Showing posts with label Wedding Idea. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wedding Idea. Show all posts

Dec 23, 2009

Wedding Bows

Tips to Choose Wedding Bows
By Todd Wunderlich

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1.) When looking for the perfect size wedding bow for your special day, keep in mind that you will need to make sure that the color of your bow does not clash with the colors you have chosen for your wedding.

2.) Make sure where ever you are going to place the bow that there is sufficient space for it and it is not anywhere near open flames.

Example: CRBows bows are the worlds largest wedding bows measuring 8 ½ feet in length and 8 feet in width. The average larger size bow ranges from about 1 foot to 3 feet in length.

3.) Make sure the wedding bow you choose is weather resistant if you choose to have your wedding outdoors. If the weather turns ugly it is nice if the decorations are not ruined if you are unable to get to them right away.

4.) Make sure you have enough bows to cover all the areas you want to place them. Coming up short is never good. Beautiful wedding bows really make a statement.

5.) Make sure you order the bows in advance so you do not have to worry about them when your wedding day approaches. You will have enough on your mind without having to worry about the decorations.

6.) Whenever selecting wedding pew bows and wedding decorations for your loved ones special moment. Your decisions are crucial, so take your time and make your bridal and wedding accessories picks turn out perfect.

7.) Remember to take special care of each oversized bow by sealing it in a large zip locking plastic bag (or large lawn bag) and then placing it in a sturdy box to prevent crushing while in storage will insure many more years of use out of it.

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Dec 19, 2009

Wedding Invitation Ideas

Wedding Invitation Ideas With Ribbons and Flowers
By Kate L L Anderson

invitation ideas weddingWhen deciding on invitations styles there are heaps to choose from. So much so that many couples may feel overwhelmed by the amount of invites that are available from stockists.

Some brides may prefer flowers on the front of their invite card. The design could be a wedding bouquet. A single red rose style which is meant to symbolise love and passion. An orchid for beauty. I love peony roses which is said to produce a happy marriage. I had chosen orchids for our wedding in a lovely white and lemon color which fitted in nicely with my wedding colors. Depending on the time of year you are both marrying. Your wedding invite may reflect the season or color of your flower.

Ribbons are a brilliant way to add a bit of opulence to any card but especially a wedding invitation. You can add a ribbon with a bow to the top of the card. Another idea would be to glue the ribbon on one side of the card generally on the left hand side leaving the wording to be inserted on the right hand side. Brides can use ribbons to break up the wording and insert a colored ribbon around the middle of the card. Brides may choose to select a card which opens in the middle and is secured by a ribbon. When guests untie the knot they then can see the wedding words inside the card. No matter what type or style of ribbon, you will have a fabulous time deciding.

Hopefully this will give you some ideas and help you both on your invite decision.


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Dec 18, 2009

Wedding Shower Games

Bridal Shower Games: Make The Next One You Host A Big Hit
By Gail Leino

wedding shower gamesWhen you host a bridal shower, you really want to focus on making the event special for the future bride. However, you also want to make it fun and exciting for those attending. Here are some quick and easy bridal shower games you can use that won’t cost you a fortune:

1. The Bridal Trivia Game: This will take some preparation, but is an inexpensive and fun game to show how much those invited truly know about the future bride. You can make it part observational, like what color shoes the future bride is wearing today, to “about the bride” questions, like where was the future bride born. You can even hold two separate trivia games and your bridal shower games will be completely covered. The person answering the most questions correctly will be the winner.

2. The “ABC” Game: All you need for this bridal shower game is a sheet of paper with the alphabet listed down the left hand side. Next to each item, party goers need to write something that starts with that letter that deals with a wedding. “A” could stand for a wedding “A”lbum. “B” could be a “B”ridal shower. “C” could represent the wedding “C”ake. Set the time limit for the game at only a minute. The person getting the most items listed in that time will be the winner.free wedding shower games

3. A Bridal Scramble or Word Find: Using your computer, you can make up a bridal scramble or word find for a bridal shower game. For the scramble, you would take words associated with a wedding, like wedding gown, tuxedo, rings, church, reception hall, flower girls, ring bearer, and mix all the letters up. Those playing would have to unscramble the words into their appropriate form. For the word find, you could take similar words and hide them within a huge square of letters. The first person to unscramble all the words or find all the words will be the winner.

