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Welcome to the Cut The Cake Podcast, where we are here to help you navigate the wonderful, yet sometimes overwhelming, world of wedding planning.
In this podcast you'll go behind the scenes on the wedding industry with us, Melanie and Tania, two wedding-obsessed girls from Melbourne, Australia. With over 20 years of combined experience in the wedding and events industry, we bring you no-nonsense advice, industry secrets, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Melanie, the coffee-loving, fun-obsessed wedding planner, stylist, and coordinator, will be your go-to for all things weddings. While Tania, the creative director and expert in design, will bring your wedding day vision to life through beautiful stationery and signage.
Together, we'll tackle hot wedding topics, have informal and fun chats with leading wedding vendors, and share insights and answers to all your burning wedding questions. No BS, just real talk about planning and enjoying your special day.
So, if you're feeling overwhelmed, elbow deep in a tub of ice cream, and in need of some wedding intel, subscribe to Cut the Cake on your favourited streaming platform. And don't forget to slide into our DMs on Instagram @cutthecakepodcast or email us at hello@cutthecake.com.au with all your burning wedding questions.
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In this episode of Cut The Cake we tackle more wedding planning questions you, our lovely listeners, have sent our way for not only advice. But for the honest truths to help you plan your wedding without any unnecessary stress.Questions we discuss include whether florists take back wedding florals at the end of a wedding and if this is normal. Venue requirements for packing up styling pieces and how this differs from venue to venue. The feasibility of planning a winter wedding in Victoria. An...
Planning a property wedding is sometimes viewed as the easier wedding planning option. BUT, we are here to tell you that when couples do opt to wed at a property, whether it’s a private estate, a family garden, or an empty paddock, the logistics and details involved can quickly become overwhelming. But with that said, there are so many incredible benefits of planning a property wedding. So we thought what better way to give you real insights than by chatting with a real bride who planned a pr...
With many couples finding love on dating apps, the concept of planning a wedding through a similar platform seems like a natural next step - yes? Enter The Best Wedding App! The Best Wedding App encourages couples to swipe right for their favored wedding vendors, just as they would for a prospective love match on a dating app. But it's not just about the swiping; it's about planning your wedding with ease, simplicity and convenience!In this episode of cut the cake, we have the fabulous Charis...
When you’re planning a wedding, it’s easy for the expenses to add up. At the end of the day, a wedding is a luxury and there are costs that come with having any type of event, big or small. But even so, whatever your budget is, there are ways to be savvy with you spend your money.What's more, we have been involved in planning and delivering countless weddings so we have tips galore when it comes to being a Savvy Sally/ Sam and we want to share these with you in this special episode. So h...
In this episode of Cut The Cake we delve deep into the intricacies of wedding planning by tackling an array of questions submitted by you, our loyal listeners. Questions like, how do I chase my RSVPs without being annoying. What exactly is a micro wedding? What's better, a band or DJ? And even the classic partner debate… Do we really have to navigate our wedding date around the AFL grand final? It’s another great round of questions so let’s not waste any time and get into today’s episode...
In the world of weddings, guestbooks have long been a staple for couples to capture the well-wishes and memories of their loved ones. However, in recent years there has been growing popularity for couples to move away from written guest books and incorporate an audio guestbook on their wedding day.Today on Cut the Cake, we have the privilege of chatting with Liz, the co-founder of Off The Hook. Off the Hook is one of the OG audio guest book companies in Australia and prides themselves in offe...
If you haven’t heard of Panama Dining Room, we are sure you have seen its iconic arched windows pop up on your Instagram feed. Yes those windows are spectacular, but Panama Dining Room offers so much more than just that picture-perfect Instagram photo.In this episode of "Cut the Cake," we are joined by Luke Stepsys, owner of Panama Dining Room; Luke shares his journey from being a chef to becoming a restaurateur and how he fell in love with Panama Dining Room at first sight. He explains the u...
Planning a wedding can be a daunting task, and many couples find themselves overwhelmed with the number of tasks that need to be completed. This is where delegating roles and responsibilities to friends, family, and your wedding party can be incredibly helpful. In this episode of Cut The Cake, we discuss the various tasks that can be delegated to your friends, family and wedding party that include traditional roles, as well as alternative options. So, let’s get into the juicy info w...
When we say property wedding, what comes to mind? Perhaps a beautiful marquee under a starry night with the most gorgeous sunset you ever did see across rolling hills as far as the eye can see? We’re the first to admit we love a property wedding. But here’s the thing. There is actually so much you need to consider when planning a property wedding. So, we have brought in an expert to talk all about this hot topic.Lauren is the founder and creative director of ETC Event Styling and specialises ...
