Wedding Planning – WeddingMusings

By: Alexine

With the new year upon us and a wedding to plan there is much to do. In order to make sure your guests have the time to arrange for coming to your wedding it is important to send save-the-dates. While some places charge an arm and a leg to do this for you, it is relatively easy to make some yourself. With that in mind here are several ideas for you to make your own save-the-date announcements.

Photo Cards

One of the easiest ways to make inexpensive save-the-date announcements is to design a photo greeting card. Almost all stores that have a photo department will print the photo cards. Some allow you to upload your pictures online and use them to design the card from the comfort of your home. The program in the store and online has the same idea where you choose a template and customize the photo and text boxes.
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By: Alexine

With New Years only days away it is important to include your new spouse in this year’s resolution. In previous years you were focused on personal goals in regards to your job, health and school, but this year is very different. Now there are two of you that are working together as a unit. In order to stay strong for the year to come here are some ideas for your New Year’s resolution.

Communicate

The most important aspect of any relationship is communication and what better resolution for you and your spouse to work on next year. With hope of many more years to come it is important to work on communicating right from the start. Transition may have been hard on you both as you adjust to living together and doing everything as one. However, as a commitment to the longevity of your relationship this year would be a great time to work on communicating.
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By: Alexine

After your wedding and honeymoon are over the reality of a huge life change sets in. As a result many decisions have to be made. Both you and your spouse will have to discuss your feelings on important matters to help the transition go smoothly. In order to help prepare for these discussions I have come up with ten very important topics you will want to cover after the wedding.

Moving In

While this is not the case for some couples who moved in together while they were dating, there are still many couples that choose to wait until after the wedding. Overall moving in together can be a very exciting thing to think about and prepare for but it can be a very stressful transition. Every person has their particulars when it comes to their daily schedules and how they live on their own. Be patient with each other in the beginning as it takes time to adjust to the other person’s ways.
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By: Alexine

One of the biggest worries about planning a wedding reception is making sure your guests enjoy themselves. The last thing you need is a bunch of family and friends complaining about how they didn’t have a good time at your wedding. To ensure the guests have a night to remember you will want to hire great entertainment. Here are some great ideas to make your wedding reception very entertaining.
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By: Alexine

While wedding cake is a great traditional desert and masterpiece for your reception it is not always the most desired desert. There are many delicious treats out there that you might want to indulge in instead of a cake. To help determine if you want to venture outside the box when it comes to wedding cake I came up with some alternative deserts for your reception.

Whipped Mousse Tower

This idea was inspired by the champagne flute tower with a different technique of filling the glasses. Instead of a champagne tower you could have a tower of round wine glasses filled with your favorite flavor of whipped mousse. If you do not know what flavor to choose that everyone will enjoy, you can have a double layered glass of chocolate and vanilla topped with a slice of strawberry or shaved chocolate. This desert is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face.
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By: Alexine

With a tight budget and big heart it is hard to figure out a wedding gift this time of year. There are so many beautiful things that you can buy, but they are not always in your budget. In order to help you brainstorm an idea for a handmade wedding gift I have come up with a handful of ideas you might want to try. Although it may cost less, the thought and love you put into the gift will make it priceless.

Pot Holders

These make a wonderful gift and are very handy in the kitchen for any household. They have important uses including taking pans out of the oven and a place to put hot dishes on to save the table and counters. Surprisingly they don’t take a lot of time depending on how well you can knit, crochet or sew.
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By: Alexine

Decorating your church and reception can be quite costly these days. Many brides have turned to making up their own centerpieces and decorations for the tables. To help you decide on some homemade centerpieces for your wedding I have come up with some different ideas you might want to try out. Good luck being crafty and enjoy the creativity.

Flower Holders

Items for holding flowers come in all shapes and sizes. You can even make flower holders out of materials around you house or in the garden. The most obvious items you can use to make centerpieces are different shaped vases. They come in many geometric shapes including squares, circles and ovals.
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By: Alexine

Making the decision to renew your wedding vows is very special for you and your spouse. This is a way to rekindle the flames after years of marriage and hardships you endured together. As a transition in life, renewing your vows is a great way to celebrate the love you have for one another. To better understand why couples decide to renew their vows I have come up with some reasons to share with you.

