Wedding Bulletins – Spread the Word about your Big Day

May 7, 2012 By

Spread with word about your special day with personalized wedding bulletins. Outline your ceremony, thank the people who helped you and create unique notes with themed wedding bulletins to memorialize your day. You can use wedding bulletins for many purposes to make a statement to your guests.

Giving out wedding bulletins (you can buy them at My Dream Wedding) adds a professional touch to your day. After all, we all appreciate a program to follow along during a special event. Wedding bulletins inform your guests and give them a remembrance to review after the day is over. The day goes quickly and having a bulletin is the perfect way to relive every exciting moment later.

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Wedding Bulletins – Spread the Word

List the people who helped you in your wedding bulletin and thank them for all their assistance.

Everyone works hard to make a wedding day happy. Your wedding party, your family and even clergy are all people help to make your marriage possible. A wedding bands bulletin reflects the essence of your appreciation for your union and the people who supported you along the way.

You may also decide to list service providers in your wedding bulletins. A wedding employs many people from the musicians to the florist to the photographer. Many of these people get most of their business from referrals. Share their talents with friends and family by listing them in your wedding bulletins. It also saves you from having to search for names and telephone numbers when guests ask for them after your wedding bulletins that reflect the theme of your once in a lifetime day.

Garden weddings include flowers, fresh air and butterflies and monarch butterfly wedding bulletins capture the free feeling of outdoor weddings. If you have a country wedding in a huge tent, make sure to hand out western wedding bulletins to let the guests know about all the fun ahead. Religious couples distribute bible and roses wedding bulletins to outline their holy ceremony from start to finish, including special bible readings and quotes. Beach weddings command informality so beach theme stationary works well for announcements, invitations, thank you notes, menus and bulletins.

Finally, make sure you select standard wedding bulletins in an 8 1/2″ x 11″ size so they fit on your home printer and copier. This makes it easier to customize your wedding bulletins so they really speak to your guests in your own words.

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Unique Wedding Ceremony Ideas

February 26, 2012 By

Unity CandlesThere are countless wedding ceremony ideas to personalize your special day. Whether you have a civil ceremony, religious ceremony or prepare your own wedding vows, there are additional ceremonies to express your eternal love and commitment.

The wedding location is often chosen based on religion and season. Couples get married in churches, temples, mosques, gardens, beaches, halls and a variety of other venues. Before you choose a location, discuss the fees, restrictions and what will be included. Based on your location and its rules, you can have additional ceremonies that reflect the theme of your special day. One example is a unity sand ceremony at a beach wedding.

The happy couples use different colored sands and take turns filling the unity vase while they recite special vows of commitment, which are separate from the wedding vows. The unity vase is a lasting keepsake of this romantic ceremony. Choose a heart shaped sand ceremony set that has everything you need including a lovely keepsake vase.

Another ceremony representing togetherness is the unity candle ceremony. Two taper candles and one pillar candle are used. The mothers of the bride and groom light the taper candles at the beginning of the wedding. After the vows are exchanged, the bride and groom each use a taper candle to light the pillar candle to represent the joining of two families. Personalized unity candles express the day’s theme, such as winter wonder unity ceremony candles for a seasonal wedding. Celebrate family heritage with a family circle monogram personalized unity candle or Celtic charm unity ceremony candles.

Roses may are used for ceremony, often at garden weddings. The bride and groom exchange a single rose to represent their first gift to each other as a wedded couple. Scattering silk rose petals around the ceremonial area adds to the atmosphere. After the rose ceremony, you can keep the silk petals in a basket as a keepsake.

The flower girl and the ringer bearer are an important part of the wedding party. The flower girl holds the flowers for the bride. Her basket can reflect your unique wedding ceremony ideas. A romantic vintage western flower girl basket suits a western wedding perfectly. Couples planning a butterfly release ceremony can use a butterfly dream flower girl basket. The ring bearer has the important job of holding the rings for the bride and groom during the ceremony. Use a funky felt pillow for informal nuptials. For military couples, the discerning camouflage pillow shows off your commitment to the country and each other.

