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Wedding planning, co-ordination and venue styling in Berkshire, UKSugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.comBlogger88125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-12525399949923634102011-04-15T03:07:00.000+01:002011-04-15T09:54:22.239+01:00Keeping Your Guests Informed On the Day<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/SKL1qoifwjI/AAAAAAAAAIs/lL2W1yMMgP8/s1600-h/program+n+chair-jennifer-carrol.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5234015829743354418" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/SKL1qoifwjI/AAAAAAAAAIs/lL2W1yMMgP8/s400/program+n+chair-jennifer-carrol.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:arial;">Whether you are having a civil or a religious ceremony, by providing your guests with an 'Order of Service', an 'Order of the Day' or a 'Wedding Programme', you can ensure everyone will know what to expect to help the day to flow smoothly.</span>
<div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5234015522578049506" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/SKL1YwQlKeI/AAAAAAAAAIk/Ka2Z2NSq5BQ/s400/Program1.gif" border="0" /> From a simple service summary to a full programme, there are a range of design options- scrolls, a single sheet of card, a booklet, information on a fan… the list is endless and all are great ways to fit in with your wedding style and personalise your ceremony.
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<div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">They can help your guests follow the ceremony, understand cultural traditions and also become familiar with your bridal party; they serve as a wonderful keepsake too.</span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;">When greeting guests your ushers can hand these out, or try placing them on the back of each chair. This is a pretty way to display them whilst adding a touch of color to your ceremony decor. </span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">The content can be as brief or extensive as you’d like, here is a general guideline of what can be included:</span></div><div>
<span style="font-family:arial;"><blockquote><strong><span style="font-family:arial;">The cover</span>
</strong><span style="font-family:arial;">Both of your names
Ceremony venue
Date</span>
<span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Wedding Party
</strong>Both sets of parents
Best Man
Chief Bridesmaid
Ushers
Bridesmaids
Readers
Musician
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<span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>The Ceremony
</strong>S</span><span style="font-family:arial;">ongs – list the titles and singer / composer listed
</span><span style="font-family:arial;">Readings (mention titles)
</span><span style="font-family:arial;">Order for vows, exchange of the rings and pronouncement</span>
<span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Optional
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<span style="font-family:arial;">Explanation of traditions (religious, cultural, family, etc.)
</span><span style="font-family:arial;">Thank you message
</span><span style="font-family:arial;">Schedule of the day
</span><span style="font-family:arial;">Table seating plan
</span><span style="font-family:arial;">Wedding breakfast menu</span>
</blockquote></span></div><div><em><span style="font-size:85%;color:#666666;">Picture credits: 1- Jenifer Carrol, 2- Cherry Gorgeous, 3- reader contribution</span></em></div></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-90821714585589577012011-03-21T08:00:00.000+00:002011-03-21T13:39:00.286+00:00DIY: Paper Flower Escort Cards / Name Settings<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/Scj0tKK7dHI/AAAAAAAAA2s/jynOeoD1N9k/s1600-h/Nella+1.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316768416772355186" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/Scj0tKK7dHI/AAAAAAAAA2s/jynOeoD1N9k/s400/Nella+1.JPG" border="0" /></a>
<div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/Scj0STAdEJI/AAAAAAAAA2k/7k7pBQOJ9lY/s1600-h/Nella+1.JPG"></a><span style="font-family:arial;">Nella from <a href="http://www.lostmykitty.etsy.com/">www.lostmykitty.etsy.com</a> has generously shared more of her creative DIY wisdom with us in the form of these delicate paper flowers to use as escort cards or name settings. </span></div><div><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span> </div><div><span style="font-family:Arial;">They are such a pretty decoration, I am planning on giving these a go over the weekend- would love to see yours if you try them to. Have fun! xxx</span></div><div><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span> </div><div><span style="font-family:Arial;"><em>And over to Nella....</em></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>What you will need:</strong></span>
<ul><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Craft paper 4” square</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;">Fabric leaves 2”</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;">Skeleton Leaves 2”</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;">Adhesive Glue</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;">Scissors</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;">Needle and Thread</span></li></ul>
<p><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Instructions:</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Step 1:</strong> Draw a spiral on a 4 inch square. I’ve used 90 weight paper purchased at Jarrold’s though regular coloured craft paper would work equally well.</span></p>
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/Scj0PX2hNlI/AAAAAAAAA2c/1qeczbh9DPE/s1600-h/Nella+2.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316767905048770130" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/Scj0PX2hNlI/AAAAAAAAA2c/1qeczbh9DPE/s320/Nella+2.JPG" border="0" /></a>
<span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Step 2:</strong> Cut out the spiral along the lines you’ve drawn. If you’re really clever, cut out the spiral freehand. It will keep you from hunting down an eraser as I forced my husband to do for me.</span>
<div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/Scj0AKs0XAI/AAAAAAAAA2U/M_dMfneiKKI/s1600-h/Nella+3.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316767643820383234" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 241px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/Scj0AKs0XAI/AAAAAAAAA2U/M_dMfneiKKI/s320/Nella+3.JPG" border="0" /></a>
<span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Step 3:</strong> Roll the spiral from the outside.</span>
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<strong>Step 4:</strong> Use a spot of adhesive to glue the body of the flower onto the round bit left.
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<div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/ScjzrWniQuI/AAAAAAAAA18/pCQm_JHNFwQ/s1600-h/Nella+5.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316767286242198242" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 194px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/ScjzrWniQuI/AAAAAAAAA18/pCQm_JHNFwQ/s320/Nella+5.JPG" border="0" /></a>
Now you’re finished with the flower!