Milestone Anniversary
There is a lot of recognition these days for couples who stay married for twenty or more years as the divorce rate continues to increase. With hope for the best in life it is unfortunate that so many people turn to divorce instead of working things out. To celebrate your love for each other and to reminisce about the last twenty or more years together, renewing your vows is a wonderful experience.

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By: Alexine

Themed weddings are very popular these days and due to the demand for coordinated wedding dresses many seamstresses have started making dresses for each of the themes. If you have your own idea of what you want then you can also have a dress specially made. Whether you want to design your own dress or find a designer that has some already made, there are recommended materials and styles for each theme. To help choose the perfect dress for your theme I have come up with some of the most popular themes and gone into detail about the dresses you are looking for.
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By: Alexine

Choosing the proper undergarments for your wedding day can be quite the headache. There are so many different styles of slips and body sculpting items on the market these days that it is easy to get confused. With that in mind I’ve come up with all the different undergarments that you could possibly wear below the waist on your wedding day. This way you can make the decision of which one or two you would like to wear underneath your wedding dress.
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By: Alexine

Every bride contemplates what to wear under their wedding dress on the big day. There are so many choices at the bridal shop, department and lingerie stores that it may seem overwhelming. However there are specific designs for each body type and dress design. To help choose the right above the waist undergarment to wear underneath your wedding dress I have created a list of the different types and their uses.

Seamless Bra
The seamless bra is a great choice if you are wearing a wedding dress that is very conservative up top. The two extremes for this bra are a turtleneck or thick tank strap with a high neck line style dress. Either way you have to make sure that the bra does not show whatsoever at all.
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By: Alexine

One of the most important decisions for the bride on her wedding day is what to do with her hair. This may seem silly in the months leading up to the wedding. However, as time approaches the little things will seem much larger. In other words make sure you get this figured out ahead of time. To do so I have come up with tips on different hair styles and accessories you can use for your big day.

Hair Length
The length of your hair determines a lot when it comes to making the decision on what to do with it for your wedding. Depending on how long you hair is, you may want to start letting it grow longer for a particular hairstyle or save up for some realistic extensions if there is not enough time to grow it out.

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By: Alexine

As the saying has gone for years when it comes to a bride’s luck on her special day;

Something Old, Something New,
Something Borrowed, Something Blue,
And a silver sixpence in her shoe.

Have you ever wondered where it came from or what to use? Here is a little history and some ideas to incorporate this Victorian Era marriage tradition into your own wedding.

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By: Alexine

With cold season in the beginning stages there are many more opportunities to catch something this year. As horrible as it may sound, there is a possibility of you waking up with a cold on or around your wedding day this winter. Since the day must go on, I’ve put together some ways to help you get through your wedding day in one piece. Read on to explore five cold remedies that could save your wedding day.

Hot Bath or Shower

The first thing to do when you wake up with a cold is slip into a hot bath or shower. The process of heating up your body helps with loosening up any congestion and relaxing your muscles. To help boost the effectiveness of the hot bath or shower you should use some bath salts with menthol in them or rub a menthol salve on your chest and under your nose.

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With winter approaching faster than one would like, your big day is drawing near. Planning the details of your winter wedding is getting more important than ever with less than three months to go. With that in mind I have established a list of topics to go over in detail based on the winter or holiday theme to help with planning your wedding.

Set the Date

When thinking about planning a winter wedding there are three whole months to choose from. Whether you want a regular winter day or a holiday wedding on Hanukah, Christmas or New Years, it is important to keep in mind your family and friends. Hopefully if it is a holiday wedding you will be able to celebrate all together as two happy families spending the holidays together. I must say that is the perfect opportunity for a family gathering. The holidays bring people together as is so adding your wedding to the mix would make it extra special and allow more people to show up.

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By: Alexine

With your wedding date just around the corner there are many last minute details to think about. Sometimes your wedding planner will go over them with you but with the way the economy is these days most women have taken it upon themselves to plan their own weddings. Good for you if your schedule permits planning the wedding as it can be a lot of fun. With that said, here are some specifics to think over before the big day.

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By: Alexine

Planning your wedding can be quite a headache these days due to all the hype about every little detail. These nit-picky things add up to a whole list of tedious tasks you and your fiancé will cringe about by the end. Trying to incorporate all the little hopes and dreams of both of you along with input from the wedding planner (if you have one) and parents (if you let them) can bring you to your boiling point. To try and eliminate reaching your limit I have come up with five ways to simplify your wedding.
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By: Alexine

Today there are many religions that people have grown up with or have been subjected to as adults. It is quite common for a wedding to take place between a bride and groom of different religions. With this situation the couple would typically choose to go along with the wedding ceremony of the more religious person in the couple. However, more commonly today the bride and groom have come up with ways to incorporate both of the religions into one ceremony. With that in mind I have come up with the most common wedding traditions seen in dual-religion ceremonies.

