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Elegant Crystal Wedding Cake Toppers

April 14th, 2010

Crystal wedding toppers add a hint of drama to wedding cakes. With the various designs that can be chosen, from displays of monograms to crystal heart picture frames that show off the bride and groom. There is no way to go wrong with the crystalline presentation stations as the center-piece on top of your wedding cake.

The design is up to the designers interpretation, all you need is to imagine what you want. Elements of surprise boost designs of silver trees that support crystal jewelry. This will create bursting rays every time they are caught by the light reflecting on your guest. Your personality will set the limit on how far you take the design.

You can find your ideas for your wedding cake topper at jewelry stores. Perhaps you want a large scale version of your wedding sets to be presented as the center-piece on top of your cake. Look in your town for a local designer that could bring your vision to life, typically these are metal sculptors. Snap shots of your favorite pieces of art or your favorite hobby.

If it is spring time, imitate new birth through fluttering butterflies positioned on sterling silver stems and the butterflies are crystal with various colors of silver on the wings. Allow your cake to boost beautiful stems of flowers that are various colors of crystal, reflecting rays of light through the reception hall. It does not matter if the cake hosts butterflies, flowers or beautiful crystal figurines, the fact is simple the drama producing cake will leave your guests star struck.

Release the imagination, make a statement that will last a lifetime. Through the presentation of your cake, your guest will enjoy the breathtakingly beautiful finale to your wedding! It will be a founding memory for you and your partner and something you talk about years to come!

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Considerations For Outdoor Wedding Venues

March 23rd, 2010

There are a number of different factors that need to be taken into account when considering outdoor wedding venues. Whether you want to use a favorite place or are seeking a memorable backdrop, undertaking a little research and scouting locations can help you find the perfect venue.

Permission
Don’t assume that every outdoor venue will be able to hold wedding ceremonies or receptions. Do some research by contacting venues to determine whether they have the relevant permits to enable them to be a possibility. In addition, you should determine whether the venue is limited in respect of the times of year that it can be used.

Location
Consider the location of the outdoor venue to ensure that it comprises a suitable amount of parking to accommodate your guests. If it is not well known, take into account how easy it is to get to for people who have never been there before.

Time of Year
Taking the time of year into account is important as this will dictate the weather conditions. Checking the weather report for the relevant day will help you to decide whether an outdoor venue will be suitable. Check whether the venue has an alternative that you can make use of in the event of adverse weather conditions.

Layout
If you have a particular plan for the intended layout that you want for your ceremony, you must consider whether this is possible with your shortlist of outdoor wedding venues. For example, if a canopy will be required, you must make sure that it will be possible to erect one within the grounds of the venue. Decorative touches that you want to add may not always be possible where the venue is also used for other purposes so make sure you will be happy with this. Considering the layout will also help you to design where everything will be placed.

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Beautiful White Gold Cubic Zirconia Engagement Rings

March 9th, 2010

Cubic zirconia rings are a great affordable alternative to diamonds but there are some problems when it comes to choosing CZ rings for an engagement or wedding. The first problem is that many cubic zirconia engagement rings are set in silver or inferior metal mountings and therefore couples worry about the quality and longevity of the jewelry. The second problem is that CZ rings allow for couples to choose larger stones because they are cheaper than diamonds but ladies may be worried that their precious bridal sets may look fake or not very believable. The thirds problem is that cubic zirconia rings of varying qualities have recently flooded the market making it very difficult to know what ring is the best quality and design.

To help ladies who are about to become engaged and couples who are planning to buy their bridal sets, I have selected 2 beautiful high quality white gold cubic zirconia engagement rings that are set in fine precious metal mountings and will last, have believable sized stones that look very much like diamonds and are priced to accommodate moderate budgets.

Recommended Cubic Zirconia Engagement Rings

  1. The Elegant CZ Ring from Goldenmine costs just over $150 and is set in solid 14k white gold. The classic design is very delicate and believable with a central stone set in a curved design with 3 flute-like scrolls accenting the shank with smaller gemstones inside the flutes. The scroll details and the smaller cubic zirconia stones make this piece very believable so no one will question it is not a diamond creation. Cubic zirconia engagement rings set in gold that look real and are so affordable are not that easy to find, so I have chosen this piece as my number one choice. However, in a similar price range of $150 to $200 there are dozens of other designs, also in solid white gold, with about .25 carats of clear gems and different settings to accommodate a variety of tastes.
  2. If you have been searching for modern cubic zirconia engagement rings then you will love the Goldenmine design that is simply labeled with a code number,R3931-00YGA, but is a real bargain at just under $180 because it has a wide solid 14k gold band with a half carat gemstone and nothing else. This is one of the few contemporary solitaire cubic zirconia rings that is crisp and clean-lined, with a highly polished band.

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Ideas For Cheap Wedding Centerpieces

January 19th, 2010

There are plenty of wedding centerpieces out there that you can buy quite cheaply if you have the time and imagination to do your research. With millions of images now online you can get lots of ideas from what other people have used. Centerpieces offer a part of your wedding budget that you can keep under control without sacrificing the look of the day. Keep in mind your theme or colors and look for unusual items that would fit in. Then you just need to find a way to display them in a unique and interesting way.

Sweets are an inexpensive item to use in your wedding centerpiece. They come in many different colors so the chances are you will be able to match them in. They can then be displayed in large, interesting glass jars or bowls. Surround these cheap centerpieces with some small silk bags and invite your guests to fill their bags up with the sweets; here you are combining your wedding favors with your centerpieces so are killing two birds with one stone. Go for old fashioned sweets to make the display something of a talking point or consider gourmet chocolates arranged on a tall cake stand for another version of this food idea.

If you have green fingers, you could cut the cost of your centerpieces by growing mini shrubs to put in decorated pots or flowers to use in long stem vases. Even if you are not up to growing these yourself, you could buy the plants from your local DIY store or garden center and re-pot them into containers you have painted to match your wedding color scheme. This saves them being thrown out at the end of the evening as your guests could take them home with them as a memento.

Candles need not be displayed in expensive candelabras. For an interesting arrangement, buy a number of candles in different shapes and sizes and use mirrored tiles as their stand. Scatter with glass stones or rose petals for added interest.

Once you realize that you are not confined to flowers and candles for your cheap wedding centerpieces, the only limit on the everyday items you could combine into something stunning is your imagination.

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