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Wedding
Planning Tips - How Do You Begin Planning Your Wedding?
Summer Wedding Theme - Some
Tips for You
Choosing A Wedding Cake
Tips on Choosing Your Wedding Planner
Tips for Planning A Small Wedding
Every Bride Must Have It
What to Look for in a Wedding
Videographer!
Choosing the
Perfect Wedding Hair Style Tips and Advice
About Styles of Wedding Dresses
Memorable Wedding Table Ideas
Wedding Planning 101: Keep It Simple With A Wedding Timeline For Brides And Grooms
Contemporary Wedding Invitations and Tradtional Wedding Invitation Etiquette
Wedding Decorations for the Perfect Wedding
Wedding Flowers: What To Consider When Planning Your Wedding
Wedding Hair Style Tips: Choose Your Wedding Day Hairstyle Carefully
Cheap Wedding Favors - Top Three Practical Options
How
to Hire a DJ for your Wedding By
DJ Kazmere of Starr Productions So you’re getting married soon and
you and your future spouse decide it’s time to start planning for the big day. Besides the venue, the caterer, photographer,
wedding gown, rings, cake, flowers, and more, you have to get a DJ or a band for your musical entertainment. Let’s say
you decide to choose a DJ over a band. A lot of top-notch professional wedding Djs get booked anywhere from 6 months to 18
months in advance, so start looking early especially if your wedding date is in May or June. Now that you know when to start looking for a DJ you need to know where
to find them. You can find Djs from a variety of sources, friends, family, the internet, print ads, from other vendors, etc.
A common mistake by most people is that they tend to believe that all DJs are pretty much the same, which couldn’t be
further from the truth. Just about every DJ has their own unique style and level of professionalism which they bring to the
table. When looking for a DJ look for a DJ that specializes in weddings, if they do other types of events to, that’s
fine as long as they have a ton of experience in weddings (At least 100 weddings). A large variety of music is important,
everybody has different tastes, and more than likely so will your guests. Now that you know where to find a DJ, and the basics of what to look for, it’s time to
start contacting Djs and start making appointments for interviewing. Keep in mind you want a professional for your wedding,
not a hobbyist, this is your wedding day, and you only get one chance to do it right. As soon as you start to contact Djs
you’ll know very soon which are professionals, and which are just “weekend warriors”. If no one answers
the phone when you call, or they don’t return your inquiry promptly (no later than 24 hours) move on to the next one.
Why? If a DJ can’t return your phone call or E-mail promptly, that shows a lack of reliability and professionalism.
If they’re too busy to return your inquiry, more than likely they may be too busy for you when you have questions, plans,
or issues which will arise. Now you have to look at your budget, what percentage of your wedding budget should go towards
your musical entertainment? On average most brides spend about 5% on a DJ, but numerous articles in bridal magazines and the
internet stated that most brides said that if they could do it all over again they would have spent probably 10%-15% of their
wedding budget on a better DJ. So the price of a DJ shouldn’t be your only factor in choosing a DJ. Make sure that the DJ has references, is willing to meet with you, see
the venue, has quality equipment, and probably most important, has a written contract. I receive about 5 phone calls a year
from brides whose Djs never showed up, or cancelled at last minute, and the bride never had a contract with the DJ to begin
with. Before signing a contract, discuss any overtime fees, your plans for your wedding, special songs, their back-up plans
for personnel, transportation, and equipment, etc. After signing a contract with any DJ, the key to a successful wedding reception
(and sometimes the ceremony) is communication. I can’t stress this enough, don’t wait until the last minute to
inform your DJ of exactly what and how you want something done. Most professional wedding Djs do much more than just play
music, some are pretty much the wedding coordinators also. They make sure that everything goes smoothly and all your “wedding
events” such as the cake cutting, toasts, garter and bouquet toss, special dances, etc get done in a reasonable time
frame. So stay in contact with you DJ, keep him/her informed, and this way you’ll both be on the same page for your
special day. Article is the copyright of Starr Productions 2005 About the Author:
DJ Kazmere is one versatile and talented DJ/remixers in today's
musical arena on the eastern seaboard and has performed thousands of various events at various venues. Even though he under
30 years old he has over 15 years of experience in the musical entertainment field.
