tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82265540743919430632024-02-08T12:30:27.296-08:00indian wedding cakesThomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-12517500251328411012012-05-29T20:56:00.001-07:002012-05-29T20:56:33.632-07:00fall wedding bouquet<p><b>Orchids are very refreshing flowers to look at, hence they are very popular to use as orchid wedding bouquets. They come in various colors and shapes so a bride-to-be can have a variety of choices. Their natural beauty and charm complement well with a </b>bride's<b> </b><i>appearance. It's no secret that orchids can be quite expensive so if you want to save some money from all the costly preparations for a wedding, well, you can actually create your own wedding bouquet. Silk orchids are good to use, especially when making a cascading bouquet. </i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='fall wedding bouquet' title='fall wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7239/7299607066_4b5f369d34_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Other popular orchid types are Cymbidium orchid, which is a bit heavier compared to others and comes best in white, pink, green, yellow and burgundy colors; Phalaenopsis orchid which is usually used for cascade bouquets because of its flat features and look best in white and purple colors; Vanda orchids which have smaller sizes but still look great as bridal bouquet; and Dendrobium orchids which have beautiful lines and small flowers.</p><p>Here is a simple guideline in making orchid wedding bouquets for your most precious wedding day:</p><p>1) Put some heavy stones in a vase halfway through. This is where you will place your bouquet while you are arranging it so that you can use both of your hands. Then, put the foam bouquet holder in position inside the vase.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='fall wedding bouquet' title='fall wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7244/7299607750_c8a33ccd89_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>2) Cut off the leaves and flowers from the stalk to separate them. Start creating stems by taping a florist wire to the base of the flowers and leaves. Be sure to use a florist tape in the taping process and a florist wire. Cover the entire wire with green florist tape which will then look like a stem. The length of the orchid stems should vary from four inches to fourteen inches.</p><p>3) Next, insert the leaves unto the foam to frame the bouquet. This will make the primary shape of your orchid bouquet. Let the longest leaf hang down straight at the center and the remaining leaves should progressively and uniformly get shorter. The green foliage must point outwards in all directions. The green stem made from florist tape can be secured to the foam using hot glue.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='fall wedding bouquet' title='fall wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7074/7299608958_98c3e93386_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>4) Now, you can add each orchid flower to the bouquet one by one. The orchids with long stems should be inserted first with the longest one inserted at the middle bottom portion of the foam. This will serve as the bouquet's anchor. Place two long stems away from the center, the next one in the center and two other ones off center again. The bouquet's bottom will be built by this. Then, start building the fuller portion of your bouquet. Insert orchids with the length of five inches to seven inches. The shorter ones with length of three to five inches should be at the center. To create a full bouquet, place these orchids in the foam. Hot glue can be used for stability.</p><p>5) To finish the process, you can wrap a matching ribbon around the bouquet holder which complement with the theme of your wedding and the color of the orchids. The wedding bouquet would look simply perfect if it fits excellently to the theme. You can also add up smaller orchids to fill the bouquet.</p><p>For additional care for your orchids, you can soak them in a solution with preservative to lengthen their life and make them look fresh all throughout your wedding day.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-8581572466177437492012-05-29T20:32:00.001-07:002012-05-29T20:32:56.855-07:00sunflower wedding bouquet<p><b>When planning a fall or winter wedding, it may seem like all of the suggestions are for purple or red dresses, but those are far from the only options. Blue is one of the most flattering and versatile colors for bridesmaid dresses, and it is always in style. These are </b><i>some<b> </b>ideas for blue bridesmaid dresses for fall and winter weddings.</i></p><p>In the autumn months, rich and deep colors are usually the order of the day. For bridesmaid dresses, a color like cobalt blue would be gorgeous. It is deep, yet vibrant, and would work equally well for a daytime or evening wedding. Cobalt is a popular color this year, and it </p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='sunflower wedding bouquet' title='sunflower wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7217/7299492912_1b77fa6655_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>is especially easy to picture it as the color choice for a September wedding. It bridges the gap between summer and fall beautifully. A long cobalt dress would be gorgeous with a black sash and crystal bridesmaid jewelry sets for a formal wedding, especially in an elegant one shoulder style.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='sunflower wedding bouquet' title='sunflower wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7232/7299493798_e312bf21df_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Navy is another excellent shade of blue for fall and winter. A classic color that is timeless and sophisticated, it looks especially stunning in tailored silhouettes. Try a navy strapless faille bridesmaid dress for an afternoon wedding, or a long navy satin V-neck gown for a formal evening ceremony. Sets of pearl bridesmaid jewelry are a natural choice with classic navy dresses. As for flowers, mixed bouquets in shades of purple are particularly attractive against navy. Use a combination of plum, fuchsia, and lavender blossoms in loosely arranged bouquets tied with navy velvet ribbon. Another idea is to have play up the crispness of navy with bouquets comprised of all white flowers, surrounded by a cuff of bright green leaves.</p><p>For brides planning a fall wedding who are not crazy about dark colors, consider a medium blue dress with a chocolate brown sash. Picture the way that brown leaves look against a brilliant blue autumn sky to envision this winning color combination. The chocolate color brings in enough of a fall flavor to keep the dresses feeling seasonal. Bring the brown color into the bridesmaid bouquets by incorporating flowers such as chocolate cosmos or mini sunflowers. Natural accents like dried seed pods or berries will make the bouquets feel even more autumnal, and make a nice contrast with the medium blue of the dresses.</p><p>In the winter months, it often seems like all the bridesmaid dresses are red, red, and red. However, another fabulous winter wedding color scheme is an icy "Winter Wonderland" theme, with which ice blue bridesmaid dresses would be fantastic. The key to making such a pale color really work with the season is to use it in a distinctly wintery fabric like a heavy satin (a lightweight material like chiffon would make the dresses feel out of place). Then add more wintery accents, such as crystal snowflake pendants and perhaps even white fur wraps for the ceremony, tied with lustrous satin ribbons. Make the bouquets very wintery as well, with accents like tiny silver ornaments or silver painted pinecones mixed in among white roses.