Tuesday, May 17, 2011
It's a Wrap! Cool Cupcake Wrappers for an Eye Popping Display!
We were asked to review a really cool product. Perfect for the bridal shower, tea or weven wedding. A new and excellent quality addition for cupcakes. Roundabouts® Cupcake Sleeves . They're wraps for cupcakes that transform standard cupcakes into virtually anything. From celebrating an anniversary to toasting a new engagement, they have a great sleeve to dress up your little cakes. They’re perfect for any occasion that deserves to be topped with love.
Bake your cupcake (or you can buy them) and using toppings found at a grocery or local party supply store, these self-adhesive cupcake wrappers instantly transform cupcakes into a champagne bucket or even a rhinestone work of art. They also have sleeves for birthday parties, cinco de mayo and other holidays. The wraps are resistant to grease and oily substances, are earth friendly, and wipe clean if things get a bit messy in the kitchen!
With over 70+ Designs/Themes to choose from. You can also get them personalized. It's a great product and they really are darn cute.
If you prefer the standard cupcake liners, wrappers or baking cups ... there are a ton of new styles to choose from. We have a gallery below of the many styles. From butterflies, to hearts, ivy and roses ... the sky is the limit! Remember, presentation is everything.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Step by Step Hair Help for the Rockabilly Bride
Order it now at the special price of $33.95. That is $3 off the cover price! Pay by credit card securely through PayPal by clicking the button below.
Vintage Hairstyling is now in its second edition and gives details on a range of styles from the Twenties to the Sixties.
Available at Get Go Retro!
Sunday, September 5, 2010
The Bridal Tea Takes a New Twist ... Bridal Bath Tea ...
These make a great favor for the shower, for the bridesmaids, (the bride) and even to put in little baskets for out of town guests as a welcome gift.Sunday, August 8, 2010
Something New ... Rice Krispie Chocolate Dipped Favor
Brighten up your wedding reception, bridal shower or birthday celebration with our stunning Rice Krispie "Flower Pop" Wedding Favors. Available in 4 different colors of delicious chocolate coating, each sweet rice krispie treat is fresh baked then dipped in yummy chocolate coating and hand decorated to your specifications. These looks absolutely stunning when arranged (think an edible bouquet or centerpiece) on a table or even when they're distributed individually to your drooling guests. Either way, these desserts come wrapped in a clear cellophane bag and each is finished with a ribbon in the color of your choice.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Casting Engaged Couples- Oxygen’s Tori & Dean Wedding Planning Show
City: S. California
State: CA
Are you engaged, planning your wedding, and stressed? Do you want to have a unique wedding that represents your love and who you are as a couple, but just don’t have the means or vision to make it happen? If so, get ready for the opportunity of a lifetime. You are going down the aisle celebrity style!!
Introducing Oxygen’s new… TORI & DEAN’S WEDDING PLANNER SHOW!
Celebrities Tori Spelling & Dean McDermott will help you plan your dream wedding that tells YOUR story. They will use their expertise, exquisite style, and vast network of impeccable connections to deliver the wedding of a lifetime!
Tori & Dean will help with the planning and be your confidant through your emotional hurdles. This is the biggest day of your life & the most stressful. Let Tori & Dean step in!
SEEKING
•Young, fun engaged couples that want more than just a traditional wedding.
•Your big day needs to be themed or have a unique twist, something out of the ordinary that represents who you are.
•Are you planning a Vegas wedding, Bollywood wedding, Rockabilly wedding, Jewish wedding, big BBQ cookout wedding, or you dream of riding in on a horse? Whatever your wildest dreams are, tell us!
Casting is moving fast (only 2 weeks).
Must be ready to get married Sept-Nov, 2010.
Must live in Southern California.
Must REALLY be engaged.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Bouquet Holders (Clamps) -- Great for an outdoor wedding!
Friday, April 30, 2010
The Art of Displaying and Cutting Your Wedding Cake
Cake table secrets
The base of the cake determines the size of the table. Make sure the table size is relative to the cake. You don't want the cake to look too small for the table; or too big. To embellish the table try these tricks:
- Wrap picture wire (as if tying a package) around the tabletop, after the tables are covered, you can attach swags, garlands, and sprays with safety pins to the wires in the appropriate places.
- Layer sheets and/or tulle to give the tablecloth fullness and make it look more elegant.
