tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53000886879911552272024-03-06T01:29:52.617-08:00Wedding BlissWedding Bliss Blog has tips, stories and diy projects to help future brides! If you are inspired by some of my projects and would like custom wedding decorations or banners, check out my etsy shop, RustyChicDecor.Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-840795013368684382016-06-22T08:46:00.000-07:002016-06-22T09:10:56.186-07:00Ways to Save Money When Planning your Wedding<div style="text-align: center;">
Last night I checked into the blog and was shocked to see it had been viewed 81,000 times! I have shared a fair amount about different projects and aspects of planning my wedding, but there is always more to write about. After sharing the blog on Facebook a friend from college reached out and asked for ways to save when planning a wedding. So of course my wheels start turning and I am suddenly up at 4am not able to sleep thinking of a new blog post to write. </div>
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These are tips I have learned from planning my wedding, watching some bridal TV shows, reading, and talking to other people who have planned weddings.</div>
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The most important thing to keep in mind is know what you want and what you are willing to sacrifice. If you want to celebrate with family and friends and aren't much of a dancer maybe you forgo a longer reception and DJ to save money on the venue and music. </div>
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1) Budget- The number one thing is to know who is paying and how you will be paying for your wedding. Create a budget and stick to it.<br />
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2) Flowers- You may find it fun to save money and make your own arrangements and centerpieces. Things you have to keep in mind when going this route is it could be stressful since you only have the day before and day of to make them. Some flowers won't last very long, especially in heat. You have to find a place to get the flowers (either a nursery, flower shop, a friend or neighbors garden or order them online), find enough people to help arrange the flowers, and figure out transporting the flowers to the venue. I love arranging flowers, but was not about to add it to my to-do list the day before I say I do! So I decided to shop around to find a florist. The best way to save money is to meet with 3-4 florists and compare prices (keeping in mind their ratings, reviews, etc.) Booking a florist ahead of time will save money as well. During peak wedding season prices will go up. You may have your heart set on specific flowers, but flowers that are in season will cost less. Maybe pick 1-2 favorite flowers and then choose flowers that are in season that go with your color scheme. You can also save money by using the same flowers at the ceremony site as the reception site (you just have to coordinate who will get the flowers to their right spot.)<br />
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3) Time of Year- Most people know late spring and early fall tend to be more expensive. Winter months are typically cheaper. Some people know the exact date they want to get married, and some might decided to choose based on venue availability or what the weather will be. If you are looking to save a little money, maybe choose an off season month. Just keep in mind that you want to accommodate guests and their busy schedules.<br />
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4) Day of the Week and Time- Saturday is the most popular day to get married. If you aren't dead set on getting married on a Saturday, consider a Friday or Sunday wedding. Some people also choose an earlier wedding such as a brunch to save money. Most venues will host 2 events in one day so if you are willing to do an earlier time, you could really save some money.<br />
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5) Save the Dates- Save the dates can be a fun way to announce your wedding date, but they can also save you money if you don't use them. Think of a fun alternative to letting people know your upcoming wedding date. I'm not suggesting you do what Anne Hathaway did in Bride Wars (typing a quick email with a bunch of spelling mistakes and hitting send before proof reading!) If you really want to send out that cute engagement photo and guarantee a spot on your friends' fridge, you could make your own in publisher and print at a local print shop or create them on a website like shutterfly and wait for a great coupon. Often times shutterfly or snapfish will send out 50% off or coupons around holidays like Fathers day, and Valentines day. If you want to wait for a coupon, just make sure you have the save the date ready to go because the coupon may only be good for 1 day and you don't want to rush to get it made. Another thought is to send them out with Christmas Cards, or hand deliver to a few people that live close by to save money on stamps. You could only send them to out of town guests who you know will need to plan ahead with work and travel schedules.<br />
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6) Food- Going into planning our wedding we thought for sure we would have a buffet. We thought it would allow our guests to choose what they want right there in the moment. When meeting with the caterer we learned that it is slightly more expensive to do buffet style and here's why: The caterer does not know how much each guest will want to eat, if they will come back for seconds or even thirds. They don't know which dish will be most popular, so they have to over prepare a little of everything. So we decided to go with plate service and have our guests tell us what they wanted ahead of time to save a few bucks! We also saved a few hundered dollars, by eliminating the cheese and veggie spread during cocktail hour, and chose just to have butlered hors d'oeuvres.<br />
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7) Drinks- Some venues have a bar service and you are required to use them. Often times there will be an up charge for top shelf liquor. When creating your menu and signing contracts make sure you read the fine print and don't sign that guests can request top shelf brands. Some places won't have bar service and you will have to provide the drinks. This is where you can save money by having just wine and beer and 1 or 2 signature cocktails. You can buy beer and wine in bulk, shop ahead of time and buy things when they are on sale or when there are coupons, and buy less expensive brands. Honestly, there is one thing that kills a party: no drinks or a cash bar. However, you know your guests the best, if you aren't going to have that type of crowd you can go the route of a cash bar (or 2 tokens for drinks then pay cash) or no alcoholic drinks to save money. Just remember- you are trying to have the time of your life and show your guests a good time!<br />
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8) Bridal Party- Bridal party size can affect your price. Yes, typically the bridesmaids will pay for their own dress, jewelry and shoes, and the groomsmen will pay for the rental of their tux or buy their own suit. But keep in mind the bigger the bridal party size, the larger the transportation vehicle (limo, party bus) you have to rent (cha-ching $$$ more money you are spending.) The bigger the bridal party size, the more gifts you are buying (cha-ching $$$ more money you are spending.) The bigger the bridal party size, more bouquets and more boutonnieres you are buying (cha-ching $$$ more money you are spending.) Identify who you want by your side during that day and make sure it's a number you are able to handle.<br />
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9) Asking your bridal party- A modern trend is the way people are asking their friends and family to be in their wedding. If you want to save money on your wedding (just ask!) You don't need to send a personalized bottle of wine with other gifts. You can also think of cheaper and creative alternative ways to invite them into your bridal party.<br />
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10) Wedding Dress- When I watch say yes to the dress my jaw drops half the time because people's budgets are out of this world! They are willing to spend $10,000-20,000 just on the dress!! I don't know about you, but I had a budget and stuck to it. Yes, this is the most important dress you will wear in your life and you want it to be everything you ever imagined, but don't break the bank! Shop at trunk shows, opt for a more simple gown and add a nice beaded belt, avoid custom alterations, keep an eye out for bridal shop sales, buy a gown from another bride (some people might have bought a gown and changed their mind and are now trying to sell their gown online,) buy a floor sample or rent your dress. Don't try on a dress that is out of your budget- because if you love it, chances are you will talk yourself into it. Go shopping with people you trust and know won't talk you into something you can't afford.<br />
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11) Time- <span style="text-align: center;">When trying to save money on your wedding, time is a big factor. If you are rushed with planning you may be forced to choose the last venue, florist, etc. available and may not have the choice on saving. When you have more time, you can be on the lookout for sales and coupons.</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">12) Guest List- The bigger the guest list, the more money you will be spending (meals can cost upwards of $85-100 a plate!) As a couple write out who you want included in your big day and try to agree on a number that is reasonable. Chances are you don't need to invite your second cousins best friend and her boyfriend.</span><br />
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Hope those are helpful to you!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A personalized thank you note that your guests will absolutely LOVE and can hang on the refrigerator for months! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The first step to the thank you postcard is buying the wooden letters, paint, paintbrush, and ribbon from Michael's or AC Moore. Don't forget these stores always have coupons, so wait until you get a good one to buy the supplies! I chose light blue paint because our wedding colors were blue, white and silver. I also knew the blue would be a good contrast against my dress and Matt's tux. Think about which of your wedding colors would look best, and if you are indecisive.... go with white! Once the letters are painted and have dried you can use super glue or a staple gun to attach them to the ribbon. Each letter should be about 1 inch apart. Leave about 1-2 feet at the end of the Thank You so you and your hubby can hold it easily during pictures. This project is similar to the </span><a href="http://summerweddingbliss.blogspot.com/2013/12/diy-wooden-letters.html" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">DIY Wooden Letters</a><span style="font-family: inherit;">.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Once the project is complete, Add it to your list of things to bring with you on your wedding day. I left them at the front door of my parents house (where we got ready). When we were leaving for the church, I grabbed them and had them in the limo, ready to use after the ceremony.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I had given my photographer <a href="http://photosbydavidjames.com/" target="_blank">David</a> a heads up that we were going to be doing this. Giving your photographer a heads up of any special pictures you want taken is a good idea for a couple reasons. One, so you have another person to remember to take these pictures. Two, they can help you figure out a good background for the pictures. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">David was so gracious and gave us the picture earlier than the other pictures so we could order them. Remember you want to get your Thank You notes in the mail as soon as possible (2-6 weeks after your wedding day.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So I had the front of the postcard, but was unsure of what to do for the back. I went to google and searched "back of postcard" and found a blank picture of the back of a postcard. I saved it to my computer to use. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I had never made or ordered postcards before so I didn't know what company to use. Once again, google came to my rescue (love their searches!) I googled "print postcards" and tons of companies came up. I believe I used <a href="http://www.vistaprint.com/vp/ns/default.aspx?GP=3%2f10%2f2014+4%3a41%3a35+PM&GPS=3126413722&GNF=1" target="_blank">Vistaprint.com</a>. It was super easy. I uploaded the picture of us with the thank you banner and the postcard back picture. Then went through their simple ordering process. They were shipped within 2 weeks. During those 2 weeks, I made sure to pick up fun stamps at the post office. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Hope you go the personalized thank you note route, guests really do <b>love</b> them!!</span></div>
Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-46685918748148423112014-03-10T12:10:00.001-07:002016-06-21T16:38:20.494-07:00What to do with your flowers, decorations, extra cake when the wedding is over<span style="font-family: inherit;">As a bride, you can spend endless hours creating your perfect wedding. From planning the flower arrangements with your florist, to watering ivy twice a week for 10+ weeks leading up until the wedding, to choosing the perfect cake flavor. After all of your hard work has gone into these small details that add up to your perfect day, you have one more thing to take care of. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">At the end of the wedding, you don't want to be stuck with 10 flower arrangements. Most couples take a honeymoon, so why have 10 flower arrangements die in your apartment, while you are soaking in the sun in the Caribbean? Give the flower arrangements away!! It can be hard to choose which 10 people will get the centerpiece/arrangement, so set it up in a way that won't hurt anyone's feelings. Have the DJ announce towards the end of the reception that the person who traveled the farthest at the table gets the centerpiece. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We also had 8 ivy pots from our church (that also were at the reception; my Aunt's brought them over after the ceremony). My grandma asked to take one back to her house and I couldn't say no! My favorite part about giving these away are seeing them when I visit people's houses. Recently my parents visited my grandma. My mom called me to tell me the ivy pot is still going strong and my grandma loves showing people so she can say it's from her granddaughters wedding! Sure puts a huge smile on my face. Share the love. Here is the link to the <a href="http://summerweddingbliss.blogspot.com/2013/02/diy-ivy-pot.html" target="_blank">DIY Ivy Pot</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you choose to leave your flower arrangement at the church, you can coordinate to have the program the next day say "dedicated to so and so church in honor of the newly weds!"</span><br />
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-61646087867361011682014-01-04T16:02:00.000-08:002014-01-04T17:15:39.850-08:0060 Pictures to take on your Wedding Day<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: center; text-indent: -0.25in;">Your wedding day is one of the most special days in your life. You want every detail, every special moment, and every special person that took part in your wedding captured so you can look at your wedding album, and remember it perfectly. Here is a list of 60 pictures that my photographer captured. Hopefully this helps you prepare for your big day. Look it over, print the checklist at the bottom, and bring it with you when you meet with your photographer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>We
climbed up onto the big rock we played on growing up. Talk about memories!</i></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Getting into the limo.</span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Girls in the limo on the way to the ceremony.</span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Walking into the church</span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNOCg1FGw-_xMrhiu5kcuDB59KL1ruF1qT6kAQaXsGGEg57Ll_kguW3CqXzQIo6Zke-mkQpgmEFy3zLD3aqOEXw3IeMuZd1pNMtB5oe38GKuzxwEqWMKPgdkx_f0B-Sd8qWTW3DEFSGtw/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+1650.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="263" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNOCg1FGw-_xMrhiu5kcuDB59KL1ruF1qT6kAQaXsGGEg57Ll_kguW3CqXzQIo6Zke-mkQpgmEFy3zLD3aqOEXw3IeMuZd1pNMtB5oe38GKuzxwEqWMKPgdkx_f0B-Sd8qWTW3DEFSGtw/s400/DavidJamesPhotography+1650.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Best Man covering the Groom's eyes while the Bride enters the Church!!</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>When
we pulled up to the church the limo driver pulled up to the side door. I'm not sure how we forgot to let Matt know to stay clear of the hallway near the parlor 20 minutes before the ceremony, but we did..We walked up to the church, opened the side door, walked in, and there is
Matt and his brother putting on their boutonnieres! Without even
thinking my famous last words before getting married to Matt were "<span style="color: #c0504d; mso-themecolor: accent2;">douchebag</span>!" The groom should not see the bride before the ceremony! Matt's brother quickly covered his eyes with our Marriage License.</i></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Bridesmaids in the parlor</span></div>
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</span>Bride and her parents in parlor</span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Bride with her Dad before walking down the aisle</span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->The church (all decorated, before guests there)</span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Pastor leading the ceremony</span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Readers</span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Singers/Piano player</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">19.<span style="font-size: 7pt;"> </span>Saying Vows/Putting on the rings</span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Br3uybaOT3II2JWOmEkefhkm8Fp9uZGHcTcIOFRn14fg_WWraq8msZwMro4X8DLKNbt__5FSfxKoQ2GySo6V4u75yyIqlXQ_4zvtH2Nsk_YFUc278ngdZhaQLxYRIberS9ETy85mzaY/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+352.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Br3uybaOT3II2JWOmEkefhkm8Fp9uZGHcTcIOFRn14fg_WWraq8msZwMro4X8DLKNbt__5FSfxKoQ2GySo6V4u75yyIqlXQ_4zvtH2Nsk_YFUc278ngdZhaQLxYRIberS9ETy85mzaY/s400/DavidJamesPhotography+352.jpg" width="266" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Have to capture the first kiss as husband & wife!!</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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</span><!--[endif]-->The Kiss<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; text-align: right;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv2gd-uVAZRnaahADaVrakq_UEIzATcRHRs64RjdbXIr5zm1_HvTLrnQO_77uYyBgvH5HrbukxqQJsM72buNC0shzqmS0XeW1WBDpoEVJU6e280eTR0hD6SXLlRmpmyxvvRawYjMfhLgI/s1600/kiss+pin.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="331" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv2gd-uVAZRnaahADaVrakq_UEIzATcRHRs64RjdbXIr5zm1_HvTLrnQO_77uYyBgvH5HrbukxqQJsM72buNC0shzqmS0XeW1WBDpoEVJU6e280eTR0hD6SXLlRmpmyxvvRawYjMfhLgI/s400/kiss+pin.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Bride's parents reaction is priceless!</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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</span><!--[endif]-->The guests reaction/crowd during ceremony</span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglV2t_aYhqflbRQ1QotDqcOaT_yxr-sfGw_gaDE4kTIOMBewQNChC5Fdj1SW1z5wAWerLZfPcl0Jfxzb9as5tMB-4JHeZfJYTgGd4VZ06ZZQbDvZd4qzGl_TIgmESHHdZ8DhF5V7iwQAo/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+1574.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglV2t_aYhqflbRQ1QotDqcOaT_yxr-sfGw_gaDE4kTIOMBewQNChC5Fdj1SW1z5wAWerLZfPcl0Jfxzb9as5tMB-4JHeZfJYTgGd4VZ06ZZQbDvZd4qzGl_TIgmESHHdZ8DhF5V7iwQAo/s400/DavidJamesPhotography+1574.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Artsy Picture of Bride and Groom (could be cool to print on a canvas and hang in your house)</td></tr>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">23.<span style="font-size: 7pt;"> </span>The send off after the ceremony</span></div>
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</span>Formal shot of Bride and Groom with the Groom's
family</span></div>
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</span>Formal shot of Bride and Groom with the Bride's
family</span></div>
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</span>Bride's extended family</span></div>
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</span>Bride and Groom in front of the church</span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWWZwdHwk8NIN4KTp5_JR4ugoU7DkM6V7zBK0LtCCRAfCFXOq_Z0vdLuSJRhSh-kOz3RI-dlIayRivcRIaSa25J_RqqJtt_rD2YJDuNKESAhqOE_WuxIkDdmPkq0p0YmvWdLYwNT2JcOA/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+1715.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWWZwdHwk8NIN4KTp5_JR4ugoU7DkM6V7zBK0LtCCRAfCFXOq_Z0vdLuSJRhSh-kOz3RI-dlIayRivcRIaSa25J_RqqJtt_rD2YJDuNKESAhqOE_WuxIkDdmPkq0p0YmvWdLYwNT2JcOA/s400/DavidJamesPhotography+1715.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bride & Groom walking</td></tr>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">30.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>Picture of Bride and Groom walking away into a
beautiful life (we were walking down a tree lined road)</span></div>
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</span>Thank you card</span></div>
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</span>Bride with the bridesmaids</span></div>
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</span>Bride with the groomsmen</span></div>
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</span>Groom with groomsmen<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCSVkIJZN_cLwzc7CObfBkj_SiNrClOKxh8BNki_0jgrDDEABlZ894nrGSgLcp-Hyx4fxV0eOYAZygz8YLfcqGlHsDjYWnWyTqiTARuYbHKTRaYo1IOKFn5rgzg0vvjB2mdXzD03BfS0c/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+252.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCSVkIJZN_cLwzc7CObfBkj_SiNrClOKxh8BNki_0jgrDDEABlZ894nrGSgLcp-Hyx4fxV0eOYAZygz8YLfcqGlHsDjYWnWyTqiTARuYbHKTRaYo1IOKFn5rgzg0vvjB2mdXzD03BfS0c/s400/DavidJamesPhotography+252.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Black & White: Groom with Groomsmen</td></tr>
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</span>Groom with bridesmaids</span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXfXTiFcdz5JRQ4LBlkU63ryfbSoWV7YCPZYamdmN_AAft3d8LVgqt6JFW-jYB3AO9a9rGxnB_nBRRExXm0QHiYjQn_eqPW8Je8Xq0nbIB8RCzDNiSVtD8Tq0rLW3COgqDoTY5xTdy_0E/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+1568.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="263" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXfXTiFcdz5JRQ4LBlkU63ryfbSoWV7YCPZYamdmN_AAft3d8LVgqt6JFW-jYB3AO9a9rGxnB_nBRRExXm0QHiYjQn_eqPW8Je8Xq0nbIB8RCzDNiSVtD8Tq0rLW3COgqDoTY5xTdy_0E/s400/DavidJamesPhotography+1568.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bridal Party Jump Shot- Photographer shouts 1, 2, 3 and everyone jumps on 3!</td></tr>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">36.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>Bride and Groom with entire bridal party - serious</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">37.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>Bride and Groom with entire bridal party - silly,
jumping, etc.</span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSbeGovv-QMskEHEK8xP2kQvPliYCobySaOPRM9fn-2z_cjXpPRNi6OtVJYPUxk66faWq1akUxMBQ7fk2cBte0-v3FXo5EZWMsxVI_UnHI6leHY8o1WDDdCu1Jr6l467FYJCJyHW8uyGk/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+1842.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSbeGovv-QMskEHEK8xP2kQvPliYCobySaOPRM9fn-2z_cjXpPRNi6OtVJYPUxk66faWq1akUxMBQ7fk2cBte0-v3FXo5EZWMsxVI_UnHI6leHY8o1WDDdCu1Jr6l467FYJCJyHW8uyGk/s400/DavidJamesPhotography+1842.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bridal Party in Church (photographer is standing in the balcony)</td></tr>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">38.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>Entire bridal party toasting with champagne or
