I saw on a couple of brides blogs that they sent in an invitation to Cinderella and got a certificat...
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10/02/2009
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Wedding Decoration
Some DIY and inspiration
Here are some of my DIY pomanders. The 12" (which I have labeled as 10") cornflower pomander would have been way cheaper to buy, I think and it was a pain in the a$$, but it turned out really pretty cool. I also did 2 of the large 14" covered in leaves which was really easy. There are a couple of pictures that I'm going to use for inspiration.
We're also going to do a ring warming, but didn't want to just pass out the rings, or put them on a pillow, so we're doing a book. The inside will be padded, like a pillow, and the rings will be tied in. The book will then be passed around to the guests (or at least to the families) for well-wishes and prayers. |
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09/22/2009
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Wedding Photography
Engagement pics
Here are a couple of our engagement pics from our photographers blog. I wish I could get them to show at least one of them on the pics section, but... I'm at work. ;-) Nothing really works here.
http://nixonphotography.wordpress.com/2009/09/22/these-two-may-look-familiar/ |
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09/12/2009
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Anyone want to be a guinea pig?
As many other brides have found out while doing their own DIY bridal items, I have discovered that I LOVE doing my pinwheels. They're overtaking my house. :-) I'm enjoying it immensely, and am considering turning it into some kind of business. What I'm thinking is:
Bubble wands, pinwheels, Ribbon wands What I don't know is: What I would charge, approximate time frame it would take, and shipping costs. Would someone like to help me out? Here's the deal... You pay for supplies (except for my trial items) I cover labor and shipping. What I'd like to do (especially with the pinwheels...) is make sure nothing gets crushed, squashed, demolished, etc. Anyone game? I'm thinking 2 or 3 people, first come first served? Feedback appreciated and expected! |
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09/01/2009
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Wedding Reception
Things I still want
I'm really loving the idea of corsages for my bridesmaids, with ribbon instead of elastic, with feathers and flowers. I'd like to do the same with my shoes... or something similar. And I think we're going to do a ring bearer book (we may not have a ring bearer, and just have a ring carrier instead of a flower girl...) and pic three is another thought that I've got in my head.
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08/31/2009
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Ring Warming?
Since I didn't get a response to my other post... (this question was way at the bottom) Has anyone seen a ring warming done? Any hints, tips, suggestions... irritations? Size restrictions?
Just give me your thoughts!!! *** EDIT *** I've got information on it, but I'd just wondered if anyone had seen it done before. It seems to be a more Australian "thing"... I know we have members from all over the place, and was hoping a nice Australian bride would help me out! From http://www.ceremonies.com.au/sitefiles/res_symbol.htm: Warming of the Rings Around the world the wedding rings are the strongest and most visible sign of the bond these two people are about to make. A commitment to life, to each other and to the future. With a ring warming in your ceremony the rings will not only be a gift from one to another but will be given with the love, support and wisdom of all present. The rings are passed amongst all the guests and they hold the rings thus giving their personal blessing upon the rings before the bride & groom exchange the rings. At the time the rings are exchanged it might be with words like: "These rings, now warmed by those you love the most will forever show the world your are one and they will carry with them the eternal love and blessing of your families." And some more...http://www.kyarose.com/ceremony.html Couples choosing to have very small weddings will sometimes request a Ring Warming after the symbology talk and before the blessing. Larger weddings have a more difficult time pulling off a ring warming without losing the emotional intensity of the ceremony, but in an intimate setting, it can enhance the magic. *Ring Warming (optional) The wedding rings are secured together with a ribbon or in a small bag and passed to each guest in turn. The guest with the rings gets the opportunity to offer a prayer, blessing or wish for the wedding couple, either silently or aloud. In this manner the rings are "warmed" with good thoughts before being returned to the officiant and either blessed or simply handed to the Bride and Groom to exchange with each other. Here's another wording sample from www.shineservices.com.au/Sample_Ceremony_1.pdf: RING WARMING CEREMONY Ladies and Gentlemen - welcome to this beautiful location on the occasion of A and Bs wedding. Shortly they will make their vows to each other, symbolising their commitment by exchanging wedding rings. What I now ask you to do is to warm these rings by passing them around. As you hold them in your hands, pause for a moment, and make your wishes for the couple and for their future before you pass them on to the next person. Symbolically I ask that the bag starts its journey with As mother AA and is passed from guest to guest finishing with Bs mother BB. They will be retrieved by the Best Man for the ring exchange during the ceremony. |
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08/30/2009
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EVERYTHING!!
So excited to be back!
Ugh. My computer's been acting weird. The FH brought me another one, and didn't add me an account, so I haven't been able to get on for WAY TOO LONG! I've jumped on at work, but it's not quite the same.
We've gotten so much done the last couple of days: We got our DJ Finalized our invitations Changed our cake information Found double sided paper for my pinwheels & validated the design worked Things that have gotten stuck in my head: Ring book, instead of a ring bearers pillow (thank you to whomever sent along the offbeat bride blog! IN LOVE!) Ring warming... again offbeat bride kicks A$$. Has anyone been to a wedding with a ring warming? Any thoughts about how big of a wedding is too big with one? |
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08/16/2009
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Wedding Invitation
New invitation options...
I just got a couple of options back from my invitation person. I'm torn! These are the two that I've fallen in love with. I like the tree; FH likes the flowers.
What do you all think? |
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08/12/2009
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How do you...
I'm getting ready to start another job, start my master's degree, and keep myself sane. With the recent venue change, my wedding planning load has decreased immensely, but will still be there.
My priorities have to be: 1. My spiritual & emotional health 2. My physical health (including food and exercise) 3. My relationship with my FH, family, and dog 4. My jobs (regular job, PT job, school, & wedding planning) I'm not sure how I'm going to work this out, but I know I will. The PT job will (hopefully) only be temporary, so it won't be that big of an issue. What are your priorities and how are you keeping them in order? |
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08/10/2009
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Wedding Reception
Streamer throw
Since I had to change the time of my wedding, sparklers are going to be a no go. I was thinking about just skipping the throwing/lighting of anything. But maybe I'll change my mind. I love the idea of these streamers. I'm wondering if I can figure out how to DIY it.
Wish me luck, and provide any thoughts or instructions if you manage to find them anywhere! |
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08/08/2009
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Wedding Flowers
Pomander ideas
Anyone who has paid attention over the last couple of days, knows that I have been having a heck of a time trying to figure out what to do with the pomander balls that I made. I've been looking for ideas, and have found the last little bit these pics. I'm IN LOVE with the picture of the pomanders around the arch. It looks like some of them are hanging and some of them are attached to something...
I'm going to brainstorm about this. Anyone have any thoughts about how I might be able to pull this off? |
chellie
| 3 | years since wedding |
Michelle
Jeremy
Jun 12, 2010
Dayton,
Ohio,
United States
Manor House
Manor House
Nixon's Photography
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