- A nice touch is to make use of those expensive bridesmaid bouquets after the ceremony -- have the maitre d' or wedding consultant discreetly take the bridesmaid's bouquets and arrange them around the cake.
- Have the cake placed on a gorgeous cake stand (like the one to the right.) Again, a beautiful addition to the cake and reusable for parties you may have in the future
- Add a small picture framed picture to the table of the grooms parents and bride's parents.
Prior to the wedding, be sure to choose a cake knife and serving set. These make a great heirloom that you can use for years. And, they are reusable, long after the wedding. When you create your wedding day schedule, put in bold type: "Entire band should be ready to play immediately after cake cutting." Many bands seem to think this is the perfect time for a break. Just the opposite — if the music ebbs now, your party is over.
The headwaiter should show you where to make the first cut, particularly if the cake has a dummy layer (a fake bottom layer that serves as support for the cake). To symbolize the couples' shared life together, the groom places his right hand over the bride's, which holds the knife. Together they cut a small piece from the back of the bottom tier. Traditionally, the groom feeds the bride first, a small mouthful easily washed down by a sip of champagne. Then the bride feeds the groom.
After the photos, the banquet directors should have the cake taken into the kitchen to be cut quickly and efficiently. They should also put cake bags out on the table for the guests to take home with them.
Some places charge a cake-cutting fee — usually $1 a slice — to cover the cost of the "setup" (plates and forks). If you strongly feel that this charge is inappropriate, then you should attempt to expunge this clause from your contract.
Tips for Saving the Top Tier
Traditionally, a couple saves the top tier of the wedding cake to share on their first anniversary. Unfortunately, the cake often ends up somewhere in the back of the freezer, squished beyond recognition!
Therefore, make sure you have everything in order before you freeze the cake. To freeze the top tier for your first anniversary bring a properly sized box, saran wrap and foil. Leave instructions for airtight wrapping (freeze the cake first for a few hours before it's wrapped). Wrap the cake in saran wrap tightly and then wrap again in foil. Place cake in box and rewrap again with saran wrap and foil. This, to make sure there is no freezer burn. Then make arrangements to have someone either store it in their freezer (usually one of the moms and dads) or placed in yours. An easier option, put in an order for a small cake of the same flavor to be scheduled for baking and pickup on your first-year anniversary.
Option three is even easier.
You can buy the Silver Keepsake Cake Box. This box is made specifically for storing your cake, so it's as perfect and tasty in a year as it is now. Printed with a beautiful silver filigree design, the box is made of sturdy cardboard with a slick coat surface for durable storage and easy clean up. Includes a removable silver board for easy cake transfer, and a freezer-proof plastic liner.
My opinion. You've spent alot of money on the wedding, why not buy a nice box to ensure that your cake is safe until your anniversary. Under $25.00; it's a great idea : )
Sources: Dummies
Monday, April 26, 2010
Paper Wedding Cake Toppers (No Pens Allowed)
I love these super cute, one of a kind paper wedding cake toppers from Concarta. The unique paper sculptures can be made in a variety of styles and colors and can be used as wedding cake toppers or as accent decorations. Concarta also makes decorative paper flowers that coordinate with the toppers or stand on their own as decorations for weddings, birthdays, and other special occasions.
Check out their site to view the intimate details of these fab sculpture.
Original post at Paper Crave and LaptopBride.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Feathers, Pearls, Combs or Veils - Wedding Hair
Celebrity hairstyles are great to look at when planning your hairstyle as well. Of course it helps that celebrities are everywhere, but the latest celebrity hairstyles are a useful source of inspiration because celebrities are usually on the cutting-edge of what's new and trendy- it's their job (after all) to make sure that limelight doesn't fade away. And, another great tool ... check out Last but not least: Check out The Hairstylist and View Yourself in Over 8,000 Hairstyles!these fabulously simply hair adornments. From a simple flower to ostritch feathers!
- Pick your gown first
- Decide on a hairstyle
- Then, choose the headpiece
You don't have to buy the headpiece that matches or supposedly "goes" with the dress. Buy one that suits you and "complements" your dress; whether it be pearls, fefathers or a veil. Tip: Match the flowers in your bouquet if you want to add some color.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Wedding DNA - Your Bridal Signature

