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Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2010-07-28T10:08:00.002-04:00

Wedding Ring Box Place Settings

2010-07-27T09:29:00.003-04:00

The Ring Box Wedding Place Card is an Adorable Way to Kick Off Dinner. These awesome place cards come in the shape of wedding boxes, placing your guest’s name plates inside. This luxurious item will make all your guests feel extra special while getting into the wedding vibe.

Allowing the attendees to get a feel for that proposal moment, the Ring Box Wedding Place Card may even have them yearning for their own special day.

I'm absolutely charmed with this idea of using ring boxes as place card holders from Nonpareil Magazine that was used in a To Catch a Thief-inspired wedding. It's quite appropriate for weddings or engagement parties because the bride's two-carat Tiffany is always a focal point.

Depending on the size of your wedding, this design element could become a bit pricey though. So maybe it's best for an engagement dinner party or a bridal shower luncheon.

Snow Cone Buffet

2010-07-08T07:00:00.000-04:00

We have seen many trends with all kinds of Candy to Cookie Stations. How fun would it be to have a Snow Cone Station. We all know how hot it can get in North Carolina during the summer so this would be a wonderful fun option for your wedding guests especially if you are having an outdoor wedding. The fanciful quality of this buffet will instill childlike anticipation in every guest.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2010-07-07T08:53:00.001-04:00

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Tiffany iPhone App

2010-07-06T07:34:00.001-04:00

The new Tiffany iPhone app is designed to aid future brides and grooms with their ring shopping. The app has gendered qualities which aim to help out both the clueless men and the ring-crazy women. For the men, the Tiffany iPhone app will show rings in their actual size, so they’re more likely to compare the on-screen rings with their partners.

The app boasts 44 engagement rings to scroll through, most likely while drooling heavily. From the Classic Solitaire to the blinged-out Legacy Collection, this app helps you hand-pick your ideal bling, from carat size to setting. You can even look through a mélange of matching wedding bands (for her only), if you want to kill two birds and see what the whole shebang will look like once the knot is tied.

The “ring sizer” aims to simplify ring sizing by stealing one of her rings, placing it on the screen and waiting for the correct ring size to pop up! For the woman, the Tiffany iPhone app makes designing the perfect ring simple, all through the iPhone app.

Black Beauty

2010-07-05T08:49:00.000-04:00

Oscar de la Renta’s Bridal Spring 2011 line is breath of fresh air amidst all flirty white weddings gowns we’re so accustomed to seeing. Moving away from the traditional color of white, Oscar de la Renta makes a statement with his dark wedding gown.

The black wedding dress is absolutely gorgeous from the bodice to the hemline. Adorned with little white butterflies all over the bust, the entire frock seems to draw inspiration from nature at night. Any bride would certainly stand out on their special day strutting down the aisle in this morbid yet beautiful gown.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2010-06-16T07:26:00.000-04:00

Personalized Wedding Glasses for your Bridal Party

2010-05-28T08:28:00.001-04:00

These personalized wine glasses are such a creative way to give a memorable toast at your wedding, and the custom martini glasses couldn’t be more perfect for a bridal shower! FizzyArtist creates personalized wine glasses based on the photographs customers send her, then she uses them as inspiration to paint custom cartoons of wedding party members. She can also create custom martini and water glasses, all sold in sets of 10.

Glasses can be personalized to match their hair color, skin color, dress color, and their name can go on the base of the stem. You can also include the wedding colors and wedding date for that custom touch!

Barnyard Bridal Fashion

2010-05-27T08:09:00.001-04:00

The latest photoshoot for the Vogue Nippon March 2010 issue does an incredible job of mixing purity and sex appeal to create a bride-inspired spread.

Model Anja Rubik shows off short and sexy dresses, fur coats and full-on tulle wedding gowns. The seductive beauty works a veil and short gloves with almost every outfit in front of the rolling hills and haystacks—even an innocent little lamb shows up in the shots. Check out the hot shoot in the Vogue Nippon March 2010 issue below.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2010-05-26T08:06:00.001-04:00

Romantic Ruffles

2010-05-25T07:48:00.001-04:00

The ASOS Black Spring 2010 collection is so quaint, it makes me want to throw a tea or garden party ASAP. Its frilly ruffles and pretty pink fabrics simply squeal sophisticated girliness. These frocks are perfect for the wedding season.

“I Do” Finger Scribbles

2010-05-24T08:06:00.000-04:00

Wedding ring tattoos are a great alternative for people prone to losing jewelry. I guess they’d be a stellar idea for superstitious people who believe letting your ring drop, or forgetting to put it on when you go out, signifies bad luck too.

These wedding ring tattoos range from inked patterns around the base of ring fingers to wedding date numerals. They also include designs meant to compliment traditional wedding bands on fingers, like the “I do” and “Ditto” commentary inked on one couple’s fingers in the gallery.

These pictures of wedding ring tattoos are only a small sampling of what’s out there, but they’re a pretty innovative look into this symbol of love. Even Beyonce and Jay Z did it!

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2010-04-20T22:20:00.002-04:00

You are invited "After the Engagement...."Bridal Fete

2010-04-20T07:35:00.002-04:00

A-Ward Winning Weddings & Events will be hosting our first bridal show of the season and we are super excited..

Lake norman Bridal Show “After the Engagement…now what?”
Are you planning your wedding and don’t know where to begin? Feeling a little overwhelmed by your wedding to-do list?

Attending a bridal show is the best place for the busy bride to get started. A-Ward Winning Weddings & Events will host their first Bridal Show of the season on Sunday, April 25th from 2-5 p.m. at the Holiday Express, 130 Norman Station Blvd., Mooresville, NC.

Brides will have the opportunity to meet with Lake Norman’s most sought after vendors, find the dress of their dreams, and SEE photographers' work, sample wedding cake & food from top of the line caterer and many others. Having local vendors under one roof will save the bride valuable time and money.

