Wish Upon a Wedding

Posted by Zuriana on March 4, 2010

Wish Upon a Wedding is an organization that grants weddings & civil union ceremonies throughout the United States for individuals faced with a terminal illness.  Wish Granters provide the means to fulfill a dream wedding or civil union that close family members can take part in to help celebrate the courage and spirit of the […]

 Crate & Barrel’s Ultimate Wedding Contest

Posted by Zuriana on March 1, 2010

Share your love story, describe your dream wedding,  win a $100,000 wedding!  It’s as easy as that with Crate and Barrel’s Ultimate Wedding Contest.  I’ve been enjoying reading how couples fell in love…
You can also enter to win gift cards worth $500 or more to get the Crate and Barrel gifts you love.  Hurry, contest […]

 Local Food Trucks Serve Tasty Treats

Posted by Zuriana on February 20, 2010

I love this as a unique way to end your reception or a great way to serve food for an after party.  After guests have danced the night away surprise them with a local food truck that offers tasty treats such as mini burgers, tacos, fries, pizza, ice cream, cupcakes, popcorn…you get the idea.
Sauca’ offers […]

 A New Cupcake in Town

Posted by Zuriana on February 17, 2010

I hear that Crumbs Bakery is coming to the DC area in May to compete with other cupcakeries.  Also coming to town are two other cupcake bakeries, i.e. Sprinkles and Frosting.  With the cupcake wars going on it has me wondering will cupcakes ever replace the traditional wedding cake?
If you do opt to pass on […]

 Invitations with Value AND Style

Posted by Zuriana on February 12, 2010

I love that Carlson Craft has designed invitations at a great price point, that offer a lot of value all without sacrificing style.  All of these invitations come with free response cards!  It’s a savings of about $80.
Find other great designs here.

 Le Patissier Cakes

Posted by Zuriana on February 11, 2010

Photo credit: Le Patissier
Here’s dessert we can all have without the guilt or the calories.  Le Patissier creates tasty looking cakes out of towels.  Each cake is topped with fruit-shaped magnets that can be used to hold memos.  These beautiful cakes and desserts are a unique gift for any event.  I can’t help but […]

 Invitation Tips

Posted by Zuriana on February 8, 2010

When should I order my invitations?
Order invitations once you’ve confirmed details of your ceremony and reception, i.e. date, time, location, and number of guests you will be inviting.
How many invitations should I order?
Order one invitation for each single adult, couple, or family invited.  Order an additional 25 invitations when you place your initial order to […]

 Bedazzle My Bonbons

Posted by Zuriana on January 27, 2010

Photo credits:  Bedazzle My Bonbons
Surprise your guests with these cute little bonbons or Dazzle Pops.  I love that you can eat the bonbon or dazzle pop glitter and all!  Choose the colors and flavors you want or have your bonbon color matched to fit your color scheme.

Bedazzle My Bonbons can be used in a number […]

 Curve Display Bar Will ‘Wow’ Your Guests

Posted by Zuriana on January 22, 2010

Photo credit: Room Service Furniture & Event Rentals
I recently returned from The Special Event Conference in New Orleans and had a chance to see the beautiful curved display bar from Room Service Furniture & Event Rentals.  It is gorgeous!  I love that you can design your own display by placing items inside the bar.  In […]

 Backdrops Add Pizzazz

Posted by Zuriana on January 18, 2010

 
Photo credit: Backdrops Beautiful
Backdrops add pizzazz to your event! A backdrop is a cost effective way to provide visual impact and enhance your event.  Starting around $200 you can rent a backdrop in a multitude of themes, sizes, and colors.  Try using a backdrop as the focal point of your theme.  I love the Spring backdrop above.  […]