For a notary public, being asked to officiate at a wedding ceremony is a great honor and responsibility. Only three states currently allow notaries to officiate at wedding ceremonies. If you're a notary from Florida, Maine or South Carolina, you're legally qualified to solemnize a marriage. Even if this is your first time performing a wedding ceremony, you can help create a perfect wedding day by planning ahead, educating yourself and consulting with the couple.
Address Informal Wedding Invitations
Many engaged couples today are choosing an informal wedding. The reasons are varied, from saving money to looking to create a unique event that reflects the couple's personality. A casual style can extend to the invitations and how they are addressed. Couples can opt out of the traditional style of addressing invitations to friends and family with Mr. and Mrs., especially if they are planning a small or casual affair. There are ways of addressing the envelope to reflect the couple's informal style.
List Songs on a Wedding Program
Wedding programs are meant to communicate the thought and planning you have put into your ceremony to your guests, to help them know what to expect during the ceremony, and to share important information with them (such as where the cake is after the ceremony). The music in your ceremony sets the mood for your wedding, and listing it in your program can help you to remember in the future what you played at your wedding, and help others identify the music played during your ceremony.
Have a Beach Wedding
Beach weddings are one the most romantic and popular ways to say "I do." The natural beauty of the setting is impossible to match indoors and everyone will remember the amazing day that they had with you and your new spouse at the beach. Many people elect to spend several days at the beach before the wedding enjoying the company of their families and close friends before the big day. In this article, we will discuss how to have a beach wedding.
Celebrate a Silver Wedding Anniversary
A 25th anniversary is a truly special occasion. Although lavish parties in fancy locations are the choice for some, a more casual, yet elegant, event at the home of a friend or relative can be equally festive. For most couples with children, the kids are no longer tiny and should be included in the celebration,
Make a Square Wedding Cake
Square wedding cakes offer an unusual twist on the traditional round wedding cake. Square cakes can be placed in tiers, similar to round cakes, or placed at different angles to provide an interesting look. While many bakeries and professionals who make wedding cakes can create a square wedding cake for a couple, square wedding cakes can also be accomplished at home with a little extra effort and preparation. Does this Spark an idea?
Decide Who to Invite to Your Wedding
You agreed to have no more than 125 guests at your wedding. But you've just realized that between the two of you, you have 300 people you want to invite. Now what?
How Do You Get the Wedding Key in "MapleStory"?
In the multiplayer, browser-based online game "MapleStory," there are many quests to undertake. One of them is to enter the hall in which Princess Violetta is about to get married. To gain entry to the hall, you must find the wedding hall key, which is kept by King Pepe and his collection of Yetis. There are three Yetis of a particular color -- white, dark and gold -- that you must kill in order to obtain the key; make sure you have enough potions to tackle them, since each fight can last up to ten minutes.
Plan a Muslim Wedding
Muslims are followers of Islam, one of the fastest growing religions in the world. Islam considers itself to be a universal religion, with more than 1.5 billion members from all races and virtually every country on earth. Traditions like marriage vary, depending upon the sect and the culture, but Muslims are consistent in viewing marriage as a pact between the couple and Allah. There are no official clergy required to officiate at the ceremony; the only obligation is the signing of a marriage contract. Yet planning a Muslim wedding -- or any wedding, for that matter --- is never a simple affair.
Conduct a Wedding Cake Consultation
Before meeting with your client, you need to be prepared to assist with the decision-making process of the wedding planner or the bride and groom to be. A potential customer may have a general idea of what flavors and designs are liked or disliked, but it is up to you help her decide on a specific cake, filling and decoration that fits the theme of the wedding. Ensure the success of your consultation by bringing everything to the table to make the meeting productive. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Wedding Cake Frosting
Making wedding-cake frosting at home is easy, inexpensive, and requires only a few basic ingredients. Confectioner's sugar, vegetable shortening and vanilla extract are combined to create a light, fluffy, and delicious frosting with an extremely white color. This recipe yields approximately five cups of frosting, but a double batch can be made if necessary. Add this to my Recipe Box.
Register as a Wedding Minister in Oregon
When you decide to become a wedding minister, you are accepting the responsibility of being able to make a marriage official and legal. Being a wedding minister in Oregon means that you can officiate a non-denominational wedding ceremony. You can perform a wedding ceremony in a park, a hotel, golf course or at a home. You do not have to have a religious background to become an ordained wedding minister. You will be asked about performing wedding vows, so it is helpful to be a good writer and public speaker.
Start Selling Wedding Invitations
The wedding industry is a lucrative one. Wedding invitations are an essential component of wedding planning, and many engaged couples want elegant, stylish invitations that fit their budget. As long as you have the time, some basic equipment, and the desire to craft unique wedding invitations, it isn't hard to get into business. Just remember the golden rule--what the bride wants, the bride gets.
Plan a Wedding Social
A wedding social is a fundraising event with origins in Manitoba, Canada. The social is a chance for the bride and groom to raise money for their honeymoon, wedding or for any future plans such as buying a home. In return, the guests get a chance to win prizes and enjoy the social event. Wedding socials are also know as Winnipeg Socials, Manitoba Socials or Fundraising Socials.
Plan Drinks Per Guest at a Wedding Reception
Planning a wedding reception means taking important details into account, and one of the most important is the amount of various beverages that will be required at the wedding. Drinks are an essential part of any party, and since the reception will serve some type of food--and cake at the very least--the hosts of the reception must be sure to keep the fluid flowing. If the reception is a sit-down dinner and includes dancing, drinks are even more important. Fortunately, planning drinks per guest at a wedding reception is a matter of some simple math and a little thoughtful estimation.
Write a Check as a Wedding Gift
Weddings can be quite expensive and not all parents cover the costs of their child's wedding. A wedding also signifies the start of the couple's lives together. It is a great idea to give the couple money as a wedding gift. They are sure to need it, and will be grateful not to receive a third toaster. There are a few things you need to know about writing a check as a wedding gift.
Dress for a Formal Wedding
Sometimes choosing what to wear to a wedding is as difficult for the guests as it is for the bride. Knowing what's appropriate is not always easy. If the wedding you've been invited to is a formal affair, though, then that's your cue to go all out and doll yourself up. Here are some tips to keep in mind as you choose your attire for a formal wedding. Does this Spark an idea?
Keep Engagement & Wedding Bands Together Without Soldering
After getting married, some women choose to wear both their wedding band and their engagement ring together. Some rings are designed to be worn together and don't look quite right separately. However, if the rings are not held together or properly fitted, they may rub against each other causing excessive wear and tear. While some people choose to solder the rings together permanently, you can use alternatives to hold the rings together. Does this Spark an idea?
Give a Memorable Wedding Toast
Your closest pal has just asked you to serve as the best man at his wedding. While planning the bachelor party shouldn't be a problem, you may find yourself daunted by the fact that you have to give a speech in front of hundreds of people. Have no fear! Giving a wedding toast shouldn't be a problem if you follow these easy steps:
Eat Year Old Wedding Cake
Wedding cakes are an important part of just about every wedding reception. Saving a piece of the wedding cake to eat on your one year anniversary is another wedding tradition that many couples follow. Some couples go the traditional route and have the top layer made of fruit cake, and save that for their year anniversary.
Plan a Dream Wedding on a Budget in the Philippines
Planning your dream wedding doesn't mean it has to be expensive---especially in the Philippines. If you'll be working within a budget and you're afraid it won't afford you the wedding you've always imagined, don't be. Choose from an array of inexpensive wedding suppliers (the Philippines has loads of them) to help make your dream wedding on a budget a reality. Be definitive in your planning and avail yourself to the numerous available resources to plan an inexpensive, but ideal, dream wedding.
Clean a Wedding Dress by Hand Washing
Most people believe the only way to launder a wedding dress is to send it to the dry cleaners. Depending on the materials used in the dress, this is not necessarily true. Since weddings are big business, you can save quite a bit if you launder your wedding dress yourself. Does this Spark an idea?
Get Married Without the Wedding
Getting legally married and taking part in a wedding ceremony are two different things. Marriage is a legal contract between two people that is filed with the government. A wedding is held for personal or religious reasons to celebrate your union in front of many witnesses. Some couples elect to delay the wedding ceremony for various reasons, while others simply prefer to forgo the complication and expense of planning a full wedding ceremony. If you and your partner are not inclined to have a wedding ceremony, you can certainly still get married.
Plan a Traditional Wedding
There are so many different wedding themes available to today's couples, it's sometimes difficult to decide on the perfect one. Simplify your choices by choosing a traditional wedding theme. A traditional wedding offers elegance and romance that will enchant any bride and groom with rituals and customs steeped in history.
Remove Old Stains From a Wedding Dress
Preservation of your wedding dress can be a simple task to preform. If preserved correctly, most wedding dresses will fail to incur stains on the fabric. For those select few dresses, coppery looking stains may appear. In order to remove those stains as well as other stains that were obtained during the big day, try some of the following suggestions to make your dress look brand new. Does this Spark an idea?
Have a Wedding for Under $1000
Do you know how much the average wedding costs? The average wedding costs somewhere around $20,000. Many people don't have that type of money to spend, even on an event as important as a wedding. But who needs thousands of dollars? You just need a little help and creativity to have the wedding of your dreams.
