This is harteli76's Red Wedding!

A few weeks ago i went to dollar tree to check out the beautiful vases that i am going to use for my tables. i decided i am going to get the seven inch ones even though i bought one nine inch to test my idea. i also bought the rose petals in white. they are beautiful so i will order a case of those. I also piked up our toasting glasses they are beautiful and heavy. i love them. Pat Catans a craft store here had a huge sale on Bridal stuff so i actuall bought these rose stems for 50cents each they are gardenias actually but i love them may put them on the Bridal pillow i got from Dollar tree.

I also visited the website and they have these tutorials for being a DT bride this would be perfect for any color schme or theme. so i downloaded the pics for yall to see go on over and get your wedding stuff for less..

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I went over to wedding chicks and saw several monograms i love and now i need your help chooseing which one i want to use these will go on tags on the favor boxes. Input please ladies.the deep purple is an accent color since my colors are cherry red,lavender and gold

An Exotic wedding incorporates the sights and sounds of a faraway land. It can reflect your ancestral heritage or simply be a place that you love. Everything from the décor, to your dress and the food, reflects the experience of that location. Think, "Where would I get married if money were no object?" Dream big and then try to find a way to make your dream a reality. If you can’t go there, bring the flavor and style to you! Your exotic style is not limited to only exotic locations! Your buzzwords are "international fusion," "vibrant," "mysterious" and "cultural." It doesn’t matter if you are not actually going to an exotic location to get married. What matters is that you bring the sights and sounds of your Exotic style to whatever location you choose — even if it’s your own backyard!

Your Stationery: As an Exotic bride you should be bold with your choices and get the guests in the mood of the exotic destination for your wedding. Even if they aren’t actually going anywhere, and you will simply be creating the essence of your Exotic wedding "location" on paper. Using specific type fonts, you can deliver the feeling of an Exotic wedding. Color is also an element that can really be played up with an Exotic style. See the Color Palette booklet in Style Your Dream Wedding for a great selection of exotic palettes that you can choose from. Be playful and scent your invitations with essential oils like exotic sandalwood, or adorn them with unique flourishes like a peacock’s feather.

Your Dress: Whatever your Exotic fantasy, the dress should reflect the style and sensibility of the culture or tradition you have chosen for your wedding. With an Exotic wedding you want everyone’s senses to be filled with the beauty of a unique time and place and have it reflect who you are and your cultural heritage or your passions. Don’t hold back with your dress and don’t let anyone else hold you back. Do your research, solidify your concept, and find a dress that reflects the style and sets the tone for the wedding. If you are going to have a traditional dress, like a Sari from India, then be sure to have someone who knows how to wrap you in it on your wedding day. If you are going with a traditional dress, take it all the way and be dramatic and unique! Everyone will remember your wedding, if you play up the Exotic style.

Your Hair: From where are you pulling your inspiration? Gorgeous hair clips from India could adorn your hair or perhaps you will opt for chopsticks from Japan. You must look at your gown and decide what style would be best for your hair and one that works well with the gown and the cultural statement you are making. This is a time when you may even want to add extensions to create more drama or a hairpiece to do a particular up do. Meet with your stylist well in advance and work with him/her to create a style that works well with your dress and your vision.

Hair is an important element and you should take time finding the right hairstyle to reflect the overall wedding style. Planning is necessary for an Exotic hairstyle that has any level of complexity to it. You will want to consider whether or not it will hold its own against the elements that time of year without someone having to follow you around with a can of hairspray and a brush all day.

Your Flowers: Research is key. With an Exotic wedding, you need to determine the style influences that you are working with and how they play out with wardrobe and invitations. When it comes to translating this into flowers, you need to either have a discerning eye and knowledge of flowers or hire a professional to help you.

Play off your color palette with the many exotic flower choices from around the world. You can then add other floral elements or decorations that are traditional to your exotic locale or your exotic style. For example, perhaps you would like to use incense or large palm fronds to enhance your style instead of traditional flowers. What about cactus on the tabletops or individual exotic orchids in various colors on each table. Chapter Four, "Your Flowers," has a wealth of ideas to inspire you. Consult with your floral stylist and he/she should be able to turn your favorite colors and floral choices into gorgeous wedding arrangements and bouquets to reflect your own personal style statement.