Admission is Free, and there will be plenty of Give-A-ways. guest can pre-register at http://aftertheengagement.eventbrite.com/

Additional information visit http://www.a-wardwinningweddings.info/

Wedding Wreck Wednesday

2010-03-31T07:10:00.000-04:00

Ribbon Cutting

2010-03-29T07:42:00.000-04:00

A-Ward Winning Weddings & Events Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2010-03-24T07:31:00.000-04:00

SatinSakks

2010-03-04T07:37:00.000-05:00

Are you looking for the perfect gift for your Bridesmaids and Flower Girls? Purchase SatinSakks, a gift that will last forever. My dear friend Candace Laury designed this product after years of trying to find the perfect wrap to keep her braids looking just as great at 8 weeks as they did at week one.

SatinSakks is an comfortable, attractive hair wrap that is made of the same satin as smooth satin sheets or luxurious satin pajamas. This luxury wrap allows your hair to move freely and reduce hair breakage. Perfect for Locks, Braids, Natural and Relaxed hair. SatinSakks is also available for men and children . They are available in a variety of colors. I know I spend hours braiding my girls hair (who happen to appear on her website), and slip the SatinSakks on before bed and it last for weeks. I was so excited after wearing my SatinSakks the first morning to awake and still had the SatinSakks snug as a rug on my head and not under my pillow case.

Everyone loves to be pampared, so why not pamper your hair?

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2010-03-03T07:40:00.001-05:00

Guest loves Goodies!

2010-03-02T07:31:00.001-05:00

I’m loving these goody-packed gift boxes to welcome out-of-town guests! These fun and affordable packages from Goodies for Guests come with a variety of mini-snacks that are sure to make visiting guests feel right at home and in the mood for some wedding festivities. But what I love most is that they can be personalized to fit in with any theme. They’re totally adorable but also entirely practical. Great DIY project if you have the time.

White Sugar

2010-02-04T07:31:00.000-05:00

While being stuck in the house with restless kids from the snow, I came across this

amazing all white dessert bar designed by Lollipop Events & Designs. This is such a yummy and elegant design. The individual tags with ribbon tied the whole design together. There are so many yummy things such as: cupcakes, sugar-dusted doughnuts, yogurt pretzels, etc.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2010-02-03T08:18:00.002-05:00

Seasons of Love Contest

2010-02-01T07:57:00.001-05:00

Exciting News! I wanted to let you know that A-Ward Winning Weddings & Events is giving away a month-of-wedding coordinate package to one lucky couple, building up to Valentine’s Day Weekend, known as the Seasons of Love Contest.

Do you have a love story you don't mind sharing with thousands readers?

The criteria will be based on your ability to describe your romantic proposal and how you envision your romantic wedding day.

Entry Information: To enter, email rechelle@a-wardwinningevents.info with the following information, which must be received no later than February 12, 2010:

1. Bride Name and Contact Information
2. Groom Name and Contact Information
3. Wedding Date and Wedding Location
4. Describe your romantic proposal: (limit 300 words)
5. Describe how you envision your romantic wedding day: (limit 300 words)

We will be selecting our Seasons of Love Contest brides during Valentine’s Day weekend.
Lucky winner will be announced on February 14, 2010 on http://www.a-wardwinningevents.blogspot.com/

Spread the Word……Good luck to you all!

For additional details, please visit http://www.a-wardwinningweddings.info/

"You don't marry someone you can live with - you marry the person who you cannot live without."-Unknown

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!!

2010-01-20T08:38:00.000-05:00

Bacon Explosion

2010-01-19T07:18:00.003-05:00

Is it me or is there bacon everywhere? Bacon is apparently a growing trend. I have seen everything from Bacon Martinis to Bacon Ice Cream. Now those are a little over the top for me, however I am willing to try these tasty Maple and Bacon cookies.

The smoky profile of bacon against the sweetness of maple seems delicious, and not in an off-putting, ironic sort of way. (If you like your pancakes stacked with bacon and smothered in maple syrup, the pairing is a no-brainer.)

I recommend 410 Degrees to any bride looking for delectable welcome basket fillers or wedding favors. Additionally, it would be a surprising and scrumptious addition to a dessert table or for a brunch-time reception (if you want, company owner Adam Koven will work with you on customizing the packaging). For those still wary of meat in their sweets, 410 Degrees also offers a line of signature cookies that ranges from the conventional (maple-oatmeal and PB Overload) to the more daring (lemon-basil and cinnamon roll), and additionally offers the option to create your own Frankencookie. (Coconut cookie dough with dried pineapple chunks and Caramelo candy bits is on my wish list of combinations to try—might be that tropical honeymoon I'm dreaming about right now). All available online for $24 per dozen, plus shipping and handling.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2010

2010-01-18T08:17:00.000-05:00

In honor of the Reverand Martin Luther King, I wanted to share a few photos of this amazing couple.

Martin and Coretta were married on June 18, 1953 on the lawn of her parents' home in Marion, Alabama. Martin's father, the Reverend King, Sr., performed the wedding ceremony. Mrs. Edythe Bagley, Coretta's sister, was maid of honor. Reverend A.D. King, Martin's brother, was best man.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-12-30T07:58:00.000-05:00

Congratulations on your Engagement..now what?

2009-12-28T07:57:00.001-05:00

After sharing the news of your engagement with both your parents, make sure you call your insurance company to insure your ring.

Question to ask when choosing a policy:

Is the ring covered if you lose it accidentally, or only if it's stolen?

How will the company replace the ring -- with a check? Or will they require you to purchase a replacement through a specified jeweler?

What if it's a vintage ring or other unique piece? How will the quality and size of your diamond -- and that of a replacement if needed -- be documented?

Is the ring insured to full cost or a fraction of it?

How will you need to prove the ring vanished if you make a claim?

Are there any circumstances that aren't covered? (What if your ring flies off at the circus and gets trampled by elephants, for example?)

Putting a policy on your engagement ring may sound unromantic, but nothing's sweeter than peace of mind.

Add sparkle and make your life brighter

2009-12-17T07:35:00.000-05:00

These festive mini sparkling ciders from Beau-Coup can be personalized with custom labels, Now in four delicious flavors, a crisp classic apple cider, a mulled apple pie cider, a refreshing peach cider and a juicy pear cider that's as satisfying as biting into a pear.

