If you’re anything like us, the bar is probably your favorite part of any wedding reception. We are firm believers that the party doesn’t start until old Aunt Gretta has had a few and is breaking it down to the Electric Slide. The bar is a pretty significant part of many wedding receptions, but it can be overwhelming trying to decide what type of bar you want to have. Don’t worry though, bestie, we’ll break it down for you!
Pretty in Pink Wedding
For the girly princess bride out there, we’ve got the perfect wedding theme for you! With so much room for personalization, this monotone design is anything but drab. Check our take on the ultimate pink wedding! Continue reading "Pretty in Pink Wedding" »
Family Heirlooms to Include in Your Wedding
Sentimental items are some of the best details to add to your wedding day. Family heirlooms can be a beautiful way to honor your loved ones and create special moments. Here are some ideas for family heirlooms that would make the perfect addition to your special day! Continue reading "Family Heirlooms to Include in Your Wedding" »
6 Unique Venues To Have A Wedding
Wedding season is just around the corner, which means it's time to start planning! The most critical decision to make is where to have the wedding. There are so many places to choose from nowadays that it can be overwhelming. So many places have been used time and time again, that maybe you're looking for something a little more special. Continue reading "6 Unique Venues To Have A Wedding" »
Plan Your Rom-Com Dream Wedding: Crazy Rich Asians
Earlier this month we told you August was the month for the romantics, and thankfully August 2018 has not disappointed the romantics! With the recent release of Crazy Rich Asians and To All the Boys I've Loved Before, rom-com lovers have been buzzing with love for these movies. If you haven't seen these two wonderful movies, it's an absolute must- especially if you are about to plan your wedding. You will definitely want to see Crazy Rich Asians for some major inspo. However, we all know you may not have the 40 million dollar budget (you read that correctly: FORTY MILLION!) that Araminta Lee has in this wedding. So we are going to give you some tips on how to plan your crazy rich wedding on a budget! Continue reading "Plan Your Rom-Com Dream Wedding: Crazy Rich Asians" »
How To Include Your Pet In Your Wedding Day
Share the love with furry friends!
Let's face it: for any animal lover, having a pet be part of your special day is a unique and fun way to show others just how much your furry friend means to you. Bringing a cat or dog into the wedding party is easier than you think!
You've just gotten engaged and it's time to kick off the wedding planning. The the engagement announcement photos come first. Why not take a different approach and step out of the main photo completely? Let your adorable pooch be the subject with a chalkboard sign that says, "My humans are getting married!" For other photos, try placing your ring on the dog's nose, or even hang it from a collar! Are you a cat person instead? Place your left hand on top of your future husband's to show off your ring, and add your kitty's paw on top of your own hand to show what a fun loving family you'll be.
The day of the wedding is the time to have the most fun with your pet. Put your dog on a leash and fit him with a handsome tuxedo vest for a walk down the aisle with your ring bearer. Watch the video below for a cute example of this. You can even hook the rings on his collar for an extra special touch! If you own a trained pet bird, wow your guests with your feathered pal flying the rings down the aisle.
Don't forget about the photo possibilities before the wedding ceremony too. It's the perfect time to grab your cat as she inspects your bouquet or dress for an adorable photo. Then when it's time for cake, treat your furry friend to a small slice of his own for a perfect photo moment of him licking icing from his nose.
Pets are just as much part of the family as humans, so bringing them into your celebration of love makes complete sense. Get creative and show your dog or cat you will always have a special place in your heart for them!
Trending Tuesday – Brunch Weddings
Who doesn't love brunch and of course, you're ready to plan your grand wedding. So, why not combine those two together? It's totally unique and just as fun. Serving a variety of pastries and all things breakfast sounds delicious. You could even include a mimosa bar, as well as a crepe bar into your wedding. The only thing that really changes is the time and food. If you have your wedding earlier in the day, you could possibly have a wedding that lasts all day and into the night. Think about the fun activities you could plan.
Letters to the Bride
If you're a maid of honor, bridesmaid or even the mother of the bride, you want the bride to have a truly special day. You want her to have a memorable day and make it personalized. There are many ways to achieve this. Wedding and Party Network has one way that will truly make her day unforgettable while she is getting ready.
This is a great a craft and gift for the bridesmaids and even mother of the bride and mother of the groom to create for the bride. What exactly is this craft? It's basically like a scrapbook but it contains letters to the bride from each bridesmaid, close friends, mother of the bride, mother in law and a final letter at the end from the groom. This will truly make her day while she is getting ready to walk down the aisle.
