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Let's Talk Weddings

89 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -

The Let's Talk Weddings Podcast aims to bring you useful hints, tips and tricks to help you plan the ultimate wedding. Brought to you by the wedding planners at The Wedding and Event Creators with over 10 years experience planning weddings, these episodes are filled to the brim with practical and useful advice for any type of wedding covering food, alcohol, weather, styling, timelines, DIY ideas, budget tips and much much more. Plus featuring some fantastic interviews with experts across a range of fields. Enjoy!

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Episodes

Wedding Bands with Ellie from Oberon Lane

July 23, 2019 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

Today's podcast is all about wedding bands and we sit down for an interview with the lovely Ellie from Oberon Lane. Choosing the right music for your wedding day can really set the scene for an epic or….boring reception!  You want to ensure you have music that gets your guests up and onto that dance floor and enjoying the best part of the evening after all those formalities are done. This is the part of the wedding that will have your guests raving about for years to come. In this episode,...

All there is to know about Wedding Invitations with White Cherry Invitations

July 09, 2019 14:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MB

On today's episode, we are diving into the world of wedding stationery, when to send your invites, what to include on your invites and all of the details in between. Wedding invitations are one of the first things that your guests will see and often set the tone of what guests are to expect on the wedding day itself.  Your wedding invites can help showcase the vibe of your wedding day and also build excitement and anticipation in the lead-up. On this episode, I sit down for a chat with gu...

All there is to know about Wedding Invitations with White Cherry Invitations

July 09, 2019 14:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MB

On today's episode, we are diving into the world of wedding stationery, when to send your invites, what to include on your invites and all of the details in between. Wedding invitations are one of the first things that your guests will see and often set the tone of what guests are to expect on the wedding day itself.  Your wedding invites can help showcase the vibe of your wedding day and also build excitement and anticipation in the lead-up. On this episode, I sit down for a chat with gu...

What is the role of a Wedding MC? Interview with MC Adam Straney

June 25, 2019 14:00 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB

Apart from having an amazing wedding coordinator on your day (aka my company of course) it’s so so important to have a killer MC that works together with the venue to help the wedding both run on time but also flow beautifully to keep a fantastic wedding vibe. An MC is someone that can cue all the key areas of your wedding and provide fantastic wording to help flow and connect your formalities and introduce all those special moments. We often find that our couples really struggle as to who...

All About Your Wedding Photography- An Interview with Red Berry Photography

June 11, 2019 14:00 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MB

On today's podcast episode we are talking all things wedding photography.  Having gorgeous professional photos from your wedding I think is so important, the day goes so quickly and a good photographer will often capture those moments that you may have missed or in the whirlwind weren't fully present for.  Things like details of the styling you worked so hard on or candid moments hugging with your dad can all be documented for you to look back on. On today's episode, I interview Chris fro...

The 10 Step Process to Planning your Wedding

May 28, 2019 14:00 - 10 minutes - 4.73 MB

We have couples come to us to help in their wedding planning at all stages, some are yet to choose a venue, while others are deep into the planning process, but have found themselves overwhelmed and time poor and need some help with the next steps. There is no right or wrong way to plan a wedding, well there are some do’s and don’t to try and stick to but everyone plans a little different.  I have also put together a basic checklist in order from the start of your planning to the big day t...

Children at Weddings- Yay or Nay?

May 14, 2019 14:00 - 21 minutes - 9.99 MB

To have or not to have kiddies at your wedding...that is the question We are coming across more weddings that are having children incorporated into certain portions of the wedding day.  A lot of our lovely couples are actually blending two families with previous children or already have children together or their close families children they want to include in the wedding. Whatever your choice is about deciding to have children at your wedding or not, it's good to have some input from the...

Venue Spotlight; Seacliff House, Gerringong

April 30, 2019 14:00 - 19 minutes - 9.07 MB

We will be doing some venue spotlight podcasts to find out details about some of our amazing local wedding venues. On today's podcast episode I sit down for a chat with Brendan the owner of Seacliff House in Gerringong. Seacliff is a gorgeous property that hosts weddings of up to 150 guests and we have done many events at the venue before. The property has stunning rural and ocean views- across dairy pastures and to the sparkling sea beyond, making it a unique property on our south coast fo...

Our top 3 ways to style on a budget!

April 16, 2019 14:00 - 7 minutes - 3.36 MB

Everyone wants the epic Pinterest and Insta worthy wedding, but reality is not everyone has the hundreds of thousands to drop on that. In this podcast we have come up with some savvy way to be smart with your wedding styling  Tune in to hear our top 3 ways to Style on A Budget www.theweddingandeventcreators.com.au www.thegelatobike.com.au

How to create the ULTIMATE wedding reception!

