I am currently planning a wedding and I'm checking out how much other planners charge in the area.
I want to start a wedding/party planning business. I have my certificate so where do I go from here?
When I started my business (Pampered Chef) I found that my biggest breaks came from word of mouth. I threw my own "Grand Opening" party and invited almost 100 people. At first I was dissapointed with the turnout, but over the next few weeks I realized that everyone I invited got the news about my business. Soon people I hardly knew were telling me that thier sister-in-law (friend, aunt, etc.) wanted to have a show. Someone else who I barely knew couldn't make the grand opening but offered to have a show of her own. It led to 4 more shows, which led to an open house, which led to a recruit! She is now a great friend!
I also got a table at some local vendor fairs %26amp; always had a raffle at the table. When people filled out the raffle slip they gave me their contact info for my mailing list and answered a few questions, such as "are you interested in earning free and discounted products by hosting a fun cooking show?" This was a great help in building a customer base.
My suggestion - throw your own "Grand Opening" and invite TONS of people. Use raffles to boost your customer base.
P.S.
Pampered Chef does wedding registeries with great benefits. Send me a note at heatherkrey@rcn.com if you'd like to network so we can both get more customers. (that is, I recommend you, you recommend me.)
Reply:Get some caterers and live performances. Than put your add on Craig's List.
Reply:you may want to offer your services at a lower cost or even pro bono for a short while so you can get together a portfolio and references so that others will want to hire you...
Reply:build a relationship with local vendors. Attend bridal events and make new friens. Word of mouth is the best way to get this information out.
Good luck!
Reply:Put an add in the news papers, bullitons around towns, and make flyers. You'll be sure to get some responses.
Monday, May 11, 2009
What is the average wedding coordinator cost for 50 person or smaller wedding?
Looking to find an average cost for a wedding coordinator to arrange a relatively small wedding (50 guests and under).
What is the average wedding coordinator cost for 50 person or smaller wedding?
The wedding planner can range from 500 dollars to 3000 depending on their experience and what they will be responsible for. They usually charge either by the hour, by the percentage total of wedding or a flat fee. Whatever the cost, they are well worth it. A good wedding planner though expensive may save you money, as they will compare vendors etc.
Reply:Hi. I am a wedding planner based in NY but work nationally. It all depends on how extravagant you want the wedding to be. I have planned wedding with 40 people where they have had so much to do because of the level of extravagance they wanted. On the other hand I have had weddings where my fee was cheaper for a 300 person wedding. It all depends on what you are looking to be done. How involved do you want the planner? Do you want them there just the day of the wedding or to coordinate and plan your entire wedding starting with coming up with a theme? I am not sure where you are located but if you are looking for a wedding planner or just advice you can email me or go to my website at www.confettieventplan.com Good luck and Congratulations!
Reply:well they normally take a % or a flat rate look in your area or look for a bluk package i plan on going to hawii for mine an spending 750.00 for video photo limo and cake and location and a minister and it will hold at least 30ppl only thing we have to pay beyond is flights but my guests are picking up the tab of flights and i am paying for hotel and activities
Reply:I belive its normally 10% of your total budget
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What is the average wedding coordinator cost for 50 person or smaller wedding?
The wedding planner can range from 500 dollars to 3000 depending on their experience and what they will be responsible for. They usually charge either by the hour, by the percentage total of wedding or a flat fee. Whatever the cost, they are well worth it. A good wedding planner though expensive may save you money, as they will compare vendors etc.
Reply:Hi. I am a wedding planner based in NY but work nationally. It all depends on how extravagant you want the wedding to be. I have planned wedding with 40 people where they have had so much to do because of the level of extravagance they wanted. On the other hand I have had weddings where my fee was cheaper for a 300 person wedding. It all depends on what you are looking to be done. How involved do you want the planner? Do you want them there just the day of the wedding or to coordinate and plan your entire wedding starting with coming up with a theme? I am not sure where you are located but if you are looking for a wedding planner or just advice you can email me or go to my website at www.confettieventplan.com Good luck and Congratulations!
Reply:well they normally take a % or a flat rate look in your area or look for a bluk package i plan on going to hawii for mine an spending 750.00 for video photo limo and cake and location and a minister and it will hold at least 30ppl only thing we have to pay beyond is flights but my guests are picking up the tab of flights and i am paying for hotel and activities
Reply:I belive its normally 10% of your total budget
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How to dry clean a wedding dress made of satin?
I bought my wedding dress from China and there are no dry cleaning instructions attached to the dress! The cleaners are not sure how to clean the dress! It is made of Satin and is very plain. No beads! Does anyone have instructions on how to clean this dress!
How to dry clean a wedding dress made of satin?
