Hosting a bridal shower? Hosting an engagement party? Hosting the rehearsal dinner at your home?
Do you need a hostess gift or a thank you gift?
Seven superior sips of wine for $12 or less . .
The envelope please . . "The Wine Trials of 2011" is out. The annual brown bag blind tastings have yielded a list of the best wallet-friendly wines in every category.
Sparkling - J P Chenet Blac de Blancs Brut (from France $12)
Light White - Bogle Sauvignon Blanc (from California $9)
Heavy White - Yalumba Unwooded Chardonnay (from Australia $10)
Rose' - Lal rose' (from Turkey $10)
Light Red - Monte Antico (from Italy $12)
Heavy Red - Dona Paula Los Cardos Malbec (from Argentina $12)
Sweet/Aromatic - Dr LRiesling (from Germany $12)
From The Food Department at "readersdigest.com" February 2011 Page 44
About Me
- Simple Seaside Ceremonies
- Get Married for $99 / Renew Your Marriage Vows for $99 The fee to officiate any type of ceremony, any day of the week is $99 The fee to officiate any type of ceremony on a holiday or holiday weekend is $99 There is a $1 per mile travel fee (one way) to any location that does not have a Venice, FL address. Yes, I will travel to Sarasota or Siesta Key or Boca Grande or Englewood or Nokomis or Osprey. There's nothing quite like getting married or renewing your wedding vows in paradise! Beach theme ceremonies, Christian Ceremonies, Interfaith Ceremonies, Non-religious Ceremonies, Romantic Ceremonies and Spiritual Ceremonies (mentions God). Yes, I have done many "short notice" ceremonies. In Florida, only ONE signature is required on the Marriage License, the officiant's signature. I have performed many "just the two of us" ceremonies.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Sunday, March 27, 2011
March 27, 2011
On Thursday, March 24, 2011, I attended a meeting of the Central Florida West division of the Association of Bridal Consultants at IKEA in Tampa, FL. The meeting was entitled "It's Time for Spring Cleaning!"
Marie Sanders of Ready to Get Organized gave us tips on how to spring clean our offices and prioritize our busy lives.
Marie Sanders of Ready to Get Organized gave us tips on how to spring clean our offices and prioritize our busy lives.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Marc25, 2011
For those Brides who were given "pearls" to wear on their wedding day . .
Pearl of Wisdom . .
No need to call the pros - cleaning your pearls (necklace or bracelet or earrings) is very easy to do at home.
Wipe them off with a dry cotton cloth after wearing them. "If they become visibly dirty, dilute a teaspoon of Woolite in a quart of water. Immerse your pearls for 10 to 15 seconds, dab them with a soft cotton cloth and lay them flat to dry," says Kathy Higginbotham, Silpada Designs' director of quality control.
Store them in a cotton bag - never plastic - separate them from other jewelry.
To ensure that they stay lustrous, think outside the jewelry box. Wearing them regularly will keep them polished, thanks to your body's natural oils. Amanda Greene Womans Day Magazine April 1, 2010
Pearl of Wisdom . .
No need to call the pros - cleaning your pearls (necklace or bracelet or earrings) is very easy to do at home.
Wipe them off with a dry cotton cloth after wearing them. "If they become visibly dirty, dilute a teaspoon of Woolite in a quart of water. Immerse your pearls for 10 to 15 seconds, dab them with a soft cotton cloth and lay them flat to dry," says Kathy Higginbotham, Silpada Designs' director of quality control.
Store them in a cotton bag - never plastic - separate them from other jewelry.
To ensure that they stay lustrous, think outside the jewelry box. Wearing them regularly will keep them polished, thanks to your body's natural oils. Amanda Greene Womans Day Magazine April 1, 2010
Monday, March 21, 2011
March 21, 2011
Why a Wedding Band?
Wedding bands, symbolizing eternal love by their lack of beginning or end, grew out of the ancient tradition of using circlets of grass to decorate a Bride's wrists and ankles. Although not required to validate marriage under a civil law, rings were required in the 16th century by the Council of Trent. The circular shape symbolizes eternity.
Wedding bands, symbolizing eternal love by their lack of beginning or end, grew out of the ancient tradition of using circlets of grass to decorate a Bride's wrists and ankles. Although not required to validate marriage under a civil law, rings were required in the 16th century by the Council of Trent. The circular shape symbolizes eternity.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
March 13, 2011
HONEYSUCKLE - COLOR OF THE YEAR
Pantone, the international leader and trendsetter on color, announced in December 2010, that Pantone 18-2120 Honeysuckle is the "it" color for 2011. Honeysuckle is a very energizing, dynamic, and engaging color that can't help but get the adrenaline going - - a good color to ward off the "blues!" says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. And what does honeysuckle look like? Similar to raspberry or azalea or hot pink.
From Wedding Planner Magazine March/April 2011
Pantone, the international leader and trendsetter on color, announced in December 2010, that Pantone 18-2120 Honeysuckle is the "it" color for 2011. Honeysuckle is a very energizing, dynamic, and engaging color that can't help but get the adrenaline going - - a good color to ward off the "blues!" says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. And what does honeysuckle look like? Similar to raspberry or azalea or hot pink.
