Wedding Blogs by Wedding Professionals
May 31, 2006
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Cell: (334) 717-1738
E-mail: jshnea@warmspirit.org
www.warmspirit.org/jshnea
Posted by JSHNEA - WARM SPIRIT on May 31, 2006 at 07:58 PM
Kids say the darndest things...
Aloha,
Recently, I was asked to DJ and MC a reception. I usually don't MC, but I will make an exception here and there and I may go back to it in the future. For the most part however, I am pretty busy with the planning and performance side of what I do.
Anyhow, we did several custom voice recordings and a special dedication from the daughter to her father that we played during their Unity Dance. It was a really nice reception; elegant and traditional with alot of emotion. Anyhow, while the bride and groom were giving their thank yous, the 4 year old daughter pulled me to the side and asked me to "call her up". She wanted to say something... imagine the surprise on her mother's face when I introduced her daughter and helped her stand on her chair facing mommy and daddy. From there, I handed her a microphone and she stood there and told everyone how much she loved her mommy and daddy and congratulations on getting married. It was a really special and unique moment that had everyone in tears and smiles.
Because I had taken the time to get to know their daughter, she was comfortable with approaching me and allowing me to hold her hand as she was introduced. She hugged me at the end of the night and thanked me for helping her mommy and daddy.
DJ's do more than just play music. When you sit down with your DJ, ask them how they're going to make your special day memorable and unique for you.
Until next time, Aloha!
Dale
www.videodjsofhawaii.com
dale@videodjsofhawaii.com
808 295-8504
Posted by VIDEO DJ'S OF HAWAII on May 31, 2006 at 05:37 PM
Need a little spark for your wedding night?
A lot of men believe that their wedding night gift should come in the bedroom on the night of their wedding. By the end of your wedding day, that could be the last thing on your mind. Weddings can be exhausting. If you need some help in spicing things up, you could plan something new and exciting for both of you. If it is something you are looking forward to, you're more likely to save some energy for a fun filled night. Remember, your wedding signifies a new journey for both of you. Learn, grow and experiment together...it will keep the bonds of your marriage strong for years to come.
Posted by HAWAIIAN PASSIONS on May 31, 2006 at 12:21 PM
May 30, 2006
Wedding Website Amazing at Keeping Details Organized
I created a wedding website for myself last summer, and I honestly think it was the best decision I made for the wedding. I live in Seattle and the wedding was in Ohio, so keeping the wedding party and all of the vendors organized was challenging. We included a blog for friends to chat and catch up, hotel information as well as camping information and other attractions for those travelling a long distance and who might be staying in the area awhile, links to the caterers, photographer, musicians, ceremony, and reception sites, turn-by-turn directions, calendars, online RSVP database that sorted all guests and made predicting seating easy, online gift registry, and our engagement photos. I encourage all brides-to-be to consider this, it was definitely worth the time, and was honestly a lot of fun to have. Send me an email (amber@invitidesigns.com) if you're interested or just want to hear more, and good luck to you!
-Amber :)
Posted by INVITI DESIGNS CUSTOM STATIONARY on May 30, 2006 at 08:37 PM
May 29, 2006
Our redesigned "website"
Good evening! We hope your Memorial day was memorable.
And, we invite you to view our new website. You may note that a page or so is still being added. Enjoy. Receive the information you need to be advised of before you make a purchase from us or somewhere else.
We want to know that we are offering you what you need to know about us, and about printing and stationer for your wedding.
Mrs. Lilley
Posted by on May 29, 2006 at 09:42 PM
May 28, 2006
Not your typical bachelorette party!
We are the best reason for a lady's night out/inn. We will bring the store to your door. Pure Romance brings all the games and prizes, making it easy to plan fun for your bachelorette party. Pure Romance is for woman only. Pure Romance consultant's will teach you and your friend's how to put the "O" back in romance!
For your next lady's night inn! Book a party with Pure Romance.
Nancy Gardner
Your Pure Romance consultant!
Call or email me today!
253-255-6982 or 253-904-8769
nancygardner@pureromance.com
Posted by PURE ROMANCE BY NANCY on May 28, 2006 at 01:40 PM
May 25, 2006
Additional ideas for decorations:
Using tulle or shimmering organza, swag the fabric to each or every other chair starting at the front and working down the aisles (both sides) to the back of the church or last row of chairs. Then at each pew, gather the fabric & tie it with a small rubber band, place a bow in your colors/theme on top for a unified effect.
Instead of pew bows, use pew markers, which come in variety of shapes and colors (http://www.balsacircle.com/Pew-Markers-Wreaths-01-P1.php). After ceremony they could be taken from the pew to decorate either the backs of the head table and chairs, used as centerpieces for the guest tables or placed on the gift or buffet tables as well.
To make your wedding more personal, you can decorate every second pew with your framed pictures.
You can personalize your aisle runner by adding a saying on it. For an example, ﾓWherever You Go, I Will Followﾔ, ﾓWherever The Road May Leadﾔ, ﾓI have found the one my heart loves...ﾔ or ﾓI Promise You All My Lifeﾅﾔ You can do it by sewing it on or by using stencils.
If you want to have elaborate aisle runner, you can use spray adhesive and glue on silk flowers along the edges. Fresh flowers might be too fragile for that purpose.
If you use fresh flowers and arrange them yourself, it is best to arrange them just after the rehearsal dinner in order to maintain the vivid appearance of the decorations. In this instance, you can ask your friends and family to help. You can also attach flowers with greenery to our florist ready bows which come in a variety of colors and styles to ensure that you get the color combinations you desire.
Posted by BALSA CIRCLE on May 25, 2006 at 11:43 PM
Greetings from Canada
Thank you for the well wishes and all your hard work. It turned out amazing!
Attached is a photo from the wedding. We just put our order in with the photographer so we should be getting the professional ones sometime soon.
~ Victoria Thompson Bilinski, Canada, 4-14-06
The Kahala Hotel and Resort
Posted by HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS on May 25, 2006 at 08:38 PM
About Us...
Regina Lesley Event Artistry is a premiere event planner for Philadelphia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and the surrounding areas. For the past 10 years we have perfected the art of event planning. Our first priority is bringing your vision to life. We work with you on every event aspect from flowers and food to location and musicﾅitﾒs all a part of what sets us apart and makes us event artists.
Each event is a work of art tailored to your personal style. Our services include the planning and management of every detail. Weﾒll help you with vendor selections, budget management, event timelines and even selecting and sending the perfect invitations. Whether itﾒs a birthday party, an elaborate wedding or a romantic anniversary celebration, no event is too big or too small for us to handle. Trust us with your most important days.
Your dreams will become your memories and your memories are our masterpieces.
Posted by REGINA LESLEY EVENT ARTISTRY on May 25, 2006 at 09:26 AM
May 24, 2006
You've allowed me to really relax and enjoy the day without a single worry!
Dear Dianna, Thank you so much for your thoughtful ecard. Hard to believe it's been a month already. Johnny and I are settling into our new life together but still wish we were in Hawaii instead!
We've developed many of the pictures of our wedding and it was just as beautiful as we remembered. Thank you so much for coordinating everything, you've allowed me to really relax and enjoy the day without a single worry!
Thanks again and best wishes to you!
Jannie and Johnny, New York, April 23, 2006
The Kahala Hotel and Resort
Posted by HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS on May 24, 2006 at 01:25 AM
May 23, 2006
Updated Service to WPS
Wedding Professional Services is proud to announce that we have added another more service to our unique vendor category. HV Limousines is now part of WPS Design center offering premier limousine service to weddings and special events. From their extensive line of executive limousines to their exciting line of party Hummer limousines. Please visit our Website to learn more about their services.
www.WeddingProfessionalServices.com
Posted by WEDDING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES on May 23, 2006 at 09:56 PM
Book your music now to get your top choice
Have your heart set on a certain trio?
