Monthly Archives: July 2009

Ice Sculpture Centerpieces

I'm always on the lookout for creative and stylish ways to personalize weddings, so when I picked up the July/August issue of Special Events Magazine I was instantly drawn to the idea of individual ice sculptures on guest tables.  Even … Continue reading

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I Do Vow To "Share My Blessings"

In this third of a series of “I Do Vow To” posts, “share my blessings” can mean many things. Here are some thought provoking tips to get you started on the path to planning your wedding that lasts beyond your … Continue reading

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Signing a Wedding Card Landed Me in Court…

…is the headline of an article found in a London publication called Metro.  An office worker was arrested for burglary when her fingerprint was found on a wedding card she signed for a co-worker.  When the co-workers home was broken … Continue reading

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Unbelievable Wedding Processional

I found this hysterical wedding entrance recently and thought “now these people know how to have fun” Check it out: JK Wedding Entrance The best part, this couple married at a church in St. Paul, MN – congrats Jill and … Continue reading

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I Do Vow To "Symbolize My Wedding"

I Do Vow To “symbolize my wedding through charitable giving” is a great way to honor the commitment you two have or are making before God, family and friends. One way to symbolize or add your signature to your wedding … Continue reading

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Destination Weddings – Budget Saving Tips

Why do destination weddings typically cost 40% less than the average local wedding?  Because, guest lists are typically much lower than local weddings.  I've had couples invite 150 guests but have 48 to 60 attend. Destination weddings by nature are … Continue reading

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I Do Vow To "fill in the blank"

I Do Vow To “fill in the blank” is the title of my latest series of posts to provide couples with thought-provoking ideas or inspiration while planning their wedding. For example, my inaugural post is “I Do Vow To…Commit to … Continue reading

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Hiring a Wedding Planner – Questions to Ask

This is the first of a series of posts I hope will enlighten you as you plan your wedding.  Liene Stevens of Splendid Communications reminded me just today that education and information is an important aspect to planning a wedding … Continue reading

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Congratulations to Andrew Vick of Vick Photography

One of my inspirations for I Do Vow To came from Andrew Vick of Vick Photography with whom I share studio space at Living Room Studios. Andrew has been volunteering generous hours of his coveted time to underprivileged kids camps … Continue reading

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Sherwood Forest and VADA Photography

My team from Fete Perfection and I were fortunate to be able to plan and coordinate another beautiful wedding at Sherwood Forest in Nisswa, MN.  Sherwood is the fine-dining restaurant owned by Grand View Lodge.  It's close to one hundred … Continue reading

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