Monthly Archives: February 2011

Planning Valentines Day Wedding – Part 6

The sweets for a Valentine’s Day wedding begin and end with chocolate. A fountain of chocolate surrounded by strawberries, bananas, pineapple, and raspberries as well as maraschino cherries, marshmallows, and angel food cake brings to mind the romance of the … Continue reading

Planning Valentines Day Wedding – Part 5

Tips for Food When you think Valentine’s day you think chocolate. Get creative with your cake and dessert tables. Use lots of chocolate and color. Fresh flowers should adorn the dessert tables. Foods that claim to be aphrodisiacs make a … Continue reading

Planning Valentines Day Wedding – Part 4

Tips for the ReceptionThe wedding reception requires lots of details and takes the largest portion from the budget. A Valentine’s Day wedding reception should whisper romance from every nook and cranny of the venue. Tables, round or rectangular, donned in … Continue reading

Planning Valentines Day Wedding – Part 3

Tips for Flowers Red roses are the obvious choice on Valentine’s Day; but they aren’t your only choice. White, cream, and pink flowers also make lovely bouquets and floral designs. You can use them alone or n combination with traditional … Continue reading

Planning Valentines Day Wedding – Part 2

Tips for Attire If a red gown isn’t part of your dream wedding, there are alternatives. Choose a white gown with touches of red that can be as discreet as tiny red rosebuds hovering at the neckline, or a white … Continue reading

Planning Valentine’s Day Wedding – Part 1

Weddings are one of the romantic occasions of life and Valentine’s Day is one of the most romantic days of the year. It is no wonder so many people want to be married on Valentine’s Day because combine the two … Continue reading

Being a Considerate Wedding Host – Part 2

Think comfort. Mentally walk yourself through every aspect of your ceremony and reception as if you were a guest. Is their adequate seating for everyone during the cocktail hour? Have you provided a chance for out of town guests who … Continue reading

Being a Considerate Wedding Host – Part 1

Being a considerate wedding host- how to make sure guests talk about your wedding all year in a good way Some parties really make an impression. Weddings are usually that kind of party. The question is will guests be raving … Continue reading

Mother of the Bride Etiquette Tips – Part 2

If you are not throwing the bridal shower, (yes we know etiquette states this as a no-no but many moms do) then be sure to contact the host with a guest list. Also lend a hand with decorations, food, etc. … Continue reading