When we started Cut The Cake, we wanted to give couples a platform to ask anything and everything they were going through in their wedding planning process. This month we have had some great questions sent our way!Questions like, what styling trends are hot this wedding season? Are mix and match bridesmaids dresses still a thing? How do I find good wedding vendors? And even some curly questions like can I invite guests 4 weeks out from my wedding date and should you invite people to your hens...
Makayla Donovan, along with her husband Tom are the founders of The Moissanite Company. A company based in Brisbane Australia that specialises in crafting bespoke ceremonial jewellery. Makayla’s mission is to create positive change within the jewellery industry, removing the stigma around cultured gemstones and allow couples to create their dream engagement and wedding rings that are affordable, luxurious and ethical.In this episode of Cut the Cake, Makayla explains the unique qualities and b...
Weddings are a joyous occasion. And yes, they come with a price tag. Couples often go into the planning process with little knowledge of what everything costs when putting a wedding day together, which in turn leads to unexpected expenses and budgeting stresses. Weddings can be a significant financial investment, so we think it is important for couples to have a realistic understanding of what your wedding could cost.In this episode of cut the cake, we dive into the hot topic of wedding costs...
If you haven't heard of Letterpress stationery, do not fear, as you are not alone. It’s an incredibly beautiful printing technique you can use when creating wedding or event stationery and instead of us explaining exactly what it is, where it came from and how you can use it in your stationery, we have brought in the experts from D&D Letterpress.In this episode, Danika and Doug from D&D Letterpress explain the process of letterpress printing, its history, and how it differs from other...
Navigating your way through planning a wedding is no easy feat. We know along the way there will be questions so instead of asking just anyone, you can ask us! Between Tania and I we have over 20 years experience planning and executing weddings and events and we are here to help you!In this episode of Cut The Cake, we dive into questions you have sent our way including:How do I work with uneven wedding party numbers when my Bridesmaid can no longer be in the wedding party.Why are weddings jus...
Music undoubtedly plays one of the most pivotal roles in crafting the atmosphere and sustaining energy throughout an event or wedding. It sets the tone from the first steps down the aisle to the final dance of the night. So finding the right DJ for your day is absolutely crucial.In this episode of Cut The Cake, we have an amazing chat with Aleks and Eddy from One More Song DJ who are the King and Queen of curating the perfect music experience for events and weddings. We discuss the role of a ...
We are pretty lucky at Cut The Cake to have Tania as one of our hosts. Why? Because she is an expert in event and wedding day stationery. And I’m not just saying this. She really is a pro at what she does. In this episode of Cut the Cake, Tania shares 10 unique and often overlooked stationary elements that can be incorporated into weddings and events. Overall, this episode offers a wealth of information for anyone looking to add special touches to their wedding or event with on the ...
In the world of weddings, a celebrant plays a crucial role in ensuring that the ceremony is not just a beautiful and memorable event, but also a legally binding one. While many people may think that the role of a celebrant is simply to officiate the wedding ceremony, there is much more to it than meets the eye. In this episode of Cut The Cake, we have the fabulous Mich from Marry us Mich joining us, and we delve into the various aspects of a celebrant's role and shed light on why their s...
It’s the start of a New Year and we know every engaged couple has questions about their wedding planning. But who do you ask? Well. You ask us! We’re here to help with any and all of your wedding planning questions. The curlier the question the better!!Our beautiful audience has sent through yet again some great questions for us which we will be covering in today’s episode. Questions like:What do I need to know if my venue changes venue coordinators?How far out should I book my celebran...
Glen is what we call a seasoned videographer. Meaning he’s not only super talented, but he has got experience! 15 years of experience to be exact. He is the founder of Director's Edge and specializes in creating happy films for couples who want a keepsake of their special day.In this episode of Cut The Cake, we discuss with Glen his background and experience in videography and how he got started in the wedding industry. The importance of capturing the narrative and storytelling in wedding fil...
Kate is a florist and co-founder of Sir Botanical. A floral design company based in Western Australia. With over six years of experience in the industry, Kate and her team specialise in creating stunning floral arrangements for weddings and events.In this episode of Cut The Cake, we discuss the world of florals and deep dive into why they cost what they do. Kate also provides tips for couples on how to keep their floral costs down. The types of floral pieces you could include on your wedding ...
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