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Every love story is different, just as every proposal and wedding will be. At Red Velvet Bakery it is our pleasure to help bring to life the day you both dreamed of. From our initial consultation, cake tasting and design session, to delivery and set up at your chosen wedding venue, we will make sure that every detail is taken care of.
All you have to do it turn up looking fabulous and enjoy your first day of forever.
Paper Starlights launches new collection
Paper Starlights, renowned for its beautiful and intricate star lanterns, has launched its new wedding collection to bring enchantment, sustainability and light to wedding celebrations. Handmade using responsibly sourced paper, these paper lanterns will add an elegant touch to wedding décor with their glowing aura and romantic design. "Whether you're planning a formal reception or an informal garden elopement, the right wedding lighting creates atmosphere and takes your big day into night", says Paper Starlights co-founder Andy Jupp.
Posted: 1 August 2023
Add a special touch to your wedding with help from The Crafty Lab
Those not heard of a wedding newspaper must live under a rock because it's a must-have at any wedding to add the wow factor. The Crafty Lab are a creative bunch that offers exceptional quality with personalised finishing touches for an affordable price! The husband-and-wife team have some hot-off-the-press news. In addition to the best-seller A5-sized newspaper booklets, they're now offering bigger and better A4 newspaper booklets! There's much more room to create a fantastic piece of wedding history to keep guests entertained - it will be a talking point for years to come!
Posted: 11 July 2023
How to make your wedding day dog-friendly
For many, dogs are considered to be a key member of the family, so when it comes to one of the most important days of a couple's lives, their wedding day, it's only natural that they want their four-legged friends to be involved in the celebrations. That being said, lots of strangers, loud noises and the unfamiliar location of a wedding can prove quite overwhelming for our canine companions, so if you want to include your dog in your big day, there are a couple of things you need to be aware of. Below, Carolyn Menteith, Behaviourist at tails.com has offered her top tips and advice on how to throw the 'paw-fect' wedding that will ensure both humans and dogs remain happy at all times.
Posted: 21 June 2023
Mental Health Awareness Week 15th-21st May
Planning a wedding can certainly be an exciting time, from picking the cake to choosing the entertainment, it's full of fun tasks to check off a to-do list. However, wedding planning can also come with a host of negativities such as worrying about money and feeling anxiety about family politics on the big day. Increasing evidence shows that gardens and green spaces are associated with better physical, social and mental health.
Posted: 17 May 2023
Check out Jools Wedding Celebrant's current wedding offer
To help couples create the perfect personalised day, Jools Wedding Celebrant is offering a complimentary ceremony add-on to make weddings extra special. Based in Nottingham, the company works with nearlyweds throughout the planning journey to create exclusive and unique ceremonies with no restrictions. Couples can exchange vows at any time and location by having a celebrant-led wedding. Ceremonies can be funny, serious or quirky – so get creative and think outside the box! Couples can have loved ones participate, and their pets are welcome to join in. Owner Julia Gaunt will guide pairs every step of the way, and they'll know they're in safe hands. After sharing their love story, how much they mean to each other and any future hopes/dreams, Julia will work her magic to create memorable ceremonies.
Posted: 4 April 2023
Honeymooning in your married name
If you are dreaming of jetting off to sandy shores with your sparkling new ring, spouse and matching passports...then this guide from NameSwitch will tell you how to make your dreams come true. Please do have a proper think about whether having matching passports straight away is really that important to you because, trust us when we say, it's not an easy thing to pull off! With recent changes to how processes work, effects of the Pandemic, and added complications like not being handed your marriage certificate on your wedding day, or needing the name on your NHS records to be the same as the one on your passport, an already stressful undertaking just got even more nail-biting! Now it's not mission impossible, but you do need 3 key things to be aligned (and nerves of steel) if this is going to work...
Posted: 2 January 2023
Outdated wedding laws need to change
In an article earlier this year there was discussion and praise aimed towards the Government's plans to allow outdoor weddings to be made permanent. The article also highlighted the eagerly awaited Law Commission report into marriage laws, which was due to be published in July. Now it has been published and we have had some time for the dust to settle, Kate Van Rol, Barrister at 4PB has looked into these recommendations, "Are wedding laws at present 'confusing, outdated and restrictive' as the Commission suggest, or would the implementation of their suggestions trivialise weddings and commercialise the ceremony?". Kate continues...
Posted: 14 December 2022
Discover Kilworth House in Leicestershire
Set in 38 acres of rolling parkland, Kilworth House is an elegant venue located in the heart of rural Leicestershire. With breathtaking views, expansive grounds, fi ne dining, luxurious accommodation and an outdoor theatre, what's not to love about this property? The hotel lies at the end of an inviting tree-lined approach that leads guests through the tranquil grounds to the well-maintained lawns and south-facing façade. Guests will love exploring the parklands and woodland areas, which create gorgeous backdrops to images. Exchange vows with 130 guests in the fully-restored Victorian Orangery, which features glorious rural views and vibrant natural lighting. After the vows, couples can enjoy drinks receptions on the terrace before returning to the Orangery for wedding breakfasts.
Posted: 13 December 2022
Sanders Menswear is under new ownership
Following the retirement of Robert Sanders in March 2022, Helen Kirk is very excited to be the first non-family member to carry the Sanders family business into new premises and ownership. After working with Sanders Menswear 90-yearold family business since 2002, she's pleased to confirm that they're continuing as agents of Peter Posh and are now bringing in an even wider selection into the store to view and try on. The team will continue offering Cameron Ross for their highland wear as well as making their formal hire range available to clients for the first time.
Posted: 17 November 2022
StemGem Events helps couples create the perfect outdoor weddings
StemGem Events is a family-run business that specialises in bespoke outdoor events with a twist. During Summer 2022, the team will be offering some amazing offers to help couples create their dream wedding. The company's canvas pole tents are handmade locally and can transform any outdoor space while providing the perfect shelter for either daytime or evening occasions. The team can turn any location into an ideal venue for weddings, parties or corporate events. The company not only offers tents, but an outdoor dancefloor, stage rigging, tables, chairs and lights. As well as this, the team works alongside other companies to offer food, entertainment and DJ services to provided the complete package for all occasions.
Posted: 27 October 2022
