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Roses are Red and Thongs are Too!

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Okay, sometimes when going to a bachelorette party you are left asking yourself, “What do I get the bride?” Everyone is going to get some type of lingerie type item. No, surprises there. So, why not make your gift really special. You could give the bride a bouquet of undies. You heard me right! I said a bouquet of undies. This bouquet is a dozen of Hanky Panky low-rise thongs made to look like the long-stemmed flowers. These will last much longer than real roses. So, for all of you guys that may be reading, this would make a good Valentine’s Day gift as well. Hint, hint…

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Free DIY Oval Fan Template

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Fan style programs are a unique and fun idea but they can cost a lot of money to buy! So, we have made this template to help you out. Here is a easy to use fan template. Just click on the design and write in the information. You can change the text to anything you like. Once they are exactly the way you like them simply print them on card stock. You can then punch a whole in the bottoms and add ribbon. Another option is to use an eyelet. This will make your program more stable. Super easy and a lot cheaper than buying them!

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My Wedding Pics!

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 Okay guys, here are the pics from my wedding that I have been promising you for so long! Let me start by saying everything went so well. Well… except for the unplanned weather. We were suppose to get a dusting of snow. Instead we got like 6 inches. It made for beautiful pictures but not so beautiful driving. Luckily everyone made it safely and the wedding turned out beautifully!

 

 

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The colors for the wedding were red, white, and black.Therefore, the something blue did not exactly fit into the color scheme. To solve this problem, I did blue rhinestones with our initials on the bottom. I also added a little something special to my bouquet. It was a locket which had pictures of our belated grandparents inside. It really meant a lot to us to include them in the ceremony. We also had memorial candles at the ceremony that our mothers lit before they took their seats. We also took these candles to the reception to sit on the head table.

 

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The church was so beautiful that we only did a few decorations. We both thought that the architecture in the church was too pretty to cover up!

 

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 We did two different centerpieces at the tables. Half had the floating candles and the other half had a simple display of red roses in a square cube base. Instead of wedding favors we made a donation to The American Cancer Society and to the Heart Foundation in honor of our grandparents.

 

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Photographer: Jody McDevitt

Valentine’s Day Themed Shower Ideas

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Throw a Valentines Day themed shower that is sure to steal the heart of any bride. Mini bud vases are arranged in the shape of a heart, double as a beautiful centerpiece and favors. Add pink and heart shaped touches in all elements of the shower. The more attention to details the better!

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Name Tags, Take Away Centerpiece, Napkin Rings,
Fudge Hearts Favor

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Ice Cream Sandwiches, Coffee Hearts
Almond Strawberry Salad,Salmon Tartare in Plantain “Ice Cream Cone”

Sweetheart Pop Favors

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lolliepop

These little lollipops are the perfect Valentine’s Day themed favor. Whether you are having a bridal shower, bridal luncheon, or a Valentine’s Day themed wedding, these lollies are sure to hit the spot. I think they are super cute and not to mention yummy! For the recipe just visit good old Martha.

Berry Sweet

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New Years has come and gone. So, what’s next you ask? Valentine’s Day of course. There is not a holiday out there that fits so well with the wedding theme as Valentine’s Day. It represents love. Plus, I really like it because it is usually associated with chocolate and sweets. Yum!!!! Below are some very yummy sweets that I think you all will love!

 

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Molten Chocolate Cakes with Cherries

Chocolate Heart Layer Cake with Chocolate-Cinnamon Mousse

Caramel Mousse Napoleon with Caramel Sauce and Berries

Mascarpone-Filled Cake with Sherried Berries

New Years Reflection

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happy new year

At the end of each year, I like to sit down and reflect on the year that has just past. This helps me remember everything and take time out to improve myself. So, I went through all of the past blogs of 2008. I picked the ones that I liked the best or the ones that really represented the past year. Did you have a favorite that I missed? If so, let me know!

1.Rachel and John’s Wedding – I love weddings and Rachel and Johns wedding was beautiful. It was full of intimate details that truly made the wedding stand out!
2. 50 first Dance Songs– This post was one of my favorite to write! I got to listen to so many fabulous songs. Plus, this is a big decision make for your wedding. It really helped me choose my first dance song. I hope it helped or will help some of you.
3.Wedding Luminaries– This post rounds the top 10 simply because I LOVE luminaries. They are gorgeous and on a snowy winters night or a balmy summers night, they are breath-taking.
4.Awww… Too Cute Flower Girl Options– This post is one of my favorites simply because it is freaken’ adorible! How can the flower girl not be your favorite?
5.Let Love Take Flight– I think this may be one of my favorite inspiration boards that I have completed. I love the old-time romance feel.
6. Something Blue– I loved the unique idea of using rhinestones on the bottom of your wedding shoes to represent that “something blue”. I actually liked it so much that I did almost the same thing in my own wedding. hehe…
7. DIY Wedding Cake Toppers– These little birdies from Design Sponge have stole my heart. I think they are a great fun and a unique cake topper option.
8. Double Duty~ Favors Serve as Centerpieces– I like this post because of the economical side of it. As a bride, if you have a chance to make flowers, favors, or anything do double duty, I say go for it!
9. Message in a Bottle-I love this idea for a beach themed wedding!
10. Green Wedding Chic-Green weddings were all the rage at the beginning of the year. That is why I found this post very fitting for the end of the year reflection.

New Years Bachelorette Bash!

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The Hostess with the Mostess had a great decor design for a New Years Eve Party. As I was reading this post my wheels started turning and I had a wonderful idea! I was thinking that it would be a blast to have a New Years themed bachelorette party. Just think about it…she is starting her new life in the new year, champaign, staying up all night, and tons of fun. Sounds like a great bachelorette party to me. You could start all the girls out with a few cocktails at home complete with gold and silver decor. Then head out on the town in a great party dress! I love the gold one pictured below for a fun New Years night. The advantage of doing a bachelorette party on New Years is that there is a ton of festivities and things to do. If you really wanted to go all out, fly into New York for the party and watch the ball drop in Time Square. That is sure to be a night to remember. If you are not all about the huge crowds in New York, then local festivities are usually lots of fun. You could even go party hoping. The options are endless. But one thing is for sure, it will be a great time she is sure to remember!

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