Wedding Planning Collective Kate McClellan

Hey, folks! It's Kate here, welcoming you back to another episode of the Wedding Planning Collective Podcast. Today, I'm shaking things up a bit. Typically, I start my episodes with questions I frequently hear, but today, let's dive into a topic often overlooked in wedding planning: layouts or floor plans.

Starting with the basics, I break down why having a well-thought-out wedding layout is crucial. It's not the most glamorous aspect of planning, but it can save you from chaos on your big day. We discuss the necessity of having both ceremony and reception layouts, debunking the myth that ceremony layouts are always unnecessary.

Moving on, I delve into who typically handles these layouts and explore the pros and cons of venue assistance versus DIY. While venue coordinators can be a huge help, they often come with limitations on revisions and timing.

We also touch on the practicalities of creating your own layout, including free tools like Aisle Planner, Social Tables, and All Seated. Understanding dimensions, guest flow, and space allocation are key components we delve into, ensuring your layout is both functional and elegant.

Lastly, I provide a comprehensive list of elements to consider when crafting your layout, from seating arrangements to vendor stations, ensuring no detail is overlooked.

And hey, I'd love to hear from you! Have you started your layout process yet? Head over to the Wedding Planning Collective Facebook Group and share your experience.

If you found this episode valuable, please take a moment to rate and review. Your feedback helps us reach more couples navigating the wedding planning journey. Until next time, happy planning!



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Don't Forget List - https://planningcollective.myflodesk.com/dontforget


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If you're engaged, you've likely had the thought that you're forgetting something when it comes to the wedding. It's a common feeling, I refer to it as FOWO (Fear of Wedding Oversight)



It's so common, in fact, that I've put together a free guide to help get you through it! I explain in today's episode, and you can grab your free guide here



https://planningcollective.myflodesk.com/dontforget


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Today I’m sharing my conversation with Juls Delmar, a Wedding Content Creator and founder of Day Of by Juls.  I really think that we’re going to see more and more content creators, and thought this would be the perfect opportunity for us to discuss what it is, and certain things you need to look for when hiring a content creator for your wedding. 

We had the opportunity to work together last year, and I was so impressed with Juls, I knew she would be the perfect person to help break it all down! You can find her on Instagram @dayof.byjuls 

And sign up for the free ⁠Wedding Timeline Workshop⁠ here!




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In this episode of the Wedding Planning Collective Podcast, Kate delves into the often-overlooked aspect of wedding planning: the timing of sending out invitations. Drawing from her extensive 20 years of experience in the wedding industry, Kate highlights common mistakes couples make when it comes to the timeline for sending save the dates and invitations. She emphasizes the importance of syncing your invitation schedule with your vendors' needs, explaining why sending invites too early can lead to last-minute stress and unforeseen complications. By following Kate's expert advice on when to send save the dates, invitations, and setting RSVP deadlines, couples can ensure a smoother, more accurate planning process, ultimately leading to a stress-free wedding day. Whether you're a seasoned planner or just starting your wedding journey, this episode provides invaluable insights to help you navigate the intricate world of wedding invitations with confidence.






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I'm excited to share that we'll be adding a second weekly podcast episode, because there's never too much wedding talk!

Today I'm sharing my conversation with Bridal Personal Trainer Stephanie Thomas. Stephanie offers online fitness programs to help brides feel confident in themselves by offering premium wedding fitness, bride training and nutrition coaching programs so you can eliminate self-doubt and insecurity. 

We discuss some of the most common mistakes brides make when when it comes to creating a fitness plan, and of course, some of her best tips for longterm success! Let’s get right to it!

You can find more information about Stephanie's programs here:

Instagram

Website - Freebies

Bridal Body Fitness



And sign up for the free Wedding Timeline Workshop here!




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Not to be dramatic, but one of the most important components to a successful wedding day is having a REALISTIC timeline in place.  You’ve likely been to a wedding, or maybe even been in the wedding party, for a wedding where everything was running behind from the very beginning.  Or worse yet, got up at 5am for hair and makeup, just to sit around for hours waiting for everything to get started.  



Check out today's episode on the 7 Common Wedding Timeline Mistakes couples make, and sleep peacefully again knowing you're not going to make them!



On April 2nd, I’m hosting workshop on creating your wedding timeline, and I would LOVE for you to join!  We’ll start with going over the main questions that you need answers to before creating your timeline, and then I’ll walk you through the exact timeline process that I’ve perfected over the last 20 years.  I’ll also be answering your specific questions live, so we can discuss any unique details for your timeline, and answer any questions you might have. 



Register here - https://planningcollective.myflodesk.com/timeline


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