The Ring The Bling and All The Things

It is all systems go for Amanda’s April 2023 wedding day and with the planning of weddings being what it is right now, the early start landed her the perfect venue and all the highly sought-after vendors she needed for an exceptional and memorable event! Tune in to this episode as co-hosts Kristina, Mike & Sharon talk with daughter Amanda and mother of the bride Nancy to hear about their planning journey, what they are most excited about, the budget, the vendors, the compromises made along the way and one very poignant statement from Nancy about wanting to just focus on and be the mother of the bride on wedding day… and let the wedding pros do the rest!

Timestamps:
• [17:31] Michael “You know, you're gonna have bumps in the road no matter what. But just keep in mind that your mother and daughter, and that's more important than getting mad and having a fight over something stupid, because it's all about that one single day. And I think that's most important.”
• [18:37] Nancy “So wedding planner was extremely important for me because I wanted to make sure that Amanda and I had a great relationship the day after her wedding, like we did the day or the year before her wedding. So maybe that was huge. And since she works full time I work full time we both have homes to run. I can't you know I can't dedicate as much time so plug for Sharon, she takes care of everything.”
• [21:00] Sharon “I tell my clients is that I will save you more money than you will pay me because I know what we're going to pay for. I know what I'm not going to let them pay for. I know what I think is super, super important. And of course, it's what they you know what they want.”
• [25:50] Kristina “DJ is it's going to run your event. And it should be someone that you click with, that you feel comfortable”

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Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theringtheblingandallthethings
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theringtheblingandallthethings/

The Ring The Bling And All The Things Community Platform: https://www.ringblingallthethings.com/

Michael Gaddie
Website: https://www.lloydsflorist.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lloydsflorist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lloydsflorist/ 

Sharon Rumsey
Website: https://aperfectplanevents.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/APerfectPlanKentuckiana/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aperfectplaneventskentuckiana/

Did you know you have some general responsibilities to be a good guest at wedding that go far beyond dressing up and attending? Stay tuned for this episode as co-hosts Kristina, Sharon & Mike talked with Maggie Heely, The Weekend Wedding Warrior, about guest etiquette and everything you need to do before, during and after the nuptials. From RSVP’ing, limiting your phone use and arriving early to complying with the plus one etiquette, this episode will prep you to be the best wedding guest ever!

Weekend Wedding Warriors are the logistics experts. They don’t plan your wedding for you, but they do execute it on your behalf. That way you, your family and friends aren’t stuck working and can enjoy your wedding to the fullest! So, you plan the perfect wedding, and we’ll make sure your special day runs smoothly.

Timestamps:
• [03:03] Maggie “Do you get a plus one do not get a plus one. How do you know? So that's something that people want to know”
• [07:25] Sharon talks about the option to offer childcare at your wedding. 
• [17:58] Mike talks about how sending your invitations too early can be a bad thing.
• [24:59] Kristina talks about wedding dress codes, and how you need to inform your guests of the dress code.

For more information on The Ring The Bling And All The Things Podcast, visit: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/

Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theringtheblingandallthethings
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theringtheblingandallthethings/

The Ring The Bling And All The Things Community Platform: https://www.ringblingallthethings.com/

Michael Gaddie
Website: https://www.lloydsflorist.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lloydsflorist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lloydsflorist/ 

Sharon Rumsey
Website: https://aperfectplanevents.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/APerfectPlanKentuckiana/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aperfectplaneventskentuckiana/

Guest Information
Maggie Heely
Website: http://www.weekendweddingwarrior.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingwarrior/

In this Wedding Wednesday episode, Kristina is joined by brother and sister duo, Dallas and Mandi of Montgomery Farms, a rustic wedding venue in southern Indiana. Listen in as they share everything you need to ask and know when choosing a rustic, rural venue… from booking early and having a plan “B” when you want an outdoor ceremony, to understanding the contract you’re signing, why event insurance is not only important but required in a lot of cases, what’s included with the venue, vendor relationships and more. 

