Showing posts with label tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tips. Show all posts
Friday, July 15, 2011
Wedding Websites
Becoming more and more popular, wedding websites are a great supplement to have along with your invitations. It is a place where you can have detailed information about you as a couple, where and how you met, favorite photos together and of course, the story of the proposal. It's a great way to tell your guests a more personal side of you as a couple.
It is also used to put information on some of the things you maybe didn't include in your invitations. Some of those are detailed directions, maps, hotel accommodations, and fun things to do around town. This is also the place to put any gift registries since having them on your invitations is an etiquette no-no.
Many of the wedding websites are free, but there are others that have more features and come with a monthly or one time fee. Browse around different ones and put some time into them. That way you can get your guests to visit your site and get them more excited about the big day!
It is also used to put information on some of the things you maybe didn't include in your invitations. Some of those are detailed directions, maps, hotel accommodations, and fun things to do around town. This is also the place to put any gift registries since having them on your invitations is an etiquette no-no.
Many of the wedding websites are free, but there are others that have more features and come with a monthly or one time fee. Browse around different ones and put some time into them. That way you can get your guests to visit your site and get them more excited about the big day!
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Guest Book Ideas
Guest books are so fun. There are many different and creative ways to get your guests involved.... and best thing is you you can use them for any event! It's a great keepsake so why not?
From left to right: 1. Now this is what you call an all-in-one; a note written by your guests, then they take a picture with a Polaroid, slip both items into a pocket and after the event, you put it all together to form your guest book. I love that idea... what a unique scrapbook from a crafty bride! 2. This bride who also owns JL Designs bought an assortment of So CAL postcards and had her guests sign them. After the wedding, her mom sent them to her and her husband throughout the year to remind them of their special day. 3. This guest book idea would be great to display in your house. I know it would go great in ours! From time to time, you can sit down and read them together as a couple. 4. Elise designed this guest book with engagement pictures on the front cover and will be gluing mini envelopes inside. Guests will sign blank business card sized paper and insert them into their own mini envelopes. Sounds like another unique scrapbook idea!
And lastly, the wishing tree. As suggested by Dynamite Weddings, it can be used as a centerpiece and guest book in one. Cards are hung on the tree and guests can write in their well wishes. These are all great ideas for guest books, it's hard to pick just one. What do you plan on doing?
Friday, January 15, 2010
Q&A: Gift Registries
With so many gift registry options, figuring out which one is best for you as a couple can be overwhelming. There are TONS of department store registries ranging from the reasonably priced to the more extravagant boutiques. A registry becoming more popular are honeymoon and even... a mortgage registry? WoooW! With all this, what is the best way to inform your guests? Hopefully these can answer some of your questions.
Q: Can I put my gift registries on my invitation?
A: NO! A major NO! You're not suppose to put any type of registry information on your invitation because it's tacky. You can put these details on your wedding website, if you have one or on bridal shower invitations. You can also ask your family and bridal party to inform everyone.
Q: We don't want presents, but would prefer monetary gifts?
A: Again, this is considered rude to ask for money in any way, shape or form. You can ask your family and close friends to "spread the word", but never put it out there formally. Think about it... how would you feel if someone asked you for money if you were attending a wedding as a guest? Kinda uncomfortable and just weird.
If your guests ask, you can tell them you prefer cash, but inform your parents, immediate family and close friends so they can tell guests for you. There will still be some guests who prefer to give gifts so create a registry with a few items so you can give them options. If you want to read more tips on asking for cash gifts, click here.
Regardless on what you want, always remember that it is a gift and it it something that someone gives to you. Be thankful and appreciative because they don't have to give you anything!
Q: Can I put my gift registries on my invitation?
A: NO! A major NO! You're not suppose to put any type of registry information on your invitation because it's tacky. You can put these details on your wedding website, if you have one or on bridal shower invitations. You can also ask your family and bridal party to inform everyone.