Your Ceremony: Whatever your Exotic style is, carry the theme into your ceremony. Pretend you are making a movie when you are planning your Exotic wedding and incorporate the people, places and things of your intended destination. For example, perhaps you want to get married in Japan and you don’t have the budget to fly everyone to Japan and make it happen. An option could be to rent Memoirs of a Geisha and pull out elements like the kimonos or the stunning hair and makeup, and work with your bridesmaids and wedding professionals to help you bring that theme to life in your local venue. If you have a creative streak and/or artistic people around you, an Exotic wedding can be a fun project for everyone to join in and create together – like the collaborative effort that goes into a Broadway play or a movie. Think set design, costume design and art direction!

Your Reception: Whether it’s with Geisha serving girls or belly dancers, rice paper lanterns, or pillows covering all seating, there are many ways to carry the theme through to your reception. Having unusual dishes served that are common to whatever exotic locale your wedding embodies is a great way to include your guests in your style. For your entertainment, consider hiring a professional dancer or two to show your guests the incredible dances from their culture. You could be very lavish and have people fanning your guests if it is a hot summer night. Follow the Exotic wedding traditions and everyone will enjoy attending a reception that incorporates beautiful and interesting customs that will be new and memorable for all.

Your Cake: Think outside the box with your cake, as you may not want a cake at all. Not every culture has traditional wedding cakes, but certainly most have "sweets" of some kind. Research these "sweets" and indulge your guests in these savory treats.

Your Photography: As the queen of "before and after" shows I encourage you to shoot the before. Even if your photographer is not on-site yet, you can take your own digital camera or have someone shoot it for you. Also document the process as you transform a location to your exotic wedding spot. It’s fun to see a place transformed in just a few hours, and it’s fun to have your very own wedding, "before and after" documented. Don’t forget to alert the photographer to any traditions you would like captured on film before, during and after the ceremony, as they may not be familiar with the importance of all of the special moments. Be very clear in your shot list and describe when and what these traditions look like and then he/she can be prepared to use a close-up lens if it’s necessary to see the intricacies of a certain ritual. For a list of must-have shots for weddings, see our suggested shot list in Chapter Eight, "Your Photography," in Style Your Dream Wedding.

Your Getaway: What does your exotic tradition dictate? Will you be leaving by camel or rickshaw? Are you supposed to be carried off by your relatives? Once you figure out what your Exotic wedding will be like, it’s time to make like a librarian and hit the books. Check out the travel and culture sections of your favorite bookstores and pour over the books about wedding ceremonies that fit this style. The magic of your getaway is in the details, so watching films set in the destination you are trying to emulate will give you a treasure trove of visual inspirations.




You are a Classic bride in the tradition of Princess Di, Grace Kelly and Jackie O. Your wedding will have the feeling of a royal event, even if it’s just an informal affair for a small group of close friends and family. Remember, a Classic wedding does not mean it should be expensive and overdone. Your buzz words are "traditional," "timeless," elegant," "refined" and "tasteful." It is understated elegance that will define your wedding and your Classic sensibilities should be carried throughout, from the look of the stationery you use for your invitations and the location you select, to the attire that your wedding party will don. Traditional settings like a church, a synagogue, or country club set the stage nicely for your Classic wedding.

Your Stationery: The elements of a Classic invitation include heavier card stocks, a formal typeface, and either understated colors like white, cream or pale pastels or more traditional rich colors like Navy, Burgundy and Emerald Green. You may want to look into engraved and letterpress styles which are perfect for Classic stationary. However, a simple handwritten calligraphy invitation is also very special and works well with this polished sophisticated style. The color selection you choose as an overall wedding palette should be used for your invitations and carried out into the flowers and elements you choose for your wedding reception. In Chapter Two of Style Your Dream Wedding, "Your Stationery," you can see samples of various Classic color palettes, motifs and beautiful, classic typography.