Plan an Atheist Wedding
For atheist couples, a wedding doesn't have to end with a visit to the local courthouse. Just because you don't want God involved in your union, doesn't mean that you can't celebrate your wedding in front of your family and friends. There are many options open to couples who wish to hold a non-religious wedding ceremony.
Address the Inside Envelope of Wedding Invitations
Etiquette and tradition dictate the proper way to address wedding invitation envelopes. Most invitations include both an outside and inside envelope. When addressing the inner envelope of a wedding invitation, you need only include the titles and last names of guests, with the use of first names reserved for the outer envelopes. Because there are so many titles available depending on the circumstances, take care to address the envelopes properly so as not to offend anyone.
Keep Wedding Flowers Fresh
Silk wedding flowers have their advantages, but nothing can equal the natural beauty and romance of live wedding flowers. A priority when using live flowers is maintaining their perfect condition for the ceremony and reception. For brides preparing their own flowers, or for those marrying outdoors during hot weather, this can be a challenge. Proper preparation and care will help keep live flowers perky throughout your special day.
Plan a Small Wedding Reception On a Budget
Even if your budget is small and your wedding dreams are big, you can plan a reception that will provide a lifetime of cherished memories for the happy couple and their loved ones.
Start a Wedding Decorating Business
Starting a wedding decoration business can be easy. But, like any other business, it is important to do your research and work hard to help you save money in the beginning and make money once the business gets off the ground. Time management will be critical to your success, as will surrounding yourself with help you can afford and customers who are worthy of your efforts. It is helpful if you have experience working in the decorating industry before starting your own business, but experience is not necessary if you have the passion and skills needed to start and operate your own successful wedding decorating company. Does this Spark an idea?
Plan a Hindu Wedding
Hindu weddings are steeped in important rituals and customs. Some couples choose to have the typical Hindu ceremony that spans several days, while others have a condensed version that lasts only a few hours.
Defrost the Wedding Cake for an Anniversary
Freezing your wedding cake to eat on your first year anniversary is a classic tradition that allows you to relive the magic of your wedding day as you move forward in your life together. But this romantic tradition is only as good as the techniques used for freezing and defrosting your cake. For a cake that is just as delicious as it was on your wedding day, be sure to defrost it in the proper way.
Get Rid of Wedding Day Jitters
The church is booked, the guests are invited, the menu is selected but suddenly you have this nagging feeling. This sort of unsettling, "what the heck am I doing" thought that never quite subsides. Call it cold feet or nerves, you have the wedding day jitters. Here are a few steps on how to get rid of them!
Plan a Small Beach Wedding
A small wedding on the beach is a particularly romantic way to start your marriage. Although your wedding might be small, you'll find that arranging a beach wedding will still require a certain amount of planning and preparation. Before you can start making arrangements, you and your future spouse will need to determine how many guests you plan to invite to your wedding and agree on the type of beach wedding to have.
Make a Wedding Program on Microsoft Word
Getting ready for a wedding is always exciting, but it can get quite hectic. If you don't have the time or money to have your wedding invitations done professionally, one option is to create them yourself in Microsoft Word. Programs can take some time if you don't have a starting point. Fortunately, Microsoft Word gives you full access to online templates that you can customize to match your wedding needs.
Plan a Small Intimate Wedding
Smart, cost-conscious couples will see the value in planning a small intimate wedding rather than paying tens of thousands of dollars for elaborate affairs. In fact, while low in cost, a small intimate wedding can be even more entertaining and special for guests and the bride and groom because everyone can talk, laugh and share memories. Here are a few tips to help you plan a small intimate wedding that will bring your family together and give you more "bang" for your buck. Think outside of the box when you're planning a small wedding---there are so many exciting possibilities.
Meet Women at Weddings
A wedding can be a great place to meet women. Love is in the air, the event has everyone in a celebratory mood, and plenty of ladies are also on the lookout for a potential boyfriend. Dress appropriately for the occasion in a well-made suit, go light on the cologne, and decide to enjoy yourself whether you land a date for next Saturday night or not.
Package Wedding Invitations
If you thought the rules of etiquette applied only to the wording on your wedding invitations and envelopes, you are mistaken. However, weddings have been conducted for long enough that a specific set of rules is available to guide brides and grooms on the order and packaging of wedding invitations. Following the etiquette for wedding invitation packaging will make it easier for your guests to learn about your wedding details and inform you of their decision to attend in a timely and organized manner.
Plan a Small Cheap Wedding
Weddings can be a lot of fun to plan on any budget. When you have a smaller budget, it may take a little more creativity to create a wedding, but it can be done. It may take a little more time planning and preparing, but you can have a beautiful and memorable wedding for a lot less than traditional weddings that cost much more.
Plan a Quick & Simple Wedding in 6 Weeks
You can plan a quick simple wedding in six weeks with focused preparation, ingenuity and flexibility. Flexibility is the key as you must be willing to compromise on the date, time and location. As most locations for weddings are planned a year in advance, and the most popular venues up to two years, you must be willing to adjust your dream wedding to one that is more accommodating. Select lesser-known reception venues, or look for an unusual site and inquire if a wedding reception can be scheduled. It might be a tough and busy next few weeks, but with the help of friends and family you can make your wedding memorable even in a short time span.
Plan a Wedding Rehearsal
A wedding rehearsal is usually a kick-off event the night before the wedding. The rehearsal is a chance for everyone to meet and practice for the wedding. It also gives the wedding party a chance to get to know each other. Often the wedding rehearsal is followed with dinner.
Make a Wedding Dress Bustle
Wedding dress alterations such as bustle additions can be fairly expensive, and the last thing a bride needs when trying to stick to a wedding budget. An attractive wedding dress bustle is not as difficult to make as it may seem, and costs much less to make on your own. Whether you have made your own wedding dress or are altering an existing dress, a bustle will help get your train out of the way so you can better celebrate when the ceremony ends.
Plan a Small Wedding at Home
You have decided to get married in the comfort and familiarity of your own home. You want to keep the wedding small and intimate, yet personalized and memorable for family and guests. From festive backyard barbecues to white canopied formal events, small, at-home weddings take some planning and extra forethought. Consider the steps below to help you plan your small wedding at home.
Reply to a Blank RSVP for a Wedding
Most wedding invitations come with RSVP cards where invitees can let the bride and groom know whether they are attending the couple's special day by checking either "Attending" or "Not Attending." However, sometimes RSVP cards are left blank so that the invitee can provide a personal response in writing. It is important to fill out an RSVP card -- whether or not you're going to the wedding -- so that the couple can plan the event with the correct number of guests in mind.
Become a Legal Wedding Officiant
One of the benefits of being a legal wedding officiant is the opportunity to join friends and family in matrimony. And there are other advantages to taking this step. Legal wedding officiates can set their own rates to earn money for performing services which, depending on which type of officiate you become, can include not only weddings, but funerals, blessings and other belief-based ceremonies. Instead of going to a university or seminary to achieve this position, you can go online and become certified fairly quickly.
Perform Wedding Ceremonies
Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. You do have the right to have some say as to how the wedding is performed although some of the ceremony rituals will remain the same. The officiant will know how the basic ceremony goes and he or she will ask you if there is anything you want to add or if you want to create your own vows, etc. Here are the basics on how to perform a wedding ceremony:
Dress for a Wedding Reception
Knowing how to dress for a wedding reception is important. If you're dressed too fancy or not fancy enough, you're going to stand out like a sore thumb. That's not the kind of lasting impression you want to leave on your fellow guests or the happy couple. Unless you're the bride or groom, it pays to learn how to dress for a wedding reception before you attend one.
fund a wedding
Getting married is one of the most expensive things you can do in life, eclipsed perhaps only by buying a house. If you’re hoping for a small wedding, the costs such as the church, flowers, reception, bride’s dress and groom’s outfit can add up. And when you account for any finishing touches like a hairdresser, table centres, favours, chair sashes and music you realise just how expensive a wedding can be. Thorough planning on how to fund your wedding can help you stick to a budget and have your dream wedding without the costs taking over.
Block Hotel Rooms for a Wedding
You have reserved the venue, caterer, florist and officiant, and your wedding to do list seems complete. But when planning a wedding, you cannot neglect your duties as host or hostess. Part of this is making sure your guests have somewhere to stay. Fortunately, reserving a block of rooms at an area hotel can take as little as 10 minutes.
Get Ordained to Perform a Non-Denominational Wedding
Many couples are now choosing to have a friend or relative officiate their wedding ceremony rather than a judge or minister. This unorthodox honor may bring some anxiety: where do you begin? Luckily, it's easier than it seems.
Plan a Wedding for Less Than 50 People
When it comes to your wedding, bigger does not necessarily mean better. A smaller celebration of 50 people or less has many positive points, like more personal time with each guest and more options with your budget. Fewer guests means that the couple can pay attention to details that will truly make their wedding special. This doesn't mean that you won't have a tedious checklist, but planning a small wedding gives you a chance to go all out and have the wedding of your dreams.
Plan a Wedding for Under $5,000
One of the first things a bride-to-be should do is to create a wedding budget. It's important to know how much money is available for the wedding. Savvy brides who are willing to stick to their budget and watch their pennies can plan an elegant wedding for under $5,000. The couple needs to decide what they will cut costs on and what they won't. Two of the most expensive items are food and drink, so a smaller guest list can save thousands.
