How to Start Planning Your Wedding

When planning your wedding the first thing you need to do is get a planner or a tablet so that you can create a check list and keep notes of the things you will need to do. It can take very little effort to access a wide source of wedding information for your wedding planning. You can find information in many places.

One of the best forms of information available is a Bridal Show. Vendors from all aspects of the wedding industry are available and ready to answer all of your wedding questions. Most Bridal Shows have fashion shows so that you can view the new dress designs and options. Many Bridal show also offer cake tasting, product demonstrations and door prizes. At a Bridal Show you will find an endless wealth of information about planning your wedding day. A couple of sites to visit to find Bridal Shows near you are; onewed.com and wedalert.com.

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The Blue and White Winter Wedding

Don't you just adore this winter wedding inspiration board. We love the way it captures the romance of winter by fusing robin's egg blue with white on white...on white!

White has a way of making everything seem peaceful, serene, and pure. When combined with sparkling crystal and pops of blue, it creates the perfect backdrop for a wintry wonderland. Great for all you winter brides looking for a big day as unique as the snowflakes that fall.

Let it Snow, Let it Snow!

(First Column: A Colorado Wedding by James Christianson, The Carrie Necklace by erinkeys etsy.com. Second Column: Boutonniere from Martha Stewart Weddings, Centerpiece pictures from superstore.ca, Guild Letterpress invitation by Bella Figura. Third Column: Eye candy from Amy Atlas Events, Snowflake sugar cookies by Dianes Cakes and More, personalized Snowflake ornament favor from our picks of winter wedding favors. Fourth Column: Snowflake cheesecake by Gift Tree, A Colorado Wedding by James Christianson.)

Personalized and Monogrammed Tote Bags

Looking for a unique gift for your wedding party or family and friends this upcoming holiday season? With a variety of styles and colors to choose from, personalized tote bags will make a surprising and practical gift for your friends or family members. Most tote bags can be personalized with a 3 letter monogram or name to make it a custom keepsake that will be treasured each time it’s used. Choose a style that best fits the personality of the recipient such as a polyester, canvas, or vinyl tote for trips to the beach, gym/spa, or every day use. Leather totes with extra features and storage compartments are perfect for students or business minded people on the go.

New Icon Personalized Sports Theme Beer Mugs

Personalized beer mugs are a popular groomsman gift. Traditionally, the groom gives every member of his wedding party, including the best man, groomsmen, father, and ring bearer, a small gift in appreciation for participating in his wedding. Beer mugs are a sure winner for many guys, either as collectibles or as functional vessels to hold their favorite beer.

My Wedding Reception Ideas.com has just added a new line of personalized beer mugs called the Icon sports line. These hefty glass mugs stand 6 3/4 inches tall and are 3 3/4 inches wide to hold 25 ounces of beer or other favorite drink to quench a man-sized thirst. These mugs feature laser-etched designs of players wielding their instruments of the games including football, baseball, hockey, skiing, golf, hunting, pool, and poker. Also available are the 'Varsity' series that sport varsity-style monograms.

Every design theme is personalized with two lines of custom print so names, nicknames, dates, or short, witty phrases can be tailored to admonish the individual each, unique mug is intended for.

Grooms are always looking for a variety of unique gifts for their groomsmen. The 'Icon' sports series beer mug collection offers a greater variety of choices along with our other popular personalized beer mugs.

Must Have Winter Wedding Favors

Winter is just a few months away and many people are planning Winter Weddings. Today, more and more couples are bypassing the busy spring and summer months in exchange for a whimsical winter wedding. You can create your very own Winter-Wedding Wonderland with winter themed wedding favors.

Wedding Favors serve a variety of purposes - you can thank your guests for attending the wedding, the favors can serve as a special reminder of your wedding day, or they can showcase your interests and/or wedding theme.

Consider a less-is-more approach to your color palette: Silver and white are classic colors and would add some serious glamour to your winter wedding. Use some adorable favors such as the snowflake place card holders or Silver Snowflake Votive Candle Holder.

From snowflake bookmarks to winter-themed place card frames, there is a long list of favors to choose from for your winter wedding! You can find favors to match a glittery snowflake design or go with a more traditional favor.

Another great favor option is a winter-themed bottle stopper. Many guests will be entertaining during the holiday season, and their parties will almost certainly include a bottle or two of wine. Send guests home with a unique bottle stopper from your wedding, and not only can you help keep their leftover wine fresh, you can also create a conversation piece at their next gathering.