Your Dress: If you are a bride with Classic sensibilities, chances are you dreamed about being Cinderella at the ball when you were a little girl. A ball gown like hers (also called Princess) and A-line silhouettes are favorite dress styles among Classic brides and they are flattering to so many body types. When you are looking for your dress, indulge yourself in the hunt. Look at all of the rich fabrics, dramatic full skirts, and fitted bodices with delicate details like pearls or beads that you can find. Then try them all!

The good news for Classic brides is that all of the major bridal designers create at least one jaw-dropping Classic gown each season that is usually the centerpiece of their collections, so you will have plenty of gowns to peruse. Plus, there are large selections of gorgeous vintage wedding gowns that can be purchased for a fraction of the price of a new gown, which can be tailored to fit you perfectly. Believe it or not, eBay can be a great resource for wedding gowns and at a fraction of the original cost!

Your Hair: Chignons and neatly upswept hairstyles are the cornerstone of a Classic bride’s look. This not only creates a long and elegant neck but it also complements your Classic wedding dress. Classic brides often have an inner fashionista that is dying to run wild. If you have always admired elegant up-dos but could never style your hair that way on a regular basis, this is the perfect occasion to indulge yourself and hire a hair stylist that specializes in these do’s.

Hair is important because it will live in infamy in wedding pictures. If it’s not right, you could have pangs of regret every time you look at your wedding album. Strategic planning is necessary for an upswept hairstyle that has any level of complexity to it. You will want to consider whether or not it will hold its own against the elements that time of year without someone having to follow you around fixing every flyaway. You may have a regular stylist you love but you may have to step out on her/him and find yourself an up-do master. If you don’t feel comfortable two-timing your stylist for your wedding hairdo, then you will have to practice until he/she is familiar enough with what you want and can create it easily on your wedding day.

A blusher is a must, so keep that in mind when choosing your hairstyle. Your veil can be anything from fingertip length, which is very popular, to cathedral or royal length, if you want a dramatic long veil. The veil might be held in place with a delicate pearl comb, and small tiaras or headpieces affixed to your chignon will also work well for you.

Your Flowers: Roses are the quintessential flower for Classic weddings, but consider white Casablanca lilies as well. It is not only the individual flowers you choose but also the entire arrangement and choice of bouquet style that you choose that will forward your wedding style. Classic bouquet shapes include shower/cascade, pageant/presentation, and round dome.

Keep your flower color palette simple—one or two colors at the most. Remember your stationery? Perhaps you can select one of your stationery colors to be one of your flower colors for a cohesive overall color effect. Not many brides are flower experts but by the time your wedding is planned you may become one! Do some digging and research to find unique floral combinations. Then re-create it in your own personal way.

Your Ceremony: If you have a Classic style, chances are you are leaning toward having a traditional service that aligns with your religious affiliation. However, you do not have to limit yourself to old traditions or stuffy conventions just because you have chosen a Classic sensibility. Once you define "classic" for yourself, you can move ahead with envisioning all of the glorious details of your ceremony and your own Classic style whether it be informal at a small chapel or formal at a cathedral or synagogue.

Your Reception: Formal or informal? That is the question. When one thinks of a Classic wedding, thoughts of a formal sit-down affair come to mind. You can have a sit-down dinner served by wait staff as the most formal option particularly if it’s plated service. Some menu ideas might include steak and the music could be a big band playing standards from the forties. Informal weddings with a Classic style are also popular and the food can still be Classic yet not so elaborately served. A simple homemade meal served on a buffet table with beautiful flowers tossed in and amongst the serving platters is simple yet elegant. After all, people are coming to your wedding to celebrate one of the most important days of your life, not for the buffet. For more Classic reception ideas, please go to page 102 in Style Your Dream Wedding.

Your Cake: After you have your dress, hair and flowers picked out, selecting your Classic cake will be a snap. You can have your wedding planner make appointments at all of the best wedding cake shops in your area and you can taste cake until you can’t fit into your jeans anymore, but in the end, you should select a traditional round, multi-tiered cake in white or ivory, with delicate flowers or jewels as an accent with either a fondant or butter cream icing. Classic cakes work with any budget because these traditional-looking cakes can be purchased at the finest bakeries or ordered from a local grocery store, and it’s very difficult to tell the difference!

