tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33492654428115399792024-02-08T04:41:20.465-08:00designer wedding gownssheilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15728367501769764625noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3349265442811539979.post-40870366229818386012012-05-18T02:27:00.002-07:002012-05-18T02:30:24.806-07:00wedding card sample<div class="separator" style="clear: both; max-width: 580px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>keepsake, something to cherish and all to often store brought cards just aren't good enough. If you are not keen on designer made or store brought wedding card, then why not have a go at making your own. After all what is the harm with trying?<br />
<i>Firstly I would recommend you decide on a budget. How much do you want to spend on creating and making that special and unique wedding card? Sticking to your budget will ensure you get the most for your money. After working on your budget I would not recommend you think about what style of wedding card you want to make. For example are you going to make and create a more of modernist card that is plain, simple yet effective? Deciding what type of wedding card you want early on will save you lots of stress and time, as you will have a better idea as to what you are making and why.</i><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; max-width: 580px; text-align: center;"><img alt="wedding card sample" height="h" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7081/7220461984_c0a1c7f223_o.jpg" style="max-width: 580px;" title="wedding card sample" width="h" /> </div>When making a card I would strong suggest that early on in the project you begin to create a scrapbook of ideas and inspirations. Having a scrapbook close by is helpful and will help get your creative juices flowing.<br />
Like with everything, when it comes down to making your own wedding card, I would first advise you do a few samples, to see what you are happy with, and to see if your can get your creative inspiration flowing. It is important to remember that each time you create your own piece it will be different and unique which is what I think makes it so perfect. No two pieces you produce will be the same and this is the beauty of DIY wedding cards.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; max-width: 580px; text-align: center;"><img alt="wedding card sample" height="h" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5160/7220462378_3083667ab0_o.jpg" style="max-width: 580px;" title="wedding card sample" width="h" /> </div>If perhaps you are struggling for ideas and inspirations then there are many stores, websites and magazines you can look through to help you on your way.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; max-width: 580px; text-align: center;"><img alt="wedding card sample" height="h" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5240/7220462652_60fda8d530_o.jpg" style="max-width: 580px;" title="wedding card sample" width="h" /> </div>Sourcing materials for your wedding card is easy once you know what you want. Crafting supplies and materials are available to buy from boutique high street stores to online websites/web stores. Remember your budget when shopping around for materials as it is easy to let it get out of control.<br />
Like with everything practice makes perfect and I feel that when making your own cards I feel it's wise to always make more than you will need, this way you have spares should you need them, and there won't be any last minute panicking.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; max-width: 580px; text-align: center;"><img alt="wedding card sample" height="h" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7080/7220462938_73d548899f_o.gif" style="max-width: 580px;" title="wedding card sample" width="h" /> </div>sheilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15728367501769764625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3349265442811539979.post-92114172132522906522012-05-18T02:23:00.001-07:002012-05-18T02:23:52.782-07:00wedding invitation card free<p><b>Wedding thank you cards can be a troublesome, cumbersome business if you're unsure about whom the person really is, if you disliked the gift, or if you're in a post-wedding daze from all the commotion, ruckus, and work of the event. It's important that you use the formal introduction of "Dear So and So" at the beginning of each casual greeting. You can append a personal attachment at the end along the lines of "Sincerely," "Love," "Best of Luck in all your Endeavors," or "With Much Love".</b></p><p><i>A proper way to say it would be something like this example:</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding invitation card free' title='wedding invitation card free' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7100/7220450674_8313e78220_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Dear So and So,</p><p>Thank you so amazingly much for the wonderful photo frames. They're perfect for our tables and bedroom accessories. Our interior designer is going to have a field day when we let him arrange all the different photo frames you gave us. Of course, we'll have to fill them up with pictures of children. We know what you were thinking when you gave us all those photo frames. Trust me, we're working on the children! I really liked it when we all danced in a circle at the wedding. It was so incredibly fun. Tell Uncle Pete to stay off the harsh spirits because he got a little tipsy. We can't wait to tell you what the honeymoon and our new life together is going to be like. Hopefully, we'll survive the sharks and sting rays in the Caribbean. You guys were great at the wedding!