Archives for August 2010

August 31, 2010 by Kelly Curtis

4 Inspired Ideas For A Glamorous Fall Wedding

The days of Summer will soon be coming to a close, which means Fall is right around the corner. So what better way to celebrate than with a Fall wedding, right?

Fabulous Fall Wedding Decorations

There's so much you can do with the colors, centerpieces, favors and food to bring that seasonal element into your lavish wedding. Here are a few irresistible trends that are so fun and chic!

Color Palette

Color can define the bride (You!) and the theme of your spectacular wedding. It can set the tone you want to achieve at the wedding ceremony and reception. With so many vibrant and luscious Fall hues to pick from, you won't know where to begin.

First off, define you. Are you the timeless, classic bride, the lavish bride or a bit more modern? Whatever personality style, there are rich color combos for every bride. Browns, rich orange, yellows and deep reds fit a more classical bride. A more luxuriously formal setting might include golds, metallic or luscious purples. And for the more contemporary bride, you might go with black and burnt orange, yellow, or even Halloween colors! You can even think outside-of-the-box to select the colors you want, maybe pairing shades of pink and yellow?

All these Fall wedding colors sound amazing! However, just remember to choose the colors that define you because that's what will make your wedding a huge success!

Fall Inspired Wedding Centerpieces

Decorations

There are so many fun Fall decorations and textures to enjoy which are suitable for a variety of styles!

A Handy and Versatile Fall Decoration

Branches are a versatile and eye-catching decorating element. You can create centerpieces by spray painting them metallic gold for that touch of glam or intertwine them with lights for a sparkling display. Use them as the foundation for the centerpiece or as an accent. Whatever you do with them they'll be amazing.

Fall Decoration Ideas

Think amber lighting, pumpkins, wheat, lanterns and even mason jars with tea candles, they'll make the perfect accents in the trees, on the tables. Imagine your flower girl carrying a pumpkin down the aisle, instead of a basket. Fall is all about the rustic charm and adding that touch of glam with metallic and gorgeous Fall floral decorations. These all sound so amazing that your probably ready to run out the door to your local wedding supplier!

Delicious Food and Cake, Oh My!

When you think Fall, the smell yummy pumpkin soup, Thanksgiving dinner and home-baked pies comes to mind. Serving hearty soups and roasted chicken

3 Tiered Wedding Cake With Fall Hues

will have your guests coming back for seconds. Fall inspired reception food is comfort food at its best. Having you and your family create the food will add that home-cooked flavor and a little extra bonding time, but why don't you have it catered! A talented wedding caterer is sure to catch that home-cooked goodness that will warm your guests up with delicious, hearty filled food.

Another way to wow your guests is with an amazing cake. Change it up a bit from the delectable vanilla to pumpkin or spice cake. Spice it up with your vibrant hues, Fall floral arrangement or Autumn elements as decoration on the cake. Check out your local wedding cake bakery to see if they have any fun ideas too! These yummy Fall foods will be a delicious treat to you and your guests.

Thank Your Guests with Style

Favors will remind guests of what a fun time they had at your amazing wedding. Thank them with a tempting caramel apple, appropriate for the Fall season or a candy bar with color coordinated goodies, peanut brittle and toffee. It will have guests stuffing their favor boxes full. Or what about a pie bar? Send your guests home with yummy apple, blueberry or cherry pies. A homemade treat that is dear to every one's heart. These yummy treats will send any guest home happy!

Remember to choose elements that suit YOUR style and you'll have an amazing Fall inspired wedding you won't soon forget!

August 30, 2010 by Kelly Curtis

Mirus Studio: Photography for the Whole Family

Beautiful Wedding Ceremony Portrait

Mirus Studio's photography focuses on the whole family! Experts in all forms of photography from children portraits, professional wedding photography and to special event photography. If you want an artistic photographer, who loves being there from the very beginning to provide stunning photos for your entire family, Mirus Studio is the one. Specializing in skilled and artistic techniques, their professional photography will have you wanting more. They capture memorable lifetime moments that will leave you completely enchanted.

What Mirus Studio Can Provide For You

Have you always imagined having a professional portrait photographer there for it all, starting with your engagement and wedding to your kid's sports events and even their prom? Mirus Studio will be. Let them capture your first dance at your wedding, your child's first smile and even their senior portrait. They will come to know you as family by sharing life's most precious memories.