Write People's Names on Wedding Invitations
There are a number of etiquette rules to keep in mind when addressing wedding invitations so you don't offend a guest. You want to be sure to list each person invited to the wedding on the invitation. For example, if a family is invited, this would mean writing on the inner envelope the names of the children, oldest first. You would also want to include an "and guest" addendum on the inner envelope. This helps keep your guest list intact while graciously telling guests exactly who is invited.
Become a Wedding Planner in Ontario
A wedding planner takes technical and creative input from the bride and groom and turns it into a beautiful and memorable event. Your career as a wedding planner in Ontario starts with observing all of the components that make up a successful wedding. Learn every possible job performed at a wedding so you can create an experience that runs smoothly and stays within budget.
Put a Wedding Together in Three Months
Whether you just can't wait to be married or the stresses of life require you to get married in a rush, planning a wedding in three months isn't impossible. When you're putting together a wedding in such a short time frame, you must choose the elements of your wedding that are most important to you and focus on them. Even with this focus, planning all the details of your wedding in three months is too big a job for one couple, so enlist your family and friends to help put the event together.
Stack a Wedding Cake
Wedding cakes are frequently several individual cakes elegantly stacked on top of each other instead of one large one layer cake. Each stacked cake layer is called a tier. Most stacked wedding cakes are three or four-tier cakes. Finished stacked wedding cakes appear as if the cakes are just set on top of each other. This is not the case because if they were the cakes would crumble under the weight above it. Instead wedding cakes are stacked in a way that offers support to the layer below. Add this to my Recipe Box.
Plan a Wedding in "Sims 3"
In "The Sims 3," it is possible for two Sims to get married. Once two Sims have completely filled their relationship bar while dating, the option to propose will appear. Upon proposing, you have the option of getting married immediately in a private ceremony, or to wait and have a wedding party in which your friends and family are invited. Planning a wedding party in "The Sims 3" happens by telephone on the lot of the engaged Sims.
Start a Wedding Venue Business
Every couple that plans a wedding knows that it's important to secure the wedding venue as early as possible. The most popular venues are often booked months or years in advance. That's why owning and operating a wedding venue business can be a very lucrative venture, as well as an amazingly secure one. When you have a locale that's in hot demand with events booked well into the future, you have a source of income that you can count on.
Plan a Wedding at a Public Space on "The Sims 3"
You've guided your Sim through their entire life in "The Sims 3," and finally, they're all grown up and ready to get married. If your Sim has found that special someone and gotten engaged, all that's left to do is plan the wedding. In "The Sims 3," you have two choices for wedding planning. You are able to host a private wedding for the happy couple and any nearby family members. This is an ideal option if you want to get married quickly. But if you like parties and have lots of friends, consider planning a public wedding.
Attach the Wedding Ribbon on the Car
Car decorations are a traditional way to mark the car of a newlywed couple. Members of the wedding party or other close friends usually decorate the wedding car with ribbons, empty tin cans and writing to announce the wedding for all to see. Attaching ribbon to the car takes just a few minutes. Once the ribbon is in place, it will remain intact until it is removed.
Write a Wedding Toast
A wedding is one of the most important days of many people's lives, and everyone wants her special day to be just perfect. Of course, if you're going to the reception, you'll want to have a good wedding toast ready, especially if you're in the wedding party or are the father of the bride or groom. Luckily, there are some easy steps to follow to make sure you don't embarrass anyone, including yourself.
Try On Wedding Dresses
Shopping for your wedding dress can be the most exciting, and also the most challenging, part of planning your wedding. Every woman wants to have the perfect dress and look her best. An important step in achieving that is knowing how to try on wedding dresses to find the best style, fit, and overall look that you're hoping for. Does this Spark an idea?
Become a Wedding Planner in New York City
Wedding planning can be a wonderful career choice for the right person. Although this career can be very fulfilling, it can also be very competitive. New York City is one place where the demand for wedding planners may be high, but you will also need to set yourself apart from all of the others that are already in business.
Address a Card for a Wedding Gift
In the midst of the drama and stress of a wedding, addressing the wedding gift card should be the easiest task you do all day. There are formal and informal ways of addressing a card, but one rule remains the same.
Start a Wedding Band
Wedding bands can earn a lot of money for a job they enjoy doing. The bands usually play songs from a wide variety of musical genres because they have such a diverse audience of many ages at weddings. As long as you have the necessary amount of talent and dedication, it's easier than you think to start your own wedding band. Set the ball rolling now and you could soon be earning extra cash with your musical talents.
Start a Wedding Planning Business
If you love weddings and have a very organized personality, starting your own wedding planning business may be the right choice for you. This type of business is fun and exciting. You can help happy couples plan the weddings of their dreams. Read on to learn more.
Make a Boutonniere for a Wedding or a Prom
A boutonniere-- a flower or floral decoration worn by men-can add an elegant touch to any formal coat or jacket. Use the flower of your choice to complete this easy project, and look even more stunning to the ladies. Does this Spark an idea?
Avoid Fainting at Your Wedding
Watch any program featuring "outrageous videos" and you'll see footage of numerous people fainting at their wedding, the grooms as well as the brides. These clips may be funny later, but fainting at your wedding can be both embarrassing and dangerous. Your special day will be full of intense excitement as well as stress, and it's important to take care of yourself and plan ahead. Follow these guidelines to avoid fainting at your wedding and have the perfectly happy day you deserve!
Plan a Military Wedding
Military weddings are distinguished from most other types of weddings by the formal uniforms worn by the bride and/or groom and by the special traditions that are woven into the ceremony and reception to make the day special.
Plan a Beach Wedding on a Budget
Beach or destination weddings are convenient to the newly married couple. They get married, enjoy their reception, and then they start they honeymoon all in the same place. This type of wedding can be very costly though, but there is a way to plan a beach wedding on a budget.
Become a Disney Wedding Planner
Walt Disney World and other Disney properties are known as places where dreams come true. Disney weddings are growing in popularity, with weddings planned and conducted on Disney properties every day. Disney wedding planners customize each wedding so every couple experiences their fairy tale wedding. Disney cast members take care of everything. Disney started hosting weddings and providing planners in 1991.
Become a Wedding Singer
Do you like weddings? Do you like singing? Combine your two passions by becoming a wedding singer. It's a fun way to be a part of the wedding celebration as well as a fun way to make a living. Read on to learn how to become a wedding singer.
DJ a Wedding Reception
Regardless of whether you are a new or experienced DJ, a wedding reception is an event that requires a distinct and careful approach in order to satisfy the bride, groom and guests. This event is one of the most important days of the bride and groom's lives, so there will be a lot of pressure on you as the DJ to make sure the music is special, appropriate and, most importantly, entertaining.
Preserve Wedding Veils
A wedding veil is a precious accessory from your wedding that can be handed down from generation to generation. The veil must be preserved properly in order to maintain the integrity of the material for use. Professional dry cleaners provide the services to preserve your veil, but there are simple steps you can take at home. Does this Spark an idea?
Object at a Wedding
You may want to joke around and pretend to object at a friend's wedding, or you could be very serious and intend to try to stop the wedding. Either way, it's very hard to get the courage to do this and know exactly what to say.
Plan the Perfect Inexpensive Wedding Within 3 Months
Weddings today tend to be extravagant affairs that take months, if not a year or more, to plan --- at significant cost. Planning an inexpensive wedding quickly is doable but requires significant organization. Handling more of the details and preparation of the wedding yourself will reduce costs, since much of the wedding expense goes to time and labor charged by vendors.
Defrost a Wedding Cake
It's a tradition for a couple to freeze the top tier of their wedding cake and save it to eat on their first anniversary. After being frozen for an entire year, a wedding cake must be defrosted correctly in order to preserve as much of the original flavor and texture as possible. Does this Spark an idea?
Become a Wedding Officiant
Choosing to become a wedding officiant can be a delightful way to perform a necessary service while enjoying a profitable income. Wedding officiants who are independent from organized religion often have complete wedding-planning businesses. A successful wedding business often requires travel to unusual or romantic getaways for the ceremonies.
Dance at a Wedding
The average person doesn't encounter many opportunities to dance during the course of a day. But as a wedding approaches, you may have the need to brush up on your dance steps. To avoid a potentially embarrassing scene, there are a few things you can do to prepare to dance at a wedding ceremony.
Start a Wedding Rental Business
A wedding rental business can be relatively easy to start as a home business. You can start very small or begin large scale. There is always a good demand for wedding rentals.
Spot Clean a Wedding Gown
You may have chosen to use the same gown as a family member or purchased your wedding gown from the second-hand market or you may wish to clean your own wedding gown after the wedding. Professional wedding gown cleaning can cost hundreds of dollars, so why not try spot cleaning the soiled areas of your wedding gown to save a little money? If your wedding gown has the most common types of stains, this is an easy process, as long as you have the right tools. Does this Spark an idea?
Crash a Wedding
Weddings and their receptions make for wonderful parties. Food and drink are usually abundant. The partygoers are typically in a good mood and don't always know all of the guests. Either as a hobby or for a one-time event, crashing a wedding can be a fun challenge.
Correctly Address Wedding Invitation Envelopes
The etiquette of addressing formal invitation envelopes can leave you scratching your head. When you're inviting a single mom or a family where not everyone has the same last name, the formal address gets tricky. Don't fret about making an etiquette faux pas. Just educate yourself on the proper titles, and your wedding invitations will make the invitee smile.
Start Up a Wedding Dress Business
Behind every wedding dress displayed in a bridal shop, there is a business dedicated to making sure that wedding dress gets sold. The people who used their creativity and textile expertise to create that beautiful wedding dress in the shop window themselves represent the hidden business of wedding dress making and distributing.