</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding invitation card free' title='wedding invitation card free' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7097/7220451310_9a1b16c5b7_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>With love, Cherry Darling</p><p>As you can see, people like to express their deepest sentiments and friendly experiences in a single thank you letter. Friends and relatives will be delighted to remember the fun times you all had at the wedding. They'll be delighted that you loved the gift, and they'll think positive thoughts about you afterward. It's all in the cards to send thank you notes each time you receive a wedding gift. It's good karma, good for everybody, and people like to feel appreciated. Wedding invitations are the first step, and thank you cards are almost the last step.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding invitation card free' title='wedding invitation card free' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7093/7220451636_f03da329ab_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Be sure that your wedding invitations mention wedding favors because people need to feel like there's some kind of balance in the exchange of gifts. People don't like being ripped off. They want to feel free and happy with the transaction. At a deep level, people think of the exchange of the wedding gifts with the wedding favors, food, and celebration. Make it mutually beneficial. Send a thank you card as the icing on the cake. People love 'em.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding invitation card free' title='wedding invitation card free' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7232/7220451962_68b3e54481_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> sheilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15728367501769764625noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3349265442811539979.post-49493109073465013222012-05-18T02:22:00.001-07:002012-05-18T02:22:58.008-07:00wedding card sayings<p><b>When you're preparing for a wedding, there are tons of details to take care of. You have to choose dresses, cake flavors, limo services, and more. Wedding invitations are one of those tasks as well. Creating these cards can be a challenge for couples because the wording is going to be seen and read by so many important people in their lives. They don't want to make any mistakes. Remember you always have to keep wedding etiquette in mind as you are working on your wedding invitations wording. Below are some examples that might help you as you write your own cards.</b></p><p><i>Wedding Invitations for a Formal Event</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding card sayings' title='wedding card sayings' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5448/7220448086_25e82f18ba_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Traditional church weddings are one of the most common types of marriage events. When you are having this type of ceremony, you want to be sure that the invitation wording matches the theme and tone of the event. That means you'll want something more traditional. The two examples below illustrate how to handle the wording. One adjustment you need to make is to accommodate the names of the people paying the bill. The first example illustrates how to handle the customary covering of the costs by the bride's parents. The second is an example of how to write the wording if both sets of parents are sharing the costs.</p><p>Example 1:</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding card sayings' title='wedding card sayings' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7104/7220448416_f0890e37a1_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p><i>Mr. and Mrs. John Kenneth Youngrequest the honor of your presenceat the marriage of their daughter</i></p><p><i>Kayli MorganandMr. Matthew Henry</i></p><p><i>five o'clock in the eveningSaturday, the thirtieth of OctoberTwo thousand and nine</i></p><p><i>Baptist ChurchCleveland, Ohio</i></p><p>Example 2:</p><p><i>Mr. and Mrs. John Kenneth YoungandMr. and Mrs. Robert Henrycordially invite you to attendthe marriage of their daughter,</i></p><p><i>Kayli Morgan Young,</i></p><p><i>and their son,Matthew Henry</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding card sayings' title='wedding card sayings' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5333/7220448800_d38e30aa57_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p><i>five o'clock in the eveningSaturday, the thirtieth of OctoberTwo thousand and nine</i></p><p><i>Baptist ChurchCleveland, Ohio</i></p><p>Casual Wedding Wording</p><p>In other cases, you won't need to be quite so formal. Casual weddings that are held outdoors, have fewer guests, are paid for by the couple, or are not a first ceremony for both parties should be a little more relaxed. The following examples of wedding invitations wordings will give you a good idea of how to handle this more informal events as well. Again, feel free to use them on your wedding invitation.</p><p>Example 1:</p><p><i>Eva Rachels and Daniel AdamsHope you will join themas they unite their livesin the presence of their loved ones</i></p><p><i>at 2 o'clock PMThe Open Air ChurchNewburgh, IndianaSaturday, June 30, 2009</i></p><p>Example 2:</p><p><i>Join the parents of</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding card sayings' title='wedding card sayings' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7244/7220449166_786ac609f1_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p><i>Eva Rachels and Daniel Adams</i></p><p><i>as they celebrate the marriage</i></p><p><i>of their children</i></p><p><i>at 2 o'clock PMThe Open Air ChurchNewburgh, IndianaSaturday, June 30, 2009</i></p><p>Wedding Invitation Advice</p><p>Remember that you will be sending the response/RSVP information on a separate card if you are sending out formal invitations. However, if you are going to be doing more casual wedding invitations wording then you can add that information directly to the card itself.