Bridal Shower Invitations: Making Sure You Do It Right By: Jenny Curran
Planning a bridal shower invitation for a family
member or close friend can be overwhelming at first glance. By following simple steps however, you can easily create the perfect
bridal shower invitations for your event that will be appreciated by all of your guests long after the shower is over.
!b>Custom Made or Mass Produced?
Not all bridal shower invitations are created equal. Depending on which
approach you choose, you can wind up with invitations that vary greatly in terms of quality. Mass produced invitations are
usually created with standard card stock while handmade invitations allow you choose your paper and allow you to use high
quality blends that are much nicer to the touch. With off the shelf bridal shower invitations you also run the risk of using
invitations that perhaps some of your friends have used in the past. Bridal shower invitations are one of the mementos that
many of your guests will keep so it pays to make sure you are sending the very best.
Essential Information
for Bridal Shower Invitations
Bridal shower invitations should not only invite your guests to the event,
they should contain clear instructions on the location of the shower, any theme that is being used for the bridal shower and
an RSVP card that can help you determine the number of guests attending you can expect at the bridal shower. Making sure that
you include a self addressed return envelope for RSVP cards is also a great way to ensure they are returned in a timely fashion.
Bridal Shower Invitation Styles
There are many different approaches to style you can take
when designing an putting together your bridal shower invitations. A great designer will work with you to achieve the overall
look and feel of your bridal shower invitations and may suggest things such as: multi-layered design, color schemes, envelope
and seal options as well as wording and layout. Depending on your budget you can go very basic with a one card invitation
all the way up to elaborate bridal shower invitations that have many layers and materials.
Matching Elements
Is Important
Bridal shower invitations should, if possible, be approached as a set which includes the
bridal shower invitation, RSVP card and return envelope and a letter seal for the main invitation envelope. You can go a long
way in showing your attention to detail and style by making sure these items match both in design and color but also in paper
stock. This is another area where a gifted designer can help you stay on track and make sure your bridal shower invitation
elements match.
When to Send Bridal Shower Invitations
Giving yourself enough time
and mailing your bridal shower invitations early can help you organize and give your guests a chance to prepare. A good time
frame for mailing is 2-3 months prior to the bridal shower. If you have out of town guests, this will also allow you some
time to arrange accommodations at a local hotel. With group booking you can usually get a discount on the room rate for your
out of town guests. Including this in your bridal shower invitation is also useful for your guests.
These simple
guidelines can help you stay focused when planning a bridal shower and also make sure you are sending high quality, memorable
bridal shower invitations. Paying attention to the little details when it comes to your bridal shower invitations can make
a memorable impression with your guests and provide them with an high quality memento of your event. Looking for the perfect bridal shower invitations? Let Bumpercards create unique bridal shower invitations
that will always make the right impression. Visit us today for Bridal Shower Invitations and unique personalized stationery. Article Source: http://freewebcontents.com
Wedding Checklist -Organizing
That Special Day By: Robert Thomson
Wedding bells ringing in the future?
This is a tradition that dates back to ancient times when it was thought that with the ringing of wedding bells, evil is warded
off. The excitement of an upcoming wedding leaves the bride and groom tingling. Having a grand wedding that people talk about
for years to come is the dream of every couple. They want their wedding day to be special where everyone is happy and bless
them whole-heartedly.
For this to take fruition, a lot of detail needs to be taken care of and a wedding checklist
made. It can be very arduous and haphazard if not well planned. Beginning to create a wedding in your mind should begin much
in advance. There are numerous things that need to be taken care of and ensuring nothing is missed.
Starting off
with buying an organizer or wedding planner to make a step-by-step wedding checklist and making a beginning.
The
first thing would be to decide on the type of wedding and style of the wedding. This can be done by the bride and groom sitting
together and involving parents on both sides. This makes the parents feel wanted and enjoy the wedding along with the couple.
If you can afford it, it would be a great idea to find wedding coordinators who also act as consultants to give you various
ideas on what is required and how to go about it. They will also help you with the type of decoration you wish to have or
a theme wedding if you desire. Friends play a very important role in a wedding. A friend’s wedding is an awaited occasion
and filled with fun. Involve close friends from both sides to get ideas.