Sunday, January 31, 2010
It is Written ... Love Love Love
"Envelope" Pendant
"Live to Write, Write to Live Pen"
Saturday, January 2, 2010
The Bride Lights Up the Room!

Friday, January 1, 2010
Day of Reckoning .. Time to Get Ready for the Wedding Dress Fitting

This particular shaper does get great reviews. And, it is medical grade compression material. Same thing the doctors and plastic surgeons use. It's comfortable and works.
Measuring Instructions
1- BREAST (measure around back and your breast. This is not a tight measurement)
2- THORAX (measure directly under your breast and that one is to be a very tight measurement)
3- WAIST (measurement about 2 inches above your navel)
4- LOWER BELLY (if you have a lot of lower belly tissue measure that as well)
HIPS (measure around the largest part of your hips)
You can order it here --- Ardyss
Monday, December 21, 2009
Custom Decals for Your Wedding Dance Floor -- They Rock!
I absolutely love this. Talk about unique. American Bridal offers this really cool dance floor decal. It's a great decoration that actually has a use. I think this is one of the coolest ideas I have seen in a while. A Custom Decal for your Wedding Dance Floor. Choose 39" to 50" and they are not expensive!
I love this. Plus, you can put it in the basement and use it again if you want to : )
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Pop Up Placemats for Your Wedding Reception
They also double as place cards—each graphic has a space for you to write your guest's name. This birdcage design is witty and fun, and the new reindeer, fireplace and banquet table graphics would be perfect for a holiday wedding.
A charming addition to your table setting in the form of pop-up graphics on disposable paper placemats. Each design has an area for you to hand write your guest's name, thus doubling as a place card too! On the chair back, on the mailbox, and on the sign post. New for the holiday season: reindeer, fireplace and festive feast banquet table. In packs of 10, available in 3 designs (birdcage, mailbox or tree) and 2 color options, White or Kraft. Made from 100% recycled paper (30% post-consumer fiber and 70% pre-consumer wastepaper). _________________________________________________________________ As featured on the Wedded Bits, the blog of Brides magazine on Sept. 22, 2008, by Kathryn Papanek Wedding Wisdom: Remember to keep your guests' comfort in mind when you create your seating chart. Seat guests with similar interests together, and put distance between relatives who don't get along!
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Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Brooches. Make an elegant statement.
Brooches offer a vintage feel. Sharon Stone wore one years ago at one of the red carpet galas on her hip; and fashionistas all over thought it was ingenious. Other celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker, Anne Hathaway, and Claudia Schiffer have all been spotted with statement brooches pinned to their outfits.
Brooches can give an extra dose of chracter to an already fabulous outfit. You can find a brooch at department stores, second hand shops, or even inside your mother or grandmother’s treasure chest of jewels.
It can be worn on a plain dress or something as grand as your wedding dress. Once you discover your dream brooch, which could be made
Pin the brooch on the hip of your solid toned dress to add a little glitter, or accentuate the slit in your skirt by pinning the brooch where the fabric first separates. If you have a dress or tee shirt that is too big you can bunch the extra fabric together and pin it in place with a brooch and you’ll soon have a fitted garment with eye-catching detail.
Your hair is also an excellent place to place a brooch. Simply pin it to two bobby pins, a barrette, or a headband and voila! A gorgeously shimmering updo!
And, finally, I was recently at a wedding where the mother-of the brie had a fitted black satin dress with a brooch pinned on one shoulder; the brooch of black and crystal jewels in the shape of a large flower really added to the elegance of the dress.
If you ever tire of wearing brooches on your clothes, you can pin them on clutch purses, bags, hats, and even fasten scarves with them. You can even pin one to your garter! Here are a few that I find to be quite attractive : ) Oh, and don't forget, they make a great gift for the attendants.
something blue brooch"Something blue" couldn't be prettier! This heart shaped brooch is set with sparkling blue crystals for romantic shimmer. Perfect to pin directly to your dress, or to your garter or bridal purse. 1 1/2".
Turn heads with the beauty and allure of this dazzling brooche and enjoy the adoring compliments entitled to a royalty on your wedding day.The En Vogue brooche is a picture perfect addition to your ... more info.
Turn heads with the beauty and allure of this dazzling brooche and enjoy the adoring compliments entitled to a royalty on your wedding day.The En Vogue brooche is a picture perfect addition to your ... more info.
Turn heads with the beauty and allure of this dazzling brooche and enjoy the adoring compliments entitled to a royalty on your wedding day.The En Vogue brooche is a picture perfect addition to your ... more info.
Turn heads with the beauty and allure of this dazzling brooche and enjoy the adoring compliments entitled to a royalty on your wedding day.The En Vogue brooche is a picture perfect addition to your ... more info.
Turn heads with the beauty and allure of this dazzling brooche and enjoy the adoring compliments entitled to a royalty on your wedding day.The En Vogue brooche is a picture perfect addition to your ... more info.
Turn heads with the beauty and allure of this dazzling brooche and enjoy the adoring compliments entitled to a royalty on your wedding day.The En Vogue brooche is a picture perfect addition to your ... more info.
Turn heads with the beauty and allure of this dazzling brooche and enjoy the adoring compliments entitled to a royalty on your wedding day.The En Vogue brooche is a picture perfect addition to your ... more info.
Turn heads with the beauty and allure of this dazzling brooche and enjoy the adoring compliments entitled to a royalty on your wedding day.The En Vogue brooche is a picture perfect addition to your ... more info.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Sweet Control ... I think I'm gonna need it!

