Archive for February, 2009

More Etiquette Questions! (I love this stuff)

Saturday, February 21st, 2009

What do I do if a wedding check from a guest bounces?

Don’t say a word! The bank will notify your guest and they will likely mail you another check. When you write the thank you note, don’t make any mention of the bounced check.

I’m allowing my guests to bring dates to our wedding only if they are in long term relationships. Should I make an expception for one of my bridesmaids who is single? Should I allow her to bring a date.

Yes!

We’re having a cupcake wedding “cake” and wonder if we cut into a cupcake together or just skip it all together?

Well, although super cute, they aren’t actually wedding cakes. Cutting into one is just not the same as cutting into a large tiered cake. Why not just each hold a cupcake and take a bite, or hold one and take a photo.

My mom’s friend is a florist and has offered to do my flowers at a discount. While I appreciate the gesture, I want to go with a different, hip & trendy florist. How do I turn her down without hurting her feelings?

It depends on who’s paying. If you’re paying, let the friend know that while you appreciate her generosity very much, you have already chosen another florist. If your mom is the one paying, you just need to understand that sometimes parental wedding money have strings attached. If you must go with mom’s florist, give her as much direction as possible and be grateful for the extra attention.

I have two close friends, Steve and Carol who just divorced. Both are attending my wedding and Steve is planning on bringing a date. Do I have to let him and should I warn Carol?

Yes, you have to let him (you’re not the date police). Yes, warn Carol, who may want to bring a hottie of her own. Do not seat them at the same table.

So Cool…Test drive your table settings before you buy!

Friday, February 13th, 2009

Wow. Very Cool. My friend Alexis sent this awesome link to me. You can test drive your favorite china before you buy it, and I’m telling you, it’s addictive. I’ve been playing with all my new china for the past forty-five minutes!

Your turn!

Some reeeeeally great ideas

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009

Want to inject a real shot of personality into your wedding and show your guests just how cool you really are? Here’s a list of some really great ideas! Enjoy :)

Surprise Guests with a handwritten note in each place card (”Cami, thanks so much for flying in from Fiji”)

Forget the traditional guestbook; instead, buy a coffee table book on a subject that you both love and that you’ll display at home. Have your guests write on the photos or in the margins.

Take a spin with your parents — and his — with the songs from their first dance (make sure you set this up with everyone ahead of time)

Light the way with a custom gobo. Fun!

Have your initials embroidered on the inside of your wedding dress.

Honor your families by placing their framed wedding-day photos on an entry-way table

Raise your glass to any guest having an anniversary or birthday

Have your florist design a bouquet in the same style as your mom’s (show him photos).

Skip the bouquet toss and give your flowers to the couple married the longest.

or Skip the bouquet toss and give your flowers to the woman who has had the greatest impact on your life.

Credit: Brides Magazine

Cutest Cupcake Ever

Saturday, February 7th, 2009

I’m not sure why I’m posting a cupcake on my blog, but it’s so darn cute I can’t help myself. I can’t recall who sent this to me, but I’ll try to remember and post the credit.

Bridesmaid Budgeter…What you can expect to spend

Thursday, February 5th, 2009

I found this gem in the The Knot magazine. I love it because it really shows that being in a wedding, although a huge honor, can also be a huge expense. It’s best to be straightforward with the numbers when asking someone to be in your wedding party.
Here are the estimates:

Shower……………………………………$50 - $100

Shower Gift………………………………$25 - $75

Bachelorette Party………………………$50 - $200

Dress/Alterations………………………..$300 - $400

Shower……………………………………$50 - $100

Shoes/Jewelry…………………………..$75 - $150

Hair/Makeup……………………………..$75 - $100

Wedding Gift……………………………..$50 - $150

Travel Expense…………………………..$200 - $1000

credit: The Knot Magazine

Fonts Rule!

Wednesday, February 4th, 2009

I’m always looking for the latest and greatest fonts - ones that you don’t see on every single invitation, in every single album. Here’s a few of my latest awesome finds which I have purchased. Just think - YOU can have these on your custom invites!

Pics from the Washington Bridal Expo February 1, 2009

Monday, February 2nd, 2009

Once again, great show, great people, great turnout, great fun. Loved it! AND, this time I was near the chocolate fountain! After about the twenty-sixth visit, they realized I wasn’t a bride to be. Still, they were soooo nice and the chocolate treats were just divine.