Once you decide on the type of wedding,
next thing to do is to contact the clergy, begin checking out locations for the actual wedding ceremony, rehearsals, reception
and other events. The major chunk of time will be taken up in deciding on the bakers, caterers, photographers, videographers,
florists, and music. This needs to be done many months in advance to ensure they are available and you get what you want.
Once all these external things are taken care of, time to prepare the guest list to ensure no important person
is left out in the last minute. Talk to people who you want as attendants. Start shopping for the wedding dress and accessories
for yourselves as well as the attendants. It may be a wise idea to begin looking at honeymoon options available and make travel
plans well in advance too. Prepare the menu for the different ceremonies.
About four months ahead of the wedding,
time to finalize on all the above. Shop till you drop for the gifts, lingerie, travel clothes, party clothes, gifts for the
fiancé etc. Make appointments with the beautician.
A couple of months ahead, time to send out the wedding
invitations. Spend at least a couple of days with the family and relax without doing anything at all.
The day
is dawning closer and you are left with one week to go. Check all the fine details with all the wedding professionals. Give
the list of guests to the caterer. Fine-tune any dressing needs. Finish packing for the honeymoon. Schedule the day prior
to the wedding as a free day and relax so that you look great on your wedding day.
If all these are done beforehand,
things can be done without any hassles and getting rushed. Starting at least 6 months before the wedding if possible is a
great idea and this will allow you to have a wedding of your choice and enjoy the wedding too. Herman Tumurcuoglu the author is an consultant of Marriage Gifts. You can find more information by clicking here about Wedding Checklist. Article Source: http://freewebcontents.com
| 10 Common Wedding Reception Mistakes | By: Matt Campbell |
| | Every
bride wants a fairytale wedding. Therefore, this article is to try and minimize problems that may occur during a wedding reception.
Listed below are the more common mistakes made by brides and grooms during your wedding reception. We will tell you what to
do! Don’t leave early. Your guests came from near and far to see you on your wedding day. Not staying the whole time
of the reception would be a slap in the face. This will be the only time most of your family and friends will be able to see
you as you will be very busy with last minute preparations the days leading up to the wedding.Setup all the tables. Your wedding
vendors will need to know where to set-up. Be sure there is a table for the wedding cake, music entertainment, catered food,
sign-in near the entrance, gift table, tables and chairs for all your guests to eat and any other tables you may have planned
for specialty items.Preplan with your vendors a day or two before the wedding. Be sure all your wedding vendors know exactly
what you want. Clarify times and location so you don’t need to worry about them.Don’t arrive late to the reception.
It is customary that guests do not start eating until the bride and groom start the food line. Be sure to get as many of your
pictures taken BEFORE the wedding. There are many ways to accomplish this. One is to have the entire bride’s family
pictures taken. Then, have the bride return to the dressing room. Next, take pictures of the groom and his family as guests
can see the groom before the wedding. This way you will not compromise the groom seeing the bride before the wedding. Therefore,
all that is left after the ceremony are pictures of the happy couple.Don’t seat the young at heart directly in front
of the music entertainment. Older generations are at a wedding typically to socialize with their family and friends. If they
cannot hear each other talk, an unhappy situation may occur. So, if by choice, seat the young at heart near the wedding party
but away from the entertainer’s speakers. Don’t have one particular type of music. There are many different types
of people in the world. And yes, they include your family and friends. For example, the bride and groom may love country music.
It doesn’t mean you have to play country music the whole night. There is a lot of celebration music besides what you
like.Start the food line or meal as soon as possible. Guests plan their meal times the day of your wedding around your reception.
Guest will not eat a big meal before your wedding because they know they will be eating at your reception. Don’t starve
them.Know what it will cost you if the reception goes into overtime. Ask the reception facility exactly how long you have
the hall to rent and what time you must be out. Please allow time for cleanup if you are the ones doing it. What is the overtime
charge for the facility, music entertainment, photography, etc?Greet and say hello to all your guests. Finally and most importantly,
greet all your guests. Make an effort to have a conversation with each and every person. They are there to celebrate your
marriage. Give them the common courtesy of thanking them for coming to your wedding.Don’t get drunk and obnoxious. Keep
in mind the only time brides and grooms eat during the wedding day rituals are at the wedding reception. There’s not
much food in your stomach and alcohol will affect you much faster. Try and eat throughout the day and watch how much you drink.
