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Archive for May, 2009

Ice Cream Bar, A Cool Thought for those Summer Weddings

Saturday, May 30th, 2009

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With summer around the corner, you may be thinking of ways to bring some of those popular summer treats into your wedding.  An ice cream bar would be a winner.  Who doesn’t love ice cream on a summer evening, or afternoon for that matter?

There are places that will rent an ice cream cart for your wedding event, some may even fill the cart with your ice cream flavors.  You will need a server to spoon out the ice cream, and your guests can top their cones and sundaes with their favorite toppings.

Your ice cream bar could also be the dessert for the evening or part of your midnight buffet.  After an evening of dancing on a hot summer night, a cool ice cream sundae would hit the spot!

Children and adults will both love it.  A perfect conversation piece.  Have your guests talk of your wedding reception of months to come, create an ice cream bar.  It’s cool and unique!

Calligraphy, Adding a Touch of Elegance to Your Wedding Invitations

Monday, May 25th, 2009

Calligraphy is the art of writing.  It is very popular in formal event invitations such as weddings.  It’s an elegant way of adding the personal touch of handwriting to your wedding invitations.  There are different forms of calligraphy, some more elaborate than others.  Regardless of the type of wedding you are having, a calligrapher can work with you to achieve the right form of calligraphy for your invitations.

How can you achieve this and keep costs down?  You can search your local art college for students who can do just as good as a job as a professional for less money.  You should keep in mind that professional calligraphers are able to add more input to your choose of calligraphy, have more working materials and knowledge in ink methods.

Add a elegant touch to your wedding invitations, look into calligraphy.

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Shoes for Your Wedding Day

Sunday, May 17th, 2009

Looking for your bridal shoes?  Remember that you will probably be on your feet on day and all night.  Buy good quality shoes that are comfortable, have good sturdy heels and reliable straps and buckles.  You don’t want any embarrassing skids or falls, especially as you walk down the aisle.  There are some stylish, trendy bridal shoes that are sure to finish up any bridal attire with class.

Aster Bridal ShoesAster Bridal Shoes.  Available in with or without the crystal stone detail, this shoe is offered in white and ivory dyeable fabric for ultimate versatility. Heel measures 3-inches high with a wide, comfortable base and the slingback has a bit of elastic for a personalized fit. Handmade with fine European silk and lined with genuine leather for ultimate support and comfort. Sole is non-skid brushed tan leather. Comes in a standard “medium” width that runs true-to-size, so order the size you are accustomed to wearing every day.

Coloriffics Victoria Bridal ShoesColoriffics Victoria Bridal Shoes.  This fashion forward wedge heel sandal is made in your choice of ivory or dyeable white satin. Heel measures 3.25″. Available in a large selection of sizes.

Grace Ballet Bridal ShoesGrace Ballet Bridal Shoes.  A sensible choice for a long day on your feet, this cute little ballet flat has a dainty bow placed off to the side of the vamp as a dressy finish in your choice of white or ivory. Available in a wide selection of sizes. This fabric is not dyeable.

To view more beautiful bridal footwear, visit HerWeddingShop.com.

A Storybook Proposal

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009

I had to share this proposal that I came across on YouTube.  It is so adorable, romantic and very sweet.  Another creative way to sweep the love of your life off her feet.