</p><p>Look for these MANY advantages to shopping online for invitations and announcements cards:</p><p>- Unique and Exclusive Designs Available</p><p>- See Your Personalized Wedding Invitations Wording BEFORE You Buy</p><p>- Your Proof will be Emailed to You within ONE Hour, and You Can Make Unlimited Changes at No Additional Cost</p><p>- Free 10 Cards and Free Shipping</p><p>- Ship Your Order the SAME DAY it is Approved</p><p>- Add a Photo, Picture or Logo to Any Cards</p><p>- They will Modify Any Card Design or Color on Their Site</p>sheilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15728367501769764625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3349265442811539979.post-56486993613819721742012-05-16T02:34:00.001-07:002012-05-16T02:34:27.130-07:00silk wedding centerpiece flowers<p><b>The flowers are one of the most important design features of a wedding. They will decorate the church, be used to create the centerpieces, and be carried in the bouquets. With so many brides opting to do their own floral arrangements these days, they often wonder if silk flowers could be a viable alternative to fresh blossoms. To help you decide, learn about the pros and cons of using silk flowers for weddings.</b></p><p><i>Pro: Silk floral arrangements can be made well in advance. It can be a huge relief to the DIY bride to know that the bouquets, centerpieces, and ceremony decorations are all done weeks or even months before the big day. There is no last minute scramble to arrange hundreds of flowers the day before the wedding. You also know just what you are getting with silk flowers, so there is no worry that they will show up the day before your wedding wilted or in the wrong shade of pink.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='silk wedding centerpiece flowers' title='silk wedding centerpiece flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7243/7208509132_1daaa0c6e3_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Con: Silk flowers often look fake. Truth be told, there are a lot of cheap looking fabric flowers out there. And the bad ones can look <i>really</i> bad. Even the high quality silks can be easily distinguished from real blossoms by a lot of people. It also depends on your guests. Some people think nice fabric flowers are just as elegant as real ones, but in some circles, fake flowers are considered to be the height of tackiness.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='silk wedding centerpiece flowers' title='silk wedding centerpiece flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7084/7208509526_be26c00b36_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Pro: Silk bridal bouquets can be saved as a wedding keepsake. If you design a beautiful silk floral bouquet that you absolutely love, you can save it forever. Even with careful preservation, no bouquet made from fresh flowers will last that long. For sentimental brides, this can be a real upside to using fabric blossoms. The long term nature of silk bouquets is also nice if you decided to decorate your bouquet with pearls to match your bridal jewelry or other special details, as you can keep the whole bouquet intact to display.</p><p>Con: Silk flowers can get expensive. Brides often turn to silks with the idea that they will be more economical than fresh flowers, but that is not always the case. High quality fabric blossoms can sometimes be more expensive than some of the more affordable varieties of fresh cut flowers, especially when the real blossoms are ordered online or from a discount club. Of course, if you have your heart set on a very pricey flower like orchids, the silks are going to be less expensive than the fresh ones. The best way to find great prices on silk flowers is to shop end of season clearance sales at craft shops. Just be sure that you are there on the first morning of the sale so you can get the quantity you need to do the arrangements for your entire wedding.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='silk wedding centerpiece flowers' title='silk wedding centerpiece flowers' src='http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8151/7208510086_ebe71f66d9_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Pro: You can use your favorite flowers out of season. With silk flowers, you are not limited to using the varieties which are in season. If you want to carry blue hydrangeas to match your blue crystal bridal jewelry in December, you can do it. Just plan ahead, as stores will be more likely to carry silks which are season; if you want summer flowers, you might need to purchase them in the summer and save them until your winter wedding.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='silk wedding centerpiece flowers' title='silk wedding centerpiece flowers' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7211/7208510620_c0c3895fe8_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Con: Choices for silk blossoms may be limited. While choosing silks gives you the option of using out of season flowers, you may find that the varieties available are more limited than for fresh cut flowers. Most stores will only carry the fabric versions of the most popular flowers, so if you want something more unique, you will probably have to go with fresh flowers.</p><p>In the end, the decision between fresh or silk flowers comes down to what works best for your wedding style, budget, and personal taste.</p>sheilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15728367501769764625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3349265442811539979.post-14406870779417572692012-05-16T02:29:00.001-07:002012-05-16T02:29:25.637-07:00wedding flowers bridal bouquets<p><b>Fresh flowers aren't the only flowers you can have for your big day. These days, you can ask for wedding bouquets of silk flowers. Especially if you've got an interesting and quite complicated flower arrangement that you want to have for your bridal bouquet, you can look for a flower shop that uses silk flowers.