Category Archives: Ann’s Shopping Spree

17Jan2012

Congrats to Our $500 Shopping Spree Winner for December!

A big congratulations goes out to Kim and Shawn — the last winner of our monthly Shopping Spree Giveaway! December was the last month to enter and win a $500 shopping spree for www.AnnsBridalBargains.com. Kim and Shawn will no doubt enjoy shopping the wide range of products Ann’s has to offer, from save the dates and wedding invitations to accessories and bridal party gifts.Kim and Shawn - the $500 Ann's Bridal Bargains December Shopping Spree Winner

So let’s meet the lovely couple! Kim and Shawn met when they were 18 and dated for about a year, but they decided to split up and go their separate ways. Kim never stopped thinking about Shawn and decided to look him up one day on Facebook. The conversation started all over again. When visiting her area, Shawn invited Kim to have coffee and the rest is history.

A wedding date has been set for July 1, 2012. They’re planning a beautiful, blue and silver wedding. We can’t wait to hear about all the details!

Congrats, you two, and have fun shopping!

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12Nov2011

Congratulations to the October Winner of the Ann’s $500 Shopping Spree!

A big congrats goes out to our newest Shopping Spree Winner…Glenda! She’ll have tons of fun spending $500 at AnnsBridalBargains.com on anything from save the dates and wedding invitations to accessories and favors.

 

But first, you have to hear the story behind their courtship and proposal! Glenda and Andy have known each other since they were kids. They grew up in the same small town, went to church together and occasionally spent time with the same friends. They never dated and went their separate ways to college. After 15 years, both returned home, the stars aligned and the dating began. He won her heart treating her like a princess — helping her study, taking care of her when she was sick and bringing her daisies simply because they’re her favorite. Being a good Christian man was the icing on top (something she always wanted).

 

Now, for the proposal story! This is good.

While Andy wanted Glenda to pick out her ring, he also wanted a proper proposal. Andy first attempted to embarrass her on the Jumbotron at her favorite team’s game, the Arkansas Razorbacks. Unfortunately, it wasn’t in the cards. He then worked with the local radio station, which was having a game party at a local restaurant in Little Rock. The radio DJ jumped on the bar at halftime to have some fun with trivia, but threw in an extra trivia question at the end  — “Does anyone have a birthday on October 13?”  Glenda shyly raised her hand. The DJ then asked her to come to the bar so he could introduce her to the crowd. He gave her a huge bouquet of heart-shaped balloons, a restaurant glass and had the bar sing happy birthday. After all that embarrassment, she began to walk back to her seat and the DJ stopped her just in time to see Andy walking around the corner carrying a huge bouquet of flowers. The DJ introduced Andy as Glenda’s fiancé, and Glenda corrected him saying, “He’s not my fiancé yet.” Then, Andy got down on one knee and said, “I will be if you marry me.” Naturally the girl said YES!

 

And the dream wedding…Island Sunset

Glenda has been dreaming of a wedding on the beach at sunset, and Andy is delivering! The lovely couple will get married in the Cayman Islands the day after Thanksgiving, on the beach, at sunset. And while the couple will miss the biggest Razorbacks game of the year, I’d say a wedding on the beach is way better. Plus, a fabulous reception is planned for the return home.

Here’s to a few dreams come true! Congratulations, Glenda and Andy!

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15Oct2011

The Winner of the September Ann’s Bridal Bargains $500 Shopping Spree is…

A big congratulations goes out to Kim! She signed up to become a member of Ann’s in September and is the lucky winner of a $500 Ann’s Shopping Spree!

 

Kim and her fiancé, Howard, met in college, and years later he found her on MySpace, exchanged numbers and the rest is history. What’s more fabulous than the chase? Oh, right. The proposal! On Christmas Day, he gave Kim a build-a-bear that had a heart pillow on the front and a ring on the back.  When she opened the box, Howard asked her to push the heart and it said to look on the back of the heart – and there was the sparkler! He got down on his knees, professed his love and said she was his best friend, and asked her to marry him. How sweet!

 

Now they are in the midst of planning a beautiful summer wedding in Indiana with an Endless Love theme in lavender, dark purple and charcoal gray.

Planning the perfect wedding on a budget is tough, and Kim has a piece of advice for other budget-savvy brides, “Sunday weddings are always cheaper!”

Well, Kim – here’s to saving a ton of money on wedding invitations and accessories, and spending that $500 on what’s most important to you. Have a blast with this shopping spree on us!

Congratulations!

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21Sep2011

The August Winner of Ann’s Bridal Bargains Shopping Spree Is…

Congratulations to Sofia of LA! Sofia signed up to become a member of Ann’s Bridal Bargains in August and was randomly selected to win the Ann’s $500 Shopping Spree! She can spend her $500 on anything at Ann’s – wedding invitations, ceremony accessories, reception accessories, you name it!