 Timestamps:
•  [05:53] Dallas explains why it is very important to secure your wedding venue after your have celebrated your engagement. 
• [31:46] Kristina “Should people ask questions about where they can have activities where their ceremony could take place? If it's not going to be in the barn if it was going to be outside?”
• [35:41] Mandi “we're talking a lot of issues that clients and vendors will have is not communicating.”
• [43:06] Kristina talks about why it is important to have someone else read over your venue contract.

 For more information on The Ring The Bling And All The Things Podcast, visit:  https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/

Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theringtheblingandallthethings
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theringtheblingandallthethings/

The Ring The Bling And All The Things Community Platform: https://www.ringblingallthethings.com/

Guest Information
Dallas Montgomery & Mandi Bieda
Website: https://montgomery-farms.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montgomeryfarmsweddingandevents
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/montgomeryfarms/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/33299916/admin/

Wanting something other than the traditional wedding cake for your coupling celebration confections! Listen to this episode as our special guest Larisa Crawley of Crawley Creative Confections shares about technology opening a whole new world with 3D printing… and that the sky's the limit for the shapes that can be designed, customized, and printed. Go ahead! We give you permission to put your own brand of uniqueness on your celebratory desserts!

Larisa Crawley is the owner and artist for Crawley Creative Confections. She started the KY registered home bakery in February 2021 as a way to make extra money for her family. By October 2021, the bakery was booming, and Larisa began running Crawley Creative Confections full-time! With over 15 years of art experience, she uses her custom hand iced cookies as an edible canvas! Her love of color and delicious foods make the bakery’s one of a kind French macaron truly a life changing experience! Larisa focuses on providing unmatched customer service with yummy artisan goods that can be customized just for you!

Timestamps:
• [02:35] Mike: nowadays, a lot of people are giving cookies as favors at weddings. And I think that's a great idea. Because it's not something you know, it's something that you can take home and eat instead of putting it in a drawer somewhere. 
• [03:20] Larisa: The best thing is it's completely customizable. So I do a lot of graphic design for our company, other bakers, even other individuals. And the best part is that I can literally design a shape on my iPad and print it out in less than three hours.
• [10:49] Larisa explains the differences between macarons and macaroons. 
• [18:05] Kristina talks about the current wedding trends with cakes and how people are incorporating macarons into their wedding. 

For more information on The Ring The Bling And All The Things Podcast, visit: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/

Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theringtheblingandallthethings
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theringtheblingandallthethings/

The Ring The Bling And All The Things Community Platform: https://www.ringblingallthethings.com/

Michael Gaddie
Website: https://www.lloydsflorist.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lloydsflorist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lloydsflorist/ 

Guest Information
Larisa Crawley
Website: https://www.crawleycreativeconfections.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crawleycreativeconfections
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crawleycreativeconfections

When you have been tasked with the toast to the newlyweds and all eyes and ears are on you, the story you tell, and your delivery will make or break it. In this episode, our special guest, Eddie Rice, offers strategies to help you stand out, be heard, and be memorable so the crowd will remember you as the professional Toastmaster!

Listen in as Eddie shares tips with the podcast crew to give a memorable toast that honors the couple and the event… and how if you can do that with your toast, it won't come off as a roast. 

Timestamps:
• [02:33] Kristina “I don't really know, I think some people realize the importance of toast. But it really is a big part of the reception.”
• [02:45] Michael “you know, what I hate is when people just wing it, and fly by night, and they just get up there and they make fools of themselves. I mean, they think it's funny, but really, it's a very important part of, you know, bringing this couple together, correct?” 
• [03:59] Eddie “when it comes down to giving a great toast, you want to honor the person and honor the event. If you can do that with your toast, it won't come off as a roast.” 
• [04:40] Eddie “ I think people when they sit down to write a toast, don't necessarily know exactly what it is that they want to say. Or they feel like they've got a blank page and a blank mind. “

For more information on The Ring The Bling And All The Things Podcast, visit: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/

Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theringtheblingandallthethings
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theringtheblingandallthethings/

The Ring The Bling And All The Things Community Platform: https://www.ringblingallthethings.com/

Michael Gaddie
Website: https://www.lloydsflorist.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lloydsflorist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lloydsflorist/ 