Your Photography: Have your photographer do some fabulous shots in sepia tones and lots of black and white. Your pictures should have a timeless, cinematic quality. Make sure he/she gets a great shot of you with your blusher over your face, walking alone with your bouquet in hand.

Your Getaway: Like a classic film star, you depart with your new husband in either a carriage fit for a Princess, Rolls Royce, Bentley or limousine.

Okay I finally got around to designing our Monogram for our aisle runner. Here it is i think the lavender and cherry red blend nicely. I love it. I borrowed the idea from another bride here on WBC. I love the way the ll is behind the Bible quote. Next i have to take it to get blown up.

Okay I switched the deep color to a warm lavender it looks so refreshing against the cherry red. Now i am really excited. I will have these printed at Vistaprint and place them on Glitter card stock. I am thinking of either lavender glitter cardstock tied with a Red Ribbon. I am also adding clear sticky rhinstones to this. Yay finally got that out of the way.

Well, i was telling a close friend the colors and she made me realize that eggplant on my cooler toned BM's would make seem like they were disappeard. Since three of my brides are warm toned i decided to put them in the deep cherry red and the other three are in going to be in Lavender. It is sexy,casual, sophisticated and I looooove it.Yay Wedding catastophy avoided.

My table cloths will probably be a very pale gold.

I just finished crocheting my clutch it is so beautiful. i just have to line it and add the the ribbon and rhinestone embelleishments and sew it up! I am also thing about adding beading to it.

I can't wait to make this garter to match my dress, my ribbon will be eggplant with a love chinese character charm hanging from it.. instead of the flower. Super excited. of course if you are handy with a crochet hook you can make this is other colors. Will start this after i finish the clutches for the bridal party.

This ceremony is perfect, i made a few minor changes and their will be some other things included in our ceremony but i got this from WBCBRIDE TIGGRE99, it is so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes I can't wait for out day to happen.



Call to Worship
Dear friends, we have gathered together this afternoon in the presence of Almighty God as a community of family and friends to witnessJin and Tawnya express their love for one another.
This is a time for joy, a wonderful moment of blessing and the beginning of a wonderful adventure of love for Jin and Tawnya We are here for the express purpose to witness their vows, to celebrate with them on this exciting occasion, and to support them in their new life together.

This is a holy time - for we are in the very presence of God Himself who designed the marriage relationship;
This is an awesome moment - for we are aware of the strong, yet fragile, cords of love being sown together today.
This is a joyous and hope-filled day -- for the marriage relationship is one of God’s finest gifts to a man and a woman.

On behalf of Jin and Tawnya I thank you for your presence. You came at their invitation, and your participation symbolizes your support for them and their future together. As their loved ones and friends, the most important contribution we can make to their marriage is to support them with our prayers, our encouragement, and our love.




Giving of the Bride
The Bible says that “a man will leave his father and mother and will be joined to his wife and the two will become one.” With this profound idea in mind I ask the question, “Who gives Tawnya to be married to Jin?”

Prayer

Scripture Reading Colossians 3: 12-14

Since God chose you to be holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony.”

The Art of Marriage

In the art of marriage the little things are the big things...
It is never being too old to hold hands.
It is remembering to say "I love you" at least once each day.
It is never going to sleep angry.
It is having a mutual sense of values and common objectives.
It is forming a circle of love that gathers in the whole family.
It is speaking words of appreciation and
demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways.
It is having the capacity to forgive and forget.

It is giving each other an atmosphere in which each can grow.
It is finding room for the things of the spirit.
It is a common search for the good and the beautiful.
It is not only marrying the right partner...
It is being the right partner.

Pastoral Charge

Jin and Tawnya, every couple who comes to the marriage altar desires to have a happy marriage. The nearest place to heaven in this world is a God-centered happy home. Of course, the opposite is also true. More scars are put upon a person’s character and heart in an unhappy home than in any other place.

A home filled with love and trust and affirmation is a wonderful place. Someone has aptly said that a love centered home and a Christ centered home is a place where angels may be asked to stay with us…and they would not feel out of place.

