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Useful tips to ensure correct choice of your wedding cake topper

While a wonderful wedding cake topper is an excellent idea, it might prove to be counterproductive or jarring if you do not select it carefully. We offer you some useful tips so that they help add to the joyful spirit of the occasion. By following the tips below, you can ensure that the choice is correct:

Do not purchase wedding cake toppers that are made of plastics, especially the cheap quality ones. The key point here is that your wedding cake topper simply has to be unique. It must be as exceptional as you can make it. Pay as much attention to it, maybe even more than wedding cake. Of course, it is not about cost alone. Your creativity also comes into play. Ideally try to customize your selection. Obviously, this is the reason why mass-produced toppers just won't work. Only customized wedding cake topper will do the trick. You may find that handmade ones tend to cost more than you feel is reasonable. But they will impart a special touch to your wedding cake. Handmade toppers will change your wedding cake topper into a wonderful piece of creation. The lovely look and feel to them will make your wedding a truly memorable event.

Posted on May 30, 2009

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Some ideas on funny wedding cake toppers for you to consider

There are many innovative wedding collectibles platforms online that offer those, who are willing to experiment, some dazzling designs and styles of humorous wedding cake toppers.

For instance, a funny wedding cake topper we would like you to consider is Military ‘Over the Threshold’ Cake Topper. This lovely cake topper features the Navy, Air Force, Army, or Marine military seals on a fabulous organza bow and tulle. Humor is well in tow with this rather enthusiastic bride as the cheery couple sets on a new life together. It will sure bring quite a buzz at your wedding reception or even bridal shower. Another off-beat choice is motorcycle ‘Get-away’ cake topper. You will notice on it a romantic couple seated on a classic bike. It is meticulously crafted and comprises a magnificently miniature ‘Just Married’ license plate and comes with actual paper pom poms that are tied to the back fender. Another one that sure will attract guests is Most Sincerely ‘Love One Another’ Bride & Groom Cake Topper. This wonderful hand-painted wedding couple cake topper figurine comes with matching wedding arbor arch. It is a perfect addition for your special guestbook table, or to cap the top of your pretty and luscious wedding cake.

Posted on May 25, 2009

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Why do funny wedding cake toppers make a great choice?

Having a funny and light-hearted wedding cake topper for one of the most special days in your life is an off-beat albeit catchy concept. Let us find out why funny wedding cake toppers can make a great choice. It is a great way to draw the attention of your guests. Breaking the mold and conventional thinking will sure help you make a unique statement on the day of your wedding.

You will get some really funny and funky cake toppers online. Of course, such wedding cake toppers are only for those who do not mind adding a fun touch to their wedding reception. As we mentioned above, guests sure will remember your captivating cake toppers for several years to come. You will find interesting ideas in form of golf wedding cake toppers, fishing cake toppers, hunting cake topper and many other novelty wedding cake topper ideas. Advantage of visiting websites is that you can get a truly wide choice of unique wedding cake toppers. They are indeed loved by the bride & groom to be. These lovely collectibles will serve as an ideal addition for one’s guestbook table, or to crown the top of your wedding cake. They can make a wonderful wedding gift as well.

Posted on May 25, 2009

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What will make your wedding cake centerpiece and cake topper classy ?

You will want a wedding cake centerpiece it to be cost-effective, which you can manage with inexpensive craft supplies. All it takes is a little bit of planning and thought.

To create a simple, yet eye-catching and elegant centerpiece for your wonderful wedding reception, you will require a little creativity. In other words, making a wedding cake centerpiece is not so difficult if you are creative and innovative. In fact, it will just take a few hours to make a truly unique piece. The one conceived and created by you will give immense pleasure as you see it decorating the tables of your reception. It will have that personal touch to it, and you can preserve it as a lasting memory. You should also be able to select the right wedding cake topper. First off all, you need to be open minded. You should be clear in terms of what really suits you and your partner. Your taste and style quotient need to be considered. If you want to impart a romantic touch to it, you may go for ravishing red roses. You can go for something sweet and romantic. There are ample options available online you can search for that will help you make some really romantic choices for your wedding cake topper. Essentially, it should be simple, yet classy.

Posted on May 22, 2009

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How to create a simple, yet wedding cake centerpiece?

Even a simple a wedding cake centerpiece made on your own can nicely compliment the main wedding cake. So apply your imagination, grab your basic raw material, some simple accessories. You can purchase them from local craft and hardware stores.

Here are easy steps to come up with a simple, yet wedding cake centerpiece: •    Organize supplies and arrange them for easily accessing and identifying them.
•    Separate the discs for each cake. When they’re stacked in order of large to small, the assembly should well resemble a wedding cake.
•    Next, spread just a thin layer of Spackle along the top and also along edges of each of your disc. Spackle should ideally be smooth.
•    Allow discs to dry before you go ahead.
•    Measure the circumference of each disc used to prepare one cake.
•    Ensure that the ribbon is cut so as to fit around each disc perfectly. You may cover the entire each disc or one particular area.
•    Secure the ribbon carefully on each of the discs by using a pin. Use more than one pin for larger ribbon.
•    Glue the three layers of each cake together and let them dry completely.
•    Place three or more cakes right in the center of each reception table.

Posted on May 21, 2009

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Get the right vintage wedding cake topper

It is necessary that you get the right wedding cake topper because it brings a touch of magic to your special evening. You can consider many different vintage wedding cake toppers, all waiting to tantalize you.