Child Portrait in the Leaves

Artistic Products From Their Home To Yours

A flawless finish to your home is sure to start with high quality photographs from Mirus Studio. They've captured that treasured moment so now its time to show it off. Bringing quality photographs to new standards will let you know you're getting the best. Place their high standard photos in your living room, wedding scrapbook, slide shows and especially your wallet so everyone will be sure to see you. They believe you deserve nothing less than perfected photographs.

The Best Is At Your Service

How to know you're getting the best? This Graham, Texas photographer uses Mirus in its name, which is Latin for "astonishing." Astonishing is one way to describe this local photographer! This fabulous team strives on creativity and on providing you a professional end product.

A lifetime of memories captured by one is truly an amazing feat especially by adding artistic and quality photos. You and your family are genuinely appreciated by Mirus Studio.

August 27, 2010 by Celebration Advisor

Host a "Mystery Dinner" Party

Okay, it's not what you think. No one dies, no clues, revolvers or candlesticks. This party is all about cooking dinner using "mystery" ingredients provided by the guests.

Here's how it works. Decide how many to invite – up to 12 people max. Send invitations – get creative! Use a chef's hat or kitchen utensil design on your invitation. Ask each person to bring a food (enough for the group) from a specific category: vegetable, starch, bread, dairy, spice/herb, etc. You provide the meat to fit your budget: ground beef, chicken, filet mignon – whatever! Obviously, you would ask several people to bring food from the same category.

As guests arrive, have a place set aside in the kitchen for the food items to go. When everyone is there and all the food is laid out, put your heads together and come up with a menu. You must use every ingredient, but you can also add staples like flour, eggs and milk from your own pantry and refrigerator. Come up with at least a three course meal: appetizer or salad, entree with sides and dessert.

Then assign each person a job. Got a doctor in the group? He'd make a great sous chef, prepping veggies. Others can be in charge of dessert, cooking the sides and clean-up. For those who may not be into cooking, they can set the table and pour beverages, while keeping the conversation going.

When the meal is cooked and you all sit down to enjoy it, everyone will have a sense of satisfaction knowing they were a part of this "Mystery Dinner" and it will be a fun way to spend time with friends over good, home-cooked food – especially if you come up with some interesting food combinations.

August 26, 2010 by Kelly Curtis

A Moment in Time with Vita Studios

Meeting the right photographer is like falling in love for the first time. The instant chemistry hits you like a ton of bricks and you know right then that Vita Studios is the one. You want your beloved moments captured in time to be flawless. Vita Studios knows exactly what their clients want and need in wedding and family photography. Their priceless images of you and your family will last a lifetime.

Wedding Portraits

Michael Pierro and Vita Studios

From that beginning consultation to your big day, Michael Pierro of Vita Studios will be by your side throughout your photographic journey – even during your momentous task of deciding which photos to choose.

For Michael, making a personal connection is the key to amazing wedding photography. He believes it is a must to get to know your personality in order to capture your true essence. This close bond makes your special day his special day, too.

This Port Chester photographer uses brilliant techniques that capture anything from the biggest moments right down to the smallest detail. Wedding photography, special event photography, bat/bar mitzvahs and family affairs are of high importance to him. With his innate ability to capture the most precious moments, you can rest assure your photos will be amazing.

Experience Photography At It Best

With Michael and the staff at Vita Studios, you will experience professional photography at its best. Photography is a visual treat, and through their works you will see impeccable and stunning products that captivate the eye. Whether wedding, prom or bar mitzvah photos or family portraits, every picture is truly a visual work of art. When you work with Vita Studios, pure joy comes from seeing photographic art they've produced for you.

Family Portrait

More Than Just A Photographer

While offering a variety of photography services, Vita Studios wants to provide everything you need to display your photos. Photo albums are a big hit and a great way to display your photos. In fact, the ease of organizing your beloved photos altogether will make the end result stand out. So check out the photo albums available at Vita studios.

Vita Studios is there for you from beginning till forever. This Port Chester, New York photographer enjoys capturing your life moments and has the highest commitment to you. Visualize your photography expectations; now triple that and that's what you will achieve from Vita Studios. Choose someone who understands your needs from the very start.