Take it to your dry cleaner. They will know what to do with it. They clean all wedding gowns regardless of their fabric or detail and offer proper storage for them as well. If your present cleaners can't figure it out, take it to another.
Reply:To put myself thru college, I worked in a bridal shop for a few years. We would have many brides that bought their dresses from overseas and had the same issue as yours.
Go back to the manufacturer. If they are legally importing goods to the US, they needs to provide care instructions. This is from the Federal Trade Commission website:
Care instructions. The care label must identify:
At least one safe cleaning method -- either washing or dry cleaning -- and any necessary warnings about the cleaning method.
Example: If the care instruction is to dry clean, the label must specify one type of solvent that may be used, unless all commercially available types of solvents can be used safely on the gown.
Example: If the gown is labeled for washing, the label must say whether any step of the normal washing process -- washing, bleaching, drying, or ironing -- could harm the garment or other items cleaned with it.
The care label must be sewn in. Imported garments should have care labels when they are sent to the U.S., or labels should be attached by the importer.
If the lable is not there, go back to the manufacturer and request one.
If you have no luck, try the Association of Wedding Gown Specialists. You can search my state for a cleaner that specializes in wedding gowns.
To store your gown, I do not advise having it professionally preserved. It is expensive and there is no way to check the gown to make sure all the stains were removed when the dress was cleaned prior to heirlooming. I reccomend (and I also do this with my wedding gown) after cleaning fold the gown placing clean white acid-free tissue paper between each fold. Store in one of those vacuum storage bags (you can buy Space Bags at Bed Bath and Beyond) in a cool dark place so the dress does not get discolored by light. Once a year (just before your anniversary so your husband has a reminder ;-) ) take the gown out, inspect it for any damage and let it hang for a few days. Then fold it back up and store it in the vacuum bag for another year. You can also store your veil the same way, just wrap any sharp edges with tissue.
Reply:since the cleaners did not know...take it to a bridal shop and ask them
Reply:Take it to a professional that knows more than the one you took it to.
Some one should know how to clean.
How to dry clean a wedding dress made of satin?
Take it to your dry cleaner. They will know what to do with it. They clean all wedding gowns regardless of their fabric or detail and offer proper storage for them as well. If your present cleaners can't figure it out, take it to another.
Reply:To put myself thru college, I worked in a bridal shop for a few years. We would have many brides that bought their dresses from overseas and had the same issue as yours.
Go back to the manufacturer. If they are legally importing goods to the US, they needs to provide care instructions. This is from the Federal Trade Commission website:
Care instructions. The care label must identify:
At least one safe cleaning method -- either washing or dry cleaning -- and any necessary warnings about the cleaning method.
Example: If the care instruction is to dry clean, the label must specify one type of solvent that may be used, unless all commercially available types of solvents can be used safely on the gown.
Example: If the gown is labeled for washing, the label must say whether any step of the normal washing process -- washing, bleaching, drying, or ironing -- could harm the garment or other items cleaned with it.
The care label must be sewn in. Imported garments should have care labels when they are sent to the U.S., or labels should be attached by the importer.
If the lable is not there, go back to the manufacturer and request one.
If you have no luck, try the Association of Wedding Gown Specialists. You can search my state for a cleaner that specializes in wedding gowns.
To store your gown, I do not advise having it professionally preserved. It is expensive and there is no way to check the gown to make sure all the stains were removed when the dress was cleaned prior to heirlooming. I reccomend (and I also do this with my wedding gown) after cleaning fold the gown placing clean white acid-free tissue paper between each fold. Store in one of those vacuum storage bags (you can buy Space Bags at Bed Bath and Beyond) in a cool dark place so the dress does not get discolored by light. Once a year (just before your anniversary so your husband has a reminder ;-) ) take the gown out, inspect it for any damage and let it hang for a few days. Then fold it back up and store it in the vacuum bag for another year. You can also store your veil the same way, just wrap any sharp edges with tissue.
Reply:since the cleaners did not know...take it to a bridal shop and ask them
Reply:Take it to a professional that knows more than the one you took it to.
Some one should know how to clean.
How do you get makeup out of a wedding dress?
When Itook off the wedding dress I got some makeup on the inside of the dress, it just rubbed against my face. I am giving my dress to my cousin and I want to off the makeup. What can I do to remove the makeup stain so I wont ruin the wedding dress??????? If I do soap and what will it just smear the makeup on the dress?
How do you get makeup out of a wedding dress?
Trying to do it at home could ruin the fabric and just make the stain look worse... a dry cleaner will fix it right up for you and make it new and fresh for your cousin!
