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Eco-Friendly and Luxurious Wedding Favors

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Amy

Environmentally-conscious brides often worry that choosing eco-friendly wedding favors means they can’t have luxurious wedding favors. Never fear; there are plenty of eco-friendly wedding favors that will make your guests feel pampered and appreciated! Here are some great options to choose from or to use for inspiration as you plan your own eco-friendly wedding.

Rustic Chic

Eco-friendly wedding favors can be just as gorgeous as the more traditional kinds of wedding favors. This beautiful Scenic View Tree-Branch Place Card/Photo Holder can be used to direct guests to their seats during the reception and then re-used as a beautiful photo frame at home. This frame is finely detailed and even features a beautiful bird perched happily on the inner branch. It’s beautiful and eco-friendly!

“Scenic View” Tree-Branch Place Card/Photo Holder

Illuminating

Candles are a very popular wedding favor, and the eco-friendly bride has options as well. The beautiful Pure Beeswax Candle is very striking, and each one is made from pure beeswax, an eco-friendly alternative. These gorgeous candles also feature a very realistic-looking honey bee perched on the side! Very fun, these candles will be placed in your guests’ homes after the reception and cherished for as long as they last.

Pure Beeswax Candles

Thoughtful and Heart-Warming

Choosing eco-friendly favors doesn’t mean you have to go with something boring or bland. One of the most sustainable materials on the planet is bamboo, which is what our beautiful Tastefully Yours heart-shaped cheese board is crafted from. This beautiful cheese board is a wonderfully rustic piece that your guests will love having in their kitchens after your ceremony is over. It’s perfect for heart themes, rustic themes, and country weddings.

“Tastefully Yours” Heart-Shaped Bamboo Cheese Board

There you have it – eco-friendly wedding favors can be luxurious and wonderful, and you don’t have to feel a bit guilty about providing them for your guests.

Getting Married in 2013: 5 Wedding Traditions You Can and Should Skip

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Amy

These days, brides are bolder than ever and aren’t afraid to replace traditions with their own special twists. Your wedding day is something you will remember for your entire life. Make it your own, and skip these outdated wedding traditions.

The Long Veil – Forget about hiding that beautiful face – especially after taking such painstaking measures to ensure that your makeup is perfect. Rather than going with the veil, choose an accessory that accentuates your whole ensemble, such as a headband or hair fascinator. These are very popular and there is such a wide range of styles that you can easily find something perfect for you.

Long Veil

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Two Wedding Colors – This is another of those outdated traditions. It’s your wedding, and you can have as many colors as you like. These days, brides are doing as many as five and six colors that complement each other well. It’s a great idea to browse through pictures of color palettes to get great ideas for your own wedding.

Wedding Colors - Mint, Peach, Gold, Green

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Wedding Colors - Coral, Blush, Black, Caramel, Sea

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The Traditional “Wagner’s Bridal Chorus” – This is the song you hear when most brides come down the aisle, but you certainly don’t have to choose it for your own wedding. Pick something that means a lot to you and your groom, or have a talented musician make the traditional chorus more suited to you and your future husband.

Tossing Rice – These days, most brides are giving up the rice and having their guests blow bubbles, toss flower petals or confetti, or even ring bells as they exit the ceremony. While rice is a tradition, there are plenty of other options that will allow you to make the ceremony your own.

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Bridesmaids and Groomsmen – There is no law that requires a bride to choose female bridesmaids and a groom to choose male groomsmen. If your best friend is a man, have him stand beside you as you celebrate your unending love for your groom. If your husband’s sister is his greatest confidant, she should have the honor of standing beside him for his wedding day! Embrace change and throw out the tradition.

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These are just a few examples of wedding traditions that you do not have to follow. As you begin planning your wedding, remember to make it entirely your own and do whatever it is that you would like, tradition or not.

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4 Ways to Prepare for a Spring Wedding

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Amy

Spring is just around the corner and it’s a very popular time for weddings. Brides can ensure that their day goes smoothly by preparing in the following ways:

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Plan B – Spring showers bring May flowers, but they don’t make for a very happy bride. Since showers and bad weather can pop up without warning at any time in the spring, have a plan B if you plan to have your ceremony outdoors.

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Tents or Shelter – Another thing about spring is that in some places, it’s still very cold. If your ceremony will be outdoors, you need to accommodate your guests (especially the oldest and youngest ones) so they’re not too cold. You’ll also want to consider the temperature when choosing a wedding dress.