</b></p><p><i>A bridal bouquet that looks amazing is the composite flower design. You'd think that this type has been around for only a few years, but it actually dates back to the early 20th century. While it is a complicated arrangement, it was initially created for those brides who were working on a minimal budget. Instead of using whole flowers, this design uses loose petals that are wired together to create one big flower. This is why silk flowers are more practical for this design. Fresh flower petals are too delicate to wire together, while flower petals made of silk are guaranteed to still look great even after wiring. Satin or organza ribbons are used as accents and finishing materials for this bouquet. Sometimes, indigenous materials are also used as accents to give the arrangement an exotic flavor.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding flowers bridal bouquets' title='wedding flowers bridal bouquets' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7235/7208494542_8e19648b91_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>The Biedermeier design is another popular arrangement for wedding bouquets of silk flowers. This style of arranging a bouquet consists of flowers of different types or colors. Flowers of one type or color are wired together tightly to create a circle or a core. Flowers of another type or color are wired tightly around the core of flowers previously made. Then another ring of flowers of a type or color different from the core and the first ring is made. This is usually chosen for weddings that use a variety of colors, such as those with summer and casual themes.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding flowers bridal bouquets' title='wedding flowers bridal bouquets' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7097/7208494868_2f410c5ba8_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Another interesting bouquet design that's become popular recently is the fan bouquet. With the rise in popularity of Asian and vintage themes, this flower arrangement has become the choice of brides who want something different yet still romantic and elegant. This bouquet starts with a fan with a skeleton made of wood, bamboo or plastic. The skeleton is covered with a lacy fabric and is creatively finished with flowers and ribbons. This is another tricky thing to create, so silk flowers are sometimes used.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding flowers bridal bouquets' title='wedding flowers bridal bouquets' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5279/7208495304_571c621679_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>There are many other creative and complicated designs for wedding flower arrangements. Wedding bouquets of silk flowers are great for those who don't want to compromise the look that they have in their minds.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding flowers bridal bouquets' title='wedding flowers bridal bouquets' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7076/7208495726_a7d70b279c_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> sheilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15728367501769764625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3349265442811539979.post-53530552220603923572012-05-16T02:26:00.001-07:002012-05-16T02:26:46.602-07:00wedding flowers bouquet<p><b>Wedding flower bouquets are usually full of roses. And I have to admit that our daughter chose magnificent white roses for her bouquet when she was married. But having said that, bouquets can be significantly cheaper and yet look just as stunning, if you use other flower varieties. It is only tradition, and therefore demand, that pushes up the price of roses in the wedding season.</b></p><p><i>Cost is not the only thing you save. By using fresh cut local flowers, in season at the time of your wedding, will support local growers, keep your carbon footprint low and give you and your guests an appreciation of the floral wealth of your town or city.</i></p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding flowers bouquet' title='wedding flowers bouquet' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5311/7208485360_0a6276c451_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>Here are some other types of flowers that would be available in most areas of the NW states during Spring and Summer, when many young brides say "I do!"</p><p>Peonies will always look good in a wedding bouquet and they bloom at the right time for weddings. They are breathtaking when cut fresh and in perfect bloom. We have three established peonies in a section of our home garden, with a fourth small one that's just starting to exert itself. So I can say with absolute confidence the freshness and vibrancy beauty of these peonies has to be experienced to be believed. They would always make a magnificent bridal bouquet.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding flowers bouquet' title='wedding flowers bouquet' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5470/7208485680_66ae1e7331_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>So would the stately, delicately fragrant, Lily of the Valley, the colorful Ranunculus, or a selection of tulips since they bring color and liveliness into any setting. The beautifully smelling lilac goes well with tulips, and bouquets or flower arrangements will benefit from planets like Lady's Mantel or Lamb's Ear. And it's well known that Delphiniums and the common Sweet Pea will always catch eyes and add to bouquets that need a little height or body.</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding flowers bouquet' title='wedding flowers bouquet' src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5338/7208486516_e0bfe511a2_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> <p>So, consider sing non-traditional, fresh cut, flowers for your wedding bouquet. Or for your bride's maids bouquets. There are plenty of flowers out there that will look just as gorgeous as the traditional rose. So take and chance!</p><div class='separator' style='clear: both; text-align: center; max-width: 580px;'> <img alt='wedding flowers bouquet' title='wedding flowers bouquet' src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7072/7208486978_5bb9636a04_o.jpg' style='max-width: 580px;' width='h' height='h' /> </div> sheilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15728367501769764625noreply@blogger.com0