Guest Information
Eddie Rice
Website: https://ricespeechwriting.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rice-Speechwriting-106861895357977
Purchase Book Here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09VQTW746 

Show Notes – Episode #134WW - Making Your Ceremony Meaningful
The reception may be the biggest part of your planning tasks, but don’t overlook the ceremony! In this episode, we are joined by our special guest, Diane Walker, a previous event planner, now Minister and wedding officiant. Stay tuned as she shares tips on making the ceremony meaningful as your vows are meant to last a lifetime and talks about the importance of finding an officiant who listens to your wants and needs, understands your vision, and knows how to include your guests in your intimate moment. 

Reverend Diane Walker is an interfaith minister and wedding officiant who honors and respects all paths, beliefs, and cultures. 

Timestamps:
• [02:12] Michael asks Diane for a tip for couples couple starting to get into the marriage and the ceremony itself.
• [02:26] Diane gives tips for couples  
• [09:10] Kristina talks about how important it is to click with your vendors.
• [13:23] Diane gives advice for writing your own wedding vows.

For more information on The Ring The Bling And All The Things Podcast, visit: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/

Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theringtheblingandallthethings
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theringtheblingandallthethings/

The Ring The Bling And All The Things Community Platform: https://www.ringblingallthethings.com/

Michael Gaddie
Website: https://www.lloydsflorist.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lloydsflorist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lloydsflorist/ 

Sharon Rumsey
Website: https://aperfectplanevents.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/APerfectPlanKentuckiana/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aperfectplaneventskentuckiana/

Guest Information
Diane Walker
Website: https://www.ministerswithmore.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MinisterWithMore 

HERE WE GROW! Tune into this episode to hear a BIG announcement and perceptive advice that will resonate with most wedding pros during this busy wedding season. Podcast host, Kristina Stubblefield, shares her own experiences with her growing podcast, pivoting and pausing for a few weeks to take a step back, adjust the view, focus on, and purposefully plan for the next phase of her brand and business. Listen in as she discusses gaining a new perspective and strategically streamlining her thoughts, her brand, her processes and more to better serve her audience of wedding professionals so they can do the same.

Get the FREE PDF:  4 Important Items to Implement In Your Business
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 Timestamps:
• [10:41] Kristina “I'm here to share with you, it's 1,000%, okay, to take a pause, and do whatever it is you need to do in your business.”
• [10:54] Kristina goes into a detailed discussion for ways of using a pause for growth of your business.
• [14:02] Kristina “when opportunities knock, it is worth evaluating where you started, where you're at and where do you want to go.”
• [18:06] Kristina talks about the jar and maze analogy for business perspective.

For more information on The Ring The Bling And All The Things Podcast, visit: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/

Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristinastubblefieldpage
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinastubblefield_

The Ring The Bling And All The Things Community Platform: https://www.ringblingallthethings.com/

In this episode, co-hosts Kristina, Mike & Sharon discuss the dated tradition of guest books. Listen is as they talk about several new trends and unique ways to remember the guests who attended your wedding. From recorded messages on old rotary dial phones inside a booth and messages on Polaroid pictures to signed records, seashells and even cornhole boards, there is no shortage of ideas in this episode… or ideas you can come up with to make your “guest book” personalized and distinctively you!

Timestamps:
• [00:56] Sharon “They came they saw and they signed your guestbook. Right. But honestly, what did they sign? I am asked all the time for new and fresh guestbook ideas.”
• [2:11] Sharon talks about in the Kentucky area seeing the Bourbon Barrel more than probably most, because Kentucky is bourbon.”
• [04:59] Mike talks about Jenga sets for guests to sign
• [10:53] Kristina talks about what people are using on Pintrest, and wine bottle ideas.