These are just a few of the most popular wedding ceremony ideas to customize your special day.

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Silver Toasting Flutes: Choosing the Perfect Glasses

January 23, 2012 By

wedding taosting glassesWhether you are looking for silver toasting flutes silver toasting flutes or crystal wine stems, the search should begin with some thought and glasses should not be chosen simply for appearance, appeal and good looks alone.

Before you begin to shop for wedding toasting flutes, think about what you need and how you want the glasses to serve you, now and in the future. Also, think about your lifestyle and what kind of toasting flutes would best suit you both.

If your flutes will be used for the wedding reception only and then stored in a china cabinet from that day forward, only to be looked at but never used, then you can consider silver lusterware champagne flutes. However, if you plan on using your toasting flutes often in the future, then lusterware is not your best choice because as you may know, the luster tends to wear off over time, especially with handling and regular washing. Although stunningly beautiful, a lusterware champagne flute is meant to be a very occasional indulgence. For regular use, consider silver toasting flutes that have crystal vessels and silver embellishments on the stems only. For example, silver plated open heart and jewel drop stem champagne flutes or clear glass flutes with a silver plated stand may be more appropriate.

You should also consider whether or not you will be toasting with champagne or wine. Not everyone likes champagne, nor can every wedding afford it. Many couples have their wedding toasts with wine, either red or white. In this case, you may want to consider wine goblets instead of champagne flutes. Toasting sets that have larger goblets are more appropriate for wine that champagne flutes would be, and silver toasting flutes are still available in a wine version with lovely flutes vessels and long stems. They simply have a little wider mouth since wine is not effervescent and bubbly like champagne is.

Of course, cost should also be an important consideration. If you are just purchasing one set of silver toasting flutes for the bride and groom, then by all means splurge and buy the set you love the most, no matter the cost! However, if you want your entire head table to be matching and you are purchasing silver toasting flutes for the entire table, then cost may be very important – especially if you have a large wedding party. In this case, look for those that are silver plated or have lusterware finishes as these tend to be less expensive. If silver is critical because it is part of your overall wedding theme, then choose a toasting set for the head table that has silver on the stems only or just silver accents and embellishments. The less silver or silver plate that is on the wedding toasting glasses, the less expensive they tend to be.

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50th Wedding Anniversary Favours to Celebrate a Golden Accomplishment

January 13, 2012 By

Black Baroque Elegant Place Card HoldeA couple’s 50th wedding anniversary is indeed a major event. Not only have they made it together for a half century, they also have likely been together for over 70% of their entire lives. A 50th party wedding anniversary is an accomplishment that demands a party and 50th party wedding favours make that day all the more special and memorable.

Fifty years, no matter how you look at it, is a long time. If a couple’s wedding anniversary happens today, at least four things are almost a given. They remember and probably lived through the global depression of the 1930′s. They remember and likely, at least one of them fought in World War II. They were married at least a decade before the majority of their friends had a television. They got to enjoy Frank Sinatra and the fifties in person and never envisioned a throwaway society, Madonna or reality television.

To make a fifty year anniversary party a success, you need to decorate the place of celebration in a manner that “captures the moment.” Apart from normal decorations, one great way to include all the guests and celebrate the occasion is to use 50th wedding anniversary favours. These can include anything from inexpensive give away gifts to mementos that celebrate the guests of honor.

A “Portraits of Love” Frosted-Glass Frame/Place Card Holder with a picture of the happy couple for each attending party is one idea. Another is to appoint every table with a “The Golden Years!” 50th Anniversary Frosted-Glass Votive with Silver-Plate & Gold Tassel. Giving each guest a “Cheers to a Great Combination” Wine Set will remind them of the couple and their accomplishment for years to come.