April 02, 2019 13:00 - 11 minutes - 5.48 MB

Most wedding receptions go for about 5 hours, which is the majority of your actual wedding day, so making sure your reception has an absolute killer vibe is key to the best wedding day ever!  Think back to the last few weddings, parties or nights out that were awesome for you- what made them stand out? Good drinks, the venue, maybe the company you shared it with?    In this episode we delve into some key factors in making your wedding reception absolutely amazing! Tune in! www.theweddinga...

How to create the ULTIMATE wedding reception!

April 02, 2019 13:00 - 11 minutes - 5.48 MB

Most wedding receptions go for about 5 hours, which is the majority of your actual wedding day, so making sure your reception has an absolute killer vibe is key to the best wedding day ever!  Think back to the last few weddings, parties or nights out that were awesome for you- what made them stand out? Good drinks, the venue, maybe the company you shared it with?    In this episode we delve into some key factors in making your wedding reception absolutely amazing! Tune in! www.theweddinga...

Wedding Dessert Ideas

February 03, 2019 13:00 - 12 minutes - 5.6 MB

Let’s talk wedding desserts- so many ideas so little time! Just do a google or Pinterest search and you can get the ideas flowing. Here are a few wedding dessert ideas and inspiration we will talk about in this podcast: Gelato and Ice-cream (including our new venture The Gelato Bike) Dessert Buffets Cheese Cake Towers Dessert Canapés Plated Cake Make sure you subscribe to our Podcast & follow us in Instagram (@wedeventcreators) Learn more about The Gelato Bike HERE Read our blog on ...

Ways to save money on your wedding!

January 01, 2019 13:00 - 9 minutes - 4.58 MB

Todays episode gives you some helpful hints on where you can save money when planning your wedding. Check out more blogs at www.theweddingandeventcreators.com.au Get a FREE $30 Hire Discount Voucher when you signup to our newsletter HERE

Ways to save money on your wedding!

January 01, 2019 13:00 - 9 minutes - 4.58 MB

Todays episode gives you some helpful hints on where you can save money when planning your wedding. Check out more blogs at www.theweddingandeventcreators.com.au Get a FREE $30 Hire Discount Voucher when you signup to our newsletter HERE

What does a wedding coordinator do?

December 18, 2018 13:00 - 12 minutes - 5.99 MB

People often get confused between all the different terms and who does what so I thought it might be a good idea to run through the role of a wedding coordinator. Read our full blog post HERE www.theweddingandeventcreators.com.au

Things to consider when having an Outdoor Wedding

December 11, 2018 13:00 - 9 minutes - 4.27 MB

I thought it would be a great idea to discuss things to consider when having an outdoor wedding, and its interesting because we always have back up plans for wet weather but I think the wind needs to be considered just as much as the rain and if not more. We love outdoor weddings and I would say the majority of the weddings we do are outdoor ceremonies and people enjoy some outside time for pre drinks canape time so when you add up the time spent outside for weddings, it probably tends to b...

The Seating Chart

December 04, 2018 13:00 - 11 minutes - 5.54 MB

Seating Charts.........they can be a pain in the bum to arrange......especially with large guest numbers or interesting family dynamics! In this episode we delve into how you go about getting your RSVPS's back, what to include on your RSVP card, the importance of getting dietary requirements from your guests, and top apps/websites and ways to go about putting your seating plan and chart together. Read our blog on seating charts HERE! www.theweddingandeventcreators.com.au

Interview: Amy from Wed Shed; Wedding Planning Tips & Chit Chat

November 27, 2018 13:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MB

In Part 2 of our chat with Amy from Wed Shed we delve into an awesome chat about all things 'wedding'. Amy is a wealth of knowledge on wedding planning and we discuss what Wed Shed's couples often email in to ask them to answer or help with during their wedding planning journey. A must listen! Thanks to Amy from Wed Shed for allowing us to pick their knowledgeable brains- what a privilege!  You can find WedShed at their website: WedShed WedShed on Facebook: Facebook WedShed on Instagram: ...

Interview: Amy from Wed Shed; All things Wedding Venues!

November 20, 2018 13:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MB

We sit chat down with Amy from Wed Shed to chat about how to find the perfect wedding venue. For anyone that hasn't come across Wed Shed before, there are basically the 'Air B&B' of wedding venues, and have a unique mix of properties for hire on their website for weddings, from barns, sheds and heaps more and connects couples with these fantastic venues.  If you are on the hunt for a wedding venue or just wondering what you need to be mindful of and consider for the venue you have already ...