drinks
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -0.25in;">39.</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 7pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">
</span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -0.25in;">The bride having her dress bustled</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">40.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>Bride and MOH</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">41.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>Parents of Bride and parents of Groom getting
introduced</span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr1fqujUWmA_6BcM5QVlbifKZsgw2RTkHT9sg_Y2cApPJqKAqNia71fujcCSwNEK3b2tr2wJzG0yOSAuWiJtKBMlFV7odDWicTjrLZyAGBWObqLgLIoseYgaZy8t2x1ll-0gy9Bab0U2I/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+1716.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr1fqujUWmA_6BcM5QVlbifKZsgw2RTkHT9sg_Y2cApPJqKAqNia71fujcCSwNEK3b2tr2wJzG0yOSAuWiJtKBMlFV7odDWicTjrLZyAGBWObqLgLIoseYgaZy8t2x1ll-0gy9Bab0U2I/s400/DavidJamesPhotography+1716.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Time to celebrate and drink!!</td></tr>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">42.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>Each bridesmaids and groomsmen being introduced</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">43.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>The Bride and Groom being introduced</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">44.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>First dance</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">45.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>Father daughter dance</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">46.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span>Mother son dance</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">47.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->MOH giving her toast</span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit;">48.<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Best Man giving his toast</span></div>
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</span>Cutting the cake</span></div>
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</span>Feeding cake (or shoving!)
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</span><!--[endif]-->Group shots with your group from High School</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>(I
am so glad we had our photographer take a picture of our swimming friends,
little did we know it would be our last time together as a group because our
dear friend Chris passed away a year after the wedding) Take a serious and silly picture</i></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Group shots with your group from College</span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Throwing your bouquet or giving it away</span></div>
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</span>The place cards</span></div>
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</span>The gifts (card holder, presents, and party favors)</span></div>
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</span>The reception room before guests arrive
(centerpieces)</span></div>
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</span>The guest book (maybe while someone is signing)</span></div>
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</span>Candid shots of cocktail hour</span></div>
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</span>Candid shots of dancing</span></div>
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</span>Send off after the reception</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Printable checklist [Right click, save image, paste into a word document, and print]</td></tr>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-62421866334860306192014-01-01T14:35:00.000-08:002014-01-20T13:48:47.274-08:007 Beauty Tips for the Bride<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tip # 1: Get a spray tan 3-4 days before the wedding day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>I had a lady come to my house. She had a spray tan tent and it only cost 40$. A spray tan is a good way to go if you aren't a fan of tanning beds/booths. If you are getting married in the summer and think I will just lay out the week of the wedding! Guess what, it won't happen (not being a debby downer, just realistic. It will either rain, be cloudy or you will be busy doing last minute things for the big day!) A spray tan won't take care of major tan lines, but it will even out a tiny tan line (I got a sun burn in 3 months before the wedding and still had a light line from my bathing suit) </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>It gave me a bridal glow!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tip # 2: Wear a button down shirt when you are getting ready so your hair and makeup don't get messed up when you go to put your wedding dress on.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Button down shirt getting ready is a must!</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tip # 3: Apply waterproof mascara over your other mascara so when you cry your makeup doesn't run.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tip # 4: Buy the lip gloss your makeup artist uses so you can reapply before pictures.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Last minute fixes before walking down the aisle</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tip # 5: Don't wash your hair the day of the wedding. Most stylists recommend you wash your hair the day before.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tip #6: Carry extra bobby pins in your purse. That way you can quickly fix your hair and get right back to the party.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tip # 7: Don't forget to put on deodorant! Your nerves will make you sweat a little more than normal, don't be a smelly bride! </span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">I knew I had applied </span>deodorant<span style="font-family: inherit;"> after I showered in the morning, but when we got in the limo, I freaked and said "oh my gosh, I don't remember if I put </span>deodorant<span style="font-family: inherit;"> on after I put my dress on!" Luckily Mandy (Matt's sister and a bridesmaid) said "I have some!" So of course I put it on in the limo, while driving to the church. I think 3 other bridesmaids applied as well; Laughing the whole time!!</span></i></div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-61955522492344582162013-12-30T11:28:00.001-08:002013-12-30T11:29:22.233-08:00DIY Wooden Letters<span style="font-family: inherit;">I can't tell you how many times my mom and I drove by the church picturing my big day. Most churches and venues have gorgeous landscaping and aesthetic value, but dressing it up makes it uniquely personalized. I remember going to a wedding at our church, just to see what the church looks like when a wedding is going on. We drive up, look at each other and think are we at a funeral or a wedding? Now ask yourself, do you want your guests saying that?</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">You don't need an invitation to go to a church ceremony. It's a worship service and most churches have an open door policy. I recommend going to at least 1 wedding at your church to you can figure out how you want to decorate the church. (Please don't use this as advice for every church, check their website, bulletin or ask). Also, dress up for the occasion, don't wear jeans. You will stick out like a sore thumb! </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><strong><u>DIY Wooden Letters</u></strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I bought our initials (2 each for the front and back of the door, that way if the doors are open or closed you can see the letters) (A for Amanda and M for Matt) and 2 inch light blue ribbon at <a href="http://www.michaels.com/" target="_blank">Michaels</a> and borrowed my dad's staple gun for the project. You could also use a hot glue gun to attach the letters to the ribbon.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Step 1: Sand the wood (optional, the wood may be smooth enough to paint)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Step 2: Paint the wooden letters ( I noticed foam brushes worked best )</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Step 3: Figure out how long the ribbon should be ( since most churches don't allow nails or pins we draped the ribbon over the top of the door )</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Step 4: Cut the ribbon</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Step 5: Staple or hot glue the letters to the ribbon</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Step 6: Bring the decoration to the church, hang and boom, you have a beautiful personalized church door!</span></div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-42638342678511000132013-12-30T11:08:00.001-08:002013-12-30T12:10:58.260-08:00Pre-Wedding Girls Day<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Visiting with out of town guests and extended family on your
wedding day can be hard. It is a <span style="font-size: x-large;">busy</span>
day. Aside from hugging everyone and thanking them for being there, there isn't
much time to 'catch up' with people you haven't seen in 6 months or sometimes
more. You <i>struggle</i> with knowing they spent a lot of money and time to be there
for you, and knowing you will be busy getting ready, saying vows, getting
pictures taken, eating, and dancing. So how do you catch up with these wonderful
people you dearly love?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b><span style="font-size: large;"> Luckily </span></b></i>weddings aren't just one day, it's a whole weekend. Think
about it, there is the day before where you are prepping/decorating, and having
the rehearsal dinner. The day of the
wedding you get ready, have the wedding ceremony, wedding reception, and typically
an after party at the hotel bar. Then
the day after you have a brunch with all the out of town guests and extended
family. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> The day before my wedding we had a girls day. About a month
before I emailed my mom, sister, grandmothers, Matt's mom, his sister, his grandmothers, my
aunts, cousins and the bridesmaids, and gave them<u> the plan</u>. I knew they all wouldn't be able to make it, but the important part is that everyone knew what was going on, and
they felt included (which was important to me.) <i>Keep in mind</i> to invite close
friends that aren't in your wedding, but who are traveling, to events like these. My good friend Danielle was flying in so I made sure to invite her to lunch and nails. You
want people traveling to feel welcome, enjoy their time, and look back and say
'that was a great wedding! I am so glad I went!'</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #9fc5e8; font-family: inherit;">Decorating the church from 9:30am-11:30am</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #9fc5e8; font-family: inherit;">Not only did this allow me to spend time with
family and friends, but the mani/pedi gave me a chance to relax, which is
important on such a busy/exhausting/exhilarating weekend.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-46200086260278683512013-10-21T07:46:00.000-07:002013-12-30T11:09:27.408-08:00Bathroom Basket<h2 align="center">
<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Wedding Bathroom Basket</span></em></h2>
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">A small element in the grand scheme of things</span></em></h3>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>that can help a grateful guest out in time of need</em><span style="font-size: small;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">This is another project you can tackle early on and set aside. It takes about an hour to buy the basket and supplies and about 30 minutes to make the basket look pretty and assemble it.</span><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">How to put together a bathroom basket</span></em></h2>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><strong>Step 1: </strong>Print your list of needed supplies<span style="font-size: small;">