You could even hand them out during cocktail hour for a nonalcoholic (yet still celebratory) alternative to champagne. Also greatThey're $60 for a case of 24 bottles. Visit Beau-Coup's website for more information or to order.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-12-16T07:28:00.000-05:00

Black Magic

2009-12-14T08:35:00.001-05:00

Diamonds are definitely forever, but if you are looking for a modern edge in your wedding jewelry, try black diamonds. Black diamonds share many of the positive qualities of a clear white diamond. They are extremely hard stones, which makes diamonds an excellent choice for an engagement ring as there is little danger of the diamond chipping, becoming discolored, or generally showing wear. A black diamond also has some of the inner fire that is found in clear white diamonds. It may sound strange, but even very small black diamonds will reflect the light and these sparkle and shine when light hits the facets.

For the "Little" People in your Wedding

2009-12-03T07:44:00.004-05:00

If you are including young children in your wedding, did you do anything special to ask your ring bearer(s) and/or flower girl(s)?

I found these cute books on Amazon and think they would be perfect for your littlest attendants. I think that the books will prepare them for their responsibilities and will make a nice memento.

Amazon

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-12-02T07:33:00.000-05:00

Diamonds are a "Princess" best friend

2009-12-01T07:55:00.000-05:00

What fairytale wedding wouldn’t be complete with a Disney diamond ring?

Clothing designer Kirstie Kelly, who launched a line of Disney character-inspired wedding gowns and bridesmaid and flower girl dresses a few years ago, has added a line of diamond engagement and wedding rings to the collection.

Kelly unveiled six rings with matching wedding bands, under the label “Kirstie Kelly for Disney by Mouawad,” as part of Bridal Fashion Week.

Each ring design, like the gowns, is inspired by one of six Disney princesses including Cinderella, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Princess Jasmine from “Aladdin,” Ariel from “The Little Mermaid,” and Belle from “Beauty and the Beast.”

“It’s different, in the sense that there’s a story behind each princess,” Kelly told the National Jeweler.

The sparklers retail for $1,200 to $6,000.

Candy for the Grown & Sexy

2009-11-30T07:56:00.000-05:00

Want to serve something more unique than a specialty cocktail at your wedding? Try liquor lollipops. A Thyme to Cook Catering & Special Events, in North Stonington, CT, recently won the "Most In Mixology" award at the International Catering Association's CATIE Awards Gala in Las Vegasnovative with their "Shooting Stars" liquor lollipops.

The treats are made just like regular lollipops, except they're infused with liquor, like Goldschlager, Chambord, Grand Marnier, and Midori. "Our latest trial was a 'Tequila Sunrise' lollipop with really pretty red and orange tones," says Gina Barber, the company's senior event coordinator. "We can present them in different ways—as a take-away, passed around after dinner as a surprise, or on display at the cocktail hour in a specially-built ' lollipop tree'."

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-11-25T07:32:00.001-05:00

Ditch the Cake in Favor of Pie

2009-11-24T07:11:00.000-05:00

For centuries, it has been a tradition to have at least one cake at a wedding, and for those die-hard traditionalists, no wedding without a groom’s cake will do. Many couples don’t care for cake at all, but get them to appease guests, to have in the wedding photos, or just for the sake of having a cake. For those who prefer not to have a cake at their wedding, you now have many alternatives, including the wedding pie.

Wedding pies are a fabulous option because they are versatile and inexpensive. You can have a wedding pie display that would envy any tiered wedding cake, and the flavor, texture, and style choices are endless. There is a pie for everyone and every style: vegan pies, fruit filled, cream, meringue, crumb, silk, chocolate, and so many more.

You can have several cream-topped pies that are decorated with rosettes, flowers that coordinate with your wedding colors, fancy piped swirls or your initials, and you can even top one of your pies with a bride and groom statue. Pieces of pie crust can be made into special shapes or initials as well. You can also have meringue and cream pies topped with pieces of gold leaf or gold dust for a glamorous touch. Weddings should be about personalization and celebrating the new couple’s life together, so don’t be stuck serving cake when you’d rather have pie!

One Necklace Five Ways

2009-11-23T06:51:00.000-05:00

While you might wear your wedding dress only once, your wedding-day jewelry will probably have a much more permanent place in your wardrobe. That's why I love this necklace from Victoria Sdoukos Couture Jewels.

The necklace can be worn in five different stylish combinations (check out photos of a few options at Victoria's photostream on flickr) that make the necklace a versatile addition to your newlywed wardrobe. "Pieces of this line should be treasured by being worn, not hidden in a jewelry box," says the designer, who opened Boutique Victoria, a luxury bridal shop, in Chicago in 2005.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-11-18T07:24:00.001-05:00

Purse Envy

2009-11-17T07:44:00.001-05:00

Your favorite girls deserve the best in bridesmaid gifts, and even better, something your maids can use again after the wedding. Deux Lux has created this glittery wallet/clutch in a rainbow of colors (11 to be exact) so you can get one in each girl's favorite hue or one that matches the bridesmaid dresses or a neutral that's sure to go with pretty much everything in their wardrobe.

The 3" x 7" wallet/clutch has card slots, a zipper compartment, a snap closure and is available for $30 on the Deux Lux Web site.

Little White Dress

2009-11-16T07:49:00.000-05:00

In ready to wear, everyone knows they need a LBD (little black dress), well now in bridal with all the events one must attend—rehearsal dinner, reception, honeymoon, etc., all brides need a little white dress. Jessica Ciarla has created the most darling collection of white cocktail dresses to help you make it through the week of events. In her new Alice Collection for Ciarla, you're sure to find the perfect rehearsal dress (or reception dancing dress). With rosettes, ruffles, illusion necklines—these dresses are adorable!! She also has some very sweet bridesmaid dresses. Check out her site at ciarla.com.

...and....ACTION!

2009-11-10T07:16:00.001-05:00

Wedding Movie trailers are a neat way to post online with some teasers with out having to sit through the whole thing while they wait till the full footage is ready.

