Always & forever issue 9

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MackMedia Design and PrintT: 01752 242978 E: [email protected] 9:Director, Editor and Designer: Lynsey BickellDistributors: Jean Mackie, Lynsey BickellCompetition prize: With thanks to The Alway’s & Forever wedding fayre exhibitors Well done to Kelli Carwithen who, in issue 8, won half price wedding invitations courtesy of MackMedia Design & Printwww.mackmediadesign.com

© 2013 Always & Forever. All rights reserved. Nothing in this magazine may be reproduced in whole or in part without the expressed written permission of the publisher. We have done our utmost to ensure that all the content is correct and accurate at the time of print, but we emphasise that MackMedia Design and Print accepts no responsibility for any mistakes or omissions in this publication. All opinions expressed in Always & Forever - Plymouth’s guide to weddings are that of the individual contributor and are not always shared by the publication.

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Editor’s Note

Image sourced from: Devon Contemporary Photography

he creation of our summer issue of Always & Forever has been an amazing journey, we are humbled by and grateful for the contributions made by so many talented professionals, the pages you are about to read showcase the work of these top wedding experts in your local area. We’ve gone button crazy! If you love being creative as much as we do, then make your way to pages 13-14 to learn how to make a funky bouquet that you can cherish forever.Also, turn to pages 18-19 to bag yourself a bargain with our money saving vouchers!

T It has been fantastic to learn about the lovely couples in this edition. Their weddings are truly inspiring and I hope they encourage you to tell your own unique love story throughyour impending celebration. For even more fab ideas, have a wonderful day out in the market town of Tavistock and visit our BIG summer wedding fayre in the charming town hall on Sunday 3rd August (see pages 34-35). It is sure to be an unforgettable wedding planning experience and I hope I get to meet you there! Until then...

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STYLE ME PRETTYInspiration for the finer details

LOCAL FEMALES WANTEDTo try a 4-week bridal challenge

WE LOVE BUTTONS!Make a unique, DIY bouquet

GIFT LISTGorgeous gift ideas for the big day and your married home

DISCOUNT VOUCHERSFantastic offers from a variety of friendly, local wedding suppliers

REAL WEDDINGA true love story

SURVIVAL KITEnsure your dream wedding goes off without a hitch

BRIGHT & BOLD STATIONERYInvite inspiration

BIG SUMMER WEDDING FAYREAn inspirational day


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DIY: Funky Button BouquetsModern brides are looking for something different, original and most of all show

stopping. Here, Always & Forever shows you how to make beautiful everlasting button bouquets! Each one can be designed to each brides specific requirements.

each bouquet is individual and unique - isn’t that how all brides want to feel on their special day? To create these treasures, carefully source a combination of new and vintage buttons, jewellery and brooches and follow these simple crafting instructions...

STEP 1: Stack three to four buttons on top of one another in order of size with the largest button on the bottom. You can make the stacks all the same or have alternative colour combinations for variety in your bouquet.

E STEP 2: Cut wire for the first flower. The wire should be double the length of the bouquet you intend to make.

STEP 3:Thread the buttons onto the wire and push them up until there are about 1.5 inches of wire sticking out the top. Bend this wire down and through the other holes on the buttons. Twist the tail end of the wire around the wire stem of your flower to secure it. Try using fabric cut flower shapes to add texture to your bouquet!


STEP 4: Repeat the previous steps to make as many button flowers as you want for your bridal bouquet. When the button flowers have all been assembled, bunch them together to form your bouquet.

STEP 5:Secure the bouquet using a rubber band just beneath the flowers. Attach a second rubber band around the base of the bouquet.

STEP 6:Cut a length of ribbon three times the length of your bouquet stems. Place one end of the ribbon at the top of the bouquet and begin wrapping the ribbon in a spiral motion, tucking in the end as you go. When you reach the bottom, wind your way back up to the top.

STEP 7:Secure the loose end of the ribbon with a bow or pin to complete your bridal button bouquet.

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HOW WE METDan and I met ten years ago when I was 15, he was baby sitting my friend’s sister who had cerebral palsy. Dan was cleaning, so I started to help him, we started singing along to Shania Twain and dancing around, I began to realise that I really liked this happy go lucky guy! I wasn’t very interested in him at first but once we got talking I realised that we had so many things in common. We began our relationship and haven’t looked back since.

THE PROPOSALDan proposed to me on Christmas day 2011. He got down on one knee in front of the Christmas tree and my parents! It meant so much to me that my family were there to witness such a special moment. I was unsure whether I was meant to say yes before or after I saw the ring, so poor Dan had to wait in suspense while I opened the wrapped box, but of course I said yes and my ring was absolutely beautiful.

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OUR SPECIAL DAYWe married at St Eustachius church in Tavistock followed by a beautiful reception at the Two Bridges Hotel in Princetown. We wanted our wedding to be bright, fun and tasteful and chose to have a quirky button theme. I thoroughly enjoyed getting crafty by making some DIY button bouquets, this was a fantastic alternative to traditional flowers, which I’m allergic to.

Our guests enjoyed the panoramic views across Dartmoor as they were driven to the church and then to the reception venue in a wonderful London Routemaster bus. We tucked into a very tasty carvery at the hotel followed by a delicious hog roast in the evening and my talented sister made our scrumptious chocolate and vanilla cake, which had an edible button ball gracing the top.