</p><p>Blue is not only a very appropriate color for a fall or winter wedding, it is very beautiful as well. They are particularly nice when the bride does not want to go with one of the more standard seasonal colors. Timeless and elegant, and always in style, blue bridesmaid dresses would make a wonderful addition to any cold weather wedding.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-58590613232628085712012-05-29T20:28:00.001-07:002012-05-29T20:28:44.988-07:00blue wedding bouquet<p><b>Blue is a beautiful color, and would be a wonderful addition to any wedding. Having a blue wedding theme is even better, the color symbolizes peace and harmony as well as trust and loyalty, qualities of a happy marriage. Blue is one of the most popular colors </b><i>used in<b> </b>weddings. It's a calming color that appeals to most people and there are so many gorgeous shades to choose from. For most women the iconic Tiffany's blue come to mind, it is in fact a very common color for weddings.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='blue wedding bouquet' title='blue wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7087/7299467778_cd7cc6af3f_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>There are many ways in which to use the color blue. It can be applied to just about any part of the wedding ceremony and reception, from the attire to the flowers and decorations. Blues and whites look beautiful together, it's the epitome of elegance. Pair blue together with silver and it gives off a sleek and modern feel. A combination of different shades of blue also work well. A blue wedding theme should include lots of blue so people make no mistake that the color is the overall theme.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='blue wedding bouquet' title='blue wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7231/7299468514_22a7ed4eb8_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>We can start by selecting flowers that are naturally blue. They include hydrangeas, muscari, delphiniums and agapanthus. Add those to your bridal bouquet or floral arrangements for the centerpiece to add a bright pop of color. They go great with flowers that are in shades of white or purple.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='blue wedding bouquet' title='blue wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7103/7299469230_8c385da6f0_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>The bride should always have on something blue as the old saying goes. A light blue or turquoise sash would look absolutely gorgeous on a white wedding dress. If you don't want the color to be too obvious you can use it in the form of accessories such as jewelry or headpieces. A turquoise necklace will look stunning on brides going for a more casual look. Don't forget about the shoes, try a pair of blue pumps or slippers to go with that beautiful white dress. Just remember to make sure it doesn't overpower your complete look, but rather enhances it.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='blue wedding bouquet' title='blue wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7083/7299470418_7e1ff7b6b5_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Blue decorations should not be too difficult to come up with. Blue and white create a great combination for the tables during the reception. Think about using white plates on blue tablecloth or the other way around. You can even add a nice glass bowl of water with candles and flowers floating to the top. Have blue ribbons adorned on the backs of the seats. Start with those ideas and think of some more on your own.</p><p>Other creative ideas include having all the groomsmen and bridesmaids wear the same shade of blue. The guys can wear ties that match the girls' dresses. The signature drink that is served at your wedding reception can be blue as well, just ask the bartender to serve up something with a bit of blue coloring. Wedding favors should always go with the theme of the wedding. Wouldn't it be fun to give your guests something that's wrapped inside a little blue box that resembles a Tiffany's box? There are so many fantastic things that come in blue, you definitely will not have any trouble finding them.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-64110248926862381562012-05-29T20:04:00.001-07:002012-05-29T20:04:14.148-07:00green wedding bouquet<p><b>Are you looking for the right flowers for your bouquet? There are thousands flowers in the world. But most of them may not be suitable for wedding flower arrangement. To find the perfect flower, you need to know what are the most favorite flowers used in </b><i>bouquet, and what<b> </b>its characteristics. Most popular flowers that are used in bridal bouquet are:</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='green wedding bouquet' title='green wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7080/7299339986_55f7681034_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>1. Roses</p><p>Roses are the most used cut flower in the world. The flower is pretty with various color (white, pink, & red), beautiful shape, and more than a hundred species. Besides the smell is good, rose is a durable flower. No wonder if many people really like this flower. The characteristics of good roses are: long stemmed, bold petals, & has minimum five petals.</p><p>2. Tulips</p><p>Many people know that tulip is a flower come from Dutch. This is wrong. Tulips are native to Central Asia & Persian Empire. The vast majority of tulips are being exported from Holland to all over the world. These cut flowers come with hundreds varieties with typically have one flower per stem and are available year-round.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='green wedding bouquet' title='green wedding bouquet' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8006/7299341146_3570630939_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>3. Calla Lilies</p><p>Calla lilies are elegant flower. The flowers are very popular choices for bridal bouquets, flower arrangements, & home decoration because of its range of colors available with unique shapes. Calla lilies are poisonous plants, so if you want to arrange a bouquet made with calla lilies, consider keeping it far from children.</p><p>4. Gerbera</p><p>Gerbera is a genus of sunflower family. The name was taken from the last name of the German naturalist Traugott Gerber. The flowers grow with less water, so they are suitable for home gardening. Gerbera is popular for wedding bouquet because it is vary greatly in shape, color, and size. The capitulum is composed of hundreds of individual flowers.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='green wedding bouquet' title='green wedding bouquet' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/7299341834_22ab58e626_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>5. Carnation</p><p>The carnation, scientifically known as Dianthus caryophyllus is a species of Dianthus. Colors include pink (natural color), red, white, yellow and green, have been developed. Carnations usually are used for showing love and fascination. But cultivars of many colors can bring different symbol from each color. For example, white carnation may symbolize the purity of Mother's Day.</p><p>6. Stephanotis </p><p>Stephanotis is also known as Madagascar jasmine. The flower has white petals, star-shaped flower, and dark green leaves. The best known stephanotis species is Stephanotis floribunda whose are popular component of wedding bouquets.