Sofia and her fiancé, Jongho, are just starting to plan a beautiful, 2012 winter wonderland wedding in crystal white and blue. The couple met each other at a party hosted by one of Sofia’s friends, and Jongho proposed at their favorite restaurant. Awww…

While the couple is just getting their feet wet wedding planning, they are determined to have fun and have vowed not to let it stress them out. Sofia adds, “Ask friends and family for referrals and don’t be shy to ask for help when you feel overwhelmed.” Great money and stress saving tip!

Congrats to the happy couple, and here’s to creating a beautiful, budget-savvy winter wonderland wedding!

Want to win September’s $500 Shopping Spree? Just visit http://www.annsbridalbargaings.com, and watch your email next month! Believe it or not, winners don’t always respond so we have to select a new winner. Watch for this subject line in your email: You Won the September Ann’s Bridal Bargains $500 Shopping Spree!

Good luck!

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13Aug2011

The Winner of the July Ann’s Bridal Bargains $500 Shopping Spree is…

Congratulations to Stevie, and her fiancé Nik!  They won a $500 Shopping Spree from Ann’s Bridal Bargains by signing up to become a member in July.  Stevie was selected by random.org out of the total number of entrants last month, and can spend her $500 on ANYTHING at AnnsBridalBargains.com.  From save the dates, to wedding invitations, to wedding accessories, and even bridal party gifts, and keepsakes.

Nik and Stevie have a very contemporary story about how they met – on Facebook through mutual friends!  Love it.  But what’s even better, is the proposal story…

They had spent the day at a folk music festival watching Nik’s favorite band, and he later pulled Stevie aside and started to ask the big question.  Right in the middle of it he says, “There’s too much trash around here”, and walks away – leaving Stevie a bit dumbfounded.  Later that evening they ventured to a bamboo forest that he loved, but she had never seen before, and attempted again.  Down on one knee and about to pop the question, a shirtless guy and his dog walk right in between then and stops to yell – “This place is awesome! I forgot this was here!”  Attempt #2 – failed.  Finally, while having fun and goofing around trying to cheer up the groom-to-be, he grabbed and kissed her …and there went the ring out of his hand and down to the lake!  But, as fate would have it, he dove for the ring and caught it before it the lake could swallow it and the third time was the charm.

Now the couple is excited to plan a spring, outdoor wedding at a park in South Carolina for a laid back, hippie picnic feel they so want, and are using the great outdoors to their advantage, saving tons of money on wedding decorations.  But this frugal couple found more ways to save!  The bride found a beautiful sundress for the cost of a t-shirt, are making a few decorations on their own to add to the beautiful outdoors, and are having friends and family be a part of the big day in the form of photography, catering, and even entertainment.  Their wedding colors, sage green and white, will lend themselves beautifully along with different wildflowers throughout.

Stevie’s tip to other brides on a budget – think outside the box.  “There are so many options to keep your wedding from being too ‘cookie cutter.”

Congrats to the happy couple – and here’s to having fun spending $500, and to a beautiful new life together.

Want to win a $500 shopping spree, too?  Just sign up at AnnsBridalBargains.com and become a member today.  Good luck!

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13Jul2011

Congratulations, Sheena and Ryan! You’re the Shopping Spree Winners for June

Sheena met her fiancé, Ryan, through PlentyOfFish.com. A good friend made a profile for Sheena after moving away so they could keep in touch. Ryan messaged her and after about a year they met as friends and started dating shortly after. They’ve been together for four years now!

Sheena and Ryan plan on a traditional wedding in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri with a main wedding color of purple and an accent color that is yet to be decided. They’ll receive $500 to use anytime on anything site-wide at Ann’s Bridal Bargains, and it sounds like Ann’s is the perfect place for them to shop.

“I’m a nursing student, so I’m planning on a tight budget. You have no idea how much this means to me!” says Sheena.

Lucky for Sheena, $500 goes a long way at Ann’s. We’ve got all kinds of wedding necessities at affordable prices, from save the dates to bridal party gifts.

Congrats again to the happy couple! We’re excited to help you keep your beautiful wedding within a reasonable budget. Have fun shopping!

Sincerely,

The Ann’s Bridal Bargains Team,

P.S. Sign up to be a member at Ann’s Bridal Bargains and you could be next month’s $500 Shopping Spree winner!

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15Jun2011

Congratulations, Carrie and Kurtis! You’re the Ann’s Bridal Bargains Shopping Spree Winners for May!

The lucky winners will receive $500 to use anytime on anything site-wide, and at Ann’s Bridal Bargains, $500 goes a long ways! Since Carrie and Kurtis plan on getting married in August of 2012, they have lots of time to shop everything from save the dates to wedding invitations to wedding reception decorations.