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Tampax Tampons</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Carefree Pantyliners</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Hair Elastics</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Bobby Pins</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Singer Sewing Kit</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Safety Pins</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Spray Deodorant (because no one wants to share a gel or solid)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Hair spray</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Advil</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mints/Gum</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Dental Floss</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Clear Nail Polish</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Bandaids</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Step 2: </strong>Take your list to the store (Walmart, Target, Kmart) and buy supplies (keep in mind, if the supplies aren't used up, you will be stuck with them so don't go crazy & try not to spend too much)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><strong>Step 3: </strong>If you don't have a basket (or 2, depending on how many bathrooms are at the reception) Look at JoAnn Fabrics, Michaels, AC Moore, Tuesday Morning, etc. for baskets. (Again, get something you like because once the wedding is over you can use these somewhere around your house!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><strong>Step 4: </strong>If you don't have craft supplies to make the sign for the basket, buy some ribbon, cardstock and craft paper while you are at the store.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><strong>Step 5: </strong>Type up or write out the saying for the sign<span style="font-size: small;">
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<i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">So
happy you’re here sharing our special day </span></i><i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />
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something should go astray:</span></i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Please
help yourself to the contents within </span></i><i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />
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ibuprofen</span></i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Use
what you need, and just leave the rest </span></i><i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />
</span></i><i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">For it may be useful to
some other guest!</span></i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Repair
the damage that may have been done, </span></i><i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />
</span></i><i><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Then hurry back and join
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<strong>Step 6: </strong>Jazz up the sign</div>
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I printed mine on cardstock and backed it with light blue paper and then on black and white swirly paper. </div>
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<strong>Step 7: </strong>Weave the ribbon through the basket</div>
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<strong>Step 8: </strong>Attach the saying to the ribbon/basket (double stick tape works wonders with projects like this)</div>
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<strong>Step 9: </strong>Assemble the basket with all the supplies. Take everything out of the plastic and packaging (your guests will be more likely to use them) Place tallest items in the back and try to configure everything so it can all be seen.</div>
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<strong>Step 10:</strong> Don't forget to bring the bathroom basket to the reception site with you when you set up or to the planner (depends on who sets up)</div>
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Tip- If it is a Men/Women's bathroom, you don't need women's body spray and tampons in the men's basket ! ;-) </div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-61550444796993058022013-10-15T13:42:00.004-07:002013-12-30T11:09:54.887-08:00Table Name/Number Banner<div class="MsoNormal">
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Table Name/Number Banner</span></i></h2>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">This is a perfect way to incorporate your theme. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">I went to my cousins wedding where all the tables were named after
cities in Texas, where they were going to be moving to. I thought 'what a
creative idea!?' So much better than 1, 2, 3, 4, and so on. Since Matt and I
met swimming we decided this would be our theme. Early on in our planning phase we thought it
would be fun to name our table numbers after swimming events. Not only would
this be different, but it would possibly start a conversation at the table. The
table numbers fit perfectly with our swimmer ribbon place cards.<u><o:p></o:p></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Once we had the table names figured out, we had to find
a nice way to display them. I had heard
of people 'jazzin up' dollar store frames, but when I went to look at them, they looked soo cheap. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">After looking
online and racking our brains during an afternoon of wedding planning my mom
found a banner coming out of the centerpiece. Can you say perfect!?
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Banners/flags are all over the place in swimming.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">** One thing my mom and I learned while planning
was to always toss an idea out there. If
we didn't use the original idea, it got the 'wheels turning' and came up with a
greater one. There were so many times
one of us would say something and the other person would say "umm no, oh
but what about this?" **</span></div>
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HOW TO COME UP WITH CREATIVE TABLE NAMES</span></h2>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ask yourself questions </span></i></h2>
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tie it in with your theme and interests</span></em></h2>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Are you a couple that travels? Name your tables after cities
you have been to.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Do you love a sports team? Name your tables about players
with their number or football stadiums. Love golf? Name the tables about holes
and have holes on flags.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Did you meet at college? Name your tables after the halls.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">A fun spin on number 1, 2, 3, etc. is framed pictures of the
bride and groom at that age. Talk about a conversation starter!</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Love to read? Name your tables after books and incorporate
this into your centerpiece. It is so easy to get your hands on cheap books!
*DIY project* love it!</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Run marathons or do triathlons? Name your tables after all
the races you have done. Rock N' Roll Marathon, Pittsburgh Marathon, etc. Then
make little number bibs for place cards!</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Love gardening or flowers? There are hundreds of flowers you
can use to name your tables after. Each centerpiece could be a bouquet of that
flower.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Love dogs? Name your table after breeds.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Are you getting married at an art museum? Name the tables
after famous pieces of art</span>.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">You will need a computer with photo shop, a printer with ink
(make sure you have enough, you don't want it to look faded), cardstock,
scissors, thin sticks of wood, wood stain, brush, and double sided tape. The
cardstock, thin sticks of wood, and double sided tape were from Michaels.</span></div>
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www.dreamstime.com</span></div>
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banner to make it look 3D.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Step 4:</b> Add the table numbers/names ((100 Freestyle, 200
Freestyle, 500 Freestyle, 100 Backstroke, etc.) *Print 2 copies (so you have a
front and back to glue together)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Step 7:</b> Once the sticks are dry, put the banners at the top
using double sided tape.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Step 8:</b> Make sure the banner isn't too heavy on the thin
wood stick. We brought the banners to the florist along with the wood boxes (the week before the wedding)</span></div>
Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-76495939995836640122013-10-07T11:43:00.002-07:002013-12-30T11:10:27.542-08:00Newspaper<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">One of the reasons I love Pinterest is the ideas it gives you. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">One night I found a pin with wedding rings on the newspaper and thought great idea! I immediately pinned it and added to the comment 'get the newspaper on wedding day, on the To Do List!' Even with a million things going on, on the morning of my wedding my brother was running out to get milk from the store and asked "Does anybody need anything?" "Yes!!" I shouted. "Grab today's paper!"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">15 minutes later..He comes back and we burst out laughing...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">YUP, Pot Raid on the front page of the newspaper. I thought "guess we won't be getting any nice pictures of our rings with this newspaper."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">It's a great idea for a fun picture with your wedding rings. Grab a paper on your wedding day and if it's a nice front page, ask your photographer to get a picture like this pin I found...</span></div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-5826634272731691992013-09-30T17:13:00.000-07:002013-12-30T11:10:45.477-08:00Flowers<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Flowers are everywhere when it comes to your wedding
day.</span></em></div>
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, alter
pieces, and centerpieces. </span></em></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0ZhfE6MIbjeB1kVHZJxHxPHdgThvcV5bBLHt8djaP02pUn9hlqaBbbcBf1s0DvMCjO3q03TkAD4mcliC4wgEpuF05VVbS7fleGogVWPrvdguwwak1rdp9mV21OHdygYgfHnGGpinB2ts/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+490.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="font-size: large;"><em>Tips for finding a Florist</em> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Start your search early!! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Research online for local florists. Look at their reviews</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Ask people who have recently got married who they used and what they thought. Try not use a recommendation from someone that hasn't gotten married yet. You want to hear how the actual wedding day went.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Have a budget. Communicate this to your florist.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Meet with 3-5 florists. During the meeting share your vision, likes, dislikes, and expectations. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Listen for statements that let you know your florist is educated and will do a good job.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Compare quotes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Ask yourself "Which florist did I like the most?" </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">75% of the florists we met with, I walked away saying "wow, florists are crazy nice and have such a fun personality!" So if you leave a meeting say "what a dud" remember they are going to be creating your wedding flowers. Do you want to pay them for a service and not be happy with the product? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0ZhfE6MIbjeB1kVHZJxHxPHdgThvcV5bBLHt8djaP02pUn9hlqaBbbcBf1s0DvMCjO3q03TkAD4mcliC4wgEpuF05VVbS7fleGogVWPrvdguwwak1rdp9mV21OHdygYgfHnGGpinB2ts/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+490.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="font-size: large;"><em>Tips for figuring out what flowers you want</em></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Look through bridal magazines and save pictures you like</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Pin flower arrangements you like on pinterest</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When you see a flower you like (such as in a movie or show) write it down and keep it in your wedding folder</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Research what flowers will be in season</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> What does your dress look like.. what bouquet will look best with your dress</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If your dress is simple, consider adding embellishments to your bouquet</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><em>My Flower Story!</em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I had tossed around the idea of making our own centerpieces
