The appearance of your reception site has little to do with money and lots to do with creativity. Here are a few thoughts that may jumpstart your own original ideas. Use coloured light bulbs in specific areas to highlight a feature. Use small battery-operated lamps … [Read more...] about 14 Dazzling reception details
Recently, I attended a large wedding; there were 10 children in the wedding party and a total of 60 kids at the service and reception. It's often said that children can 'steal the show'. That's a plus if they are well-behaved, but a nightmare if they steal the show with rude … [Read more...] about When kids are guests at a wedding
The reception was gorgeous and the ceremony went off without a hitch, but the food at your wedding will likely be remembered. Have a memorable wedding menu with these food tips. Instead of just going with the typical wedding menu, create something that is inspired by … [Read more...] about 4 Food tips to a memorable wedding menu
Your choice of décor can be a tricky aspect when you start planning your wedding. Mix it up when it comes to table centrepieces and floral arrangements. This ‘high’ and ‘low’ combination will look great as well as help cut costs. Place … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for stunning reception decor
The new trends in wedding cakes really, er, take the cake. Sweet styles Iris Segal of Iris Segal Cakes says bling is big, sometimes in glittering sugar crystals, shimmering pearl dust or jewellery to pump up the wow factor. Bobbette and Belle also like gradient colour on the … [Read more...] about New wedding cake trends
Common sense and creativity can save dollars. Bake bomboniere Put your wallet away and bake large cookies for your guests, put their name or initial on top and place each in a see-through bag, tied with a ribbon. A cookie can double as a take-home gift and a place … [Read more...] about 8 ways to save on your wedding
Gimmicks that people will not keep are an unnecessary expense. Your guests will love anything that is edible or handmade. Big cookies with their name on it is a favourite because it tailors the gift to each guest. POP culture Cake pops are dipped in decadent chocolate and then … [Read more...] about 5 flavourful wedding favours
Flowers add a whole new life to spaces – whether you’re sprucing up your ceremony location or beautifying your centerpieces. Roses are perhaps the most popular flower, world-wide. We talked to Juan Manuel Gutiereez, the general manager of Perfect Quality Roses, about the … [Read more...] about Rose trends of 2012
Planning a reception meal for a large group seems daunting, but couples pull it off – successfully – everyday. We talked to a few wedding planners and caterers about the major considerations. Know your budget How much money you want to spend dictates the choice of food. … [Read more...] about The basics: Choosing food for your wedding