Getting started in the wedding dress business requires more than just a few good dress designs. Successful wedding dress businesses create high-quality dresses that appeal to the ever-changing tastes of brides and the increasingly fickle bridal fashion trends of the day. Moreover, these businesses form lasting relationships with bridal gown retailers to ensure their products always have a place on the rack. Does this Spark an idea?
Getting started in the wedding dress business requires more than just a few good dress designs. Successful wedding dress businesses create high-quality dresses that appeal to the ever-changing tastes of brides and the increasingly fickle bridal fashion trends of the day. Moreover, these businesses form lasting relationships with bridal gown retailers to ensure their products always have a place on the rack. Does this Spark an idea?
Do Your Own Wedding Invitations on Microsoft Word
If you are a do-it-yourself bride, then you may be interested in making your own wedding invitations. You may think you need a fancy design program to make professional-looking wedding invitations. In reality, you can do your own wedding invitation on Microsoft Word, a program available on most computers.
Estimate the Number of Guests to Expect at a Wedding
Failure to plan for enough guests at your wedding can turn your dream evening into a night of chaos. Your wedding vendors make preparations based on the estimated guest count; if your approximations are way off, so will be a bulk of the details. Use your guest list as a tool to determine the maximum number of people who will attend your wedding. Then, come to your estimation as you evaluate how likely it is that your guests will show, based on specific factors regarding your wedding and invitations.
Print Wedding Envelopes
While it is more proper and personal to hand write your wedding envelopes, brides sometimes choose to print the addresses on the wedding envelopes using their home printer. Brides magazine suggests that a bride should only print the addresses on her envelopes if the font used is close to, if not the same as, the font used on her invitations. In this case, the bride should always print the addresses directly on the envelope and not a label.
Freeze Wedding Cake
If you are like most couples, you want to follow the tradition of freezing the top layer of your wedding cake in order to eat it on your first anniversary. Freezing the cake is relatively simple, but you have to do it in a way that keeps it fresh for a whole year.
Stop the Wedding on "MapleStory"
MapleStory is an online roleplaying game in which players undertake quests and slay monsters. The game features weekly updates and events. Players may encounter the mission "Stop the Wedding," in which the Mushking is eager to prevent the marriage of his daughter, Princess Violetta, from reaching fruition. Completing this quest opens up the opportunity to complete the quest, "King Pepe's Scroll." Players must enlist the assistance of other players to complete this mission. Only players between levels 30 and 38 will be able to undertake this mission.
Become a Wedding Officiate in California
You may want someone close to you officiate at your wedding ceremony. This may be a special religious leader, a political leader, member of the court system, or even a family member who applies for a permit to perform your wedding ceremony. California law allows for you to become a wedding officiant in a number of ways, most of which require a background in religious or legal duties.
Pack Wedding Invitations
Invitation preparation is just one of the multitude of wedding planning details that most couples face. The various cards and enclosures that make up a traditional double envelope wedding invitation can be more than a little intimidating. Correctly assembling wedding invitations isn't predicated on a set of arbitrary rules but is geared toward ensuring that the guest is able to have easy access to the invitation and enclosures without the danger of anything falling out when the invitation is opened.
Reserve Hotel Rooms for Wedding Guests
If you are planning the details of your wedding, it is important to reserve hotel rooms for wedding guests. Circumstances may arise where you will be getting married that may prevent your guests from being able to book hotel rooms. When multiple hotel rooms are booked, the hotel often will give you a discount. Booking hotel rooms in advance will save you and your wedding guests money, time and frustration.
Plan a Wedding Reception on a Budget
From the decor and refreshments to the entertainment and favors, a wedding reception can easily eat up your entire wedding budget if you don't plan in advance. When you take the time to figure out a spending limit in regards to the reception -- about 48 to 50 percent of your entire budget, according to TheKnot.com website -- you'll have an easier time of staying within the financial bounds. With a set amount to spend, you'll know when you need to hold back and when you can splurge.
Invite Friends to a Wedding Party in "MapleStory"
The wedding scenario in "MapleStory" allows two opposite gender characters to marry. Before a wedding can occur, a groom must complete a series of quests to obtain an engagement ring. He must also propose to the bride-to-be. If the bride accepts the proposal, the two will be engaged and the marriage ceremony can be scheduled. Once the engaged couple purchase a wedding coupon, they receive wedding invitations which they may send to friends of their choice. A friend can be invited by selecting the invitation in the bride or groom's item bag.
Plan a Cheap Beach Wedding
Beach weddings or destination weddings have grown in popularity recently. They offer a very special way to celebrate a marriage with a select group or friends and family in a location that can be elegant and beautiful naturally. A beach wedding doesn't have to be unduly expensive either. Here are suggestions for planning the ideal cheap beach wedding.
Plan a Fast Wedding Cheap
Planning a wedding under normal circumstance is an expensive and time consuming task. For some people, however, time and money isn't a luxury and planning a wedding needs to be fast and inexpensive. If you are getting married and time is of the essence, you don't want your limitations to take away from the importance of the day. Planning a quick wedding might sound expensive, but it can be pulled off cheaply if you are willing to think outside of the box and be creative when it comes to marriage.
Plan a Cruise Wedding
A cruise wedding can be surprisingly affordable. Choosing to be married on a cruise ship is one way to combine many wedding and honeymoon expenses into one lump sum. Another advantage of a cruise wedding is that much of the planning and stress can be removed from the bride, groom and their families. This is because when you purchase a wedding package, you are also purchasing the services of an event planner who will be responsible for the majority of the details of the wedding. Learn how to plan a cruise wedding to see if this is an option for you.
Wear a Wedding Set Correctly
When planning your wedding, you and your fiancé will have to make dozens of decisions about dozens of details. So, you may forget to ask little questions, such as how to wear your wedding ring set? Familiarize yourself with the traditions, and try your wedding set on prior to the wedding day, so you will not be surprised at the altar. Does this Spark an idea?
Iron a Wedding Veil?
The veil is an important part of the bride's wedding attire. It's a traditional element that completes the bridal look. Veils are typically made of very thin, sensitive material that wrinkles easily. This can be frustrating because as you move things around and try it on several times, you might find that it has been wrinkled. Because it is so thin, you have to take great care when ironing your veil so you don't burn or ruin it. Make sure you leave some time to do this a few days before the wedding so you're not rushing around at the last minute to get the wrinkles out. Does this Spark an idea?
Put Wedding Invitations in Envelopes
Not every engaged couple is interested in following the traditional, formal rules of wedding etiquette. However, those who are want to be certain they are doing things correctly. It might seem that putting wedding invitations together would be a simple task, but when an invitation includes response cards, maps and other information, it can get confusing. Fortunately, it is possible to do this task correctly by following a few guidelines.
Start a Wedding Chapel Business
Starting a wedding chapel business can be a financially and emotionally rewarding endeavor. Making your wedding chapel a one-stop shop for couples planning their big day can raise your profits significantly and make yours the chapel of choice in your local area.
Clean a Wedding Veil
Wedding veils are often heirloom items, and keeping them in good condition is very important. Proper cleaning of your veil is essential to its preservation. Thankfully, cleaning a wedding veil isn't very difficult as long as you have the right supplies. Does this Spark an idea?
Plan a Wedding in 5 Months
The majority of wedding planning books and magazines will swear you need at least a year to plan a wedding. But you can plan a wonderful wedding in 5 months or less. Yes, you'll have to act quickly. And if you've got your heart set on a princess affair complete with horse-drawn carriages and twittering bluebirds, you'll probably have to tone things down a bit. Still, as long as you're organized and keep a realistic outlook, you can have the wedding of your dreams 5 months from the day you said yes.
Organize a Wedding Fair
A wedding fair can be a large production that brings in engaged couples from a wide area, or a more intimate wedding show for a smaller area.
Clean a Satin Wedding Dress
Cleaning a wedding dress can be intimidating. These are some of the most elaborate and beautiful garments that can be worn--and when you factor in the emotional attachments that accompany a wedding dress as well as the delicate satin, the prospect of cleaning can be downright terrifying. Fortunately, you can clean almost anything out of a satin wedding dress in the comfort of your own home, saving you time and money. Does this Spark an idea?
Plan a Low Budget Wedding
You will remember your wedding day for the rest of your life, no matter the size of your cake or the cost of your dress. Make the most of your small budget by planning ahead and utilizing all your resources. A low budget wedding can be just as glamorous as an expensive one, if done right. Give yourself the fairy tale wedding you desire without going bankrupt.
Get Your Wedding in Jet Magazine
JET Magazine, known online as EbonyJet.com, is an online daily magazine that seeks to create an online platform for exploring issues that impact African-Americans, as well as how African-Americans impact the world. JET Magazine is also available in print form on a weekly basis, publishing articles that range from celebrity profiles to style and living to profiles of real people and their weddings. JET Magazine features weddings in its "Love and Happiness" section each week.
Reserve a Church for Your Wedding
Many people, whether they attend church regularly or not, want to get married in a church. If you do attend a church, that's probably where you'll want to get married. If you don't, you may still have a church in mind for your wedding. Perhaps it's your childhood church, your parents' church, or a pretty chapel where you once attended a friend's wedding. In any of these cases, you have to talk to the church's staff and reserve the church to guarantee the building on your special day.
