The Wedding Contessa

If you are looking for a cute shirt but don't have much money to buy something new, go look in your closet. This is such a great change with a few simple steps, you may have a new shirt in no ti...

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So you've taken all the engagement photos. Your wedding invitations are done, this one by the way was beautifully done by Jennifer Lanier . Now when do you start addressing them and sending...

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Candles never go out of style no matter what time of year. Elizabeth Anne Designs offers lots of beautiful ideas for tablescapes such as these candle and lantern decorated wedding tables. (The...

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Once you purchase your wedding dress, how do you take care of it? Especially if you want to keep it and pass it on to other family members or just to have as a keepsake. Here are a few simple ti...

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Want fun wedding or bridal shower decor that won't break the bank? Why not try your hand at pom poms! You could use these for any time of year in your wedding decorations. Not hard to tackle, ...

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Over at Ashley Ann Photography , you will find the most amazing do it yourself daybed! It doesn't take a whole lot to put together...elbow grease and a little creativity. Don't be afraid to ...

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In today's fast pace, in seems that people are always looking to the past for a better way of life. Home decor you can find antiques and items handed down from generation to generation....

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Photos by K. Holly Photography Take a look at these wedding ideas spotlighted on Snippet and Ink . The bride enlisted a lot of help from family members to do it herself! Boxwood wrea...

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A honeymoon trip to Vienna, Austria would be a dream come true! This is a beautiful place for the two of you to getaway and explore. With lots to do and romantic sites to visit, ...

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What is a bridezilla you may ask? A bride gone crazy, over the top, with her wedding plans! Wedding planning is hectic enough without a bride coming all unglued with vendors, fiancee,family and ...

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If you want lots of fun ideas for wedding decor, you will want to visit Project Wedding . You could spend hours on their site and enjoy every minute of it! They came up with a really cute and si...

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Looking for a way to travel on your honeymoon? Wanting to travel to a special destination but not sure you can afford to fly? Jet Blue is running a sale on their airfare right now. Air trave...

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The ladies over at Lolliblog spotlighted these lovely tulips sold in bags. These would make a lovely gift for any time of year or could serve as a nice wedding decor accent. You could use these...

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Once you tie the knot, it is important to keep your marriage alive. There are lots of inexpensive and creative ways to do this. Found this cute idea on The Dating Divas blog for a spa night f...

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Here is a summer wedding that I designed the flowers for back in January. Robin, the bride gave me her suggestions and then she let me use my creative license to design her wedding flow...

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This is an idea for a wedding gift that you could really give any time of year! What about Christmas stockings for the bride and groom . You could also add other Christmas decorations. Newly...

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Aren't these fun? What a great idea for your cake table! His and hers, yours and mine, Mr. and Mrs. Whichever phrase you like, this would be such an elegant and simple addition to your decor...

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I'm back from vacation and just had to share these beautiful photos of a small cottage decked out in Shabby Chic decor. I came across this darling adorable cottage on Daisy Pink...

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If you want to let your guests know in plenty of time that you are inviting them to your wedding, "save the dates" come in handy. How about getting creative and sending out a very special type o...

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Wadley Farms Reception Center You have several options to consider when planning your reception. Will you do an outdoor backyard kind of wedding venue? Will you use a reception center, church...

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This weekend I designed my sister in law's wedding cake. She requested a carrot cake and left the rest up to me. She wanted some yellow on the cake. It was an outdoor wedding on the fir...

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(Photos courtesy of Paul Hansen) For those of you who love a royal wedding, Sweden will have a royal wedding tomorrow June 19th, 2010. Crown Princess Victoria will wed Mr. Daniel Westling i...

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A bridesmaid can help assist the bride in her wedding plans. She can be a great asset to the bride by doing a few simple things to help out. When you look at wedding lists, you usually see who d...

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Taking a look at the latest wedding dress fashions, sashes are in! These beautiful sashes were designed by Kirsten Kuehn Designs Beverly Hills . They can double not only as a sash but can ...

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OK so I came across these darling aprons on Ruffles and Stuff . Disney is sooo creative and she gives you the whole tutorial with photos on how to make these amazing aprons! You could make one ...

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