If you've visited our website and like our sound samples, contact us now to reserve your date, no matter how far ahead. As mentioned below, all it takes to reserve your date is a $75 deposit.
We are booked up for most of the summer and into fall, but still have a few dates available. If you want ATriem Ensemble to create the musical mood at your wedding, or even if you just have questions- call today!!
We are happy to answer any questions you may have and will even give you a referral if we are booked on your date.
Posted by ATRIEM on May 23, 2006 at 01:33 PM
May 22, 2006
Personally Yours
If you are like most brides-to-be, you probably have been dreaming of your wedding day since you were a little girl. But, the one thing you didn't dream of is all the planning to make your day personally yours.
Personalizing your wedding doesn't have to be stressful. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
~ Pick your cermony and reception locations that's your favorite escape (the beach, mountains, lakes, etc).
~ Present a favorite drink
~ Create a wedding theme around your favorite time in history (Medieval, Victorian)
~ Use your favorite poems, colors, flowers, country
If you are having a hard time discovering how to personalize your wedding. Start by writing a list of your favorite things. Once you have created your list, research how you can use each item within your wedding to make the statement "this day is mine". You will be suprised of just how creative you can be.
For more information on how to create a personal wedding contact us at:
609-233-3116
info@eventsbyagape.com
Posted by EVENTS BY AGAPE CAFE on May 22, 2006 at 08:44 PM
Lots of Wedding Planning Advice & Resources
The Seattle Times ran a special section this past week about wedding planning. One of the resources they highlighted in their "4 Things We Dig" section was the JCPenney wedding registry. The free wedding binder available for brides who register on the site looks fantastic. Check it out.
Posted by GETTING PERSONAL IMPRINTING on May 22, 2006 at 05:53 PM
Dress for Less; Brides on a Budget
For many Brides, getting a beautiful wedding and staying within a limited budget contradict each other. For instance, often a right-out-of-college woman is paying off loans & dealing with living costs. Even if the Bride doesn't have this worry, because her parents are generous or her own finances are in good order, the Bride's Maids might have these financial concerns. So how can a girl get great style with out breaking the bank?...
Problem: You want picture perfect style for your wedding, but the budget is tight.
Solutions:
1) Think rental: While the Bride may resist this idea for herself, the Bride's Maids are likely to be thrilled with the idea of this budget-saving option. Look for formal dress rental companies in your area, or online. You can save up to 75% off what you'd pay for a "keeper". Most of these rental businesses will also rent high-quality coordinating accessories.
2) Shop After-Season-Sales: Post Christmas/New Year's Sales & Post Prom Season clearances are great opportunities to secure a rock bottom price on sky-high fashion trends.
3) Don't be afraid of large Department Stores. At the time of this blog entry, Macys, Saks and other major stores are preparing for their Mem. Day Sales. Dresses by Evan Picone, Maggy London, Donna Morgan, Vera Wang, BCBG, Anne Klein, & Kay Unger are, and will be, fabulously marked down (I am particularly fond of the platinum "Vera Wang Maids" Satin V-Neck currently on clearance at Macys.com).
4) Remember not to be afraid to think out of the box in any area of your wedding. As an example, I did a search online for "cocktail dress", and "silk dress". This sent me to resources not normally associated with bridal shopping... Chadwicks, Speigel, Overstock.com, metrostyle.com (a Lerner partner) and specialty boutiques.
Lastly, take time to consider, not only your vision, but the well-being of those persons you've asked to join in the celebration. Remember that your big day is really about WHO shares in the special moments, not WHAT they are wearing.
Sincerely
Gina at A Greater Plan
Posted by A GREATER PLAN; WEDDINGS & EVENTS CONSULTING on May 22, 2006 at 12:14 PM
Brown Bag Parties By Debbie
On a personal note... I decided to open Brown Bag Parties by Debbie to get out there and meet more people and for extra income. It has been a rewarding job! I do home parties and Bachelorette parties... Bachelorette parties have been the most fun. Usually my demonstration is part of many events that night and usually the bride ends up winning - she gets 20% of sales toward products! Tell your bridesmaids about us and lets have some fun.
Debbie
Brown Bag Parties by Debbie
Posted by BROWN BAG PARTIES BY DEBBIE on May 22, 2006 at 05:33 AM
Give me 9 days of commitment & you will lose inches & pounds!
If you want to drop some weight, feel healthier, & clean your body, Isagenix is your answer. Especially if you're crunched for time. Isagenix works if you follow it exactly for the 9 days. Just 9 days of commitment & YOU WILL LOSE! The first time I did the 9 day program, I lost 8 pounds & 11.25 inches off my body, mostly off my midsection. I've continued to lose with the Maintenance Pak & feel healthier than I ever felt. My husband got fantastic results from the 9 day program. He too is on the Maintenance program. I have before & after pictures of him. I'm still a work in progress. Email me if you would like more info. There is also a 30 day program for those who have the time to spare.
Posted by ELITE DISTRIBUTORS HAWAII on May 22, 2006 at 02:14 AM
May 21, 2006
Setting Budgets for Invitations and Stationery!
One of the hardest things to do when planning a wedding is ascertaining what one is going to spend on each item, and on what basis to establish a budget.
Hopefully, the next few blogs will help you as a bride get an idea of what is "rationale and reasonable".
Most wedding magazines offer guidelines for budget setting on various items for the wedding. Unfortunately, when it comes to invitations, they are basing budgets on invitations being "advertised in their publication" which translates to pushing in print their advertisers' products.
When I was the Senior Advertising Sales Account Executive and Manager here in Saint Louis for The Wall Street Journal, I can assure that I got asked all the time if there was a marriage between editorial and advertising, and I can tell you that "THERE WAS NOT, and IS NOT" with that publication.
However, basing a budget for invitations on what one sees in mail order catalogues is like trying to find 100 per cent cotton engraved or letterpress or foil printed invitations in a "Sears Roebuck Catalogue". It is NOT going to happen.
Nor, will you have the option of custom printed motifs or camera ready art going into the work, nor will you ever get 100 per cent cotton stock with these companies.
So, back to sqaure one. How do I set a budget? Well, you can look at Crane's, and you can look at William Arthur, higher end products, and then, you can find 100 per cent cotton invitations in a number of other "great" companies with interesting designs without quite the priciness of these products. We are not presently carrying these lines because we "choose to carry" lines that DO NOT REQUIRE THAT we have a minimum "sales record" because this might influence us in how we marketed our products...
...bottom line, it allows us to stand in our integrity, and work to achieve the highest product for the best price with the greatest amount of service to our clients.
When a client comes to us for a custom or customized product, we do all we can to make the cardstock we use, and the design(s) cohesive and meet the goals of our bridal clients. We love creating with you to make the product(s) your own, not just something that has been sent out hundreds of times before.
Let's see, an average wedding invitation for 150 invitations, with reception, respond cards, and informal/thank you notes, and printed flaps on the outer flap of the envelopes and a custom designed map with directions and accommodations on the back of the map card is in the range of $800 to $1,000. That is realistic.
For just a hundred or so dollars more, you may choose a unique look, and most likely, choose to have us show you how to assemble the ensemble and get a nearly $3000 look for half or less of this cost. These are a LOT of printed pieces, and layers and ribbons for the cost. And, a huge presentation of the look you want for your invitations.
With proper planning, we may actually plan ahead with you on stock to use the same matching cardstock for covers for your wedding programs, and for seating or table number cards or both.