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-39463215387572953722012-05-29T20:00:00.001-07:002012-05-29T20:00:31.353-07:00calla lily wedding bouquet<p><b>One of the most elegant flower choices for a picture perfect wedding is the calla lily flower. This flower is simple in form yet garners attention whenever and wherever it is used. It is a natural choice for the most discerning bride-to-be and typically is arranged </b><i>simply as a<b> </b>uniform bunch or as the focal flower in a mixed bouquet. Even the most simplistic use, a single stem held by the bride, can make a profound impact on such a beautiful and special day.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='calla lily wedding bouquet' title='calla lily wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7076/7299322502_e45542197a_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Here are 3 key distinguishing features that will help in selecting the perfect calla lily flower for the wedding:</p><p>1. Size</p><p>There are essentially two different sizes of calla lilies in the floral market -- standard and mini. Each will have varying stem lengths however each size is noticeably different. The standard size calla is actually fairly large - as tall as 36 inches, and contains a larger blossom (up to 6 inches in length or opening) along with a thicker stem (up to 2 inches in diameter). The mini callas much smaller in size in every dimension. Their stems are typically pencil sized thickness, their length is generally from 12 inches up to 24 inches, and their blossom is in proportion to the stem size (up to 3" when opened).</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='calla lily wedding bouquet' title='calla lily wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7090/7299323418_3c807f27b5_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>2. Color</p><p>There are numerous options for choosing the color of the calla blossom. For standard sized callas, the color options are much more limited than the mini size varieties. White or green are the 2 most popular colors for the standard size, with white being the overwhelming favorite color chosen by brides. With minis, there are a lot more options on colors. The most popular choices include white, pink, purple, mango, peach and yellow. There are also multi-colored varieties too.</p><p>3. Bloom Style</p><p>For bloom styles, there are two types of flower blossoms -- fully open or closed. Standard callas (the largest callas) are most readily available in what is considered the closed cut. The reverse is typically true for minis, their blossoms are fully open. It is important to note that closed cut blooms will not fully open. This doesn't detract from their beauty, however if opened blossoms are desired then take extra care to specifically request fully open callas when placing the order. Please be aware that fully opened blooms are generally in tight supply and not always readily available.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='calla lily wedding bouquet' title='calla lily wedding bouquet' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8026/7299323994_c927a97679_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Although not a specific feature of the flower itself, another component to selecting the perfect calla is the associated cost. There are significant price differences between the two sizes. The standard size calla will be more expensive than the mini sizes. Standard callas are sold by the stem, while the minis are sold in bunches. Additionally, for standard callas, a fully opened bloom will cost more (usually more than double) than a closed cut bloom.</p><p>When it comes to brides selecting the larger standard size calla for their flowers, most are envisioning the fully opened cut version. There is not another flower type that comes close to the creating the same impact as a fully opened standard white calla lily does. When grouped together, fully open blooms are the perfect choice. They are absolutely beautiful, elegant, and stately. They also look great with closed blooms, intermixed. If standard sized callas are just too cost prohibitive, then switching to the mini version is also a beautiful option.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-3057643625798130162012-05-29T19:59:00.001-07:002012-05-29T19:59:00.989-07:00purple wedding bouquet<p><b>For beautiful and memorable wedding flower bouquets, today's brides are getting creative. Instead of letting a florist know the bridal party colors and leaving the design ideas up to them as bride's used to do, bride requests are getting very specific. In fact, an </b><i>informed and<b> </b>open bride combined with a creative and expressive florist can make for some stunning bridal bouquet arrangements. The only downside will be when the flowers fade! Read on for some creative bridal bouquet ideas for the bride, the bridal party, the head table and the wedding reception decoration as well.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='purple wedding bouquet' title='purple wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7073/7299313176_731744b278_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p><b></b>Colors: Oh, what you can do with colors! Whether you use the flowers themselves or the ribbons and bows or candles, getting creative with color is a wonderful way to create a memorable event. Picture, for instance, wedding flowers starting from light pink and moving to deep fuschia or purple or red as you progress through the bridal party, or perhaps around the reception tables, each bouquet or centerpiece a different color than the next, getting deeper and more vibrant. Perhaps, instead, you have a black and white theme and choose vibrant red or orange or purple flowers to add a dramatic splash of color and style. For a garden or very formal themed wedding, an all-white palette for floral bouquets and centerpieces is absolutely stunning, and can be combined with silver, bronze or gold accents for a little sparkle.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='purple wedding bouquet' title='purple wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7243/7299315258_bdc723c2ed_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Themes: Orchids and tropical flowers for a Hawaiian theme, with torches and leis, or beautiful seasonal flowers for a Spring bouquet: you can use your wedding flowers to express any number of themes. Elegant winter white sparkling with greens and silver for the winter Holidays or casual garden bouquets for a summer afternoon wedding showcase wildly different flowers. Be sure to take into account the dress styles when considering the formality level of the flower arrangements.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='purple wedding bouquet' title='purple wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7073/7299315956_4425cd8d0c_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Accents: Here's where you can get really creative. Tucking little accents into your wedding flower arrangements will make them truly unique. Try sprays of gem for a glittery showpiece, small shells for a seaside or beach wedding, beautiful butterflies or dragonflies for a garden wedding, or shimmery snowflake shapes for a wintery wonderland effect. These are just a few quick ideas, so once you get your imagination rolling you're sure to come up with many more!</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='purple wedding bouquet' title='purple wedding bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7239/7299316956_ca7ceb6e27_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Looking through bridal magazines tends to be the primary source of inspiration for brides, but there are many more places to get ideas. Go to beautiful hotels and look at the decor or even look in elegant shop windows. Think also about your personal likes; for instance if you love birds perhaps you could tuck tiny bird figures into some of your wedding flower arrangements. The sky's the limit for creative wedding flower ideas!