Archive for June, 2010
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Happy planning!
I’ve tasted this one first hand – and YUM! It’s absolutely perfect for a summer wedding – especially one taking place outdoors.
Of course, you should coordinate your drink with your wedding colors! Check out this very HOT drink – which is perfect for a little something blue!
Here’s how it’s made
1 1/2 oz. Vodka
1/2 oz. Blue Curacao
2 oz. Sweet and Sour Mix
7-Up or Sprite
Lemon Slice
Add a Maraschino Cherry for color
Substitute that Vodka for some Rum – and you are in signature drink heaven!
Happy planning!
Who could be more sophisticated than Grace Kelly? She was “simplistic” elegance and grace. When I think of pure sophistication – I think of the women of “days olde”. The hair was simple, the dresses were simple - and now – 60-70 years later – still in style.
The hair – the hair sets off the entire look. Little adornment but totally classy.
Check out these styles “of olde”.
OMG – the flowers! I’m in heaven. I love the look of a few small blooms in the hair – maybe some orchids, or stephanotis. No veil, no nothing – just a few simple blooms carefully placed.
Ho hum.
Happy styling.
Eco-Couture Dresses made from Silk or Hemp Silk.
Amazingly beautiful!
Gorgeous!
Now, a few dresses for those who are expecting “Life’s Greatest Gift” on their wedding day – by Jessica Iverson
Jessica IversonLovely!
Happy planning!
What’s more fun and fabulous than Kenny Rogers? He’s been around forever – and is always consistent!
Sniffle.
Happy song choosing!
At an Iranian wedding, Sofreh Aghd and the items placed on it have deep symbolic meaning.
The most signific
ant items are the mirror and candelabras. It is a tradition that the Groom’s family will purchase these two items – and often, they will come from Iran. The large central mirror is placed directly in front of the Bride and Groom. It should be large enough that all the witnesses behind can see everyone. The mirror represents the bright light that shines into ones future.
2 candelabras flank the central mirror and symbolize Zoroastrian faith.
Bread represents prosperity.
Walnuts, almonds or hazelnuts represent fertility.
Bowl of crystallized sugar, bowl of honey, and Persian Sweets symbolize the Sweetness of life.
Esphand keeps away the evil eye and is often burned on hot coal as the Bride and Groom enter the ceremony area.
Temreh – a beautiful silk (or other fine fabric) embroidered cloth – symbolizes tradition.
A small bowl of gold coins symbolizes wealth.
The Holy Book, and small bowls of Herbs and Fruit are also placed on the Sofreh.
So beautiful! Ho hum.
Happy planning.
Thanks to Sofreh Aghd and Sofreh Atelier for the information. Thanks to Wedding Bee for the awesome picture.
The perfect signature drink for a fall wedding, The Ginger Apple Cider with Brandy will warm your guests hearts.
You need extra hands to serve this one up – it’s worth it!
Here’s what’s in it…
2 1/4 cups apple cider
1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh ginger
2 whole allspice
3 ounces brandy
Candied ginger chunks, cut into cubes, rolled in superfine sugar (optional)
For an outdoor wedding – perfect!
Happy mixing!
Thanks to Martha Stewart for this warm idea!
I love the feeling of a tented reception. It’s so light, airy, and free. Plus, when you are renting the tent, you can do just about anything under the tent.
A lot can be done under the tent to make it pretty. Of course, it starts with the chairs and linens you use, but also you can get liners, parasols, lighting – to give it the little extra “Oomph”. So pretty. Believe it or not, the extra added touches really do make a difference.
Check this out!
Before
After
Big difference! Plus, the white aisle runner wasn’t in this picture when I took it.
This tent is so beautiful, soft and elegant – and what an impression!
This tent is located at the Sunken Garden at the Mount Vernon Inn – and belongs to the Inn.
Happy planning!
You can have beautiful flowers – that are also Eco Friendly! Here’s how!
- As you interview florists – ask them if they work with local growers – or be willing to work with local growers. Also ask if they work with growers who are certified with Veriflora. Shipping flowers from Holland, or from other exotic places, creates a huge environmental impact.
- Consider silk. I wouldn’t recommend that you do the silk flowers yourself. Go to a professional florist who is an expert in working with and dying silk flowers. This way, at the end of the night, he/she can take the arrangements back and use them again at another wedding.
- Use arrangements that can be later planted in a garden or grown in a planter. Depending upon the time of year, you, your family or your guests can take home arrangements and plant them in their garden. Herbs or vegetables might be a nice choice.
- Take your flowers to a hospital or rest home and let the residents enjoy them!
There are a lot of ways that you can still have gorgeous and professional flowers – and still be environmentally responsible. There is a lot of room for creativity – so have fun!
Happy planning!
The lovely image is by Thomas Graves.
Today, it’s fun and fabulous music! There are so many choices for Father/Daughter and Mother/Son dance songs.
Check this one out!
In My Life – The Beetles
Happy remembering!