Stepping on the Glass
A popular wedding ceremony tradition that represents the destruction of the Temple of Jerusalem is stepping on the glass. This is part of the traditional Jewish wedding ceremony that has been taking place for many years. To add a bit of your Jewish heritage to the ceremony you could add the stepping on the glass to the end after the “kiss the bride” and before you walk back down the aisle as husband and wife.
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By: Alexine

In times of financial difficulty it is sometimes hard to really enjoy planning such an expensive event as a wedding. With rising costs of food, entertainment and travel one could argue that it is easier to put off the wedding until times change. However, many people have overcome the difficulty and gone ahead with their wedding plans. Here are some of the most popular recession time wedding trends and tips on how to make them work for you.

Shorter Guest List

This is one of the most popular wedding trends these days due to the fact that providing food and beverage for more people makes your wedding bill outrageous. Not to mention you have to use a larger venue. This means you have to work really hard on the bride and groom guest lists. We all know it is not so fun when it comes to cutting people out.
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By: Alexine

Choosing a wedding photographer can be a confusing decision. You want to make sure you select the right person and end up with the perfect wedding album that will last your lifetime. Because your wedding day is a once in a lifetime experience you want to make sure and capture every special moment. With that in mind I’ve come up with some important topics to consider when deciding on a photographer.

Experience
The most important of all is defiantly how much experience the photographer has or in other words, how great their portfolio is. To ensure they know what to do and you like the art of their photos, asking to see a portfolio is first on the agenda. Also if you know anyone else that has used this particular photographer then you could ask to see their photos. This would be considered the first round of elimination when it comes to selecting one of the many photographers out there. While making appointments and viewing lots of photos may be time consuming, you will be happy you did so.

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By: Alexine

With all the television shows these days turning the spotlight on full figured beautiful women, I decided to explore some important tips for the bride to be. There are many opportunities to have the most amazing wedding you have ever dreamed up. And, as a voluptuous woman you are ready to make a statement on your wedding day. So what are we waiting for, let’s get started.

More to Love
As a common statement used to describe undesirable love handles and extra stuff where we don’t want it on our bodies, the idea of more to love can be very positive. The negative aspect is far from true and many men out there really enjoy the type of woman that will eat a nice steak and potato dinner with them. So with that in mind the idea of “more to love” is a sexy thing and should be used to your advantage.

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By Barbara Wade

When anything less than perfection simply won’t do, there’s no better place to host your wedding reception than at a luxury, boutique hotel in Dallas. Wedding receptions throughout Texas are known for their grandeur and flair. If you have visions of creating the most elaborate event ever seen in Dallas, look for a hotel that offers majestic ballrooms, elegant dining areas and an experienced staff ready to attend to your every need.

To ensure your wedding reception is everything you’ve dreamed of, take note of these tips for booking distinctive amenities and services that are unequaled elsewhere.
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By: Alexine

With the popular trend of having weddings on a holiday I decided to come up with a list of the holidays that seemed appropriate for the occasion. This way you can differentiate between the dates and themes to see which one suits your vision of the big day.

New Years Day
This is the first holiday of the year and a perfect day to have your wedding on. Since you can’t get any closer to the beginning of the year than January 1st, agreeing to get married in any year can be a lot closer with a New Years Day wedding.

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By: Alexine

With a hopeful future most of us are hanging tight through the current economic situation. It is quite a bummer for those of you who are recently engaged and looking forward to planning a wedding. While some have chosen to push their weddings out a few years to ensure job stability, there are still those of you who want to have your wedding in 2009. With this in mind I’ve come up with a couple of important topics to think about when planning your wedding for 2009.

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By: Alexine

Sometimes the unexpected happens and women become pregnant before their wedding day. This is the reality for many women so don’t worry too much. The best thing to do is focus on getting the wedding planned and taking care of your body. While you won’t be able to drink on your wedding night you can still dance your little heart out and eat really good food. It may seem that pregnancy is a huge obstacle for planning your wedding but think of the beautiful little baby you will have so soon.

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