Little prizes are great for bridal shower games. Items like picture frames or candle holders can be decorated with little bows and ribbons for a special little gift.wedding shower game

Dec 16, 2009

Wedding Centerpiece Ideas

Wedding Centerpiece Ideas on a Budget
By Gail Vince

Wedding Centerpiece IdeasWedding centerpieces may not be considered important at some festivities however a wedding is a different story. You set the mood of the occasion by complimenting you and your partner's personalities with carefully chosen embellishments.

Choosing the incorrect wedding centerpieces can make or break the decorations so careful consideration when selecting the embellishments is vital.

Consider the wedding theme, the size your tables, color of your tablecloths, color of wedding attire and the venue's décor.

Flowers are commonly chosen as wedding centerpieces for their variety, color, fragrance and ease of availability. Choosing flowers which are out of season can become costly and difficult to find. An alternative to using fresh flowers of your choice, you could use silk flowers on their own or mixed with fresh flowers.

The choice to use or not to use flowers is a personal one. The idea of using something other than flowers excites me because the imagination can really come into things. You can spend a lot of money on any kind of embellishments' or by doing it yourself you can have the satisfaction of knowing that you have created this outstanding design and saved yourself a lot of money.

Wedding CenterpieceYou don't have to be a crafty person. Look through magazines, photos' you have taken or family and friends have taken, website images or ask wedding venues if you can see a set up of a wedding that will be taking place if you are thinking of holding your reception at their venue. The latter could also be of benefit as you may be able to combine your ideas with that of a previous wedding party to reduce costs and time in setting up if you are holding your reception on the same day.

If you must have flowers a cheaper alternative but one which still adds elegance to your wedding reception, try the flamingo lily or birds of paradise. Place in a tall vase/glass and fill with white river rocks. Accentuate with white unscented pillar candles. The reason for using unscented candles at the table is that although scented candles emit a beautiful aroma, you may find this a bit overpowering and not want this whilst you and your guests are eating.

wedding centerpieces ideasThe use of fruits as wedding centerpieces can create a very attractive and affordable alternative. With a bit of creativity and imagination, you are able to make something wonderful out of fruit.

Place whole lemons' in a vase combined with sunflowers. Use cut limes, sliced apples, whole grapes, berries or colored seeds...the list is endless. Tropical fruits, including pomegranates cut in half. Buy glass vases or containers for your centerpiece from markets, bargain shops or $2 stores. Use your imagination for a summer wedding!

By filling glasses with colored stones, water, rose buds or orchids and floating candles you are able to create a wonderful centerpiece. Alternatively, sand, shells and greenery create an effective display. Lavender, fruit, gum leaves - get those creative juices going - go green.

ideas for wedding centerpiecesCollect (free) branches, leaves, pine cones, driftwood and spray with gold or silver metallic spray paint. Arrange in the center of the table with a few long lasting tea lights. Other alternatives are ivy, holly and rosemary. Dark table cloths really set this off. An eye catching arrangement!

Remember your guests. Try not make your centerpieces too bulky so guest have trouble talking to and seeing each other or that they take up large amounts of room on the table and then only allows very minimal room for placement of crockery and glassware.

Another extra to place on tables for guests is a disposable camera. This allows guests' to take snapshots of other guests, or you and the bridal party. Photo's that you would not normally have taken. One camera on each table is sufficient.

Dec 15, 2009

Wedding Ceremony Song

Songs For Your Wedding Ceremony
By Ashley Rader

Wedding CeremonyMany brides are going for the less traditional approach when it comes to the songs for their wedding ceremony. Most brides are choosing to walk down the aisle to something other than the "Wedding March" and most of the time it is a song that is significant to them and has meaning to the couple's relationship. But, if you want your wedding ceremony to be unique, but you don't know where to begin here are some tips and some great songs to help you get started.

1.) Have fun when choosing your ceremony songs. This can be a great opportunity for you and your fiancé to slow down and cuddle up in the midst of all your hectic wedding plans. Be sure to listen to each other and choose music you both like, after all, your wedding is about you as a couple and not just you as individuals.