August 25, 2010 by Leigh Morrisett

Wedding Etiquette- How Not To Be Bridezilla

As girls through out our lives, we've heard that our wedding day is our special day. However make no mistake, your special day does not give you license to be a bridezilla.

Have you ever experienced an out of control bride? Remember how her actions made you feel? You certainly do not want to be the bride that makes everyone loath you.

Prepare Yourself: React Don't Overact

As you go through the steps to prepare for and orchestrate your wedding, you'll become frustrated and overwhelmed. To combat those feelings, take a few breaths and think about what your going to say before you say it. This will save you from a multitude of fights, angry feelings and continued frustrations. This should be a joyous time to spend with friends and family, not one that destroys friendships and alienates family members.

Handling Conflicts & Problems

There will be issues and problems with suppliers during the wedding planning process. For example, you may have a conflict with your caterer. The proper way to handle this a conflict is to be direct and calmly tell them what you want, expect or how to fix the problem. What is improper and very bridezillaish is to call them names, raise your voice or curse at them. Whether a caterer, a florist, a photographer or other service or shop owner, they deserve respect and will usually go above and beyond if given this respect.

Of course you have the right to get what you ask for and agreed to when you are planning your wedding. If in the case of a supplier they can't provide what your asking for, you can choose to work with them or to go else where. You do not have the right to belittle, humiliate or assert unreasonable demands. Although it is your special day, sometimes you may not get everything you want. Compromising it very important when planning a wedding.

Don't Sweat The Small Stuff – Compromising Is The Key

What Make A Wedding Perfect

When issues arise with friends and family members, pick your battles. Let the little things go and concentrate on the thing that are really important. Choosing to focus on the few things most important to you will help keep the bridezilla at bay.

Every bride is different and you are the only one who knows what is most important to you. Here are a few suggestions to help you determine those important wedding component worth fighting for: the wedding gown, the location, the first dance.

Once you have a true idea of what is important to you, everything else will fall into the category – so long as it is nice, it will be a great wedding.

The Key To The Perfect Wedding

Adapt the attitude “It's my wedding and everything will be perfect because I am marrying the love of my life.” After all, that is the most important thing right? Not the dress. Not the food. Only one thing really matters that at your vowing to be with your love.

August 24, 2010 by Kelly Curtis

Camera 1 Takes Your Pictures to New Heights

Without passion photography just creates a picture, but with passion it can tell a story. More importantly, it can tell YOUR story. Telling your personal story is one thing Camera 1 thrives on. In fact, every one of their high quality event photos is story telling at its finest.

Couple saying I Do

They can tell your story through a variety of services, such as, wedding photos, family portraits, business pictures, sport shots and even advertisement photos. Anyone can capture a moment, but letting Camera 1 tell your story through their lenses capture more than a moment. It captures the essence of the event.

Why Camera 1 Is Right For YOU

What makes Camera 1 the right choice? Award winning photography and features in several journals are part of what makes them amazing event photographers. Herb and Jim Cawthorne have years of experience and strive to take every subject to new photographic heights.

After all, it is your life that needs to be captured in your wedding or special event photos. This is why you should let Camera 1 capture your upcoming bridal portrait, family portrait, wedding or special event. Their creative and innovative techniques are what make your photographs come to life.

Need another reason? With all the stress of playing host or bride, you will forget or miss out on little moments, but Camera 1 will be there for it all. When you receive your photos, you'll find yourself saying, "Wow, when did that happen?" or "I forgot that cousin Joe got on the dance floor"! Whatever your special occasion may be, Camera 1 will be there for it all to provide priceless, stunning pictures.

Far Away Or Right Next Door – Destination Photography

Breathtaking Aerial Shot

Need a destination photographer outside of Columbus, Georgia? Camera 1 is your number one source! They are willing to travel far and wide just to capture your dream event. Capturing every moment of your life is their passion.

Whether a destination wedding or an event at home, Camera 1 can photograph every aspect of your life. Let them provide that next prized piece of home decor with their breathtaking aerial photography or nature photography. Have them capture special moments with loved ones. Camera 1 take great pride in honoring our nation with specialized military portraits.

