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Photo by Stewart Leishman via Joel and Gayle’s Melbourne Boathouse Wedding

Happy Friday Dotties! It feels like it is already well and truly Autumn in Melbourne! Though I know the rest of the country is quite warm, I for one am looking forward to a bit of baking and a good lamb roast this weekend. What are you up to?

This Week On Polka Dot Weddings

Polka Dot Weddings is the blog where real brides write about their weddings and share their experiences. Inspiration abounds so click on each image to read more!

1. Real Wedding- Joel and Gayle’s Melbourne Boathouse Wedding

 

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This Week On Polka Dot Wisdom

Polka Dot Wisdom is a treasure trove of advice, news and wedding planning tips! Written by wedding professionals you could almost plan your whole wedding by following this, the wisest of all blogs! Click on the images to read more.

1.What Would They Know? – Sonya Robson of food&desire 2. Expert Advice

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This Week On Polka Dot Made

Polka Dot Made is your source for all things handmade including weekly DIY projects to make for your wedding or engagement.

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1.Etsy Roundup – Cute Cake Toppers 2. Tuesday Type – Spry Roman 3. DIY Tutorial  –  Homemade Scented Candles 4.Cocktail Friday  Crystal & Cran Cocktail


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This week on Polka Dot Honeymoons

The wedding is over, the dust has settled and now it’s time to get away from it all! Find resort reviews, inspiration and real honeymoons every week on Polka Dot Honeymoons.

1. Tasmanian Heritage Honeymoon


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This week on Polka Dot Groom

Polka Dot Groom is dedicated to all things groom. Inspiration, advice and style for the Australian groom.

1. Groom Style Trends In 2015

 

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Meet the lovely Kathy of Kathy McMillan Photography! She loves Polka Dot Brides and is offering a fun special exclusive to you! Getting married before 31st of May 2015? Book a wedding collection with Kathy to receive 30% off! Visit her website to take this great offer up!

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Planning a destination wedding in Hong Kong? The Peninsula Hong Kong are holding a bridal showcase on the on the 22nd March, 2015. Visit the hotel to see the hotel’s favourite wedding suppliers and their wedding setup. Plus Couples who confirm their wedding with a minimum spend of HK$500,000 will receive a three night complimentary stay at The Peninsula Paris. Meanwhile, couples who confirm their wedding with a minimum spend of HK$300,000 can enjoy a complimentary three-night stay at The Peninsula Tokyo, Bangkok or Shanghai.

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pop up picnic

As part of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival, Bursaria is hosting a pop up picnic this Sunday! Grab your friends and a picnic rug for a picnic in the historic Abbotsford Convent. Picnic baskets come laden with your lunch – seasonal selection of treats and homemade lemonade with bubbles and drinks available all afternoon from the bar. Tickets are $55 and bookings are essential. Book your picnic here.

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Le Louvre Melbourne are holding their second Jenny Packham trunk show this April! On the 17th, 18th and 19th of April there will be over 20 new beautiful bridal styles for you to try!  Call 03 9650 1300 to secure your appointment!

As announced late last week, the winner of our  Win A $5650 Styling & Floral Package From Miss Mooi Wedding & Events and Wedding & Events Floral Designer, Floretta has been chosen!

A big congratulations to Jessica Jacques! We can’t wait to see your wedding!

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reading and loving

 

Saying I Do Fiji Elopement Style

January Lessons In Online Business

Botanical Chic Bride In Central Park Inspiration Shoot

Customer Happiness Specialist Job Description (love this one!)

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For our video of the week, Danielle Photography sent through this super fun wedding invitation! Daniella creates stop motion save the dates and invitations for her couples which is always a fun option for tech savvy couples! Plus they make me happy when  watching them – so what can’t you love?

[vimeo]https://vimeo.com/119324039[/vimeo]