By planning with a designer and a printing company combination like we are...a unique entity...you get the best of both worlds....
Sound knowledgeable printing capabilities, and brilliant designs created "just for you" and "you alone" for your wedding.
How this tallies out depends on choices of cardstock and the details you require in terms of budget. By planning ahead with us, and ahead of the deadlines for needing these items, you get to make the most use of your creativity, and put your own personaliti(es) in the mix for the end result.
We look forward to hearing from you. If you have questions, please do NOT hestitate to contact us directly.
Ms. Judy Laughton Lilley, judy@lilleyprinting.com
Ms. Rebecca Hutchison, rmh@lilleyprinting.com
or if you wish to be added to our marketing programs and have our newsletter(s) emailed to you directly, write to
marketing@lilleyprinting.com
Posted by on May 21, 2006 at 07:33 PM
Northwest Wedding Photos
OK. Hi Everyone ...
I am kinda new at this blog thing -- but wanted to let you know we have some new information available on our website that may help in your planning process.
It's a 24-page booklet full of helpful hints and checklists you can use to make certain you've covered all the bases for your upcoming wedding. To get your copy, either register on our site at:
www.northwest-wedding-photos.com
or contact me via e-mail at: danakehr@comcast.net
Thanks!
:) Dana
Photographer
Northwest Wedding Photos
(253)405-5461
Tacoma, WA
Posted by NORTHWEST WEDDING PHOTOS on May 21, 2006 at 12:47 AM
May 20, 2006
NIGHT OF PASSION
Looking for a fun night out with the girls? Planning a bachelorette party for this coming weekend? I have the perfect outing for you. Passion Parties by Joely in conjunction with The O Lounge is planning the ULTIMATE NIGHT OF PASSION. On Friday, May 26, 2006, The O Lounge (at the Old China House) is hosting an exclusive WOMEN'S ONLY EVENT. If you've ever wanted to experience the fun of a Passion Party and the exotic feel of The O Lounge, this is the perfect party for you. Due to it's adult nature and high demand, we are only allowing those on the guestlist to attend this event. As such, if you'd like to attend this event, please call me at (808)779-0307 to place your name on the guest list. For more information, please email me at aulii76@msn.com or call me at (808)779-0307. Dress to impress and arrive early. First 50 guests will receive free gifts. Hope to see you there!
Posted by PASSION PARTIES BY JOELY on May 20, 2006 at 11:41 PM
It's All About You! Newsletters Company Information
Itﾒs All About You! Newsletters creates custom one-of-a-kind newsletters that are a wonderful way to preserve your cherished memories.
Itﾒs All About You! Newsletters creates the following custom newsletters:
ﾕ Birth Announcements
ﾕ Babyﾒs First Birthday
ﾕ Milestone Birthdays
ﾕ Engagement Announcements
ﾕ Wedding Announcements
ﾕ Weddings (Can be used as favors!)
ﾕ Year-End Family Newsletters (Great to include with your
Christmas cards!)
ﾕ Rememberance of a Loved-One Passed On
If you are interested in receiving information about Itﾒs All About You! Newsletters, please email us at ItsAllAboutYouNewsletters@att.net. We will be happy to send you examples of our work.
It's All About You! Newsletters
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Pacifica, CA 94044
Posted by IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU! NEWSLETTERS on May 20, 2006 at 04:23 PM
May 19, 2006
The "Proofs" Are in the PDF files we provide
One of our greatest delights is in providing proofs of your wedding invitations, maps, programs, menus, table cards, and other printed items.
Proofs allow you to know that you know that you know you love the font, and the layout.
Our camera ready graphic artist, Rebecca Hutchison, has the gift of providing specialty typographical layouts to invitations in our album collections from our outside suppliers right up to providing proofs on custom invitations.
We provide "more than custom invitations". It is possible to purchase from a large variety of beautiful traditional invitations with a wide range of pricing available to you.
We work with you to help meet your budget and meet your goals.
Our graphic designer will be adding a sample proof selection to our photogallery for your perusal.
Enjoy! And, when you work with us, yours will be provided in your email, and to parents located anywhere.
Please read proofs from left to right, and right to left. We also suggest starting at the bottom of the page, and reading backwards.
It is also a very good idea to have more than two sets of eyes peer at the proofs. Very often, what is not noticed because one or another is focused on content, will be caught in a typo on a name of a street, etc.
Enjoy. We insist on proofs on every single printed piece before it goes into production.
This makes the process anxiety proof.
Mrs. Lilley
314-752-7092
Posted by on May 19, 2006 at 09:01 PM
Custom Invitations, Party Favors & Keepsakes
Glory Days designs beautiful and elegant invitations, favors and keepsakes for your special occasions and everyday life. Our focus is YOU! We strive to give you the best in personal service, original high-quality products, and a great value. We combine the finest papers and materials with modern design principles for each of our hand-assembled creations.
For a free consultation call:
Amber Benyo 330-554-9333 or Sandie Corder 216-287-0828
or email us at:
glorydays05@adelphia.net
Posted by GLORY DAYS on May 19, 2006 at 08:49 AM
What is a wedding planner and do I really need one?
This is the number one question asked from brides from all over the world.
Not that long ago, wedding consultants were thought of as a luxury to be used mainly by the elite, but in todayﾒs world, over sixty percent of couples use the services of a wedding consultant, commonly referred to a ﾓwedding coordinatorﾔ or ﾓwedding plannerﾔ and the numbers steadily grow.
So what is a wedding planner? She/he is a specialist that plans weddings or assists in the planning of weddings on a professional basis. Wedding consultants have vast knowledge of the products, services, and vendors available in the area and can recommend those which are a perfect match for the couple's "vision" and style, saving them endless research time and opening up a world of possibilities. Often they can suggest unique or hard to find services or products which are perfect for the couple, but which the couple would have been very unlikely to find on their own. The coordinator can be involved to any extent the bride desires - as much or as little as is required.
A consultant does not take over the planning of your wedding for you (unless, of course, you want her to), but rather, she/he advises you and assists you so that you have the all the information you need for the most spectacular wedding possible on a budget you can afford, and then you make all the final decisions.
A wedding planner is a very organized and detailed person with a superb sense of style and becomes your advocate, advisor, counselor and often ﾓnew best friendﾔ all rolled in one. There are endless details to arrange, many logistics to organize, large numbers of vendors and service providers to hire, schedules, timelines (one of the most critical aspects of the day) and budgets to manage, and as a result so much room for oversights to occur and for things to go wrong.
The reality is that few couples have the level of time in their schedules required to successfully plan, manage and executive such an event effectively; unfortunately, however, many couples donﾒt realize or acknowledge this until it is too late when parts of their wedding dream has already disintegrated into disappointment.
In recent surveys, 72% of married brides who did not use a wedding coordinator for their weddings said that based on their experience, if they could do it all over again they would indeed hire a wedding coordinator to assist in the planning process, or at least be on hand to supervise the wedding day itself.
Most consultants offer couples a free initial consultation so the bride and groom can learn how the consultant can make their wedding better, and then decide whether hiring a consultant is right for them. Sitting down with a wedding planner for a free consultation is the best way to learn of the many benefits to be had in using his or her services and to learn a little about each other, and determine what your specific needs are.
Couples can choose from a wide range of service levels, with the wedding consultant doing as much, or as little, as the couple would like. A bride and groom may choose to hire a wedding consultant simply for one 'planning power session' to get their wedding plans off to an amazing start; or they may hire the consultant to oversee the planning from start to finish. As yet another option, there is an increasing number of requests from couples opting at the very least to use the services of a wedding coordinator just on the wedding day itself, so that nothing is left to chance.
