March 2011
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Wedding Budget Etiquette - Who Pays for What?
Tradition states that the bride’s parents are responsible for fronting the bill for the wedding reception; these days, the bride’s parents, groom’s parents, and the couple themselves all contribute to the wedding pool. That said, it helps to come to the budgeting table prepped with the traditional list of which side pays for what. These conventional “rules” can then be adjusted according to...
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DIY Rustic Wedding Cake Stand
I’ve realized after blogging for a little over a year now how much of a sucker I am for anything rustic. Yes, the theme has been used a lot recently in weddings, but I still love it and I don’t think anything says more “woodland rustic chic” than a cake stand made out of real wood pieces.
Are you throwing an indoor wedding and having difficulty bringing the outdoors in? How about...
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Eeek...Sheer Panel Wedding Gowns
I was recently at a bridal expo talking to a group of people and was surprised by how many brides were swooning over the bodice of this wedding dress.
Obviously the bride’s smoking hot and the shape is ultra-flattering, but the sheer panels made me cringe.
I get that on this dress they’re not actually sheer—there’s skin-colored fabric behind the cutouts to give the appearance of a see-through...
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How to Make Pure White Buttercream Frosting
As some of you may know I love to decorate cakes. So I thought I would share with you how to make pure white buttercream frosting.
Some people have commented that their white frosting is just a tad off white…so here is the trick to achieve pure white icing, use white shortening, and clear vanilla extract, instead of the brown, pure vanilla.
Clear vanilla extract is available at most cake...
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DIY - Fresh Fruit & Flower Centerpieces
I love the idea of using fresh fragrant fruit and flowers as centerpieces. Anyone can try this simple and budget-friendly DIY!
Supplies: 1. Assorted large fruits and/or vegetables 2. Variety of flowers 3. Floral foam 4. Votive holder 5. Scissors 6. Knife
1. Select a large fruit or vegetable that will hold your variety of flowers. Cut the very top off of fruit or vegetable with a...
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How to Make a Wedding Card Box
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Make Your Own Antique Brooch
It may look like a family heirloom, but this pretty little accessory takes less than an hour to make!
You can customize your brooch to match your wedding theme colors. Attach it onto your shoes, pin it on your dress, or even wear it as an accent in your hair.
Supplies:
Pearls
Swarovski Crystals
Jewelry Pliers
Clear Jewelry Thread
Glue
Scissors
Some kind of base (We used an earring)
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Seasonal fruits make wonderful (and delicious) favors. Each of these sacks holds a handful of juicy red cherries, perfect for an outdoor summer wedding. Buy glassine bags; trim tops with scalloped scissors. Fill bags with enough cherries, or other small fruit such as red and green grapes, so they peek out over the top. To help the bags stand up, turn corners under at bottoms. Display favors...
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I think this couple is so cute. I don’t think I would ever do this but it is fun to watch people who are in love and happy. Sorry the first 1-1/2 minutes is sort of boring but keep going as it gets better.
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Delicious Hors D'Oeuvres Ideas For Your Wedding...
At a Wedding Reception where a full meal is to be served, hors d’oeuvres may be offered to guests during the first hour of the reception. However, at a tea or cocktail reception, hors d’oeuvres will be the “main course”.
There are may options for hors d’oeuvres, depending on the formality of your reception and the type of food to be served at the meal. Popular...
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Duties of the Maid / Matron of Honor
When choosing your Maid/Matron of honor you should make sure she is someone you can depend upon through thick and thin as she will play a major role in your wedding. She can be your best friend, or a family member. Some brides are even asking their mothers’ to stand up with them as their Matron of Honor.
Here are some of the duties of the Maid/Matron of Honor
1. Provides the bride with...
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DIY Envelope Guest Book
Transform a store-bought album into a guest book that has a handmade feel. Use double-sided tape to affix envelopes in assorted sizes and colors to the pages of a plain-paper photo album or scrapbook. Leave cards and a pen on a table for guests to write wishes. When they’re done, they can tuck their cards inside the envelopes for the bride and groom to enjoy later.
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DIY Seed Favors
I found this video Showing how to make your own wedding favor seed envelopes very easily and affordably!
You only need a few items to craft these cute little envelopes. Your guests will love these little seed favors and can think of your wedding every time they see the little plant they grew from your special favor.
Once you fold your envelope you may choose to embellish the envelope with...
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Couture Gowns - Are they worth the money?
In the world of fashion, “couture” clothing (in French, literally means sewing or seam) typically describes a designer’s most expensive line of personally designed garments. Unlike less expensive “ready to wear” and “bridge” lines, couture clothes are only sold in a handful of stores to a very moneyed crowd.
So, what does couture mean in the bridal...
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12 Million Dollar Dress
The typical American bride will spend around $1000 on her wedding gown and accessories. Imagine spending 12,000 times that on a single dress. That is the cost of this fabulous diamond laced beauty. At $12 million you get yourself 150 carats worth of stunning diamonds.
Well girls I have some good news for you as this dress is for sale and currently on display at the Lladro Flagship Store, in...
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S'mores are Not Just for Kids :)
A friend recently sent me this cute S’mores kit idea (Thanks Kim). I love it! These kits would make great gifts for any occasions…even weddings! I bet you knew I would suggest that. But seriously who wouldn’t smile when receiving a S’mores kit. You can easily make them and surprise your bridesmaids, flower girls, and ring bearers. Give them out to the hostess(es) of your...
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I found this wedding cake interesting as it’s a Rice Krispy Treat (Rice Krispy cereal and marshmallow)
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Questions
Q. I want a flower girl and a ring bearer, but don’t want the children at my reception. My mom says i have to let them come to the reception…I say no way…no children means NO children. Who is right mom or me?
A. Yes definitely your mom is right as the children are members of your wedding party and must be invited. You must also invite the children’s parents. If you think...
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26 Essential Beauty Tips, Secrets, and Home...
Besides the obvious tools to looking your best (fitness, nutrition, style…) here are some lesser-known health and beauty tips for silky hair, glowing skin, sparkling teeth and healthy nails.
Hair Treatments
Conditioners, special shampoos and other hair treatments can increase the shine of your hair, help protect it and even repair some damage. But if you’re afraid of the high...
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Set up a Drink Table
I think this is such an adorable idea. For those hot summer days set up a drink station to cool off your guests before the ceremony. Make large pitchers of pink lemonade to quench everyone’s thirst.
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Guide to the Receiving Line
New wedding etiquette states that the receiving line is optional.
Here are some tips on how to have a receiving line.
The traditional standing order is: Mother of the Bride Father of the Bride (optional) Mother of the Groom Father of the Groom (optional) Bride Groom Maid of Honor (optional) Bridesmaids (optional) The fathers are not required to stand in the line, so that would make the...
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DIY Just Married Sign
This is perfect for your reception decor or getaway car (or carriage)! Definitely classier than smearing “Just Married” on your windshield with lipstick!
To make this “Just Married” sign print the PDF templates (below) with the letter onto card stock in the color of your choice.
Click Here for the Just Married Template Letters
1. Using a craft knife and a metal straight edge,...