for the reception.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We had done this for
my sister's wedding and it worked out well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>But there are a few things you need to keep in mind if this is the route
you choose.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Where are you going to order
the flowers from?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Jess had the wrong
flowers sent to her the week of her wedding (bright Home Depot orange!) and had
to make some quick decisions on what to do.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>This can be a very time consuming task.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It took us close to 4-5 hours to assemble the centerpieces.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Once you create the centerpieces you need to
safely get them to the reception hall.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>This was not an issue with her wedding, because we created them at the
hall.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A professional florist is equipped
to travel with 10-15 centerpieces and knows how to handle the amount of water
in the vases, etc.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So, this can be fun
if you can figure out all of the details.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>In the long run I decided to have a professional florist create all of
my center pieces, bouquets, boutonnieres, and corsages.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Honestly, it was one less thing to stress
about when it came down to 'crunch time' (i.e. 48 hours before the wedding.) I
liked knowing my florist would deliver everything and set the centerpieces up
for us.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As most of you know finding the perfect florist is just like
finding the perfect DJ/Emcee.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>At first I thought this task was easy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My mom's friend recommended a florist to
us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We called her up, made an
appointment, met with her, and loved her!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>She told us she would get back to us in 2 weeks with a quote.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I waited patiently, and after 2 weeks I
called her once a week...for 6 weeks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Yup, 8 weeks after our first appointment is when I finally received the
quote! If you can't keep your promise with typing up and giving a potential
client a quote, there is a small possibility you are going to mess up on my
wedding day. Not taking that risk!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This is similar to my photographer story. You don't want to
settle for a lousy 'professional' that is going to provide questionable
services ..for your wedding!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is never
too late to switch or find a professional service.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are so many florists, DJs,
photographers, etc. that want your business (you just have to find them!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My mom and I did some
research online and set up about 4 more meetings with potential florists. It
was a pretty easy decision.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We went with the florist that was easy to talk
to, knew her stuff, gave me several suggestions, showed me pictures of her past
work, and gave me the impression she loves what she does.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It also helped that she provided me with a
quote in 7-10 days, as promised. I highly recommend <a href="http://www.colonialgardenspa.com/" target="_blank">Kris Gardy at Colonial Gardens</a> if you live in Phoenixville, Exton, West Chester, Pottstown Area of PA.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> My Bouquet had ins and outs (not a round mound),<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>with seeded eucalyptus and rolled thin
grasses for a touch of green, a mixture of blue hydrangeas (my FAVORITE!),
white roses,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>spray roses, white calla
lilies, white stock, blue salvia, and pale blue delphinium.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To match the 'bling' theme, she added clear
crystal pics in the center of the roses and a band of rhinestones around the
satin ribbon on the handle. She worked in my grandmother's handkerchief, which
was my 'something old'.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The bouquet cost
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It was really hard to decide what blue flowers wouldn't
clash with the bridesmaids dress so we decided to have them carry green and
white bouquets with blue crystal pics in the center of their roses and a hint
of blue iridescent beads on thin silver wire worked in for a touch of blue. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Their bouquets were had a combination of dusty
miller, green spray roses, green hydrangea, white salvia, white roses, white
calla lilies, and green hypericum berries.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Each bouquet cost<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>$65 and in
total it was<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>$325.<br />
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corsages on white pearl bracelets.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They
were able to choose from bracelets the florist had or bring the florist a
bracelet. The florist told us she can work in flowers into mostly any bracelet,
which is pretty cool! I suggest Charming Charlie (a jewelry fanatics heaven!) <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Their corsages had a mix of white and green
flowers to match the bridal party.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We
made sure to tell the florist their dress color.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The cost was $30 and in total it was $60.</span><br />
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placed on the altar.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It had a mix of
blue, white and green flowers to compliment the wedding parties flowers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The cost was $125. You can either bring this
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I had always known I wanted a low centerpiece at the
reception because I have been to a few weddings where you can't see the people
across from you because of the tall, bulky center piece.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yes, they are gorgeous, but they are also
outrageously expensive and block your view from each other.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had seen a wood box centerpieces somewhere
on Pinterest and knew that is what I wanted.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>After looking around in stores such as Tuesday Morning and online I
finally found a site that was reasonable.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I got a case of 12 wood boxes for $84 from <a href="http://www.jamaligarden.com/" target="_blank">Jamali Garden</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>We stained the wood boxes and then supplied them to the florist a week
before the wedding.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Each box had a
combination of hydrangeas, roses, spray roses, stock, salvia, seeded eucalyptus
and a few other fill flowers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The cost
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't forget to think about how to give away your centerpieces. It's one less thing to take home, I mean do you really want 15 centerpieces in your house (flowers dying while you are on your honeymoon).. I didn't think so. Make 12-15 wedding guests super happy by giving them the centerpiece. To give away our centerpieces we had Abe, our Emcee, announce
the person that traveled the farthest got to take home the centerpiece. You can
also do person who has known the couple the longest, person with the closest
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> The delivery and set up fee was 150$, which is reasonable
considering she drove the bouquets to my parents house, the boutonnieres,
corsages and altar piece to the church, and the center pieces to the reception
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Yes, flowers are expensive, but they have such beauty that
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</span>There are other alternatives to bouquets and centerpieces.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You have to ask yourself what you are willing
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><em>Mine came true...</em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><em>Gold Chiavari Chairs, Ivory Table Cloths, Light Blue Napkins, Wood Box Flower Centerpieces, Light Blue Votives</em></span></td></tr>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Full time job, part
time job, taking care of the dog, house work, meals, social life, PLANNING a
wedding AND working out. Talk about a FULL plate. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"> you can do anything you put your
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%; mso-themecolor: text1;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><em>Over 8 months I lost 15 pounds and had to have my wedding dress taken in 1-2 sizes!</em></span></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">DISCLAIMER:</span></u><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;"> I am <u>NOT</u> a dietitian, qualified
nutritionist or personal trainer. This is simply what I did to get into shape
to look the best on my wedding day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>A
little bit about my fitness background.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I swam competitively for 12 years on 3 teams; YMCA, High School and
College.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A lot of my ideas come from a
swimming sets and dry land workouts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
swam breaststroke, butterfly and the Individual Medley.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One of the reasons I loved the IM was because
I got bored of the same stroke. So you will notice in my workout pattern, I mix it
up. I find it boring to run 5 days a week. Some people love it, it's not for
me.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">10 months before my
wedding I had to have a mole removed on my calf.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This wouldn't have been bad, but it forced me
to avoid the gym for 2 months. Every time you walk, your calf muscle bulges.