I know that this is the type of home which the two of you would like to have. You would like to have heaven in your home. I believe that the Bible indicates that there are at least three ingredients needed in every marriage in order for there to be heaven in your home.

1. The first ingredient is a present…a gift.
The Bible says, (Ephesians 4:31-32) “Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of malicious behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.”

Presents are always important in commemorating special events: wedding presents/ anniversary presents/ birthday presents…

Don’t neglect to give presents to one another. However, always remember that the best presents are not material things. The best presents always involve giving of yourself to the other person:
Words of affirmation/ deeds of kindness/ positive attitudes/ the fruit of the Spirit.

One of the most important things that you can do for your marriage relationship is to share affirmation and deeds of love with one another.

The first ingredient for a heaven-filled home is the giving of presents…the giving of yourselves in love.

2. The second ingredient for having heaven in your home is purpose.
The Apostle Paul says (Philippians 3:13-14) “…I am focusing all of my energies on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I strain to reach the end of the race and receive the prize for which, through Christ Jesus, is calling us up to heaven.

Every person needs a purpose in life. Every couple and every family needs a purpose…a goal… an objective in life. Marriage is not two people standing eye to eye…but shoulder to shoulder, looking to similar goals. As a married couple, you need to determine the goals for your marriage and family.

Of course, your primary goal should be to serve Jesus Christ…to put him first in your lives and in your marriage. This is the foundation for a great marriage relationship. Jesus said, “Seek first the Kingdom of God and all these other things will be added unto you.” That is a great formula for a marriage.

3. The third ingredient needed in order to have heaven in your home is power.

Our society and culture is very hard on marriages. We live in a hedonistic society that tells us to focus on our own needs…look out for number one…strive to be happy at all costs…
Don’t worry about commitment
Don’t think about giving of yourselves to meet the
needs of others
Don’t take your marriage vows that seriously…
These are the messages that we receive all the time in our culture.

So, couples need encouragement and support and assistance in order to be true to their marriage vows.
The Bible says that God will provide you with the power that you need in order to resist our culture and be true to your commitment to one another.

The Bible says, “My God shall supply all your needs according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”

God will provide you with the power that you need to stand by your commitments to one another…to share your love with one another…to offer forgiveness to each other…to grow in your love for one another.

The power of God is available to you through the presence of the Holy Spirit.

You can have heaven in your home. These three ingredients will be very important to your marriage:
A present…giving of yourselves to one another
A purpose…making sure that Jesus is the center of your
relationship…
A power…depend upon the power of the Holy Spirit on a
daily basis

Commitment to the Lord

The Couple have written their own vows

Prayer of Dedication

Exchange of Rings
Jin and Tawnya , your rings speak of completeness and unity. The unbroken circle is complete, and we pray your love for each other will be complete. The rings glisten, and we trust your lives will continue to glow. The rings sparkle, and we pray your relationships with each other will sparkle. But more importantly, these are your rings. They symbolize your commitment to each other and your love for each other. May these rings remind you of your love and commitment to each other throughout the years.
The years will wear away some of the sparkle of these rings. But as the years go by, these rings will become more meaningful to you as they remind you of the commitment you made here today. Just as polishing will renew the sparkle and shine of these rings, may you be careful never to allow your marriage to grow dull.

Jin, will you give the ring toTawnya as a token of your love and repeat after me?

This ring I give to you as a token of my love and devotion to you. I pledge to you all that I am and all that I will ever be as your husband. With this ring I gladly marry you and join my life to yours.

Tawnya , will you give the ring to Jin as a token of your love and repeat after me?

This ring I give to you as a token of my love and devotion to you. I pledge to you all that I am and all that I will ever be as your husband. With this ring I gladly marry you and join my life to yours.

Blessing for a Marriage –

May your marriage bring you all the exquisite excitements a marriage should bring, and may life grant you also patience, tolerance, and understanding.
May you always need one another - not so much to fill your emptiness as to help you to know your fullness. A mountain needs a valley to be complete; the valley does not make the mountain less, but more; and the valley is more a valley because it has a mountain towering over it. So let it be with you and you.