Preserve the Top Layer of a Wedding Cake
Traditionally, brides and grooms freeze the top layer of their wedding cake until their first anniversary to get a taste of the cake they barely got to see on their wedding day. If done correctly, the cake can actually turn out pretty tasty after 365 days of freezer life. Done incorrectly, the cake will taste like sugary cardboard. Follow these steps to have your cake and eat it, too. Does this Spark an idea?
Clean a Wedding Dress at Home
Your wedding dress is perhaps the most important fashion investment you will make in your lifetime. Because of its significance, it is important to clean and preserve it properly to be able to enjoy it for decades to come. According to the care label on many wedding dresses, expensive professional dry cleaning is not advised. Instead, there are a number of home remedies you can try that will help you clean your wedding dress from home at a fraction of the price. Does this Spark an idea?
Create a Wedding Registry at Target
Wedding planning is one of the most exciting times in a persons life--and one of the most hectic. If you are planning to invite guests to your engagement party, bridal shower or wedding, your guests will want to know where you are registered so they can purchase gifts for the occasion. This is where a wedding registry comes into play. Registries can be set up at nearly any retail location. A good rule of thumb for any engaged couple is to register at 3 to 6 retail locations. The stores should range from low to high end to accommodate each guest's gift purchasing ability.
A great mid-range store is Target. Target stores carry a large inventory of reasonably priced home goods and have many locations throughout the United States. Target even allows you to create a registry online for added convenience.
A great mid-range store is Target. Target stores carry a large inventory of reasonably priced home goods and have many locations throughout the United States. Target even allows you to create a registry online for added convenience.
Become a Wedding Planner
Wedding planners take on a great deal of responsibility. Not only do they need to get everything organized for the "big day," but they also need to deal with emotional brides and family members throughout the entire process. Becoming a wedding planner can be a rewarding career if you appreciate how things come together for weddings and other types of parties.
Have a Free Wedding
Weddings don't have to cost a small fortune. As a matter of fact, it is possible to have a totally free wedding. The right planning, flexibility and willingness to do some trading, you can have the wedding of your dreams for nothing.
Call Off a Wedding With Class
"The Runaway Bride" isn't just a Julia Roberts movie. No amount of work invested in a wedding can protect it from the whims of human nature, as evidenced by the horror tales of people who get cold enough feet weeks or days before the ceremony that they blow the whistle on a reception that cost tens of thousands of dollars. And we won't even start on infidelity during the courtship, which has toppled many a wedding cake.
Such drama that makes for great cinema means tears, tantrums and a loss of big bucks in real life. But what if you find yourself standing in those running shoes? What if you realize at the zero hour that the woman you imagined bearing your children is not who you thought she was, her real nature having been revealed during the stress of the wedding plans? How do you handle it with class, if that's at all possible?
The best guideline is the old adage of, "Do unto others as you would have others do unto you." Think of how you'd feel if you were the one who just got dumped only days before she was going to wear a dress her father just spent $5,000 on. You'd want--and deserve--a certain amount of sympathy and respect.
You're going to need a lot of patience in dealing with many people asking why . . . and some very disappointed parents who are now wondering if they can recoup anything on the catering bill. You're also got a lot of phone calls to make.
Such drama that makes for great cinema means tears, tantrums and a loss of big bucks in real life. But what if you find yourself standing in those running shoes? What if you realize at the zero hour that the woman you imagined bearing your children is not who you thought she was, her real nature having been revealed during the stress of the wedding plans? How do you handle it with class, if that's at all possible?
The best guideline is the old adage of, "Do unto others as you would have others do unto you." Think of how you'd feel if you were the one who just got dumped only days before she was going to wear a dress her father just spent $5,000 on. You'd want--and deserve--a certain amount of sympathy and respect.
You're going to need a lot of patience in dealing with many people asking why . . . and some very disappointed parents who are now wondering if they can recoup anything on the catering bill. You're also got a lot of phone calls to make.
Have a Fabulous Wedding for Under $1,000
The average American wedding now costs $28,000. Many people go as far as to take out loans to fund their special day. But you don't need to go into debt, or even spend much money at all to have fabulous wedding that people remember forever! I spent less than $1,000 on my wedding (including the dress!) and you can, too!
Remove the Garter at a Wedding
The removal of the garter is one of the oldest standing wedding traditions. Modern brides can be thankful that the garter is now just fabric and elastic to make removal easier. They can be even more grateful that the tradition no longer mandates that the male wedding guests rush the bride to remove the garter forcefully, hence resulting in many a ruined dress and, one would garner, a ruined wedding. Today, removing the garter has evolved into a much more couth practice that brings little more than a blush and good-natured ribbing.
Stuff Wedding Invitations
Your wedding invitations communicate much more than simply the time and place of your wedding. They also convey your wedding's tone and theme. So while at first glance, concerning yourself with the proper way to stuff your wedding invitations might seem a bit trivial, if you wish to express an air of elegance and tradition, there is a proper way to assemble the materials. Because your guests will surely appreciate the extra time and effort you put into the presentation of your invitations, be certain to pay careful attention to the process.
Wear an Irish Wedding Ring
An Irish wedding ring is called a claddagh ring. It has a rich history steeped in legend, but the tradition goes that it was first made by a man from Galway who gave it to his bride after she had loyally waited for his return from sea. The ring is made of a two hands holding a heart with a crown. Together they symbolize the saying "love, loyalty, friendship." The hands portray trust and faith, the heart love, the crown loyalty and the hope of future glory. Still a meaningful symbol today, the way you wear it shows your relationship status.
Become a Professional Wedding Decorator
From centerpieces to table draping, professional wedding decorators help a couple choose and implement an overall theme for their wedding. As a professional wedding decorator, you can own your own business and assist couples with decorating the church, reception hall and any other room in which their wedding will be celebrated. Using your creativity, you handle all the important visual details of a wedding, including color scheme, flower arrangements, fabric and any other other decorative elements that will enhance wedding space.
Choose Wedding Rings
Choose wedding rings carefully - you'll be wearing them for the rest of your life. Wedding rings symbolize three things: your personality, your commitment, and your fashion style. Choose a wedding ring that will express an enduring, unequivocal love and exert a unique personality for both the groom and the bride. Does this Spark an idea?
Plan a Cheap But Nice Wedding
Every bride has a dream for the kind of wedding she wants. You have a dream for your special day. You can have a lovely, memorable wedding, even on a strict budget. You will know you have planned a cheap wedding but it will be one of the nicest anyone has seen if you plan ahead. Friends can make your cake, gather together to make reception foods and have a decorating party the night before the wedding day. It is so very important to set a specific budget and stay with it. A ten thousand-dollar dress is gorgeous, but a wedding gown made by your mother or your grandmother's gown will be priceless and a major boost to your reception budget. You can plan and have a wonderful wedding for less than the cost of another bride's wedding cake.
Plan a Small Courthouse Wedding
A courthouse wedding might not be the fairytale wedding most girls envision, but it can make for an intimate and affordable wedding option. If you are considering getting married in a courthouse, individual states have different regulations and costs associated with a civil ceremony. A civil ceremony wedding is not without any planning. You will not be able to just walk in and declare you want to get married. A civil ceremony also does not mean you need to skip a reception and honeymoon.
Plan a Wedding Under $1,000
Planning a wedding can be stressful. It's supposed to be a joyful occasion celebrating the new couple, not an event that saddles anyone with crushing debt just to impress others. With today's economy, many couples and parents find themselves with limited finances to fund a wedding. Can a wedding be financed for under $1,000? With a little bit of creativity, yes!
Wear A Wedding Band and Engagement Ring
When you get married, not only do you gain a loving spouse, but you also gain a new piece of jewelry. Deciding the best way to wear your wedding and engagement rings together will help you wear them in comfort and style. There's no one correct way to wear your wedding and engagement ring, so your own preference is what's important. Does this Spark an idea?
Behave at a Wedding
An invitation to a wedding is an honor and a guest's behavior should reflect that honor. Despite how fun or a casual the wedding is, attending a wedding requires respectful behavior. Here are tips.
Do Wedding Hairstyles
It is your big day, and of course you want your hair to be perfect. You may choose to do you own wedding hair to save money, or simply because you want to have control over your wedding styling and are comfortable working with hair. It's important to learn how to do wedding hairstyles before the day of your wedding, and to practice often so your wedding hairstyle is easy to achieve. Does this Spark an idea?
Estimate Wedding Attendance
Knowing the number of guests that will attend your wedding is important to control and anticipate costs. Unfortunately, guests are not always so cognizant that their lack of attendance or unexpected arrival can greatly affect your pocket. There is no way to know exactly how many of your invitees will attend the wedding, but estimating attendance for the big day provides an accurate measurement of how many people you will need to accommodate.
Write Wedding Wishes
Wedding cards are the perfect place to communicate your personal congratulations and words of best wishes to a newly married or soon-to-be married couple. Sometimes, though, the right sentiments can seem difficult to convey.
Create Maps for Wedding Invitations
Weddings are happy occasions for almost everyone--except for lost guests. Keep your guests happy with a map that directs them to the ceremony, where to park and, ideally, to the reception as well.
Make a Wedding Program
Wedding programs are wonderful keepsakes for your guests, and they fulfill practical needs as well. They show the order of your service and songs, introduce the participants in the wedding, and thank your guests for celebrating with you.