Ray Roman Films

Smoochies

2009-11-06T07:29:00.000-05:00

Remember how fun it was to roast s'mores during childhood camping trips? Now you can replicate that delicious taste (campfire not included) with these S'more Smoochies. Available in several different flavors, each "Smoochie" is covered with the topping of your choice, marshmallows and chocolate—to warm them up, you just pop them in the microwave for a minute or so. They'd make a fun shower dessert or wedding favor (you can order custom treats in your wedding colors). Recieve 15% of purchase if you order before November 21st.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-11-04T08:04:00.001-05:00

Ribbons in the Sky

2009-11-03T07:44:00.000-05:00

I think weddings that use long, colorful, flowy ribbons hanging from trees, chairs, lights, and so on, are just fabulous. Ribbons are super versatile since it comes in any color, width and length you need in order to match your wedding colors. Ribbons - they are so simple, flowing and fun. A beautiful accent to your day!

Will you be my Bridesmaid?

2009-10-29T06:51:00.001-04:00

Asking a friend or relative to be your bridesmaid is your way of saying you love and value them. Ask this question with a gift they will be delighted to have, a beautiful necklace.

You would present her with a note and this necklace. When she says yes, you can tie the necklace around her neck as she makes a wish. When it falls off, her wish should come true! Not only are you honoring her with including her in your bridal party, but also (like a genie) granting her wish!

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!!!

2009-10-28T06:59:00.000-04:00

Alternative Wedding Cakes

Unity Cross

2009-10-26T07:53:00.000-04:00

The Unity Cross is a multi-piece sculpture that the bride and the groom assemble during the ceremony service. The Unity Cross is hand crafted of Wood and Stone Resin; it stands 14 inches tall and comes with a brushed Brass plate for engraving. There is also a hidden drawer in the base with a scroll of scriptures for your wedding. Once the ceremony is over with they take it home and display the unity cross in their home and show the covenant they made.

The first piece of the cross is what resembles the man. It’s the outer cross, it’s open in the middle, it’s bold, and it’s strong. The cross that resembles the bride is very intricately made, and it’s very feminine looking.

During the wedding service, whenever the pastor or person officiating the wedding starts talking about how God created man bold and strong, the groom will pick up his piece of the cross, and then he talks about how God created woman. They pick up her piece of the cross, and she inserts her piece into the middle of the man’s cross, which completes the sculpture. And then two become one. Then it’s locked together with three brass pegs and once those pegs are inserted, the pastor will say, “What God has put together let no man take apart.” And that really completes the service!

Compensate For Shorter Daylight With A Sparkling Pumpkin Cocktail

2009-10-23T08:07:00.001-04:00

While you’re contemplating goodies for Trick-or-Treating or a special Thanksgiving menu, how about a grown-up treat? Grey Goose vodka has mixed up two special cocktails for deserving hosts, hostesses and their guests.

Falling Leaf Fizz

There’s no leaf, but plenty of fizz as pear, pumpkin and an apple chip unite in a true expression of fall.

Ingredients Per Cocktail

1 part Grey Goose La Poire (pear-
flavored vodka)
1 heaping teaspoon pumpkin
butter
Pinch of pumpkin pie spice
Dash of simple syrup
4 parts of sparkling wine
Garnish: dried apple chip

Preparation

Place vodka, pumpkin butter, spice and syrup in the bottom of a Champagne glass. Stir well.
Top with sparkling wine and garnish.

If you like pumpkin, mix up a Falling Leaf Fizz. The beautiful orange color is perfect for Fall.

Not your traditional wedding album

2009-10-22T07:00:00.001-04:00

When you get those incredible wedding photos back, you want to preserve and display them in the right way. It is really important to create a story time line of your wedding day. Be sure to include your dressing room photos, photos with family, parts of the ceremony reception, and plenty of the Bride and Groom after the ceremony.

Wedding album or story books come in several different styles. You can choice from a coffee book table, magazine style, wrap around cover jackets, high quality leather and stitching.

Besides your own momento your album can make great gifts or even events accessories. You can also have the option to make matching books that are smaller than a coffee table book to give out to your parents, close family members, and bridesmaids. Preserve your memories in a style of your own.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!!!

2009-10-21T07:08:00.000-04:00

Have your Cake & eat it too!

2009-10-20T07:21:00.002-04:00

Now your guests can have their cake and eat it, too—in mini chocolate form! Founded by a former celebrity stylist, The Little Candy Cake Company handcrafts miniature wedding cake-shaped chocolate favors that are as adorable as they are delicious. The elegant little treats are available in solid milk or white chocolate, and founder/chief cake designer Lucinda Sierra can custom-decorate them with beautiful hand-sculpted fondant flowers, seashells, fruit, ribbons and anything else you can envision in your personal wedding colors. Perfect for Weddings, Sweet Sixteens, Bridal & Wedding Showers, or even Bridesmaids gifts. Sweet!

Wedding Wreck Wednesday

2009-10-07T07:51:00.000-04:00

For the Eco Friendly & Multi-functional Bride

2009-10-06T07:48:00.001-04:00

The gowns in the Morgan Boszilkov Natural Bridal Collection stand apart from other wedding dresses I’ve seen for two primary reasons: they’re eco-friendly and multifunctional. The two designs I’ve featured below are made of a hemp and silk blend; they also feature detachable tiers that allow eco-savvy brides to wear their wedding dresses again.

Each dress in the Morgan Boszilkov Natural Bridal Collection is made to order, so eco brides can have the same couture experience as they would at a traditional bridal boutique while staying true to their eco sensibilities.

Map Quest

2009-10-05T08:18:00.000-04:00

For the globe-trotting bride and groom, I think the “Global Love” wedding theme is really vintage and cute! Thus, the inspiration for this new post …luv the colors!

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!!!

2009-09-30T07:38:00.000-04:00

Unique Wedding Venues

2009-09-29T07:47:00.003-04:00

Couples are becoming more and more creative when it comes to incorporating their hobbies and personal interests into their wedding ceremony. Traditional weddings are becoming a thing of the past, and if you are looking for a unique place to say “I do”, here are five inspiring ideas for your outdoor wedding ceremony:

In a Garden – I can’t think of a more elegant, eco-friendly, and affordable location to host your outdoor wedding! You may even have a backyard garden that— with a little pruning— could be a beautiful backdrop for your special ceremony. Make it even more unique by adding an arbor, gazebo, or canopy—and utilize archways, flowerbeds, and green space to enhance your wedding setting!

