Looking for some inexpensive wines for your reception?
Try "Two Buck Chuck" from California vinter Charles Shaw at Trader Joe's. Or try some of the wines from Lost Vineyards (available at select Whole Foods).
"Portuguese wines are without question the single best value in the marketplace right now, making them great for weddings where a lot of wine gets wasted." states Gary Vaynerchuk (a wine guru). You'll find many $6 to $10 wines that know your socks off, both red and white." From NuovoBride.com
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Monday, May 30, 2011
May 30, 2011
Making your own wedding cupcakes? Dress them up with edible pearls or sugar daisies from fancyflours.com OR sugar glitter from coolcupcakes.com
Just another way to personalize your wedding and/or save some money.
Just another way to personalize your wedding and/or save some money.
Friday, May 27, 2011
May 27, 2011
Create a custom 8" x 10" collage of your favorite get-together (engagement party, bridal shower or rehearsal dinner) for $4.99. Upload digital photos at shutterfly.com, pick out a background, add a sentiment, and you've got a frame-worth remembrance of the good times.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
May 25, 2011
"I am you; you are ME,
You are the waves; I am the ocean.
Know this and be free, be divine."
by Sri Sathya Sai Baba
You are the waves; I am the ocean.
Know this and be free, be divine."
by Sri Sathya Sai Baba
Sunday, May 22, 2011
May 22, 2011
Want to see a cute wedding cake?
Check out the "button candy" wedding cake at http://www.dognbird.com/. Adorable! Clever!
Check out the "button candy" wedding cake at http://www.dognbird.com/. Adorable! Clever!
Saturday, May 21, 2011
May 21, 2011
"Let your love be like the misty rains, coming softly, but flooding the river."
Malagasy Proverb
Malagasy Proverb
Friday, May 20, 2011
May 20, 2011
Question from a Bride and Groom
What can we use to hide "an ugly area" of the reception hall?
Try any or all of the following . .
Ficus trees - poinsettias during the holiday season - ferns - green roping - gladiolas - grapevine - clusters of leaves - forsythia cuttings in the spring - long stem lilies - azaleas - magnolia branches - wisteria - honeysuckle - evergreen plants. And if nothing else works, buy or rent some three paneled screens.
What can we use to hide "an ugly area" of the reception hall?
Try any or all of the following . .
Ficus trees - poinsettias during the holiday season - ferns - green roping - gladiolas - grapevine - clusters of leaves - forsythia cuttings in the spring - long stem lilies - azaleas - magnolia branches - wisteria - honeysuckle - evergreen plants. And if nothing else works, buy or rent some three paneled screens.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
May 19, 2011
Saying "Thank You"
In a perfect world a Thank You note should be sent out seven to ten days after a pre-wedding event (engagement party, bridal shower, Jack and Jill shower, etc).
In a perfect world a Thank You note should be sent out seven to ten days after receiving the wedding gift if that gift was received before the wedding date.
In a perfect world a Thank You note should be sent out within thirty days of your wedding date for all of the wedding gifts received on your wedding day.
A personal "Thank You" should always be expressed to the giver BUT you still owe the giver a handwritten "Thank You." A personal "Thank You" is only one half of the job.
A pre-printed "Thank You" note is better than not sending any note at all BUT a handwritten is the most appropriate method of saying "Thank You."
You should never mention the amount given if you received a check or cash as a gift. Tell the giver what you intend to do with the money, even if that means putting it in a savings account that has a specific purpose.
Looking for some "Thank You" notes that can be used with a wallet size wedding photo? Try the "Coupled Hearts Thank You Notes at shop.getmarried.com
In a perfect world a Thank You note should be sent out seven to ten days after a pre-wedding event (engagement party, bridal shower, Jack and Jill shower, etc).
In a perfect world a Thank You note should be sent out seven to ten days after receiving the wedding gift if that gift was received before the wedding date.
In a perfect world a Thank You note should be sent out within thirty days of your wedding date for all of the wedding gifts received on your wedding day.
A personal "Thank You" should always be expressed to the giver BUT you still owe the giver a handwritten "Thank You." A personal "Thank You" is only one half of the job.
A pre-printed "Thank You" note is better than not sending any note at all BUT a handwritten is the most appropriate method of saying "Thank You."
You should never mention the amount given if you received a check or cash as a gift. Tell the giver what you intend to do with the money, even if that means putting it in a savings account that has a specific purpose.
Looking for some "Thank You" notes that can be used with a wallet size wedding photo? Try the "Coupled Hearts Thank You Notes at shop.getmarried.com
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
May 18, 2011
Looking for some great cupcakes for your reception?
sacredsweets.com
jencakes.com
zinermansbakehouse.com
vanillabakeshop.com
ninecakes.com
sugarcraft.com
sweetgrace.net
apeachinapeartree.com
Listed in the Fall 2010 copy of shop.getmarried.com
sacredsweets.com
jencakes.com
zinermansbakehouse.com
vanillabakeshop.com
ninecakes.com
sugarcraft.com
sweetgrace.net
apeachinapeartree.com
Listed in the Fall 2010 copy of shop.getmarried.com
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
May 17, 2011
Looking for reception table number stands?
At shop.getmarried.com the tall stands are about $12 and the short stands are about $10.
At shop.getmarried.com the tall stands are about $12 and the short stands are about $10.