What You Need:
- Scrapbook
- Scrapbook Paper
- Pencils, Pens, Markers
- Scissors
- Glitter, Stickers, Decorative Accessories
How To:
It's simple to make this. The maid of honor should be in charge of this. Make a list of who all should write a letter to the bride. Invite them over for a craft night or you hand out the scrapbook paper. Make sure to pick a theme for the scrapbook. It can be fun and crazy or a bit more elegant where she can actually display it in her home. If you're handing out the paper, make sure to give them a deadline, maybe at one of the bride's showers. Also, some people have a hard time with words so give them a bit of a guideline. Include well wishes, memorable times, inside jokes and it should be full of happiness and joy. You can also tell them to decorate their letter with different items or even pictures to make it more personable. Finally, have the groom write a letter to his future bride. She will really enjoy that.
When putting it together, just slide the letters into clear sleeves to keep the letters protected. Place her friends' letters first, bridesmaids' letters, mother in law, mother of the bride and then the groom's letter. Don't forget to decorate the front of the scrapbook as well.
This is a great way to get the bride ready to walk down the aisle. She'll love reliving memories with her friends, bridesmaids and will absolutely love reading a letter from the groom right before she walks down the aisle.
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Inspirational Friday – Vintage Wedding
Every Friday, Wedding and Party Network will be choosing a theme or color and give you inspirational photos. We want to help give you inspiration for your next event, wedding or party. So, take a look and we hope to give you a bit of inspiration when planning your wedding or party. Our inspirational board will give everyone inspiration on a Victorian vintage themed wedding. A wedding that creates an atmosphere of elegance and simplicity.
Just picture your high neckline wedding dress, ivory gloves and button up ivory boots, all sound absolutely breathtaking. Imagine a more simple satin wedding dress with a cowl neck and draping fabrics, vintage jewelry and gorgeous flowers. Vintage colors include rose, gold, champagne, moss green, ivory, pale blue, pale yellow and pale green. Incorporate those colors into your wedding color scheme. Have Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms playing softly in the background to set the mood. Luxurious flowers create a naturally calm surrounding. A mansion or a rose garden is the perfect back drop for you luxurious and romantic vintage wedding. Create your dream wedding by including antiques, plenty of lace and vintage themed decorations.
Special thank you to Keith Bloomfield and Passionforflowers for their stunning pictures via Flickr.
Papel Picado: Mexican Wedding Flags Add a Festive Touch to Any Party!
Sunshine, vibrant colors, and a love of all things festive. Latin countries are known for celebrations of all kinds. And who could blame them? Good food, friends, and music make for unforgettable parties. In fact, the rest of the world is beginning to take notice of Latin America's knack for soirees and wondering how to bring it home. The good news is, it's quite simple!
Cinco de Mayo celebrations are popping up all over the U.S., and with them come the music, food, and culture that has enraptured the rest of the world. Strolling downtown in any city this time of year, visitors may see countless Papel Picados, or cutout paper flags, being hung across streets, between trees, or indoors over dance spaces.
These whimsical flags are a form of Mexican folk art that can be seen near any fiesta. Made of tissue paper and cut using dies and hammers, the flags are hung to commemorate special occasions, such as wedding, or religious holidays.
Many brides-to-be in the U.S. have caught on to the Mexican Wedding Flags' ability to transform a space. They are a low-cost decoration that can be hung over a ceremony, in a dance hall, or all over an outdoor space for a whimsical vibe. Some brides prefer to hang all-white flags, while others choose a rainbow of colors for a bright, cheery atmosphere. The magic of Papel Picados is evident when they dance around in the sun as a breeze blows through.
The flags can be ordered from Mexico or handcrafted in the U.S. Brides are also opting for eco-friendly flags made of fabric that can be given away or kept as a keepsake. A few brave brides are even choosing to make them on their own!
Papel Picado's trademark, creative designs can be added to a wedding invitation in the form of a print or cutout. And because they are so inexpensive, the flags can be incorporated into almost any aspect of a wedding: table decorations, cake icing, and gifts can all use a Papel Picado touch.
So, whether you are planning a wedding, or a party in honor of Cinco de Mayo, hang Papel Picado and remember: ¡Viva la Fiesta!
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Photos courtesy of Sarah Parrott, Mel!ka, and linkogecko via Flickr Creative Commons.