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Create a Memorable Proposal

April 22, 2013 Admin

For the gentlemen, ladies avert your eyes to ensure the optimal surprise and aww factor. You’ve already found the awe inspiring engagement ring with which to propose to your special girlfriend, now you have to figure out aww inspiring proposal. Make your proposal out of this world by placing her ring in The Doctor’s Tardis. Or let her know you chose her, by presenting her with a Pokeball. Maybe food is the way to your lover’s heart!

You can also always use a little help from your friends.

Or if you’d like to freeze the exact moment in time with a photo, propose on your favorite high thrill ride!

Anyway you propose, make the moment special and seal the deal presenting her with the perfect dazzling ring.

Source: Buzzfeed DIY

Survive Your Wedding

April 21, 2013 Admin

Oh no! The wedding reception toasts are commencing and you haven’t prepared a speech. We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re a bride, bridesmaid or groom there are those moments when you wish you could MacGyver your way out of a wedding day crisis. Unfortunately we can’t tell you how fashion a wedding dress out of two napkins and a paperclip but we can definitely share a few wedding day hacks that can get you out of a tight bind.

It’s your turn for a toast reach for your Wedding Edition Mad Lib pad and read-on!
Outdoor wedding, on a lawn, in stilettos?! Don’t fret, but bring along heel protectors.
Has your gorgeous wedding dress fallen victim to the all annoying electric cling of static, run a wire hanger over it, ta-da!
Groom or groomsmen, forgotten your cufflinks in all the excitement, try a binder clip. Start the office supply accessory trend.
Pulled on that dress too fast to avoid deodorant stains? Gal Pal garment deodorant stain remover has got your back.
Having trouble keeping track of your drinks (it is open bar after all), try the Drink Tracker app for your smart phone.
Don’t have a smart phone? Try these hangover cures.

If all else fails, take advice from Andrew WK, “When the going gets tough, the tough get a party going”

For more tips: Buzzfeed DIY

A Floral Halo to Match Your Ring

April 18, 2013 Admin

To create an ethereal and angelic feel to match the halo around your new diamond ring consider donning a floral halo of your own. For a spring wedding consider a floral garland to crown your head and accompany your veil. Artsy Wedding Blog suggests “You can choose to head to a florist to have one made especially for you and/or your bridesmaids and flower girls to wear on your wedding day.” This gives you more time to focus on other details for your special day. However, If you are going for a DIY aesthetic, you also have the option of creating one yourself. “This allows you to select exactly the type of flower(s) you want and have them arranged in the exact way you’ve envisioned them to be.” You can arrange the perfect wreath with only a few tools: Floral wire, measuring tape, wire cutter, florist tape, fresh flowers, scissors, a spray bottle, water, and ribbon.

Learn to make your own here: Artsy Wedding Blog

12 Tips for the Perfect Vows

April 17, 2013 Admin

Wedding Vows are the poetry and promises of your love. While your heart may sing loves praises your mouth may have a hard time catching up. The knot offers 12 practical tips for finding the perfect words:

Get clearance: Not every ceremony officiant allows for personalized vows, check first
Start early: Dedicate ample time to the writing and fine tuning, procrastination is not romantic.
Look to tradition: Seek inspiration in the traditions and words that may strike your heart.
Set the tone: Romantic and comical, Serious and heartfelt. Find something that suits YOU.
Figure out the logistics: Will the vows be a surprise the day of, or will they mirror one another?
Make a vow date: Take the time not only to figure out the logistics but to cherish the act with a romantic date night.
Schedule some alone time: Set time aside to muse on the words you will recite on your own.
Steal Ideas: Quotes that hold true to your relationship or meaningful songs may be the perfect addition.
Create an outline: Establish a structure to help organize your ideas.
Remember your audience: Your loved ones are there to share with you, don’t write in code.
Time it right: 1 minute is a good time limit, short, sweet and to the core of your heart.
Practice out loud: SERIOUSLY!

Source: The Knot

Suggestion for your Wedding Hairstyle

March 31, 2013 Admin

Did you know that in Irish lore, it’s considered a sign of feminine power and luck for the bride to incorporate a braid into her hairstyle? Braided elements are a top beauty trend this spring. Wedding-worthy looks can include: multiple braids encircled in a crown (as pictured in the photo above), a fishtail braid, or a loose, thicker braid worn on the side.

Via Bridal Guide