Category: wedding planning

How Early Should I Book My Wedding Venue?

How Early Should I Book My Wedding Venue?

Couples often ask me how early they should book their wedding venue. Of course, this all depends on a number of factors: How long would you like the engagement period to be? Do you have life commitments (school, work, vacation, moving, home purchase) that need to be factored in to your timing? Do you have… Read more »

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How Do I Make Lodging Blocks?

How Do I Make Lodging Blocks?

Almost every wedding that takes place at French’s Point is a family affair for our clients. With such a momentous occasion to look forward to, it is very common for the family to offer their assistance as wedding plans are being made. So, oftentimes parents and other family and friends participate in wedding planning at various points in the process…. Read more »

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Wedding Day Emergency Kit

Wedding Day Emergency Kit

Let’s start off by saying, we hope everything on your wedding day goes off without a hitch. However, with all of the logistics to think about, the many people participating in the event, the dresses and shoes and undergarments, not to mention the emotions involved in a wedding, it’s best to be ready in case… Read more »

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How Can I Help: Honeymoon Planning

How Can I Help: Honeymoon Planning

Almost every wedding that takes place at French’s Point is a family affair for our clients. Often times parents and other family and friends participate in the wedding planning at various points in the process. Many hands make light work, right? With such a momentous occasion to look forward to, it is very common for the family… Read more »

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Do I Have to Assign Seating at my Wedding?

Do I Have to Assign Seating at my Wedding?

You might not know this, but before French’s Point owner, Jessika Brooks Brewer, took on the stewardship of this incredible waterfront wedding venue, she was a wedding planner. Her long years of experience means she’s pretty much seen it all. In this post, she’s going to highlight the pros and cons of using seating charts,… Read more »

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Vendor Spotlight: Emily Elizabeth Events

Vendor Spotlight: Emily Elizabeth Events

French’s Point Estate is thrilled to continue our series of blog posts spotlighting amazing Maine wedding vendors that help to make weddings at our waterfront wedding venue not only successful but truly the embodiment of the experience our clients strive to craft for their family and friends. This series will showcase some of the best providers from our vibrant,… Read more »

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How Can I Help: Farewell Brunch

How Can I Help: Farewell Brunch

Almost every wedding that takes place at French’s Point is a family affair for our clients. Often times parents and other family and friends participate in the wedding planning at various points in the process. Many hands make light work, right? With such a momentous occasion to look forward to, it is very common for the… Read more »

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Resource Guide for French’s Point Couples 2017

Resource Guide for French’s Point Couples 2017

Here at French’s Point, our main goal is to make sure you have the wedding of your dreams. This isn’t just something we say, we actively work to ensure that you have everything you need to organize and produce a wedding celebration that your guests will enjoy and that ultimately reflects who you are as… Read more »

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Craft Beer in Your Maine Wedding

Craft Beer in Your Maine Wedding

When you think of Maine you probably think of lobsters, moose, pine trees, and weddings. What you might not think of is beer. Well, we’re here to introduce you to the thriving and growing Maine beer industry and to offer up some seasonal brews that might be a great addition to your Maine wedding. With… Read more »

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5 Tips for Planning a Spring Wedding

5 Tips for Planning a Spring Wedding

Outdoor weddings can be absolutely gorgeous, especially in Maine, where we are blessed to experience the four seasons, each with their own charm and beauty. Spring weddings, combined with the smell of fresh flowers and signs of new life, set the perfect stage to begin a new chapter of your life. Spring is considered “off-season”… Read more »

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