Weddings

Every couple has its own needs and desires, and yours may not include material wedding gifts from your guests. Think twice before you put a note about "no gifts" on your invitation. Telling your...

Finding the right cake topper for your wedding cake is one task that many brides don't expect to be so challenging or time consuming, but it can easily become daunting. Before you begin your...

Tulle is a sheer fabric that adds a soft, decorative touch to parties and weddings. Tulle can be used on tables, chairs or even draped on the walls. Tulle is fluid, making it simple to manipulate,...

The roll of bridesmaid isn’t an easy one. You have to assist both the bride and maid of honor. Here you’ll find a list of your responsibilities, so that you'll be able to be the best bridesmaid...

As the maid of honor you’re the bride’s right hand lady. Here are some tips for doing your job right way.

If you are having a wedding or baby or bridal shower soon, you need this recipe on the list. It is so delicious and everyone will want to know what the simple ingredients are. You could test and...

If you are getting married soon and are looking for a cute, yet budget friendly centerpiece idea for your reception, this is a great idea. It is very cute and will help your guests get more...

Wedding centerpieces are typically some sort of flower arrangement or something with balloons or some really elegant and fancy looking. Rarely do you ever see wedding centerpieces that can be...

Your wedding day is perhaps the most memorable day of your life. Because it is such a special day you might feel the need to spend more than you have to make it perfect. However, you don’t need to...

Learn how to make a wedding bouquet, and make this beautiful nosegay wedding bouquet. The nosegay bouquet is the number one favorite of all brides. That is not surprising since it is simple,...

You can personalize a wedding ceremony location by adding your own decor to the aisle. You may not want a fancy runner on which to walk down the aisle. You can create a beautiful border to frame...

There are many different types of toppers for a wedding cake. From monograms to bride and groom sculptures, each style gives beauty and uniqueness to a cake. A quick and easy wedding cake topper...

Advice cards have become a popular feature of bridal showers. Guests write their own marriage advice on the cards which are then given to the bride to be. These cards may be handed out to be...

According to tradition, there are specific types of gifts a couple typically gives each other based on what year of an anniversary it is. The second wedding anniversary is a special day that...

If the bride-to-be for an upcoming wedding shower hasn't registered for gifts, or if you want to bypass her registry, give her a meaningful present that goes beyond the typical kitchen...

The wedding is finally over and the honeymoon has just begun. You are off to Hawaii for a week or two of serious one-on-one honeymoon fun. The first few days may be spent exploring the confines of...

For years and year, flowers have played a large role in the decorations for wedding receptions. Flowers are beautiful no matter the season and tend to add natural, soft and elegant decoration...

The invitations set the tone for a wedding shower, whether it's formal and traditional or fun and playful. They also communicate the information that attendees need for the celebration. Choosing...

Weddings can be as formal as you would like them to be. When planning a wedding, keep several strategies for formal wedding etiquette in mind when choosing your invitations, venue and food....

A bride and a groom will give gifts to their wedding party to show appreciation to the attendants for participating in the wedding. There are a wide variety of gift options available, from picture...

Expenses for a wedding can quickly add up for a bride on a budget. After paying to cater a meal for a few hundred people and renting the reception venue, it's difficult to justify a large budget...

When choosing dresses for your bridesmaids, take a few things into consideration: your wedding colors and style, and the bridesmaids' figures and budgets. Balance these factors to determine which...

A beautiful aisle runner is essential to the wedding ceremony; it is a staple of wedding photos and makes a lovely symbolic element of the journey to a new life together. Many couples want to...

Card cages keep wedding cards organized and easy to transport when it's time to clean up after your reception. Guests put their cards through the slits. Card cages can cost more than $40 at a...

Diamonds and diamond simulants and synthetics have been growing closer in appearance and chemical makeup rapidly during the last 10 years. There are, however, simple tests an amateur without high...

Planning for a wedding can be time consuming and overwhelming if you don't get organized early. The key to a smooth wedding planning process is to break down each task and assign it a time frame...

The holidays can be a wonderful time to celebrate a special wedding. Since most people are already in high spirits and many have time off planned, a Christmas wedding can be a joyful occasion....

On her special day every bride wants to look amazing. How a bride wears her hair is key to her total look. This is her day to be a beautiful vision of grace for her groom and her wedding guests....

There's a reason so many women grow their hair out for weddings--choices. After all, when it comes to a wedding, your hairstyle is one of the most important accessories. And don't forget the power...

A lot of things go into planning a wedding. How long it takes a couple to plan their wedding depends a lot on the size of the wedding they want, their budget and other events going on in their...

Tulle and strings of small lights add a romantic atmosphere to almost any setting. Tulle is an inexpensive lacy fabric that is easy to work with. Both tulle and lights are available in many...

According to CostofWedding.com, the average cost of a wedding in the United States is between $15,299 and $25,498. Most couples' wedding budget is usually 50% less than what they actually end up...

Creating an enchanted environment for a Cinderella wedding worthy of any fairy tale takes money or a crafty person who is willing to devote her time to turn the venue into a magical place. Look...

Of all the things to think about when planning a wedding, reception linens are often the last thing on your mind. However, if you plan to have a dinner with place settings at each table,...

For wedding guests, the menu is one of the most memorable parts of a wedding reception, so choosing the right food is a top concern for many couples as they plan their weddings. It's the job of...

The invitations are usually the first official glimpse guests will get of a wedding. Besides disclosing all the pertinent information such as when and where the wedding will take place, the...

Do you have a big event coming up but you don't have much time to get extremely dark skin by the date? Do you tan easily or have you used a tanning bed in the past, but you know you need a little...

Are you a blushing bride and/or groom, bridesmaid, maid of honor or a family member or friend of the bride and groom and you are interested in buying wedding favors for a decent, discounted price?...

Wedding expenses can creep up. Here are a few tips for cutting costs.

Weddings can be expensive. But certain styles can cost less, and as yours truly always says "Presentation is key..." Here I will tell you how to pull of an inexpensive wedding with a...

Many couples labor over the many choices in wedding albums at their fingertips. You wedding is special and you will want to keep the memories close for a long time. You want something classic,...

The best moments of any couple are the first few months after the weddings. There is no doubt it. They are filled with sweet memories that can be cherished throughout the life. After this comes...

Hand-made stationery adds a personal touch to your wedding invitations, RSVP cards, and thank-you notes. When creating wedding stationery, consider the size of the guest list when determining the...

DIY wedding invitations provide an excellent means of aiding a wedding budget. With the availability of various supplies from craft, stationary and online stores, the possibilities are endless,...

In her famous etiquette book published in 1922, Emily Post wrote, "The wedding cake is almost always ordered from the caterer...It is usually in several tiers, beautifully decorated...and topped...

When couples choose to have a wedding video, they choose a product that will convey not only the memories of the day but the very emotions, actions and feelings experienced by the bride, her new...

Cupcake stands, towers or trees, as they are often called, are becoming more and more popular as an alternative to the traditional wedding cake. The stand has several layers, tapering to a small...