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My Wedding: 5 Things I’d Do Over Differently

May 30, 2011 By dena 1 Comment

My wedding was definitely the best day of my life. (This was one-upped after I gave birth for the first time, but at the time, things couldn't have been better.) A perfect golden California day. A glorious dress with my mother's breathtaking lace veil. Surrounded by all the people I loved most. Marrying the guy of my dreams. How could it have gotten better? Oh, it could have, but just a teeny-tiny bit, and just in the small details! I was a very laid back bride and pretty much said "OK!" to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beauty & Fashion, Features, Wedding Planning Tagged With: color, different, do-over, hair, hand-written, invitation, photo booth, sash, shoes, trash the dress, wedding

Wedding Registry Do’s and Dont’s

August 18, 2010 By dena 3 Comments

You've got that registry gun thingy ready to go! Because when will you get another chance to walk into a department store and indulge your every whim without worrying about the price? But more than just the ultimate shopping trip, setting up a registry is an efficient way to let guests know what kind of gift you actually want. A registry also keeps track of who bought what and reduces the chance of receiving those hideous pieces that you can't imagine anyone would want! Even if you already … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, Getting Engaged, Wedding Planning Tagged With: basics, charity, china, fun, gifts, invitation, kitchen, mix-and-match, money, presents, registry, wedding

Wedding Invitation Inspiration!

July 8, 2010 By dena 4 Comments

Wedding invitations are the first taste your guests will get of what's in store for your special day. Keep it simple and elegant, or make a bold statement-- it's your call! But if you're having a hard time deciding which direction to go in (papers, colors, fonts, oh my!) take a look at these lovely invitations for a little bit of wedding invitation inspiration! Sunny Yellow & Blue Invitation from Martha Stewart Weddings * * * * Scrolled Romance via Wedding … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, Getting Engaged, Wedding Planning Tagged With: chic, elegant, inspiration, invitation, modern, paper, playful, pretty, wedding

All about Wedding Monograms

March 2, 2009 By dena 2 Comments

A wedding monogram is, in the words of Always a Blogsmaid, "the graphic representation of two individuals uniting." Monograms are elegnant, understated, and classic. They are used to add a personal touch to invitations, wedding decor, and household items. Couples have used their unique monograms to grace their wedding cakes, programs, guestbooks, centerpieces, ring bearer pillow, wine or water bottles... even projected onto the dance floor. Some people enjoy using their monogram beyond the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, The Big Day, Wedding Planning Tagged With: custom, design, invitation, logo, monogram, personlize, postage stamps, theme, wedding

Creativity & Humor in Wedding Invitation Wording

February 11, 2009 By dena 3 Comments

The more I blog about weddings, the more I find things that make me sigh and think, "I wish I'd done something like this at my wedding!" Well here's one of those ideas... I was browsing {ritzy bee blog} and found this awesome wedding invitation RSVP card, featuring the droll "bell controversy." I LOVE the idea of letting your individuality and sense of humor shine through the typically formal (ie: dull) wording of wedding invitations and RSVP cards. And why not? In addition to the joy of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, Getting Engaged, Groom's Page, Marriage & More, Wedding Planning Tagged With: funny, humor, invitation, laugh, marriage, quotes, wedding, wording

Be a Poster Bride!

November 2, 2008 By dena Leave a Comment

I'm still not sure what these are for, but they sure are cool looking!! From the Poster Bride website: We make unique, handmade works of art that celebrate the fanfare of your party like nothing else can. A serigraph, up to 19" x 25", hand-printed and designed just for you, suitable for framing, following the tradition of silk-screened event posters, provides not only your wedding invitation, but a timeless gift of art for your loved ones. So... is it an invitation? Is it a poster? Are we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, Getting Engaged Tagged With: art, bride, invitation, ketubah, paper, poster, silk screen, wedding

DIY wedding invitation tip: Use rubber stamps!

October 30, 2008 By dena 3 Comments

Oh, how i wish I'd made my own wedding invitations, if only for the joy of all those lovely stamps!! And then of course there are the accessories and embellishments, such as embossing powders, glitter, stickers, beads, ribbons, beads, foil, paper flowers, punches... oh my! Whether it's wedding or bridal shower invitations, place cards, wedding favors, or thank you cards, consider using rubber stamps on your home-made creation. There is an incredible array of options ranging from classic to … [Read more...]