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Wedding cake

When you go to order your wedding cake, the first thing that you need to consider is to decide on the number of guests. Then you set the budget that you would want to spend on the cake.

Once you have decided how much you want to spend for the cake, you can decide on the size of the cake. You can decide the tiers that you would want to have and the flavor. There are various flavor options. You can decide to decorate the cake with marzipan or cream frosting. You can also add real flowers and ribbons. Most bakers will customize the cake for you. So let your imagination run. It is a good idea to ask your friends and relatives for referrals. You may have visited a wedding where you liked the cake. You can easily call up the bride and ask for the contacts of the baker. Once you zero in on the baker, ask him to prove samples and pictures for the cake. It takes time to bake the cake. Do you need to order it well before hand if you do not wish to have a rushed job.

Posted on January 19, 2009

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Wedding Invitations Ideas

The wedding invitation is often the first contact of the couple with the guests. So you need to be very careful that all the required items are included in the invitation.

The invitation should basically include the date, time and the venue for the wedding. It must mention the host name as well as the name of the bride and the groom. The invitations should match the overall theme of the wedding. This will prepare the guest of what they can expect at the wedding. It is important that you include reply cards. The reply cards should have space where the guests can include their name and the number of people attending the wedding. The reply cards need to be self addressed. If the reception is at a different place, then the invitation must mention that. It must have the location of the resort along with the directions and the time of the reception. If you are on a tight budget, then you can choose a simple invitation but it must have all the required details. If you are in a mood to spend on the invitations, then you can make it look elegant with various embellishments. Choosing invitation cards together can be a lot of fun.

Posted on January 16, 2009

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Importance of wedding insurance

Wedding insurance is a popular product in Britain. It has only been a decade that it has been available in US. It is not mandatory to get a wedding insurance done for everyone.

But it does take the stress out from you if it is done. A wedding insurance is usually offered in pre-set package. Couples can also decide to customize the package. Wedding insurance covers the cost of any mishap that can occur. No matter how meticulous you are at planning, there can be contingencies. The insurance covers up for this uncertainty. If you have made up your mind to get a wedding insurance, then you need to purchase it as soon as you start making other arrangements for your wedding. Wedding insurance will cover only a small period of time. It gives you peace of mind at an affordable rate. It is always good to expect the worst. Thus, getting an insurance done is a good idea. The insurance covers a range of disasters like it protects your deposits, your attire, your photos and do on. Though getting insurance may spoil your romantic mood for a while, it is always suggested that you get one for all practical

Posted on January 15, 2009

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Centerpiece ideas

In a wedding, guests do take notice of the wedding decorations apart from the bride and the groom. There are various centerpiece options that are there for you to choose from.

Candles can create a good theme for your reception. You can display floating candles in a bowl. Adding colorful petals in the water can add to the beauty of the design. Taper candles look very pretty on the wedding table. These candles do not drip and can be accessorized. They are really good wedding table ideas. Flowers are also a great idea to dress up your wedding table. You can get custom made floral designs to decorate your table. You can also get the flowers made from silk or handmade paper. If you want to keep it simple, you can also put flowers in a vase and decorate. A fun wedding table idea is chocolate. You can opt for a moulded chocolate bride and groom centerpiece. You could even have a tower that is piled with little chocolate bags for your guests. Some people decide for confetti. You can also place cardholders that will match the theme of your wedding.

Posted on January 11, 2009

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A memorable wedding

Having a memorable wedding does not depend on the budget. You can let your creativity run and make your wedding memorable. Make it different from all other traditional ones. This way you and your guests will remember for a long time to come. If you have enough budget, then it is a good idea to hire a wedding planner. The wedding planner is responsible for ensuring that your flowers are fresh and the venue looks beautiful and the service is faultless. The planners are available at various price ranges. You can choose the one that suits you best. Choose a theme that will be different from the common ones. You need to ensure that the entire decorations match with the theme of the venue. The flowers, the table cloth, the bouquets and similar ones need to match with the theme. The menu should take care of the preferences of majority of the guests. Try to make the return gift and thank you note unique. It need not be too expensive. Just make sure you make it a little different.

Posted on January 04, 2009

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Choosing a wedding tent

It is extremely important for you to rent a good wedding tent. These tents shield you from the extremes of nature.

Tents help you decide where you want to have your weddings. However, they are quite costly and can charge you anything between $3,000 to $6,000 exclusive of the extras like lighting, delivery, setup, and removal. These are many kinds of wedding tents available. You need to choose the one that is best suited for your needs. Party Canopy: It is a lightweight tent that is intended to shield from the sun and rain. It is cheap and easy to install. Pop-up Canopy: This is a lightweight tent having collapsible-frame fabric. Frame Tent: This is a tent with a metal frame without any center poles. Tension tent: This tent is built with high center poles. Pole Tent: This has poles around the perimeter and the center, which is useful for harsher weather conditions. It is better to rent a tent that is larger than the required tent. All the guests must be able to fit in easily. Usually the tents are white in color. You can also choose other colors depending on the theme of the wedding.

