The Non Floral Bouquet

Believe it or not, there are some ladies that do not want florals at their wedding nor do they want to carry a floral bouquet.  Thank God for the designers of the 21st century.  You now have many beautiful choices for a non floral wedding bouquet.  So if you are allergic or just want something other than flowers for your bouquet the choice is yours.

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Sweetheart For The Sweethearts

Although the head table has been the focal point of wedding receptions for decades more couples are choosing to have a sweetheart table.  The sweetheart table allows the bridal couple to be in the spotlight as they should be.  So as you are planning your reception layout think about your light at the sweetheart table.

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Art Deco Wedding Cake.  How fascinating is this; I just love it! What do you think?

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Mr. & Mrs.

Gone are the ever remembered king and queen chairs that bridal couples requested for their head table or sweetheart table.  Now, it's all about the swag and the cute.  From the handmade signs to the colorful sashes your choices are endless.  Let's look at a few.

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This "Can-Can Dancer" cake is great for a themed birthday party, bachelorette party, or just for fun.

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Inexpensive Wrapping Paper Alternatives

Are you like me and just tired of seeing the same Christmas wrapping paper year after year? Well, you can try some of these alternatives; you can be as creative as you like and these ideas will keep a few dollars in your pocket.

Gifts wrapped in craft paper or brown paper bags.  

All you need to purchase is the ribbon and/or adornments.

Now there's a use for that extra fabric you have lying around.  

Again, all you need to purchase is ribbon or try colored raffia.  

This also works with that old article of clothing you were going to throw out.  

Just cut it up  to fit your package and there you have it.

 

Try a reusable wrap cloth. 

Use vintage scarfs and trinkets in place of bows. 

Save the comics from your Sunday papers and wrap a child's gift.

Tissue paper has always been a great idea.  

Inexpensive purchase and it comes in a variety of colors.

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Avoiding the Holiday Debt Hangover

The holidays are fast upon us and if you are like me, the gift of giving is far greater than receiving.  However, in today’s economy households have less to splurge with.  With that said, I am offering a few tips to help avoid this year’s holiday debt hangover.

1.  Create A Budget – I know Christmas and Thanksgiving holidays are around the corner but its not too late create a budget for who and what you are going to spend.  My family is not very large so I make sure I buy specifically for the kids and if the budget permits I buy for the adults.

2.  Keep Your Priorities in Order - Although you are in the spirit of giving remember, there is life after the holidays. 

3.  Know Your Vendor - Whatever the deal, whatever the temptation, don’t buy from anyone you don’t trust.  Make sure you check out the return policy.    

4.  Debit vs. Credit vs. Cash – By all means use debit cards and cash above credit.  If you must use credit make sure you can pay it off by the next due date.

5.  Black Friday and Cyber Monday – Make sure you are really getting a deal.  I always go in a few days before and see the non sale price to make sure I’m getting a deal. 

6.  Create a Shopping List – Know what you are going into the store for.  Going in the stores all willy nilly will eat up you budget quickly.

7.  Large Families – If you have a large family and your budget can’t be adjusted suggest having a grab bag. 

8.  Look For Alternatives – Some people on your list may appreciate a homemade gift (photo in a nice frame, crocheted shawl, free babysitting for a weekend, homemade jams, etc.) in place of a purchased gift.

9.  Free Gift Wrapping – Take advantage where this is offered.  Saves on buying wrapping paper and your time.

10. Save, Save, Save – Start a monthly savings plan for 2013.  Choose an amount to set aside each month so you can pay for everything in cash.

 

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For the bride that is Daring, Different, and Desirable!

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Customizing Your Wedding Gown

From head to toe a bride knows how she wants to look on her wedding day.  You look through tons and tons of magazines as well as visiting the bridal fashion shows looking for that dress you have always imagined yourself wearing.  Finally, you find the dress that fits you like a glove.  It's your style and personality but it seems to be missing a certain something.  We can fix that with customization.

Customization can be done with the smallest amount of work, time, and money; all it takes is imagination.

   

Bling it up with a Brooch:

If you have a simple gown with no intricate beading, consider adding a fabu brooch to your bustle.  It will definitely bring a sparkly detail to your gown.   

Belt It Up:

Belts are a great way to add some personality and a splash of color to your look.  Using a wide or thin band of colored fabric, or elaborate pieces with beads and pearls will help give your dress that extra WOW you are looking for.  Just a reminder, sashes draw attention to the waist so make sure you experiment with different widths.

Strap It Up With Embellishments:

Adding sparkling straps to your strapless gown gives you two looks, one for the ceremony and one for the reception. 

Cover it Up:

There’s nothing like a nice cover-up to give your gown a bold entrance.  A shrug, cape, or jacket will definitely do the trick.

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Your Bridal Headpiece

You spent hours and hours searching in magazines and trying on, what seems like, every wedding gown you could.  Finally, the perfect gown.  Now for the headpiece.  All eyes will be on you and you want to make sure you have the perfect headpiece to compliment the perfect gown.

The onset of brides “really” doing it their way has caused the traditional headpiece to become somewhat a thing of the past.  Even if you consider yourself a traditional bride the headpiece options are numerous. There are bridal tiaras, brooches, combs, veils, hairpins, fascinators, and barrettes just to name a few. 

For a whimsical earthy look a Crown of Florals is the perfect choice.  Take a picture of your bouquet or just let your florist know which flowers are being used.  Perfect for the girl that likes to wear her hair down. 

If you are the girl that loves old Hollywood glamour this beautiful sparkled headpiece makes a nice statement.  This piece has a small amount of tulle to help give it a wedding flavor.  

These are hat-like hair pieces that attach to the hair with clips or by a think headband.  

Fascinators work well with the hair up or down.

Circlets are an open decorative crown piece that goes around the head but does not cover the head. 

It also only encircles the forehead, instead of arching up like a tiara for a more subtle look. 

They are usually silver or silver-tone and can be jeweled.  

Embellished headbands have been covered in rhinestones, pearls, and other trimmings. These beautiful adornments have become popular with brides who want to wear tall bun hairstyles to heighten their hair.

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This Is For The Cool In Him

Today's Pic of the Week is this very cool watch for him.          

Time In Words....

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