</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-54215080719586797762012-05-25T02:12:00.001-07:002012-05-25T02:12:06.814-07:00tiffany blue wedding favors<p><b>Engraved and marked favours are very hot at the moment. Including the name of the happy couple and the date of the wedding on your favour boxes is a lovely touch and is sure to remind your guests of your wedding for years to come. It is not just boxes that can </b><i>be personalised, wine bottle labels, stickers, gift tags are just a few of the items that can be printed on. Use your imagination and give your friends some really unique.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='tiffany blue wedding favors' title='tiffany blue wedding favors' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8164/7266642998_d2e418a8bb_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>This year has seen more practical favours becoming more and more popular. The Love Birds salt & pepper shaker is our best selling favour this year. It's not only practical but is a true symbol of the meaning of your big day. Bottle stoppers often follow this theme as well and heart bottle stoppers have sold extremely well this year.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='tiffany blue wedding favors' title='tiffany blue wedding favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7074/7266643648_70222867f6_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Another practical theme that has shone through is to combine place card holders that can also be used as a photo frame for your guests to use at home. There are lots of small frames on the market that you can use for your place card holders. If you are keen on the idea of giving your guests a memento of the day, why not include a picture of the two of you in the frame? The last twelve months have seen these become more and more common with some great results.</p><p>Another popular trend this year is the Wedding CD favour. Couples are choosing to create a CD with their favourite songs included to give out to their guests as a gift. This gives their guests an excellent takeaway from the day and can include songs from the evening celebration including your first dance to make it truly special. This is a relatively cheap and truly personalised.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='tiffany blue wedding favors' title='tiffany blue wedding favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7078/7266644628_0db5c02e98_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>With more and more brides being socially responsible, environmentally friendly wedding favours are an emerging trend. Buying wildflower seeds and then putting them in beautiful handmade paper favours is a great idea for your guests so they can then plant them when they get home. These look beautiful on your wedding tables and might even product some beautiful flowers. This year, small plants and beeswax candles are also extremely popular wedding favours.</p><p>Picking any one of these favours for your wedding day will ensure that your guests go home with a happy memory of your wedding day which will last for years to come.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-7779003505028451872012-05-25T01:54:00.001-07:002012-05-25T01:54:06.886-07:00wedding favors keychain<p><b>Bridal shower and bridal shower wedding favors. You can use these for both. There are several brush our wedding favors available line. I have found a few that are really classy inelegant to start out there is a pink polkadot perse managers said that really stands out </b><i>as some<b> </b>cosmopolitan flair and these managers said its fashions look like older chick purses. The four piece stainless steel set includes no file scissors clippers and tweezers and fits perfectly in the pink and black polkadot perse really charming and sexy presentation and measures are about 5 x 5 inches.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding favors keychain' title='wedding favors keychain' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7235/7266591836_f6e623b2c0_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Maybe why just go with something small like the love heart compact mirror in the black velvet pouch to classy and sleek compact heart mirror and is a great way to reflect your appreciation to your guests to chromosome are compact as the words love engraved in the front and is packaged in eight elegant black velvet pouch and measures about 2.5 x 2/4" wide and long. It's a really great, as gifts.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding favors keychain' title='wedding favors keychain' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7086/7266592694_abb3cc0919_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Or how about the Asian paint protease flipper fare boxes, which comes in a set of six. The sure to take home a lovely silk brocade slippers or a box of perfect packaged faders that guests can use to store jury, collectibles and momentous. The boxes about 5 inches tall and sold in sets of six.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding favors keychain' title='wedding favors keychain' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7225/7266593622_d48239959a_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Now for every lady. You could always buy the sleek and chick leather stiletto keychain would celebrate a perfect fit stiletto is a little statement in black and white with leather stitches as little retro Palm twinkles with three little studs on the toes and has a wonderful. Thank you tag which you can personalize for each guest. If you want to find more on bridal show wedding favors I have created some more information below for you to check out.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-37420317068417891222012-05-25T01:33:00.001-07:002012-05-25T01:33:54.485-07:00practical wedding favors<p><b>Are you planning on a Fall Wedding this year and looking for some great ideas for Fall Wedding Favors? Look no further. I can help you with some fantastic ideas for favors for your wedding.</b></p><p><i>Fall weddings are some of the most gorgeous weddings since there are so many deep, rich colors to choose from. If you have already selected a color theme, then the easiest way to select your fall wedding favors would be to stay in the same color family as your wedding color.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='practical wedding favors' title='practical wedding favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7235/7266532510_0be044c614_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>If your color is brown, beautiful chocolate brown wedding favor boxes filled with chocolate kisses is a fun way to thank your guests. "Kisses from the new Mr. and Mrs." - cute and fun. If your color is burgundy, then burgundy photo frame/coaster favors would look fantastic on your table.</p><p>Looking for a more practical wedding favor? Fall candle wedding favors such as Fall in Love Gel Candle or Autumn wedding cake candles are sure to be enjoyed during the winter by your guests.</p><p>Another practical fall wedding favor is to provide leaf place card holders at each guest setting that can be taken with to be used as a note holder in the office or recipe holder in the kitchen. This type of favor is fun at Thanksgiving dinners too.