2.) When choosing ceremony songs, choose something classically romantic. Most people don't want to see you walk down the aisle to "Super Freak", or something similar, no matter how funny or original you may think it is. The processional especially, should include songs that have a romantic and timeless feel, even if they are new releases.

3.) It's perfectly okay to choose something more upbeat for your recessional. After all it is a happy moment and its okay to want to celebrate a little. Just be careful to choose something that isn't crude and is guaranteed to put a smile on everyone's face.

4.) The processional and recessional songs should take time into consideration. If you want a different song for each part of the ceremony, you need to pick a time length and where you want each song to stop and end. You also need to get with the person who will be assisting you with sound at your wedding and ask make sure they understand the cues for each song.

Here are some fabulous songs to help you get started, as you are choosing songs for each part of your ceremony.

The Prelude

The prelude begins no later than at least twenty to thirty minutes before the ceremony begins and this is usually the time when guests are coming in and being seated. Since the prelude sets the tone for the rest of the ceremony, you should choose music that flows well with the other songs you will be choosing. Here are some great ideas:

Classical Choices:

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1.) "Solomon HWV 67: The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba"

2.) "Purcell: Trumpet Tune"

3.) "Romeo and Juliet: Love Theme"

4.) "Sonata for Trumpet and Strings No.1 in D"

5.) "Trumpet Voluntary"

More Modern Choices:

1.) "Tailor Made" - Colbie Caillat

2.) "A Song For You" - Michael Buble

3.) "One Sweet Love" - Sara Bareilles

4.) "If Tonight Is My Last" - Laura Izibor

5.) "Lucky"- Jason Mraz

6.) "On A Night Like This" - Dave Barnes

The Wedding Party Processional

The entrance of the wedding party officially marks the beginning of the ceremony. It should have a slow, romantic feel. But, it could also reflect the excitement that your guests may be feeling about the upcoming entrance of the bride.

Classical Choices:

  1. "Canon in D Major"
  2. "The Four Seasons: Violin Concerto in E Major"
  3. "Pictures at an Exhibition: I. Promenade"
  4. "Salut D'amour, Op. 12"
More Modern Choices:

1.) "Bubbly" Colbie Caillat

2.) "But I Do Love You" - LeAnne Rimes

3.) "Fall Into Me" - Sugarland

4.) Intro of "Boston"- Augustana

5.) "If I Ain't Got You" - Alicia Keys

6.) "I'll Be" - Edwin McCain

7.) "Love and Some Verses" Iron & Wine

The Bridal Processional

This is the most incredible moment of the entire ceremony and it deserves an incredible song to go with it. You should choose a very special song, whether classical or modern to make the moment a truly memorable one.

Classical Choices:

1.) "Wagner's Bridal Chorus"

2.) "Concerto for Clarinet in A Major"

3.) Meditation From Thais"

4.) "Suite Bergamasque: III. Clair de Lune"

5.) Quintet in A Minor, Op. 25: Minuetto"

More Modern Choices:

1.) "I Do (Cherish You)"- 98°

2.) "Close Your Eyes" - Dave Barnes

3.) "More Than Love"- Los Lonely Boys

4.) "For My Love"- Bethany Dillon

5.) "Make You Feel My Love" - Adele

6.) "When God Made You" - NewSong

7.) "I Swear" - All-4-One

8.) "From This Moment On" - Shania Twain

The Recessional

This is a time for celebration! The officiate has finally pronounced you husband and wife. What better reason to celebrate! So whether you choose a classical piece or a more modern song, be sure that it reflects your joy, because this will be a truly memorable moment for both of you.

Classical Choices:

1.) "A Midsummer's Night's Dream, Op. 61 Incidental Music: No. 9 Wedding March"

2.) "Music for the Royal Fireworks"

3.) "Grand March from Aida"

4.) "Crown Imperial"

5.) "The Marriage of Figaro: Overture"

More Modern Choices:

1.) "Celebration"- Kool & The Gang

2.) "Come Fly With Me" - Frank Sinatra

3.) "What I Like About You" - The Romantics

4.) "Walking on Sunshine" - Katrina and the Waves

5.) "I'm A Believer"- The Monkees

6.) "I Believe In A Thing Called Love"- The Darkness

As you can see this is quite an extensive list, and while you may choose all of them or none of them, the goal was to give you some songs that may point you in the direction you need to go when choosing the music for your ceremony.