Get a Loan to Pay for a Wedding
These days more and more couples are paying for their own wedding, and they are turning to lenders for loans so they can have the wedding day of their dreams.
Have a Wedding in Sims 2
Do you want to give your Sim the day all brides dream of? She may just be a virtual woman on a computer screen, but that doesn't mean she can't have a dream wedding. If she is engaged to the Sim of her dreams, throw her a wedding that will give her memories to last a lifetime.
Calculate the Number of Wedding Guests
One of the largest expenses a bride and groom have at their wedding is the food served at the reception. For this reason, it's important to have a good estimate of the number of guests who will attend; it is also helpful when purchasing wedding favors and ordering the cake. Sending RSVP cards and calling those who do not reply are often the best way to know how many guests will attend. But there are other ways to calculate the number of wedding guests to expect.
Plan an Affordable Wedding That Does Not Look Cheap
Some brides and grooms spend thousands and thousands of dollars on their dream weddings. With careful preparation and effort, you can plan an affordable wedding that results in an equally enjoyable experience to a wedding that costs thousands of dollars more. Trim your budget of professional services and accessories that family and friends can provide for lower costs or even for free.
Save for Your Wedding
A wedding can be a big investment and usually requires a lot of planning and saving. Maybe you or your parents or your in-laws have already put some money aside for the nuptials, and then again maybe not. Either way, there will always be something extra that comes up, so why not be prepared? Here's some advice on How To save for your wedding. But remember, it's up to you to truly save and make it happen.
Throw a Dog Wedding
Dog weddings are fast becoming a hot new trend for animal lovers. Once a tradition solely available to the upper class and celebrities, this trend has become a hot commodity for all. If you love your dog like a child why not throw them a festive party with all their friends and parents?
Start a Home Based Wedding Planner Business
There are over 2 million couples getting married each year and 15 - 20% of them are using the services of a wedding planner. Planning and organizing a wedding is a service that requires organization, personality, and professionalism. When starting a home based wedding planning service there are items that need to be put in place before the first client to be seen as a professional. Understand the business and become educated, prepare your business legally and your home functionally for starting a home business, and marketing the business.
Be an Usher at a Wedding
An usher is part of the larger wedding group, but not part of the ceremony. It's typically a job assigned to men who are close friends when the wedding party isn't large enough to accommodate everyone. Ushers seat guests, hand out programs, assist with parking, manage gifts and help with general logistics the day of the wedding, relieving the families of the bride and groom of much of the running around on the wedding day.
Lose Water Weight Before a Wedding
It's every bride's nightmare. The day of the wedding, you are zipping up your dress, and you find the zipper won't make it all the way up. You have gained weight, and you had no idea. This nightmare scenario can be avoided if you plan carefully, and you can make sure that you are down to your "dress weight" by shedding a little extra water weight the week of the wedding. With just a few nutritional secrets, you can slim down that waist just a little smaller and slip into your dress of a lifetime. Does this Spark an idea?
Preserve your Wedding Gown
Wedding gown preservation takes a bit of planning. After the wedding is over, the task will be to clean and preserve your wedding dress. Although the cost of preserving wedding dresses may vary, once you understand the intricate process of repairing, cleaning and storing, you will be able to make the right decision for your wedding gown preservation. Getting the wedding dress cleaned is the most important of all whether you intend to keep the wedding dress or sell it on Ebay.
Why wedding gown cleaning? - We all perspire. Wedding dresses, from the first fitting through the wedding reception, are subjected to deodorant, perfumes and sweat. And on the day of the wedding there is extra dirt from the train dragging along the floor during the ceremony, sitting at the table during the reception and using the ladies room. Wedding dress cleaning is crucial to the preservation of the gown. This should be done immediately to keep stains from setting into the satin or silk. Does this Spark an idea?
Why wedding gown cleaning? - We all perspire. Wedding dresses, from the first fitting through the wedding reception, are subjected to deodorant, perfumes and sweat. And on the day of the wedding there is extra dirt from the train dragging along the floor during the ceremony, sitting at the table during the reception and using the ladies room. Wedding dress cleaning is crucial to the preservation of the gown. This should be done immediately to keep stains from setting into the satin or silk. Does this Spark an idea?
Plan a $3000 Wedding
The sky is the limit when it comes to wedding spending. However, most brides have a budget and do not want to kick off their lifetime of wedded bliss in debt. A bride could easily blow through $3000 on her dress alone, but a more savvy spender can plan the whole event for that price. With a little planning and discipline and a lot of creativity, a white wedding (while staying in the black) really is attainable.
Make a Wedding Veil
A wedding veil can be very expensive. For brides on a budget, you can avoid the cost of a store-bought wedding veil by making your own. Making a simple wedding veil is very easy and requires only a few steps. If making your wedding veil seems too overwhelming for you at this stressful time, assign the duty of making the veil to your mother or maid of honor. Does this Spark an idea?
Wear Engagement & Wedding Rings
Engagement and wedding rings are generally silver or gold bands, sparkling with diamonds or other precious stones. These rings are symbols of the enduring love between a husband and wife. Which finger the rings are worn on depends on the design of the rings, whether they are a set and whether it is before or after the wedding ceremony.
Perform a Wedding Sand Ceremony
The wedding sand ceremony, or unity sand ceremony, is becoming ever more popular. It can replace the unity candle or be used after it in the wedding ceremony. In original sand ceremonies, the bride and groom would toss handfuls of sand together into the wind. The grains were combined and unable to be separated, symbolizing unity and eternity. The sand ceremonies of today can be performed in a way that honors both of the families and then kept always as a treasured keepsake.
Plan a Courthouse Wedding
Most women dream about their wedding. The right dress, perfect hair, beautiful shoes -- but most importantly, the perfect man they dream about calling their husband. But when money is tight and the love is strong, the details become less important. So if you have decided to go before a judge or other public official to make your commitment, you needn't forgo the fun and magic of your special day.
Preserve a Wedding Bouquet
Your wedding bouquet can be kept for decades to come. The preservation method you choose will depend on the type of flowers in the bouquet and the look you want for your preserved bouquet. Here are a few steps to help you preserve a bouquet.
Write Dates on Wedding Invitations
When writing out wedding invitations, many brides and grooms prefer to user proper wedding invitation etiquette. These etiquette rules govern the entire format of the invitation, including the structure, design and wording. The wedding invitation has two main functions: to announce your wedding and provide the wedding date. When announcing the time and date of your wedding, follow the etiquette rules for writing dates on wedding invitations.
Decorate for a '60s Party
Bell Bottoms? Check. Mod print shirt? Check. Groovy tunes? Check. With all these things checked off your list, the only thing left to do is transform your home into a '60s commune with peace signs, protest posters and flower power. Before you know it, everyone will be feelin' groovy. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate With a Knotty Pine Theme
Knotty pine once was reserved exclusively for cabins in the mountains and cottages by the lake. Today, knotty pine is enjoying newfound popularity as it becomes a common decorating choice for those who want to add a rustic touch to their homes. Use knotty pine throughout your home to unite modern decorating elements with your desire to create a less formal atmosphere. Or, assign knotty pine a less prominent role and simply use it as an accent to create a relaxed and homey feel. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Nautical Themed 3-Dimensional Artwork
Nautical is the hottest trend in home decor, however, it can often be difficult to find just the right wall pieces to set off a modern nautical design. Follow the steps below to make your own three-dimensional nautical themed artwork. Does this Spark an idea?
Change a Room to Asian Decor
If your current room's decor leaves you feeling uninspired, consider changing the room to an Asian decor. With some editing of personal possessions and some additions of signature palettes and pieces, your room can have the flavor of a Balinese jungle dwelling, Indian palace, Tokyo highrise or a Chinese farmhouse. The best aspect of changing a room to Asian decor is that the themes integrate well with other design trends such as rustic, bohemian modern, midcentury modern and eco-design. Does this Spark an idea?
Hang a Wall Vase
You can decorate a plain, boring wall in many different ways. A colorful wall paint is a cheap and easy way to spice up a wall, but after you paint the wall, you might still want to hang something on it so it isn't blank. A wall vase is one way to spice up a wall. A wall vase allows you hang colorful floral arrangements, either dried, silk or live, on your wall. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Victorian Bedroom
Queen Victoria favored abundantly feminine and ornate decor during her reign in the 1800s, lending her name to what we call Victorian decor. This decor caught on and decorators still use it today for feminine or formal rooms, such as bedrooms. Decorate your bedroom in Victorian style if you want a heavily decorated, frilly space that's soft and feminine. Victorian bedrooms can work for couples as well, if you use a few neutral colors or blues to offset the frilly and floral patterns. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Wedding Cake Icing
Wedding cake can cost a pretty penny when ordered at a bakery. The cost isn't based on the materials to make the cake, it is based on the labor. A wedding cake can take hours to make and get just right for the bride and groom. Some brides and groom's, however, are on a tight budget. One way they can cut costs is to make the wedding cake themselves or have a family member do it. Then all they need to pay for are the supplies. The cake recipe is a normal one, but the icing is a bit different. Here is how you make wedding cake icing. Add this to my Recipe Box.
Preserve Your Wedding Dress
If you take as much care in preserving your dress as you did in choosing it, it can be enjoyed as a family heirloom for generations to come. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Wedding Rings
Weddings can be expensive, and these days many couples planning their weddings want a more personal, original wedding style. One way to both save money and create a personal touch to a wedding is to make your own wedding rings. By doing the ring-making yourself, you can have exactly the ring design you want while adding a meaningful layer to the exchange of rings. Whether you're looking forward to your own wedding, a friend's wedding or looking to get started on your own business, the following directions can help you make your own rings.