Posted on December 14, 2008

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Chapels in Las Vegas

Apart from the casinos, Las Vegas is also known for its wedding chapels. In fact the Las Vegas wedding chapels in casinos attract a lot of couples from all over the world. They come here to exchange their wedding vows and tie the knot.

Almost all the casinos contain at least one chapel. Some have more than one. The chapels are available in a variety of shapes and sizes. Some are elegant. Others are simple. Most of these chapels offer theme weddings. Casino Excalibur offers a traditional wedding that is set in the medieval times. The MGM Grand offer roller-coaster weddings. Casino Treasure Island offers the couples pirate wedding held on the board of its ship. You might think that these weddings will be very costly. But that is not usually the case. These wedding will cost you anything between $350 up to $3,500 and at times beyond depending upon the package you have chosen. The packages are inclusive of one or more nights in a "honeymoon suite" at the hotel. They might also include photographs, music and flowers. Las Vegas weddings offer memories that you can cherish all your life.

Posted on December 10, 2008

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Wedding in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is mainly known for its casinos and hotels. It is also known for its weddings. Thousands of couples go to Las Vegas to tie the knot without any hassle.

The place has got minimal restrictions in terms of licenses. For a wedding to take place in Las Vegas, you would need to get a license from Nevada. You will just need proof of identity and a fifty five dollar license fee to get a marriage license from Nevada. The next step is to find a location where you can get married. You will find chapels that offer grand ceremonies. You can also find drive up window wedding just for 20 bucks. For a mere extra 5 dollars you can even get fries and a drink. These are some chapels that provide music, flowers and some even clothes. So you actually do not need to do anything but just arrive at your venue. Las Vegas is the place to get married if you want a hassle free wedding. You do not have to arrange for anything at all. You just need to show up with your fiancée and everything will be taken care of. Getting married in Las Vegas gives you the opportunity to have your honeymoon at one of the most happening place in the world.

Posted on December 02, 2008

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Having a professional wedding video

Your wedding day is the most important day of your life. So it needs to be captured in a video to preserve it for life.

When you become old, you can sit with your grandchildren and enjoy an evening seeing the video and remembering the good times. You will need to hire someone professional to capture all those precious moments. If he is a professional, then you will not need to mention the intricate details he needs to capture. He will already know what to do. A pro would know all the tricks of the trade that is required to make the video look sleek and attractive. He will know how to make it look elegant and creative. You can also ask one of your relatives to shoot a video for you but then you cannot expect it to be as good as the professional version. So it is suggested that you spend some money on someone professional rather than have it done by an amateur. After all, it is to be cherished for life.

Posted on November 30, 2008

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Tips for stress free wedding

There are certain things that you must keep in mind while sending your wedding invitation.

First and foremost is that you need to send out your wedding invitation with proper time in hand. If you send out your wedding invitation too late, then there may be guests who would not be able to make it to the wedding no matter how much they love it. Also ensure that the address is updated. Stick to near and dear ones. There is no need to invite everyone you have met in your life. Make sure you have a list of to do things chalked out. This way, there will be less chances of you forgetting what to do and what not to do. Draw up a budget and stick to it. Try and get the menu and venue details organized before hand. Any last minute rush is bound to create stress. It would be nice if you can try out your dress, makeup and hair at least once before the D day. This way, you will know what to expect.

Posted on November 18, 2008

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Your wedding favors

Your wedding day is one of your happiest days in your life. You would want to share your happiness with your guests who would grace your occasion. One way to show your happiness is by giving wedding favors to your guests. There are various things that you can give away as wedding favors. You will get various things at a variety of prices. One very common wedding favor is coolies. You can buy cookies and decorate it as you want depending on your budget. You can also bake the cookies by yourself if you want to add a personal touch to them. Pewter is a good choice but it is more expensive. Another nice choice is plants. Your guests can plant it in their garden and always remember your wedding when they see it. You can place the plant in nice porcelain pots if you wish to. Yet another idea is to give away soaps and accented candles to the guests. They are easy to get and are quite cheap. Sharing your happiness and showing your gratitude to your guests for coming to your wedding is the basic core of wedding favors. No matter how small it is, it is the thought that matters.

Posted on November 08, 2008

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How to properly prepare for a wedding

A wedding needs to be perfect. It usually happens only once in a lifetime, and everything needs to be in its proper place, or else a wedding can be ruined.

In order for a wedding to go off smoothly, proper planning needs to be done. Whilst planning a wedding, one of the first and most important factors to come into play is the budget. Although it is hard to stick to a certain budget, it is important not to exceed it by too much either. This budget needs to be broken up into several segments such as catering, transportation, entertainment and accommodation to name a few. After the budget is broken up, a lot of choices have to be made like where the wedding venue will be, what band to hire for the wedding, which caterers will supply what kind of food, how the wedding cake will be and so on. The list can go on and on. All this can be taken care of with proper and diligent delegation of duties. Once people have been assigned duties, it is important for a responsible person to oversee the entire process of the wedding. This way, one can make sure that everything goes off smoothly and as planned.

Posted on October 16, 2008

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