<div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/Scjzowye_AI/AAAAAAAAA10/jN4wCTWzg08/s1600-h/Nella+6.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316767241727835138" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 274px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/Scjzowye_AI/AAAAAAAAA10/jN4wCTWzg08/s320/Nella+6.JPG" border="0" /></a>
<strong>Step 5:</strong> Use a pencil to faintly write your guests’ names in a pretty cursive. I’ve used pen for emphasis and don’t forget the table number for escort cards.
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<div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/ScjzUfceUVI/AAAAAAAAA1U/E69WDUlIzME/s1600-h/Nella+7.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316766893474730322" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 206px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/ScjzUfceUVI/AAAAAAAAA1U/E69WDUlIzME/s320/Nella+7.JPG" border="0" /></a> </div>
<div><strong>Step 6:</strong> Follow the lines using small stitches. You could also use paper if you are not so keen on sewing.
<div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/ScjzRNeIRjI/AAAAAAAAA1M/3ZWi3Znpr0g/s1600-h/Nella+8.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316766837110228530" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/ScjzRNeIRjI/AAAAAAAAA1M/3ZWi3Znpr0g/s320/Nella+8.JPG" border="0" /></a><strong>Step 7:</strong> Attach the skeleton leaf and your personalised leaf to the flower.
<div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/ScjzOYli-bI/AAAAAAAAA1E/d4cqUdjMAxI/s1600-h/Nella+9.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316766788554521010" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/ScjzOYli-bI/AAAAAAAAA1E/d4cqUdjMAxI/s320/Nella+9.JPG" border="0" /></a>Martha Stewart may be able to make 100 of these in 15 minutes but for us mere mortals make a party of it with a bottle of champagne and a few friends – nothing like the promise of food and a mimosa to corale some slave labour - or you can always contact me through Etsy (Nella, <a href="http://www.lostmykitty.etsy.com/">www.lostmykitty.etsy.com</a>).
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<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5542052891879432562" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 266px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TOlTvfrmYXI/AAAAAAAABHk/K8PldHQW7N0/s400/Coxall%2B0483.jpg" border="0" /><span style="font-family:arial;">Tamara and Nathaniel had planned the perfect wedding, but wanted the peace of mind that the logistics were managed to ensure it became a reality on the day.<br />
We met a year before their wedding and were in regular contact to provide supplier suggestions. Closer to their wedding we extensively discussed the day's arrangements. Following this meeting we produced a wedding day plan and a timings schedule, then spoke to and confirmed the details with all the suppliers.
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Tamara paid great attention to detail with lots of special Zimbabwean touches that made their day meaningful, from the invitation design to the family wedding car, sourcing the national flower to relabelling the bottles of wine and the cake topper to the favours; there was a whole host of personal touches that made for an extra special day. During the week of the wedding we reviewed the final plans and timings together as well as collecting and storing all of their decoration items.
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On the morning we decorated the church and Lillibrooke Manor, <a href="http://sugarblossomweddings.blogspot.com/2010/08/lillibrooke-manor-wedding-prep-video.html">see the video of the set up here</a>. Luckily we were equipped with our emergency kit with our ivory umbrella to hand when the rain came. We greeted all of the suppliers and supported their set up, organised the guests going to the buffet table, helped book taxis, stored the veil, moved garden games and liaised with the best man for announcements amongst many other things. </span>
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<span style="font-family:arial;">Being the point of contact on the wedding day ensured everything went smoothly and relieved the couple of any stress.</span>
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<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TOlN5B_Pe3I/AAAAAAAABGc/ScVbJb4LW5o/s1600/Coxall%2B0012.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5542046458637679474" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 266px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TOlN5B_Pe3I/AAAAAAAABGc/ScVbJb4LW5o/s400/Coxall%2B0012.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:arial;">Wishing you both a wonderful married life together filled with much love and happiness x
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<em><strong>Credits
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Photography: <a href="http://www.studiorouge.co.uk/">Studio Rouge
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<br />Videographer: <a href="http://www.capturetheday.tv/">Capture the Day </a>
<br />String trio: <a href="http://www.giardinoquartet.co.uk/">Giardino Strings</a>
<br />Caterers: <a href="http://www.completecatering.co.uk/">Complete Catering </a>
<br />DJ: <a href="http://www.soundbookings.com/">Sound Bookings
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<br />Cake: <a href="http://www.especiallydelicious.co.uk/">Especially Delicious</a></em></span><a href="http://www.especiallydelicious.co.uk/"> </a>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-36866632635979828582010-11-15T15:26:00.000+00:002010-11-15T10:57:22.363+00:00Top 20 time saving tips - Part 2<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TOEQeicM1MI/AAAAAAAABGU/SVZUDxWzf2A/s1600/Brockhurst%2Bschool%2Bwedding.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539727133469627586" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 277px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TOEQeicM1MI/AAAAAAAABGU/SVZUDxWzf2A/s400/Brockhurst%2Bschool%2Bwedding.JPG" border="0" /></a>
<p><span style="font-family:arial;">Further to our recent top ten tips on saving time when planning your wedding, here are another ten suggestions:</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>11. High street bridesmaids</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial;">There are lots of dresses in high street shops such as Debenhams, Coast and House of Fraser that are just as gorgeous as any bridal shop ones, but without the time delay of ordering the dresses in. </span></p><span style="font-family:arial;">
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<strong>12. Use a Wedding Planner</strong> </p>
<p>Ask an expert to create shortlists for suppliers you are having specific trouble sourcing. They will know of reputable local companies and may even be able to negotiate you a better rate. </p>
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<strong>13. Manage your RSVPs</strong></p>
<p>Send a stamped self addressed envelope if you are mailing RSVP cards with your invites to speed up the replies. Or quicker still use an online RSVP option on a wedding website.</p>
<p><strong>14. Back to basics</strong></p>
<p>Skip some of the unnecessary tasks, such as having wedding favours, that can take a lot of hours to find and you may not feel are critical. </p>
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<strong>15. Thank you notes</strong></p>
<p>Write your thank you notes as you receive gifts to save having a long list to complete when you return from your honeymoon. </p>
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<strong>16. Venue styling</strong></p>
<p>Save time on the day by using wedding decorators to set-up and remove the decorations for you. </p>
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<strong>17. Pre ceremony photo shoot</strong> </p>
<p>Meet with your husband-to-be before the wedding ceremony for a photo shoot to save time after the ceremony, leaving you to relax and enjoy the arrival drinks with your guests.
