Category: Reception Ideas

Wedding Theme: Over the Rainbow!

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With St. Patty’s day approaching I couldn’t think of a better wedding theme to feature than an “Over the Rainbow” theme.  If you can’t decide on your wedding colors why not use all the colors of the rainbow?  At first, you may be a little scared that a rainbow themed wedding would be cheesy.  I guess that depends on your taste and how far you want to take the theme.  I think small hints of rainbow can be beautiful and very romantic.

If you are having an “Over the Rainbow” theme the bridesmaid dresses, groomsmen attire and flowers are a great way to show off all the colors of the rainbow.

Have each bridesmaid choose a different color of the rainbow and choose coordinating bouquets.  I think it makes for original and standout pictures.

You can have the groomsmen match each girl with a different colored tie or just have the color they wear come out in their boutonnieres.

Since this theme has so many colors, I would suggest keeping the linens for the reception very simple.  That way the flowers can pop on the tables and speak for themselves.

The cake can be very traditional with a variety of rainbow colors once the cake is cut.  This makes for a great presentation for the guests.

A dessert or candy buffet is also a subtle yet great way to use your color scheme.

Obviously, I know this theme is not for every bride!! This theme has to fit your personality in order to work.  I just want to make sure you open your eyes to all of the wonderful themes and possibilities that can come out of one idea…..like the simple idea of a rainbow!

Happy Planning and Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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Unique Ways to Display Photographs at Your Wedding

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A great way to make your wedding personal and intimate is to display personal photographs!  Of course you can use framed pictures and place them around your reception (some use pictures on a mantle, escort card table, etc) but I have found some creative ways you can display your pictures that all of your guests will love.

One idea is instead of using frames you place pictures in mason jars.

If you don’t like mason jars or that doesn’t fit the style of your wedding any glass vase will work and give the same look.  Or you can take the pictures and cut them to form a cool shape…like a circle or a heart.  So cute!

If you are having a vintage theme, plates with black and white photos are a fun way to display old photographs.

You can still use frames in different shapes and sizes and hang them with ribbon.  Love!

Another idea is to have someone take Polaroids (or you can rent a photo booth) and have guests hang their pictures during the event.  Not only does this look awesome but it also makes every guest a part of the celebration. Who doesn’t love that?

A few ideas I saw for displaying pictures in a home but I think these would also be great for a wedding! Frames and wire or ribbon make a beautiful display!

What do you think about these ways to display your photographs for a wedding?  Let us know!

Happy Planning!

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Creative Escort Card Ideas!

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After your ceremony is over the first thing your guests will see before entering your reception is your escort card table.  This is the first glimpse in to the theme or overall feeling of your reception.  You want to make sure this table makes a statement about your event.  Many brides do not put a lot of effort in to the design of their escort table and, although I agree you shouldn’t spend too much time on it, I think it is a very important part of your event.

You want to make your escort cards visually appealing while also making sure they are functional. Try not to think of a concept that will confuse your guests or delay them entering in to the reception.  No matter how beautiful your escort table looks it will still upset your guests if it is a confusing process to find their name.

First think of your theme or feeling of your event and start brainstorming ideas that would match your wedding. For a beach themed wedding you could use sand dollars placed in sand with shells!  Or look how cute this paper looks when it is bent to look like a beach chair?  Just add an umbrella and you are instantly taken to the beach!

This idea is so cute for an outside garden wedding!

If you have a signature drink or a favorite soda you can tie a string with the names and table # around the bottle or glass.

With a vintage themed wedding you can use an old door to hang your escort cards…love this!

Or you can use luggage tags decorated Washi Tape (my new favorite decorating tool)!

This idea may not be for everyone but for a vintage wedding you can use ties and bow ties as a way to display your escort cards!

To make a statement you don’t always need to have a unique idea.  Sometimes it is all about how they are displayed to make an impact.

I love the idea of using mirrors or frames on the table as a way to display your escort cards.

Two of my favorite DIY ideas for escort cards are below.  How amazing does it look to use paint chips in varying shades of your wedding colors!

And another favorite is the paper airplanes.  It would have to be for the right wedding but how original is this idea?

I hope these ideas have helped you come up with your own unique idea!! If you have a fun way you are going to display your escort cards we would love for you to share!

Happy Planning!

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