With all of the costs involved in producing a wedding in the first place, the fee for on site services of a coordinator on the big day is a small price to pay to ensure that, when the crunch comes down, everything unfolds as it should, just as you planned.
After all, you only get one shot at the biggest day of your life. Only one chance to make it amazing... why take the risk?
Posted by HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS on May 19, 2006 at 01:43 AM
May 18, 2006
Those Cheap & Non Proffesional So Call Companies
Shopping for the right DJ - Education 101
Please read this very important information if you are hiring a DJ for your next event. This very valuable information will help you to make the right choice for entertainment at your next event.
Beware of ﾓSo Called Professional Companiesﾔ with $350.00 and under packages. They claim they have so many years experience when in fact they just are starting off and have very little or no experience. Or they claim they have 20+ years experience which may be true but they are not the DJ. The owners or managers may have 20+ Years in the business but they are not the oneﾒs showing up to your event playing your music.
Cheap Competition
Poor Quality Speakers ﾗ Most ﾓSo Called Professional Companiesﾔ who offer these $350.00 and under packages will use poor quality speakers or even bring their home stereo speakers to your event! They simply cannot afford to buy high-end or good quality speakers.
Versatile Sound
We use only top of the line speakers for the best sound quality. Versatile Sound never compromises with sound quality! Digital clear sound is what we provide using JBL & Yorkville Speakers.
Cheap Competition
They do not use speaker stands and put the speakers on chairs or even the ground.
Disadvantages ﾗ There wonﾒt be any proper sound for your guests because the sound will be directed right below their heads when dancing which means very poor sound quality. Also placing speakers on the ground or on chairs looks very tacky for events especially weddings.
Versatile Sound
We always use speaker stands for two reasons:
Good, proper height for good projection of sound.
Looks very nice and professional.
Cheap Competition
They do not use any type of light stands. They place the lights on the tables.
Disadvantages ﾗ People who will be dancing on the dance floor will be blinded by the light because of the light pointing from the bottom up. Again, this is very tacky looking for events especially weddings.
Versatile Sound
We always use light stands again for two reasons:
The lighting needs to at the proper height to get a nice light projection on the dance floor.
Also because it looks very professional and clean.
Cheap Competition
Fake DJﾒs - ﾓSo Called DJﾒsﾔ who just play a mix music CD, is not in fact a DJ. Most of those ﾓSo Called DJﾒsﾔ will claim they have so many years experience or they claim they have been spinning in clubs. More then likely that will be false. We have seen $350.00 and under companies play music that they recorded straight from the radio because they cannot afford to buy the latest music. We have also seen the same ﾓSo Called DJﾒsﾔ play someone elseﾒs mix CD that someone else had mixed and they stand there making like they are mixing the music.
Disadvantages ﾗ They will not be able to take requested music from your guests because their music is already preprogrammed with music that someone else mixed for them. Also, they will not be able to play the proper music for the proper crowds.
Versatile Sound
We have three qualified DJﾒs. First off, our DJﾒs not only have over 10 years of experience, but all of our DJﾒs work at local radio stations and do local club nights during the week. Not only do they mix the music live, but they will be able to play any guest requested music and play the right music for the right type of people on the dance floor. We are not going to be playing 50ﾒs & 60ﾒs music for a young type of crowd, nor will we play hip hop for an elder type of crowd. Our DJﾒs mix the right music for the right crowds. Now thatﾒs Professional at its best! You are paying us to entertain your crowd and thatﾒs exactly what we do! Thatﾒs where the experience comes into play and the Cheap Competition simply cannot do this.
Conclusion
Now that you have read some of the important details on hiring the right entertainment company, you can go out and shop for your entertainment. Donﾒt be afraid to ask questions when looking for a DJ. You can never ask too many questions! Please keep in mind that we are not saying that the most expensive DJ companies are the best oneﾒs because thatﾒs not true. But if you do your homework, you will find the best entertainment company within a reasonable budget.
Checkout Our website for all the fact and pics. www.versatilesound.com
Posted by VERSATILE SOUND on May 18, 2006 at 10:36 PM
What do you expect?
Hey there Future Brides and others. My name is Mone't Sykes, I am the owner of Back 2 Life Creations Located in Southern California. I enjoy learning everyday for people just like yourselves. If you have any questions, comments or answers to my questions then send me an e-mail located at the bottom of this page! Thanks
When looking for a photographer or even a company that can assist you with many needs for your wedding. What do most Brides look for? Amongst extensive research I have read that there is a fine line between price, quantity, experience, and quality.
There are many companies out there, and individuals who are self proclaimed photographers. Some show up to your wedding looking uninvited, interrupting ceremonies, rudeness and so forth.
1.When it comes to the price, I've read and seen that many choose which ever is highest because we as a society have somehow correlated high price with high quality. This is somewhat true with machinery, but people work a different way. At some point and time, there needs to be a break in the market where a company features budget friendly packages. "Why cant I get my pictures again? What?! I just paid for you to take the photos?". DONT FALL INTO THIS TRAP. If youﾒre working with a high priced photographer or a budget photographer, TAKE THE CONTRACT AND HAVE YOUR ATTORNEY, OR YOUR SMARTEST BESTEST FRIEND IN THE WORLD AND READ IT! Contracts are made to make little people feel extra dumb, especially when it comes to the technicalities with photography and what can be charged and what cant.
2. Quantity was a little higher because so many photography companies tend to charge you for your special day, even after you made your final installment. I suggest digital photography because its faster, and you get so much more for what you are truly paying for. Doesnﾒt it make sense? Todayﾒs technology allows us to upload digital photos online, print them out at home. Hey its not pro quality but Rite Aide can do the same as well. Check for multiple options. yea yea, everyone has based prices but there are ways to get what you really want without having to sacrifice price for quantity of YOURSELF!
3. Experience. This is a tricky one for me because who determines who is more experienced or not? Yea you worked in photography this and photography that for the last 20 years, but when was the last time you sat back and learned a new secret to photography? There is a bitty thing about the human race, we follow the pack and never know when to take the lead. I may not have taken "professional photos" for the past 20 years seriously but my competitive spirit doesnﾒt let those experienced guys appear better than what I have to offer. Traveling overseas, playing professional basketball, visiting every state of U.S.A and too many cities to name, ALL FOR FREE, and have the photos to back them up, I guess you can say I have been a pro for years! lol No seriously, itﾒs how the person carries them and how they deliver. Its hard to trust someone new, young and fresh, but imagine the capabilities they may have to offer that NO ONE ELSE IS!
4. Finally, Quality. This word makes be not buy products sometimes, just because itﾒs become so desensitized because everyone is using it. We use quality this, quality that. Well here I am an American, I feel everything in this great country has some quality, but its it truly the best? Not really. See quality ties into the word Price. Everywhere you look, someone that is pitching quality is slamming a hefty price to that tag. Why not genuine. how about unique, whatﾒs wrong with fresh? We stick to words and think of nothing else. I like to call my self genuinely unique. I truly believe the skills that I obtain naturally are priceless, and Iﾒm a giving sharing person. I enjoy taking " Quality" Photos but I cant live without the creative, unique and GENUINE look and feel I give to my photos.
Well Iﾒm sure your way to confused to think about anything else, but remember this one thing. Have it your way! If youﾒre trapped into one thing, canﾒt change another, then what are you truly paying for? To be slaved under someoneﾒs vision of how your wedding should be.
Just think about it... And thanks for checking out my blog...