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<p><strong>18. Cheat with the cake cutting</strong> </p>
<p>Have an extra cake in the kitchen that your caterers can pre-cut so after your cake cutting ceremony is complete they can serve the cake much faster. </p>
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<strong>19. Skip a receiving line</strong></p>
<p>Depending on how many guest you have these can take a huge amount of time, a less formal way would be to visit each table between courses during the meal. </p>
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<strong>20. Keep storage simple</strong></p>
<p>Have a room aside to keep everything related to your wedding in- so everyone know where to put things after they have been used and most importantly where to go to pack everything up swiftly at the end of the day.</p>
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<p><em><span style="color:#999999;">Photo credit: A SugarBlossom wedding at Brockhurst School, Newbury by Francis Beaumont</span></em></span></p>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-32318784884750109952010-10-27T15:09:00.010+01:002010-11-15T10:57:42.775+00:00Top 20 time-saving options- Part 1<div align="left"><span style="font-family:arial;color:#000000;"><strong>Time-saving options to help you plan your wedding if time is tight.</strong></span></div><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;color:#000000;">
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</span><span style="font-family:arial;color:#000000;">Are you struggling to find the time to fit planning your wedding into a busy lifestyle? </span>
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>A focused checklist</strong>
Work out what needs to be done in what order to prioritise your time, always start by finding your venue and booking the registrar/church to get a date confirmed.
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Know your budget</strong>
Before you start looking for the perfect wedding dress, flowers etc.. make sure you know what your budget is to save time further down the line having to rethink what you can afford.
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Decide on your guest list</strong>
Scribble down a rough idea of numbers to invite for the day and even to help direct you when making your venue choice, this may rule some options out straight away.
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Wedding fairs</strong>
Local wedding fairs can be a great inspiration at the start of your planning. Wear 'comfy' shoes and bring friendly support to help collect all the information to browse through at home.
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Surf the web</strong>
Visit supplier websites to find pricing, see portfolios of work, and read testimonials to build a shortlist before spending time calling or meeting with lots of different suppliers.
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Wedding chat rooms</strong>
Sites such as </span></span><a href="http://www.youandyourwedding.co.uk/"><span style="font-family:arial;color:#000000;">www.youandyourwedding.co.uk</span></a><span style="font-family:arial;color:#000000;"> are a great place to meet with other likeminded brides to ask questions for quick answers or pick up new ideas.
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>One email fits all</strong>
Once you have found a selection of suppliers online you can draft an email with all your questions to copy and email to multiple companies. This approach will save time calling each person and help get consistent replies to compare.
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;color:#000000;"><strong>Let your friends and family help
</strong></span><span style="font-family:arial;color:#000000;">Make a list of things that need to be done (but not necessarily by you) and delegate! Your bridal party can help make phone calls, prepare invitations, do odd jobs when you need them.
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Meetings at your house
</strong>Most suppliers will be more than happy to come to you to meet to save you time driving between locations.