The first time my stitches were removed the area opened up and I had to have a
second set of stitches.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The point of
this rant is to let you know I had 8 months to get in shape, after doing
nothing for 2 months (this was also during Thanksgiving pie and Christmas
Cookie season).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><em>Please read this
with an open mind. Feel free to change anything and adapt the workouts/plan to what is best for
you.</em></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">I believe it is way easier to
get in shape so you can have fun on your wedding day; rather
than to constantly be thinking *stick chin out* and *angle arm out* while pictures are being taken.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Perfect low-calorie snack that satisfies like the crunch of a chip!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Getting in shape
goes hand in hand with eating right ! For
3 weeks I cut processed sugar out totally and ate tiny portions. After those 3
weeks I ate small portions and made smart choices. If I wanted a cookie, I had
a cookie. Not 10, but 1. If you keep saying no to that 1 cookie, all you will
think about is that 1 cookie.. and end up eating 10 cookies. I also tried to substitute
juice with water. This keeps you
hydrated, but keeps unnecessary calories out of your body. Eat 3 meals a day and small snacks throughout
the day. I hate when I hear someone say
"I don't eat breakfast" People
please, your body needs nourishment. Most of my lunches consisted of water, salad, yogurt and veggie chips.</span></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tips for Success</span></em></strong></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Try on a pair of jeans to track your progress</td></tr>
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Keep track of your progress. I like to try on a pair of pants that are 'a little' tight and re-try them on every 3-4 weeks. </b></li>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Workout 4-6 times a week for 30-70 minutes. Yes getting in shape and having a great looking body takes time and dedication.</b></li>
<ul>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">The more you put in, the more you will get out.</b></li>
</ul>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Weigh in once a week (same time every time, morning or night) on the same scale (remember clothes add a little, but not much). Weight is a motivating factor, but don't get mad if you aren't losing 2 pounds every week.</b></li>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Keep a log of when you workout. I kept a little notebook to keep me motivated. When I looked at it, I either thought "great job, go me!" or "wow, I haven't worked out in 3 days, better get back to the gym!" This is also a good way to keep track of how much weight you're lifting.</b></li>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Don't be scared of the gym, weights and machines. </b></li>
<li><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">If you have any questions, ask someone that works there.</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">The last thing you want is to use something improperly and hurt yourself.</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span></span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Working out is a great stress reliever, once the blood gets flowing, </span></span><span style="line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">endorphins</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"> are released and make ya' feel great! </span></span></b></li>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Get up and GO! I can't tell you how many times I was dreading going to the gym, but once the workout was over, I had a 'workout-high' and was proud of myself. </b></li>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">When you're working on a machine, look at a magazine to help pass the time and take your mind off the workout itself. (I love reading People!!) </b></li>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Bring your iPod. Music is the best to work-out to!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bring a small notepad with you to the gym to track your progress</td></tr>
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<b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">23 songs on my iPod that I like to workout to:</b></h3>
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</ul>
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<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Beat me up by Allison Iraheta</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Best I Ever Had by Gavin DeGraw</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Forever by Chris Brown (I always picture The Office Wedding Episode!)</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">I Do by Colbie Caillat (How can you not love this song when you are sheddin' for the weddin')</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pour some sugar on me by Def Leppard (on the highest volume that doesn't hurt your ears)</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Calabria by Enur</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">I love it by Icona Pop</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Electric Feel by MGMT</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
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<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Alex Chilton by The Replacements</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Untouched by The Veronicas</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Five Minutes to Midnight by Boys Like Girls</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Heels Over Head by Boys Like Girls </span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Gimme More by Britney Spears</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Womanizer by Britney Spears </span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">See You Again by Miley Cyrus</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Single Ladies by Beyonce</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bad Romance by Lady Gaga</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Love Games by Lady Gaga </span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Come & Get It by Selena Gomez</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Love You Like a Love Song by Selena Gomez </span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dont Say Nuthin' by The Roots</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">I Hope It Rains by Jana Kramer</span></b></div>
</blockquote>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;">
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">My Paper Heart by The All-American Rejects</span></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>5 weeks of training</em> </span></b></h2>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;"><br /></span></span></b>
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">Elliptical - 30 minutes</span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">100 crunches</span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">Day 2</span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">Row- 5 minutes</span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">Treadmill- 10
minute run, 10 minute walk</span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">2</span><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">00 crunches</span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">Day 3</span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><b>Bike- 30 minutes
Total: [5 minutes at resistance 5, 5 minutes at resistance 8, 5 minutes at
resistance 12] x2</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><b>200 crunches<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Day 4<o:p></o:p></strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><b>Zumba</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Day 5<o:p></o:p></strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><b>Run/Walk Outside-
30 minutes</b></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">Week 2</span></span></b></h3>
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;"><br /></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Day 1<o:p></o:p></strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><b>Row- 10 minutes</b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; line-height: 115%;">Treadmill- 10
minute run<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><b>150 crunches<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><b>Treadmill- 3 minute
walk at incline 1, 9 minute run at incline 1, 3 minute walk at incline 1.5, 9
minute run at incline 1.5, 6 minute walk at incline 1<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><b>Ab Bench- [10 right
side, 10 left side, 10 back] x3<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Day 3<o:p></o:p></strong></span></div>
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Total: 5 minute warm up, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>5 minutes at
resistance 5/below 90 RPM, 1 minute at res. 5/above 90 RPM, 7 minutes at res.
7/below 90 RPM, 1 minute at res. 7/above 90 RPM, 1 minute at res. 9/below 90
RPM, 1 minute at res. 9/above 90 RPM, 1 minute at res. 11/below 90 RPM, 1
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<span style="line-height: 18.399999618530273px;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">* My favorite group classes are LesMills Body Pump, LesMills Body Combat, Zumba and Spinning*</span></b></span></div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-44186796366676692412013-09-16T11:44:00.000-07:002013-12-30T11:12:17.079-08:00Music at the Reception<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> <span style="color: #666666;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #666666;">From the very beginning of planning Matt and I wanted a band at our reception. His brother had a band at their reception and we loved it. It was different than a DJ and brings such a lively atmosphere to your celebration. A family friend of ours is in a great cover band </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/fwbband" target="_blank"><span style="color: #666666;">The Friends With Benefits</span></a><span style="color: #666666;">, unfortunately the lead singer was in a wedding the same day. (errg!) So we continued to search, but just couldn't find any bands we liked, in our price range. Before looking too far into DJs in the area, we considered hiring someone to run music through an iPod. My sister had done this at her wedding, so I knew it could be done. Nerve racking, a little, if the iPod doesn't work, but it's so cost efficient and there are ways to back up the play list. Bring 2 iPods and your computer with a back up hard drive to calm your nerves!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #666666;"> When we decided on this, we had to find the perfect person to Emcee our reception. Luckily, my brother's friend Abe was the perfect person with his upbeat personality! I have known him since I was 12 so it was cool to have someone I knew well emcee.</span><span style="color: #666666;">
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And I knew we could trust him! Abe was all about it and we were so excited! My brother is very talented with music and put our entire playlist together! <em>(I am incredibly lucky)</em> He had an hour of jazz music on a CD that the Columbia Station played during happy hour and the playlist on an iPod/computer for the reception. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;"> I assigned my dad and brother to rent a sound system from the local music store. ( I like to stress, that people want to help. You just have to ask) I think it was around 200$. My brother picked the sound system up the morning of the wedding and met Abe at the Columbia Station to set it up (and make sure it worked!)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;"> We met up with Abe and my brother a week or so before the wedding to go over the schedule we had created (after meeting with our wedding coordinator, the Columbia Station provided one for the day of the wedding). We also wanted to let him know everyone's name in the bridal party so he pronounced them correctly.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666;">My Father in law on the dance floor!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #666666;">I had ordered my veil online from </span><a href="http://www.simplybridal.com/shop/accessories/veils#!/veil_tier=&dir=desc&p=clear" target="_blank"><span style="color: #666666;">Simply Bridal</span></a><span style="color: #666666;">. Great website, with an abundance of choices between one tier, two tier, or three tier, attached comb, length, and trim.</span></span></span><br />
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The next step to my decision was the length. I knew 'blusher' was too short and 'cathedral' was too long. So 'elbow', 'fingertip', or 'hip' it was! Before narrowing my search too much I considered the trim. My dress had gorgeous diamond beading and lace overlay at the top of the dress that I didn't want to compete with. I decided to get a </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.simplybridal.com/shop/accessories/veils/87135-two-tier-pencil-edge-veil" target="_blank"><span style="color: #666666;">Two tier, pencil edge, fingertip veil</span></a><span style="color: #666666;">. I went with an ivory color since my dress was white. When the veil arrived in the mail, I was so excited! 30$ for a beautiful veil! What could go wrong? I tried it on and loved it. One thing I forgot. <strong>To try it on with the dress!</strong> I took it to my last dress fitting (2 weeks before my wedding) and my mom and I jaw's dropped. My dress looked dirty (the color, it wasn't really dirty people!) So we went on a mad search for a new veil. We couldn't order one online, we were afraid it wouldn't ship in time. We went to a few bridal shops such as David's Bridal and I couldn't cope with paying 130$ for a one tier veil.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: inherit;">A week away and we still had this dilemma! Wear the wrong color veil.. pay 100$ or more for a veil you wear for 3 hours... While thinking of solutions we were looking up ways to dye the veil. Only problem is if it doesn't work, we would be back to <strong>square one</strong>. </span><br />