Reply:cream soda
Reply:The key to getting it off is...You don't even try!!! Take it to a professional dry cleaner and do it ASAP! The longer you wait, the longer it has to set. Bring your makeup with you if at all possible so they can see exactly what you used...that might be a very big help to them in picking out what type of cleaner to use to remove the make-up.
Reply:Take it to a professional cleaning place, they will do the best job.....
Reply:Take it to a cleaner. They are professionals who know wthat they are doing. Most likely, anything anyonr says here is a guess that could RUIN THE FACBRIC!!!
Just take it to the cleaners, trust me.
Reply:Call a wedding gown store like 'David's bridal' here in WA state. They may have the answer. They should know how to take care of them.
Reply:try putting make up remover to it,
or soda water
Reply:DRY CLEANERS!!!!!!!
How do you get makeup out of a wedding dress?
Trying to do it at home could ruin the fabric and just make the stain look worse... a dry cleaner will fix it right up for you and make it new and fresh for your cousin!
Reply:cream soda
Reply:The key to getting it off is...You don't even try!!! Take it to a professional dry cleaner and do it ASAP! The longer you wait, the longer it has to set. Bring your makeup with you if at all possible so they can see exactly what you used...that might be a very big help to them in picking out what type of cleaner to use to remove the make-up.
Reply:Take it to a professional cleaning place, they will do the best job.....
Reply:Take it to a cleaner. They are professionals who know wthat they are doing. Most likely, anything anyonr says here is a guess that could RUIN THE FACBRIC!!!
Just take it to the cleaners, trust me.
Reply:Call a wedding gown store like 'David's bridal' here in WA state. They may have the answer. They should know how to take care of them.
Reply:try putting make up remover to it,
or soda water
Reply:DRY CLEANERS!!!!!!!
How do you start a wedding consulting business with no referrence or portfolio?
I'm thinking of starting a wedding/party planning business and have zero $ to start Any guidence would be appreciated
How do you start a wedding consulting business with no referrence or portfolio?
You haven't mentioned having any experience or training doing this. I can't imagine anyone being willing to hire someone who has no references, portfolio or experience whatso ever coordinating an event that is so special to them. You have to have at least one job under your belt. That one job whoever it is (family/friends) can then provide you with a reference and you can take photos of the event. Every portfolios' got to start somewhere. Or find a wedding consultant to work for to gain some experience. Good luck.
Reply:Do some wedding planning for friends for free. Use them as references.
Reply:You will have great difficulty starting, without any experience!
Either find a job with a Wedding Planning business, or allied business and spend a couple of years learning the business or find friends who will allow you to help with their plans. You need to understand exactly what is involved.
You also must save some money for your start up! You will probably be able to raise loans, or get grants to help, but you WILL need to put in some money of your own. No one is going to lend you money to play at Weddings!
How do you start a wedding consulting business with no referrence or portfolio?
You haven't mentioned having any experience or training doing this. I can't imagine anyone being willing to hire someone who has no references, portfolio or experience whatso ever coordinating an event that is so special to them. You have to have at least one job under your belt. That one job whoever it is (family/friends) can then provide you with a reference and you can take photos of the event. Every portfolios' got to start somewhere. Or find a wedding consultant to work for to gain some experience. Good luck.
Reply:Do some wedding planning for friends for free. Use them as references.
Reply:You will have great difficulty starting, without any experience!
Either find a job with a Wedding Planning business, or allied business and spend a couple of years learning the business or find friends who will allow you to help with their plans. You need to understand exactly what is involved.
You also must save some money for your start up! You will probably be able to raise loans, or get grants to help, but you WILL need to put in some money of your own. No one is going to lend you money to play at Weddings!
Is it OK to ask for a second wedding menu tasting?
I'm having a wedding in a couple of months and already had a tasting with my caterer for my wedding menu. We customized our menu entrees by asking for two entrees we've seen in other places, but we did not provide them with recipes.
We picked out most of our hors d'oeuvres, salads, etc but the taste of the entrees was a little off. We asked about the ingredients and mentioned that the entrees were good but had a little bitterness that is not normal for the dishes. I think they added some unnecessary ingredients and omitted some ingredients that would have made it better.
Is it ok to email them some suggestions/recipes and ask them for another tasting for just the entrees?
Is it OK to ask for a second wedding menu tasting?
Absolutely! It is your wedding, and you are paying them a lot of money to serve you and your guests. You should be satisfied.
Sit down with the caterer and frankly address your concerns. Be specific about what you do and do not like, and what you want. They should be more than willing to go the extra mile and adjust the recipe and offer you a second tasting, especially since you have already mentioned you were unsatisfied and if it just for the entrees. A good caterer will want to please you to get your referrals and should not have agreed to prepare the dishes you requested if they cannot make them in a standardized manner that is to your liking. Best of luck and congrats on the upcoming nuptials!