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<li><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Referrals</strong>
</span><span style="font-family:arial;">Sharing tips on excellent service providers with recently married friends will give you piece of mind that everything will run smoothly on your special day. </span></span></li></ol>
<p><span style="font-family:Arial;color:#000000;"><strong>Look out for the next 10 time saving tips!</strong></span></p><em><span style="font-family:arial;color:#666666;">Photo credit: A SugarBlossom wedding at Englemere, Ascot by Neale James at </span></em><a href="http://www.breathepictures.com/"><em><span style="font-family:arial;color:#666666;">www.breathepictures.com</span></em></a><em><span style="font-family:arial;">
</span></em>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-32966369152867179122010-10-11T11:26:00.010+01:002010-10-11T13:02:28.591+01:00Sneak Preview: Tamara & Nathaniel's Wedding at Lillibrooke Manor<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TLLm7Usiz8I/AAAAAAAABGE/QWlCk2jTIuA/s1600/Coxall+0680.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TLLm7Usiz8I/AAAAAAAABGE/QWlCk2jTIuA/s400/Coxall+0680.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5526733599579230146" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; font-size: 13px; color: rgb(76, 76, 76); line-height: 20px; "><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; ">Look out for more pictures and details from Tamara and Nathaniel's fantastic wedding coming soon!</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; "><div style="text-align: center; "></div><div style="text-align: center; "></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; "><b>Photo credit: www.studiorouge.co.uk </b></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; ">
</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; ">Related posts:</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; "><a href="http://sugarblossomweddings.blogspot.com/2010/08/lillibrooke-manor-wedding-prep-video.html">Behind the Scenes: Lillibrooke Manor Wedding </a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; ">
</span></span></div></span></span>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-7763804488640348912010-09-23T16:45:00.005+01:002010-09-23T16:50:39.516+01:00Details we love: bottle escort cards<div align="center"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TJt3CybQiEI/AAAAAAAABF8/Ii1LWVNsj2s/s1600/Bottle+escort+cards.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520136658052220994" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 294px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TJt3CybQiEI/AAAAAAAABF8/Ii1LWVNsj2s/s400/Bottle+escort+cards.jpg" border="0" /></a>
<div align="center"><span style="font-family:arial;">A thirst quenching alternative to a table plan.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family:Arial;">Photo credit: <a href="http://jonaspeterson.com/">Jonas Peterson</a> via <a href="http://100layercake.com/">100 Layer Cake</a></span> </div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-36408324222566160122010-09-10T19:13:00.006+01:002010-09-13T12:23:30.909+01:00Real Wedding: Nik and Lisa at The Dairy, Waddesdon Manor<div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">
</div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIqMPUxxE8I/AAAAAAAABFk/CWuUtJkXkq0/s1600/457.jpg"></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIkoQ3ULw5I/AAAAAAAABFc/IgFMv-RJOxU/s1600/247.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514983488883508114" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIkoQ3ULw5I/AAAAAAAABFc/IgFMv-RJOxU/s400/247.jpg" border="0" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">We have been looking forward to sharing the gorgeous pictures from Lisa and Nik’s wedding, they celebrated their marriage in May at </span></span><a href="http://www.weddingsatwaddesdon.co.uk/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">The Dairy, Waddesdon Manor</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> near Aylesbury.</span>
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">This stylish wedding was shot by </span></span></span><a href="http://www.stuartbebb.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Stuart Bebb photography</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">. Stuart and his assistant captured photos from slightly different views which gave Lisa and Nik a wide variety of photos. </span></span>
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<span style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.downtoearthflowers.co.uk/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Down to Earth Flowers </span></a></span><span style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">did an unbelievable job with all of the floral arrangements.</span></span>
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5515376199521569378" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 266px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIqNbocgimI/AAAAAAAABFs/1zp8cxe6QiE/s400/495.jpg" border="0" /></span> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: left"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Whilst the guests were making their way to The Dairy, Lisa and Nik had some romantic secluded shots taken in the vast grounds, the venue is pretty amazing with woodland areas and waterfalls.</span></span></div>
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</div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIkm0tW-nEI/AAAAAAAABFM/nfHeF1mfwTE/s1600/412.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514981905662909506" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 266px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIkm0tW-nEI/AAAAAAAABFM/nfHeF1mfwTE/s400/412.jpg" border="0" /></a>
<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIkmds8Z66I/AAAAAAAABFE/7DGZ3syNiHQ/s1600/414.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514981510414461858" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 265px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIkmds8Z66I/AAAAAAAABFE/7DGZ3syNiHQ/s400/414.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Don’t the tables look pretty with these little vase name holders from Cox & Cox, they were accompanied with small bottles of Prada perfume for the girls favours and miniature bottles of Port for the guys.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000ee;"><u>
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<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIkkzpLzAYI/AAAAAAAABEk/m8pHpR3RQeI/s1600/609.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514979688339145090" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TIkkzpLzAYI/AAAAAAAABEk/m8pHpR3RQeI/s400/609.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">The band, </span></span><a href="http://www.ltdedition.co.uk/"><span style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Limited Edition</span></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">, kept everyone dancing all night playing songs from Lady Gaga to Dianna Ross. We were so impressed we have already booked them for another clients wedding next summer.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
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</span><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Congratulations Lisa and Nik, thanks so much for letting us post your pretty day!
</span></span><a href="http://www.sugarblossom.co.uk/"><span style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">www.sugarblossom.co.uk</span></span></a></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-8042326418614568972010-09-01T11:18:00.010+01:002010-09-01T11:30:59.537+01:00Q&A: Our reception venue is quite dark, but we are not allowed to use candles. Can you suggest some alternatives for lighting up the room?<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TH4qLQdlTUI/AAAAAAAABEU/-g3M461mQ-M/s1600/fairy+lights.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5511889366834040130" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TH4qLQdlTUI/AAAAAAAABEU/-g3M461mQ-M/s400/fairy+lights.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />
<div><span style="font-family:arial;">Last weekend we used battery operate candles, available from <a href="http://www.coxandcox.co.uk/products/battery-tea-light">Cox and Cox</a></span><span style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.coxandcox.co.uk/products/battery-tea-light"> </a>, they were effective and lasted all afternoon and evening.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family:arial;">You could also use fairy lights to create a romantic atmosphere. They are easy to get hold of and not expensive, try wrapping them around bay trees, archways, banisters, in clear vases or look for blossom style ones like these from <a href="http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10001_10001_323006004199_-1?CMP=AFC-FEED">Debenhams</a> or <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/accessories/small-flower-string-light/invt/3407910/">Laura Ashley</a>.