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='practical wedding favors' title='practical wedding favors' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8163/7266533924_5cd32e21da_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>There are several new fall wedding favors being offered on-line this year. A few of them are:</p><p>Fall Candle Wedding Favors: Is there a more romantic image than a fall evening with dimly lit streetlights, colorful leaves falling onto the sidewalk? Charming tea light candles capture the ambience of an autumn night and make a colorful presentation at every place setting.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='practical wedding favors' title='practical wedding favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7243/7266534778_d73420146c_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Fall Impressions Glass Photo Coasters: You only get one chance to make a lasting impression and when presentation is crucial, give these lovely "Fall Impressions" glass photo coasters. These practical and elegant coasters leave guests with the wonderful memories of fall and the romance of the evening.</p><p>Autumn Leaves Bookmark Favors: These exquisite autumn bookmark favors are a great way to mark any fall occasion. Curling up with a good book is surely a favorite way to spend a crisp autumn day. So give your guests a useful favor that will bring memories of your special event each time they enjoy a relaxing read.</p><p>I hope the above ideas get your creative juices flowing. This is just an example of the many Autumn Wedding Favors you can choose from to add elegance to your wedding reception.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-57841327977795007762012-05-25T01:25:00.001-07:002012-05-25T01:25:30.924-07:00spring wedding favors<p><b>When your grandparents married, the idea of creating unique wedding candle favors as a project may have crossed the bride's mind, but weddings were simpler, then. Wedding favors were often nothing more than sugar-coated almond candies. The candies </b><i>were<b> </b>traditional, and many brides went with tradition.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='spring wedding favors' title='spring wedding favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7239/7266509304_0d8b2a2ca5_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Today's bride has a wealth of ideas from which to choose - and yet, because the same ideas are so readily available via the Internet, many brides want something different. They want wedding favors that aren't like everyone else's. Some want to get together with friends and spend a day crafting wedding favors.</p><p>That's where creating unique wedding candle favors as a project comes in. Picture yourself with your friends, tables piled high with lovely supplies. You load the CD player as everyone gathers around the table, and then settle down for an enjoyable day of chatting, listening to music, and creating your own unique wedding candle favors.</p><p>British Wedding Candle Favors</p><p>A nostalgic wedding candle favor with a "tea for two" theme can be created using "British" teacups with saucers. Search online for mini teacups and saucers. Several toy teacup and saucer sets are available. Choose antique white or flowered teacups with saucers. Place a tea candle in each cup, add a bow and card to the handle, and your wedding candle favor is ready. Centerpieces for your tables could be arranged in teapots.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='spring wedding favors' title='spring wedding favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7081/7266510144_debb879fc7_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Dutch Wedding Candle Favors</p><p>Something old ... something blue. What better for unique wedding candle favors than Delft "Blue" with an "old" theme like a clog? An online search will turn up ceramic mini Dutch shoes with windmill or other design painted on them in Delft Blue. Purchase pairs to cut costs, and separate the shoes for your project.</p><p>Place a penny in the bottom of each shoe. Then insert a small, white tea candle. Use thin, sheer ribbon to tie on a printed tag with the traditional rhyme: "Something old, something new; Something borrowed, something blue; And a penny in her shoe." Add a brief explanation: "The theme is old, the favor is new; I borrowed the rhyme, the shoe is blue. Look for a penny in the shoe."</p><p>Eggs-actly Affordable Wedding Candle Favors</p><p>The bride who wants to inject humor can create unique wedding candle favors with ceramic egg cups. Oriental Trading Company online offers "paint-your-own" ceramic egg cups at $6.95 per dozen. The white egg cups can be painted to match your wedding color scheme, in flowers or other motif. Fill with wax and a wick, or insert a tea candle. (Oriental Trading has candle-making wax kits, too.) Tie a bow around the base of the egg cup, attaching a place card or small thank you.</p><p>Oriental Wedding Candle Favors</p><p>Creating unique wedding candle favors as a project is a good way to carry out an oriental wedding theme. The trick is to think of oriental objects that can hold a candle. The most obvious, of course, is an oriental tea cup - tall and narrow, with handle and lid. These can be expensive, but low cost cups are also available, especially if you work with a wholesale company. Choose a pretty pattern, insert a candle, and put the lid on it. Tie your place card to the handle with a pretty ribbon.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='spring wedding favors' title='spring wedding favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7071/7266511056_24d4e93614_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Spring Wedding Candle Favors</p>A spring idea for creating unique wedding candle favors as a project is to begin with tulip bouquet candles, available online from Lillian Vernon. These come in sets of 3: pink, yellow, and lilac bouquets. Use white and silver ribbon to tie a place card to each tulip bouquet and you're done. For a whimsical touch, a note about "two lips" could be added to the card. These wedding candle favors are perfect for a spring wedding - especially with tulip centerpieces.<p></p><p>Tropical Wedding Candle Favors</p><p>A favorite tropical flower is the hibiscus, and floating hibiscus blossoms can be a quick way of creating unique wedding candle favors as a project for bride and bridesmaids. Begin with clear plastic dessert dishes 3" to 4" in diameter. Choose dishes with a short stem. Tie a ribbon around the stem of the dish, looping it through your place card. Fill each dish 1/2 full with water, and place a hibiscus floating candle in each. Candles are available online.</p><p>Seashore Wedding Candle Favors</p><p>You can create unique wedding candle favors for a seaside wedding using materials at hand. Order white, 13-hour votive candles from a bulk pillar candle supplier online. Purchase small plastic coasters, and pastel ribbon to match your wedding color scheme. Glue a candle in the center of each coaster. Glue a layer of sand around it. Make the sand come up over the bottom of the candle in an uneven pattern. Glue tiny seashells to the candles, and then tie with a bow, attaching your place card with the ribbon.</p><p>Involve Everyone</p><p>Creating unique wedding candle favors is a project in which you can involve nearly everyone in the family. You can create your favors all in one day, or do a few at a time. You may not use one of these ideas exactly as is, but perhaps the ideas given will spark your imagination.</p><p>The important thing is that you like the favors you create, and that they reflect your personality and interests. This is your day. Make it uniquely you in every way.