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 »
Let’s Talk About Money: Wedding Budgeting
When planning a wedding, money matters. So, let’s talk about money. I tell all of my clients that before they begin planning their dream wedding, they need to have a common vision of their wedding and a common understanding of their budget. Most couples need to sit down, first and foremost, and talk about how… Read more »
Wedding Planning: Invitation Wording
Rebecca Arthurs Photography Right about now in your wedding planning you are probably starting to think about your invitations. Likely you will meet with and or contact several stationers for quotes, and will learn all about flat vs. letterpress vs. engraved printing. One thing that many couples don’t expect about drafting their wedding invitations, is… Read more »
Setting Your Wedding Budget
Hailey Tash Photography Defining a wedding budget may not be the most romantic part of the big day, but it’s an essential component of the planning process. Couples who come to French’s Point are curious about the ocean views and immaculate grounds, but they also want to learn about costs and the bottom line, no matter… Read more »
Vintage & Antique Shopping for Design Props
You’ve fallen in love with vintage-inspired weddings. And you’ve spent months pinning your favorite details: picture frames, wooden chairs, birdcages and antique mirrors. And you know exactly what you want your wedding to look like. But actually finding the vintage props and decor accents is much more intensive than it may seem on Pinterest. Luckily,… Read more »
Planning Your Maine Wedding: Part II: Vendor Selection
This is the second in our five-part series based on the wedding planning help that I offer my clients at French’s Point. In this series, I provide tips on central concerns like budget creation, vendor selection, timeline management, the ceremony, and set-up, addressing each topic in the order that I typically address it with the… Read more »