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: inherit;">You don't need to spend a fortune on your veil. The tradition of the veil is to be worn as protection from evil spirits, but now it is a beautiful accessory that completes your bridal look. Find one that complements your dress. Don't forget to bring it to your hair trial and when you get your hair done on your wedding day. Have the hair stylist show your mom, MOH or a bridesmaid how to take the comb out without messing your hair up. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRdjEraoeoUOXRDADe-mB8wlqxhIond1RlairYaSCdfQYehGw9hbMLdWVI9O9j_fum0zXjtA0128uqBQEXOu7f-4oI9o5U0icqK6Z19Orl7Gt5MOe2I_854IwciE0IOdYm2myGE8_haZU/s1600/DavidJamesPhotography+155.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="color: #666666;"><img border="0" height="255" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRdjEraoeoUOXRDADe-mB8wlqxhIond1RlairYaSCdfQYehGw9hbMLdWVI9O9j_fum0zXjtA0128uqBQEXOu7f-4oI9o5U0icqK6Z19Orl7Gt5MOe2I_854IwciE0IOdYm2myGE8_haZU/s320/DavidJamesPhotography+155.jpg" width="320" /></span></a><span style="color: #666666;">I have been to 2 weddings where the veil came out during their ceremony. One from a hug and one from the wind. If this happens, just go with it! It's better to go with it, then to get upset. Gotta' love a laid back beautiful bride!</span></span></div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-18669632667173466112013-09-08T11:38:00.000-07:002013-12-30T11:19:08.459-08:00Anniversary Celebrations<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">As our first anniversary started to approach we tried to think of ways to celebrate</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">We decided to start some traditions & make our anniversary special</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Go out to eat and enjoy the same dinner we had at our reception; Filet Mignon and Crab Cakes</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">I saw this idea on Pinterest. I went on a hunt for a cute chalkboard (doesn't it seem when you want something, you can never find it? I eventually found one at Marshall's Home Goods for 12$ and bought the chalk at Target for 2$!) </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The next part wasn't planned, but we looked through our wedding cards. It was fun to read the notes, which sparked some memories.</span></li>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-40002653318849118452013-07-22T15:34:00.001-07:002013-12-30T11:19:43.342-08:00Alternative to throwing the bouquet<span style="color: #134f5c;"><em><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Traditions can be great, but not all wedding traditions are necessary. What's important is that carry on the traditions that mean the most to you and start new traditions. I personally love the bouquet toss at weddings. I really enjoyed the competition of trying to catch the bouquet and now that I am married I love cheering on my girlfriends as they try to catch it. </span></em></span><br />
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-family: inherit;"><em> For some reason this idea came to me pretty early on in my wedding planning. I knew I wouldn't have that many single gals at my wedding and it was my Nana's birthday. One day I was over her apartment having lunch with my Nana and Pops. They started talking about a new movie that was coming out. Long story short my Pops asked my Nana on a movie date. I quickly thought, wow, this is <u>adorable</u>. A marriage that has lasted 50 years+ that still includes a man asking his wife on a date. I quickly thought if Matt and I can be married 50 years and still be going on dates, I will be one happy girl! So with this story in mind I knew I wanted to surprise my Nana with my bouquet. I wanted her to know I was happy that she let me share her birthday and that she is an amazing role model. </em></span><br />
<span style="color: #134f5c; font-family: inherit;"><em> Keeping the secret was hard, but totally worth it. <span style="color: #134f5c;"><em>I gave a short speech and handed her my bouquet.</em></span><br />
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<span style="color: #134f5c;"><em> Then cued the DJ to start playing 'Birthday' by The Beatles. One of the sweetest things was watching my Nana and Pops dance like they were newlyweds.</em></span><br />
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<br />Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-48035352160563475142013-07-22T14:37:00.001-07:002013-12-30T11:20:33.333-08:00DIY MR & MRS Chair Decor<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">I am a big believer that the small details<strong><span style="font-size: large;"> <u>make</u></span></strong> your day <em>special</em>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tackle a small project like this on a weeknight after work. It's so simple, yet oh so cute.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Step 1:</strong> Go to Michael's or AC Mooore. Don't forget to find and print a coupon from online.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> * When I dropped off all my decorations to the venue I included a note of where these were to go and how to tie them (most venues set everything up for you, this is something you can ask your venue when you meet with them)</span></div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-1790385459724513252013-07-22T09:53:00.000-07:002013-12-30T11:21:54.524-08:00Don't forget about your dog!<span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;"><em>Your furry best friend might be a part of your big day, but if he/she isn't make sure they are taken care of. Rusty had never been boarded before because whenever Matt and I went out of town our parents watched her. Obviously our parents were going to be a little busy that day..so we started to think who would take care of her on our wedding day. Everyone we knew was going to be at the wedding celebrating. hmmm....</em></span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;">I heard a horror story of a bride that asked her uncle to let her dog out in between the ceremony & reception and after the reception at night. Great idea... until they get home the next day and see furniture chewed up and little gifts all over the house! The uncle forgot to put Fido back in his crate. Picture the scene in 'Meet The Parents' when they get home from the rehearsal dinner and find that Jinxy had put his 'finishing touches' on the wedding gown.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;"><em>If you have never boarded your pet ask friends/family for recommendations, look online and do some research. Try to do this 1-2 months before the big day so you have time to tour the facilities, find a place you feel comfortable with, and take care of any required details such as required vaccines.</em></span><br />
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-47777639073511808072013-06-04T15:33:00.000-07:002013-12-30T11:48:02.160-08:00Card Album<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You receive so many thoughtfully chosen cards with wonderful messages and words of wisdom. So, why throw them away? I came across this project on pinterest awhile ago and knew it would be fun to assemble all the bridal shower and wedding greeting cards we received. It is so simple and chances are you have some of the materials in your craft closet.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Step 5:</strong> Start with the front cover then place the cards on the <a href="http://www.staples.com/Staples-Loose-Leaf-Rings-2-inch-Size-Silver/product_481327">loose leaf rings</a> (can be found at staples, office max, office depot, walmart or target)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It's a simple project that takes about 30-45 minutes. I keep mine in a basket under my coffee table and flip through it every once and a while with the biggest smile!</span></div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-14411313884511567882013-06-03T08:39:00.000-07:002013-12-30T11:48:21.392-08:00Father Daughter Dance<span style="font-family: inherit;">One of the moment's in your wedding that you dream about; dancing with your dad in your white dress on one of the most important days of your life. Remembering all the special moments you had with your dad before this one. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You want the song you dance to to be special and meaningful. Early on in planning my father daughter dance we had decided we would dance to I loved her first by Heartland. I really like that it was country because my parents listened to country music when I was growing up. I also really liked the lyrics.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Fast forward to a week before our wedding. After 12 hours of wedding prep, my dad, mom and aunt were sitting around unwinding with some wine. We decided to start practicing our slow dance and then it hit us. Let's <span style="font-size: large;">surprise </span>everyone with a choreographed dance. It would fit our fun personalities and give our guests something to laugh about. We knew we were going to open with a slow song to 'fool' everybody. So we started with 'I loved her first' by Heartland. Then we led into a little rock and roll 'Sweet Child O' Mine' by Guns' N Roses. We ended the dance to 'Amanda' by Dennis Quaid. Growing up my dad would play Amanda and sing it to me. The songs met the special and meaningful criteria. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">After practicing a handful of times we hoped for the best and headed out onto the dance floor at the reception ..after a shot of course! (we had to have water because of the caterers' rules..oh well, it's all about the show!)</span><br />
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<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;"> Butterfly Kisses by Bob Carlisle's</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">I loved her first by Heartland</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">The way you look tonight by Frank Sinatra</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">My Father's eyes by Eric Clapton's</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Whenever You Remember by Carrie Underwood</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstong</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">My Wish by Rascal Flatts</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Isn't She Lovely by Stevie Wonder</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">I hope you dance by Lee Ann Womack</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">My Little Girl by Tim McGraw</span></em></li>
<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">In My Daughters Eyes by Martina McBride</span></em></li>
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<li><em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Memories by Elvis Presley</span></em></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you aren't able to dance with your dad, choose a person who has been a role model in your life. I believe the tradition of this dance can be shared with your mom, a brother or uncle. It is a special dance that reminds you of the family you have grown up with and the family you are starting.</span><br />
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-83360222107059589062013-05-18T16:10:00.004-07:002014-01-12T13:05:36.784-08:00Guest Book<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you ask anyone who just got married about their wedding day 9/10 will say "It's the fastest day of your life!" It's true! The day goes so quickly. Luckily I was told this several times before I got married, so I made sure to stop throughout the day and take it all in. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Get to your ceremony location early enough to watch your guests walk in. Take a moment to scan the crowd during the ceremony. Stand back for a moment at cocktail hour and watch everyone. Sit down for a minute during the reception and watch everyone dance. (so this one didn't happen because I was dancing the whole time!) but you get the point.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Another fantastic way to remember your big day is to have a guest book. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When I hear wedding guest book I think of a padded book with lined pages that goes on your coffee table for a year and eventually becomes a dust collector. I was so happy to discover the trend of wedding guest books has evolved into creative and fun pieces that serve a purpose. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There are so many ideas for brides to choose from. It is important to decide how the guest book fits in with your theme and the purpose it will serve once the wedding is over. Here are some ideas I found when looking for wedding guests books.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> It is a one-of-a-kind piece of art and the ideal keepsake. Etsy has a ton of these, but since I love DIY projects and being creative I took the pictures myself. What made the piece really special was the pictures were from the town I grew up in. If you decide to make an alphabet wedding guest book keep these tips in mind:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Use a photo safe, acid free, archival quality, lightfast, waterproof, fade-proof, non-bleeding, odorless, smear proof pen. (seems like a lengthy list, but remember you want this to last and look good hanging on your wall)</span></div>
