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Flower Meanings and Symbolism
2007-11-16 05:32:00 Choosing your colors and picking your wedding flowers are some of the most enjoyable decisions you will get to make when planning your wedding. And while most people no longer know the meanings attributed flowers, it can be both interesting and helpful to know their symbolism. More About: Flowers , Flower , Symbolism , Meanings
Elegant and Fun Ways to Fold Napkins
2007-11-12 04:27:00 Pyramid 1. Lay the napkin flat, with the bottom up. 2. Put opposite corners together to form a triangle. More About: Elegant , Fold
Should we have the food catered or make it ourselves?
2007-11-12 04:11:00 Many reception facilities require that you use their catering services, but if you do have the option of doing it yourself there are several factors you need to consider. More About: Food , Make , Catering
Should I use pre-printed or print your own invitations?
2007-11-12 04:06:00 There are pros and cons to both print your own and pre-printed wedding invitations. The obvious advantage to having the invitations professionally printed is, theoretically, that there is less work for you. More About: Print , Invitations
Should I send engagement announcements or ?save the date? cards?
2007-11-12 03:59:00 The actual wedding invitations should be sent out eight to six weeks before the wedding. If you know the wedding date four or more months ahead of time, save the date cards would be appropriate. Keep in mind that just the postage alone will cost a minimum of twenty-nine cents each, so they can easily ... More About: Send , Save , Cards , Engage , Anno
DIY Hors D?oeuvre for an Elegant Evening Wedding
2007-09-24 02:59:00 For an evening wedding reception, simply serving wine, crackers, and cheese can be elegant and formal. To ensure that the alcohol does not get too expensive, use moderately sized wine glasses and either put one of bottle on every table, or have the wine served. A couple of waiters or waitresses for an hour or ... More About: Wedding , Catering , Elegant , Legan , Evening
Elegant Evening Wedding DIY Hor?Douves
2007-09-24 02:59:00 For an evening wedding reception, simply serving wine, crackers, and cheese can be elegant and formal. To ensure that the alcohol does not get too expensive, use moderately sized wine glasses and either put one of bottle on every table, or have the wine served. A couple of waiters or waitresses for an hour or ... More About: Articles , Wedding , Catering , Elegant , Legan
How many hors d?oeurve should I prepare?
2007-09-23 20:38:00 If you are serving only hors d’oeurve and appetizers at the wedding prepare approximately eight per guest. If you will be serving dessert as well, around six per person would be appropriate. Keep in mind that the type of hors d’oeurve (light vs. hearty) you plan to serve will impact the number you need to ... More About: Pare , Prep
How many hor?dourves should I prepare?
2007-09-23 20:38:00 If you are serving only hor’dourves and appetizers at the wedding prepare approximately eight per guest. If you will be serving dessert as well, around six per person would be appropriate. Keep in mind that the type of hor’dourves (light vs. hearty) you plan to serve will impact the number you need to make. More About: Pare , Prep
Traditional Wedding Vows
2007-09-21 05:49:00 The wedding vows are the climax of the wedding ceremony and should be carefully chosen by the engaged couple. Traditional ly, wedding vows are a series of promises, and the couple can either say the entire vow or simply respond affirmatively to a series of questions asked by the officiant. The groom says the vows first, ... More About: Articles , Wedding , Vows
Traditional Wedding Vows
2007-09-21 05:49:00 The wedding vows are the climax of the wedding ceremony and should be carefully chosen by the engaged couple. Traditional ly, wedding vows are a series of promises, and the couple can either say the entire vow or simply respond affirmatively to a series of questions asked by the officiant. The groom says the vows first, ... More About: Wedding , Vows
What is the appropriate order of events for a wedding processional?
2007-09-15 18:27:00 There are several traditional options for the order of events in the wedding processional, all of which are based largely on the religious background of the couple. Keep in mind that it is often acceptable to combine elements from the different traditions to reflect the couple’s personality and their personal preferences. Certain officiants and churches ... More About: Events , Articles , Wedding , Order , Prop
What is the appropriate order of events for a wedding processional?
2007-09-15 18:27:00 There are several traditional options for the order of events in the wedding processional, all of which are based largely on the religious background of the couple. Keep in mind that it is often acceptable to combine elements from the different traditions to reflect the couple’s personality and their personal preferences. Certain officiants and churches ... More About: Events , Wedding , Order , Prop
Where is the bridal party supposed to stand during the ceremony?
2007-09-15 07:24:00 Looking at the alter from the guests perspective, the bride and bridesmaids should be to the left and the groom and groomsmen to the right, with the maid of honor and the best man closest to the couple. The bride’s family should also be seated on the left and the groom’s on the right. The exact ... More About: Party , Ceremony , Stand , Pose
Where is the bridal party supposed to stand during the ceremony?