Interview: Karen Willis Holmes

November 06, 2018 13:00 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MB

We were privileged to sit down with highly acclaimed dress designer Karen Willis Holmes in her Sydney home. KWH dresses have been featured across a range of high profile media through the years from blogs like Hello May, Green Wedding Shoes, through to print magazines like Vogue, Cosmo Bride and Modern Wedding, just to name a few. In this episode Karen shares her insight on everything from how to choose the right dress for your body, who you should take dress shopping, how far in advance y...

Interview: Faye of Faye Cahill Cake Design

October 16, 2018 13:00 - 18 minutes - 8.43 MB

In this episode I sit down with the talented cake decorator Faye from Faye Cahill Cake Design in her Sydney Studio. Faye is highly regarded for producing stand-out amazing quality wedding cakes, with her detailed work and gorgeous designs that have been featured across a wide range of media and magazines over the years. We have a chat about everything and anything wedding cake related and is a must listen for any couples on the hunt for a wedding cake. You can find Faye at her website: F...

Including loved ones in your wedding

October 09, 2018 13:00 - 7 minutes - 3.61 MB

Wedding days are meant to be shared with your family and friends, and including them in the lead-up and on the day of the wedding can be part of that journey and make it all the more fun, albeit sometimes stressful (depending on your family of course). I think including family members is pretty awesome, as long as it makes you comfortable and you control the level of involvement. This episode is all about how to include your close family and loved ones in your special day. Check out our la...

Breaking Traditions

October 02, 2018 14:00 - 8 minutes - 3.76 MB

You can take on board as many or as little traditions that you want, at the end of the day, we live in modern times and we have seen it all. Some couples choose to keep each and every one of the original wedding traditions from first dance, bridal party, bouquet and garter toss and so on. Whilst other couples maybe choose 1 or 2 that means a lot to them they want to keep and toss out the rest. In this podcast we discuss a range of traditions and alternatives you may or may not want to inc...

Interview: DJ Nana Blade

September 25, 2018 14:00 - 31 minutes - 14.7 MB

A wedding DJ can make or break the DFloor at your wedding, so it's super important to make sure you ask all the right questions and lock in the perfect DJ! This episode we sit down with DJ Nana Blade and discuss everything couples might need to know on how to choose a wedding DJ. We discuss what you can expect to pay for a DJ, how to qualify good from not so crash hot DJ's, what songs you need to start choosing for your formalities, what you may or may not need to hire in for your DJ and...

Interview: Cath from Coastal Ceremonies

September 19, 2018 14:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MB

Finding the person that will conduct your ceremony is such an important step in your wedding planning journey. Choosing a celebrant that reflects you both as a couple, is super important as it sets the scene for your life together and the rest of your wedding day! In this episode we sit down for a chat with Cath from Coastal Ceremonies and she shares her experience and insight to answer all our celebrant questions. You can find Cath at her website: Coastal Ceremonies Check out our lates...

Interview: Megan from Makeup By Megan

September 11, 2018 14:00 - 21 minutes - 9.92 MB

In this episode, we sat down with the lovely makeup artist Megan from Makeup by Megan to have a chat. Megan is an absolute wealth of knowledge and the absolute master in luminous lightweight natural makeup Megan has over 15 years experience and has trained under the best of the best in the industry. During our interview, she gave us a huge amount of insight into how to prep your skin in the lead up to your wedding, what to expect on wedding morning and answers many pressing questions bride...

Why you don't need a bridal party

September 04, 2018 14:00 - 5 minutes - 2.72 MB

Do you or Don't you? Ultimately the choice is yours if you do decide to have a bridal party, and that is absolutely fine, but this episode we discuss reasons why you don't have to feel like you HAVE to have a bridal party and valid reasons behind deciding not to. Check out our latest blogs full of tips for your DIY wedding: 5 Reasons why you Don’t Need A Bridal Party

How to write your own wedding run sheet

August 28, 2018 14:00 - 9 minutes - 4.52 MB

A wedding day run sheet is one of the most important things to have on your wedding day! It's our absolute bible as a coordinator and you most definitely need one! This episode we delve into the depths of run sheets and wedding day timelines. I give you all my insider knowledge about what makes a fantastic run sheet, what you need to include (and not forget), who needs to receive your run sheet and how more importantly to lay it all out. Check out our latest blogs full of tips for your DIY...

Interview: Jess of Henry Clive Caravan Bar

August 21, 2018 14:00 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MB

We sit down with Jess from Henry Clive Caravan Bar, Jess was a wealth of knowledge when it comes to what alcohol to buy, how much booze to purchase, and where to get said Booze! We have included a very useful alcohol calculator and summary in our show notes so be sure to check out our blog on the website. About Henry Clive; Henry Clive Caravan Bar is a classic caravan bar that oozes elegance, class & sophistication. The Henry Clive Crew will arrive on site to your wedding or event & take c...

Why having a backup plan is an absolute must!

