the city centre and open seven days a week, the cream of the wedding crop exclusively provide an all year round wedding show experience to guide brides through the exciting planning process.  A wedding treat retreat! 

“We are still very much aimed at the wedding market, however, I equally see it as a destination of choice for a fashionista visiting for that special outfit to make them stand out from the crowd at the races or something to give their party the WOW factor, whatever the occasion.”

For a detailed guide of all suppliers at the House please visit www.theweddinghouse.co.uk

Much Love & Happy Planning....xxx

Wedding Day Poetry - Another Happy Customer!

I love receiving feedback from satisfied clients! The below poem was commissioned by the bride’s sister as a surprise; to be read out during the civil ceremony. I was informed the bride and groom are a fun loving couple; not serious or mushy at all – so it was a splash of humour and a dash of sincerity – my speciality!

 

The poem made them cry tears of love and laughter – Operation Jeanette and Paul accomplished!

Much love x

Jeanette & Paul’s Wedding Day ~ Friday 5th August 2011

Welcome to today's celebration

5th August 2011

As we celebrate the new life, of husband and wife

Jeanette and Paul – a match made in heaven!

It's a beautiful ode of a couple bestowed

In marriage, till death do you part

For better or worse, let me rewind this verse

Back 22 years, to the start!

Well lads and lasses, it was collecting glasses

At the local back in '89

When their eyes first met and Paul wooed Jeanette

At closing, with pork scratchings and wine!

A romantic Blue Nose, Paul began to propose

Every year for the next 20 or so,

But was always met, with the same answer from Net,

"I'm not ready to be Mrs Robbo!!!!"

Was it the engagement ring, that made her heart sing

Not one, not two - but three?!!!!

Or the fact they just click and she can cherry pick

A lifetime of taxi rides - for free!

Macca had her soul mate; so they set the date

A day planned with precision and care,

Every detail and bit - from Aqua Fit

...To keeping Sharon away from her hair!

A shared passion in their romance, they love to dance

They’ve swept each other off their feet

And will party till dawn from the Registry lawn

…Down to the Huyton Civic Suite!

Our groom and bride have glowed with pride

In the roles you play here today

Best Men - Michael and Adam

And Thomas - for giving your Mum away

Let no man put asunder, here’s to James down under

Luke, Cian and Millie’s special roles too

Melissa the beautiful bridesmaid; Mal you couldn’t persuade

Net to let you be bridesmaid too?!!

First and foremost, today we’ll toast

Absent family we dearly miss

And for the epilogue, Roley the dog

Sends a big fat doggy kiss!

If there's one thing you take from this wedding keepsake,

From ‘your sis’ - please let it be this

Today is your beginning of always and ever

A lifetime of happiness and bliss!

So here's to Mr and Mrs Robinson

Who we all love more than you know

To love, laughter, and a happy ever after

Congratulations Mr & Mrs Robbo!

Written by Helen Burns

For Better or Verse  at

Bespoken Dreams Wedding Design and Consultancy

Ruffles and Truffles!

Ruffles.  Call me biased, but this hot new wedding dress trend has to be one of my absolute faves.  I'm talking crisp, passionate, flamenco-style ruffles that scream bride and fashionista.  Ruffles that scrunch to the touch, are pleasing to the eye, and taste um,well, that leads me nicely onto another wedding favour(ite) of mine.... 

Truffles Champagne, Chocolate, Gourmet...Love 'em all.  Is Lent over yet?

Feast your eyes on these stylish babies and bring out the senorita in you....O'lay!

She Looks Like a Sugar in a Plum - Plum Plum!

In the words of Caractacus Potts of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang "If you seek perfection in sugar confection, well there's something new on the scene"...

And that something new comes to you in the truly scrumptious form of Plum Sugar brought to you by the very sweet Lisa Alis!

Well, if like Dreams HQ Valentine's Day is Every Day, you will LOVE these sweet treats from the scrumdiddlyumptious sweet therapy that is Plum Sugar.

Plum Sugar's eatable tweetable treats are perfect for any occasion.

"Whether it be a birthday, christening, wedding, valentines or maybe an anniversary, there is a gift to suit your occasion. We customise a whole range of our products to fit in with every event imaginable, and it's a great alternative to liven up a table or goody bag with something everybody enjoys. We even work to your budget to give you the best value for money" says Lisa.  "Make your event or occasion even more special by personalising your gift to suit the occasion, with many styles of ribbon and packaging and of course your own custom tag or sticker, it makes endless combinations for your gift. 

Surprise a partner with some nostalgic love sweets from yesteryear or some heart shaped chocolates - show the special person in your life how much you care with any of our gifts and don't forget each one can be personalised with your own message.

Our sweet buffets are no ordinary buffets, they are a must for those who love to indulge in all their favourite sweets. From pick and mixes to specialist luxury sweet treats all presented in a selection of beautiful glassware with traditional confectionery tools from scoops and tongs to customisable candy bags. We also design your sweet buffet to colour match your event from ribbons and bows, to personalising your candy bags. A buffet that really completes any event."

You can find Plum Sugar's goodies currently at the below outlets:

Neighbourhood cafe
Moon & Pea
Malmaison
Signature Living Serviced Apartments
Bloom Creative
Booker Flowers

Visit http://www.plumsugar.co.uk/ for more info or to visit the above links.

A Sweet Tooth's Dream Come True! x

For Better or Verse - Bespoke Special Occasion Poetry

“Personality is the glitter that sends your little gleam across the footlights and the orchestra pit into that big black space where the audience is.”
Mae West – American actress.