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info@b2lcreations.com
Posted by BACK 2 LIFE CREATIONS on May 18, 2006 at 02:16 PM
May 16, 2006
Long Term Preservation of your Wedding Photography
Keeping your Wedding photos absolutely in pristine condition for centuries is possible with digital photography. If you are interested in long term preservation let us know and we will email instructions on how to do it. This makes it possible to pass family history down for generations to come. The same technique can be used with DVDﾒs if you have Videography of your wedding day. Prints look great for many years but will fade in about a generation. With digital you can make new prints fifty years later that will look brand new, or your descendants can print them centuries later and they will still look brand new.
Posted by NORTHWEST R/C PHOTOGRAPHY on May 16, 2006 at 10:24 PM
More Than Just Wedding Day Beauty
Hey, beautiful Brides-To-Be! Just a quick line to let you know that there is more to booking a great makeup artist/ hair stylist than just wedding day beauty. You want a wedding professional who is experienced with wedding timeframes, circumstances and deadlines. Someone who will work well and cooperate with your photographer and event coordinator. And someone who will make the morning-of a stress free and enjoyable time leading up to the most precious moment of your life! You also want on-location services and available assistants. No one wants to race to a salon along with 8 bridesmaids before their wedding, then race to the hotel to get dressed and then dash to the altar, exhausted! Hire a professional stylist who comes to your location and "handles" your beauty needs, someone who pampers you and takes the worry off of you. All you and your wedding party should have to worry about is what time you are to get in the chair and what color lipstick you should bring to touch up with! The rest is up to us!
May all your other wedding plans go so smoothly!
Natalie Buketov
NBK Makeup and Hair
(949) 500-8148
Posted by NATALIE BUKETOV MAKEUP & HAIR on May 16, 2006 at 04:34 PM
A piece of cake!
Whether you have a design in mind or want to recreate a masterpiece....choose Amuse Gourmet to design the wedding cake of your dreams!
Posted by AMUSE GOURMET, INC. on May 16, 2006 at 10:56 AM
Latest Edition of Bridal Guide
We subscribe to Brides and Bridal Guide, along with a host of other magazines and catalogs designed to help couples plan their perfect wedding. In the latest edition of Bridal Guide two advertisements caught my eye. First, I noticed that David's Bridal is now offering invitations. I checked out their selection and was delighted to see that many of the invitations they offer are also invitations we offer in our custom invitation collections. Second, I noticed an ad for a water company that offers custom labels for bottled water. That's a service we also provide.
Any of you who watch Oprah even occasionally have no doubt heard her lament about how so often brides focus way too much time, energy and money on planning the perfect wedding, and far too little time and energy on planning the perfect marriage. I tend to agree with Oprah, but I wonder how women planning their weddings in 2006 feel about it. I'd love to hear from some of you about what you envision for your marriage, your life after the wedding and honeymoon.
Posted by GETTING PERSONAL IMPRINTING on May 16, 2006 at 07:09 AM
In need of some extra money?
Weddings today can be expensive, especially if you want to make it the wedding of your dreams. Passion Parties offers women the opportunity to make some good money while working part time. We are currently running our "Feet On The Street" Special from now until the end of June. Through this special, you can start your business with an investment as small as $100.00. I normally make anywhere from $200 to $500 profit per party I do. That's making about $50 - $125 per hour, and to me, that's good money. Of course each consultant is different, but if you could use the extra $200 a month by working 1 night a week, maybe this could be an option for you. If your interested, check out my website, or give me a call, and we discuss if this would work for you.
Posted by HAWAIIAN PASSIONS on May 16, 2006 at 01:45 AM
May 15, 2006
Great Clients...
I have the best clients. It's true. You know all the Bridezilla stuff?... I have never seen it. Why? Well, I think it's a combination of things. I listen... it's important that the couple feels like their vendors are aware of their concerns. I also believe that there is nothing that can't be handled if communication is there. Contacting my clients in a timely manner, keeping my word about delievery of proofs, basically doing what I say I will do is as important to me as taking great photos.
Saturday night the groom took my hand while I was taking photos on the dance floor and gave me a spin around the floor, the Bride was ever helpful in making sure that I had what I needed before the day began. We had a wonderful time. Great people, Great day...I can't thank them enough for making it such a wonderful night.
Posted by TASHA - PHOTOGRAPHER on May 15, 2006 at 07:20 PM
JAZZ UNLIMITED BAND
We want to thank all the Brides that have contacted the Jazz Unlimited Band. We are so glad we were able to help so many Brides with their music for the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception, as well as special music and special song selections.
We will do everthing we can to help you make the right musical choices in size of band, instrumentation and music selections at
affordable prices. All performed by Jazz Unlimited Band musicans and vocalists.
Thanks again for letting us help you.
We specialize in Weddings, that's what we do.
Best Wishes,
Duane M. Wright
Jazz Unlimited Band.
Call Toll Free: 1-86-337-2111
Posted by JAZZ UNLIMITED BAND on May 15, 2006 at 12:54 PM
Online Ordering Now Available
Order all your Carlson Craft invitations online, through our website. You'll still get our standard 30% discount on invitations.
Posted by GETTING PERSONAL IMPRINTING on May 15, 2006 at 09:14 AM
Custom Programs, Menus, Table No. Cards, Seating Cards
Saturday, a week ago, we met with a client who needed 300 programs, foil stamped, and insert sheets, ribbons purchased, tied, two tent fold over menu layered double layered with two colors of cardstock for each of 35 tables, table number cards, and double layered calligraphies placecards. The menus are also being ribboned with bows. WHEW! And, we got two and a half weeks to get the job done.
Is it possible? Yes, and we went right to work on it. The work is higher end, and over the top, and because the bride had completed the texts, this was the beginning of a design by piece by piece till we fine tuned it creation.
Is it possible to do something like this on imported stock that is among the highest priced in the business on the cheap. Of course, not.
When you want the best, you may purchase it, and the price pretty much comes with lots of time put in by our design and production and planning teams, and our diplomatic owner and marketing chief.
You see. Almost nothing is IMPOSSIBLE when there is a given plan.
The bride had seen another bride's wedding invitations, and knew that we could provide what she wanted because we had very highly pleased a friend of hers.
These items can be created in matching stocks so that gives the entire ceremony and reception items a cohesive look.
We are having so much fun with this, and making one very happy bride delighted with the results.
All items will be shipped by UPS overnight or two day air express to another destination. More on shipping and how we execute these items later.
Mrs. L.
Posted by on May 15, 2006 at 01:35 AM
May 14, 2006
Need a break from wedding planning?
I want to help you have a FUN and unique time with your friends! Your invitations will even be supplied and filled in (& mailed, if needed)! I love what I do, and want to help you earn free products that will help add some "oomph" to your honeymoon and marriage. There are some awesome incentives for having a party prior to your June or July wedding...contact me for more information or visit my website! I look forward to talking with you!
Posted by TAMPA PASSION DIVA - PASSION PARTIES on May 14, 2006 at 06:14 PM
May 11, 2006
WE'RE NOW ON THE OUTER ISLANDS
I'm happy to inform our new brides that Passion Parties has expanded to the outer islands. As our company grows statewide, we are able to service the women who seek confidential purchases of relationship enhancing products.
If you'd like more information about products, hosting a party, receiving free products and/or becoming a consultant, please call me at (808)779-0307 or toll free at (877)250-LOVE!
Can't wait to hear from you.
Posted by PASSION PARTIES BY JOELY on May 11, 2006 at 05:08 AM
May 10, 2006
How Does the DJ Affect the Reception
One of the questions that I am often asked is " how does the disc jockey affect the wedding reception?"
Well, it is important to note that the people who are attending the reception are expecting certain "events" to occur. Among these are the first dance, the cutting of the cake and the garter toss. Many who attend the reception are waiting for these events to be conducted so that they can bid you a pleasant "good-bye" and get on their way.
