Fishing For Compliments

Yorkshire Brides Industry Awards



We are very aware that brides wear holes in their shoes and have earned their stripes for the time and effort they put into the search for those truly magical ingredients that make up a memorable wedding day. And while doing this, they've got to know suppliers from gown designers to wedding planners, caterers, stationery designers, jewellers, florists, photographers and hundreds more.

Now they're inviting YOU to cast your vote in the Yorkshire Brides Wedding Industry Awards 2008.

This year Little Fish Events is entering the awards categories for 'Finishing Touches & Wedding Planner of the Year' and also 'Stationery Designer of the year'. If you think that the service we have provided for you deserves recognition, then we would thoroughly appreciate your vote.

To tell them who's providing service par excellence, please click on the link and complete the on-line form http://www.yorkshirebrides.co.uk/awards_voting.php

With thanks for your support,
Hannah and the Little Fish Team.

Ebay Shop Launched!

Another Way to Fish for Products...



We are thrilled to announce that our ebay shop is now open! To celebrate the launch, we are offereing a full refund of your sample purchase, when you place an order of £75 or more before June 30th 2008. Offer applies to one sample per customer and excludes the cost of P&P.

All the best with your wedding plans!

To visit the ebay shop, please visit http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Handmade-Wedding-Invites-Favours

To see our full range of designs please visit http://www.littlefishevents.co.uk/Littlefishevents/brochure.html

To see our full range of products please visit http://www.littlefishevents.co.uk/Littlefishevents/stationery.html

As Featured On...

Heart 106 fm



As part of the build up to Sarah & Tim's Wedding Day on Saturday May 24th, Heart FM interviewed Hannah at Little Fish Events to get her professional opinion on the financial implications of a planning your Big Day. Don't forget to tune into Heart 106 on May 20th. Here are our money saving tips to beat the credit crunch!

number one; better late than never
With a late afternoon wedding, you only have to cater for your guests once. And with food and beverage expenses making up around 20% of your wedding budget, it’s a great place to trim the costs.

number two; shopaholics
Yes you’ve fallen in love with your dream dress in a gorgeous boutique, but it doesn’t mean they are selling at the best price. Get three quotes, search the internet and if necessary, practice your bartering skills. Regardless of what the assistant says, the dress will still be there next week.

number three; excel in excel
Open a spreadsheet, plan your budget and then stick to it. By being honest with each other about the type of wedding you want, and the amount you have to spend with mean less stress and less arguments later on. Factor in a contingency of 10% so if you have a budget of £8,000 then plan to spend £7,250 and leave £750 for emergencies.

number four; invest in a thermos
Saying you are going to cut back on everything you enjoy doing in order to splash out on an Ian Stuart dress may seem realistic when you are planning your budget, but let’s face it, it’s not going to happen. Plan to cut out one treat, put the money in a jar each day and see the saving grow over the months. If you forego a coffee on the way to work every other morning, you will have a piggy bank worth a pair of Jimmy Choos by the end of the year. And a themos is just so now!

number five; up close and personal
At the end of the day, remember what’s happening. You are getting married. It’s not all about a wedding, its about you and your partner saying ‘I do’ in front of your loved ones. So the flower ribbon is two shades lighter then the bridesmaids dresses. Does it really matter? Just relax and enjoy the day.

We would like to wish Sarah and Tim, winners of 'The Perfect Wedding' all the very best for a happy and healthy future together. Enjoy your special day.

For more information on Heart 106's fabulous competition please visit
http://www.heart106.com/the-perfect-wedding-3245

This Month's Top Tip

From Fashion Fever



A live band is a great way to inject energy and atmosphere into your wedding reception and with a little planning you can ensure they perform at their best. In this Month's Top Tip, musician and performer Mick Howcroft from the fabulous 'Fashion Fever' shares his sectret for a successful event.

number one; don't skimp on the DJ
All performers need a break, so booking a DJ as well as a band is fundamental for an entertaining evening! The DJ can warm up the audience before the band perform, play in the interval and finish off the evening after the band have finished - so the music's non stop. Ensure the DJ & band communicate beforehand so they don't repeat songs.

number two; all change
Make sure you have organised somewhere for the band to change. Asking them to share the space in the washrooms with your guests is no fun for anyone! Give the job of welcoming the band and showing them where everything is to a friend or family member, so you're free to enjoy your wedding.

number three; fed and watered
you may have chosen your dream band from all over the country, so be sensitive that they may need some refreshments after a long journey. Ask your caterer to provide a platter of sandwiches and plenty of drinks so they're on top form for the evening ahead, it'll be thoroughly appreciated!

For more information and to listen to a demo tape please visit
http://www.fashion-fever.co.uk/