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<span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Photo Credit: </em></span><a href="http://onelovephoto.typepad.com/heathergilson/2009/07/pickering-barn-sarah-tim.html"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>One Love Photo</em></span></a><span style="font-size:85%;"><em> </em></span></span><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>via </em></span><a href="http://www.rocknrollbride.com/tag/fairy-lights/"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Rock n’ Roll Bride</em></span> </a></span></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-70823810923187251512010-08-26T19:26:00.003+01:002010-08-26T19:36:28.121+01:00Sneak Preview: Lisa & Nik's Wedding at The Dairy, Waddesdon Manor<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/THazXBS82PI/AAAAAAAABEM/Naor9ZYtHuo/s1600/621.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/THazXBS82PI/AAAAAAAABEM/Naor9ZYtHuo/s400/621.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5509788402200664306" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; ">Look out for more pictures and details from Nik and Lisa's wonderful wedding coming soon!</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><div style="text-align: center;">
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Photo credit: </span></span><a href="www.stuartbebb.com"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">www.stuartbebb.com</span></span></a></span></div></span></span>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-56769600081033828182010-08-22T11:25:00.025+01:002010-10-11T11:34:32.706+01:00Behind the Scenes: Lillibrooke Manor Wedding, Maidenhead<div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style=" ;font-size:medium;">Y</span><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">esterday we had the pleasure of co-ordinating Tamara and Nathaniel's wedding at St Lukes Church and Lillibrooke Manor in Maidenhead. </span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
</span></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">It was fantastic to work with them to help plan their day, they are a lovely couple and had so many wonderfully unique ideas to incorporate into their wedding.</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">This video shows a small part of Janet and I setting up in the morning. The day began with an hour of steaming open freeze dried peony heads- fiddly, but worth it when you can not rely on fresh ones being available, they looked beautiful on the arrival drink table.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">We moved on to the church to sweep away debris blown in and move papers from the doorway, before organising the confetti, spare readings, reserved seats and order of services.</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">The next stop was displaying road signs to direct guests to the remote manor house, after our sat nav directed us the wrong way up a one way system on the first visit we decided this was a must!</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">We then ran through some checks with the catering company, resulting in a quick dash to buy the missing raspberries needed for the arrival drinks and locating the lost desserts still en-route from London.</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Janet and I then unloaded the decorations we had been storing and set to work on decorating the barn with many items that reflected their personalities and Zimbabwean roots. This included scattering the national flower, </span></span></span><span style="line-height: 15px; "><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Gloriosa,</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> on the top table, name settings in elephant favours, an elephant cake topper, safari animal table names, table plan, guest book, card box, wine with personalised labels, gifts under the top table, child seating, toys and much more.</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">The DJ arrived early to build his equipment, after showing him the space we tested the back up music we had for the wedding breakfast and the first/second dance songs.</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">The courtyard was the next location to organise the garden games, throws, flowers, arrival drinks and the string trio, but moments before the Routemaster bus full of guests pulled up the rain started to fall so a quick turn around and the set up was duplicated inside the adjoining small barn. </span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">This was all simply the preparation, look out for our next post on the wedding celebrations. </span></span></span><span style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">We can not wait to share some of the photos with you and less wobbly professional video footage, including all of the great supplier details who all made the day so special.</span></span></div></span></span></div></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">
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</div><p><span style="font-family:arial;">These short 20 minute slots are an easy way to quickly gain expert help and guidance from experienced wedding planners from SugarBlossom.
Meet with us to discuss a wedding issue or to ask any questions you may have about wedding planning, such as choosing your venue, your theme and styling, money saving tips, choosing and managing suppliers or wedding etiquette.
We are taking a limited number of bookings for complimentary wedding consultations at:
</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Fredricks Hotel, Maidenhead
Sunday 5th September
<a href="http://www.fredricks-hotel.co.uk/">http://www.fredricks-hotel.co.uk/</a>
</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Wokingham Town Hall
Sunday 3rd October
<a href="http://www.wokingham-tc.gov.uk/">http://www.wokingham-tc.gov.uk/</a> </span></li></ul><span style="font-family:arial;"><p>
Both fairs are free to attend and open from 11am to 3.30pm.
After each consultation you will be given a SugarBlossom Wedding Planner to check you are on track with your all important tasks.
Simply <a href="mailto:hannah@sugarblossom.co.uk">click here </a>to let us know which fair you will be attending and your preferred time to meet.
We look forward to hearing from you,
Hannah and Janet </p><p>
<a href="http://www.sugarblossom.co.uk/">http://www.sugarblossom.co.uk/</a>
<a href="mailto:info@sugarblossom.co.uk">info@sugarblossom.co.uk</a>
0783 225 4187, 0118 988 7988</span></p>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-76645239576275969982010-08-02T12:26:00.005+01:002010-08-03T16:34:26.187+01:00Q&A: Do you know if there is a gift list company for outdoor present, we’d love to create our dream garden?<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TFg1v2bhWVI/AAAAAAAABDU/ZWrl0T3_upE/s1600/Garden+wedding+list.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501206041014131026" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TFg1v2bhWVI/AAAAAAAABDU/ZWrl0T3_upE/s400/Garden+wedding+list.jpg" border="0" /></a>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;">Absolutely, although many of the department stores with wedding lists have garden options they may not be as varied as you may like.</span>
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<span style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.thebottomdrawer.co.uk">The Bottom Drawer</a> is a more flexible online gift list option, you can choose to have your garden landscaped or pick products from turf and flowers to lights and decking.