Wear Wedding Rings
Couples who are about to be married may be wondering how to wear wedding rings. It's not hard, so read on to find out more.
Dry a Wedding Bouquet
The wedding bouquet is probably the most memorable bouquet of flowers that one will ever have. That's why so many brides want to dry their wedding bouquet so that they can enjoy it for years to come. Use the following to learn how to dry a wedding bouquet that will be a keepsake for you to cherish.
Plan a Destination Wedding
Make your wedding an adventure! Plan a destination wedding and get hitched somewhere scenic and exciting. Your wedding guests won't forget your destination wedding either! Getting married abroad is like combining your honeymoon and your wedding ceremony and including your friends and family!
Get Ordained to Perform Weddings
Some couples prefer to have a close friend or family friend administer their wedding vows. You may also want to get ordained so you can perform weddings as a side or primary business. There is no need to undergo extensive or high-cost religious training to get your ordination papers. A few phone calls and an Internet connection will help you achieve your goal.
Determine Wedding Cake Size
Planning every detail of a wedding reception can be harrowing for any couple. When it comes to the wedding cake, you want to make sure each guest has an adequate serving. Sometimes more guests are added at the last minute, and the bride and groom might worry they won't have enough cake to serve. Depending on the cake design, round or square, your servings per layer will vary. Using standard baking pan sizes, you can easily estimate the size of your wedding cake. Does this Spark an idea?
Sell a Wedding Ring
A broken engagement or divorce will inevitably lead to one question: "What should I do with my wedding ring?" If you have settled on selling the ring, there are a few simple options available to you. While each will require some legwork, you can sell a wedding ring in a matter of days with some effort.
Paint Decorations in a Kids Playroom
Painting your own decorations is inexpensive and will add a personal touch to a child's playroom. Painting by freehand involves drawing objects onto the wall without the use of stencils or templates. It doesn't cost anything extra, but you need basic drawing skills. If you don't have these skills, using an overhead projector is great for tracing images onto a wall. However, you will need to borrow, rent, or purchase a projector. Whichever method you choose, this project can be done in as little as a few hours for small paint projects or a weekend for more elaborate decorations. Does this Spark an idea?
Hang Odd-Shaped Glass Decorative Wall Plates
If you have several vintage or decorative glass plates in different sizes and shapes, hang them on a wall in your home to create an eclectic and beautiful display. Plates that are in odd shapes such as triangles, ovals, stars and hexagons can add variety and an artistic element to any wall space. You can use standard plate hangers for odd-shaped glass plates, but select small and large plate hangers depending on the size of the plate. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate With Wall Shelves for Preschool Children's Classrooms
The decor of a classroom can transform the space into a welcoming and inviting place where children feel comfortable. For preschool-aged children who are making the transition from the home setting to the school setting, a welcoming classroom decor is particularly important. If you have wall shelves in your preschool classroom, utilize them not only as a display area, but also as functional storage space.
Decorate the Wall of a School Cafeteria
Students spend at least a half-hour per day in their school cafeteria and many teachers spend significantly more time monitoring the cafeteria during meals. Why not make the cafeteria wall a more exciting site? You could potentially use the cafeteria wall to enhance your educational atmosphere, beautify the cafeteria with art, educate students about nutrition and provide students with inspirational quotes about education.
Make Wall Art With Old Window Frames
Wall art doesn't need to be limited to traditionally framed paintings. Found objects, such as old window frames, can provide character to your wall decor. A vintage window's worn finish reflects a sense of history and charm. It can be used effectively to frame decorative items including a mirror paired with a vintage collage that you have created. Old windows are often regarded as scrap, but they can be transformed into appealing wall art by adding a few embellishments. Recycle a discarded window and produce an accent which will be the focal point of your room. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Lake Bedroom
Decorate your bedroom to look like it belongs in a lake house, or to enhance your lake house view. A lake house bedroom should feel relaxing and cozy, while allowing your natural surroundings to be the focus. Add your own bits of nature if you aren't fortunate enough to have a lake house bedroom with a view. Opt for a color palette of earth tones, such as blues, greens and browns, that play off the natural surroundings of a lake house. Does this Spark an idea?
Attach Paper Cards to a Wall for Decorating a Nursery
When a new baby arrives, greeting cards often flood in from friends and family. Instead of stuffing them in a drawer or throwing them away, use them to decorate the nursery. Most greeting cards have beautiful, baby-themed designs on the front, making them a creative addition to any nursery. Using greeting cards you have received from loved ones to decorate not only adds a unique touch to your nursery, but it also gives the decor a special meaning. Does this Spark an idea?
Make a Study Room for Kids
A dedicated space for learning helps children concentrate better. Doing homework at the table in a busy kitchen or dining room, or at the coffee table in a noisy living room can be distracting. Give kids a study room that is free of distractions and geared toward education to help them stay focused. Whether you start with an empty room or redecorate a space already in use, a kid-friendly study room may help your little scholar bring home the top grade. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate Walls in a Rental Home
Living in a rental home has its perks. When a pipe bursts or the heater quits working, all you have to do is make a phone call to get it fixed! But there are downsides as well. Many landlords will not allow you to paint the home's stark white walls. Fortunately there are ways to decorate your rental's walls without painting or wallpapering. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate Slanting Walls in a Bedroom
When decorating a bedroom, keep in mind that it will be used primarily for sleeping, sex and gentle relaxation. The ideal bedroom décor should help you accomplish all of these tasks well. A bedroom with slanting walls can feel cramped and unpleasant and may make it difficult to sleep peacefully. Help open up the walls and make the most of any bedroom space with a few simple decorating tricks. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Living Wall Around a Wide-Screen TV
The sheer size of a wide-screen TV can be overwhelming, let alone hard to decorate around. To remedy this, choose decorative accessories that help showcase the TV, rather than detract from the area. Incorporating other design tricks like paint color also helps to tie the design together and create a tasteful living room wall that just happens to hold the TV. When embarking on the design, draw out a rough sketch to refer to and help you with scale and placement. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Large Decorative Wall Panels
Large, decorative wall panels make a funky change from standard framed pictures, and are a quick and easy way to cover up a damaged wall. Making your own wall panels not only saves you money, it's an interesting project that provides a piece of wall art that's personal to you. Although there are many ways to create decorative wall panels, by far the easiest and cheapest option is to use fabric. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Wall With a Large Screen TV
Large-screen TVs pose an especially difficult design challenge, simply because of their large size. When placing a large-screen TV into a room, it immediately becomes the focal point. However, a wall-mounted TV can look out of place if it is not balanced with placement of the remaining furniture. It is important to use specific pieces around the TV in order to balance out this large size. By using one large piece and a variety of smaller pieces to decorate the wall with the large-screen TV, you can provide balance, without distracting from the TV. Does this Spark an idea?
How do I Hang Art on Cubicle Walls?
A cubicle is a partition of a greater area given to an individual to provide a separate place to perform their work in without using costly walls and doors. If you have your own cubicle you will know that they are generally anonymous and not very stylish. You can spruce up your cubicle walls by hanging some posters of attractive artwork that will help motivate and relax you. Even if you are not allowed to damage your cubicle walls you can follow these steps because they won’t mar the property. Does this Spark an idea?
Hang on a Concrete Wall
Decorating your basement can make the space more usable and welcoming. One common issue, however, when decorating some basements is hanging items on concrete walls. Some simply stick adhesive hooks to the wall, but these cannot support a lot of weight and may be unable to adhere to the porous surface. Instead, drill anchor holes to anchor the hook to the wall. This method will work to hang items on both smooth and concrete block walls. Use plastic anchors if your item is less than 20 lbs. and metal anchors if it is more than 20 lbs. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate With Brown and Red
Brown is a timeless decor color. The color of tree bark, decorating with brown brings nature inside and lends an air of being in the woods. Brown is a neutral that complements most colors and increases a home's warmth when paired with an intense color, such as red. The color red is used to create drama and energy when decorating. Red makes a statement and creates an atmosphere of passion. Incorporate these tips to combine these two popular colors in your home. Does this Spark an idea?
Directions to Make a Quilted Wall Hanging
Quilted wall hangings are decorations that you can hang anywhere in your home. These quilts typically range in size from 46-inch-square to larger, full-size quilts. Choose any quilting pattern you want to sew the top of your quilt. Then you are ready for the finishing touches that will turn your quilt top into a quilted wall hanging to add to the décor of your home.
Create Garden Wall Art
What better way to create garden wall art than to make a piece of art that is alive? This type of art is not just alive to the eye with color and texture, but it is actually made of living organisms. Garden wall art enriches outside living areas by serving as accent pieces to hang on walls. Ideally, these wall hangings should be complementary to the surrounding garden area. You can accomplish this in a clever manner by creating garden wall art using live succulent plants, which combine the art aspect of a wall decoration with the horticultural aspect of the existing garden. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate in Arts and Crafts Style
The Arts and Crafts period lasted from the late 1800s through the early 1900s. This style is known for its influence in Medieval, Oriental and Gothic times. Furniture is handmade with carvings, colors are natural and muted and accessories were made of ceramic, pewter, copper, and iron. The Arts and Crafts style is classic, down to earth and a true style of its own. Here are a few decorating tips. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate Bank Offices
The decor you choose for your business says a lot about your personal taste, your style and the nature of the business. The decorating style you choose also sets the tone for customer interactions, providing that all important first impression when visitors walk through the door. Making sure that the first impression customers, clients and others get is strong can be a real challenge, especially when the business in question is a bank. Bank offices should exude an air of sophistication, style and understated elegance to their clients. Managers must include those elements as part of the decorating theme.