The best advice I was given last year when planning our wedding was to really apply our own personalities to each aspect of the day. But before you start to panic this means the groom is going to hotfoot it down the aisle head-to-toe in the latest away kit, whipping the congregation into a mexican wave, chill! Stamping your personality onto your occasion can be subtle, delicate…..or even full blown out there! The idea is; it’s your day, and your choice. Weddings have really evolved over the last decade, and there are so many ideas and options (regardless of budget) to ensure you create the most perfect, personal day.

A unique way to truly personalise your day, give your guests an insight into your romance, and set your wedding day aside from any other, is with a bespoke, personal poem. I wanted our day to be a fantastic celebration, with each and every guest being involved. So a poem about our relationship gave Great Auntie Maud who’d I’d met five minutes earlier an insight into us, our day, our celebration. My poem to th hubby was entitled ‘The Proposal.' It was given to each guest as a place setting; a unique keepsake to treasure forever!

A special, bespoke poem about your own love story, from first date to proposal, could be recited in a speech, given as a wedding party gift, place setting or favour. They are perfect ice-breakers guaranteed to make your guest laugh AND cry! Ideal for any Best Men/Father of the Bride’s nervous of public speaking, wanting to deliver an eloquent, heartfelt, sincere speech with a double dose of humour!

So why not let For Better or Verse add a touch of magic to your special occasion and tell your beautiful story in rhyme?

SAMPLE: Italian Wedding - July 2010

http://forbetterorverseuk.blogspot.com/2010/08/italian-wedding-july-2010.html

SAMPLE: The Proposal - Dec 2008

http://www.forbetterorverse.co.uk/samples/index.htm

For more information, samples or testimonials please visit

http://www.forbetterorverse.co.uk/
http://www.forbetterorverseuk.blogspot.com/
mailto:helen@forbetterorverse.co.uk


With Love and Happy Planning,

For Better or Verse x

Get Creative!

Last year, one of my most prized purchases for the wedding had to be my Scalloped Heart Punch from Cox and Cox www.coxandcox.co.uk

It did everything; decorated the tables at my hen-do, adorned the table plan and reception post box, decorated the Orders of Service, personalised wedding party gifts and even stepped in on the penultimate night to make confetti when we ran out of freeze dried petals for the cones! It was, and still is, my one pull-out-the-bag-trick-up-my-sleeve-turn-it's-hand-(or heart)-to-anything-card.

When the postman dutifully delivers each new season Cox and Cox catalogue, I embrace each and every one like a letter from a long lost friend.

The Weddings & Parties section is so inspirartional. It’s all in the detail. Fantastic, original and simple ways of transforming your party or wedding into something truly unique.

Sections:
Unusual Favours
Wedding Table Decorations
Make it Personal
Let there be Light!
Party on Outside
Love Tokens
Party Accessories

Cox & Cox is an on-line store that 'embraces the heartfelt philosophy that it is possible to create a home that is both beautiful and practical, offering a fresh escape from the norm. The product range has influences from all over the globe and takes inspiration from childhood memories, but often with a contemporary twist.'

Going, going, gone! - hurry, Sale ends soon

Cox and Cox sale ends next week. They've reduced many of their great products further and added even more items to thier Summer Sale with a number of items now at an amazing 75% off! Note any existing promotional discounts are not valid during the sale.

Final Reductions - now up to 75% off!

You can order 24 hours a day on thier website, or their friendly team is available on 0844 858 0744 (weekdays from 8am to 10pm Mon-Fri and 9am to 10pm at the weekend) to take your orders and answer queries.



Happy Punching!! x

Quaint Ever Afters…

Once upon a time, in a land not so far away, Bespoken Dreams fell in love with Vintage Twee...a company who shares our ethos of advocating 'classical romance' and inspiring the Heroine in all of us!

Joanne Linder of Vintage Twee tells her story….

“As a creative little girl, being fascinated by tea parties was not unusual. Little did I know that this passion for all things vintage inspired and tea related would lead to the creation of my company, Vintage Twee! Vintage Twee offer a range of enchantingly English hand crafted, vintage-inspired table décor for the loveliest tea party, wedding or shower. The company is owned by myself, Joanne Linder, and is inspired by my love for tea and all things vintage! It is fuelled by a desire to produce beautiful items that are not only stunning, but provide a real talking point for your guests.

Whether you are having a vintage themed wedding or party, or are just looking for something that little bit different around the home, Vintage Twee will ensure you host a beautiful and elegant entertaining experience for all your guests.

I embrace a multitude of themes, ranging from my classic and timeless vintage music inspired wedding favour boxes and guestbooks, through to the current trend for “Alice in Wonderland” tea parties. My current favourite items to create are the “Fairy Tale Favour Boxes” (above). Gorgeous and unique, each box is adorned with delicate reindeer moss, a popular fairy tale quotation as well as stunning gold tassles, gemstones and pearls; enough to inspire the Princess in all of us!

Every item that I produce has been individually hand crafted to the highest standard and you can be sure you will add a unique and extra special touch to your event. I aim to breathe new life in to vintage materials where possible, using items such as genuine vintage lace, pearls, jewels and music sheets to add authenticity to each creation. Each embellishment I source holds a story of its own, and the fact they are steeped in history just adds to their appeal.

As a small company, I offer a complete personalised service, and many items can be customised to your requirements. No request is too small!”


Website - www.vintagetwee.com

Etsy Shop - http://vintagetwee.etsy.com

Blog - http://vintagetwee.blogspot.com

Twitter - www.twitter.com/vintagetwee