A fantastic day for mums and babies!

The sun was shining, the horses were racing, but we still had 2,500 visitors to the Mother & Baby Event at Leeds Corn Exchange. We had an excellent range of stalls offering everything from clotheswear, nappies, accessories, baby carriers, greeting cards, toys, books, photography, personalised gifts, bunting and cupcakes with the odd reptile and face painter thrown in to the mix!

A big thank you to all those who came, we hope you enjoyed yourselves and here are some pics from the day . . .

Mother & Baby Event Gets Bigger!

Get yourself to Leeds Corn Exchange on Saturday for a fantastic range of suppliers showcasing various products for mothers and babies. In addition to the exhibitors previously announced we now have even more choice for you. If you're feeling the need for some pampering time then Mamie McKie will be there to give you a mummy make-over or maybe you would like a relaxing massage?

Forever Living have a wonderful range of Aloe Vera products friendly enough for both mums and babies, and Adele from Temple Spa can offer the most fantastic products to keep your skin looking and smelling fab! Talking of skin, SK:N clinics will also be on hand to offer advice on all things face & body.


Photo: Mamie in action



Additional suppliers who will be joining us include Sa -Be Wear, New Rose Sewing, Babybum Boutique, Peekaboo and Pyjama Parties come along and see for yourself!



Photo: Heidi from SK:N looks forward to welcoming you

Mummies & Babies Come on Down!

On Saturday 09 April we will be hosting a Mother & Baby Event at Leeds Corn Exchange from 10am to 5pm and we do hope you can join us! There is going to be plenty for the mummies as well as those with the dummies; look, see, buy, touch and play.

Mummy & Little Me who are already based in the Corn Exchange will be showcasing products from Bugaboo, Pacapod, Cheeky Wipes, Mpenzi, Aden& Anais and may more. Teddy & Co from Leeds very own County Arcade will also be joining us with some beautiful personalised gifts and handmade cards. Punky Facepainting will be offering to change your child in to a cheeky monkey or a tiger face and we are delighted that Lion Learners will be bringing along some weird and wonderful creatures for the kids to touch and explore.We also have many independent traders who will be showcasing their unique products;
Jambaroo, Phoenix Trading, Babyro, Usborne Books, Candy Gems, Velvet Rocker and more to be announced.
 

We have two very talented photographers for those all important family portraits. Mark from Mark Skeet Photography has a knack of making those kiddies smile and Adele from Blue Lights Photography makes the mums feel at ease for the ever popular Bump2babies packages.

The very talented Emma from Emmas Bakery will certainly have plenty for you to see and taste, with the most scrummylicious cupcakes, whoopie pies and cake pops!

Tune in to the next installment to hear what we have for the mummies alongside additional talented suppliers . . .

All things Wedding in Dewsbury!

A great day was had by all at Dewsbury Town Hall today with David Nelson providing a wonderful atmosphere with his very talented fingers! A range of beautiful piano music provided the background to a day of all things wedding. The ornate hall provided the perfect backdrop for our range of extremely gifted exhibitors who showcased their services perfectly.

 

A4 Cards beautiful display

 

Temple Spa and their wonderfully scented products



Mamie McKie shows off her skills as a first class make-up artist by a willing volunteer. Mamie caters for bridal parties as well as make-overs and make-up lessons.


David Nelson tinkling the ivories!

Fliss and Jennie from Velvet Rocker have a unique style and can cater for all your stationary requirements with a touch of vintage!  


Divinci Photography showcasing there fantastic work



The lovely Charmaine from Gomersal Lodge Hotel would make any bride extremely welcome in their scenic hideaway which also houses a marquee for those who prefer the outdoors option!



The Essential Images will capture every moment of your special day



The very talented Helen from Teazles created a vibrant display of wonderful floral creations that would be the most perfect focal points for any wedding



Other exhibitors included Your Special Day, Charlottes Creative Cakes, 4 Goodness Cakes, Fruit Frenzi, FM Cosmetics, Kirklees Town Halls and Registery Offices, and The Picture House.

Thank you to all the exhibitors for supporting the event and thank you to the brides who gave us such a great welcome!

Radio Aire Wedding Event

A fantastic day was had by all with over 200 brides through the door of the most fantastic venue in Leeds city centre, the Leeds Corn Exchange. I was delighted to work with Radio Aire on this very special event sponsored by The Wedding & Event Store. We had some fantastic stands by some very talented suppliers who all remarked how well the day worked and how lovely it was meeting the brides. We welcomed a great mixture of brides, some who came along looking for inspiration and those who had a particular service in mind and wanted to see how our suppliers could help them make their day even more special.

Linda Abrahams from Linda Abrahams Stationary and the owner of The Wedding & Event Store said, "The venue is beautiful, the atmosphere has been great and most importantly we have met some really lovely brides who have some fantastic ideas for their wedding day."

The Wedding & Event Store

The suppliers who supported the event were Linda Abrahams, The Wedding & Event Store, Candy Gems, Hayley Warner, Eileen Yatron Jewellery, Brandon Cooke, Balloonatix, Top Mark, Lou Lous Accessories, Flowers by Joanne, Angelic Boutique, Adele Turton Travel Consultant, Fusion Therapy, Advance Dental Care, Evangelines Tiaras, Lavelle Wedding Cars, RWD Photography, Toast of Leeds, SK:N, Fruit Frenzi, Poser Pods Photo Booth, Lounge Bar & Grill and Occasional Magic

Top marks go to Top Mark

Mr & Mrs Balloonatix



Hayley Warner makes-up a bride



More Fantastic Exhibitors Announced

There will now be even more choice for you at the Wedding Fayre at Dewsbury Town Hall on Sunday 20 March, as additional exhibitors confirm their attendance.

The romantic Gomersal Lodge Hotel will be joining us following their own successful wedding event last weekend plus Ossett's own gem Dimple Well Lodge

For those looking for make-up tips for your special day then Mamie McKie is the lady you need, and Christopher James Accessories will be able to accessorise and offer that finishing touch!

Dont forget this is a free event so come along and visit our fantastic range of suppliers for all you need to make your special day even more memorable!

Suppliers for Dewsbury Wedding Fayre!

We have some fantastic suppliers for the Wedding Fayre on Sunday 20 March at Dewsbury Town Hall. Come along and join us for this FREE event 11am - 3pm. Here is a taster of what we have in store for you ...

• We will have musical accompaniment for you by the amazing David Nelson who is a jazz pianist and a perfect addition to any function
• Your Special Day will be providing some beautiful samples of bridal wear available from their shop in Halifax
• Photography is provided by the brilliant Ilkley based The Essential Images and Divinci Photography based in Ossett
• Stationary will be available by the lovely Anita from A4 Cards and the very talented Jennie & Fliss from Velvet Rocker
• Flowers by the extremely creative Helen Lindsay of Teazles based in Birstall
• New on the scene is Charlotte's Creative Cakes who can create the most beautiful cakes for your special occasion
• If you want to capture those special moments then Terry at The Picture House is the perfect man to video your wedding
• Pamper yourself on your special day with most luxurious products only available in Selfridges and Harrods with Temple Spa
• Tiaras, bouqets, brooches, whatever your bridal jewellery need Stacey at Urban Bride creates the most beautiful, come along and see for yourself!

Watch this space for even more supplier listings and don't miss Dewsbury Town Halls first ever wedding fayre!