A major part of any 50th wedding anniversary is the gift you give. As the years pass by, 50th wedding anniversary gifts tend to get larger in scope and expense. While the first couple of decades might focus on stuff the couple needs or personal items that they can utilize, gifts after year 24 tend to focus on larger, luxury items. You might want to consider a group gift, such as a cruise or vacation getaway. Other popular ideas are home makeover projects, such as remodeling a kitchen or a constructing a patio with a full patio set for their enjoyment. Whatever you choose, because of the accomplishment, it is likely to be used for years to come.

 

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Bridal Purses – What Is Your Selection

December 16, 2011 By

Vertical Band with Crystal Detail Evening BagBridal purses are essential to your wedding day because they need to be appropriately designed so it does not steal the almighty wedding dress thunder, but also conveniently sized to hold all the things you may or may not need to use before, during, and after the wedding ceremony.

Satin clutches are the perfect choice for you and your wedding attendants to carry down the aisle or to the wedding reception. They are usually available in a wide range of colors to match all of your bridesmaids’ dresses and will look elegant rather than distracting. Choose sating clutches with snap openings to make them easier to access. This is particularly useful if you are planning to wear gloves because a zipper pull may be difficult to hold onto or tear at your gloves.

Simple evening bags are another great choice for your bridal purses. These elegant bags of simple design will keep all your little items close at hand, such as lipstick, compact, brush, glasses, or even your cell phone. These are particularly nice for the mother of the bride to carry because of their sophisticated look and feel.

Small handled bags are also appropriate for you and your wedding party because they are easy to carry. Stick with smaller sized bags that are made of fabric and not of distracting colors. You might even want to choose some vintage style handbags that will add to the romantic feel of the day or night.

Drawstring bags make great bridal purses because they are small, hold many small items securely inside, and can even be attached to your dress with the looped drawstrings if you choose. These also double as money collection bags during the bride’s dance where male guests place money in the bag in exchange for a spin on the dance floor.

All of these bridal purses are ideal for your wedding no matter what style of wedding you are going to have. They also make the perfect bridesmaid and mother-in-law gifts because they will not only come in handy on the wedding day, they will also be a useful item for a fun evening out or other formal affairs.

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The Many Uses of Wedding Handkerchiefs

November 26, 2011 By

Wedding handkerchiefs are used during wedding ceremonies as a symbol of a woman’s love for her chosen man. They are also quite handy during the emotional moments of the wedding ceremony since they can be easily used to dry the eyes of a weepy bride or groom. Wedding handkerchiefs are generally made of linen, cotton or silk and can be plain and simple or elaborately decorated with lace and colorful embroidery.

Brides will most often carry their wedding handkerchiefs in their hands to the altar with the decorative portion of the fabric facing outwards from the hands. They can also be wrapped around the base of the bridal bouquet to make it more comfortable to hold. If wearing gloves, the bride might want to place a wedding handkerchief folded neatly inside or hanging from a sash or ribbon that is on the wedding dress. If you do not want to ruin your beautifully decorated wedding handkerchiefs with tears and mascara, carry a separate one that can be used for wiping the eyes or nose. Choose a wedding handkerchief that is embroidered with blue flowers to fulfill the “something blue” requirement.

Bridesmaids can also carry wedding handkerchiefs because they can often become weepy during the ceremony as well. While the bride will probably carry the most decorative wedding handkerchiefs, her attendants can carry ones that are just as lovely, yet less ornate. You might also want to turn this into a bridesmaid gift by having each of the wedding handkerchiefs embroidered in a different color or with a different design to personalize them. These can be carried during the wedding ceremony and kept afterwards as a reminder of your special day together.

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The groom and groomsmen can also carry wedding handkerchiefs in the front pockets of their suits. No suit is complete without a neatly folded handkerchief, so providing each groomsman with his very own pocket handkerchief will add a nice touch to any ensemble. These can also be embroidered in white with the names of the groomsmen and given to them as wedding party gifts as well. Grooms will also appreciate having their own handkerchiefs because even men get all weepy on the day they get married, so being able to reach into the pocket to use their handkerchiefs to get that “dust” out of their eyes will come in handy.