In a Tree House – If you are looking to take the cake with the most memorable location for your wedding ceremony, have you considered a tree house? Yes, I am serious!
For all you tree huggers out there, take a look at this amazing little tree-house located in Washington, designed by Seattle-based tree-house building specialist, Pete Nelson.

On a Bridge – Whether above or below, a covered bridge is a beautiful spot to host your wedding ceremony. If you are in an area threatened by inclement weather, arrange to have your ceremony below the arch which would create a stunning setting for your wedding photos.

At the ZOO – Are you an animal lover who wants to offer your guests an exceptionally memorable experience? Consider having your ceremony at your local zoo!
As an added bonus, you will increase your guest list instantaneously at no additional cost! Lions, tigers, and bears…Oh my!

On a Cliff – Imagine looking off into the distance at an endless ocean with a magnificent skyline, while listening to the sound of waves crashing onto the coastal cliff. Cliffside weddings are becoming more popular for destination brides, especially for the breathtaking views and virtually no décor necessary!

Now if you are ultra-adventurous, you can always opt to get married 30 feet under water off the coast of Hawaii, or while sky diving in Atlanta from 14,000 feet in the air, or consider taking the plunge by exchanging “I Do’s” while bungee jumping from a sky-high tower in Las Vegas!

Talk about taking a leap of faith into your new life together…!

It's 5 o'clock somewhere!

2009-09-25T07:30:00.001-04:00

Since it is Friday and all, thought I’d send you off in to the weekend with some pretty cocktails to enjoy… even if it’s just virtually!

Want to take the next step and actually try some of these out? It’s your lucky day – here are the recipe links:Triple Shot Espresso Martini, Long-stemmed Rose, orange-flavored Bronx Cocktail, and Saketini with super-cool cucumber garnish!

Have a great weekend!

Not Just a Mint, A Memory

2009-09-24T07:06:00.001-04:00

These save the date mint tins are very popular - a fun and unique alternative to the traditional save the date invitations. Personalized save the date mint tins are printed with date, location and information about the upcoming wedding.

The Mint Box perfect party favor for any special event from Weddings , Birth Announcements , Bridal Shower Chocolate Bars,Baby Showers Mint Tins, Sweet 16 Party Favors and Birthday Chocolate Bars for parties of young or old to Birthday Mint tins. These are party favors that will live on long after your special event is a mere memory. A variety of mints, gourmet chocolate bars and candies to choose from that everyone will enjoy

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-09-23T07:41:00.000-04:00

9 Couples Pay 99 Cents to Wed on 9/9/09

Old School Swagger!

2009-09-22T07:21:00.000-04:00

Having a vintage-inspired wedding is a great way to add some style without adding a lot of cost. 1920’s weddings has been hot this year.

Especially look for brides wearing birdcage veils and fascinators. The feathery charms that perch on your head. They look both vintage and modern, whimsical and classic, all at the same time.

From dresses to rings, brides are revisiting the past for style inspiration. For wedding gowns, that means delicate fabrics like chiffon and tiers of tulle, along with bygone embellishments such as beaded straps, keyhole halters, and lace sleeves. For rings, the hot style for '09 is something vintage. Whether it's simply an antique-style band or a real antique (think your great-grandmother's diamond), what's old is definitely new again.

Cake Monkey

2009-09-17T07:37:00.002-04:00

I believe that there’s always an occasion to eat cake and with that in mind, Cake Monkey offers custom designed cakes, dessert tables and unique party favors for Weddings, Sweet 16s, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Showers, Premieres and many other types of events, all prepared with our modern and sophisticated twist.

Like your cakes teeny-tiny and totally delicious? Then go bananas with Los Angeles-based Cake Monkey, a bakery specializing in gourmet versions of your favorite childhood snacks.

Oatmeal cream pie sandwich cookies come filled with maple vanilla buttercream, while Ho Ho-esque black-and-white cakewiches include Valrhona Crunchy Pearls.

Or skip the childhood nostalgia and go straight for the pecan dacquoise. Hand them out in their tinfoil wrapping or as boxed party favors.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-09-16T06:56:00.000-04:00

Create a Plate!

2009-09-15T06:49:00.000-04:00

PicPlates prints full-color digital photos on high-quality plastic plates to offer a personalized element at weddings, bridal and baby showers, corporate gatherings and other special events.

The plates, which are made of a custom blend of FDA-approved plastic resins, are 100 percent recyclable and can be hand-washed and re-used, the manufacturer says.

Orders generally ship within seven to 10 working days; the minimum order is 25 plates.

Your Cookies, Your Way in 2 minutes!

2009-09-14T06:42:00.001-04:00

Mix-ins have been a staple in many ice cream shops for years already, allowing customers near infinite possibilities in designing their own creamy confection. Now bringing comparable potential to the world of cookies is Toronto's Sweet Flour Bake Shop, which lets patrons design their own baked treats and eat them fresh from the oven just two minutes later.

More than 15,000 possible combinations face Sweet Flour customers, who begin by choosing the cookie dough base they'd like: original, peanut butter or oatmeal. From there they can choose from among more than 20 mix-ins, including chocolate chunks, dried blueberries and toffee pieces. Little patience is required after that, for Sweet Flour's baking process requires only two minutes before the customised goodies are ready to devour. Cookies are CDN 2.50 each, or CDN 19 by the dozen. Also available at Sweet Flour are customised muffin tops, cookie sandwiches and a signature homemade granola with mix-ins and fresh fruit.

It's Not Your Mother's Mother of the Bride Dress

2009-09-11T07:09:00.009-04:00

When it comes time to look for mother of the bride dresses, it can be very emotional. Your little girl has grown up and is ready to start her new life and you have to hold your head up, no matter how hard it may be to let go.

We are so used to being conscious about our age that tend to go out there and pick up a dress in accordance to what people belonging to the same age group wear. Why? Age is the condition of the mind and not anything else. Yes, the body does have its own wear and tear capacity that cannot be ignored, but mentally, aging is only a state of mind. So as mother of the bride you can go out there and wear what best suits you and adds to your grace and beauty. Obviously, wearing what a teenage wears would never make you comfortable, but wearing what someone ten and twenty years older than you wears is not a need.

Today’s mothers are smart, dynamic and she does definitely look younger than she used to be. In fact even in her late forties and fifties, she has that charm that could floor many roving eyes. This is all because the woman of today knows how to pamper herself.