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Enjoy relaxing in your new garden!
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<div><span style="font-family:Arial;"><em><span style="font-size:85%;color:#666666;">Photo credit: </span></em><a href="http://www.gardenvisit.com/"><em><span style="font-size:85%;color:#666666;">www.gardenvisit.com</span></em></a></span></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-58811584422244599882010-07-28T16:49:00.010+01:002010-07-28T16:59:27.873+01:00Balloon Save the Date<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TFBSBP3ugAI/AAAAAAAABDM/o0QaquddI2g/s1600/save_the_date_type_balloon_01.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498985326412988418" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 295px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TFBSBP3ugAI/AAAAAAAABDM/o0QaquddI2g/s400/save_the_date_type_balloon_01.jpg" border="0" /></a>
<div align="center"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TFBR9Q3fGuI/AAAAAAAABDE/xOnN4XdAOBI/s1600/save_the_date_type_balloon_02.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498985257960938210" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 367px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TFBR9Q3fGuI/AAAAAAAABDE/xOnN4XdAOBI/s400/save_the_date_type_balloon_02.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:arial;">Found on </span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.underconsideration.com"><span style="font-family:arial;">FPO</span></a><span style="font-family:arial;"> via </span><a href="http://greenweddingshoes.com/fun-wedding-invitations-save-the-dates/"><span style="font-family:arial;">Green Wedding Shoes</span></a><span style="font-family:arial;"> </span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:arial;">
</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-family:arial;"><br />This is an incredibly fun and creative idea for a Save the Date.<br />
"After ten years together, Jen + Kevin got engaged in Paris – a location they subtly acknowledged in a nod to Albert Lamorisse’s short film The Red Balloon when designing their save the date announcement. Wanting to treat their wedding as a big party more so than a traditional event, each guest received a deflated, red balloon tied to a letterpress printed card reading: “Hello! Please inflate the balloon.” Once inflated, the piece reveals all relevant information and sets the desired tone with humor and playfulness." </span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div align="left"><em><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;color:#666666;"><br />Photo credit: </span></em><a href="http://www.underconsideration.com/"><em><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;color:#666666;">http://www.underconsideration.com/</span></em></a> </div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-48026894039484181102010-07-15T10:44:00.005+01:002010-07-15T10:54:54.988+01:00Q&A: I was hoping to wear a vintage dress, but can’t find anything suitable- do you have any ideas?<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TD7aFXNqCPI/AAAAAAAABC0/Vg6dI6YUSww/s1600/Vintage+wedding+dress_halfpennylondon.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5494068381104081138" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 275px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TD7aFXNqCPI/AAAAAAAABC0/Vg6dI6YUSww/s400/Vintage+wedding+dress_halfpennylondon.jpeg" border="0" /></a>
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<div><span style="font-family:arial;">We have lots of beautiful bridal boutiques here in Berkshire, but not those that specialise in vintage dresses so a trip to London would be the best approach. </span></div><br /><br />
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<div><span style="font-family:arial;">Make sure you book appointments in advance, a good place to </span><span style="font-family:arial;">start and reasonably priced is Annies Vintage Clothing in Islington with original Twenties mid-calf lace wedding dresses with silk under slips that sell for around £200 (</span><a href="http://www.anniesvintageclothing.co.uk/"><span style="font-family:arial;">www.anniesvintageclothing.co.uk</span></a><span style="font-family:arial;">). </span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family:arial;">Other city options to visit are Candy Anthony (</span><a href="http://www.candyanthony.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;">www.candyanthony.com</span></a><span style="font-family:arial;">), Half Penny London (</span><a href="http://www.halfpennylondon.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;">www.halfpennylondon.com</span></a><span style="font-family:arial;">) and The Vintage Wedding Dress Company (</span><a href="http://www.thevintageweddingdresscompany.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;">www.thevintageweddingdresscompany.com</span></a><span style="font-family:arial;">).</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family:Arial;">Have a fabulous day out and be sure to update us on your search for the perfect dress.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;color:#999999;"><em>Photo credit: </em></span><a href="http://www.halfpennylondon.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;color:#999999;"><em>www.halfpennylondon.com</em></span></a></span></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-46617186751224270342010-07-12T16:36:00.005+01:002010-07-12T16:50:01.471+01:00Equestrian name setting<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TDs2xbvav5I/AAAAAAAABCs/28ca3Eh5MQw/s1600/chalk+table+setting.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493044393396584338" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 266px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TDs2xbvav5I/AAAAAAAABCs/28ca3Eh5MQw/s400/chalk+table+setting.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:arial;"></span>
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<span style="font-family:arial;">If you are an animal lover add a touch of personality to your tables with a tiny chalk horse. These horses can have names scribbled on in chalk to make a unique name setting. They are available <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/48896803/petite-chalk-board-horses">here</a> on Etsy.</span>
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/48896803/petite-chalk-board-horses" target="_blank"></a>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-54247636786025272962010-07-08T10:41:00.003+01:002010-07-08T13:27:43.999+01:00Easy tool to create your seating plan<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TDWdmTXDCqI/AAAAAAAABCk/EpQbojTHA5I/s1600/Martha+Stewart+seating+plan.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491468602005719714" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TDWdmTXDCqI/AAAAAAAABCk/EpQbojTHA5I/s400/Martha+Stewart+seating+plan.JPG" border="0" /></a>
<span style="font-family:arial;">Simply register with www.marthastewartweddings.com to access the online seating chart tool, you add your room dimensions then start populating with tables and names to drag and move around to get the ideal arrangement. Easy peasy!</span>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-710068496820053782010-06-29T15:32:00.013+01:002010-06-29T15:47:26.401+01:00Q&A: How can I make the RSVP process easier?<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TCoGJqWxoSI/AAAAAAAABCc/eWYMB4lCvWE/s1600/RSVP+Card_+Studio+Belle.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488205858962776354" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 195px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/TCoGJqWxoSI/AAAAAAAABCc/eWYMB4lCvWE/s400/RSVP+Card_+Studio+Belle.jpg" border="0" /></a>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;color:#000000;">An online RSVP option is becoming more common as wedding websites grow in popularity, this is a quick way for guests to reply and easy for you to manage whilst being environmentally friendly, although it may require a few calls to Grandparents and those less comfortable with the internet.
