Pretty napkin folds can easily add personality to your reception décor. We’ve all seen the napkin in the water glass, or the ‘standing fan’ fold. The 'pyramid fold' is fairly common too. Definitely pretty, but . . . . . .with so many different napkin folds, why not try choose something else? One of my … Continue reading Easily (and inexpensively) add some personality to the look of your reception decor
Jean’s Top 10 Tips for Planning Your Wedding – Part 8
Wedding Planning Tips: Tip #8 - Your Vendors 8. Make sure your vendors are trained and experienced in weddings A wedding is unlike any other type of gathering or social event. It is more than a “big party with some wedding stuff” thrown in. For a smooth, flawless wedding day, surround yourself with people who … Continue reading Jean’s Top 10 Tips for Planning Your Wedding – Part 8
Wedding Q & A – Alternatives to Flowers
Alternatives to Flowers Q. I am not a flower lover! Everything else in the wedding seems more important to me personally, than wedding flowers. My decorator is really encouraging me to go with fresh cut all around, but this will be expensive. Should I pay, is it just me that doesn't really care about flowers? … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Alternatives to Flowers
For the Groom – Romance 101
Hey fellas! Did you know that it's easy to express your interest in the wedding planning with little romantic gestures for your bride-to-be? All you need is a little bit of Romance 101. Just because she’s said "Yes," and that she will be saying "I do," it doesn’t mean that you don't have to work … Continue reading For the Groom – Romance 101
Jean’s Top 10 Tips for Planning Your Wedding – Part 7
Wedding Planning Tips: Tip #7 - Little Details 7. Don’t worry about the little details at the onset of your wedding planning After you first get engaged and start your wedding plans, at some point it’s going to hit you – “Oh My Gosh! I’ve got to pick out dresses, and select a menu, and … Continue reading Jean’s Top 10 Tips for Planning Your Wedding – Part 7
Have Fun With Your Wedding Shoes
Alternatives to White Wedding Shoes Once upon a time, the search for bridal footwear was simple. Every bride wore white pumps. Fast forward to today, and you'll find a lot of alternatives to white wedding shoes. Wedding shoes have come a long way from the plain dyables. Remember those? The bride got hers in … Continue reading Have Fun With Your Wedding Shoes
Yes, You Can – Tips for the Encore Bride
Is this your second wedding? Are you an Encore Bride (or Groom)? If you are like many people, this may not be your first wedding. So you’re probably wondering “what am I allowed to have at my wedding?” The good news is that there are plenty of ideas for a second wedding (or third, ...). … Continue reading Yes, You Can – Tips for the Encore Bride
Bride’s Q & A – Wedding Programs
Q - We’re not sure if we want to use wedding programs at our ceremony. Are we required to have one? A - There is no requirement or obligation to use a program for your wedding ceremony. Programs also make a wonderful, and relatively inexpensive, keepsake for your guests. The basic purpose of a program … Continue reading Bride’s Q & A – Wedding Programs
Alternatives to the White Aisle Runner
Having a lovely white aisle runner for a wedding ceremony is a popular choice. The practice dates hundreds of years when brides were considered “royalty,” and as such were not expected to walk on the same ground at the “commoners.” However, the traditional white aisle runner may not be your style. https://weddingsfromtheheartblog.net/2017/08/16/aisle-runner-used-wedding-ceremony/ If you like … Continue reading Alternatives to the White Aisle Runner
Real Wedding – Eclectic and fun – ingredients for a fun, memorable wedding
Congratulations to Leah and Mark who just got married last month. Their eclectic and innovative wedding was an amazing event – and featured several fun and unique elements. After nearly 2 weeks of horrible rain storms (it even rained during the ceremony rehearsal!), it was a warm sunny Saturday afternoon on their wedding day. We … Continue reading Real Wedding – Eclectic and fun – ingredients for a fun, memorable wedding