Haiti Fundraiser = Chance to win wedding photographer

I was so excited to find out about this amazing contest from Elly's Photography. You can win three different wedding packages by simply making a donation to Doctors Without Borders to assist with the relief efforts in Haiti. Click here to see the details of this contest.

Here is how it the contest works:
All you need to do is go to the Doctors Without Borders website, here: Doctors Without BordersDonate a minimum of $15.00, Doctors Without Borders will then send a receipt to the e-mail you provide them. Just forward that e-mail to my e-mail here: freeweddingfundraiser@gmail.com (All entries must be sent to this e-mail to be qualified)Also make sure and include the following information in that e-mail:Your Name:Phone Number:Home Address:E-mail:Wedding Date:Wedding Location:For every $15.00 you donate, you will receive another entry into the contest, making your chances of winning greater. For example, if you donate $60.00, you will be entered in the contest 4 times. Doctors Without Borders will send you another receipt in the mail. Make sure you hold onto that receipt as you will also need to provide that to us before claiming your prize. Failure to provide the written receipt will forfeit your prize and another contestant will be selected. You must enter before February 25th, 2010. The winners will be chosen and announced on February 26th, 2010. Good Luck!

Carolina Brides Win a Wedding Coordinator for your Wedding

In honor of Valentine's Day, SJB Weddings & Events is announcing it's first ever wedding giveaway! Keep reading to see how you can win our Weekend Wedding Coordination Package for your 2009 wedding.

On every August 17th, I think of my husband proposing to me. I still remember the scene, the candles, the rose petals and the wine.... but what exactly did he say? I know it was beautiful and thoughtful, because I obviously said yes, but I would love to remember exactly what he said.

So, with that in mind, the rules for this contest are quite simple. Tell us about that fabulous proposal that made you say yes. If you have pictures that will help you tell the story please send them. We are looking for the most romantic and beautiful wedding proposals out there. This of course is an excellent opportunity to win a wedding coordinator for your wedding day, but it is a great way to document how the most important question of your life was asked.

So here are the contest rules:

1. Tell us about how he proposed and feel free to attach any photos that help tell your story.
2. Send all entries to info{at} sjbweddingsandevents{dot}com no later than March 14, 2009 at 11:59 pm. On March 15,2009 the top five finalist will be selected and posted on the blog and our readers (which includes all of your family and friends) will have the opportunity to select the winner in a final two week vote. The winner will be announced on March 31, 2009.
   
3. Your wedding must take place in 2009 and in the Charlotte, NC and surrounding area. This surrounding area includes Columbia, SC, Spartanburg, SC, Winston Salem, NC and Greensboro, NC.
   

I am so excited to read all of your proposals. Good luck to all you! Even if you do not enter this contest, please sit down and document his proposal. I wish I had! :)

The beautiful photo is courtesy of Greenville Daily Photo

Couture Boudoir Contest from Critsey Rowe

Well it has been awhile since I have posted, but I am now back into the swing of things. Thanks to all of you who have continued to check back!

To start things off I have to post a very exciting contest that I'm sure brides-to-be out there are going to love. I know the men in their life will definitely love this! Actually, you may have read about it by now, but just in case you have not seen it on your reader here is the contest: A Couture Boudoir Photo Session from the wonderful Critsey Rowe! Here are the details:

The winner will receive a luxurious Couture Boudoir session to include a Custom Designed Couture Boudoir Album with the session photos. The session includes a fabulous Hair and Makeup Stylist to create different looks throughout the shoot and many wardrobe changes. A $100 lingerie gift card. A 4 day 3 night stay for two at one of the Couture Boudoir tour locations (see website for tour details)

To enter, submit the following to critsey@critseyrowe.com

-A short story about you and your guy

-Two photos of yourself

-Your name, location and phone number.

Boudoir is the hottest trend in Bridal Photography. This would be a fabulous gift for you and your guy! Married ladies are welcome to enter! Valentines is just around the corner - what a great surprise!

Contest ends on December 15th and the winner will be announced on the Couture Boudoir website.

Sponsors are:

The Bridal ShowCase

Joni lineberger Stylist

Best Wedding Blogs



If you have been watching My Fair Wedding, Critsey has been the photographer for a few of the shows. Take a look at her blog to see some of the beautiful photographs. If you are unsure of what Boudoir photography is here is are a few photos to give you an idea!

Pop the Question in Essence Magazine

Would you love to ask your beloved to marry you in a national magazine? More importantly would you like help pulling off the magically moment in a way that she will remember always? Well Essence Magazine is bringing their popular contest "Will You Marry Me?" to their pages again.

Here are the rules from Essence:

For two years running, we've helped men create surprise marriage proposals in the pages of this magazine. Millions logged on to Essence.com to view the proposals and vote for their favorite couple—awarding the duo with a once-in-a-lifetime experience: a fabulous all-expenses-paid wedding and honeymoon. Now you and your beloved could be among our next set of winners. Tell us what makes her so extra special and why you want to surprise her with a proposal in Essence. Send your submission to marryme@essence.com no later than October 31, 2008, along with your full name, address, daytime and evening phone numbers and a photo of you and your lady.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. The Essence “Will You Marry Me?” Contest ends on October 31, 2008 at 11:59 PM. Open to legal male residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are 19 years or older at the time of entry. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.”

Good luck Gentlemen! I'll be voting this year! :)