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Monday, 9 April 2012
Saturday, 25 February 2012
The National Wedding Show
http://www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk/
Amado had a great day out on Friday at the National Wedding Show. There were so many great exhibitors, it was fantastic chance to meet everyone and say hi! We can't possibly share all the great people we met in just one post but here is a select view of some of our favourites....
www.ideasboxuk.com
Our first impression of this company was quite simply, wow! We could not find one thing about this company we didn't love. Ideas Box offer a selection of innovative ideas for your wedding. Our personal favourite was the ice cream trike! Our mouths were watering at the choice of the 200 flavours we could select from to have at an event. The delicious flavours on offer were all from Minghella Ice Cream and can be served in a selection of delightful waffle cones. Mmmmm! But it is not just ice cream they offer. There's a Tricycle for every occasion - Snow Cones, Candy Floss, Popcorn and Pimms! The Tricycles are decorated with style, adorned with beaded parasols for shade and an added touch of kitsch!
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| www.ideasboxuk.com |
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| www.ideasboxuk.com |
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| www,ideasboxuk.com |
www.sayfromage.co.uk
At Amado we love a quirky name and Say Fromage made us smile :) We met the lovely Tom Price at the National Wedding Show on the stand for Say Fromage!
They offer photo booths for your wedding so that you can capture some fantastically fun snaps of your guests. You can have a message added to your prints and even choose the colour of your backdrop to fit in with your colour scheme. Props are available so your guests can dress up and pose in wigs and funny glasses.
These images will really capture the fun of your day and can be uploaded to Facebook using the innovative touch screen. This will create some great images, sure to make you smile when you look back at your Big Day. All images are provided on both a web gallery and memory stick so you can look at them til your heart's content.
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| www.sayfromage.co.uk |
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| www.sayfromage.co.uk |
Mike is the winner of the Wedding Photographer of the Year and we can vouch for the fact that his images are wonderful. Whilst looking at this portfolio, several of the images made us gasp, they were so stunning. The photos really captured the beauty and the love of each day.
In addition to this, your images will be digitally perfected and ready for you when you are back from your honeymoon! So you won't have to wait too long to see them in all their glory! To add to the fantastic images, Mike is friendly and sure to put every couple at ease. What more could you ask for? Our favourites are below and feature a particularly beautiful couple....
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| www.mikegarrard.co.uk |
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| www.mikegarrard.co.uk |
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| www.mikegarrard.co.uk |
A & L xx
Thursday, 23 February 2012
Candy Colours
This Spring, take inspiration from the ad campaigns from Mulberry and Louis Vuitton and indulge in some ice cream colours.
Candy floss colours offer a wonderfully soft palette to choose from - you can mix peppermint green, lemon yellow and pastel pink. Layer all of these colours for the perfect Spring wedding with an eclectic feel. This theme is great fun to play around with, especially for the bride who doesn't want just one dominant colour.These colours can be incorporated at every stage of the day from make up and dresses to cakes and decorations. Have fun - mix and match with confidence and indulge your sweet tooth!
A & L xx
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| www.bing.com |
Candy floss colours offer a wonderfully soft palette to choose from - you can mix peppermint green, lemon yellow and pastel pink. Layer all of these colours for the perfect Spring wedding with an eclectic feel. This theme is great fun to play around with, especially for the bride who doesn't want just one dominant colour.These colours can be incorporated at every stage of the day from make up and dresses to cakes and decorations. Have fun - mix and match with confidence and indulge your sweet tooth!
A & L xx
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| www.hitched.co.uk |
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| www.weheartit.com |
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| www.inthetreehouse.co.uk |
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| www.stylemepretty.com |
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| www.hitched.co.uk |
Friday, 17 February 2012
http://www.missvintageaffair.co.uk/
http://www.missvintageaffair.co.uk/
This weekend Amado are heading to Surbiton to a vintage wedding fair. This fair promises vintage delights galore for the quirky bride to be. It has an array of exhibitors which are sure to provide a great selection of alternative suppliers.
Entry is free for Brides to be and just £1 for all others.
Here are a few of the suppliers we are especially looking forward to meeting.... See you there!! xx
This weekend Amado are heading to Surbiton to a vintage wedding fair. This fair promises vintage delights galore for the quirky bride to be. It has an array of exhibitors which are sure to provide a great selection of alternative suppliers.
Entry is free for Brides to be and just £1 for all others.
Here are a few of the suppliers we are especially looking forward to meeting.... See you there!! xx
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| www.thevintageweddinglist.c.uk |
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| www.whiteknot.co.uk |
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| www.lookdarling.com |
Thursday, 16 February 2012
www.amado.co.uk
This is a very quick post to announce the launch of our website! www.amado.co.uk is up and running, we hope you like it.
Please take a look and let us know what you think
A & L xx
Please take a look and let us know what you think
A & L xx
Sunday, 5 February 2012
The Cake Boutique
http://www.thecakeboutique.uk.com/
Amado were lucky enough to meet up with Melissa from The Cake Boutique and we were treated to a lovely surprise of tea and cake. The cakes were so delicious that we wanted to make sure everyone knows about Melissa and http://www.thecakeboutique.uk.com/
The Cake Boutique offer a wide variety of cakes, so there will be something for every taste and budget. Their flavours range from vanilla to red velvet and a great selection of buttercream flavours and fillings means you will be spoilt for choice. Melissa can also cater for any dietary requirements, and we can confirm that the gluten free sponge is very tasty!
Also available are some sweet treats which can double up as favours. Think mini cakes, cookies, cake pops and Push Cakes. Push Cakes are discs of cakes layered with buttercream, sweet sauces and sprinkles.They are really fun and with a personalised label, are fantastic edible favours.
Cake Boutique are always hot on the heels of the next trend as this time is no exception! They also offer Dessert Tables for the Bride and Groom with a sweet tooth. Ranging from £10-£25 per person, they can include a wonderful selection of delicious desserts for your guests. The choices are endless with cakes, mini cheesecakes, jellies, Push Cakes, chocolate dipped strawberries and a centrepiece on offer. Also included are jars and fish bowls of penny sweets and all of this to be tied in with your theme. An absolutely great idea to delight your guests and make sure they have enough energy to dance the night away at your wedding.
Please take a look at http://www.thecakeboutique.uk.com/ for more inspiring cake ideas!
A & L xx
Amado were lucky enough to meet up with Melissa from The Cake Boutique and we were treated to a lovely surprise of tea and cake. The cakes were so delicious that we wanted to make sure everyone knows about Melissa and http://www.thecakeboutique.uk.com/
The Cake Boutique offer a wide variety of cakes, so there will be something for every taste and budget. Their flavours range from vanilla to red velvet and a great selection of buttercream flavours and fillings means you will be spoilt for choice. Melissa can also cater for any dietary requirements, and we can confirm that the gluten free sponge is very tasty!
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| Fabulous mini cameo cakes |
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| Push Cakes |
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| Cake Pops |
Please take a look at http://www.thecakeboutique.uk.com/ for more inspiring cake ideas!
A & L xx
Saturday, 28 January 2012
Love Illustrated
http://www.love-illustrated.com/
We were lucky enough to meet the lovely Dave and Sian from Love Illustrated at the Alternative Wedding Fair (http://www.thealternativeweddingfair.com/).
Love Illustrated provide hand drawn bespoke wedding invites and Save the Dates. They offer a truly custom service that will ensure you have an invite that is as individual as you are. Their designs are fabulous, fun and quirky and at Amado, we simply love them! They will work to accommodate all budgets and ideas, so let your imagination run wild!
Also check out their Etsy shop for some of their most popular designs. These can be made to accommodate all your details into a design they have already created. http://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveIllustrated?ref=top_trail
We hope you like them just as much as we do!
A & L xx
We were lucky enough to meet the lovely Dave and Sian from Love Illustrated at the Alternative Wedding Fair (http://www.thealternativeweddingfair.com/).
Love Illustrated provide hand drawn bespoke wedding invites and Save the Dates. They offer a truly custom service that will ensure you have an invite that is as individual as you are. Their designs are fabulous, fun and quirky and at Amado, we simply love them! They will work to accommodate all budgets and ideas, so let your imagination run wild!
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| Custom design from Love Ilustrated |
Also check out their Etsy shop for some of their most popular designs. These can be made to accommodate all your details into a design they have already created. http://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveIllustrated?ref=top_trail
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| Love Illustrated - Etsy |
A & L xx
Friday, 27 January 2012
DIY Decoration
A creative and cheap way to decorate your day is by creating some pieces yourself.
A basic jar is a great place to start and can make some really pretty decorations for your wedding day.
So start collecting your jam jars now and check out these lovely ideas.......
A & L xxx
Images from:
www.beautyandbeach.com
www.milomade.co.uk
www.etsy.com
abeautifulmess.typepad.com
http://pinterest.com/victoriamajor/
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A basic jar is a great place to start and can make some really pretty decorations for your wedding day.
So start collecting your jam jars now and check out these lovely ideas.......
A & L xxx
www.beautyandbeach.com
www.milomade.co.uk
www.etsy.com
abeautifulmess.typepad.com
http://pinterest.com/victoriamajor/
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Tuesday, 24 January 2012
Barn Style
If you're struggling to find a venue that can offer everything you want for your big day, why not try a barn?
This alternative venue option is becoming more and more popular and here at Amado we completely understand why! Barns have a unique atmosphere and are perfect for those couples who are looking for an intimate yet relaxed reception. Many barns have been restored to a very high standard, with high ceilings and real oak beams giving a real sense of authenticity.
Our favourite barn quality is that they are the perfect blank canvas allowing you to decorate and style your wedding exactly as you want it, with no exceptions.
Check out some of our fav barn images...
L & A xxx
Images from :
www.prettylittlewedding.com
www.wedding-in-essex.co.uk
www.greenweddingshoes.com
www.weddingbee.com
theantiquedoor.blogspot.com
This alternative venue option is becoming more and more popular and here at Amado we completely understand why! Barns have a unique atmosphere and are perfect for those couples who are looking for an intimate yet relaxed reception. Many barns have been restored to a very high standard, with high ceilings and real oak beams giving a real sense of authenticity.
Our favourite barn quality is that they are the perfect blank canvas allowing you to decorate and style your wedding exactly as you want it, with no exceptions.
Check out some of our fav barn images...
L & A xxx
Images from :
www.prettylittlewedding.com
www.wedding-in-essex.co.uk
www.greenweddingshoes.com
www.weddingbee.com
theantiquedoor.blogspot.com
Sunday, 22 January 2012
Beau Events
http://www.beau-events.co.uk/
This week we had the pleasure of meeting up with Fi from Beau Events. If you are after chair covers and bows then this should be your first port of call. Beau Events have over 200 colours and a selection of fabrics for you to choose from. They will also do their very best to ensure you have the exact colour you are after. As they make all of their bows and swags, you can rest assured that all of your detailing will colour match perfectly.
Beau Events will also ensure that their expert team decorate your chairs as per their very high standards and check them all before they are happy with your venue on your big day.
Beau Events offer a consultation service with no obligation to buy so if you are unsure let them guide you through all they have to offer!
A & L xx
This week we had the pleasure of meeting up with Fi from Beau Events. If you are after chair covers and bows then this should be your first port of call. Beau Events have over 200 colours and a selection of fabrics for you to choose from. They will also do their very best to ensure you have the exact colour you are after. As they make all of their bows and swags, you can rest assured that all of your detailing will colour match perfectly.
Beau Events will also ensure that their expert team decorate your chairs as per their very high standards and check them all before they are happy with your venue on your big day.
Beau Events offer a consultation service with no obligation to buy so if you are unsure let them guide you through all they have to offer!
A & L xx
Sunday, 15 January 2012
Rainbow Wedding
Wash away the winter blues with a Rainbow themed celebration
Can't decide on a colour for your big day... then don't! A hot trend for 2012 brides is a Rainbow Wedding.
Use bright, bold tones to enhance your big day and amaze your guests with a world of colour.
Check out some of these rainbow themed images:
A & L x
Images from
www.lelanewyork.com
www.loveandlavender.com
www.weddinggawker.com
www.bridalmusings.com
Wednesday, 11 January 2012
Monkton Barn
http://www.monktonbarngalleries.co.uk/
We were lucky enough to visit Monkton Barn at the weekend, and we just have to share this hidden gem with you all.
Monkton Barn is in Marlow, and is just a short drive from the High Street there. On arrival, we received a very warm welcome from Peter, who runs the barn with his wife Wendy (http://www.wendyaldissportraitsandweddings.co.uk/).
The barn has been available for weddings since January last year and has been a great success since then. Included in the hire of the barn, is also the courtyard area and a 10 acre meadow. This venue gives you the ability to completely create a wedding day that is just the way you want it! There are no suppliers that you must use and you can use the space just as you want it. The light and airy converted barn is the perfect space for your dining and dancing the night away. The open courtyard allows guests to spill outside, whilst they enjoy their drinks on a cool summers evening, But the real bonus to this venue is the meadow. This can simply be used for parking and is plenty to accommodate all of your guests. However if you like, you can set this up for entertainment, activities and even camping!
Whilst the venue does not dictate your suppliers, they are happy to help you and recommend those they know and trust. This venue is very much worth a visit for those of you searching for the perfect setting for a country wedding. Secluded and scenic, Monkton Barn will allow you create an event that is as unique as you are!
A & L x
We were lucky enough to visit Monkton Barn at the weekend, and we just have to share this hidden gem with you all.
The barn has been available for weddings since January last year and has been a great success since then. Included in the hire of the barn, is also the courtyard area and a 10 acre meadow. This venue gives you the ability to completely create a wedding day that is just the way you want it! There are no suppliers that you must use and you can use the space just as you want it. The light and airy converted barn is the perfect space for your dining and dancing the night away. The open courtyard allows guests to spill outside, whilst they enjoy their drinks on a cool summers evening, But the real bonus to this venue is the meadow. This can simply be used for parking and is plenty to accommodate all of your guests. However if you like, you can set this up for entertainment, activities and even camping!
A & L x
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