MORE DIYWe put together our own DIY photo booth, we set up a table with a polaroid camera and a variety of props including silly wigs, funky glasses and colourful hats. Everyone commented on how it was such a clever, entertaining idea.

FUNNIEST MOMENTThe funniest moment was when my mum stepped up to do her reading in the church and her hat was so large it bumped into the microphone - it certainly got everyone’s attention!

The most precious moment however has to be when I saw Dan gaze at me as I walked towards him. I was completely composed all morning, but when Dan told me how beautiful I looked, my emotions just came flooding out!

Being declared as husband and wife was the best feeling in the world. Knowing that I am spending the rest of my life with someone who I love so dearly makes everything complete.

MEMORABLE MOMENTSThere were so many unforgettable moments, such as when my dad first saw me in my wedding dress, his eyes proudly lit up and then filled with tears. The amazing choir from the school that I work at sang as I made my way down the aisle, I will always remember how magical it was!The best men’s speech had everyone laughing and crying. We were in hysterics when they decribed us as ‘pure and simple’ me being pure and Dan being simple, of course!


CreditsPHOTOGRAPHERPicshore Photography

BANDHot Candy

WEDDING BUSSouth Devon Railway Road Services

CENTREPIECESWeddings by Claire

HAIR AND MAKE UPAdele Hack - Bridal Hair Specialist & Make up Artist

VENUE Two Bridges Hotel

DRESSThe Wedding Company, Plympton

CHAIR COVERSSouth West Chair Covers

SWEET CARTPop goes the Weasel

FIRST DANCEWe hired the amazing band - Hot Candy, who certainly delivered on the night. For our first dance as newly weds, they belted out the hit Michael Jackson song - the way you make me feel.

HONEYMOONWe had the most amazing time soaking up the sun on white sandy beaches in the Dominican Republic and even swam with dolphins!

Hot Candy is a female fronted, dynamic �ve piece wedding, party and function band, covering Devon

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Try on our selection of vintage props, we have hats, moustaches,

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THIS SURVIVAL KIT WAS MADE TO SAY...

I’m thrilled you’re beside me on my wedding day!

There are chocolates to give you that sugar high and a packet of

To My Ladies

tissues in case you should cry.

Lipstick to help you care for your smile. If a nail should break, I’ve

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There are wipes if you should spill onyour dress and chews to keep your

breath minty fresh.

There’s ibuprofen if it’s ill that you feel and plasters to help you tackle

high heels.I’ve put everything in this handy pack, so you’ll know that this bride has got

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YourBridal PartySURVIVAL

KITIt’s always better to be safe than sorry, so we’ve come up with a list of all those just-in-case items that will ensure your dream wedding goes off without a hitch. This kit is easy to put together and makes a great extra gift for your bridesmaids to equip them on your big day!

Materials needed:• Plasters• Safety pins• Nail file• Stain removing wipes• Lip balm/lipstick• Tissues• Painkillers• Perfume• Breath mints• Comb/brush• Chocolate• Paper gift bag

1 Create your own label/logo, then print it out.Check your list to make sure you have everything and then fill the bag half way with your supplies.Fold your label in half so it can be seen on both sides and secure it over the top of the bag with a stapler.

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Stationery: SixteenEighteen Design

Photography: Melanie Barnfield

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FunkaDoodle Cards Handmade Wedding Stationery

From Place cards to Table Numbers,

Guest Books to Post Boxes, anything can be created to suit your day

Made to match your theme and colour scheme

Tel: 07964822649

Email: [email protected]

Stationery: Funkadoodle Cards

Pretty Laser Cut Wedding StationeryMake a big impression at your wedding with laser cut wedding stationery. Delicate details flow through every piece of this collection to make them truly divine. Use them for everything from save the dates to place cards and see your guests faces light up as they gaze at the intricate design!


Devon Barn Brown Paper InvitesThese quirky, handmade invites are perfect for any time of the year, especially if you are planning a vintage style festival wedding. They are designed to look like recycled brown paper, with coloured string and matching buttons included.

Stationery: SixteenEighteen DesignPhotography: Melanie Barnfield Photography


19.07.14

SAVE THE DATE17.10.14

FORMAL INVITATION TO FOLLOW

WEʼRE GETTING MARRIED!

Star in your own stationery! This range Includes illustrations of a place that has a special meaning to you.

This design is perfect if you’re planning a sea themed or beach wedding. The nautical look is sure to give a fun insight to your big day.

If you’re a trendsetter with an appetite for all things modern then this striking yellow and grey stationery is for you.

Stationery: MackMediaDesign & Print


*A winner will be picked at random and notified by the 5th August 2014. Good luck!

IMAGE: Macdonald

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PRIZES INCLUDE...

All for one lucky couple!

A hand tied bridal bouquet from Dartmoor Flowers

A free, one hour engagement shoot & 25% off any wedding package from Melanie Barnfield Photography

Personalised ‘Gertie’s’ hoodie (e.g. The New Mrs Smith or Bride To Be!) From Gertie’s Adventures

1x Bottle of Town Hall Red Wine & 1x Bottle of Town Hall White Wine from Tavistock Town Hall

A handmade photo album from Devon Contemporary Photography

A personalised wedding decoration from Candy Cart Delights

25% Discount on a wedding cake from Claires Sweet Temptations

A £40 gift voucher to put towards a ‘gift for the groom boudoir shoot’ from RAB Photography

All proceeds from the competition will be donated to:

Registered Charity Number: 294354

Find the competition stand

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