From Wedding Planner Magazine March/April 2011
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
March 9, 2011
Why are diamonds used as engagement rings?
The diamond was called the Venus stone by the ancients who compared its shining beauty with the planet Venus in the evening sky. Like this goddess, who as dedicated to love, the diamond in time became associated with sweethearts, and its mysterious inner fire was likened to the equally mysterious fires of passion. The Greeks called it "adamas" - eternal or unchanging, a declaration as to the depths of their emotions.
According to history, the diamond as an engagement ring began in 1477 with Maximilian of Austria and Mary Burgundy. Max asked one of his councilors for advice in proposing to Mary. The councilor told him to give her a diamond. Max took the advice and proposed, slipping a diamond ring on her third finger. Mary said, "Yes" and a tradition was born.
The diamond was called the Venus stone by the ancients who compared its shining beauty with the planet Venus in the evening sky. Like this goddess, who as dedicated to love, the diamond in time became associated with sweethearts, and its mysterious inner fire was likened to the equally mysterious fires of passion. The Greeks called it "adamas" - eternal or unchanging, a declaration as to the depths of their emotions.
According to history, the diamond as an engagement ring began in 1477 with Maximilian of Austria and Mary Burgundy. Max asked one of his councilors for advice in proposing to Mary. The councilor told him to give her a diamond. Max took the advice and proposed, slipping a diamond ring on her third finger. Mary said, "Yes" and a tradition was born.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
March 8, 2011
How did "being engaged" begin?
Before coinage, gold rings were circulated as currency. By giving a gold ring to his Bride, a man showed he trusted her with his property. Under Roman law, the ring was a sign of security, protecting the interests of the Bride-to-be. In Elizabethan times, an interlocking set of three rings was used and worn during the engagement period by the Bride, the Groom, and the witness at the wedding. The three rings would be placed on the Bride's finger during the wedding ceremony. Diamond rings became popular in the 19th century.
Before coinage, gold rings were circulated as currency. By giving a gold ring to his Bride, a man showed he trusted her with his property. Under Roman law, the ring was a sign of security, protecting the interests of the Bride-to-be. In Elizabethan times, an interlocking set of three rings was used and worn during the engagement period by the Bride, the Groom, and the witness at the wedding. The three rings would be placed on the Bride's finger during the wedding ceremony. Diamond rings became popular in the 19th century.
Saturday, March 5, 2011
March 5, 2011
The top twenty destination wedding locations are . .
Hawaii - rated Number 1 for several years
Las Vegas - has the greatest variety of hotels and attractions plus the best values for your $$$$
Jamaica
Bahamas
Paris, France
The Wine Country of California / Napa Valley
Mexico
Aruba
Orlando, FL
Virgin Islands
Antigua
Great Britain
Cayman Islands
Bermuda
Barbados
Mediterranean Sea Resorts
Italy
South Pacific - Fiji and Tahiti
Greece
Spain
Disney World is the Number 1 honeymoon destination.
More than one hundred weddings are performed in Bermuda every month.
Italy is one of the most accommodating European countries for NON-RESIDENT weddings.
The majority of destination weddings cost between $1000 and $5500. Why? Because it usually involves less than twenty people (and many times it is just the Bride and Groom).
Hawaii - rated Number 1 for several years
Las Vegas - has the greatest variety of hotels and attractions plus the best values for your $$$$
Jamaica
Bahamas
Paris, France
The Wine Country of California / Napa Valley
Mexico
Aruba
Orlando, FL
Virgin Islands
Antigua
Great Britain
Cayman Islands
Bermuda
Barbados
Mediterranean Sea Resorts
Italy
South Pacific - Fiji and Tahiti
Greece
Spain
Disney World is the Number 1 honeymoon destination.
More than one hundred weddings are performed in Bermuda every month.
Italy is one of the most accommodating European countries for NON-RESIDENT weddings.
The majority of destination weddings cost between $1000 and $5500. Why? Because it usually involves less than twenty people (and many times it is just the Bride and Groom).
Thursday, March 3, 2011
March 3, 2011
Mark your calendars for the Weddings of Venice June 5, 2011 Bridal Show!
Our theme: That's Amore!
Time: 12 Noon to 3PM
Location: The Venetian Golf & River Club, 502 Veneto Boulevard, North Venice, FL
$1000 Cash Prize
Lots of Door Prizes
Bridal Fashions
Entertainment
Complimentary Signature Cocktail
Complimentary On site Engagement Photo by Apple Video and Photography Studio
Charlie Coury 941-426-0093
Donations to the Brides Against Breast Cancer fund can be made at the door.
Our theme: That's Amore!
Time: 12 Noon to 3PM
Location: The Venetian Golf & River Club, 502 Veneto Boulevard, North Venice, FL
$1000 Cash Prize
Lots of Door Prizes
Bridal Fashions
Entertainment
Complimentary Signature Cocktail
Complimentary On site Engagement Photo by Apple Video and Photography Studio
Charlie Coury 941-426-0093
Donations to the Brides Against Breast Cancer fund can be made at the door.
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