Great Wedding Cake Hunt 2008-05-14 12:40:00 You should begin researching wedding cakes at least five to six months ahead of your wedding date if you have your heart set on a spectacular one. If you have a simpler cake in mind, you can begin your search three to four month ahead of time.Get recommendations from friends, wedding consultants, caterers, reception site coordinators, bridal fairs, and regional bridal magazines. Review the baker's Read more:Great
Mousse, cheescake, fresh fruit lead cake trends 2008-05-12 13:58:00 Every few months, baker Tom Nieto heads to the magazine racks for an item he'll see dozens of times: the quarterly issue of Martha Stewart's wedding magazine. "I can't tell you how often brides come to our shop with her books and magaines and ask: 'Can you do this?' '' he says.''This'' could be a multi-tiered glamour cake decorated with large pearls or a triple-layer gateau covered with basket Read more:fresh
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Step by step guide to throwing a bridal shower 2007-12-22 16:57:00 Your best friend is getting married. You want to help make this a special time in her life, and one of the things you'd like to help with is planning a bridal shower. But you're a little nervous Put away your misgivings, experts say. Planning a wedding shower that will be rememberedwith pleasure does not have to be difficult if you keep a few tips in mind.When: A wedding shower can take place Read more:step guide
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Tips for picking out a florist 2007-10-22 17:13:00 It's hard to imagine a wedding without flowers. They add a special touch of beauty and fragrance to the event that complements the overall style and color scheme. But before you begin making up bouquets of roses and lillies, you must invest time in choosing a quality florist. Here are some tips from the experts.Family and friends are excellent sources for recommending florists. Ifyou've admired
Preserving your bouquet 2007-10-22 17:11:00 Bridal bouquets represent the loveliest expression a bride will make on her wedding day. It may be one of the few memories that is important enough to preserve and display prominently in your home throughout your marriage.Experts say that a bride's bouquet can be a source of supply for many different interesting home accents. If choosing to keep it intact, some form of preservation is essential t
68% of couples still prefer white wedding 2007-10-22 13:39:00 A white wedding
in church is still the most popular way of tying the knot although costs have shot up significantly in just one year, according to a new survey.Despite the growth in unusual venues from ballrooms to rollercoasters the majority of couples
still prefer to keep their big day traditional. The poll in Wedding & Home magazine found A majority of couples, 68 percent, still prefer walk
Flowers should be simple but elegant 2007-08-22 13:54:00 Just as wedding gown fashions have become increasingly elegant and simple, the bridal bouquets seem to be matching the trend. A small, tighly knit bouquet compliments a simple a-line dresses, while a large cascade of roses is more fitting to a bride wearing tule.For Karin Kissler, who's been designing bridal bouquets for more than 20 years, it helps to understand the tone of the wedding when selec Read more:Flowers
Personalizing your wedding is sew simple 2007-06-22 13:41:00 Every bride wants her wedding
to be unique -- why else would some couples agree to profess their love on the crest of a roller coaster. Fortunately, you don't have to go to this extreme to personalize your nuptials. With a bit of ingenuity, a can-do attitude and the proper tools, even ceremonies steeped in tradition can be tailor--made. For instance, many brides select a motif and stick with it fr
Creative wrapping tips for shower gifts 2007-05-22 16:44:00 You're pressed for time, yet you still want to show you care creatively and fashionably. It's easy. Use these pointers from American Greetings to ensure your gift is received with a smile.Be different and wrap one half of a present in one design and the other half in a complementing solid paper. Attach a solid bow that brings everything all together.Inexpensive items and things you can find around
Butterfly kisses for the new mister and missus 2007-05-22 15:33:00 Miranda and Jim Merril wanted something spectacular for their wedding -- a special touch their guests would never forget. The couple, who hail from Evergreen, Colorado, decided to release butterflies as they walked down the isle of their outdoor wedding. "It was the most uplifting moment of the ceremony," Miranda recalls. "I'd recommend it in an instant."Why butterflies? Throwing rice is out be Read more:Butterfly
Wedding programs for interfaith couples 2007-05-22 15:28:00 Wedding programs are fast becoming a tradition as common as Jordan almonds and blowing bubbles at the end of a ceremony. Plain or fancy, short or long, they are as welcomed by wedding guests as the playbill at the theater.The programs, which can be made by a printer or a home publishing program, announce the order of the service and explain the meaning of the ceremony's religious rituals has becom Read more:couples
Photography tips and traps 2007-05-22 15:26:00 Following are some tips to heed and traps to avoid when working with a wedding photographer: Hire a full-time working professional photographer.Meet the photographer and see his work. Never agree to a contract over the telephone.Don't assume anything. Somp people say, 'I assumed all professional photographers were the same.' But they are not, and you can't do it again if the photographer doesn't g
Create a lasting sentiment with rosemary favors 2007-05-22 14:01:00 For centuries, rosemary has been a fragrant and lasting symbol of remembrance. Now, The Rosemary Company, is bringing the tradition back to the United States. The company sells Rosemary favors, candles, and botanicals on their website.Judy Cheney, owner of The Rosemary Company, says that when she was researching the herb she found that the tradition dated back to the Greeks and Romans who used r
Couples tie the knot and jump the broom 2007-05-22 13:57:00 African-American brides and grooms might want to incorporate an ancient "broom jumping" tradition into their wedding. The ceremony affirms the new couple's union and their future together. "Everything on the broom is symbolic," says Nancy Winslow, curator of an African heritage museum. The broom handle represents God or the creator; the straws, countless numbers of ancestors; and the binding, ne
Brides are looking for distinctive touches 2007-05-22 13:30:00 Everyone in your circle of friends likely goes to the same weddings, so it makes sense you want to strive to make yours different. And within certain religious or ethnic groups, there may be many similarities with the same traditions followed from wedding to wedding. But there are many small ways to add that special something that makes a big impression, and it doesn't necessarily mean money. Expe Read more:Brides