You want your guests to remember how beautiful the bride looked, not how you acted. About the Author About The Author: Matt
Campbell is the owner and webmaster for Weddingmuseum.com. Weddingmuseum.com is a place to plan, book and rate your wedding
day. You can email him at matt@weddingmuseum.com or visit http://www.WeddingMuseum.com |
| Plan the Perfect Wedding Shower | By: ARA |
| | (ARA)
- A wedding shower should be fun for everyone involved: the bride, the guests, and even the hostess. A little advance planning
ensures that happens. First, a bit of etiquette: the shower is usually hosted by the maid or matron of honor, or a close family
friend. The guest list should include only people who have been invited to the wedding, unless the shower is hosted by co-workers.
Showers are traditionally held a month or two before the wedding; this can be a very stressful and busy time for the bride,
so make sure the date fits into her schedule before making all the arrangements. Showers are supposed to help the bride and
groom equip their new home, so they’re often planned around a specific theme: recipe showers, camping showers, linen
showers, etc. In choosing a theme, consider things that are important to the bride. Does she love to cook? Consider a recipe
party. Does she like to entertain? How about a “stock the bar” shower? Is the couple moving into a new home after
the wedding? A tool shower can help them collect the essentials they’ll need. Once you decide on a theme, you can use
it to tie in decorations, gifts, even the food and games. * Invitations The theme starts here. For a cooking shower, send
invitations written on recipe cards, or cut out leaf shapes for a garden shower. Make it clear if guests are expected to bring
a certain type of gift. * Decorations Your local party supply store is a good place to start, and the Internet is also a great
resource. Look for paper goods that carry out your theme -- a floral design for a garden shower, for example. Another good
option is to decorate for the shower in the colors the bride has chosen for her wedding. * Food Showers usually involve a
light lunch or appetizers. Tastefully Simple sells gourmet food products that make it easy to put together an impressive menu.
Most of the company’s products require only one or two ingredients to prepare, or can be enjoyed right out of the package.
For example, the Creamy Wild Rice Soup mix can be used to make a delicious wild rice casserole that can be the main course
of your menu. Or spread softened cream cheese on flour tortillas, top with Tastefully Simple’s Sweet Pepper Jalapeno
Jam, roll tortillas, chill and slice into spirals for beautiful hors d’oeuvres. The company’s Web site has a complete
selection of products and more serving and menu ideas. You can even choose Tastefully Simple as your shower theme. A consultant
will organize a home taste-testing party, offering samples, easy meal ideas, recipes and serving suggestions. Guests can order
for themselves and for the bride. * Games People tend to be split into two camps where shower games are concerned -- either
they think no shower would be complete without them, or they’d rather visit the dentist than play them. Take your lead
from the bride on this one; after all, it’s her party. Check your local bookstore, library, or the Internet for party
game ideas. Chances are you’ll be able to find a game that ties in with your theme. For example, if you’re having
a recipe shower, you could play the apron game: attach a variety of kitchen utensils to an apron and have the bride put it
on and model it for a couple of minutes, then leave the room. Have guests write down as many items as they can remember; the
person with the longest list wins. * Party favors While party favors are not essential, they are a nice touch. Choose wisely,
and your party favors can double as part of your decorative theme. For example, for a garden party, use small potted plants
with guests’ names painted on the pots as a place card on the table. When the party is over, guests can take the plant
home as a memento. You can also use personalized photo frames, champagne flutes or candles in the same way. If you’re
throwing a kitchen shower, send guests home with a tasty treat such as Tastefully Simple’s Spinach and Herb Mix, or
their Garlic Garlic and Bacon Bacon dip mixes. Use these tips to plan the perfect shower. You’ll be a relaxed, gracious
hostess and the bride will have a very special day to remember. Tastefully Simple products are sold through home taste-testing
parties. To find a consultant in your area, or for more information on products, visit www.tastefullysimple.com or call (866) 328-6673. Courtesy of ARA Content About the author: Courtesy of ARA Content |
| How
to Save on Wedding Catering Services | By:
Ispas Marin |
| | If you're
not being able to pay for a wedding catering service to fully cater your event you can save with some low-cost ideas. If presented
