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5 Ways to Save on Your North Jersey Wedding

Let’s face it: weddings can be very pricey. By the time you’ve added up the cost of the band, the music, the food, the decorations, the venue, the photographer, and the myriad other expenses of your big day, you could be looking at a pretty monstrous bill. Here are some industry tips to help you make the most out of your budget!

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6 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your North Jersey Wedding

Planning a wedding can be pretty overwhelming. For most people, it’s the biggest event they’ve ever been in charge of putting together and, just like with any task, that lack of experience can result in some hiccups. That’s the whole deal with professional wedding planners: they’re people who have been through the process so many times that they know exactly how to navigate the planning process in the easiest and most efficient way.

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Farmhouse Tables are a Versatile Addition to Your Rustic Wedding

At Waterloo Village, we tend to see our fair share of rustic weddings. The Village’s quaint, historic charm, coupled with its peaceful woodland setting, makes it an ideal location for events with a rural, homespun theme. One of our favorite ways of contributing to a rustic aesthetic for these weddings is through the use of farmhouse tables.

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Great Ways to Use Tree Slabs in Your Rustic North Jersey Wedding Décor

Looking for ways to lend that rustic vibe to your North Jersey wedding? Tree slices are great for adding a natural feel to your wedding decorations and they can be used for a wide range of purposes.

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7 Benefits of Having an Intimate Wedding

Weddings don’t have to be big, extravagant affairs. These days many couples are opting to go small, choosing to share their wedding day with only their closest family and friends.

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How to Care for Your Engagement Ring

Did you know that Christmas Eve is the most popular day for getting engaged? If you’re one of the many lucky ladies who said “yes” over the holidays (or if he pops the question tonight, New Year’s Eve), here are some tips for keeping that new ring shining bright!

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4 Fun Engagement Party Ideas for North Jersey Couples

Planning an engagement party, whether your own or that of a friend or family member, can sometimes be a little daunting. An engagement party is usually the first time a couple’s close friends and family are given an opportunity to meet one another and mingle, and you want to make sure everyone has a great time!

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How to Hire the Perfect Band for Your North Jersey Wedding Reception

A live band can be that extra touch that takes your reception from memorable to unforgettable! Having a band play at your wedding reception is like treating your guests to a private concert and if the band is good, then your reception is sure to make a huge impression.

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A Quick and Easy Guide to Engagement Ring Insurance

Have you recently received a shiny new ring from your sweetheart? Or maybe you have plans to go down on one knee this holiday season and currently have a ring burning a hole in your pocket.

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Tips for Planning a Wonderful Winter Wedding in North Jersey

Winter may not be the first season to spring to mind when we think of weddings, but when properly executed, a winter wedding can not only be gorgeous, but that much more memorable for taking place during the wedding off-season.

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A Look at Winter Blooms for your North Jersey Wedding

Winter is nearly here!

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Ocean Place Resort's Wedding Tasting Set for Nov. 9

Join Ocean Place Resort for an indulgent afternoon of Wedding Tasting by Chef Barry Walling beginning at noon Sunday, Nov. 9.

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Add Warmth and Character to your North Jersey Wedding with Hand-Crafted Farm Tables

If you’re in the middle of planning your North Jersey wedding, chances are you’ve heard of farm tables at least once during the process, whether it was in conversation with your planner, flipping through magazines, or browsing Pinterest or The Knot. These hand-crafted, straight-legged tables are often made from reclaimed boards from old barns and are a perfect way to add a touch of history, warmth, and character to your wedding décor.

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10 DIY Wedding Favors for North Jersey Brides

Wedding favors are a couple’s way of thanking their friends and family for supporting them on their special day. They can also serve as mementos of the occasion, reminding guests of the great time you shared together.

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Officiating a Wedding in North Jersey

Has a friend asked you to officiate their wedding? Or maybe you’re the one planning your wedding and you’d like a friend or relative to preside over the ceremony. It’s becoming increasingly common for couples to choose this route—skipping traditional clergy members in favor of being married by someone close to them.

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