This is called Sweet Control --- To Control your blood sugar level resulting in less sugar induced anxiety and better weight control. A nutritional supplement that will help to reduce high levels of glucose in the blood, helping to prevent such diseases as diabetes.
Benefits:
• Reduce resistance to insulin.*

• Improve the correct functioning of insulin*
• Diminish anxiety caused by sweet foods.*
• Help in weight control.*
• Collaborate in control of the appetite.*
Sweet Control ... I think I'm gonna need it!

This is called Sweet Control --- To Control your blood sugar level resulting in less sugar induced anxiety and better weight control. A nutritional supplement that will help to reduce high levels of glucose in the blood, helping to prevent such diseases as diabetes.
Benefits:
• Reduce resistance to insulin.*

• Improve the correct functioning of insulin*
• Diminish anxiety caused by sweet foods.*
• Help in weight control.*
• Collaborate in control of the appetite.*
Monday, November 23, 2009
How About Croatia for Your Honeymoon?

Even the owner of the uninhabited island - now known as Lovers' Island - didn't realise how perfectly heart-shaped the island off the Croatian coast was until he was swamped with requests from couples to stay there.
It seems many lovers from around the world consider it to be the ideal spot for a romantic Valentine's Day break.
Vlado Juresko said: "It has been incredible. We think it is the most perfect heart-shaped island in the world. Nobody lives there so if lovers really do want to spend time alone it's the perfect desert island.
"We always thought it looked a bit like a heart but since it's been on Google Earth everyone else has seen it too and the whole world seems to want to stay here."
The island is located in Zadarski Kanal between Zadar and the Island of Pasman.
Source: Telegraph.Co.UK