The DC/MC is important because it is really his/her job to make sure that the events are conducted in a timely and fun manner.
Posted by OMNIMUSIC on May 10, 2006 at 03:21 PM
May 9, 2006
Feel The Love
Great News!!
Our webmaster has attached our new streaming media demo. This five-minute video takes quick takes of some of our work, and will help you to get to know us. Just go to www.johnsonvideo.com and click on the "Weddings and Receptions" link. Then you will find the download link on the left side of this page.
You can see from our "Customer Comments" link that we love what we do, and love telling wedding stories.
Check us out and then give us a call.
Blessings for peaceful and happy wedding planning,
Leon Johnson
Johnson Video Productions
www.johnsonvideo.com
Puyallup, WA
Posted by JOHNSON VIDEO PRODUCTIONS on May 9, 2006 at 06:52 PM
Put fun into planning your wedding.
Dear Brides, As a Life Coach I support individuals in creating their ideal life. Here is an activity you can do that will bring the power of creativity and visualization into the process of planning and creating your wedding.
Create a collage, I call it a Treasure Map, of your ideal wedding experience. Collect images and words from magazines or brochures that reflect the 'essence' of the wedding you want to create. Some examples: pictures/words that evoke joy, or reverence, or celebration; pictures/words of scenery that reflect the locale of your wedding ceremony or honeymoom; pictures/words of the the seaons for your wedding; pictures/words that reflect the style of your wedding. Make this Treasure Map as big or small, as simple or complex as you like. Display the Treasure Map where you will see it everyday. Allow it to inspire you.
I create a Treasure Map every year reflecting my goals, themes, and dreams I have set out for myself. I am always amazed at how many of my goals AND dreams get accomplished.
Best wishes on creating the wedding of your dreams. Cathy Rivers, Certified Professional Coach and Independent Associate for Isagenix
Posted by ISAGENIX on May 9, 2006 at 10:50 AM
God's Word
Godﾒs Word is a non-profit family oriented Christian organization providing counseling and educational services to individuals and families seeking advocacy and intervention in accordance with Godﾒs word.
Pre-marital Counseling Available
Posted by GOD'S WORD on May 9, 2006 at 10:17 AM
A Day to Remember
Free 11X14 Candid Pose*
When two become one, let it be forever. We will be there for your special day & bring lasting memories
Contact us today and get started planning that special day to remember.
*All brides go with one of our packages, you will get one free 11X14 of your favorite candid pose. Any Bridal, Senior or Family Package is 10% off.
Posted by CREATIVE VILLAGE COLLECTION on May 9, 2006 at 07:12 AM
May 8, 2006
Great Resource for Snohomish County Brides
We are fortunate to be a part of an association of small businesses all dedicated to making sure your wedding turns out just as perfect as you imagined. Check out the group's website, www.CascadeCelebrations.com for more details and bookmark the site because as the organization grows so will our services!
Posted by GETTING PERSONAL IMPRINTING on May 8, 2006 at 07:05 PM
Body Balance class May 17th
As you have read, I am "Lighten Up" even more as the days go by toward summer. I am planning a Body Balance program at the Bridal Clearance Center at the Pickie Needle for May 17th at 7:30 to 8:30 pm. Come on in to sample the shake & the Rev up for extra energy. Everyone gets a Rev sample to take home for the next day's energy lift. Let me know if you can make it. It's inexpensive & it works even on cellulite. Yeah. You'll be "Fit to be Tied" bring your friends.
Call Elaine 360.659.2968
Posted by BRIDAL CLEARANCE CENTER AT THE PICKIE NEEDLE on May 8, 2006 at 06:30 PM
its all about Energy...
This weekend was wonderful... had three weddings and each one of them so different. Oh there are many things the same, there are flowers, beautiful gowns and of course cake, but what sets them all apart from each other is energy.
One wedding was small, with an emphasis on their connection to their church. The next was larger, in a romantic setting and there was an intimate quiet to the day. The last wedding was the largest of the three, with a focus on the total joy of friends and family being together.
When photographing such diverse weddings it is so important that I am sensitive to the feel of the couple. In creating their photos I never push, I do not want them to feel manipulated into poses and expressions that are not authentic. I believe in guiding them to the right moment. To set up trust and let them know that their well being is as important to me as getting the right moment. If a couple gets tired I want them to take a break, yes I know every thing is on a tight deadline (and I have not missed one!), but if you are tired it shows, and this is your wedding day. To enjoy each moment is what it is all about.
So what is your energy? Will it be romantic; will you wear your heart on your sleeve? Will you be shyer, maybe a little quiet? Will your energy be big, boisterous with unabashed emotion? Whatever your emotion... let it show... and have fun. You do that and I promise you, your photos will sing.
Posted by TASHA - PHOTOGRAPHER on May 8, 2006 at 05:50 PM
preservation care for the summer
Hi everyone, Susan from Lasting Keepsakes in Las Vegas, NV!! Its summer time and I thought that I would give you some good tips on how to take care of your bouquet when the heat rises!!
Here in Las Vegas it gets HOT so we make sure our brides take some precautions to keep their bouquet looking 100%.
1. If you want to preserve your bouquet, try to make arrangements before your big day. That way, we can be at your reception or there when you are ready to set your bouquet down.
2. Have a vase with some water handy to put your bouquet in to keep it as hydrated as possible during the reception.
3. If by chance you will not be getting your bouquet preserved right away and are taking it home, make sure you do two things. If you have a cascade or flowers in oasis(that is the foam that the flowers are in)give it some water,then put it in your fridge *but not too cold*. If your bouquet is a handheld bouquet-cut off the end of stems-put them in a vase with water and put them in the fridge*not too cold*.Call us right away and we will be there to pick up free of charge. Have fun this summer!
Cheers from Vegas!
Susan
Lasting Keepsakes
702-657-1649
www.lastingkeepsakes.com
Posted by LASTING KEEPSAKES on May 8, 2006 at 04:07 PM
PASSION PARTIES ON THE TYRA BANKS SHOW
This past Friday, Passion Parties was featured on the Tyra Banks show. One day, we may make it to Oprah! The point is that itﾒs finally coming out in the mainstream that women are looking for help in the bedroom. Our products enhance relationships and our parties are where you can try these products. They can be tailored from romantic moments to a wild girlﾒs night in. And theyﾒre the best alternative to the regular old bridal shower. Your friends will thank you for yearsﾅand so will your mate!
Want A Little? Place An Order!
Want A Lot? Host A Party!
Want It All? Become A Consultant!
Ask Me How........
Are you one of the thousands of women looking for an opportunity to change your life? The "More Feet on the Street" promotion makes it the perfect time to make a difference in your life!
"More Feet on the Street" is designed to help new consultants by
offering the full 40% buying discount for those who purchase either the Romantic Moments or Passion Fantasies Passion Pac #1.
Imagine the Opportunity to Earn...
Up to 40% profit on your retail sales!
Monthly CASH Bonuses, Commission Checks, and Car Allowance!
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Posted by PASSION PARTIES - JEANNETTE GIBBS on May 8, 2006 at 03:34 AM
May 7, 2006
Design Staff meetings; When I meet with a client
I always start with an interview. In five minutes, you know it there is going to be good collaboration. Having been in this business for 12 years with Lilley Printing, and doing my private work, I know that when a client meets with me, it is because of my and our reputation.
The first meeting is about seeing if the trust is there. I tell the client, "we are going to make this fun."