Dec 14, 2009

wedding cross stitch

Start Cross Stitching With a Kit
By Joanne Jones

wedding cross stitchHas this ever happened to you? You have a friend who is into a craft, like cross stitching, and then they show you how to do it. The craft appeals to you, so you decide to start a cross stitch project to see how well you like doing it yourself. But when you go to your local craft store and find out that to buy all the different supplies, it is quite expensive. Instead of spending a lot of money, or giving up on the craft all together, you have the option of buying a kit.

Kits are great because they include everything you need. Some kits only include the pattern, needle, floss, fabric and easy to understand instructions. But there are kits out there that also include a frame. There are a variety of kits available in many different sizes and cost. Some kits have a small design to cross stitch; these are great because they can be done in a weekend.

Also, if you are just getting into cross stitching, there are many benefits of starting with a kit.

1. First, they come with all the supplies you need. This will save you time, since you won't have to gather and buy all the supplies before you start. Just pick a kit and start cross stitching.

2. As well, if you have never cross stitched before, you might not be sure how much you are going to like it. So, buy a kit with a small design as your first project. This way, if you don't like it, then at least you haven't spent a lot of money on supplies you will never use again.

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3. Another benefit of kits is that they are easy to store because they don't take up a lot of room. Most kits are the size of a legal envelope and are no thicker than half an inch. Kits that include baby blankets or quilts tend to be a bit thicker, but are still easy to store away. Once you move away from kits and you start buying the different supplies, especially the floss and fabric, you will need to come up with an organization system that not only makes it easy to find all your supplies, but also protects them from environmental factors like humidity and sunlight.

4. Finally, kits make wonderful gifts - whether you complete the kit yourself and give the finished project away or whether you give the kit as the gift. The most common gift to complete is for a baby or wedding announcement because you get to personalize it.

Dec 9, 2009

Wedding Decoration Ideas

Unique Wedding Decoration Ideas - Use Wedding Lights as Part of Your Decor
By Brenda Prevost

Wedding Decoration IdeasPlanning a wedding means making some big decorating decisions. Using wedding lights will add ambiance, brilliance and romance to your wedding decor. Here are some of the choices available to make your special day shine.

WEDDING LIGHT DISPLAYS

Add a dramatic and elegant touch to your wedding décor using wedding light displays.

Wedding light displays come in a variety of styles and colors. Some favorites include bells, doves and hearts. There are also roses and even cupid styles. Just plug them in and you’ve got a spectacular lighted wedding decoration.

Most wedding light displays are for indoor or outdoor use making them an easy way to decorate. Place one above the wedding party’s table, over the entry way to the reception area or near the dance floor. Accent them with some string lights on white wire and you’ve got a truly beautiful wedding decoration.

As an added benefit, wedding light displays can also be used at Christmas or Valentine’s Day. Once you see how beautiful these displays are, they will be the first decoration up next holiday season!

BATTERY OPERATED MINI WEDDING LIGHTS

There are two varieties of these wedding lights; incandescent or LED.

If you are using floral table centerpieces, then battery operated mini lights make the perfect accent. Nest them in your floral arrangement and turn them on. They turn an ordinary bouquet into an exquisite centerpiece.

Battery operated mini wedding lights are a great accent anywhere you want to add sparkle. Intertwine them with some white garland around windows or table tops a shimmering effect. Here’s an easy wedding decoration idea. Buy an 18 inch grapevine wreath, some small dried flowers (like baby’s breath) and wide white ribbon. Secure the battery pack to the back and weave the lights around the wreath. Next attach bunches of the dried flowers over the lights and wreath. Wrap the ribbon around the top to hang and you have an elegant lighted wedding decoration.

One safety consideration using battery operated incandescent mini wedding lights; they run hot so use caution when placing them near flammable materials for extended periods of time.

WEDDING STRING LIGHTS

Clean and classic, these wedding lights add luminescence and elegance to your wedding décor. Their decorating uses are limited only by your imagination.