While as mother of the bride, you are aware that your daughter is in the spotlight, yet you do share some of the brightness of this light. So what you wear and how you look does matter immensely on this big day. In fact you will be in the focus as you greet and meet the guests who attend the wedding to bless the bride and her groom.

Soaps as Centerpieces

2009-09-10T06:43:00.000-04:00

Luxe soap company Gianna Rose is creating a whole new way to decorate your wedding. For budget centerpieces that have multiple uses, pick up one of their soap-filled Apothecary jars. Choose between jars filled with robin's egg-shaped soaps, seashell soaps or flower soaps to fit the theme of your big day.

There are perfect centerpieces for your bridal shower as well, and they can be taken home as prizes for lucky guest to win from the games you play.Prices range from $25-$48.

Tatertinis

2009-09-09T06:18:00.000-04:00

Get your guests involved by serving a Potato Martini Bar. This is a great interactive idea for a intimate setting with close friends, or at a wedding reception for 200. Here is what you will need to make it a success!

Mashed Potatoes
Gravy
Sour Cream/Butter
Shredded Cheese
Sauteed Mushrooms
Steamed Broccoli
Steamed Asparagus
Corn
Olives
Ham
Popcorn Chicken
Martini Glasses

Just layer the ingredients as you like and we guarantee your guests will be coming back for more!

Flowers in a Box?

2009-09-04T06:52:00.000-04:00

FiftyFlowers shares a money saving way to get your wedding day flowers - have them delivered, ready for the wedding day, in a box!

FiftyFlowers, an affordable and convenient option for all of your wedding flowers, from the bouquets to the centerpieces. The new hot product in wedding flowers is from FiftyFlowers.com. And it is wedding flowers in a box. Your wedding flowers arrive to you in a box ready to go, and you can choose from several different types of flowers, including roses, star of Bethlehem, hydrangea, calla lilies, sunflowers, garden mix, gerber daisies, mini calla lilies, it's almost endless. There's an option for everybody.

You have the traditional antique, which is the hydrangea look, then you have the modern sleek look which is the red roses, or you can have the garden fresh, which is as if you went into your grandmother’s garden and created your own bouquet. Each piece is hand designed for you, it's not as though these are pre-made by machine, we hand make everything with top designers in our design studio. We've taken extra care to add in a toss bouquet, because most brides want to keep their bouquet and preserve it, so with the toss bouquet you have no problem, you just toss it away. We also have the petite hand tied, which is for a junior bridesmaid or for your mother to carry down the aisle. It is a hot trend this year.

Wedding Flowers in a Box comes in 9 different wedding packs. You can get as small as 3 pieces to 40 pieces, and the pieces that come in the pack are your bridal bouquet, your bridesmaid bouquet, your maid of honor bouquet, your table centerpiece, you have every type of flower piece you'd want for your wedding.

This is a great deal for a bride on a budget, because you're getting top quality, hand designed product for a fraction of the cost from the local florist. The great thing about Wedding Flowers in a Box is that you can order all of the pieces that you need for your wedding, you unpack them, put them in water, and you're ready to walk down the aisle.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-08-19T07:30:00.000-04:00

Wedding Gowns made from Toliet Tissue. Not too bad!

Let them eat Cheesecake!

2009-08-18T12:19:00.008-04:00

You gotta love this idea: Cheesecake Wedding Cake. Available in different flavors, cheesecakes can be frosted with cream cheese icing (to look more like a traditional wedding cake) or left plain and decorated with fresh fruit or fowers. Yum!

Be A Princess Bride With Disney Gowns!

2009-07-24T06:46:00.000-04:00

Every girl dreams of her wedding day, when she will look and feel like a princess. And Disney is doing its very best to help them realize this fantasy.

The line is designed as homage to Disney princesses Cinderella, Snow White, Belle, Sleeping Beauty, Jasmine or Ariel.

Designed by Kirstie Kelly, each gown is different, keeping in focus the princesses they are modeled on. Though the designs based on the theme of fairy princesses, yet they are fashionably modern.

A fashion innovation where dreams meet reality.

Priced between US$1500- $3000, the dresses use organza, chantilly, chiffon, satin, and tulle fabrics and are embellished with lace, ribbons, crystals, pearls, embroidery, and beads.

Grow up princess, marry in style

Aurora

Snowwhite

Cinderella

Make Your Baby A Star With Movie Poster

2009-07-23T06:09:00.001-04:00

Having a new baby is a big deal, but more often than not, birth announcements fall flat, delivering their Baby basic details about the birth, without really sharing in the excitement of adding a brand new, mini member to your family. A fun new company announces special milestones in style, and every time someone opens up their birth announcements the house lights will go down in preparation for the show to begin!

5-Star Baby creates custom movie poster birth announcements, which are creative, gimmicky and perfect for any family that likes to steal the spotlight.

The birth announcements are in miniature size, so they are appropriate for distributing to family members who are certain not to forget the birth milestone when they receive the unique birth announcements. Key aspects from a movie poster are used to communicate the birth details of the baby; the Parents are listed as the Producers, the delivering doctors as the Director, Filmed in is the hospital the baby was born, the movie rating reflects the sex of the baby (e.g. rated B for boy, or G for girl), and of course the star of the show; the baby's name, date and weight!

5-Star Baby is making people feel like stars by putting new babies and their families center stage in the spotlight!

Movie Posters can be made for any special event including:

Baby Announcements - Baby Showers - Birthday Parties - Baptisms - First Communions Bar Mitzvah - Bat Mitzvah - Quinceanera - Engagements - Bridal Showers Wedding "Save the Date" - Wedding Invitations - Anniversaries - Retirements Corporate Posters -

Any of Life's Milestones

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!!!

2009-07-22T06:01:00.000-04:00

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-07-15T06:14:00.001-04:00

Tea Time!

2009-07-14T06:39:00.000-04:00

If you are a Southerner or have ever been to the South, ya'll know we LOVE our sweet tea. These little candies just make the experience a little more fancy! A fun way to add flavor, these straws of sweetness make your tea even tastier. Just sip, stir and dissolve. Any one of these delicious flavors will make that refreshing glass of tea even better!They are called tea sippers... little pourous candys you drink through like a straw.