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-90584195581930733012012-05-25T01:18:00.001-07:002012-05-25T01:18:20.653-07:00wedding table favors<p><b>Getting married is a wonderful occasion where family and friends gather to celebrate. Part of what makes this day or evening so special is the effort that goes into setting it up and all the planning to make it look amazing. One of the best parts that you cannot </b><i>forget when<b> </b>planning your wedding is the wedding table decoration. This will get everyone's attention the minute they walk into the reception venue. Here are some great ideas for simple yet effective decorations.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding table favors' title='wedding table favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7080/7266487478_44ced2277d_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>If you want to have a modern wedding with a twist, you can easily use flowers in a different way as part of your wedding table decoration. You can create a simple, elegant look with low square vases with a grouping of one type of flower using just the head. You can use roses, carnations, and any other large petal flower for this. Then to top it all off you can place this on a large mirror in the middle of the table with tea light candles surrounding it for a magical evening.</p><p>Another simple, but stunning idea is to use large urn type vases. These should be quite tall as well. Inside you will place a huge bunch of fairy like flowers. You can use the ones that are normally inside a bouquet. Then on the edge of the urn you can hang crystals or colorful gemstones.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding table favors' title='wedding table favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7219/7266488116_a033b0a02a_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>If you want to make your wedding table decoration more fanciful, then how about a busy bouquet of colorful flowers along with berries, twigs, crystals, and glittered butterflies. This will make quite an impact using white table cloths and gold cutlery and crockery.</p><p>If you have a small budget and are not sure about the table decorations, here is an idea. You can use a group of pillar candles and surround a tall specimen vase that has just a single rose in it. This will be cheap and also look elegant.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding table favors' title='wedding table favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7082/7266488738_97dfbea0b1_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Another great idea that you can do that will not require any hectic setting up or transportation of flowers is to use a centerpiece that has something to do with your theme. If you are having a princess like wedding, then you can use elegant statuettes in the center of the tables.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding table favors' title='wedding table favors' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7083/7266489418_b623674e95_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>You could also make a memorable and personal table decoration with some large photo frames and a special picture of the bride and groom. You might also hang everyone's wedding favors from this in little organza bags. You can even do this with a glittered bare tree. On this tree you can hang all the favors in silver or gold, or the color of your wedding bags. You can even hang some crystals from here as well to make a sparkly wedding table centerpiece.</p><p>These are just some basic ideas, but you can use these and combine them to make up your own special wedding</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-90201118829766591292012-05-22T00:15:00.001-07:002012-05-22T00:15:16.182-07:00pictures of wedding flowers<p><b>The ancient Romans believed that eating away strong smelling flowers leave protect them from immorality spirits. Even the English felt that they will constitute saved from plague. In the Victorian times, lovers used to send secret messages out of sight in bouquets. Red roses are victimised to express love. Freesia is exploited to represent desire and antiophthalmic factor fern stands for sincerity.</b></p><p><i>Apart from flowers, whatsoever bouquet displace represent decorated with ribbons, lace, beads, silk fabric and so on and then forth. Cascading bouquets are flowing bouquets with flowers cascading beneath the master destiny of the design. The other names for the cascading bouquets are the teardrop fragrancy and the waterfall bridal.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='pictures of wedding flowers' title='pictures of wedding flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7212/7247465128_83e253cd4e_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>The bouquets are rounded atomic number 85 the tiptop and shine to amp point. There are many online galleries which picture pictures of cascading bouquets, spousal bouquets, marriage ceremony flowers, floral decorations, reception decorations and sol on and thence forth. Some of the photos are provided aside the spousal efflorescence consultants and close to of the photos are gracefully donated by the St. Bridget itself.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='pictures of wedding flowers' title='pictures of wedding flowers' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8023/7247465552_c9e64b7ed4_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Without bouquets, no marriage is complete - beryllium it vitamin A church wedding ceremony operating room vitamin A seaside nuptials Beaver State any traditional wedding. Most of the Christian weddings use the classical bouquet measure axerophthol tidy twenty-six - thirty-six '' long ecstasy 15'' crossways x 3'' deep. This white bouquet is trimmed in entwine with fabric-covered candle. Flowers care rose, lilies, orchids, rosebuds, leather flip fern, English Ivy and tweed gladioli are exploited to create a cascading wonder.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='pictures of wedding flowers' title='pictures of wedding flowers' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8002/7247465904_1dec3c8877_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>For weddings Indiana the evenings, especially atomic number 85 nights, niggling shiny bleached bouquets are used. Brighter roses, other lilies, English Ivy, leather leaf fern, beads and ribbons are used for the same.</p><p>Hand-tied marriage bouquets are like to the fortify bouquets; the lone departure is the presentation. Any bloom buttocks atomic number 4 used to hand-tied wedding ceremony bouquets only with axerophthol medal wrapped around the root and axerophthol defer is compulsory.</p><p>For autumn weddings, the flowers like gerberas, roses, daisies, marigold and sunflowers stool be selected. The bouquets displace have hypericum berries as well.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='pictures of wedding flowers' title='pictures of wedding flowers' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8161/7247466334_c199bac368_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Silk hymeneals bouquets are likewise quite an famous theses days. This fragrancy is for the boldness and unusual bride. It is decorated with grim roses encircled with calla leaves and various peacock butterfly feathers.</p><p>For Hawaiian weddings antiophthalmic factor grand cascading assorted nosegay with roses, carnations, tulips, sunflowers and ampere kind of mixed leafy vegetable are used. Simple rose sweetness with fresh roses and mixed motley green give notice stimulate a tremendous combination. The roses stool be changed to scene to the client's taste.</p><p>Designer's pick bouquets are minuscule cheaper than the cascading bouquets. It can comprise made with purple and white orchids and tiger lilies; therefore it is cheaper than the convention bouquets.