Real Wedding - Sara & Quentin Happy 1st Anniversary to Sara and Quentin! These high school sweethearts were married on a sunny fall day at Country Club of the North. Lovers of all things Disney - especially Alice in Wonderland - decor was inspired by events that took place “through the looking glass.” Even her … Continue reading Real Wedding by Weddings From The Heart Sara and Quentin
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Themes and Centerpieces
Planning a wedding can be fun and exciting. We love to help brides plan all parts of their upcoming wedding, but wedding themes and centerpieces are among our favorites. Selecting the flowers and other interesting pieces to decorate your celebration can be a daunting task, but carefully chosen centerpieces can be a dramatic way to … Continue reading Themes and Centerpieces
What If You Have to Cancel Your Wedding?
Weddings are a happy time - full of expectations for the future. But . . . What if it is cancelled? No one wants to ever talk about the possibility of a cancelled wedding, but for a variety of reasons it can - and does - happen. Everyone involved finds planning a joyful occasion but … Continue reading What If You Have to Cancel Your Wedding?
Trends – What’s Out (And What This Means For You and Your Wedding)
Every year we hear about the newest trends and what is up-and-coming for the following wedding season. But after a while trends lose their luster as their popularity diminishes. Some trends that seem to be losing steam are: Chalkboards Chalkboards were a fun and easy way to provide signage at your reception. They have … Continue reading Trends – What’s Out (And What This Means For You and Your Wedding)
Top 7 Alternatives to a Traditional Wedding Cake
A tiered cake is a common sight at many weddings. But what if you just happen to not like cake? Or another type of dessert is your favorite? Or you just want something different? Offer your guests a tasty treat with one of these delicious traditional wedding cake alternatives. 1. Cake pops Photo credit: Shari's … Continue reading Top 7 Alternatives to a Traditional Wedding Cake
How to Address Your Wedding Invitations to Guests with Titles
Addressing your invitations doesn’t seem like a difficult or confusing task. If the people you are addressing the envelope to have the usual titles (Mr., Mrs., Miss, or Ms.) it is usually pretty simple (although a bit time consuming). But what to do when one, or both, have “official” titles (ex. Lieutenant or Doctor) instead … Continue reading How to Address Your Wedding Invitations to Guests with Titles
What If? – Having a Plan B For Your Wedding
I’m sure you’ve heard the old saying - "The Best Laid Plans..." (meaning that no matter how well something is planned, something may still go wrong). Well, this is precisely why you need to have a Plan B in place when you are planning your wedding. Don’t worry. It's not bad luck to anticipate potential … Continue reading What If? – Having a Plan B For Your Wedding
Do You Need a Wedding Planner? Would You Remodel Your Home Without a General Contractor? By Christine Boulton
I don’t get it. Why would you take on a project that can cost you anywhere from $10,000 to, well, as high as you want to go without having a professional by your side? Here is the thing, would you take on a major home remodeling project without hiring a general contractor? Of course not. … Continue reading Do You Need a Wedding Planner? Would You Remodel Your Home Without a General Contractor? By Christine Boulton
Walk This Way – Alternatives to Traditional Processional Songs
Wagner’s “Bridal Chorus” (aka “Here Comes The Bride”) is a traditional wedding processional song choices for your wedding ceremony. However, it isn’t for everyone. Luckily there are several fun alternative song choices for your walk down the aisle. Here are a few alternative wedding processional song choices: “You Are So Beautiful” by Joe Cocker “Ribbon … Continue reading Walk This Way – Alternatives to Traditional Processional Songs
3 Ways to Manage Your Wedding Budget and Cut Costs
You do have a wedding budget established don't you? If not - stop right now and seriously work on it. Establishing a wedding budget and sticking to it will help you organize, produce and deliver a wedding that is beautiful and yours. On the offside chance that you've gone over that budget in some area(s) … Continue reading 3 Ways to Manage Your Wedding Budget and Cut Costs