with flair, even the simplest of foods can be special. Don't forget about the wedding cake and the beverages. As a rule
of thumb, buffets are cheaper than sit-downs because of less staff needed by the catering service. Here are four ideas that
can help save on the catering services.1. Salad Luncheon/ReceptionIf the wedding is late morning you can provide a wonderful
salad luncheon. It's cheaper than a sit-down meal and you can offer a wide selection of salads with salads dressings,
fruits and breads.2. Hors d'oeuvres Reception - Deli/Party Trays ReceptionThis event is best placed between 11:00 AM and
5:00 PM or after an evening wedding. Light finger foods should be provided, like fruit and vegetable platters, chips and dips,
and crackers. You can also provide more substantial foods like meat and cheese trays, oysters, shrimp cocktails chicken wings
and egg rolls.3. Decadent Dessert Reception or Dessert PartyIt's appropriate between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM and after an
evening wedding. An extensive assortment of rich desserts should be served, and beverages like coffee and tea.4. A Simple
Cake and Punch ReceptionAs long as it's not during meal time you can let your guests serve cake. You can have a simple
and elegant cake and punch reception. The planning should be for the mid morning, afternoon or after an evening wedding. You
should make sure that your guests are informed in time that they will not receive a full meal.There are a lot more ideas that
you can find online about how to reduce the cost on the wedding catering services and still have an enjoyable event, just
search on google and you'll see. About the author: Visit http://www.catererfinder.comWe can help you find catering service that suits your requirement. |
| 6 Useful Tips to Cut Wedding Costs | By: Dulce Azogue |
| | Weddings
are very nice occasions people want to attend to. But they can be time consuming and demand enormous attention on the part
of the couple with lots of things to prepare for, in order for their wedding to be memorable. They can be very expensive,
too. So how can you prepare for your wedding if you wan to save and are on a budget? Here are some tips.1.Invitations. If
you think that inviting people by giving them cards with fancy designs and made of expensive ink is still important to you,
you may consider discarding that idea. You’re on a budget, right? Your main goal is to cut costs on things not that
important to you. Besides, the people you’re inviting might just throw them away after reading it or when the wedding
is over, so why bother? It could just waste your time and money. If you still insist on giving them invitations, then do it
on a budget. You may go for DIY wedding cards instead. Or buy an inexpensive ink and cheap but lovely papers. You may also
just send them an ecard, especially to people living out of the country. Or better yet, if you’re not thinking about
formality, just call them.2.Guests. The number of guests shouldn’t be too large if you want to cut wedding costs. Invite
only your closest friends and family members. You’ll save on the food, too.3.Photographer. No matter what the cost is,
you’ll be able to find a professional wedding photographer. If you want your memories to last forever, then hire a professional
who has the equipment and knows his craft. It’s a more preferable choice to a mere hobbyist who just might make mistakes.
Remember, you’re paying for a service and you don’t want to risk on it. 4.Cake. If you’re no the type who
values the look of your wedding cake a lot, then don’t go for a tall, grand look that costs a lot. Have a small cakeshop
do the job instead.5.Musicians. Don’t go for a band if you can’t afford it. Hire a very talented small-time singer
instead. Give her the piece or the songs she will sing in advance and make sure she’ll be able to carry them out really
well.6.Prioritize, prioritize, prioritize. There are things that you want in your wedding that may not be within your budget.
List those that are important to you in one group, then list those that are not in another. Learn to give value to those you
believe will make your wedding memorable and discard the ones that are just frill to you, or go for a budget-friendly alternative.
The key is to adjust with the budget you have.A wedding is an important occasion to people who will spend their lives together,
and it must be something that should be taken much time and preparation. Remember to save in advance if you want to have that
special day a success to you both, and to people who will attend it. About the Author Dulce Azogue is a work-at-home mom with
two kids. Learn the best tips and tactics like these to cut your wedding costs and still have a beautiful wedding. To get
your FREE information, visit http://www.the-oriental-home.com/weddingtips/index.html where you an download the ebook, “101 Money Saving Tips” at no cost. |
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