There are things I am going to need to know about you, your personality, your concepts, and if you are not sure about what it is you want,what I am going to do, is make this all about you and everything YOU LIKE. And, I will lead you in the path of discovering you in print as I get to know you.
Remember, fun, it is love thing. I love seeing it come together for you.
Remember, we are going to get this right. And, FUN. We are not looking for a cure for a health issue, this is something that "man" created, and we are going to create together.
The biggest mistake I see people making when doing their invitations themselves is not getting the typesetting and printing done well. That is why I am happy to do this with Lilley Printing to make it happen your way. And, then assembly. Professional assembly training services are part of what I offer to you so you can save that budget for other items.
Whether you use that budget toward a custom program or other items, like menus and seating cards, or table tent cards, the plan is to use every design dollar to fulfilling your dreams.
We will be writing more about what to expect when you meet with us. We hope that this will help us get better acquainted with you and have you know and understand us.
Again, our work is about giving love to you from us in beautiful work.
Rebecca and Mrs. L.
Posted by on May 7, 2006 at 07:49 AM
May 6, 2006
DIY - WOH
Yes.....YOU CAN! do it yourself with our help!!!!!
The first step we take is to listen to your needs! The second is that we are not threatened by your desire to make these items yourselves.
Third, we will help you do it, and do it professionally!
Fourth, how would you feel if you found out that your invitations that are 'hand made" were being printed on an inkjet printer. A larger advertiser is doing that, and calling it letterpress.
This is no laughing matter! Not when an expert in printing can tell the difference.
So...NO...we don't expect you to be able to tell the difference, and maybe this does not matter to you.....flat printing looks like flat printing to you. Of course, it costs a little mroe to print with an offset press...using actual metal plates made from negatives...not the paper counterfeits.
Of course, it will take a little more time.
Our latest design is incredible and will be posted before long on our site. It is an incredible design from a formula our designer determined from reading the Da Vinci Code. Yes, our designers are that good. Each of these designs is our intellectual property alone.
She designs for us, and our advertising guru, a former executive from The Wall Street Journal, does our writing, and our product marketing manager plans with our designer to bring you the finest work in paper and ink and wording and typgraphic design we can possibly offer.
We will create "your vision" from "your personal appointment" and you can pick up the cut and printed pieces, and receive a walk through the process appointment to do it yourself.
You will save tons of money on your invitations and have fun in the process with your family and friends.
Our designer will meet with you, yourself here, and demonstrate, or for a reasonable fee make an appointment with you on location to walk your detail staff through the process several times to give you the professional results your invitations deserve.
We so look forward to sharing this experience of creating with you for your wedding.
Mrs. L.
314-752-7092
Posted by on May 6, 2006 at 09:57 AM
PERSONALIZED ATTENTION
This is an absolute must!
Your invitations are a high priority for your wedding day, and deserve the best one on one attention with experts.
Lilley Printing has 80 years of family service to the bridal community of Saint Louis and our own personal graphics and creative and production staff to serve you.
We create and make an appointment to meet with you individually to meet your needs, we listen, and we respond, and we take in all of what is important for you to have the experience of you and your groom in paper and print.
For additional personalized attention, we have been addressing Saint Louis Brides' invitations as a gracious free service for over ten years because we love what we do, and making invitations look beautiful for you....
It's a love thing with us...
Mrs. L
314-752-7092
Posted by on May 6, 2006 at 08:35 AM
Was that your company on TV??
This past week, Passion Parties, Inc. appeared on the national talk show, The Tyra Banks Show. Tyra Banks described how an ordinary stay-at-home mom, made extraordinary money selling romantic and sensual products at in-home parties. This was great exposure for our company!!
You may have also seen our company a few week ago, in the local MidWeek newspaper. The newspaper article did an excellent job, explaining how much fun these parties were, and how much money a consultant could possibly make.
Passion Parties is for everyone. If you are interested in having a "different" type of party, but you're worried if your conservative friends could handle a Passion Party, don't worry, they can. FROM THE WILD TO THE MILD, Passion Party has something for everyone. If you're interested, we can also do a ROMANCE ONLY Party!
Everyone is always looking for extra money. Why not make the money and have the fun that you deserve, become a Passion Parties Consultant. I'm always looking for people to join my expanding team. Why not join a company, dedicated to educating women on ways to enhance their relationships and helping women become successful with their business! For more information, visit my website @ www.passionpartiesbyjoely.com or call me at (877)250-LOVE.
Look forward to hearing from you soon.
Posted by PASSION PARTIES BY JOELY on May 6, 2006 at 02:21 AM
May 5, 2006
Can I really plan a wedding in a month?
With today's technology, and the increasing number of wedding professionals today, the answer is yes, in fact, there are some people that fall in love with the islands and decide to get married while here on vacation.
The most difficult process is making decisions, sometimes with shorter lead times, that becomes easier because you don't keep toggling back and forth with ideas.
The most important thing to remember is that it is YOUR wedding and you make it what you want it to be, and to truly absorb and enjoy the day!
Posted by HAWAII WEDDINGS AND EVENTS on May 5, 2006 at 03:10 PM
May 4, 2006
HE LEARNED ABOUT SEX FROM WHERE?
Think about itﾅdid anyone sit you down and explain to you about sex, what it entails and how to be good at it? You may have learned from a friend, by reading romance novels or watching a movie. If we only knew then what we know nowﾅ
So where did he learn about sex from? Porn and his 13 year old buddy (who also watched porn). Iﾒm not saying itﾒs a bad thing, but thatﾒs what he learned ﾖ genital-based pleasure. Porn focuses on the genitals, ignoring others erogenous areas like your neck and behind your knees. And letﾒs be honest ﾖ when was the last time he dove in and you had an organism on the spot? If that were the case, Iﾒd be out of business.
For your wedding night, take the lead and plan something special. Focus on other parts of your bodies ﾖ massaging the skin is a great way of communicating through touch. Need some help, give me a call! In the meantime, be patient! Heﾒs only doing what he knows, but he is all ears for your suggestionsﾅhe can only pleasure you if you tell him what to do!
Ladies ﾖ if your partner is a female, consider yourself fortunate since women usually know what other women want!!!
Posted by PASSION PARTIES - JEANNETTE GIBBS on May 4, 2006 at 04:10 PM
May 3, 2006
Kick it up a notch with the invitation docs!
Have you purchased invitations and wish you had chosen a liner for your envelopes? Did you decide you need a map and direction/accommodation card? And, now that you have them in your hands, does that calligraphy pen set you bought seem to want to do its own thing in your right hand?
Well, we can make it all better. First off, we will design a liner with your personal logo or monogram or personalized names and a motif if you like or use a symbol of something dear to your relationship.
Secondly, if you require a map, we can design a beautiful map to match the ensemble's paper you have in hand, and most probably match the font and color of ink as well on the map if you require it.
Thirdly, to customize the envelopes and save you valuable time, we will address your invitation envelopes for you?
And, while the addressing is going on, we will print your maps.
When you pick them up, they are ready for mailing, and if you desire, you may have us stuff them, and stamp them, and you may pick them up ready to go, with the extras all boxed for anyone whom you may wish to add to your list.
How great is that! You get a customized look to formal wear house invites or mail order printing and you have less work to do.
Additionally, if these steps are done, you may wish to select from our ceremony and reception items from Beverly Clark and think about a custom program.
Take a look at our photogallery to see new designs as well as samples of maps and wedding programs we have designed!
Let's keep it fun even if looking at these boxes of printed stock that are not quite ready to go out in the mail.
Just make an appointment, and bring your printed matter to us, or a sample so that we can begin the process.
Etiquette guidelines are provided for your convenience and ease in getting these tasks completed by our calligrapher as soon as possible.