Saving Photos From The Past

Do you have old family photos that you love, but have become faded or been torn? Camera 1 can change that! With their specialized digital restoration and reproduction, they can bring your special photos back to life. Your family history will live on through those reproduced photos.

High quality work and a satisfied you is what Camera 1 strives for with their photos. You'll cherish the story they tell for a lifetime. What are you waiting for, let photos from Camera 1 tell your amazing story.

August 23, 2010 by Kelly Curtis

Flowers and More is Just for You

The name says it all Flowers and More! Being an exquisite floral shop is not the only thing they are known for, but providing gorgeous decorations, unique gifts, party planning, party supplies and outstanding customer service tops the list too. If you need it, they can arrange it, create it, or provide it! Creating a flawless finish for your event is a snap for this hard-working, passionate Granbury florist.

Weddings By Flowers and More

Have you spent the past few months eyeing those stunning floral arrangements in wedding magazines? Can't imagine having those beautiful floral creations at your wedding? Well if you live close to Granbury Texas, look no further than Flowers and More. They will make your special event the talk of the town with their flawless decorations and amazing services.

Their gifted expertise gives them the ability to provide a variety of wedding accessories such as:

Wedding Bouquets
Floral Arrangements
Chair Covers
Wedding Hair Flowers
Wrist Corsages
Outdoor Wedding Decorations

Beautiful Wedding Flowers

Flowers and More can set the exact mood you are looking for through their decorating expertise.

If you want your wedding reception to have that fun, carefree mood, then let them play it up with bright colorful floral centerpieces and bouquets. Your guests will follow along participating in a lively wedding reception, no one will forget.

Event Decorations By Flowers and More

Weddings aren't the only place they showcase their talents. Flowers and More can help you get the party started. For example, having a casual dinner party? Well let them create a relaxing and peaceful mood with simple white floral arrangements. Dinner guests will feel as if they are in a five-star restaurant. Whatever your event may be, they will help you create the perfect setting.

Gifts By Flowers and More

So you've chosen those fabulous decorations, might as well register for some exquisite gifts too. Two things being checked off that long list in one stop is always a plus! Their elegant gifts will impress you so much that you'll become a regular. Whether its for those cutesy baby gifts, birthday gifts, or just wanting to indulge yourself, Flowers and More will never disappoint.

Making your event flawless and stunning is their goal. From helping plan to making the most memorable decorations to the perfect gifts, Flowers and More will be there for you. This Granbury, Texas floral shop is dependable, loyal and simply amazing. With them on your side, your next special event will be one you won't forget.

August 20, 2010 by Kelly Curtis

Canapes Catering: Catering to Your Every Need

Who would have ever thought that throwing an event could be stress free? Canapes Catering, of course! A one-stop shop to fit all your party and wedding catering needs. They provide event coordinators, appetizing food, excellent wait staff, food equipment, gourmet desserts and a variety of catering options!

4-Tired White Wedding Cake

Parties are truly their business, they do it all from corporate events, weddings, fundraisers to milestone birthday parties and pig roasts! You name the event and Canapes is there and prepared!

With Canapes Catering, your party food will set the stage for an awesome event! Their wonderful gourmet food will amaze guests and have them coming back for one last savory bite.

Catering Your Way!

So many caterers have set menus, but not Canapes. You choose your menu, it's that simple. Their versatility allows them to cater to all palates and lifestyles. Whether its a peanut allergy or that low-carb diet your actually sticking with, they will personalize the menu to your specific needs.

Let Them Eat Amazing Cake!

A special event wouldn't be complete without a stunning cake. So let Canapes' on-site baker create a special cake just for you! Do you have a dream of how the perfect wedding cake should look and taste? Whether it's a traditional, elegant cake or even a replica of your favorite hobby, they can create your memorable cake! Canapes' works of cake art are every bit as tasty as they are beautiful. This gourmet caterer only uses the freshest ingredients to give your taste-buds a delightful experience.

Stree-free Party Planning

Party planning really doesn't have to be stressful especially if you have Canapes Catering. They are flowing with unique ideas for parties and have all the tools in which to help you pull them off.