They come twelve to a pack for around six bucks plus shipping. This would be cute as a button sticking out of an icey glass full of that freash brewed ice tea! You could even go a step further by placing a thin slice of the matching fruit on the rim by the straw to tell the drinker what to expect. Fun!

Delicious touch of lemon, key lime or orange complements your tea
Old-fashioned candy store look - taste as good as they look
Generous assortment - something for everyone
Wonderful extra touch for get-togethers
Great for picnics and outdoor parties
Not just for iced tea - good for either hot or cold drinks

Hammond's Candies

White Out!

2009-07-10T06:16:00.000-04:00

Is it now okay to wear white after Labor Day?

Elie Saab’s Fall 2009 couture show was fit for a (snow) queen. Saab just showed his Fall/Winter 2009-2010 Couture collection earlier this week in Paris and all of the models wore exquisite beautiful white dresses with elaborate detailing. Every look the designer created was done in an ethereal white, with gathering and appliqués that made models look as if they were floating in a cumulus cloud.

According to the Associated Press, models sported "bone-white goddess gowns with trailing trains" that were adorned with shimmery sequins, beads and crystals.

Although the AP said the outfits were not necessarily meant to be worn only as wedding dresses, those who attended the show said many of them could definitely do the trick.

So Inviting!

2009-07-09T05:56:00.002-04:00

Outer envelope. Inner envelope. Cardstock and calligraphy. The front of your refrigerator is covered with them, and you’d looked at more than a few for your own festivities. Invitations can be less than inviting when they all start to look the same. Thankfully, House of Papier provides a posh alternative to unsophisticated stationery. The company’s couture silk box invites are completely custom, ensuring your event is one date your guests will never forget.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-07-08T06:51:00.000-04:00

Turn your Wedding photos into Bathroom Decor!

2009-07-07T05:58:00.001-04:00

Want a unique way to always remember your big day or honeymoon? How about taking your favorite photo and making it into a shower curtain? PhotoShowerCurtain.com makes one-of-a-kind custom fabric curtains that are printed using a special process called sublimation. It fuses the image into the fabric, making it a permanent, extremely durable, high-detail image. The curtains are such good quality they won't change the texture of the fabric or crack over time. Pick any picture you want, or if you're really creative, make a collage of pictures. You can do whatever you want—you're the designer!

Brunch for the Budget-Minded Bride

2009-07-06T08:26:00.006-04:00

A surprising number of brides are going for brunch receptions these days. Well, what a great idea! Brides can save money AND put out a tres elegant groaning board of food for guests. Wedding brunches are more economical then dinner receptions and can be either seated or buffet-style affairs.

Here, are a few menu suggestion:

French toast station: Guests can choose toppings and fillings, ranging from fresh fruits to caramel and cinnamon to creams and custards.

Omelet bar, plus an assortment of seafood, meat (including ground beef), an array of vegetables from asparagus and carrots, and a selection of cheeses from around the world.

“Frushi”: rice flavored with coconut milk and topped with various kinds of fresh fruit and served in the same style as sushi.

Champagne bar with your choice of fresh-squeezed orange and grapefruit juices, peach nectar, strawberry nectar and chambord or cassis.

Boom Boom Pow!

2009-07-03T06:37:00.000-04:00

Liven up your wedding with an astonishing fireworks display! Fireworks are a good way to differentiate your wedding from others, plus you and your guests will enjoy this fairy-tale like ending to your big day.

Customize designed wedding features are available with special effects that will make your event stand out. If you wish, a design team has the ability and expertise to digitally choreograph your display to music, chosen by the couple. There are many wonderful additions and personal touches you can include. These range from the bride & groom's names or initials either side of a heart in 3 feet high orange and yellow firework flames, or sky bursting shells which fill the sky with a huge sparkling heart.

When choosing a company for your spectacular send off, here are a few key things you may want to look for in a reputable Fire Work Company:

Fully licensed
Helps with all necessary permits and arrangements
Confirm if at least ninety percent pre-loaded to insure a much safer display
Will educate their customers on different type of firework proposals.

Photo Source: Flickr

Baby Bump; Dresses for Stylish Bumps

2009-07-02T06:15:00.000-04:00

For decades it was one of society's biggest taboos: the bride with the baby bump having a shotgun wedding, and of the avant-garde brides who would admit to being in the family way, few of them, if any, would have dared walk down the aisle in a white dress.

But times, it would seem, are a-changing. Last year, an estimated 20,000 brides in Britain were pregnant on their wedding day, accounting for 10 per cent of all first-time brides under the age of 45.

And if soaring sales at maternity bridal boutiques are anything to go by, more pregnant women than ever are opting to wear a traditional white dress.

Tiffany London selling bridal dresses claims that there is a steady growth in sales of maternity bridal dresses over the last few years, and it's still growing. It only shows that the society is much more open minded than it was. The dresses are particularly customized to accommodate the baby bump, and designers are skilled to estimate how much a bump will have grown by the big day, with extra fabric added into the dress to help with adjustments if a bump grows faster than expected.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-07-01T06:09:00.001-04:00

Ribbons in the Sky!

2009-06-30T05:54:00.006-04:00

Ribbon wands make any occasion fun and festive, including weddings, birthday parties, anniversaries, reunions, meetings and more. Ribbon wands are available in rainbow of colors to coordinate with a variety of themes or color schemes.

Ribbon Wands make for pretty pictures. Sometimes they are the only options for an awesome send off for the Bride and Groom, as birdseed, flower petals, poppers, etc. can get messy.

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Walk on Water

2009-06-29T00:35:00.000-04:00

They say walking on water is impossible. But with Holo-Walls’ Liquid Fusion “Aqua” Series Floor System, you’ll have your huest believing in the impossible. Each 40-inch square tile (3/4 of an inch thick) in the Aqua line features a blue and dark blue pattern, creating the illusion that you’re standing on water. When pressure is applied, the two colors revolve around each other, stimulating an aqueous display of colors and formations. As pressure is released, the colored liquid fills back in.

The tiles can be installed over a swimming pool to give the "Wow" Effect!

