Sad Spring Roll

Sad Spring Roll

December 9th, 2008 @ 1:44 pm by Mrs. Spring Roll
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This post was supposed to be an exciting post, explaining that we booked our ceremony musician. Much to my dismay, that is not the case. After a couple of weeks of trying to set up a meeting with a violinist, we finally scheduled one for earlier this week. Although I had strep and wanted nothing more than to lay around in my pajamas, I decided it was best to keep our meeting. Mr. Spring Roll and I anxiously awaited the arrival of the violinist. Fifteen minutes passed, and we thought she may be running late. Sixty minutes passed, still no violinist, call, or e-mail. We were stood up.

This is my first big vendor let down, and it hit me hard.

I was so disappointed that I nearly cried. Mr. Spring Roll, calm as always, reassured me that we would find another musician. At first, it was difficult for me to see the positive in this situation. Now I realize that we are lucky; we were able to see that the violinist wasn’t a good choice and now have a second chance. Although it is easier said than done, I need to put the disappointment aside and keep my hopes high that we will find a great musician; after all, the wedding is only three months away!

How did you deal with a vendor let down?

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12 Responses to “Sad Spring Roll”

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Ashley

We booked are cake baker 7 months before the wedding. She was perfect: young, spunky, and talented. She had the vision for our cake perfect! Then about 4 months before the wedding, she found out she would be moving to the other side of the country because her husband got a job transfer. We were pretty heart broken bc we feel in love with her… but everything worked out. We had a cake we loved in the end. (even though I’m sure hers would have looked even better!)

12/9/08 @ 1:58 pm (reply)

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Sparkles (message) 706 posts, Busy bee

I have a two parter vendor let down… My wedding coordinator highly recommended a caterer. My fi and I were skeptical, but we decided to try the caterer. So after I emailed our coordinator back and forth about what we wanted for the tasting, our coordinator contacted the caterer and told him what we wanted to try. (I had a feeling having a middle man would be bad luck- I usually do all the leg work, but I figured I would give it a try)
So my fi and I are serving a SPANISH THEME family style dinner: meaning paella, tapas, etc.
The caterer served us: CARNITAS, chips and dip/salsa. So I didn’t know who to be disappointed with. My coordinator or the caterer. A totally wasted trip. It turns out the caterer didn’t read my coordinators emails. but still. Spanish style food is NOT the same as mexican food.
I feel you on being bummed. I am glad you have a positive outlook though. (*But we found a terrific caterer though in the meantime*) =o)

12/9/08 @ 2:00 pm (reply)

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Raeann

How did I deal with a vendor let down?

I . Fired. Him.

The first DJ/ dance company we hired didn’t return the signed contract I sent out to him for a month, and didn’t cash the deposit check at all, and never so much as sent me an e-mail. So I fired him. I am a type-a nervous bride and I need more attention to detail than that. Imagine what he might be like at the wedding with this kindof a business ethic.

I love the couple we hired instead, who are a wedding planner/ Dj package.

12/9/08 @ 2:00 pm (reply)

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Miss Taffy (message) 3,104 posts, Sugar bee

I’m sorry! But think of it this way- at least the musician was a no show for your appointment, and not the wedding itself! Who needs vendors like that!

I am still a bit shocked from my vendor disappointment. I hired a wonderful DOC that did most of the weddings at my venue. Two weeks later, she left the company!!! My contract was with the company, not specifically with her, so I’m stuck. They haven’t even told me who will be doing my wedding, and I am very worried that she won’t be as experienced. Also, I felt betrayed by the DOC… she had to have known that she would be switching jobs in a few weeks.

12/9/08 @ 2:18 pm (reply)

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Ruby Slippers

Oh, Miss Spring Roll! I had the exact same thing happen with a photographer. In fact, ours was worse because the coffeeshop we had chosen to meet in was closed for renovations when we arrived, and as we were standing outside deciding whether or not to call him or just wait, he sent me a text: “Shop appears to be closed”. I sent one back immediately, telling him we were right outside. It was nighttime and quiet, no way he could miss us. He ignored that text and every one after that, and all calls and emails. So he was THERE, but stood us up anyway (he didn’t like the look of us, apparently?). What a dick. Actually I’m glad we didn’t hire him because the more I read his blog the more arrogant an asshole he comes off, so we’re well out of it! But I was really offended by his behaviour.

12/9/08 @ 2:22 pm (reply)

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budgetbeautiful (message) 1,191 posts, Bumble bee

I’m pretty picky when it comes to vendors. If they don’t reply to my initial contact e-mails within 72 hours, then just for me personally? They’re not going to be a match. I’m a type A person. I need quick answers to my questions and concerns. Anyone that isn’t similarly set up this way will just clash with me. I can’t do “laid back” e-mail when I get around to it vendors. NO WAY, JOSE.

I would be very upset if I was stood up for a vendor appointment. Honestly, I don’t know how some of these vendors stay in business with their crappy customer service skills.

12/9/08 @ 3:54 pm (reply)

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IronMaiden (message) 121 posts, Blushing bee

I admit it - I swore and threw things!! Just after getting engaged, my fiance and I found a venue that we fell in love with. We met the coordinator, loved her, and went over the budget, what it would include and all applicable venue policies. She quoted us a very specific price (all inclusive style venue) and said she’d send the contract in a few days. Well, the contract came all right, with a bunch of extra charges totalling nearly 20% more than the initial quote! When I called her on it, she hemmed and hawed and said basically, oh well I’ll see about doing it your way, but I’m not sure my boss will go for it. She went back on her own word! Needless to say, we did not go for it - if we can’t trust her word, what is the point?? Yep, yelling and swearing…

12/9/08 @ 4:35 pm (reply)

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frenchbulldog (message) 7,730 posts, Bee Keeper

I’m a true believe that things happen for a reason, I’m sorry violinist didn’t show, but I’ll find a better fit now

12/9/08 @ 4:53 pm (reply)

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liane4tino

I’m so sorry that happened to you! I know how it feels to have “vendor let down” syndrome. My photographer who I adored unprofessionally backed out on us 3 1/2 months before the wedding! And what made it worse was the fact that we were planning our back home Ohio wedding from our home here in Vegas! My mom had to call me with the news because the photographer apparently didn’t have the ability to do it herself. I was devistated! I was so stressed at that point anyway, so this was icing on the cake! My hall coordinator gave us the name of a photographer who she loved and enjoyed working with, and that was who we ended out getting. June 21st was the only date that he had open for the entire summer! It was fate! He ended out doing an incredible job, and all of the my drama was for nothing. So trust me, it will all work out! Think of it as a blessing in disguise! Good luck!

12/9/08 @ 7:40 pm (reply)

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Miss Glitter (message) 986 posts, Busy bee

So sorry you got stood up! You are right about being lucky though. What if she flaked on the big day? I’m glad you will find a more reliable and professional vendor! Good luck with your new search!

12/9/08 @ 9:44 pm (reply)

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