Reply:I don't see why not. It's your wedding and they still have a few more months to prepare; if they want your business and your referrals, they'll accomodate you. Just explain your concerns to them when you ask.
Reply:Of course this is alright. You are spending a lot of money to have the catering service bring the food. Remember this is your day and it should be as perfect as possible.
Reply:Your screen name says it. If you are looking for perfection you might want to look closer at your partner than the specific spices in the food.....sorry but you asked
Reply:Yes. The worst they can do is say no. And if they say no, think about what that means---they probably won't be very accomodating if you hire them.
I say go for it.
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We picked out most of our hors d'oeuvres, salads, etc but the taste of the entrees was a little off. We asked about the ingredients and mentioned that the entrees were good but had a little bitterness that is not normal for the dishes. I think they added some unnecessary ingredients and omitted some ingredients that would have made it better.
Is it ok to email them some suggestions/recipes and ask them for another tasting for just the entrees?
Is it OK to ask for a second wedding menu tasting?
Absolutely! It is your wedding, and you are paying them a lot of money to serve you and your guests. You should be satisfied.
Sit down with the caterer and frankly address your concerns. Be specific about what you do and do not like, and what you want. They should be more than willing to go the extra mile and adjust the recipe and offer you a second tasting, especially since you have already mentioned you were unsatisfied and if it just for the entrees. A good caterer will want to please you to get your referrals and should not have agreed to prepare the dishes you requested if they cannot make them in a standardized manner that is to your liking. Best of luck and congrats on the upcoming nuptials!
Reply:I don't see why not. It's your wedding and they still have a few more months to prepare; if they want your business and your referrals, they'll accomodate you. Just explain your concerns to them when you ask.
Reply:Of course this is alright. You are spending a lot of money to have the catering service bring the food. Remember this is your day and it should be as perfect as possible.
Reply:Your screen name says it. If you are looking for perfection you might want to look closer at your partner than the specific spices in the food.....sorry but you asked
Reply:Yes. The worst they can do is say no. And if they say no, think about what that means---they probably won't be very accomodating if you hire them.
I say go for it.
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What are some dresses appropriate to wear a wedding?
Send links to cute dresses. Dresses that goes with any theme wedding.
What colors are good for wedding? No black and white, I know that.
I'm a girl, by the way. Thirteen years old.
What are some dresses appropriate to wear a wedding?
Nothing too short. Sorry that is all I can give. And you are right not black or white. It all depends on the season too. When is the wedding?
Reply:always opt for something more dressy. even if the invite says casual, make sure it isnt something you could wear to school. you can wear a dress with some white in it, just make sure it isnt the base color. like say you had a red dress with a couple white flowers on it. that would be fine. black is also acceptable unless you are the parents of the bride or groom. if you are going to wear black though, maybe wear some red shoes or something to make it pop. never wear anything too short or low cut though.
your on your own with the rest of it. your style is yours. you know what patterns you like, you know what cuts you like. shopping really is hands on. i could show you amazing dresses but untill you actually try them on you will never know. a tip though, boston store has some awsome dresses right now in all shapes colors and sizes.
Reply:ok anything bright for the summer is the colors!!! :))
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and maybe go with a shrug or jacket with a little strap dress
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and shoes
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hope i helped!!! :))
What colors are good for wedding? No black and white, I know that.
I'm a girl, by the way. Thirteen years old.
What are some dresses appropriate to wear a wedding?
Nothing too short. Sorry that is all I can give. And you are right not black or white. It all depends on the season too. When is the wedding?
Reply:always opt for something more dressy. even if the invite says casual, make sure it isnt something you could wear to school. you can wear a dress with some white in it, just make sure it isnt the base color. like say you had a red dress with a couple white flowers on it. that would be fine. black is also acceptable unless you are the parents of the bride or groom. if you are going to wear black though, maybe wear some red shoes or something to make it pop. never wear anything too short or low cut though.
your on your own with the rest of it. your style is yours. you know what patterns you like, you know what cuts you like. shopping really is hands on. i could show you amazing dresses but untill you actually try them on you will never know. a tip though, boston store has some awsome dresses right now in all shapes colors and sizes.
Reply:ok anything bright for the summer is the colors!!! :))
http://www.wetseal.com/productdetail.asp...
http://www.wetseal.com/productdetail.asp...
http://www.wetseal.com/productdetail.asp...
http://www.wetseal.com/productdetail.asp...
and maybe go with a shrug or jacket with a little strap dress
http://www.wetseal.com/productdetail.asp...
and shoes
http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/ref...
http://www.payless.com/Catalog/productde...
http://www.payless.com/Catalog/productde...
hope i helped!!! :))
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