Posted on April 13, 2009

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Understanding wedding traditions

There are various wedding traditions that are still followed. For instance, the tradition of wearing a wedding ring is quite a popular and considered to be a sacred one.

Many people believe that the circular shape of the wedding ring is a symbol of eternity. Just as love is never ending, the circle denotes that that marriages last till eternity. It is believed that the vein in the third finger of the left hand runs to the heart. Hence, people wear the wedding ring on that finger. Another tradition is wearing white gown for the wedding. This practice was started by Queen Victoria. White symbolizes joy and purity. The veil is said to be worn to protect the bride from evil spirits on her wedding day. It also depicts modesty. The flowers that the bride carries is said to serve the same purpose. They attract positive vibes. The runner is used in the aisle to symbolize a path. White runners are used to symbolize a clean path to the joy. These are just a few traditions that have been there from time immemorial. Nobody questions them. Another key tradition is giving gifts. Your gift symbolizes how happy you are for them. It shows that you wish them a good life from your heart.

Posted on April 01, 2009

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Some interesting wedding gift ideas

Giving gifts to the newly wed is a part of a long tradition that conveys warmth and affection. You should give an apt wedding gift that befits the spirit of the occasion.

You can anything you want as long as it is appropriate and classy. It will depend on how close you are to the couple and your budget. When you go out to buy a gift for the newly wedded couple, the first consideration that comes to your mind is durability and luxury. You will want to give a gift that will last long. You would want to give a gift that will make the couple remember you for a long time to come. One unique gift can be jewelry. All women love jewelry. The bride will be elated to get it. You can choose simple yet elegant pieces. Depending on your budget you can decide on the choice of metal – silver, gold, platinum. You can think of giving her diamonds, too. You might want to give her some amazing accessories like bags, makeup box and similar things. If you want to give something that will be handy to both the bride and the groom, you can opt for utility durables like microwave, washing machine etc.

Posted on March 21, 2009

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Secrets of successful wedding favors for your guests

Wedding favors are small tokens of appreciation for your guests. You must choose your favors with care. They need not be expensive. But they need to be something that shows that you care for your guests.

Wedding favors are the couple’s first gesture to their guests. It needs to be welcoming to them. Usually love symbols are chosen for the favors. Here, we share some secrets of wonderful wedding favors for your guests. The gift should be something that reflects the personality of the bride and groom. This way, the favors will have a personal touch. Your wedding favor need not be classy or hugely expensive, as mentioned above. It can be something humble but one that reflects the tastes of the receiver. The essence of weeding favors is that it should show how much you appreciate the guests’ presence. You can keep the favors simple and arrange the same with pretty accessories and flowers to make them look nice. It does not matter whether you have given gifts that cost sky-high. What matters is the creativity and care with which you have arranged the settings. Make sure you include a welcome message with the favors to make it more personalized.

Posted on March 19, 2009

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How to create wonderful Wedding favors for guests?

The market is flooded with wedding favor options. Any bride will find favors according to her needs. Once you find gifts of your choice for your guests, the next question is how you will give them away.

The manner in which you want to distribute your favors will essentially depend on the favors, the kind of wedding and the number of guests attending the ceremony. Given below are some options that you may find suitable. The most common way to share the gifts is by placing the favor at every guest’s individualized setting. This way, your gifts are distributed and you also have a decoration set for your wedding. If you are using decorative chairs, you can attach the favor to the back of the chair with a bow. This will add a nice decorative touch to the setting. Another way is to appoint an usher to stand at the entrance and hand over the favors. This adds a personal touch to the whole exercise. The usher can also distribute the gifts when every body is seated. The bride and the groom can hand over the gifts personally. You can thank the guests personally for coming. This is the best way to give the favors but time consuming.

Posted on March 17, 2009

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Wedding program

You need to decide whether you need a wedding program or not. This will depend on how big your wedding affair is. There are so many things to do while arranging a wedding.

If you do not take care of each detail, the entire wedding has chances of going haywire. You need to take care of wedding invitation, wedding flowers, wedding decoration, wedding dress, wedding menu and venue and numerous other things. You will need to chalk down a plan on pen and paper that will take care of all the aspects of a wedding. So here comes the wedding program. If you want to stay on tract from the beginning to the end, then a wedding program is a must. With the wedding program ready, you feel that you are in full control. You can relax that the entire event is planned. If your budget is tight, then your wedding program must be made in a way to fit the budget. It is not possible for you to remember everything. So you must have a wedding program in place if you want your special day to go without a glitch.

Posted on March 16, 2009

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Choosing wedding vendors

For a wedding, you will need to hire vendors for wedding caterer, favor and baker. Some people feel that it is difficult to get suitable vendors.

But you must give it your best shot as a single bad vendor can ruin your special day. There are many professionals in the industry. With a little effort and time you are sure to get a good vendor for your wedding. Ask around. Your friends or relatives may be able to give you some references. Word of mouth reviews help a lot. So keep your ears open. There are bridal shows that have a lot of vendors at one place. You can collect their brochures and contacts for future references. Later you can review it and decide on which vendor to choose. The wedding venue you choose will have a list of their own vendors. You can choose one from them. Your local bridal magazines may carry a lot of information on local vendors. You can go though the advertisements and also ask around for feedback. It is better to shortlist more number of vendors and then choose the one that suits you the best.

Posted on March 12, 2009

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