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Including A Quaich In Your Wedding Ceremony

Including A Quaich In Your Wedding Ceremony

by tca2023_1aq6g4 | Jan 11, 2023 | symbolic rituals

Including A Quaich In Your Wedding Ceremony   Unveiling the Quaich – Scotland’s Cup of Friendship Whats a Quaich? A Quaich (pronounced “quake”) is a shallow, two-handled drinking cup or bowl; Scotland’s cup of friendship, also known...

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First sight.. The first sight of your script is a First sight.. The first sight of your script is an exciting day, and a nervous one too, for you and for me. It's our meetings that help me get it just right for you, all those little titbits you've told me that you can't even remember, all the laughs we have at the meetings, and the fact that I love to write. And even then i still get nervous sending it out, so its not just you that gets wedding nerves, i get them to, just a bit earlier than you do 😁
Sveikinu to Agne and Kelvin who I had the pleasur Sveikinu to Agne and Kelvin who I had the pleasure of marrying recently, a week ago in fact; boy, did that week go fast. Don't they look stunning, and that dress was amazing and so Agne. Everything was absolutely stunning, from the hair to the flowers, the decor to the singing, and it was absolutely how Agne had planned it all. It was a very multicultural wedding with the bride from Lithuania, the groom from Wales, and guests from all over the globe to. I met some lovely new vendors on the day as well, and hi to the ones I missed but gave their all to make sure the day was perfect for the couple. And to the weather gods, a big thank you for bringing out the sun; it was a gorgeous day. Couple: @agne_matilda_ & @kelvins_693 Accessories: @lilyandrooldn Cake Maker: @cakesbykirsty_sugarelli Celebrant: @celebrantangel DJ: officialjpthedj Dress Boutique: @etiquettebridal Engagement Ring: @finniesjewellers Florist: @papersandpetals1 Hair Stylist: @avant.garde.studio Live Music: @daytimeweddingsinger Make Up Artist: @traceycepedamua Photographer: @by_rhea Decor: @@ruffle & Rose events Signage: @papersandpetals1 Stationery: @papersandpetals1 Venue: @maryculter.house Wedding Party Outfit: @sixstories Second Photographer: @douggordonphoto Videographer: @filmsbygregor Wedding Rings: Beaverbrooks #celebrantangel #maryculterhousewedding #marriedinscotland #summer2026wedding #celebrantaberdeenshire
So I thought I might share some things I've learn So I thought I might share some things I've learnt over the years about wedding days, and stuff that I tell my brides before the big day. So first up is about what your guests are looking at, and it's not that you have a spot on your chin, or a midgie bite on your arm. They are there to see you both, see how happy you are, and of course to see if your partner is going to cry when they see you. And we all know that the makeup artists are fantastic at their job and can hide a multitude of things on the wedding day. So let that worry go 😊 photo by #jenniferriddellphotography #bridalworries #weddingdayworries #celebrantangel #celebrantaberdeenshire
A wee secret... elopement for S & J in October. A wee secret... elopement for S & J in October. What a lovely couple, wanting to get married after a long time together and all in secret, I do love a secret wedding. #secretwedding #elopementscotland #yourweddingyourway #
And we're off to Pittodrie House today for Courtn And we're off to Pittodrie House today for Courtney and Tri's big day. Not done a wedding here before and it's been years since I was even in the hotel, so I can't wait to see it all today. Pretty sure there are going to be tears at this one today, and from the groom more than the bride, I think. Looking forward to seeing them all there. #pittodriehouse #abedeenshireweddingvenue #summerwedding #celebrantangel
What about some colour... Earlier this week I sha What about some colour... Earlier this week I shared a stunning black and white colour theme, if you missed it, go take a look; they were stunning. But then I got thinking about Ella and Dean's wedding a couple of months back, where there was plenty of colour going on, and nobody was matching at all. The colours were amazing, so bright and happy, they just made you want to smile. So there's a reminder: your wedding party doesn't have to be colour-coordinated to look incredible. #weddingcolourtheme #summerweddingcolours #mixandmatchbridesmaids #balchiltonbarn #yourweddingyourway #celebrantangel
