The DIY Wedding Podcast

Annabel is joined by styling expert Emma Jane from the fantastic https://www.emmajaneevents.co.uk/. They take you through each area or task step by step with some stories and whinging along the way! They talk about all things beautiful including: - Ceremony Space - Tablescapes - What not to do - Savings to be made - Priorities in styling Plus much more! To find out more get in touch with Emma or A...

In the first part of the Traditions Set Annabel explores the following concepts including where they came from and whether they are useful or used now: - Cake Cutting - Rings - White Dress - Bouquets - Wedding Breakfast - Favours - First Dance - Ceremony positions ... A proper mixture of elements that happen at most weddings but do you know why?!  Look out for the next part where we discuss some m...

Dreaded by some, relished by most! Speeches at weddings come with quite a 'Marmite' reputation. Whether you look forward to them or not, Annabel goes through some key thoughts with the wonderful Theresa, Celebrant from @ ribeiroceremonies in Cumbria.  The two giggle about some stories and hand out some key advice for those confronted with this task.  If you have found yourself in this si...

Series 2 lands with a bang! (Or perhaps a clash of a symbol would be better for the topic!?) Annabel is joined by music pro Nick Merchant, from Merchant Music, to talk about what a Music Agency does. Discussions include what an agency actually does, what are the benefits and how it works for a wedding. The dreaded risk factors of venues and their limitations are covered too... Do you know what que...

Annabel is joined in this episode by Cumbrian Celebrant Juliet Golding to talk through the options for wedding ceremonies. This includes touching on religious, Registrar and Celebrant services and a few options surrounding those. Juliet goes into more detail on the types of ceremony a Celebrant can offer to help those pondering what could be best for them. Based in the Eden Valley in Cumbria, Juli...

When it comes to deciding on the times for each element of your wedding plan, do you know what's important to think about and why?  Annabel shares some advice and a rough strategy for setting down your time plan before you start booking in suppliers. This is a how to guide on what should happen and when but most importantly WHY!  Here at the WBA Podcast we aim to give you some key pointers to...

Why do you need to consider activities at your big celebration? Why bother with the spend, the time and effort? Well, let us tell you! Annabel is joined by Jenette from Hardy's Soft Play Hire to chat about all things fun basically!  This episode focuses on the reason behind such factors and some ideas for what you could include. They also cover what is important to consider when choosing thes...

This episode features Annabel and two lovely chaps from the world of event music. Matt and Joey are the founders of Dirtbag Entertainment and The Hustle , one of the most lively and fun party bands in the country! They have a fun chat about what's involved from the bands point of view and some key things that couples could do with knowing. The Hustle are all about good vibes, high energy and...

You can't ignore the fact that weddings come with plenty of admin aka 'wed-min'! Annabel shares her lessons learnt when it comes to not just getting tasks done but keeping a clear mind and stress levels down through the process. These are simple tactics but could transform your planning journey.  Links associated: https://www.weddingsbyannabel.co.uk/shop

What do you need to think about when choosing a venue? This huge topic will take more than one episode to cover so Annabel and Lindsey start with some of the most frequently asked questions. If you are in the early stages and would like some guidance on what you need to consider then listen in! For more info or help, just reach out. 

Wedding Team... not Party! This episode Annabel chats with Make Up Artist Felicity Ashby (@ashbyartistry) about how important it is to pick the people around you carefully. This isn't just a laugh on the morning of the wedding but support throughout the planning and event. This group should have some key features to their personalities and experiences.  Join for more info and stories in this...

Why is atmosphere important at any event ? What does this consist of? Annabel delves into this important factor and details what can influence it. This includes the use of colour, light, smell, temperature, textures and sound. She also answers some questions from couples about this topic.  For more info, reach out to WBA on info@weddingsbyannabel.co.uk or tap into the blog. Happy planning! Cover i...

Your engaged, wonderful! But now what? Annabel and Lindsey talk about what to think about after saying yes. This episode focuses on important elements to remember before heading into the world of wedding planning. This is setting the right mindset, priorities and expectations. Get a notepad ready and settle in to advice on getting prepared!

With Lindsey Robinson, we discuss the importance of asking 'why' through the sea of 'should have's' and 'could have's'.  While planning a wedding its easy to fall into despair when faced with so many options and opinions so how can you navigate through? 

Why are weddings perceived as stressful? Why does stress build? This episode delves into how to think through those moments of stress in your planning journey. Annabel and Lindsey discuss why weddings get the tag of 'stressful' and what is likely to cause the dreaded feeling. This could be a step forward for those in the midst of stressful planning... we hope so!

Who is WBA? Lets check if we are going to be right for your podcast list! This brief episode is a little introduction to what this is all about and what the ethos and topics will be. Annabel takes a few minutes to fill you in about herself and why this has all started.