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Wedding Guest Book Ideas

November 25, 2011 By

If you want to have a really unique and memorable guest book that you can read, enjoy and share with your children and grandchildren years from now, try the uniqueness of a collaborative story book, complete with fairy tale ending – or at least you hope so because you really have no say!

Wedding Guest Books

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Purchase a guest book- it can be in a color that matches your wedding theme colors with a luxury cover and gold foil lettering on the front. Or it might be part of your wedding theme, such as seaside allure for a beach wedding, romantic vintage western for the country couple, or butterfly dreams for the dreamy romantic duo. Whatever the theme of your wedding, you should make sure that your guest book matches, or at least complements your theme or colors since a storybook guest book will be displayed prominently at your reception.

wedding guest booksPlace a large tabletop sign on your wedding  guest books table that reads as follows “HAPPILY EVER AFTER – Help to Write Our Wedding Story”. If you want, you can start the story or have your maid of honor and best man get the ball rolling. Of course the first line should be once upon a time  and then anything goes. Caution: this idea is not for the prudish, ultra conservative or control freak bride. You never do know what guests will say. Each guest is invited to carry on the story where the previous writer left off. You will find that some guests will write a whole paragraph, developing a love story nicely and others will be shier and only write a sentence or two.

By having yourself, or your maid of honor start the story with a few good solid paragraphs, you can be sure that the story will sort of flow in the right direction. Just be sure to either ask the guests to sign the page where they add their part of the story, or have a separate guest book for traditional signatures. You will need this to send out thank you cards, of course.

On a practical note, if alcohol is being served at your reception, and especially if you are treating your wedding guests to an open bar, you might want to make sure this is done early in the evening – or not depends on how adventurous you are!

A week after your wedding, on your 10th anniversary and when you celebrate your silver anniversary – be prepared to be entertained and laugh out loud, over and over again, when you read it back.

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Incorporating A Bridal Tiara into Your Wedding Day Attire

November 19, 2011 By

Bridal tiaras are once again a wedding day staple and fashionable accessory that can be seen, on not only brides, but also fashion models, socialites, and graduating teenagers. Bridal tiaras add that elegant sparkle and look of sophistication to the top of your wedding day attire. It is quite literally the cherry on top of a beautifully iced wedding cake, so be sure to make the most of your sparkling accessory by choosing the right tiara for you.

Garden Tiara in Silver with White PearlsWhen choosing a bridal tiara style, you need to consider a few things. The shape of your face should be the first thing you look at when trying on different styles of bridal tiaras. If you have a long, oblong shaped face, you probably don’t want to choose a bridal tiara that is too tall because it will only elongate your face even more, which is not a very attractive look. If you have a very wide or round shaped face, you want to stay away from a very thin or small sized bridal tiara because it will end up looking like a child’s toy on your head.

You will also want to decide on how you are going to wear your hair on your wedding day when choosing your bridal tiara. If you are planning on wearing your hair down or long, choose a smaller, thinner bridal tiara so that it doesn’t become a distraction. If you are planning on wearing your hair in a big, elaborate up-do, then you’ll want to choose a wider or more extravagant bridal tiara. Otherwise, you run the risk of a thin tiara being lost in or overpowered by your hairstyle.

Don’t start shopping for bridal tiaras before you decide on the style of dress that you are going to be wearing on your wedding day. While you might think you want to get a big, poofy, princess dress for your wedding, you might end up with a sleek, formfitting, modern style of dress in the end. The style of your bridal tiara should go with the style of dress you choose. A large princess crown will look silly with an understated, simple dress, so make sure you coordinate the two items accordingly and fashionably.

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Creative Wedding Ideas Start With a Theme

October 26, 2011 By

For creative wedding ideas , begin by choosing a personalized theme for your day. Next create a vision based on your own unique preferences to bring your ideas to life for an unforgettable event.

Fairy Tale Dreams Castle Cake TopperCreative wedding ideas can be whimsical, historical, colorful, traditional or romantic or a combination of all these elements. At romantic, historical and traditional Victorian wedding, the bride and groom wear formal garb. A more casual vibe is appropriate at a colorful, whimsical western wedding.