Rush orders require an extra fee.
Call us today for any assistance you may need to top off your invitations with finishing touches by us.
Mrs. L.
314-752-7092
Posted by on May 3, 2006 at 05:15 PM
Body Balance Photos tomorrow
Wonderful things are still happening to me on the Kenzen Body Balance program. I just measured today & totalled the inches lost, from bust, waist, hips, thigh, & calfs --- 10.5" in 5 weeks. Amazing, I know, but you will see from the photos I will upload in the morning (if I can be computer smart). Wednesday, May 3rd at The Bridal Clearance Center will be another Body Balance party, 7:30 pm, stop by & taste the shakes & energy drink, Rev Up. Bunches of energy from that drink & tastes good to.
Also, Tuesday,May 9th at the Evergreen Fairgrounds in Monroe, 7:30 pm.
Plus, mention that you read my blog & get 50% off any jewelry purchase at the Bridal Clearance Center. Just think, if your wedding is 90 days away, with the Body Balance you could be 2 sizes smaller.
Posted by BRIDAL CLEARANCE CENTER AT THE PICKIE NEEDLE on May 3, 2006 at 02:08 AM
May 2, 2006
Is planning your honeymoon making you crazy?
Have you even thought about planning your honeymoon? Where to go, what to do, how to pay for it and all with the other stress of planning your wedding. ACK! As a person who honeymooned with no pre-made reservations and ended up spending my wedding night IN THE CAR because all the hotels in Washington were full in beautiful late July, I can definitely sympathize. One of the coolest things we give out at Bridal Shows is a Honeymoon Planning Guide that has a timeline to help you decide where to go, get your reservations made and then be packed and ready without last minute stress on the Big Day. We also have a bridal registry service to let your guests help you pay for it once you've decided where you want to go. If you'd like us to send you one of our Honeymoon Planning Guides, just hit our website and shoot us an e-mail. The website is www.travelcenter4u.com and from there you can get an e-mail contact for whichever of our 8 branches is closest to you.
Posted by CARLSON WAGONLIT TRAVEL on May 2, 2006 at 10:39 AM
Great Bridal Showers!
Instead of spending hours registering for gifts at a department store, invite all your friends to your house and host a Private Quarters Party. When you host a Private Quarters Party for your bridal shower, your friends and family can shop for everything right there in your own home. We have samples of the fine linens we offer for your bedroom as well as your bathroom. We also offer spa products to pamper you. As the hostess, you will receive a percentage of party sales in free products of your choice and can choose other products at half-price. This is the new thing in bridal showers, book your Private Quarters Party today! Visit www.myprivatequarters.com for more information. If you are in the Las Vegas area please contact Lori Perry at (702) 821-5854 or e-mail me at LoriPQ@gmail.com
Posted by PRIVATE QUARTERS on May 2, 2006 at 08:53 AM
I have a blog!?
Wow, I guess the current trends are really spreading fast on the internet!
So I'll add my 2 cents about how I think my images work for my couples.
"Wear your smile" ﾖ When you are getting dressed to go out you know what looks good on you and you look in the mirror to make sure. You can do the same for your smile! If you donﾒt like your smile take some time to check it out in the mirror like you do when you are getting dressed!
I work with many first time models, coaching guys and girls a like on how to be in front of a camera. This is exactly what I tell them to help teach them get better headshots. When either couples of models ask me how to give better smiles this is what I always tell them.
The best smiles come from laughter so laugh at your self in the mirror and few times and see what you like. Have someone make you laugh if it helps or make it a fun thing to do with your wedding party! Nothing like a bunch of grown people making faces and laughing in front of a small mirror! If anything it should be fun! Eventually you will find something you and or your posse likes and the more you practice it the more you will remember how your face feels.
And remember folks, I'm also a member! lol I know this works because being the kind of picky person I am about things I hated my first senior portraits in high school. The next day I made an appointment with a photographer I liked and practiced for 2 hours the night before (I'm a bit excessive sometimes, so I don't know if you need a whole 2 hour. What can I say, I love alone but shop at Costco) and had great results the second time around!
Iﾒll write more when I get a chance, but feel free to contact me if you have any questions, aloha everyone!
~Kris Labang
Posted by ON 3 PHOTOGRAPHY on May 2, 2006 at 04:47 AM
May 1, 2006
Can't my Cousin be my DJ?
I often get asked questions like "why should I pay for a professional disc jockey when my cousin/freind/brother is an aspiring DJ?" "He can do the job for half the cost!"
To this I say, you are spending a great deal of money trying to make everything PERFECT on YOUR DAY? Why ruin the whole thing by scrimping on the entertainment for the reception. There really is a professional skill involved in getting the whole crowd at the recption involved in the party!
A non professional DJ will only play the music he/she knows which could be exclusively hard core rap music! Don't be penny wise and sorry!
Posted by OMNIMUSIC on May 1, 2006 at 11:47 PM
Stationery Accompaniments
Happy the month of May!
Today, we would love to tell you about how we love doing what we do.....
We regularly help brides DIY....or our words...design it yourself, and then DIY....woh (with our help.
So, now that your invitations are in the mail, what's next?????
....well, on our redesigned website that is about to be launched with more than 50 pages coming up, you will see a wonderful section on these other items, and more information on wedding accessories for the ceremony and reception from the Beverly Clark collection alone.
We will feature regular tips on wedding favor boxes that you can make your own, or we will custom design for you.....so...now, more on accompaniments.
We are covering wedding programs on its own page on our redesigned site......with we promise almost everything you need to know, and more info to help you with your wedding plans and even how to deal with the stress factors of wedding planning.
So...PROGRAMS. May be designed with cardstock from your wedding invitations and they may also use colors from your bridesmaids dresses, etc. and thus become part of the decorations as well as provide the order of service for your ceremony.
THen, we go ahead with place cards and seating cards, and here we recommend the same color stock.....or cards for pewter chair holders or other frames, etc. We also recommend for regular cards, oversize and calligraphy addresing these on both sides so that guests at a table who do NOT know one another, can easily learn the names and then, pick up their relationship to you both.
TABLE TENT CARDS: Can be names of places or events important to a couple, and are printed on both sides so that guests around the table can see their table number or theme associated with their seating card
MENUS:
Can be any size with the same or co-ordinating cardstock or layers of paper and ribbons in an oversize menu, and are usually placed on each plate.
Guest Itineraries:
Are usually done for each day of events, and a map is included...say, on the back of one, for each event and location. We often ship these to the florist for gift baskets for each guest's room to be put in their hotel rooms.
This is only a portion of the information available to you for paper needs besides invitations and maps.
Please feel free to write to Mrs. L. at judy@lilleyprinting.com for any questions on these or other items you may require.
When we can purchase a larger amount of cardstock and interestingly personalize each item required in your invitation or favorite other fonts, we have made a color co-ordinated information oriented organizational plan for the needs for your guests on your wedding day.....
One more item we have designed:
Complimentary Valet Parking Tickets
when parking is paid for in the price of each guest's meal. Include them when mailing your invitations, AND, print extras for a basket at the reception for guests who left theirs at home.
Mrs. L
314-752-7092
Posted by on May 1, 2006 at 05:17 PM
Imprinted Ribbons may be the perfect last touch
If you have everything planned for your wedding, but you think you might be missing one element to put the perfect finishing touch on your day - consider imprinted ribbon. We can imprint ribbon to layer on your wedding cake, to tie on favors, to complement flower displays or to add anywhere you want. Contact us for details on this pretty and inexpensive way to add a special touch to your special day.
Posted by GETTING PERSONAL IMPRINTING on May 1, 2006 at 10:44 AM