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Expecting guests to send a postal reply can be a slow process unless you include your own RSVP cards, removing any delay in guests having to find a suitable acceptance card. Including an addressed and stamped envelope makes this even simpler and speeds up the time for you to get your numbers confirmed.
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<em>Tip: Number the guest list and the backs of the RSVP cards, in case someone forgets to write in his or her name.</em></span></div>
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Image credit: </span></em><a href="http://www.studiobelle.co.uk/"><em><span style="font-size:85%;color:#666666;">www.studiobelle.co.uk</span></em></a></span></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-79234186572367193362010-04-16T07:00:00.001+01:002010-04-16T11:10:03.408+01:00Q&A: When should we send our thank you cards?<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S8g3Jrcuy1I/AAAAAAAABCU/l9tSDXomdDY/s1600/Thank+you+card.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460675187608308562" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S8g3Jrcuy1I/AAAAAAAABCU/l9tSDXomdDY/s400/Thank+you+card.jpg" border="0" /></a>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;">Try to send hand written thank you notes no later than a month after your wedding referring to the gift they have given you. </span><span style="font-family:arial;">To make it easier to manage start writing them as soon as people start buying you gifts rather than having masses to do after your honeymoon.</span></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-21377091169240069792010-04-07T15:52:00.006+01:002010-04-07T16:36:35.064+01:00DIY: Seed Matchbook Favours<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S7yeZl1FM0I/AAAAAAAABCM/KwAPj6sjOwM/s1600/Marthas+flower+seed+packet.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457411010954867522" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S7yeZl1FM0I/AAAAAAAABCM/KwAPj6sjOwM/s400/Marthas+flower+seed+packet.jpg" border="0" /></a>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;">These floral favours make a pretty decoration for your tables and symbolise the beginning of a relationship that grows over time, a unique memento for your guests. The free template to edit and directions can be <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/article/seed-matchbook-favors-how-to?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/floral-favors#slide_5">downloaded here</a>.</span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;">Found on <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.mathastewartweddings.com">Martha Stewart</a> via <a href="http://www.i-do-it-yourself.com/">iDIY</a></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:Arial;"><em><span style="font-size:85%;color:#666666;">Photo credit: </span></em><a href="http://www.mathastewartweddings.com/"><em><span style="font-size:85%;color:#666666;">www.mathastewartweddings.com</span></em></a> </span></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-63590554417217649092010-04-06T16:53:00.006+01:002010-05-18T11:59:49.419+01:00Hannah & Pauls Easter Wedding: Wokefield Park, Reading<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S7uGaelk96I/AAAAAAAABCE/E7VMGYWZAXI/s1600/DSCF4846.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S7uGaelk96I/AAAAAAAABCE/E7VMGYWZAXI/s400/DSCF4846.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457103162934884258" /></a><div><span style="font-family:arial;">This Easter weekend we had the pleasure of working with a lovely couple, Hannah and Paul, for their wedding at Wokefield Park in Mortimer, Reading.</span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;">Once they are back from their honeymoon in Thailand we shall look forward to sharing some professional pictures and details of their day.</span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;">They incorporated so many personal touches into their wedding and were incredibley well organised, even taking the time to write us a thank you note in the midst of all the wedding mania….