For more information on The Ring The Bling And All The Things Podcast, visit: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/

 Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theringtheblingandallthethings
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theringtheblingandallthethings/

The Ring The Bling And All The Things Community Platform: https://www.ringblingallthethings.com/

Michael Gaddie
Website: https://www.lloydsflorist.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lloydsflorist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lloydsflorist/ 

Sharon Rumsey
Website: https://aperfectplanevents.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/APerfectPlanKentuckiana/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aperfectplaneventskentuckiana/

In this episode, Kristina teamed up with Angela Proffitt and Amanda Dary of GSD Creative to talk about content for social media. Listen in as they discuss capturing content whether you’re in it or not, taking the hesitancy out of it by understanding the ins and outs of your phone and what it can do, being top-of-mind and visible since consumers are making buying decisions based on what they see on social media and batching your content for consistency… There are some great revelations and impactful tips shared! Make sure to tune in! 

 Angela Proffitt is an award-winning 8-figure entrepreneur and CEO of GSD Creative. She is no stranger to the spotlight and is currently the host of the Business Unveiled podcast. As a consultant with several books as well as an in-demand speaker, Angela has appeared on ABC, CMT, TLC, E! as well as other national networks. With a degree in psychology and proven expertise in productivity strategies that scale your business, her work has been featured in publications such as INC, Success, US Weekly & People magazine. When she is not speaking, writing, or creating content, Angela can be found working with other CEO’s, Executives, Entrepreneurs and/or Solopreneurs to implement and master processes that can turn any business, into a profitable business.

 Timestamps:
•   [5:43] Angela “when people say I just don't have the money to hire someone else. I'm like you are I can't afford it. Like you can't afford not to you can't grow, even if you want to remain a small operation.”
• [6:04] Angela “you got to have somebody grow in the company and working on the company and educating if that's what your business model is, and then having someone that's really dedicated to the communication and the client, so nothing falls through the cracks.”
• [32:36] Amanda “if I go to someone's website, I don't stay on it. I scroll to the bottom and click their Instagram, I see how active they are. And like what kind of audience they have. It's that's kind of the new future of, of advertising yourself, I guess or having your content online.”
• [35:12] Kristina talks about the Content Creation Workshop at Hubers Orchard and Winery.

 For more information on The Ring The Bling And All The Things Podcast, visit:
 https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/

Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theringtheblingandallthethings
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theringtheblingandallthethings/

 The Ring The Bling And All The Things Community Platform: https://www.ringblingallthethings.com/

 Guest Information
Angela Proffitt
Website: https://www.angelaproffitt.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngelaProffitt_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelaproffitt/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngelaProffittLLC/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwdB7cvwDh9BKAmDSzc_RYQ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gsdleader/
Pinterest: https://ro.pinterest.com/aproffitt/_created/

Would you like to bring greater value to your relationship and be motivated daily to create fun and exciting memories? 

In this episode, you will learn about a tool you can utilize to open the doors to difficult conversations with your spouse or fiancé. Our special guest, Diana Indries, has created a game and an app that offers ways for you and your partner to maintain quality communication daily and helps you grow your relationship.

Timestamps:
• [1:53] “I'm trying to help couples have better communication, and also still have a lot of fun whilst they're doing it.”
• [3:28] “So if people would be more aware of the different personality types out there, what type of personality they have, and what type of personality their partner has, they will know exactly how to communicate effectively with them, you know, as they're getting their idea across and also accepted by their partner or even just negotiate on ideas.”
• [8:05] Diana talks about the game they created encouraging couples to have the important and difficult conversations. 
• [20:03] Diana speaks about strengthening relationships to a deeper level… starting your marriage off right and better connection.

For more information on The Ring The Bling And All The Things Podcast, visit: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/

Kristina Stubblefield
Coaching & consulting: https://kristinastubblefield.com/
Website: https://www.ringblingallthethingspodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theringtheblingandallthethings
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theringtheblingandallthethings/

Michael Gaddie
Website: https://www.lloydsflorist.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lloydsflorist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lloydsflorist/ 

Sharon Rumsey
Website: https://aperfectplanevents.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/APerfectPlanKentuckiana/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aperfectplaneventskentuckiana/

Guest Information
Diana Indies
Website: http://www.bettertopics.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BetterTopicsOfficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettertopics/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BetterTopicsOf
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-indries-279645112/
YouTube: http://bit.ly/BetterTopics
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettertopics