A Fresh Take on Wedding Stationery by Cheshire Stationery Designer

Sticky Snail Design is a Cheshire based company run by Lucy Boyle who's impressive CV includes having provided title sequences and content graphics to prestigeous programmes such as Coronation Street, Tonight with Trevor McDonald, Cracker and Queer As Folk.

Lucy's creative talents have now lead her into the wedding industry designing unique, contemporary wedding stationery that is of superior quality, using the finest Italian papers, whilst remaining affordable.

You can see some more examples of Lucy's work on her website http://www.stickysnaildesign.co.uk where you can also order samples.

Or, you can visit Lucy at the following wedding fayres where she will be exhibiting in the coming months:

• Trafford Centre Debenhams on the 31st of January and 1st of February



• The Rhinewood Hotel in Glazebrook, Warrington on the 22nd February



• The Paddington House Hotel in Warrington on the 15th March

Sarah Houston Couture Bridal Collection

Mrs2Be is proud to present the couture bridal collection of US newcomer Sarah Houston. Sarah's collection was launched at the British Bridal Exhibition in Harrogate in September 08. The collection is now to be showcased at select stores around the UK. A list of Sarah Houston designer days can be found at HERE.

The collection will be available from hand selected bridal outlets throughout the UK in the coming months.

The gowns themselves are beautifully designed to provide a perfect blend of "spirit of old world charm to the essence of the modern day".

Sarah custom designs all her own laces to create a signature look that is truly authentic & original and captures the essence and individuality of each gown.

This collection is so romantic and timeless as she combines lush satin crepes with silk chiffons and organzas each immersed in textures designed to flow.

But take a look for yourselves and see what you think as the collection can be viewed online HERE.

Ian Stuart Bridal 2009 Collection

The new Ian Stuart Bridal collection Belle Epoque can now be seen on ShelaghM. The collection is as dramatic as you would expect from Ian with some beautiful examples of dramatic design.

So if you are looking for something show stopping for your big day - why not take a peep!

Frugle Weddings

We are all well aware of the current economic difficulties - let's face it, you would have to be a hermit not to. But how is this affecting your wedding plans? The general consensus is that people are planning to spend less on their big day but is that true of you? If so, where are you planning to make cutbacks?

Jess from Chester told us "We have had to think long and hard on where we can save money and one of the main areas is the photography. Some photographers were quoting us in excess of £1,000 but we simply can't afford it so we have had to look for someone far less expensive but there are definitely some deals to be had!"

If you have any top money saving tips why not share them with the rest of us! Drop us a line and tell us how the current situation has affected your plans and what you are doing to save money on your big day.

Bridal Fair Season Starts

It's bridal fair season again. Bridal fairs are a great way to get to know who your local wedding suppliers are and see many different types of suppliers all under one roof.

Whether you are just starting to plan your big day, or you are looking for those few final bits and pieces they are a really good way to get help and advice from people in the know.

They are also a really good way of getting ideas and inspiration for your big day. We have a list of North West & North Wales based bridal fairs on the Mrs2Be website, but if you know of any happening in the coming months in your local area drop me a line!