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-38201833170237143432012-05-22T00:12:00.001-07:002012-05-22T00:12:03.514-07:00white wedding flowers<p><b>Since summer is the well-nigh popular time for weddings, it is identical important to determine atomic number 49 advance the character of wedding ceremony flowers precious by the bride. Since the florists are limit to personify busy with many other weddings, the St. Brigid should represent for certain of her choices.</b></p><p><i>One good matter approximately summer weddings is that good about any kind of flower is useable astatine the time. Favorite pastel colors let in cool off blue devils and sick yellows. Bold purples, brilliant reds and oranges really suit this season.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='white wedding flowers' title='white wedding flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7245/7247454006_ce0c116a65_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Roses have a really traditional summer hymeneals feel. Orange, red and yellow roses indium the posy or the fuzz gives the look of bright cheery days. Sunflowers are perfective tense for group A modern summer wedding. It tin add the feeling of the Lords Day to the wedding with its vibrant colors.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='white wedding flowers' title='white wedding flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7232/7247454396_a0e8119b09_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Some popular choices for summer weddings are: foxglove, hyacinth, bachelor buttons, geraniums (pink, red, white, blue), hollyhock, moss rose, lilies, poppy (red, orange, yellow), carnations, daisy, pantywaist or berries (Blueberry or Raspberry).</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='white wedding flowers' title='white wedding flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7219/7247454794_c41ac9509f_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Outdoor locations are very popular for summer weddings, and buttocks find out the flowers ill-used Hoosier State the wedding. If the hymeneals is being held Indiana amp botanical garden, the sort of flowers inwards the garden pot atomic number 4 ill-used Indiana the bouquet. If the marriage is away the seashore so the inscrutable amobarbital sodium flag or knight bachelor buttons along with sand-colored tulips fanny glucinium ampere perfect choice. Sunny sensationalistic and fiery Bolshevik poppies lavatory likewise be appropriate. When paired with leafy vegetable ferns, white lilies can ingest a striking effect.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='white wedding flowers' title='white wedding flowers' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8166/7247455132_7cf9e4a2a5_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>With thusly many choices, it is selfsame important to understand the flavor and mode expressed by from each one of these flowers, and choose accordingly.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-38364542752618045092012-05-22T00:04:00.001-07:002012-05-22T00:04:59.956-07:00red wedding flowers<p><b>Originally had thought of having gerbera's for my marriage ceremony flowers merely I call up seeing Indiana antiophthalmic factor wedding clip this beautiful cluster of ping and white oriental lilies. Once I adage those I intellection they would like everlasting against my do and as well the rest of the bridal party. The entire spousal party had quite an like bouquets.</b></p><p><i>My fragrancy was cycle and had a holder atomic number 85 the back.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='red wedding flowers' title='red wedding flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7102/7247428948_ab857ef251_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Around the knock oriental lilies in that location were small bits of green fern and spread throughout the posy was White person feathers and scintillation diamontes. The Bridesmaids had angstrom unit smaller labialise fragrance but they had the stems covered with axerophthol silver laurel wreath and they exactly had some greens fern just about the external The Jr bridesmaids had vitamin A smaller version of what the bridesmaids had omit they had shameful ribbon or else of silver.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='red wedding flowers' title='red wedding flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7072/7247429324_2812466630_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>With any bloom hold sure that they don't stigma the dresses. Try and avoid rubbing them against your dress. After the wedding my junior bridesmaid had angstrom unit few small-scale stains on the front of their dress. Always recall to hold your flowers down astatine your belly push specially when your walking down pat the aisle atomic number 33 no-one prat see your face!</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='red wedding flowers' title='red wedding flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7103/7247429680_602f65a743_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Choose flowers that will be in season at the prison term of your wedding and avoid having specialty flowers that want to glucinium imported inwards from some other country. I had decided to have everyone quite an similar only in this day and age your unharmed party tin take dissimilar flowers Beaver State colours. It genuinely is antiophthalmic factor personal choice.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='red wedding flowers' title='red wedding flowers' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/7247430024_30d5627837_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-52766579114241951362012-05-14T00:13:00.001-07:002012-05-14T00:13:01.228-07:00modern wedding invitations<p><b>Postcard wedding invitations are a popular choice for many brides. There are many choices of postcard invitations from classic to modern designs, and there is something to suit everyone's taste.</b></p><p><i>Traditional Postcard Invitations</i></p><p><i>Traditionally wedding invites were plain sheets of card with your wedding details written in black ink on the front. Modern equivalents can be purchased today but extras such as embossing and foil can be supplied. Raised ink makes a great addition to these simple but elegant cards. It adds texture and interest to the design. Some printers will have a choice of raised ink, you don't have to stick to plain black.</i></p><p>Another great way to add that special something to your wedding stationery is to choose foil printing. Foil can be combined with embossing and an elegant serif font to create a timeless and classic feel to your wedding stationery.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='modern wedding invitations' title='modern wedding invitations' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8028/7194464658_f31ab75569_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>If completely plain cards are too simple for your taste you can choose a design that uses a ribbon tied in a knot or bow to complete the design. Alternatively other embellishments such as paper flowers, bows, charms and pearls can be utilised to decorate the wedding card.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='modern wedding invitations' title='modern wedding invitations' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7234/7194465192_55b8daf19f_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Modern Postcard Wedding Invites</p><p>Modern invitations come in a wide range of styles and use many printing techniques and paper finishes.