Something to think about…

♦Perhaps love is only the highest symbol of friendship, as all other things seem symbols of love. ♦ – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Save the Date: Do’s and Don’ts

 Congratulations, He asked and You said Yes!

Now what…you have the ring, the date, the venue and the guest list is complete.  What is your next step…preannounce your special day! 

Follow the Save the Date tips when announcing your big day!

Save the Date Etiquette

Do’s

• Do finalize your guest list first before sending out invites
• Do send within 6 months of the date (8-12 months if it is a destination wedding)
• Do include your bridesmaids, siblings and parents in the Save the Date invite
• Do include ‘and guest’ along with all names of invited guests:
• This will eliminate any assumed invitees (children, cousin’s new boyfriend, etc.)

• Do go less formal.  Keep it classy and simple. Be creative
• Do include: both of your names, date, location, web-site if needed, and formal wedding invite will follow.
• Do mark envelope, ‘magnet included’, if you are sending a Save the Date magnet

 Don’ts

• Do not send out to far in advance: people may toss them aside
• Do not send out right before finalizing your guest list: remember once you send the Save the Date you cannot un-invite them.
• Do not go formal: save that for your wedding invite!
• Do not go off-color: keep it classy and tasteful
• Do not include bridal registry in the Save the Date
• Do not include confetti or any other item that may fall out of the envelope (nothing that has to be vacuumed)
• Don’t forget to have fun while designing or choosing the perfect Save the Date

Check out some of the following Save the Date Ideas…

Get Creative…post your ideas for Save the Dates 

Cards

Magnets

Tiles

Photos

Post cards

Brochures

 E-cards

Recipe for a Warm Winter’s Night

♥Winter is a time to fall in-love all over again! We have the perfect recipe for you.  Remember to garnish with a cold, brisk night,  two people in-love, 2 cups of hot cocoa and a movie Miracle on 34th Street. ♥

Recipe for a Happy Marriage

Author Unknown 

A Good wedding cake.

1lb of youth.

4lbs of love.

1lb of good looks.

1lb of sweet temper.

3lbs of self forgetfulness.

1lb of pounded wit.

1lb of blindness of faults.

1lb of good humor.

1 tablespoon of sweet argument.

1 pint of rippling laughter.

1 wine glass of common sense.

1 oz of modesty.

Wedding Favors: To eat or not to eat?

Although finding the perfect dress and venue are top priority, your favors are what your guests are talking about.  2012 top favors range from simple and practical to yummy and edible.  Some brides want their favors to fit a theme or maybe to stand out among the rest.  Maybe you prefer your guests to enjoy their favor throughout the year and be reminded of the great time they had at your wedding. Or you may want your guests to enjoy a flavorful one time gift that will be remembered always.  For the crafty bride, send your guests home with a favor from the heart; a make it yourself favor is best. 

Get great ideas for your special day for under $5 per guest below. 

Simple but Fun Favors with practical intentions

• Themed Wine Bottle Stoppers – get creative, if you can think it; it’s probably on the market
• Luggage Tags- everyone travels these days, even if it is just a road trip
• Themed Bottle Opener- from flip-flops to ‘Fleur de Lis’ it is all out there
• Coasters- usually in set of 2
• Cookie cutters – great for Fall weddings
• Measuring spoons-
• Envelope Opener- who doesn’t get mail
• Book Markers
• Cheese spreaders

Edible and Yummy and Make It Yourself

• Jam Jars- jam id delightful any time
• Cookies- decorate with your colors
• Coffee Bean Stacks- burlap bags work great
• Hot Cocoa Mixes- great for Winter 
• Caramel Apples – great for Fall
• Fruit Bags- mini brown paper bags- Garden Wedding
• Candy Bags or Jars- Spring time
• Chocolates – great anytime

 

Calling all brides, ‘we want to hear from you!’ If you have a great favor idea you would like to share please post on our site! 

The Key to the Perfect Venue

Choosing a venue may be difficult, stressful and time-consuming  for some.  Ask yourself, ‘does this venue make me feel like a Princess, do I feel special?’  Think of what is most important to you when deciding on your castle.    Does the venue offer…  

•       One Wedding at a Time (after all its your day)
•       Customizable Packages (get what you want)
•       On-site Catering
•       Certified International Executive chef
•       On-Site Ceremony (inside and out)
•       Location (close to highways and bridges)
•       Expertly Trained Staff
•       Private Bridal Suite
•       Personal Server
•       Spectacular Views (Riverfront)

Creating Memories One Wedding at a Time

Coming Soon!