White wedding lights are available in incandescent or LED and come in mini, globe, C6, C7 and C9 styles. The difference between incandescent and LED is economy and safety. LED wedding lights are more expensive but run cooler than incandescent. LED lights also use about 80% less electricity than incandescent, so they pay for themselves over time. Also, LED wedding lights have a much longer bulb life than incandescent, reducing the expense of replacing worn out string lights. With the right accessories, LED wedding lights make a brilliant ceiling-to-floor display or a wonderful accent to the rope light sculptures.

Mini wedding string lights are best used as accents around windows and doors. If you are planning an outdoor wedding these lights make great arbor accents. Nesting them in the arbor’s foliage creates a starry canopy for the bride and groom.

Here’s a quick and easy wedding decoration idea. Loosely wrap (like a cigar) a string of LED mini wedding lights in tulle and place along the edge of a table top. You’ve created a gorgeous wedding decoration in just a few minutes.

Globe, C6, C7 and C9 wedding lights are best for exterior or perimeter applications. Globe wedding lights come in two sizes (G12 and G25). Globe wedding lights can be used as room accents like around the tops of walls or windows.

No matter what type of wedding lights you use, it is a good idea to buy an extra strand or two just in case of emergencies (the nervous bride will be forever grateful). Also, plug all the lights in to ensure they are working properly. A little preventative measure goes a long way.

Keep your wedding decorating tasks minimal and still make your guests think you’ve spent countless hours creating the perfect atmosphere. Wedding lights make it possible. With a little imagination and lots of fun, you’ll have the perfect look for your special day!

Nov 22, 2009

Wedding Love Songs

The Top 3 Classic Wedding Songs
By Martin Sejas

There's no doubt that to have the most memorable and romantic wedding possible, you need to play a classic wedding song during your first dance. There are literally hundreds of songs out there that could qualify or have been recommended as wedding songs. However, why choose just any wedding song when there are others that are much better, generate stronger feelings and emotions and make your first dance your most romantic one. This article explores arguably the 3 best songs for a first dance at a wedding.

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"Don't Know Much" by AARON NEVILLE & LINDA RONSTADT

One of the simplest yet one of the most powerful love songs ever made. It explores how people may not know what's going on in the world or what their future holds, but the one thing they know for sure is that they love their partner. This is a perfect song for a moonlight first dance and it's difficult to find a better song for such an occasion.

"Everything I Do (I Do It For You)" by BRYAN ADAMS

The ultimate expression of true love is when you would do absolutely anything for your partner no matter the circumstances and consequences. Bryan Adam's classic song from 1991 explores this theme in a powerful way and continues to be a favorite among lovers worldwide. It is also a beautiful song for a first dance at a wedding.

"Tonight, I Celebrate My Love For You" by PEABO BRYSON & ROBERTA FLACK

This classic ballad from Peabo Bryson and Roberta Flack appears to have been written for a couple's first dance at their wedding. It's essentially a celebration of the deep love shared by 2 people and how nothing can stop them from expressing their love for one another. It also conveys a feeling that they have both finally arrived at their destination and feel complete. It's difficult to get more romantic that this.

Nov 21, 2009

Wedding Reception Halls

Ensuring Picturesque Wedding Reception Halls
By Albert Lee

Before booking a wedding reception hall, that is in all significant points closely resembles that of your dream venue, you must consider several things.

You must be aware that most of the memorable and significant moments in your wedding day will happen during the reception party. Your photographer must capture these things.

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Since the background for these moments will be the wedding reception hall of your choice, make sure to consult with your photographer first before booking it up. A picturesque reception venue will help the quality of your memorable wedding moments to be heightened.

However at odds the two priorities in choosing wedding reception halls can be, it is important to find a way to unite them. Get the photographs you want at the setting you appreciate and love.

As per expert photographers, here are several things to consider in achieving your purpose of having a picturesque wedding reception hall:

1. Lighting – when considering a reception venue, put good lighting high on your priority list. Once you have booked for the venue of your dreams, secure a written guarantee that they would cooperate with the photographer with regards to issues of reception lighting during the setting up day.

Most photographers opt for ambient light in order to capture elegantly the memorable moments during the reception.