Q: We don't want presents, but would prefer monetary gifts?
A: Again, this is considered rude to ask for money in any way, shape or form. You can ask your family and close friends to "spread the word", but never put it out there formally. Think about it... how would you feel if someone asked you for money if you were attending a wedding as a guest? Kinda uncomfortable and just weird.
If your guests ask, you can tell them you prefer cash, but inform your parents, immediate family and close friends so they can tell guests for you. There will still be some guests who prefer to give gifts so create a registry with a few items so you can give them options. If you want to read more tips on asking for cash gifts, click here.
Regardless on what you want, always remember that it is a gift and it it something that someone gives to you. Be thankful and appreciative because they don't have to give you anything!
Friday, July 31, 2009
Wedding E-book
For all you brides looking for Q&A's to ask your wedding vendors... look no further! Liene Stevens of Blue Orchid Designs has created the complete guide which you can download here absolutely free! Found via A Lucky Orchid Wedding
Friday, July 24, 2009
Address Stamp
I love this! Letter Girl on Etsy creates these cute, one of a kind stamps that's adorably artistic. The best thing... if you order the option with a wooden handle, you can use different color stamp pads! This would be great to use when sending a little note or even on the outside of envelopes when paying bills. Cute!
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Q&A: Save the Date
I always get asked the etiquette on sending save the dates and here are some answers to your questions:
Do we have to send save the dates? I always like to tell brides and grooms its essentially a great idea to send them out because it gives your guests a "heads up" on your upcoming wedding. Of course, some couples choose not to send them and that's fine as well. I think it's becoming more popular with destination weddings since guests have to make travel arrangements and if you plan to have your wedding near or during a holiday, it helps your guests plan around their busy schedules.
When do we send them? A good rule of thumb is six months prior to your ceremony and eight months for destination weddings. This gives your guests plenty of time to 1. decide if they can attend 2. make travel arrangements if necessary and lastly 3. save a little cash.
What information is needed? I like to keep this simple. Why? Because detailed information should be left for the invitation. It should include the bride and grooms names, your wedding date, your wedding location and if you have a wedding website, the wedding link.
Who do we send them to? Everyone you want to come to the wedding including people you already received confirmation from. This includes your parents, bridal party, etc. And remember, send only to the people you know you want to be there. Once you send it, you're obligated to send them an invitation.
Dolldine Designs can create save the dates to match your invitation suite and they come in many different forms- magnet, mini calendar, postcard, coasters, photo, etc. If it's not within your budget, be creative and try creating your own.
Here is one of my favorite save the dates. The patterned print is velvet and I just love their wedding date... too cute!
Do we have to send save the dates? I always like to tell brides and grooms its essentially a great idea to send them out because it gives your guests a "heads up" on your upcoming wedding. Of course, some couples choose not to send them and that's fine as well. I think it's becoming more popular with destination weddings since guests have to make travel arrangements and if you plan to have your wedding near or during a holiday, it helps your guests plan around their busy schedules.
When do we send them? A good rule of thumb is six months prior to your ceremony and eight months for destination weddings. This gives your guests plenty of time to 1. decide if they can attend 2. make travel arrangements if necessary and lastly 3. save a little cash.
What information is needed? I like to keep this simple. Why? Because detailed information should be left for the invitation. It should include the bride and grooms names, your wedding date, your wedding location and if you have a wedding website, the wedding link.
Who do we send them to? Everyone you want to come to the wedding including people you already received confirmation from. This includes your parents, bridal party, etc. And remember, send only to the people you know you want to be there. Once you send it, you're obligated to send them an invitation.
Dolldine Designs can create save the dates to match your invitation suite and they come in many different forms- magnet, mini calendar, postcard, coasters, photo, etc. If it's not within your budget, be creative and try creating your own.
Here is one of my favorite save the dates. The patterned print is velvet and I just love their wedding date... too cute!
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