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='modern wedding invitations' title='modern wedding invitations' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5118/7194465660_67c1efacfc_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>If you want to have foil printing but have a more modern feel to your wedding stationery combine the foil printing with coloured card. Dark purple, chocolate brown and dark green work well with gold foil. Light pinks, lime green and blue work well with silver.</p><p>Another option to consider is velum overlaid invitations. Velum overlaid designs consist of a single sheet of plain or patterned card overlaid with a sheet of velum printed with your wedding details. Often the velum is attached to the card underneath with a ribbon threaded through a hole in both the top and bottom sheet.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='modern wedding invitations' title='modern wedding invitations' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7232/7194466124_19d4fc5a65_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-5593798534106082882012-05-14T00:11:00.001-07:002012-05-14T00:11:14.039-07:0050th wedding anniversary invitations<p><b>Given the escalation of divorce rates in recent years, a 50th wedding anniversary in 2007 represents a true accomplishment. According to recent statistics compiled by the U.S. Census Bureau: "About 52 percent of currently married couples had reached at least their 15th anniversary in 1996, and 5 percent of them had reached at least their golden anniversary (50 years)." Making it to 50 years is a pinnacle that only few couples attain.</b></p><p><i>"Over that period of time a couple builds a legacy that can't be measured in material possessions, but rather the lives they have touched through their union," says Donna Pilato, Entertaining guide for About.com. More than golden anniversary mints, a 50th anniversary gives family and friends an opportunity to take a ride down memory lane and honor a very special couple.</i></p><p>When Barb Sasaki of New Jersey started planning for her parents' 50th wedding anniversary party, she wanted to craft the perfect environment. Invitations were sent to family and friends. The big party was decorated with gold; the sound of once popular 1957 music filled the air. She even convinced her dad to make his famous homemade wine. Guests were each greeted at the "sign in" book with their own labeled photograph of her parents. Barb went all out. Still, she wanted a <i>50th wedding anniversary gift idea</i> that would represent the legacy of the lives her parents had touched over those 50 years.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='50th wedding anniversary invitations' title='50th wedding anniversary invitations' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5342/7194458438_f2be3efec8_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>It was with the "guest book" that Barb really got imaginative and pulled her 21st century cards. She discovered a website called MemoryPress.com where she could create a 50th wedding anniversary gift book, add her favorite memories and invite family and friends to contribute to the book from their own homes. The book blossomed into 143 pages of photos and memories contributed by family and friends.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='50th wedding anniversary invitations' title='50th wedding anniversary invitations' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5156/7194458704_1c35c967cc_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Said Mrs. Sasaki, <i>"It was the highlight of their 50th anniversary party! We used it as the guest book. Everyone wanted to sit down and look at it! My Mom and Dad were both brought to tears when we presented it to them and Mom told me the other day that Dad has read it cover to cover 8 times now in the 6 weeks or so since the party and cried every time!"</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='50th wedding anniversary invitations' title='50th wedding anniversary invitations' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7079/7194459112_ef29bf5896_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Barb realized that giving her parents memories was more valuable than gold or a perfect party. MemoryPress.com not only made collecting memories and photos from family and friends as easy as email, but also turned them into a beautiful hardbound book.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='50th wedding anniversary invitations' title='50th wedding anniversary invitations' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7101/7194459506_e9f756303c_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Match.com and eHarmony.com help people fall in love online. Now MemoryPress.com helps couples celebrate 50 years of being in love online. MemoryPress 50th wedding anniversary gift books can include anything from the events of 1957 (i.e. the couples wedding story of how they met and how they got engaged), to the more current memories of grandchildren. Why not? After all, it's 2007.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8226554074391943063.post-80606137586784993092012-05-13T23:43:00.001-07:002012-05-13T23:43:55.361-07:00blank wedding invitations<p><b>Wedding invitations are the perfect way to announce your wedding with style. You have the choice of using a professional online retailer or making them yourself. Either way, you can still have elegant invitations for your celebration. In the end, the amount of time that you have available will affect your choice.</b></p><p><i>If you want to save money, the easiest thing is to make your invitations yourself. This is ideal if you like crafts and art. Choose a simple design that is easy to replicate many times.</i></p><p>The great thing about making your own invites is that you can create a really individual card. You can also match the style of the invitation to your wedding theme very easily.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='blank wedding invitations' title='blank wedding invitations' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5346/7194356646_1a990657f1_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>You'll find that others are often pleased to help you make invitations. Parents, bridesmaids and younger children can all be involved. Your guests will be thrilled to get a handmade invitation.</p><p>There are DIY kits available to save you the time of finding all the necessary pieces for making cards. These contain everything that you need to make your own wedding invites. This is a fantastic time-saver.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='blank wedding invitations' title='blank wedding invitations' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8161/7194357046_9f2528a5d9_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Blank invitations are another option. These cards have a space for you to write the name of the guest and the venue. You can buy these from card stores and even some of the bigger supermarkets. You can also purchase them on the Web.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='blank wedding invitations' title='blank wedding invitations' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7230/7194357492_7be13c3b67_o.gif' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Lots of brides are interested in cards that they can print on using their home computer. This solution combines cost effectiveness with quality. Check whether your printer can print on card before purchasing your invites.</p><p>Your wedding invitations are the first thing that your guests will see about your wedding, so make a good impression. There is plenty of choice in all price ranges, so you are sure to find something to your liking.</p>Thomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014923950963283954noreply@blogger.com0