Most photographers also depend upon natural light in a wedding reception hall in order to capture unplanned or unexpected moments during the reception.

Some also like that a wedding reception hall is flooded with lots of natural light streaming from windows during a late afternoon wedding. For night weddings, though, drama can be captured through lots of candlelights.

2. Personality – some photographers would be most comfortable shooting at wedding events even without good lighting as long as your wedding reception hall has great personality in it.

3. Schedule – photographers are always looking for the natural, unguarded and unplanned moments to capture in a wedding. It makes it doubly sentimental to be photographed in a truly poignant moment, a real moment.

Thus, if you are hiring a wedding coordinator to supervise the program in your reception, then make sure that she or he does not interfere too much with the photographer's purpose.

These are but a few salient points in finding the wedding reception hall you most appreciate and would be the best background for your most important photographed moments.



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Nov 17, 2009

Wedding Hair Accessories

Hair Accessories - Your Choice of Hair Accessories Would Depend on the Occasion and Purpose!
By Sophie Al

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Hair accessories are great when you want your hair to remain in place as well as maintain your looks just the way you intend them to be. There is a huge choice of hair accessories available. These range from the decorative stuff that can actually add oodles of beauty to your face to the normal utility ones which are especially created to hold your hair in place.

All hair accessories have certain degree of attractiveness, however there are some which can be hidden inside your hair and make your hair look in a particular way. Choosing wrong one can actually lead to waste of money. You need to exercise care and experience when finding the best one for you.

What are possible problems that can arise with wrong choice of hair accessory?

Your choice would depend on a range of factors like:

• Hair type: This means whether you have exceptionally straight and silky hair which do not let a single hair piece stay in the hair or the one that allows anything to be put into it and it will stay. Generally straight and silky hair are so smooth that do not allow anything to stay. Curly hair will prove problematic when you remove these accessories from it.

• Hair thickness: People with thick hair generally have too many problems when selecting a piece that would suit them perfectly. Thicker hair cannot stay in the normal size accessory, therefore it is important to choose a larger accessory so it can hold your tresses efficiently and also give you the desired look. People with thinner hair are luckier, again very thin hair can be a problem again. Most of the accessories would slip down and not provide the required look. If the accessory is to too strong there remains a danger of your scalp being visible which is not desirable.

• Brittleness: Hair accessory needs to be smooth. This means it should possess the ability of being put on removed easily. A difficult one would be especially damaging to hair that is weak and brittle, in fact it could lead to hair breakage and thereby make your hair appear dull and lusterless. Your hair accessory should be rounded off at the edges and also the decorative stuff should be attached in a way which does not catch too much of hair and make it coarse.

You will find some of the very exquisite party and wedding hair accessories at a lot of stores. In fact, these are made using the beautiful semi precious stones and metals like silver, etc. You will find some of the most attractive ones in this category. You will also find a lot of options to find one that matches your outfit.

There are some which are created to make managing hair easy and manageable. It would be difficult to wear long hair on an exceptionally hot day, you would want to tie it up, with these accessories you can easily make a bun or tie your hair in a pony. Some of the accessories to not just hold the hair intact these also help you make a particular style so you do not end up wasting time or getting frustrated, especially on a bad hair day.

Oct 12, 2009

Wedding Reception Ideas




Top Secret Cheap Wedding Reception Ideas

By Kate Furst


The easy thing about wedding planning is the reception-the only place you can have a wedding reception is a hotel, right? Who needs cheap wedding reception ideas-your decision is made for you.



Wait...that doesn't sound right. Planning a wedding reception is not that easy, and thank goodness for that! No one wants to have the same wedding reception as everyone else they know, and not everyone wants to spend $30 a plate on hotel food. Using a different type of reception venue can save you money and give your wedding a special flair that is uniquely you. Take a peek at some great cheap wedding reception ideas and throw a great party!

1. If there is a university or college by you, many have parks or halls that they will rent out to the community. Although they may have a list of preferred caterers, most do not require you to use a certain catering company-you can choose your own food or even make your own food for the reception.

2. If you are having an outdoor wedding, see if there is a pavilion nearby-it minimizes you and your guests' travel time, and prolongs your enjoyment of the outdoors on your wedding day!