2007-09-15 07:24:00 Looking at the alter from the guests perspective, the bride and bridesmaids should be to the left and the groom and groomsmen to the right, with the maid of honor and the best man closest to the couple. The bride’s family should also be seated on the left and the groom’s on the right. The exact ... More About: Party , Ceremony , Stand , Pose
Weddings 101: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions!
2007-09-10 22:10:00 The most exciting and romantic time in your life can quickly become chaotic and stressful if you are not prepared for the many decisions that have to be made! Weddings are very personal and emotional. Issues that may seem trivial to you may be very important to your fiancé, parents, or other people closely ... More About: Decisions
Weddings- from a Mans Perspective!
2007-09-10 20:07:00 A wedding ceremony is designed so that the couple can share their joy and profess their commitment to each other in the presence of close friends, family and God. It is no secret that most men would rather spend their Saturday watching a football game then going to a wedding, so why not make the ... More About: Weddings , Perspective , Mans , A Man
Weddings- from a Mans Perspective!
2007-09-10 20:07:00 A wedding ceremony is designed so that the couple can share their joy and profess their commitment to each other in the presence of close friends, family and God. It is no secret that most men would rather spend their Saturday watching a football game then going to a wedding, so why not make the ... More About: Weddings , Perspective , Mans , A Man
Wedding Catering: Money Saving Ideas
2007-09-10 19:16:00 Many brides will spend over half of their wedding budget providing a full catered meal for their guests- which can be wonderful if your finances permit. However, if you find yourself with limited funds, there are several ways to ... More About: Ideas , Money , Wedding , Saving , Catering
Must Have Wedding Photographs
2007-09-05 06:14:00 An Almost Obvious List of Wedding Photos With many brides looking for ways to cut wedding costs, they are turning more and more to friends and family to take their wedding photographs. Thanks to the advances in digital photography and computer editing software, ... More About: Photography , Photographs , Graph
Must Have Wedding Photographs
2007-09-05 06:14:00 An Almost Obvious List of Wedding Photos With many brides looking for ways to cut wedding costs, they are turning more and more to friends and family to take their wedding photographs. Thanks to the advances in digital photography and computer editing software, ... More About: Photography , Photographs
Wedding Flowers: Cost Cutting Tips
2007-09-01 14:39:00 Flowers are treasured for their ability to add romance and elegance to any space; yet, many brides on a budget believe it will be too expensive to create the memorable floral arrangements of their dreams. However, with a little creativity and willingness to try something new, you ... More About: Flowers , Wedding , Tips , Cost , Cutting
Share Your Wisdom!
2007-09-01 06:16:00 Have you ever been to a wedding there was one little thing that drove you crazy during the ceremony? Or, do you have regrets about your own wedding? Divulge your wedding pet-peeves, detail the mistakes you made, comment on weddings you have been to- this is you chance to share your wisdom with brides-to-be! More About: Wisdom , Share
Weddings 101: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions!
2007-08-31 04:53:00 The most exciting and romantic time in your life can quickly become chaotic and stressful if you are not prepared for the many decisions that have to be made! Weddings are very personal and emotional, not only for the bride and groom, but also for parents and anyone else close to the couple. Issues that ... More About: Articles , Decisions
Cost Cutting Tips for Wedding Flowers
2007-08-25 20:39:00 Flowers are treasured for their ability to add romance and elegance to any space; yet, many brides on a budget believe it will be too expensive to create the memorable floral arrangements of their dreams. However, with a little creativity and willingness to try something new, you ... More About: Flowers , Wedding , Tips , Cost , Flow
Top Questions to Ask Your Caterer
2007-08-25 19:26:00 Catering is not so much about quantity, but quality and presentation. There are a wide variety of catering services available, ranging from the sandwich shop across the street to the most expensive restaurant in town, each with their own style and price-point. This ... More About: Questions
Money Saving Ideas for Catering
2007-08-25 19:16:00 Many brides will spend over half of their wedding budget providing a full catered meal for their guests- which can be wonderful if your finances permit. However, if you find yourself with limited funds, there are several ways to ... More About: Ideas , Money , Saving , Catering , Erin
Wedding Budget Spreadsheet
2007-08-25 14:27:00 Keeping track of your wedding expenses is the key to not overspending! This simple spreadsheet will help you monitor your actual spending and deposits. It is also an excellent tool for the planning phase and for . Directions: Simply enter amounts in the appropriate cells based on the column headings. DO NOT type in the shaded ... More About: Wedding , Budget , Spreadsheet , Spread , Shee |
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