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Bridal Shower Games: Think outside the Toilet Paper Roll

March 12th, 2009, by Azure

As you may have noticed, I’ve been thinking about bridal showers lately. Maybe it’s because I recently co-hosted a baby shower. Much to my chagrin, the other hostesses insisted on a game involving adult men, diapers, and baby bottles filled with beer. Luckily, the canapés needed restocking at just that moment. I don’t like games. I’m not a good sport. If anyone had come near me with a roll of toilet paper at my bridal shower I would have run screaming from the room. But, I...

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Tags:
bridal showers, games




Always A Blogsmaid: Owning Vs. Renting!

March 12th, 2009, by Azure

About Always A Blogsmaid Even if you are looking to trim your budget, you may not want to to scrimp on style. Lately, I've been advising my clients to consider working with your florist or decorator to supply some of your own materials. Sometimes buying your own votives, pillars, candelabras or even vases may enable you to get the look you want for less. It's not uncommon that you'll have to pay your florist a small handling fee for the items, but it's often a small price to pay to...

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Posted in:
Flowers
Tags:
budget weddings, candelabras, candlesticks, CB2, centerpieces, DIY weddings, vintage




Bring the celebration home with a tropical-themed party!

March 12th, 2009, by Azure

Destination Weddings are a popular choice for couples-to-be, and while the concept of a big party “away from it all” is exciting, not everyone can make it. Luckily, there are many ways a bride and groom can celebrate with family and friends who couldn’t make it to the big event. To help bring the party home, throw a small celebration with a tropical theme! Three simple steps to bring the celebration home (without throwing off your budget): 1. Use backyard decorations but keep...

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Flowers Food
Tags:
appetizers, destination weddings, fresh flowers, Smirnoff, tropical party, Wedding Planning




Butterfly Inspiration Boards!

March 12th, 2009, by Azure

Whether you are a butterfly fanatic like Mariah Carey, or just looking for a little something to put some “spring” in your step, get inspired by our Butterfly Inspiration Boards! From beautiful Save the Dates to gorgeous Versace dinnerwear, these items are sure to make your heart flutter! Inspiration Board 1: 1. Martha Stewart Weddings magazine: Winter 2009 2. Versace Butterfly Garden Dinnerware 3. Versace Butterfly Garden Coffee Pot 4. Versace Butterfly Garden Service...

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Veils and Accessories
Tags:
butterflies, Etsy, hello Lucky, Juicy Couture, Kate Aspen, MIssoni, Vera Wang, Versace, Wedding Favors & Gifts




Saving money on wedding decorations

March 12th, 2009, by Azure

Your wedding décor is one of the areas where you can get really flexible with your budget. There’s very little that’s mandatory nowadays, so spend on what you love and toss the rest. Here are a few tips to get you started. 1. Go with the season. In-season flowers are much cheaper than anything that has to be grown in a hothouse or imported. There’s beauty all year round, so check with your florist and see what will be available locally – you may even be able to work your...

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Flowers
Tags:
decor, financial planning, flowers, Wedding Planning






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