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Once you put all your hard work into your guestbook, you want to make sure all your guest's sign it. You can assign a trusted friend or family member to keep an eye on the guest book. Remember all those friends and family members that say "I want to help, Just let me know how!" I used my Aunt Tania who did an amazing job asking each guest to sign. They don't have to stand their all night, but just have them be the advocate for you guest book!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There are tons of new ideas for wedding guest books. You don't have to use them. Let your mind run wild. Brainstorm with your mom and bridesmaids to come up with a wedding guest book that will fit your theme and personal style!</span></div>
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-82212742398945252982013-05-13T14:45:00.002-07:002013-12-30T11:49:50.026-08:00Transportation<span style="font-family: inherit;">Dressed in the most gorgeous gown, make-up on, hair done and feeling <em>oh so</em> special. The limo pulls up, you climb in with your friends and there it is.. duct tape covering a crack in the seat. You think, well hopefully nothing else goes wrong. But it does. Halfway to your destination you see 3 spiders crawling around. Gross! And to make it a little better (catch my sarcasm) the windows aren't sealed tight so there is just enough breeze to mess up your $50 up-do. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Ok so it wasn't terrible, but it certainly wasn't what I pictured for my senior prom.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So when it came time to find a limo for my wedding I didn't want to make a big mistake again.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">I asked some friends that had recently gotten married for recommendations and did a lot of research online looking at prices, testimonials, types of vehicles, etc. I made sure to meet with the limo service and see the inside of the limo. You want to make sure they are in good condition and see if you can fit your whole wedding party in the car. I thought a 12-passenger would fit my 12 person bridal party. Boy am I glad I had Matt (6'-6") climb in the limo because we totally needed the 16-passenger limo! Things are always different in person.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I knew I wanted to get a limo for a few reasons:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> *To make the day feel more special</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">*To keep the whole bridal party together from the ceremony to pictures and to the reception site</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">*To share a special ride with my girls on the way to the ceremony </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">*To have fun and party with the whole bridal party on the way to the reception</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">*I knew my dress was too big to fit in a little car</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We felt offering a shuttle from the hotel to the reception site was important. Since we had set a block of rooms at the hotel we wanted to offer a shuttle as a courtesy to the guests who were traveling far and didn't know the area. We also wanted to make sure our friends, who we knew would drink, had a safe way home.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A lot of hotels have a van that they use for shuttle service. Try to get a deal. For example, ask if you get 15 rooms booked by a certain date for 50% off the shuttle price. If your hotel doesn't have a shuttle service you can rent a car through a car service.</span><br />
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Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-48585052871573485762013-04-22T17:16:00.002-07:002013-12-30T11:56:18.765-08:00Wedding Name Place Cards<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Depending on what type of reception you have you may need to create place cards. Cocktail wedding reception's allow your guests to mingle, whereas the formal dinner wedding receptions require some type of seating chart. So if you choose a dinner wedding reception...you must decide 'How will our guests know where to sit!?'</span></em><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>We had our reception at </em><a href="http://www.robertryancatering.com/columbia-station/"><em>The Columbia Station</em></a><em> so we heard about people doing 'train tickets' as their place cards. We wanted to do something different, none of this been there, done that. Plus, place cards and table names are the perfect way to incorporate your theme. Our theme was based on swimming and our colors: blue & silver.</em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>My mom and I racked our brains thinking of everything swimming related. After hours of searching pinterest and the Internet, it came to us. The light bulb had gone off. <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Award Ribbons!</span></strong> Every swimmer that has ever swam in a race has received a 1st place award ribbon, 2nd place award ribbon, etc. We ordered personalized ribbons from </em><a href="http://www.staatsawards.com/products.cfm?catID=1"><em>Staats Awards</em></a><em><span id="goog_267704325"> online. O</span>n the back of the ribbon we filled out the guest's name with their table. Our tables were named after swimming events. Such as 400 Free Relay or 100 Butterfly.</em></span><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">When planning your place cards you have to consider:</span></em><br />
<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">*How easy they are to find. You don't want the cocktail hour to go by and your guests scrambling to figure out where they are supposed to sit at dinner.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">*How easy they are to read. You don't want Aunt Penny bending over the table with her glasses for 10 minutes.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">*How easy are they to hold during cocktail hour. Picture yourself at the last wedding you went to: holding the card/present, a drink (or 2!), your purse or clutch and appetizers!</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">*We put the place cards in alphabetical order.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">*We made sure to print everyone's names in a large size.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">*The ribbon had a little string that people could slip on their finger..problem solved!</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Here are some pictures of the ribbons and how we displayed them:</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">The fold screen is from my parents house. We tied silver string from side to side and used miniature clothespins (spray painted silver) to pin the ribbons on. </span></em></div>
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">On the left we had signs simplifying the process even more! It's all about making sure the guests have a good time. The quicker it is to find their place card, the faster they can get to the bar ;)</span></em></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Every </span>wedding guest sees your invitation. The invitation gives your guests an overall idea of your colors, how formal an event it will be, who is putting it on, etc.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Who is hosting: the first names your guests see are those that are paying for the event.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"> The Request: 'request the honour of your presence'</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"> The happy couples names</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> RSVP: the favor of a reply is requested by (date) **make sure you give </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> the wedding so you can get the final list to the caterer</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You can get your wedding invitations from a printer, website or buy a kit from a craft store. We decided to use <a href="http://www.minted.com/wedding-invitations">Minted.</a> They have a wide variety of designs and were high in quality. Unfortunately when we got out invitations the print was so tiny you needed a magnifier to see it and were the wrong color! <span style="font-size: large;"><em>Luckily</em></span><span style="font-size: small;"> minted had wonderful customer service and re-sent the invitations in a larger font and in the correct color for free! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Next</span>.. you have to work on the presentation. Believe it or not, my parents and I assembled and re-assembled the invitations like 10x ..asking "how does this look & what will people think?" We stamped the envelope liner in a silver "all you need is love" stamp for a personal touch. *At the wedding we had cocktail napkins that said "all you need is love" and cut our cake to the song by The Beatles.*</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Our <em>DIY</em> part of the invitations was addressing all the envelopes by hand using a lightbox. </span><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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We printed all of the names and addresses from Microsoft Word in Lucida Calligraphy font. Then used the lightbox to trace the information onto the envelopes using a thin calligraphy marker. They took a lot of time and patience, but looked amazing! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Final touch was a silver heart envelope seal from Michaels.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We used the white rose for our stamps. One thing to keep in mind is how heavy your invitations are. Take a finished invitation to the post office to have them weight it; ensuring you will use the correct amount of postage. You would hate to send out your invitations, just for them to be returned! The post office has tons of designs for stamps, but don't always carry 100 at a time. So go 2 weeks ahead just in case they have to order more for you.</span></div>
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<em></em><br />Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07579470528629777704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5300088687991155227.post-128982030960436232013-02-18T17:07:00.002-08:002013-12-30T11:57:14.319-08:00Hair & Makeup<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">That's right! Something you do everyday takes thought and planning for your wedding! Some brides think they will save money by doing their own hair and make-up, but my advice is to <span style="background-color: #f4cccc;">pamper</span> yourself! A professional uses quality makeup that will last a long time and look great in pictures. The professional makeup artist can turn that 'everyday look' into <span style="background-color: #f4cccc;">'beautiful blushing bride!'</span> </span></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Now you may find yourself asking "How do I choose a salon?" Back in high school I went a friend's prom and got my hair done at Hair Cuttery. The "professional" (literally doing air quotes) did not know what she was doing.... after giving her several suggestions I just took over and pinned it back myself. This is not the experience you want to have the day of your wedding. So talk to friends and family for suggestions on <u>professional</u> salons, then do your research. What do their reviews look like, how close are they to where you will be getting ready/ceremony site, what are their prices. They might not have all this listed on their website so contact someone. Try and get this done 6 months ahead of time. If you are having all the bridesmaids and mothers get their hair done the salon will need several stylists.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Once you have the salon booked set up a hair and makeup trial 2 weeks-2 months ahead of time (the salon will let you know their protocol.)</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Now comes the <span style="font-size: large;">fun</span> part! Find several pictures of hair and makeup styles you like. Pictures are very helpful since most stylists don't know you personally. When you go to your trial bring a bridesmaid! This is perfect way to include your bridal party and it gives you support and feedback. Make sure you are honest with your stylist. Some things to keep in mind during and after your trial: How long did it take, how long does the make up stay on, how durable aka dance proof is your hair. Remember you will be getting your hair and makeup done 2-5 hours before your ceremony and it will have to last until the end of the reception.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Here are some pictures I brought with me to the trial & day of the wedding</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">Here are some pictures from my trial</span></em></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> A<em> great picture of the back of my hair demonstrating how 'danceable' it is!</em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>Good luck in your salon search!! I highly recommend </em><a href="http://balancehairspa.com/"><em>Balance Hair Spa</em></a><em> if you live in Chester County,</em> <em>PA.</em></span></div>
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