Monday, May 16, 2011
May 16, 2011
A new you can be created at 2MYSHAPE . . . a complete line of stylish yet comfortable undergarments for both men and women. These undergarments are designed to reshape the body to a desired shape and size. These undergarments are made of lightweight fabric that allows the skin to breathe, while holding the redefined body shape.
For more information: 2MYSHAPE
101 Alice Street
Bridgeport, CT 06606
203-683-7442
WWW.ARDYSSLIFE.COM/2MYSHAPE
From the Fall 2010 issue of shop.getmarried.com
For more information: 2MYSHAPE
101 Alice Street
Bridgeport, CT 06606
203-683-7442
WWW.ARDYSSLIFE.COM/2MYSHAPE
From the Fall 2010 issue of shop.getmarried.com
Sunday, May 15, 2011
May 15, 2011
Looking for something "blue?"
Blue suede cowgirl boots (Carson Pull On) can be found at thefreycompany.com.
Found in the Fall 2010 issue of getmarried.com
Blue suede cowgirl boots (Carson Pull On) can be found at thefreycompany.com.
Found in the Fall 2010 issue of getmarried.com
Thursday, May 12, 2011
May 12, 2011
Save your wedding dress with a specially developed formula of friendly bacteria and enzymes. It actually "eats away" wine stains - all with nontoxic ingredients.
WineOff/bio-proresearch.com/home-auto-html. $4.95
As seen in shop.getmarried.com Fall 2010 issue.
I was once associated with a Bride who drank an orange soda enroute to the wedding ceremony. The limousine went over a bump as she was drinking the soda. The soda spilled all over the front of her dress.
Her future Mother-in-law, who paid for the professional photographer, was in the rear of the church as the Bride walked in. The future Mother-in-law was furious!
WineOff/bio-proresearch.com/home-auto-html. $4.95
As seen in shop.getmarried.com Fall 2010 issue.
I was once associated with a Bride who drank an orange soda enroute to the wedding ceremony. The limousine went over a bump as she was drinking the soda. The soda spilled all over the front of her dress.
Her future Mother-in-law, who paid for the professional photographer, was in the rear of the church as the Bride walked in. The future Mother-in-law was furious!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
May 10, 2011
Great idea from shop.getmarried.com . .
Pocket Wedding Planner - this little bitty wedding planner organizes your life and fits in your purse.
Hip Hip Hooray, leave your three-ring binder at home!
Item costs $14.95 Fall 2010 issue of "Get Married"
Pocket Wedding Planner - this little bitty wedding planner organizes your life and fits in your purse.
Hip Hip Hooray, leave your three-ring binder at home!
Item costs $14.95 Fall 2010 issue of "Get Married"
Monday, May 9, 2011
May 9, 2011
On more than one occasion I have seen Maid of Honors, bridesmaids and wedding guests walk in an area that is NOT conducive to wearing high heels. Yes, the Bride may have seen the grass when she decided to have her outdoor ceremony or reception at this specific location BUT she never thought about what would happen when you wear high heels in that grassy area.
There is an item that can be put on the heel that will prevent you from getting stuck in a grassy or soft soil area. It's called Sole Mates High Heeler. Check out www.thesolemates.com. Information obtained from shop.getmarried.com "smart fixes."
There is an item that can be put on the heel that will prevent you from getting stuck in a grassy or soft soil area. It's called Sole Mates High Heeler. Check out www.thesolemates.com. Information obtained from shop.getmarried.com "smart fixes."
Sunday, May 8, 2011
May 8, 2011
A Most Unusual Gift of Love
"Through all our years may you find
warmth and joy and peace of mind
in this hand and heart you have won
for my love for you has just begun."
This poem was written on a litho by Robert Sexton. More information can be found at www.robertsexton.com. From Yankee Magazine January-February 2010.
"Through all our years may you find
warmth and joy and peace of mind
in this hand and heart you have won
for my love for you has just begun."
This poem was written on a litho by Robert Sexton. More information can be found at www.robertsexton.com. From Yankee Magazine January-February 2010.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
May 7, 2011
Getmarried.com recommended these blogs and so do I . .
lovemilkandhoney.com
postcardandpretties.blogspot.com
rocknrollbride.com (check out the two vintage wedding photos!)
lovemilkandhoney.com
postcardandpretties.blogspot.com
rocknrollbride.com (check out the two vintage wedding photos!)
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
May 4, 2011
Weddings of Venice new Facepage page . .
http://facebook.com/weddingsofvenice
Thanks to Jim Casey for making this happen!
http://facebook.com/weddingsofvenice
Thanks to Jim Casey for making this happen!
Monday, May 2, 2011
May 2, 2011
A Bride's Mother asked how the tradition of giving a Bride a bridal or wedding shower started.
This tradition evolved from Holland when a Father disapproved of his daughter's choice of a husband. The villagers gathered to "shower" her with the dowry and gifts her Father refused to give her.
This tradition evolved from Holland when a Father disapproved of his daughter's choice of a husband. The villagers gathered to "shower" her with the dowry and gifts her Father refused to give her.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
May 1, 2011
Just discovered "Cookies by Design." Check out the beautifully decorated heart shaped cookies, wedding bell cookies, Bride and Groom cookies, and custom photo cookies.
Looking for something "new and different" for a wedding thank you gift or a table favor? There's lots of cute wedding ideas at http://www.centralfloridacookies.com.
Looking for something "new and different" for a wedding thank you gift or a table favor? There's lots of cute wedding ideas at http://www.centralfloridacookies.com.