Ahoy matey! Invite your child’s friends over for a special pirate ship theme party. Send out treasure map invitations with your house as the spot where the treasure is buried. X marks the spot for the pirate ship fun.
Drape your table with a black cloth and scatter gold coins around the table. Red and black make a good color scheme for a pirate party. Thick rope can add to the pirate ship feel. Tie red and black balloons around Continue reading "Childrens Pirate Party" »
It means so much to have your closest friends stand up with you on your wedding day. They will be with you through so much of the planning experience and most importantly they will be with you on your wedding day. Your bridesmaids add so much to your ceremony from support and love to most importantly their friendship. And it will mean so much to them to stand up with you.
It is an honor to be part of the wedding party, and most are very pleased to be asked. But how do you put together your wedding party without stepping on any toes; or how do you pick bridesmaids who will really be there for you through the entire process? With some thought and care you can avoid offending anyone and will end up with a happy wedding party. Continue reading "Choosing Your Wedding Attendants" »
New York! New York! Anything is possible when planning a wedding the "city that never sleeps!"
If you are lucky enough to be wedding planning in New York City, you may find your options overwhelming, but the good news is there is something for everyone! You can have whatever kind of party or wedding you envision, and you can Continue reading "New York Wedding Planning And Parties Ideas" »
Majestic candelabras, billowing yards of fabric, at an alter filled with flowers stands a beautiful bride gazing at a handsome groom; this wedding ceremony is the pinnacle of elegance. Colorful confetti, a balloon filled ceiling, and guests mingling in a room filled with sparkling lights; this wedding reception is a magical wonderland. How do you achieve this kind ambiance? Wedding decorations are the answer. You can create a magical, elegant, lavish, inviting or an enchanting atmosphere with the decorations you use. Beautiful flowers and glowing candles display romance and innocence creating a soft alluring atmosphere for any wedding ceremony. Decorations like deep, rich fabrics, sparkling lights, and amazing table settings define a luxury that will be the talk of the town for years to come. Continue reading "Wedding Decorations Splendor" »
After telling your family and friends about your engagement, the next step is to announce the happy news in your local newspaper. Traditionally announcements are placed in the papers of the bride and groom's hometown, as well as the hometowns of both sets of parents.
Engagement announcement tips
Begin by checking out the paper's announcement section to see Continue reading "Tips For Announcing Your Engagement" »
When planning your wedding, finding the perfect dress probably ranks pretty high on your to-do list. It is no wonder that shopping for the wedding dress is usually one of the first things a bride-to-be does when planning her wedding. The dress is a vital part of the wedding festivities. All eyes will be on the beautiful bride as she glides down the isle and she will want to look her best. Continue reading "Tips For Selecting A Wedding Dress" »
Submitted by Quinn Ward From Illinois
My fiance and I decided on a simple civil wedding ceremony in lieu of the large church wedding my mother wanted me to have. We, both, like to be on time so we arrived at the courthouse about an hour ahead of schedule. After we signed in we had quite a bit of time on our hands to just sit and wait. Our wedding ceremony was scheduled for 1 p.m. When one finally rolled around we went to the assigned courtroom only to find out it was in use and we could not enter.
We took that in stride hoping it would be open soon. After about 10 minutes we began to get worried. We tried to call the woman who signed us in but she did not answer her phone and without her clearance we Continue reading "Murphy’s Law Civil Wedding Ceremony" »
The famous maritime painter Fitz Hugh Lane actually moved to Boston just to enjoy the wonderful natural beauty. He probably would’ve been able to record much more of the seascapes for which he’s famous if he’d had a videographer handy. Don’t make that mistake! There have been so many advances in videography that using anything else to immortalize your occasion is almost a step backwards to the days of quill pens and papyrus.
Videographers in Boston, Massachusetts have a unique view of the city. Every ray of light, stream of color, or drop of golden sunshine is an opportunity to bring out the best in a video or your wedding. Videographers in Bean Town are the perfect choice for lavish soirees in the Beacon Hill area. Having a seaside wedding? Look to Boston videographers to capture your special day in a way that no one can forget.
It’s hard to think of a moment in recent years when I have not had my camera handy. Snapping pictures, taking videos of random events, and looking like a tourist in places that I’ve been a thousand times make for great moments. Sometimes entertaining guests at a party is too exhausting to focus on operating a camera. It’s times like these when having a videographer on hand is the primo way to capture every moment. Miss something funny while you were helping out in the kitchen? Not when you hire a Boston videographer to stand sentry behind his trusty lens, patiently waiting for the hilarity to ensue.
No wedding should be remembered only in diaries and memories. Wedding videographers are often the most valuable members of the team when planning a wedding because they can give experienced advice for making your day run smoothly and seamlessly in a delightfully artistic environment. Who doesn’t want that on the most important day of their life?
Throwing a party for a teenager can be a challenge. It is so hard to know what is cool and what isn’t. But almost every teenager loves going to the movies. It isn’t always feasible to take your child and his/her friends to the movies. Instead, bring the movies to your backyard.
Create your own "drive-in" theater in your backyard by renting a movie projector and a screen. Help you teenager pick out a movie that will be fun for everyone.
Send "movie ticket" invitations and have them present the tickets at the door as admission to the movie. Your teenager's friends will get a kick out of watching a movie on the big screen outside.
Hand out blankets and lawn chairs and allow guests to create their own viewing areas. While you are waiting Continue reading "Drive-in Movie Party" »
A wedding receptions is a great way to celebrate your big day. While receptions are meant to be fun, planning them can take some time and effort. These wedding tips will give you some ideas concerning protocol and courtesy issues: Continue reading "Wedding Reception Tips" »
Is the return to “timeless, chic, and nostalgic” just a trend in and of itself? Is this turning back of the clock and attention to traditional sophistication really timeless or just another aesthetic?…
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and behind the scenes are the vendors who help make it all happen. Photographers, florists, planners, caterers, and other professionals play a big part in turning your …
