Knot Etiquette for The Knot Boards
Knot etiquette is a set of loosely defined guidelines that most knottie abide by. Here are a few guidelines and their explanations. These aren't a requirement but are much appreicated by your fellow knotties.
Introduce Yourself
You wouldn't walk into a party where you didn't know anyone and not introduce yourself, would you? Most knotties will be much more inclined to answer questions and offer opinions to a knottie who has introduced themselves. We are more than excited to welcome to you the board if you give us a chance.
How should you introduce yourself? Tell us when you got engaged, when you've set your date and a little about you and your FI. Tells us what kind of wedding you are planning, share your bio, if you have one.
Learn The Lingo
Chatting with people who actually want to hear about your wedding is fun. To make it easier we have our own vernacular, the abbreviations can be found under "Knottie Lingo". So take sometime to learn and use it!
Use the search function
This is my (FireDancer04) BIGGEST pet peeve. Before you ask a question, take some time to search through the last few pages of the board, your question might have been answered already. At the bottom of the board there is also a search feature and you can search just the June 2011 board.
This keeps the board clutter free, saves time and patience of fellow knotties and gets you a quick answer.
Protect Yourself
Please be aware that this is a public forum. Anyone can see what you post, as well as a google search it. That includes your MOH who can log in and see what you are saying about her. Also vendors tend to look at the boards, although they aren't allowed to post there can be ramifications for ranting about a vendor. Don't share personal information. The knot now has a private message feature so you may contact another knottie. Don't share your phone number, last name or address.
Give Credit Where Credit is Due
If a knottie has been particularly helpful, give her a shot out. If you use another knottie's photo in your bio put there name and a link next to it (if you remembered to save it). If you didn't save it, don't be offended if she asks you to do this.
Introduce Yourself
You wouldn't walk into a party where you didn't know anyone and not introduce yourself, would you? Most knotties will be much more inclined to answer questions and offer opinions to a knottie who has introduced themselves. We are more than excited to welcome to you the board if you give us a chance.
How should you introduce yourself? Tell us when you got engaged, when you've set your date and a little about you and your FI. Tells us what kind of wedding you are planning, share your bio, if you have one.
Learn The Lingo
Chatting with people who actually want to hear about your wedding is fun. To make it easier we have our own vernacular, the abbreviations can be found under "Knottie Lingo". So take sometime to learn and use it!
Use the search function
This is my (FireDancer04) BIGGEST pet peeve. Before you ask a question, take some time to search through the last few pages of the board, your question might have been answered already. At the bottom of the board there is also a search feature and you can search just the June 2011 board.
This keeps the board clutter free, saves time and patience of fellow knotties and gets you a quick answer.
Protect Yourself
Please be aware that this is a public forum. Anyone can see what you post, as well as a google search it. That includes your MOH who can log in and see what you are saying about her. Also vendors tend to look at the boards, although they aren't allowed to post there can be ramifications for ranting about a vendor. Don't share personal information. The knot now has a private message feature so you may contact another knottie. Don't share your phone number, last name or address.
Give Credit Where Credit is Due
If a knottie has been particularly helpful, give her a shot out. If you use another knottie's photo in your bio put there name and a link next to it (if you remembered to save it). If you didn't save it, don't be offended if she asks you to do this.
