Floral Backdrops

A fun way to make your wedding as unique as you are is to have a floral backdrop.

Rather than using flowers as merely centerpieces or bouquets, how about THIS:

at your reception!  Your guests will ooh and aah.  Or even use a floral backdrop at the ceremony:

What a beautiful setting while exchanging vows.  Different flowers will, of course, be available at different times of the year.  But don't be afraid to use some color!  










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I Do Redo Sale!

Your wedding day came and went.
Time to get back the money you spent!


If you have gently-used, never-used, or over-ordered wedding items,   -OR- if you are a new bride in search of great deals, join Jubilation Events at its premiere wedding consignment sale!

Earn fast cash or find the best prices at the I Do Redo sale August 9-14.

As a bride, you can browze through tables and displays of wedding items--knowing you will find only the best price.  Jubilations staff and vendor experts will be on-hand to show you how to repurpose the items you find in fun, new ways!
As a consignor, you can clean out your wedding storage while earning money and helping new brides.  Consignors will receive a 70% commission of their items sold.

To register as a consignor, email Hannah at hanna@idoredo.net.

Check out the I Do Redo website, http://idoredo.net, for more event details.

Summer Gingham Inspiration Board

Summer is almost upon us!
Time for running through sprinklers, picnics in the park, popsicles, frolicking in the pool, and gingham!

A bright gingham wedding or party sounds like a perfect way to celebrate summer.
And, if you decide to have one, pretty pretty please invite me  : )

(Pictures: L to R: Neckties: Etsy, babybystevie | Bouquet: oncewed.com | Cupcake Liners: artfire.com | Table Runner: snippetandink.blogspot.com | Bunting: tabletopsfortotsblog.com)

How to Write Thank-You Notes

Somewhere between childhood's chore of sitting down to write a thank-you on bright colored paper to the ease of just shooting off an email, we forgot etiquette's art of writing a thank-you note.  And grandma is not pleased.  Now that you are a grownup, an email will not do, and more is expected out of you than, "Thanks for the present, you rock!"

Thank-you note-writing is a lovely tradition that has been near-forgotten in this information age.
So, let's revive a little gracious living, shall we?


1.  Be Timely


A thank-you note should be sent within two weeks of the engagement party or shower and eight        weeks upon returning from the honeymoon.


2.  Be Personal

Do not say, "Thank you for the blender."
Rather, express genuine gratitude:  "Dear Bill and Susan,  It was wonderful seeing you at our wedding!  The blender you gave us was such a thoughtful gift...."


3.  Mention Past, Allude to Future


Express the joy of the receiver's presence at your wedding.  Also, tell them of how you plan to use the gift in the future.
"The coffee maker will prove to be a wonderworker for Brad in the mornings--you know how he needs his coffee!  Thank you for thinking of my sanity."


4.  Send Note for Number of Gifts Received


If Aunt June sends you a gift for you engagement, bridal shower, and the wedding, send her three notes--one for each gift.


Now, get it in the mail.

Popular Colors 2011 - Blush Pink

Whether you want the tone of your wedding to say vintage, country-chic, sweet, or romantic, blush pink will work for you. Add this versatile color to your linens, flowers, bridesmaids dresses, invites, and anything else you can get your hands on! It can be well-accented by a multitude of colors, such as cream, gold, lime, navy, tangerine, or the classic black and white. Enjoy!

Country-Chic Wedding

We saw this idea for personalized handkerchief invitations at strictlyweddings.com and loved it! To ensure that all of your handkerchiefs are one-of-a-kind, try searching Ebay for some vintage designs rather than purchasing at a craft store. These are a unique and creative way to invite your loved ones to your country-chic wedding.

DIY Cork Board: A great way to stick with your theme while also showing off you and your fiancé's personalities. You will need:

• LOTS of corks
• Super glue
• A picture frame

 Lay out your corks on the backing of the picture frame to make sure they all fit.  If they do not, you can adjust the size by using a knife to cut down some of the corks.  Once you have your design laid out and you are sure everything fits, glue down the corks one by one.  Let your board dry, then stick the backing in the frame. Add some pictures and your board is complete!

Rice/favor holder from weddingmatters.com 

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