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Shade – Every bride wants a wedding day full of brilliant sunshine, but it can get a little harsh if guests are in it too long. Try to find an area where guests can sit in the shade, or at least consider having the seating area under a canopy or gazebo.

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Wedding Canopy Reception – While many brides want their ceremony outdoors, especially in Spring, consider having your reception inside. This will ensure that your guests are comfortable and that they don’t have to deal with the normal outdoor annoyances like bugs, too much sunshine or wind.

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Spring weddings can be absolutely gorgeous, but to avoid any disasters or unhappy guests, consider preparing in these ways.

Posted in Miscellaneous, Spring Wedding Favors, Wedding Favor Trends Tagged tent, venue, weather

5 Luxurious Wedding Favors for Spring 2013

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Amy

It’s time to pick your wedding favors! This is one of the most fun parts of wedding planning, and seeing the look on your guests’ faces when they open their special little gift is priceless. Here are 5 luxurious wedding favors you’re going to love for your spring 2013 wedding.

Personalized Candy Cupcake Favor

This adorable personalized candy cupcake favor looks like a cupcake, but is filled with vanilla jelly beans. They come with personalized labels that you can attach before giving out. You also have the option to get the super cute pedestals to display them on.

Personalized Candy Cupcake Favors

Cherry Blossom Design Cake Candle Favor

This precious candle looks just like a tiny specialty cake. It features branches that run up the side and pretty pink cherry blossoms. Plus, your guests can actually use it after your ceremony is over. It comes in a clear display box with a white organza ribbon and a special “thank you” tag.

Cherry Blossom Design Cake Candle Favor

The Perfect Pair Scented Soap

This beautiful soap is the perfect wedding favor. The box has a cute little sketch of two pairs and it says “the perfect pair” on the outside. When guests open up the box, they find a deliciously scented bar of soap that looks like two pairs all snuggled up. It’s charming and your guests will love it.

“The Perfect Pair” Scented Pear Soap

Hugs and Kisses from Mr. and Mrs. Luggage Tag

This adorable luggage tag features X’s and O’s, or hugs and kisses and it’s a favor your guests can actually use. It features a clear-covered identification card and the tag itself is made from durable rubber. It’s really cute and very functional.

“Hugs & Kisses From Mr. & Mrs.” Love-Filled Luggage Tag

Choice Crystal Clamshell Favors

This is a truly beautiful favor created from crystal, and the clamshell is slightly open, revealing a perfect little pearl inside. Your guests can use this as a paperweight or other décor and will always think of your special wedding day when they see it.

Choice Crystal Clamshell Favors

These luxurious and beautiful favors are all great choices for your big day!

Posted in Edible Wedding Favors, Practical Wedding Favors, Spring Wedding Favors Tagged candle, luggage tag, soap

DIY Treat Boxes for Out of Town Wedding Guests

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Amy

Most brides choose beautiful wedding favors for all their guests, but if you have guests coming from out of town, you might want to give them a little something special in addition to their wedding favor. These DIY treat boxes are sweet and from the heart, not to mention delicious.

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Cookie Boxes

Pick up some cookie or treat boxes (you can also use wedding favor boxes or bags) and some cupcake liners to separate the goodies. You’ll want to choose some matching ribbon if you don’t purchase bags or boxes with ribbons attached.

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The Recipes

You can choose your favorite cookie or treat recipe and create some homemade cookies, brownies or fudge to place inside the boxes. This delicious recipe is really easy and great for adding to your DIY treat boxes.

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The Best (and Easiest) Peanut Butter Fudge

You’ll need:

½ cup butter

2 and ¼ cups brown sugar

½ cup milk

¾ cup peanut butter

3 and ½ cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

Add the butter to a saucepan and melt over medium heat, and then stir in the milk and the brown sugar. Let the brown sugar melt and allow this mixture to boil for 2 minutes; stir constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract. When this is blended well, pour the mixture over the confectioner’s sugar in a large mixing bowl. Beat at medium speed for about 2-3 minutes or until everything is perfectly blended. Pour into a cake pan and use a knife to spread the mixture out. Let it cool in the refrigerator for a few hours before cutting.

This makes a delicious treat and you can make it even more special by cutting the shapes out with small, heart-shaped cookie cutters. This is sure to be a gift your out of town guests will appreciate and enjoy.

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