3. Check out historical homes in and near your city. Historic homes are usually large and beautifully decorated-whether they are privately owned or owned by the city, you can sometimes rent them for a whole day for a very reasonable rate. It's also a very unique experience since it's not a typical wedding or reception venue!

4. Another cheap wedding reception idea is hosting your reception at a community center or other non-profit site, such as a VFW building. Since they are non-profit, the cost to rent it is usually dirt cheap!

Planning a wedding doesn't always have to be expensive-if you're creative and willing to do a little bit of research, you can have a gorgeous and cheap reception!

Sep 7, 2009

Ideas For Wedding

Gift Ideas For the Significant Wedding Anniversaries

Ideas For WeddingWhile all wedding anniversaries are significant, there is something special about getting to one of the big 'milestones'. I have compiled a list of some popular gift ideas for each of these anniversaries.

Wedding anniversary gift giving was an old tradition which the Victorians first started. Each year a couple celebrates their wedding anniversary it has become customary to give a gift made from a certain type of material.

Here is a list of the big six wedding anniversaries.

One Year Anniversary Gift - Paper

A paper gift is given for the one year anniversary to symbolise the fragility of the blossoming relationship.

Gift ideas include:

  • A special book or poem
  • A photo in a lovely frame
  • A romantic card with love messages written inside
  • Opera, concert, movie or any event tickets

Ten Year Anniversary Gift - Tin

The tin gift represents your long lasting and shining relationship.

Gift ideas include:

  • Collectible toys
  • A tin bucket filled with flowers
  • Pewter centrepieces

Twentieth Anniversaries - China

The china or porcelain gift is a symbol of your fine and durable marriage.

Gift ideas include:

  • A bone china tea set
  • Porcelain crockery
  • China vase
  • A visit to the tea gardens to drink tea from their fine porcelain sets

Twenty Fifth Anniversaries - Silver

Silver symbolizes something precious but which is not unattainable. The 25th wedding anniversary is a triumph of romantic passion!

Gift ideas include:

  • Sterling Silver ornaments
  • Sterling Silver jewellery

Fortieth Anniversary - Ruby

Rubies are red which is the color of love and valour. The ruby is also said to be the ancient philosopher's stone or the elixir of life.

Gift ideas include:

  • Jewellery with a ruby setting
  • Top quality red wine

Seventieth Anniversary - Platinum

To enjoy 70 years of marriage is no small feat. Platinum is the greatest unit in which to measure this success. Platinum represents a love which will never fade.

Gift ideas include:

  • Platinum jewellery - rings, necklaces, watches. Or even your original engagement ring, reset in a new platinum band.
By Anabel Scott
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Sep 5, 2009

Wedding Idea

Creative Ideas For Groom Wedding Cakes
Wedding IdeaA groom wedding cake is an American Southern tradition. The whole point is that the wedding will have two cakes for the groom and bride. The point is to use a cake that your groom will enjoy as well as your guests can enjoy. It also meets the requisite dark cake requirement. The other traditional dark cakes would be ginger cake, coca cola cake, or even carrot cake.

A more interesting route to go is with fruit flavored cakes. Then a novel suggestion straight from the south would be Cool-Aid cake made with grape or fruit punch cool aid. It can be a baseball and bat if he is interested in baseball or a golf ball if he is interested in golf. Also try using a matching cake serving set to add something extra to the cake.

Great Winter Wedding Cake Ideas For You and Your Partner

To help you on this one, here are some cake ideas for your dream winter wedding. One great theme for your winter wedding cake is a traditional theme. Usually, cake decorators use poinsettia or red ribbons design for these winter cakes.

In decorating your winter wedding cake, think about Christmas symbols or objects such as snowflakes, holly, wreath, mistletoe, poinsettia, reindeer, Christmas bells and candles, stars, pie trees, and a lot more. You can use these to decorate the wedding cake but do not overdo it or your cake will look more like a Christmas cake than a wedding cake.

One of the best winter wedding cake ideas is a winter wonderland cake motif. Decorate your cake with a pair of these animals. Red ribbons are the usual designs of this kind of cake. Think about a great and romantic cake topper. There are so many other cake ideas out there for a winter wedding.
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