Let’s hear a little bit about this couple’s romantic story.

Carrie and Kurtis are getting married after parting ways 20 years ago! Carrie says Kurtis stole her heart, but her parents didn’t approve at the time. Of course, that resulted in the two of them sneaking around, but after getting caught a couple of times they decided to go their separate ways. Both got married and had children, but both marriages fell through. Then Carrie discovered his name on a friend’s social network page. Carrie decided to send him a message and the rest is history! Kurtis moved to Illinois shortly after to be with Carrie.

“We have 6 kids between the two of us and the best of times!!!” she says. “The first time you fall in love, it changes you forever and no matter how hard you try, that feeling just never goes away.”

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Congratulations you two! We’re so happy you found each other once again, and we’re glad to be a part of your extra special day.

Sincerely,

The Ann’s Bridal Bargains Team,

P.S. Sign up to be a member at Ann’s Bridal Bargains and you could be next month’s $500 Shopping Spree winner!

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18May2011

Congratulations, Holli and Todd! You’re the Shopping Spree Winners for April!

As the lucky winners of Ann’s monthly shopping spree giveaway, Holli and Todd will receive $500 to use anytime on anything site-wide, and they’ve already got some great ideas for what to buy!

“I’m sure we’ll find plenty of items to put that shopping spree to good use (already thinking about a cake serving set and champagne flutes)!” says Holli.

Holli and Todd met in the workplace and really hit it off right away. Fast forward a little…and Todd is ready to propose, which he chose a very unique moment to do so. Since Holli and Todd love Halloween, they decided to dress up this last October as characters from The Hangover. Todd was practicing the wedding toast from the movie, which he planned to recite at the big party that night, and when he was finished Holli turned around to find him on one knee. She of course said yes and later on at the party, Todd added a little something after his mock toast announcing their engagement to all of their friends. Now that’s a fun proposal!

Holli and Todd are planning an autumn wedding, which will take place at an old mansion in Florida that has been converted to a bed and breakfast. Holli says the mansion has a very “antique feel,” so antique style has become a part of her wedding theme. She has chosen a champagne dress with an ivory lace overlay and her colors are ivory, gold and dark brown with accents of olive green.

You’re off to an impressive start, Holli! We’re so excited for the two of you and can’t wait to see what you choose for your gorgeous, antique-style wedding!

Sincerely,

The Ann’s Bridal Bargain Team

P.S. Sign up to be a member at Ann’s Bridal Bargains and you could be next month’s $500 Shopping Spree winner!

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21Apr2011

Congratulations, Jenny! You’re the Shopping Spree Winner for March!

Jenny P. is the lucky winner of Ann’s monthly Shopping Spree giveaway. She’ll receive $500 to use anytime on anything site-wide!

Jenny and her fiancé, Sean, met while he was DJing at a club in Columbus Ohio. Sean (aka Ace) works full-time as a radio DJ and Jenny works as an Aquatics Director for YMCA. They had dated for two and a half years when Sean proposed — in front of a live audience! See it for yourself: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFGuj7sOxuA

We loved being able to see the proposal recorded live, but we love their wedding theme even more — pizza! That’s right. Jenny and Sean are planning a pizza-themed wedding, which will take place in Columbus, Ohio. They’ll be serving pizza at the reception, and they’ve chosen Parmesan shakers and pizza cutters as wedding favors.

Enjoy the shopping spree, Jenny! Be sure to take a look at all of our discount wedding invitations, ceremony accessories, reception decorations and more! We’re certain you’ll discover some great finds to complete your special day!

Sincerely,

The Ann’s Bridal Bargains Team

P.S. Sign up to be a member at Ann’s Bridal Bargains and you could be next month’s $500 Shopping Spree winner!

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14Mar2011

Congratulations, Amy! You’re the Shopping Spree Winner for February!

Amy Fuller will be receiving $500 to Ann’s Bridal Bargains, which she can spend on absolutely anything she wants site-wide! We’re super excited to take care of Amy’s wedding accessory necessities. From the wedding invitation to bridal party gifts, we’ve got everything you need for a price you can’t pass up.

Wedding in a Box with Guest Book Pillow Basket

 

 

One of our top recommendations for Amy — and all of our Bargainistas, of course — is the Wedding in a Box! You get lots of important necessities for a low price. Check it out.

 

Enjoy the shopping spree, Amy! We wish you and your future husband a wonderful wedding and a long and loving life together.

 

 

Sincerely,

 

The Ann’s Bridal Bargains Team

P.S. Sign up to be a member at Ann’s Bridal Bargains and you could be next month’s $500 Shopping Spree winner!

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