Flowers tell the story of your wedding 2007-05-22 12:57:00 Florists say that planning a wedding
is like telling a story
. Flowers
are the artistic touches that set the tone for the way the story unfolds. Brides who have a long cascade of flowers, like Princess Diana, create an opulent drama for the day. Likewise, brides who choose a simple rosebud bouquet set a tone of elegance by their simplicity.For today's bride, that story seems to be set in the past
Financial good sense 2007-05-22 12:51:00 With the wedding season well underway, many couples are turning their attention from catering plans and invitation lists to life after the honeymoon. Unfortunately, for most couples heading down the aisle this year, planning the wedding may end up being easier than planning their financial future. Financial
planners at Harris Bank are urging couples to take time during their engagement to discuss
Do-it-yourself weddings save a bundle 2007-05-22 12:45:00 It's no secret that weddings are big business. Gowns and bridesmaid's dresses alone account for more than $1.3 billion changing hands yearly, according to Individual Investor magazine. But while a gown becomes top priority approximately five seconds after a woman says "yes," there are countless other details to consider. Unless a couple is independently wealthy or pays strict attention to the moun
Heading to the altar for a second wedding? 2007-05-22 12:44:00 When Beth Reed Ramirez, a sales and marketing professional who lives in Anaheim, Calif., was planning her second wedding
, she had a difficult time finding information for women like her. While there are hundreds of publication dedicated to brides and grooms, she says in here opening essay: "I discovered, much to my dismay, that they offered very little for the soon-to-be-40, not-a-size-6 encore Read more:Heading
Mature couples guard financial independence 2007-05-22 12:42:00 While many couples
getting married in their early twenties fret over details of the wedding reception, mature couples in their 40s and 50s have other worries. April's Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine devotes a lengthy article to financial considerations of mature couples.Couples who marry in their twenties, it says, may be just starting a Roth IRA. But at age 40 and beyond, individuals are "he
Prenups are a good reality test for couples 2007-05-22 12:41:00 It's easy for brides and grooms to get caught up in the romance of planning a wedding. Choosing a bridal gown and sampling wedding cake are just the type of activities that conjure up images of wedded bliss from here to eternity.However, today's legal experts recommend that if if wedding bells are in your near future, you should prepare a prenuptial agreement -- even if you're not a celeb or a Read more:couples
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Tax tips for newlyweds 2007-05-22 12:39:00 As April 15 draws near, it's time for many newlywed couples to file taxes together for the first time."It is important for married couples to know the advantages and disadvantages of filing jointly or filing separately," said Mike Trainor, president and CEO of Jackson Hewitt. "As a married couple, you have the choice to file married filing jointly or married filing separately. Before this decision
New York tops list for expensive weddings locales 2007-05-22 12:37:00 The New York
metropolitan area is the nation's most expensive place to have a wedding, topping the national average by more than $ 10,000. The average cost of a wedding in the region (NY, NJ, CT) is a whopping $ 29,454 versus the U.S. average of $ 19,104. The results are part of a national study conducted by BRIDE'S magazine on "American Marriage Today."With wedding costs rising, it's no surprise
Wedding insurance dos and don'ts 2007-05-22 12:33:00 First comes love, then comes marriage ... what's next?With the average cost of a wedding rising almost 25 percent since 2000, couples will spend an average of $ 19,000 on their wedding. More newlyweds are now thinking of ways to "insure" their new life together, even if they can't ensure it.There is a way to evaluate and plan for your financial future together before and after you walk down the ai Read more:insurance
What Should You Look for in a Wedding Cake 2008-10-07 16:28:00 The cake is an important part of the wedding. Like the gown, many brides have an image of what the cake should look like. Then again, many brides do not even think of the cake till the last minute. There are several things to consider when deciding on a cake.TasteThough it often takes a back seat to appearance, the taste of the cake is important. If it is pleasing and delicious, it will be more sp
Wedding Cake Basics and A Basic Wedding Cake (Part II) 2008-10-07 16:17:00 In the first part we covered a brief history, and the planning and creation of a basic wedding cake. This time, it's on to more practical considerations -- business (contracts, pricing, etc.), transportation, and set-up concerns.This article is designed to get a beginner started. Of course, things can get much more involved as you gain fame and fortune!CONTRACTINGI always have a written contract w Read more:Basic
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Lace Embossing: Delicate lace patterns for wedding cake 2008-10-07 16:11:00 Delicate lace patterns make a beautiful addition to wedding
or special occasion cakes. In this feature, Diane Gibbs, a well-known member of the Maryland cake decorating community shows us how to create an embossed lace effect on a buttercream-iced cake.You Will Need:yard or more or lace toothpicksPiping bag and #1 or #01 tipButtercream icingColoring as desiredFor transfer method, add:Royal icingGl Read more:Delicate
Basic Skill: Icing A Cake 2008-10-07 16:03:00 This month's basic skill is fundamental to a beautiful decorated cake - a properly iced foundation! If you are a true beginner, this will get you off to a great start without any bad habits. More advanced people might enjoy a refresher, or want to refine their technique for a truly polished look.Francie Snodgrass of Virginia has been decorating cakes for 25 years, beginning with her second child's Read more:Basic
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The Lambeth: old cake decorating technique 2008-10-07 15:53:00 Joseph A. Lambeth began winning awards for cake decorating as early as 1911 in England. He went on to win competitions as an American citizen in the 1920s. As a recognized master, teacher, and author in the field, his work became well known throughout the world.Linda Dobson, as established Maryland cake artist, demonstrates her 'quick' version of this incredible art for us. She has described the t
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