Let there be Light

2009-06-26T06:22:00.000-04:00

Impress your guest with a unique table setting including illuminated linens from PBG Event Productions, the exclusive distributor of LEDecor. These wireless LED fixtures are state-of-the-art, color-changing, remote controlled and environmentally friendly units.

The wireless linens are powered by battery-operated fiber-optic fabric that lights up any table or display. The illuminated linens are available in 20 color options and four trims (gold, white, black and silver) and five illuminations (white, blue, yellow, red and green). Sizes range from a 12-inch by 12-inch placemat to a 72-inch by 30-inch runner. Pillows (18 inches by 18 inches) and chiavari chair jackets are also available.

Michael Jackson (August 29, 1958 - June 25, 2009) RIP

2009-06-25T23:33:00.000-04:00

I salute you King of Pop. You made the whole world MoonWalk together.

Wikipedia

Ice, Ice, Baby

2009-06-25T06:21:00.002-04:00

Take a look at this cool option for personalizing your wedding and adding a jaw dropping element to your day. You're bound to have fun as the drink is poured through the luge and chilled on the way!

Besides adding some elegance to your celebration, they are really fun. I am sure your guest will think those ice bars are in fact hot.

Also enhance your ice sculpture presentation with a variety of decorative accents and colored lighting effects. As with high quality diamonds, lighting is everything!

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-06-24T06:06:00.001-04:00

Okay..it is truly their parents fault!

Father's Day Cocktail!

2009-06-19T06:00:00.002-04:00

Father's Day is a special occasion and it is a great excuse to make your father a special drink. Whip up Dad this manley drink Azucar Morena!

Drink Recipe Ingredients:

1.5 oz. Johnnie Walker Black Label
2 oz. cream soda
1 dash granulated brown sugar
1 fresh lime(s)

Drink Recipe Preparation:

Rub rim of a rocks glass with half a lime and dip into brown sugar to coat.
Add ice, Johnnie Walker Black Label and squeeze a lime on top.
Add cream soda.

Plummed Wedding Bouquet

2009-06-18T06:10:00.000-04:00

I found the most perfect, non-traditional, plumed accents for your wedding! I came across the most fantastic alternative to the “traditional” bouquet by Emplume designs, a design duo that specializes in couture bridal bouquets and accessories. Their designs are truly couture and magnificent!

These avant-garde couture wedding accessories can be made in nearly any shape, size and color—just like a traditional bouquet. Perhaps the best part of these couture bouquets, is that if stored properly, they can last a lifetime. Take a look, Emplume’s perfectly divine plume feathered bouquets and accessories will take your breath away.

These avant-garde couture wedding accessories can be made in nearly any shape, size and color—just like a traditional bouquet. Perhaps the best part of these couture bouquets, is that if stored properly, they can last a lifetime. Take a look, Emplume’s perfectly divine plume feathered bouquets and accessories will take your breath away.

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-06-17T06:27:00.001-04:00

POP Champagne

2009-06-15T09:37:00.005-04:00

For sheer champagne fun, nothing beats individual Pommery POP champagne bottles, “which always wow guests—especially the rosé which is chic and romantic all at once,” says Logan Niles of New York’s Blue Nile Catering. One client of Niles’ “even had personalized gold-plated straws made by a local jeweler with the bride’s and groom’s initials so it was a combination ‘wow’ effect and wedding favor,” she recalls. “So many times it’s not just what guests are drinking but how the drinks are served.”

The blue is a standard dry champagne, with a nice fruit flavor. It's a tiny bit sweeter than your average dry champagne but is wonderfully smooth. The pink is a sparkling rosé that has a fresh, bright taste. The blend of different Chardonnays and Pinot wines, along with a dash of red wine, gives it a pale pink color and slight red currant flavor. Neither of them are run-out-and-purchase-immediately sort of champagnes, but they are quite tasty and not just a product of marketing. They're really fun, wonderfully transportable, and will bring a little pop to your next party.

Sorce: Pommery Champagne

Wedding Wreck Wednesday!

2009-06-10T05:54:00.000-04:00

Limo's on a budget!

Emergencies Sucks!

2009-06-09T06:27:00.000-04:00

The last thing a bride needs to worry about on her big day is a smudge of lipstick on her dress, a rip in her hem or the unexpected monthly arrival of Mother Nature. That’s why I love the survival kits from Ms. & Mrs. There’s one for the bride, groom, ‘maids, and even MOB’s! They include things like static and stain remover, tampons, bandages, a mending kit and earring backs.

Ms. & Mrs. offers a variety of kits for lifes emergencies that we all face. Labor & Delivery, Cheerleading, College, Working Women, Working Men.

Want to be a Cover Girl?

2009-06-08T05:59:00.003-04:00

My Bride Magazine is where a Bride their very own magazine about them, their Groom, and their day. What a unique way to commemorate your engagement, your honeymoon and everything in between.

My Bride Magazine separates your wedding from all others by putting you in the spotlight, and allowing you to share your wedding experience with your world. Produce your own magazine through our web site with the professional look and feel of a mainstream bridal magazine, and release it to family and friends.

They offer several options for archiving and sharing your wedding story, including the magazine in hard-cover, wedding album, CD, Flash Drive, and digital picture frame. You can also digitally save the sentiments of friends and loved ones, as well as additional photos through contributions to your magazine.

Personalized Bridezilla Bots - The Wedding Robot Greets Your Guests

2009-06-05T06:00:00.005-04:00

How about Chucky meets Bridezilla? A Japanese robot company has devised the Wedding Bot, which they say should only be used to greet guests as they attend your wedding. The little bots are custom-built to resemble the bride and groom as closely as possible, and the robots have been pre-programmed to make appropriate responses to guest chatter.

This custom-made bot (198,000 yen, $2,500) will apparently respond to voices and, according to the site literature, freely share secrets of the groom to liven up the party.

Non Floral Wedding Bouquet

2009-06-04T06:00:00.000-04:00

Talented Etsy seller, Refinerii, is creating unique and stunning bridal bouquets with not a rose or hint of baby’s breath in sight.

Working with a base of salvaged metal, these beautiful bejeweled alternatives to traditional floral bouquets are adorned with iridescent Austrian crystals, glass beads, white pearls, and silver wire.

What a perfect option for the bride who is determined to be different.