May you need one another, but not out of weakness.
May you want one another, but not out of lack.
May you entice one another, but not compel one another.
May you embrace one another, but not out encircle one another.
May you succeed in all important ways with one another, and not fail in the little graces.
May you look for things to praise, often say, "I love you!" and take no notice of small faults.
If you have quarrels that push you apart, may both of you hope to have good sense enough to take the first step back.
May you enter into the mystery which is the awareness of one another's presence - no more physical than spiritual, warm and near when you are side by side, and warm and near when you are in separate rooms or even distant cities.
May you have happiness, and may you find it making one another happy.
May you have love, and may you find it loving one another.

Solo Tonja Lawry “Walking Hand in Hand

Walk hand in hand with me through all eternity
Have faith, believe in me, give me your hand
Love is a symphony of perfect harmony
When lovers such as we walk hand in hand

Be not afraid, for I am with you all the while
So lift your head up high and look toward the sky

Walk hand in hand with me, this is our destiny
No greater love could be, walk hand in hand
Walk with me

Be not afraid, for I am with you all the while
So lift your head up high and look up to the sky

Walk hand in hand with me, this is our destiny
No greater love could be, walk hand in hand
Walk with me

Sand Ceremony

Love is the eternal force of life.
Love is the force that allows us to face fear and uncertainty with courage.
But although you will be sharing one life, never forget you are two separate people.
Cherish and affirm your differences.

Love each other.
Keep your commitment primary.
Together you will laugh and cry, be sick and well, be happy and angry, share and grow.
Growing sometimes together, sometimes separately."

“Denise & Tonja , mothers of the Bride and Groom, will now come forward to present the sand for the Sand Ceremony. The two separate colors represent each family. This demonstrates to us the symbol of two who become one as well as the faith, wisdom and love that Tawnya and Jin have received from their parents. (As the mother’s bring the sand forward, Jin and Tawnya will present them with a Lily)

“Through the love of God, your paths have come together, and in this symbolic ceremony, you will each take a vase of sand, each color representing your previous separate pathways, and your families. Together you will join your sand, symbolizing your willingness to walk life’s path together as one.”

"We begin with a layer of white sand. This layer represents Christ who is and always will be the foundation of you both as individuals”

(Pastor pours a little of the white sand into the large jar)

"Then we layer the individual colors. Symbolizing that this marriage is based on the strength and love of Jin and Tawnya joined as one in Christ and love forever."

(Jin pours a little of the red sand in first, followed by a little more of the white from the Pastor. Tawnya then adds a little of the purple sand, followed by some additional white sand from the Pastor). “
This layer represents Christ as the foundation of your marriage.”
"And now we combine the colors, which symbolizes two lives joined as one together forever."

(Jin and Tawnya simultaneously pour their remaining sand into the large jar until their jars are empty. The Pastor caps off the sand with the last of the white Sand.)

Just as these grains of sand can never be separated and poured again into the individual vases, so will the love and bond between the two of you render you inseparable. (The Pastor then holds the large jar up as if presenting to the wedding audience and places then jar to the side).
Solo Tonja Lawry “The Lord’s Prayer”

Pronouncement

Jin and Tawnya , you have made life-long commitments to each other. You have proudly and publicly shared your vows, and you have given beautiful rings to each other as a symbol of your love and devotion.

Therefore, it is my joy as a minister of the Gospel to proclaim that you are husband and wife. What God has joined together, let no one ever try to separate. May the Lord pour out His blessings upon you now and forevermore.

Benediction: It is altogether fitting and proper that the first few moments of your marriage begin in prayer. Let us have a moment of quiet prayer as you life up Jin and Tawnya to the Lord…as you pray for God’s blessings on them.

Blessing: May the Lord bless you and protect you
May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you
May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace.

Jin, you may now kiss your bride

Presentation of the Couple:
It is now with tremendous joy and enthusiasm that I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Jin Li

Had to change the date yet again. we have to push the date all the way back by a year. The new date is July 7th, 2012





At least it will give us time to get everything we need. :) that is the up side:)