Your Yorkshire Wedding - January/February 2021 (Issue 46)

All the latest from around the region Nearlywed NEWS JEWEL OF THE AISLE Joshua James, the luxury jeweller based in Hessle, has launched its exquisite Bridal Collection, promising to offer the perfect style for everyone. “Weddings represent an unforgettable experience, which is unique to you,” Ellie Clarke says. “We want to make sure the same can be said about your rings.” The collection offers a wide range of British-made rings, from classic wedding bands to contemporary designs. “We understand that finding the perfect piece to reflect your personality and style can sometimes feel impossible,” Ellie says. “We want to bring you a one-of-a-kind piece that you’ve always dreamed of. Our expert designers and craftspeople are here to make your dream jewellery a reality.” Throughout a simple three-stage process, you’ll go on a journey to create your piece, from initial sketches to delivery. Find out more at www.joshuajames.com BURSTING WITH JOY We’re wishing a huge congratulations to Jacqui Saxon of The Ultimate Balloon Company, who will be celebrating her 29 th wedding season in 2021. “I’m also refurbishing my wedding studio at my Rotherham workshop,” Jacqui says. “This will be ready to welcome visitors again, whenever it’s safe to do so. I have a wealth of experience and I’m now decorating weddings for the children of my original couples – I’m very proud of that.” Not one to rest on her laurels, over lockdown Jacqui honed her skills by attending a five-day virtual balloon convention and plenty of other virtual sessions to learn new and exciting techniques. “I can’t wait to show my new designs to my couples for 2021 and beyond,” Jacqui says. Visit www.ultimateballoon.co.uk  SWEET DELIGHTS Like so many wedding businesses, cake designer Sweet Chic felt the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, but owner Helen Birkinshaw was determined to adapt to keep her business alive. “During the first lockdown we started offering personalised iced cookies and chocolate treats,” Helen explains. “There were some beautiful messages of love leaving Sweet Chic HQ.” As more couples were having to postpone their big days, Helen decided it was time to take a risk and launch something totally new. “I teamed up with like-minded small local businesses, who create handmade items, to set up the York Hamper Company,” she explains. “We offer luxury hampers and gifts with a passion for all things handmade and local. I’m both terrified and elated to be starting something new in such uncertain times, but I believe we’re stronger together and we must diversify to continue doing what we love.” The York Hamper Company will soon develop a wedding range, including Sweet Chic bridesmaid proposal boxes, gifts for the bridal party and treats for the night before the wedding. Check out www.sweetchic.co.uk an d www.yorkhampercompany.co.uk www.jose ygrace.com www.jose ygrace.com YOUR ESSENTIALS 9