One of the most precious of all metals, platinum is often mistakenly thought to be a relative new type of precious metal. In reality, ancient Egyptians used platinum in their decorations in about 700 BC and in South Africa, where it is often thought to be highly available, was alloyed with gold in 100 BC. However, it wasn’t until about 1700 that it was recognized as a separate element and today, platinum engagement rings are some of the most expensive on the market. In its natural form, plati
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Are you enamoured with Butterflies? Does your wedding invitation include a beautiful Butterfly brooch? Then we think we have an idea for you! Why not decorate the cocktail area with as many of these Butterfly Candles as you can. Because they are floating candles, you could think of a thousand different ways to display them. The good news is that they only last up to 45 minutes - just in time for the guests to be seated. Each floating butterfly candle is hand painted in painstaking detail and wi
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It’s your wedding day and your fate is set in the stars. Add a twist to the festivities and give your guests and unexpected lucky fate. Hand out these Personalized Fortune Cookies to your guests during the reception or as they depart for the evening. Think of all the fun you and your bridesmaids will have thinking up the fortunes that will go inside. Each fortune cookies can include 3 lines of text so let your imagination run wild. These Personalized Fortune Cookies are made from the finest ing
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Welcome to the Chapel of the Flowers Blog!! My name is Marianne, and I will be sharing stories of interesting events and situations here at the Chapel, both during the ceremony and the planning process. I will do my best to share with you anything that might be helpful for you while planning this very special occasion. I am so excited to be able to share with you the funny, exciting, and heartwarming stories of couples and situations here at the Chapel! We arguably have the best couples in the w
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Etiquette: You’d better be a good guest - Lansing State Journal February 1st, 2008 Read the rest of this entry » Tags: nuptial rite Filed under: wedding etiquette | Comment (0)
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With three weeks until the Professional Wedding Planners Conference in Toronto, Canada, there are a scant five spaces left until it is sold out. The weekend conference will take place at the Novotel in downtown, Toronto, on February 23 & 24, 2008. Among the many presentations and seminars, attendees will be transported to a special design seminar by Preston Bailey. The Wedding Marketing Network’s own, Andy Ebon, will be giving the keynote presentation and a seminar on website usability.
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Get this issue…and who do you think was the featured diva in the latest Riviera Interiors Magazine? Hah! Harmony Walton in a full, two-page spread (with a spotlight on Cody!) The magazine touched on her family’s history in the Rancho Santa Fe area, but the real spotlight focus is on the major accomplishments this talented lady has pulled together with class and style to create the country’s premier Wedding Event Resource which treats all people like special celebrities, and all celebriti
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Nothing is quite as fun or as stressful as planning a really big party, and your wedding reception is one of the biggest parties that you will ever have. One of the concepts that most people bring into their wedding day is that the ceremony is for the bride and groom (although all are invited and encouraged to bear witness) but it is the reception that is going to stand out in the minds of the guests. With this in mind, it is clear why it is important to have a good idea when it comes to what
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What’s not to love about these gorgeous invitations? David’s Bridal Love Knot invitations come in 22 ribbon colors, 24 ink colors, and 17 envelope lining colors and patterns. Add deckle edges, custom printing, and matching response cards, and you’ve got an exceptional invitation that is unmatched in its beauty.  
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What is a rehearsal dinner? A rehearsal dinner is traditionally an informal meal for the wedding party after the wedding rehearsal the night before the ceremony. It’s a chance for the bride and groom to thank everyone involved in their upcoming big day as well as an opportunity for the wedding party to get better acquainted. Customarily the groom’s parents host the rehearsal dinner and include the couple when planning it. Planning the event details and choosing the invitations can provide an
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