Stunning Event Table Settings

Canapes can take care of virtually everything from food to a wedding event location. Their ThorpeWood facility is a wonderfully tranquil party venue. If ThorpeWood isn't your style, they have a network of other locations available. They can even help you find photographers and limousine services for your special event.

Try A Hands-on Approach To Catering

What if you don't have a special event coming up? Then the second best thing is attending a gourmet cooking class. This hands-on class will teach you how to prepare for a romantic evening in, the dinner party you've been dying to throw, holiday meals or corporate team building classes.

If your in the Frederick, Maryland area, then attending one of their gourmet classes should be on the top of your list.

Not big into cooking? Well then maybe they can help with your next charity, Canapes sponsors different charities to give back to their community. The community has shaped them into the business they are today. They are strong believers in giving back, which makes them an awesome caterer to support.

Let this wedding caterer in Maryland plan your next unforgettable event. Your needs are at the top of their priorities. If you have high expectations then let them be exceeded by Canapes Catering.

August 19, 2010 by Celebration Advisor

Little Country Churches = Big Wedding Charm

Country Church

If you live in a rural area, you probably pass by them every day. They dot the countryside and add a picturesque view to fields and pastures. Little country churches are everywhere, but many couples dismiss them when planning their weddings. Many are too small to accommodate large wedding attendances. Many don't have the facilities to host an extravagant reception. But before you throw the baby out with the bathwater, consider what small country churches do have.

Charm and elegance. Many churches are simply white, with a modest steeple, but step inside and you find one-of-a-kind stained glass windows, well cared for pews, flooring and quaint furnishings. These features make for a lovely backdrop for a wedding. Not enough room inside? Move the wedding outside under a billowy white tent with the church as the background.
Simplicity. Country churches are usually furnished simply, so you have a blank canvas to work with for your wedding decorations. Simple can be very elegant.
Lots of acreage. No reception hall? Have your reception on the grounds. White tents, candlelight or lanterns make a beautiful outdoor reception and will accommodate large numbers of guests.
Friendly, accommodating personnel. It means a lot to have people who will help you with your wedding and reception arrangements. Many times small churches have a secretary or pastor's wife who will be your liaison with the church and will help you with your needs.
Cost-effective. Many small churches don't require a huge amount of money to use their facilities, like a city church might. You can save a lot of money on the venue, while having a quaint, lovely setting for your wedding.

Consider the little country church for your wedding venue. Who knows what rare gems you will find!

Looking for more wedding planning ideas? Wedding and Party Network is your online source for ideas and wedding resources.

August 18, 2010 by Kelly Curtis

A Work of Art with Designs in Sugar

3-Tired Black and White Wedding Cake

If you want your guests asking, "Wow, where did you get that amazing cake?" then Designs in Sugar is the perfect choice for you! They specialize in wedding cakes, grooms cakes, special event cakes, gourmet desserts and stunning gumpaste flowers. If you would like to add that extra flair to your next event then this Collierville, Tennessee baker is for you!

At Designs in Sugar, Myra Govea de Arce creates special, one-of-a kind creations! This highly skilled baker and self-trained sugar artist creates impeccable and very detailed-oriented tasty masterpieces. Her amazing skill will ensure your cake is flawless and breathtaking.

She also makes sure to incorporate your individual style in each wedding cake, themed cake, or delectable dessert giving you the personal touch you desire. Her cakes are sure to please every taste-bud and add that unforgettable cake to each event.

Floral Gumpaste Bouquet

Designs in Sugar will not only wow you with their cakes, but wait till you see their exquisite gumpaste art! Gumpaste is a sugary dough that can be molded into anything. This ability lets them take customer's unique ideas and fashion them into tasty works-of-art. Their work is so detailed and stunning that you may even trick your guests into thinking they are real!

No need for a cake. Then let them create a delectable memento, centerpiece, or even gift for your next special occasion! Everyone will be talking about your unique decorations and fall in love with their gifts. Designs in Sugar's gum-paste is truly a unique piece of art.

If you want someone who knows that your event needs to be perfect and would love to go that extra mile for you, then Designs in Sugar will exceed all expectations. Their first-class customer service shows that you are their number one priority. Each custom cake is provided with special attention and detail to each client so you are satisfied every time. So let your guests be in awe by Designs in Sugar's stunning creations!