August 14, 2018 14:00 - 4 minutes - 2.02 MB

A bride’s worst nightmare it pouring rain on their wedding day but having a good back up weather plan in place will ensure it doesn’t all end in disaster. Often we dream of balmy weather, a nice breeze and the perfect outdoor wedding by the beach or beside a tree in a beautiful garden. Reality is (especially on the south coast!) the weather can be unpredictable. This doesn’t mean that with a bit of forwarding planning your back up plan can’t be just as beautiful as the original one. We run t...

How to pick the perfect wedding venue!

August 09, 2018 14:00 - 6 minutes - 2.92 MB

Choosing the right wedding venue that ticks all your boxes is the first step to your wedding. The overall flow and vibe of the day are most certainly dictated by your venue choice. Some vendors or styling ideas simply won't work at some venues so its important to make the right choice for a venue and consider all aspect to help in the decision process. Check out our latest blog full of tips for picking your perfect wedding venue: How to pick the perfect wedding venue!

Interview: Jo of Garnish Creative Catering

July 31, 2018 14:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MB

We sit down for a chat with the lovely Jo from Garnish Catering for all things catering! We discuss everything you need to know about organising a caterer, types of food service, the pros and cons of cocktail vs sit down and everything you need to consider when planning your wedding, food-wise! You can find Jo at her website: Garnish Creative Catering Garnish Creative Catering on Facebook: Facebook Garnish Creative Catering on Instagram: Instagram Check out our latest blogs full of tips...

Important Things to Consider When Having a Beach Ceremony

July 24, 2018 14:00 - 6 minutes - 3.19 MB

Beach ceremonies are super popular, especially over the warmer months in Australia, everyone loves the beach! Here are some important things to think about when deciding if a beach ceremony is for you, and tips on how to host your ceremony on the beach. Check out our latest blog full of tips for your beach wedding ceremony: Important Things to Consider When Having a Beach Ceremony!

Cocktail VS Sit Down Weddings

July 17, 2018 14:00 - 9 minutes - 4.56 MB

I wanted to run through some considerations for a sit-down meal and what you might need to think about, we can then move onto what to expect or think about when having a cocktail wedding. Visit our website for our blog on Sit down vs cocktail style weddings and Sit Down Wedding Checklist: Cocktail VS Sit Down Weddings

Interview: Florist Elyza from Ivy Lane Collective

July 10, 2018 14:00 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MB

We are always asked by our brides for help in choosing a florist and how to go about choosing their gorgeous wedding florals. In this Podcast we interview Elyza from Ivy Lane Collective, an amazing florist who we adore working with during wedding season. Our chat with Elyza covers some useful topics that will help guide brides out there on their wedding floral path including; Should you go to the flower market or DIY your florals? What to expect to pay for an overhead installation and wha...

Interview: Florist Elyza from Ivy Lane Collective

July 10, 2018 14:00 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MB

We are always asked by our brides for help in choosing a florist and how to go about choosing their gorgeous wedding florals. In this Podcast we interview Elyza from Ivy Lane Collective, an amazing florist who we adore working with during wedding season. Our chat with Elyza covers some useful topics that will help guide brides out there on their wedding floral path including; Should you go to the flower market or DIY your florals? What to expect to pay for an overhead installation and wha...

5 Expert Tips for Planning your Wedding

July 03, 2018 14:00 - 9 minutes - 4.31 MB

The week before your wedding can be a stressful and busy time, suppliers are needing last minute queries answered, the venue may be ringing to confirm your guest numbers, the family is arriving, things need to be picked up and dropped off and it’s all a little crazy! Check out our latest blog full of tips for your DIY wedding:5 Expert Tips for Planning your Wedding

The Top 5 Things Forgotten at a DIY Wedding

June 26, 2018 14:00 - 13 minutes - 6.28 MB

The week before your wedding can be a stressful and busy time, suppliers are needing last minute queries answered, the venue may be ringing to confirm your guest numbers, the family is arriving, things need to be picked up and dropped off and it’s all a little crazy! Being as organised as you can with a good checklist in advance means you can feel more at ease knowing nothing has been overlooked. Any style can apply to Winter Weddings of course, but it really lends itself to going wild wit...

Tips for having a winter wedding!

June 21, 2018 14:00 - 9 minutes - 4.24 MB

We always suggest having an earlier ceremony time during non-daylight savings and the cooler weather months to the advantage of the beautiful afternoon. Why not do something different and instead of Pims or a chilled cocktail for your post-ceremony drinks, adding a warm or Wintery style drink to your bar menu. Any style can apply to Winter Weddings of course, but it really lends itself to going wild with Winter and Autumn colour tones. Winter is often overlooked for weddings as it doesn’t...