<blockquote><i>“Thank you so much for all of your support and assistance in the run up to our wedding. You have been fantastic ever since we met you... I know our guests will love everything you have done...”</i></blockquote></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">
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<div><span style="font-family:arial;">Yesterday we exhibited at Dream Wedding Fair's event at the Reading Town Hall, it was a fantastic day with lots of recently engaged couples having the opportunity to meet a huge selection of local suppliers. The wedding fair was one of the largest in Berkshire with a massive amount of wedding inspiration spread across two of the large ballrooms.</span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">If you did not manage to make yesterday's fair there is one left this season before the summer wedding season break, then lots more from September. Furthermore all of the fairs are free entry, often include fashion shows and from 11am-4pm, here is a list of what is coming up, we hope to see you at some:</span>
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<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Ramada Newbury Elcot Park - Sunday 11th April 2010</strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Fredrick's Hotel -Sunday 5th September 2010 </strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Donnington Valley Hotel -Sunday 12th September 2010</strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Hampshire Court Hotel, Basingstoke -Sunday 19th September 2010 </strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Reading Town Hall - Sunday 26th September 2010 </strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Wokingham Town Hall - Sunday 3rd October 2010 </strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Grovefield House Hotel -Sunday 3rd October 2010 </strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Ramada Newbury Elcot Park -10th October </strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Norton Park Hotel - Sunday 10th October 2010 </strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Badgemore Park Gold Club, Henley - Sunday 24th October 2010</strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>The Royal Adelaide Hotel, Windsor - Sunday 24th October 2010</strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Trunkwell Mansion House, Berkshire- Sunday 7th November 2010</strong> </span></li></ul><span style="font-family:arial;">For more information on any of these visit: </span><a href="http://www.dreamweddingfairs.co.uk/wedding-shows-berkshire.html"><span style="font-family:arial;">http://www.dreamweddingfairs.co.uk/wedding-shows-berkshire.html</span></a>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-61620476492839852762010-03-24T10:04:00.018+00:002010-03-24T21:01:21.397+00:00Venue Spotlight: Sir Christopher Wren's House, Windsor<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S6p7QKqPoSI/AAAAAAAABBk/POAaN5tGFH4/s1600/DSCF4786.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S6p7QKqPoSI/AAAAAAAABBk/POAaN5tGFH4/s400/DSCF4786.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452305816555069730" /></a><div><span style="font-family:arial;">Last Saturday and Sunday we planned and co-ordinated a full weekend of celebrations in Windsor for a 60th birthday- from a traditional afternoon tea with a view of the castle to a show at the Royal Theatre, followed by a Thai feast and drinks in a traditional English bar.</span></div>
<span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;">The grand finale of the festivities was dining for twenty five at Sir Christopher Wren’s House in their pavilion room. This beautiful space included a bar and relaxed seating area, with the circular dining room having the most amazing views right on the River Thames with glass dome ceiling too- wonderfully light and airy.</span>
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The staff were polite and professional, the food was beautifully presented and being located next to Eton Bridge only metres from the castle makes the venue equally well suited to a wedding.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family:arial;">Emma Vinters, Sales & Marketing Manager ,comments "Our location by the River Thames, makes the hotel an ideal setting for a wedding. Brides often choose to arrive in style aboard our very own private boat ‘Larus‘ which adds a classic touch to their special day."</span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">
</span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">This room is licensed for civil ceremonies and can seat 70 ceremony guests or 40 dinner guests.</span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;">Click <a href="http://www.sugarblossom.co.uk/services.html">here for details of SugarBlossoms wedding planning and co-ordination services </a>and click <a href="http://www.sirchristopherwren.co.uk/weddings.aspx">here to vist the hotels website</a></span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;color:#666666;"><em>Photo credits: SugarBlossom's own </em></span></span></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-90343667786886259312010-03-17T06:00:00.001+00:002010-03-17T11:16:07.714+00:00Venue Decoration Service Launched!<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S54IMqmpeyI/AAAAAAAABA0/AXlvAiMGyCA/s1600-h/Venue+decoration.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448801612852722466" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 279px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S54IMqmpeyI/AAAAAAAABA0/AXlvAiMGyCA/s400/Venue+decoration.jpg" border="0" /></a>
<div><span style="font-family:arial;">We have recently launched SugarBlossom's Venue Decoration service, previously it was only available as part of the Day of Co-ordination package. This has been in response to the number of brides who have been surprised to discover that many of the setting up tasks they expected their venue organiser to do are not offered, or worse still they had planned to go and decorate the day before- only to find out they could not access the venue due to another event or wedding booking. </span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">
<strong>Will the staff at your venue set up and decorate your room(s) according to your specifications on the day of the wedding?</strong> </span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">
Few venues take on this responsibility to create the style and atmosphere you have planned for, so you may need to make arrangements with family or friends. Alternatively we offer venue decoration in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Hampshire. </span><span style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.sugarblossom.co.uk/venue_decoration.html">Read more...</a> or email us with any questions, <a href="mailto:info@sugarblossom.co.uk">info@sugarblossom.co.uk</a></span></div>
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<div><em><span style="font-size:85%;color:#666666;">Photo credit: SugarBlossom's own image</span></em></div>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501306275054720434.post-47163943632027230102010-03-16T06:50:00.000+00:002010-03-24T21:01:30.865+00:00Kissing Booth<p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S55L0O5pJtI/AAAAAAAABBE/WF4C-W24v7g/s1600-h/Kissing+booth.jpg"><span style="font-family:arial;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448875959890028242" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 274px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nA0Z5Lx3nE4/S55L0O5pJtI/AAAAAAAABBE/WF4C-W24v7g/s400/Kissing+booth.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;">This print would be perfect to encourage some impromptu photo silliness if you are planning a photo booth at your reception. I</span><span style="font-family:arial;">n the past we have set up informal photo areas to capture some ridiculous shots with:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Wigs</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Empty photo frames to pose behind</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Silly sunglasses</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Fake moustaches on sticks</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Piles of marker pens and doilies to make signs</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Boxing gloves</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">'I'm married!' flags </span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Piles of hats</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial;">Sunglasses</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial;">Piles of disposable cameras</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial;">oh anything wacky we could get our hands on! </span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family:arial;">To buy the kissing booth sign for notonthehighsteet.com. </span><a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/iloveretro/product/_kissing_booth_letterpress_poster"><span style="font-family:arial;">click here </span></a>
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<em><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;color:#666666;">Photo credits: </span><a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;color:#666666;">www.notonthehighstreet.com</span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;color:#666666;"> and </span><a href="http://www.breathepictures.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;color:#666666;">www.breathepictures.com</span></a></em><span style="font-family:arial;"> </span>SugarBlossom Weddingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762263046567871260noreply@blogger.com0