big thanks to K & I for booking me as their celeb big thanks to K & I for booking me as their celebrant at Logie House in 2027. They are coming all the way from Englandshire for this one. Looking forward to getting to know them both and hearing their story #logiehouse #weddings2027 #gettingmarriedinscotland #celebrantaberdeen #celebrantaberdeenhire
Whilst I love a splash of colour at a wedding, a Whilst I love a splash of colour at a wedding, a black and white colour scheme is something else. Check out how elegant Carla, Danny and their wedding party looked at their wedding The Chester Hotel a couple of weeks ago. Are you going black and white or having some serious colour as your colour scheme? #chesterhotelaberdeen #idophotography #timeless #elegantwedding #celebrantangel #celebrantaberdeenshire
Big thank you To K & R for booking me as their ce Big thank you To K & R for booking me as their celebrant later this year at the lovely Meldrum House Looking forward to getting to know them and hearing their story I think the proposal ones gonna be worth hearing 😁 #meldrumhousewedding #weddings2026 #celebrantaberdeen #celebrantaberdeenshire
Can you tell... Its height of wedding season 😁 B Can you tell... Its height of wedding season 😁 Been a mental week this week but such a good one. All my scripts were approved with 5 stars, the new couples were all lovely, and we had some good craic on the calls. Rehearsals were lovely, and everyone knew what they were doing on the day And they were absolutely gorgeous weddings. Now to treat myself, I'm off on a 4-hour cycle on Monday with some ladies, looking forward to that one, although I might be a bit sore after it. Hope you've all had a great week. Wedding planning was left for a bit and you enjoyed all that sunshine on Saturday.
And we're off back out to @maryculter.house today And we're off back out to @maryculter.house today for Agne and Kelvin's big day today Looking forward to meeting all our travelling guests, some from far far away,. Were outside again today, so hoping the weather holds for this one too . Can't wait to see them in all their finery and start their celebrations #maryculterhousehotel #maryculterhousewedding
Where do we submit the M10S to? This one catches Where do we submit the M10S to? This one catches folk out, a lot of couples assume it's their nearest registry office. It's not. It's wherever your venue actually is. So if you're getting married at Logie Country House in Aberdeenshire, your paperwork goes to the Huntly Registry office, not Aberdeen. If you're at the Dyce Hotel, that's the Aberdeen Registry Office in Marshall Square. But don't worry, I have you covered with all of this M010 stuff. I'm a bit OCD about the legal side of getting married and getting the paperwork in on time in the right way, to the right place. #m10 #gettingmarriedinscotland #marriagepaperwork
Its here Ryais and Zak's big day @banchorylodge H Its here Ryais and Zak's big day @banchorylodge Hotel today. Plan is to have it by the river, and as I write this at 6am, it's looking like we're going as planned :) This is my first visit to Banchory Lodge, so looking forward to meeting the team out there Can't wait to see Rysia and Zak and meet all their guests. #banchorylodgewedding #banchorylodge #outdoorwedding #celebrantangel #celebrantaberdeenshire
Who can be your wedding witnesses? When you submi Who can be your wedding witnesses? When you submit your M10 forms, you'll also need to tell the registrar who your two witnesses will be. These are the people who'll sign your Marriage Schedule on your wedding day. The rules are actually very simple... ✔️ They must be 16 or over. ✔️ They don't have to be part of your wedding party. This year, quite a few of my couples are choosing their mums to be their witnesses, but they're keeping it a secret until the ceremony. It's such a lovely surprise and always creates a really special moment. ❤️ Planning an elopement with just the two of you? If you have a photographer and/or videographer with you, they can often be your witnesses too. Just make sure you ask them beforehand, as you'll need to include your witnesses' details when you submit your M10 forms. One thing to remember... your celebrant can't be one of your witnesses. So if your photographer or videographer is one witness, you'll still need to arrange a second one. If you're taking a couple of friends or family members along, one of them could be your other witness. It's another little detail that's easy to sort once you know about it, and one less thing to worry about as the big day gets closer! #marriagewitness #legalpaperwork #M10's #gettingmarriedinscotland
