While browsing through the Bride’s Guide blog , I found this interesting write-up about flowers and their meaning:
crocus: cheerfulness
daisy: innocence
dogwood: duration
orchid: beauty
forget-me-not: remember me
freesia: innocence
geranium: true friendship
hellebore: calming
lady’s mantle: comfort
lilac: first emotions of love
pansy: you’re in my thoughts
peony: bashful
pink jasmine: I attach myself to you
ranunculus: radiant with charms
snowdrop: hope
sweet pea: delicate pleasures
tulip: declaration of love
white [...]
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Posted in Fun, Great Find on July 23, 2008 | 1 Comment »
From the Real Simple blog - Creative themed candy favors, which are ultra cute and will be such a thrill for your guests.
* Mini gumball machines from Beaucoup (I am seriously considering these cuties for my daughter’s 2nd birthday party!)
* Mini cupcake lipgloss from Wedding Things (great idea for bridal showers)
* Cool bean jelly bean cocktail mixers from [...]
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I’m going to share a favorite link of mine I have saved for a couple years here on my trusty computer! Although, I can’t say I have actually implemented any of these ideas at home, I have used the inspiration at weddings and other events for posting pictures and the outcome is just darling.
Easy ways [...]
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My ideas for the perfect bridal clutch are showcased below. I think it is such a good idea for the bride to have a small accessory like this to store her lipstick, powder, and any other necessary item to make it through her special day. And of course, look fabulous while doing so!
First Up:
Nelle Handbags the Cherub [...]
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Posted in Fashion on July 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
We don’t get many chances to accompany our brides on their “dress hunt” so I thought outlining some steps to finding the perfect gown would be ever so helpful.
You must have heard friends and family say “you will know it is THE dress when you put it on.” Well, the time and frustration it takes [...]
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Posted in Great Find, Paper, Vendors on July 2, 2008 | 1 Comment »
What a lovely array of paper goods at the Greer Chicago website. I could get lost there for hours! Among the various talent showcased, Greer also provides her own modern-day paper good in the form of a thank you card you take wherever you go and use when you feel like spreading some cheer!
And more [...]
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