Have a garden wedding with beautiful flowers and plants as your backdrop. Put hanging glass lanterns on the tables for atmosphere. Exchange your vows under a decorated arch. Have butterflies on all your wedding accessories and decorations. Display tulip shaped place cards in silver pots to bring the garden theme to your guests.

Many creative wedding ideas are used for destination nuptials. The bride can wear a flowing gown while the groom is barefoot in khakis. Give out flip flops to all the guests and mini beach bags with candies. Limit your guest list to your favorite people by choosing an exotic Caribbean location. Have a starfish or seashell theme throughout your destination wedding decorations with a starfish cake topper and silver shell place card holders so your place cards don’t blow away.

For a winter wedding, use rich colors such as dark blue, green, red and gold to decorate a warm location such as an inn or historic manor. Have candles in luminaries at the tables for a romantic glow. Give your guests felt mittens filled with candies to commemorate your winter wedding. Build a fire in the fireplace for ambiance.

Use fairytale creative wedding ideas to feel like a princess on your day. Arrive in a horse-drawn carriage. Wear sparkling jewelry and a fancy gown. Place a castle cake topper on your multi-tiered wedding cake. Give out miniature Cinderella chariot candles as keepsakes for your guests.

Garden Wedding CenterpieceLuxurious creative wedding ideas include a vineyard or exotic Oriental themes. At a winery, you can use a fancy personalized toasting set for the bride and groom during the toast the reception. For an Oriental theme wedding, give out love chop sticks in an Asian take out box as favors for your guests. Display the place cards in silver plated fortune cookie place card holders.

With hundreds of creative wedding ideas to consider, simply select a preferred theme then let your imagination run wild. The more personal your wedding ideas are, the more memorable the event will be for everyone.

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Honeymoon Accessories For The Modern Bride and Groom

October 20, 2011 By

Honeymoon accessories add extra fun to your long-awaited getaway after all that wedding planning and smiling at the reception. Rejuvenate yourselves with a fantastic vacation and whimsical honeymoon accessories to get you started.

Add a touch of romance to your new lives after the hectic pace of wedding planning with the right honeymoon accessories. As you get to know each other better, you can celebrate each moment with unique accessories. This magical time occurs in the destination of your choice, whether you decide on the tropical Caribbean or the snowy slopes of ski lodge.

After the Reception

Honeymoon coupleWherever you have your honeymoon, a cake topper lets everyone know you can’t wait to get started. The fun-loving bride and groom are rushing away in the honeymoon getaway car, just like you will do after the reception. Make sure you have his and hers premium java vacuum traveler cups filled with coffee to keep you both going for the journey in your own getaway car.

Identify your luggage bags with durable stainless luggage tags personalized with your names and a wedding sentiment. These timeless tags are also lasting keepsakes of your first moments together. Pack plush towels and bathrobes embossed “Mr.” and “Mrs.” so you feel luxurious in comfy cotton by the beach, pool or bath. Include a travel clock so you don’t miss any fun-loving moments of your honeymoon.

A variety of honeymoon accessories adds a special touch to your beach vacation. Be matching and beautiful with the Eliena beach collection featuring a spunky floral print on a jute bag, beach hat and sarong with a pink key tag. Tote along your premium java traveler cups so you can keep tropical cocktails cool.

Be even cooler by the pool with just married sunglasses and sandals that leave “just married” footprints. Wear bride and groom crusher hats to keep the sun off your faces. Carry your goodies around in a tote bag that announces you are just married.

If you are all about leather, studs, rhinestones and rodeos, you may decide to go on a ranch honeymoon. Make sure you wear your cowboy bride and groom hats to show off you were just hitched.

For couples snuggling up at a ski lodge for their honeymoon, bride and groom angora hats are a fine way to stay warm and show off your newlywed status on the slopes.

Honeymoon accessories are keepsakes that get you in the mood to enjoy your once-in-a-lifetime vacation.

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