Mistakes couples make with their M10 wedding paper Mistakes couples make with their M10 wedding paperwork. Mistake #1 Only one person fills in the M10. It's one of the mistakes I see most often. Even though the form asks for your partner's details, you both need to complete your own M10. Two people = Two forms = One wedding. ❤️ When you've never had to do this before, it's an easy mistake to make, but an even easier one to avoid once you know. Don't worry, though, I'll make sure you know exactly what's needed long before any paperwork is due. #weddingpaperwork #weddingm10's #legalweddingceremony
Why do we need to fill in an M10? 🤔 The M10 is th Why do we need to fill in an M10? 🤔 The M10 is the Marriage Notice Form. It's the official way of telling the local registrar that you intend to get married. Years ago, if you were getting married in church, this was done by reading the banns. Today, everyone gives notice by completing an M10. So, why is it needed? Firstly, the registrar needs to make sure you're legally able to marry in Scotland. That means checking things like: 💍 You're old enough to marry. 💍 You're not already married or in a civil partnership. 💍 If you've come from abroad, you have the correct immigration status or visa, where required. It might not be the most glamorous part of wedding planning, but once it's done, it's one big tick off the wedding to-do list! #gettingmarried #weddingpaperwork #legallymarried #marriagenoticeform
The legal side of getting married… let’s make it l The legal side of getting married… let’s make it less scary! Legal wedding paperwork sounds about as exciting as a trip to the dentist, but don't worry, I promise it's much easier than it sounds! 😄 This week, I'm going to walk you through exactly what you need to do, what I need to do, and how we make sure your ceremony is not only beautiful but completely legal too. These are some of the questions I'm asked most often by couples "What do we need to do?" "How does it all work?" "Can you legally marry us?" Let's answer that last one first… Yes, I can! I'm a legally authorised celebrant with Open Beliefs Scotland, which means I'm approved to conduct legal marriage ceremonies in Scotland. But there's paperwork involved for me too. Before your ceremony, I have to apply to the National Records of Scotland for my authority to marry you on your chosen date. So while you're filling in forms, I'll be doing my own behind-the-scenes paperwork too. The paperwork malarky is a team effort 😁 #m10weddingpaperwork #legallyauthorisedcelebrant #gettingmarried #weddingpaperwork
Moments like this Remind me why I'll never write Moments like this Remind me why I'll never write a "one-size-fits-all" ceremony. I'm always hoping that when I write a couple's ceremony script, I've truly got it right. That I've captured them to a T. The right tone. The right balance of laughter and love. And all those little details that make their story uniquely theirs. So when I get feedback like this back from my couple, I can't help but smile. It means the world to me to know I've created exactly what they were hoping for. After spending months getting to know them, hearing their stories, and carefully writing every word, there's nothing better than knowing they feel seen. Now I can't wait to stand in front of all their family and friends and bring their story to life. ❤️ #celebrantaberdeen #celecbrantaberdeenshire #yourdayyourway #aberdeenweddings
Some of my cracking weddings ive done in the first Some of my cracking weddings ive done in the first half of 2026 Looking forward to the rest of the year with more lovely couples
The stuff nobody thinks about (but really should) The stuff nobody thinks about (but really should) Sunscreen. Bug spray. Essential oils. Not exactly the most glamorous part of wedding planning, but if your ceremony is outside in summer, these things matter. Stash sunscreen around your guest areas, different SPFs, spray bottles, and child-friendly options. Pop some in the toilets too. For bugs (especially those pesky midgies in Scotland) , citronella candles dotted around work a treat, and essential oils like lavender, lemongrass and peppermint are a lovely natural option. The guests who didn't get eaten alive or sunburnt will thank you the next day. #summerweddings #keepingguetscool #celebrantangel #celebrantaberdeen
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