Monthly Archives: August 2011

Pre-Wedding Parties

Posted on August 31, 2011

Your wedding and reception are the grand finale of months and maybe even years of planning.  Oftentimes there are a few parties that you have to plan or at least attend before the big day. It can be hard to … Continue reading →

The Duties of a Groomsman

Posted on August 29, 2011

At first glance it may not seem that groomsmen have too much to do.  The best man tends to plan the bachelor party and the groomsman just coughs up a little cash and shows up right? Well, looks are deceiving. … Continue reading →

M.O.B. (Mother Of the Bride) Survival Kit

Posted on August 26, 2011

Typically you will buy small gifts for those whom have helped you during the wedding planning process. From your maid of honor to your flower girl and several in-between, you can certainly not forget that one person who was there … Continue reading →

Mason Jars – A Flexible Décor Option

Posted on August 24, 2011

Mason jars are great for canning your favorite fruits and vegetables from your garden.  Mason jars can also have many uses when it comes to weddings as well.  They are a great accessory for any style wedding because they are … Continue reading →

Name Change List for Newlywed Brides

Posted on August 22, 2011

Changing your name isn’t as simple as submitting one piece of paper.  There are many places it needs to be changed and many places someone’s spouse needs to be legally added into their life.  Here is a checklist to help … Continue reading →

Take a Breath – Ways to Fit Personal Moments Into the Busiest (and Happiest!) Day of Your Life

Posted on August 19, 2011

It is easy for the bride and groom to be so busy they barely have time for each other on the day of their wedding.  Between greeting guests, being ushered around by event coordinators, and fulfilling dance and photo requests, … Continue reading →

Common Splurges it is Okay to Avoid – Part 2

Posted on August 17, 2011

Pricey engraved cake server sets – Many couples buy these sets with the hopes that their children will use them and add their names and dates to the engraving. This probably won’t happen. These sets will only be used for … Continue reading →

Common Splurges it is Okay to Avoid

Posted on August 15, 2011

Even budget minded people will advise that there are a few things that brides should purchase and pay for as splurges. Weddings are often times a once in a lifetime event so splurging a bit on what is most important … Continue reading →

Things Brides Wish They Knew Before the Big Day – Continued

Posted on August 12, 2011

Hold the Flowers Low – Have all the girls hold their flowers a bit lower than feels natural. Otherwise pictures will look unnatural. Keep the stems at belly button level and the flowers facing outwards.   Be a Boy Scout … Continue reading →

Things Brides Wish They Knew Before the Big Day

Posted on August 10, 2011

Many brides get to do a big wedding with all the frills only once. So there are no second chances to get things right or use the wisdom earned while planning a wedding.  The best alternative is to learn from … Continue reading →