Decorate a Teen's Bedroom Walls
Your teen's bedroom is her own private space in the house. As such, it should reflect her personal style and tastes. Adding decorative accents to the walls of a teen's bedroom not only adds visual interest to the space, but it enables her to showcase her personality, as she features things that suit her taste and are important to her. Enlist the help of your teen when decorating a wall in her space to ensure success with the design. Does this Spark an idea?
Do It Yourself Wall Decor for a Man's House
Creating masculine wall decorations can easily be done at home. The most important part of creating wall decor for a man's house, is incorporating the man's personality and style. Take into consideration the color of the room, hobbies, and likes. There are a variety of decorations you can choose to make for your wall like photos, canvas, and monogram letters or words. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a White Sofa and Gray Walls
A room with white furniture and gray walls is a room that is inviting, crisp and modern. Gray walls are a contemporary option to white paint and have the added benefit of being more forgiving of dirt than white walls. Choose flat gray paint to avoid an aluminum look in the room and add plenty of lighting through table lights, sconces and floor lamps. White sofas and gray walls can be combined to make many different room decors. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Game Room
When decorating a game room, only one rule applies: have fun. Used for recreation and entertaining, a game room should be an inviting place to gather with friends. Review the guidelines below to create a space that is all fun and games. Does this Spark an idea?
Design a Wall With Many Frames
Create meaningful and inexpensive artwork for your home by hanging multiple picture frames on a wall as an eye-catching personal gallery. Whether you want to display heritage photos of your ancestors, your kids' school portraits, picturesque vacation shots or favorite candid images from family gatherings, ensure the framed images get the best treatment by spacing and hanging them properly. Use simple tools and techniques to complete the process and design an artistic arrangement with sentimental flair. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Wall with Colorful Sheets
If you love the look of designer wallpaper but your lease forbids any permanent changes to your home, get creative and use designer sheets for color. Flat sheets come in many colors and patterns that you may not be able to find in a wallpaper department, giving you a larger decorating design selection. Use an old apartment-decorating trick to cover a wall with colorful sheets, and you'll have an accent wall for a fraction of the cost of designer wallpaper. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate Around Wood Stoves
Wood stoves aren't found in most modern homes. While used to heat homes before the dawn of electric and gas furnaces, wood stoves are still featured in many older homes. Though they may not be used anymore as a primary heating or cooking source, they add an old fashioned design element to the room. Tie into this design when you decorate around the wood stove. Consider the rest of the room when working with décor so the wood stove design matches the overall look and feel of the room. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate Pet Store Walls
Individualized spaces call for individualized designs. If you're a pet store owner, you may be wondering the best way to decorate your interior space. The easiest place to start is the walls. Once you've created your wall design, other decor ideas will fall into place. Depending on the types of pets you sell, following a few simple steps will guide you toward creating the perfect space for customers and pets alike. Does this Spark an idea?
Make a Wall Canvas for Kids
Young children love to draw, paint and create. Parents of young children love it when their children create on kid-friendly surfaces, like construction paper and chalk boards. Despite parents’ best efforts, children often find less appropriate ways of expressing their artistic side — like turning their sisters’ backs into dry erase boards. Satisfy your child’s craving to create by giving him a wall canvas in an activity room where he can color the walls with carefree abandon and you can rest assured that your living room drapes are safe — for the moment at least. Does this Spark an idea?
Use Charger Plates in Home Decorating
Charger plates today are more useful than ever. No longer relegated to strictly table duty, the charger is now useful for a myriad of other decorating ideas. Follow the steps below for some wonderful ways to use today's textured, hand painted, and embossed charger plates. Does this Spark an idea?
Do Homemade Quick Chinese Decor
Asian décor is a popular theme for interior decorating. With a few quick steps you can achieve this look in your own home. An iconic Chinese color palette is black and red. Paint your walls with a glossy deep red paint and select black furniture. A few Chinese accessories arranged around the room will bring everything together. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Large Decorative Hanging Plates
Your redecorating is nearly complete. What would make it even perfect are some of the large (and expensive) decorative plates similar to those in the country inn that gave you so many great ideas for your new decor. To create a similar look at a fraction of the cost, make your own plates. They may only be decorative or suitable for an arrangement of artificial fruit, flowers or holiday ornaments on a special occasion. They will also work perfectly as hanging wall decor. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorating a Large High Wall
While many appreciate the look and feel of high walls and ceilings, figuring out how to decorate them may feel daunting. As with any other room décor, adding the right colors and accessories to your space will keep it from looking bleak and turn it into a welcoming room. Even if you have done very little home decorating, knowing what to do with a large high wall is easy and can be customized to suit your style. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Puerto Rican Wall Decorations for the House
Puerto Ricans come from a mixture of three distinct cultures which have in turn influenced the creation of Puerto Rican culture. The results of the mixing of African slaves, Taino Indians and European conquistadores can be seen all over the island in the homes, clothing, religion and art of the islanders. Some of the more popular types of hanging art available in Puerto Rico are carved gourds (sometimes used as musical instruments), vejigante masks (demon masks with large spikes and teeth) and tiny "casas tipicas," or typical houses, that are done in the style of homes in Puerto Rico and sometimes have scenes taking place in front.
Change Home Decor From Burgundy to Brown
Burgundy is a rich, deep color, reminiscent of a dark tone of red. Popular over a decade ago, burgundy was used everywhere in homes--on walls, curtains, pillows, towels and more. Home decorating colors rotate in popularity every few years, leaving no one, other than designers, with an idea as to what colors will be trendy in upcoming years. Too much burgundy decor in a home today looks somewhat dated but that is easy to rectify. You can use another rich color--brown--to update your home decor. Does this Spark an idea?
Make a Realistic Dungeon Wall
Whether you're building a haunted house, constructing a theatrical set, or you just want to give your family room the old "medieval jail cell" look, you can construct your very own realistic dungeon walls without ever touching brick or mortar. The size of your walls may vary, but the easiest way to create them is in pieces -- this ensures that your dungeon wall panels fit into any space without being too heavy, large or unruly.
Make a Partition Wall
Partition walls are used to block off a section of a room. These walls can be made of light wood, glass or plasterboards. They do not have a sufficient load-bearing capacity, so hanging cabinets on them is not advisable. Most often they are used to section off a working area, a storage area or a play area for kids. When properly positioned and painted, they cannot be distinguished from the real walls. Does this Spark an idea?
Use Your Wedding Dress as a Wall Decor
For many woman, their wedding day is the most important day of their lives. Most keep photos, gifts and other mementos to remind them of the special day. Virtually all of them keep their wedding dress. Some will save it to give to a daughter or other family member later for her wedding. Another use many have put their wedding dress to is as decor in their home. This way, it can serve as a constant reminder of the new life they embarked upon. Does this Spark an idea?
Hang Up an Airplane Propeller as a Room Decoration
Airplane propellers make unusual decorations, particularly if they are old, wooden propellers of the type used on biplanes. Some of these propellers are 8 feet long and can make a dramatic, oversized visual statement in a living room. Be sure to attach a large propeller to your wall securely so there's no way it will fall off. A propeller crashing to the floor would present a potentially lethal hazard and is not the kind of impact you're looking for. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate Around a Burnt Orange Accent Wall
An accent wall refers to a wall with a particular decor attribute created to cause it to stand out from all the adjacent walls. For example, an accent wall could be a wall painted a different color from the surrounding walls or it could be a wall that bears wallpaper unlike the other walls. If you have a burnt orange accent wall in your home, you have made a bold and wise design decision that will effortlessly warm the room, transforming it into a welcoming space. However, you need to decorate around this wall strategically to complement it as much as possible. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate Walls With Drapes
Decorating your walls with drapes not only brings color and texture to them, but it also helps hide flaws or cover walls when you're not allowed to paint them. There are many ways you can use curtains to decorate. The method you choose will depend on what visual motif and materials you use. It can also be influenced by the decorating constraints placed on your living situation, as in the case of a rented apartment. Limit your efforts to just the walls or extend the idea so it includes all the wall structures in your space, including false ones. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorating Walls With Brushed Steel
For a sleek, contemporary look for your home, incorporate steel into your decor to give it a strong urban edge. Go beyond appliances and wall sconces, and add a wall of brushed steel to your kitchen, bathroom or living room to make a modern statement. Does this Spark an idea?
Use Lattice to Decorate Walls
Lattice is typically made of wood or metal with a crisscross pattern and serves as an ornate way to decorate a garden, gazebo or the exterior of a home. Attach lattice to the walls in your home to enhance a garden theme or for an unusual look. Using lattice indoors also adds texture to the room and creates a dynamic focal point. Use the lattice on a single wall if you want it to be the focal point, or put it on each wall in the room to use it as an architectural detail. Does this Spark an idea?
Create Foam Wall Decorations
Foam wall decorations are a great way to add some cheer to a room. This is especially true for children's rooms. By creating your own foam wall decorations, you can save money as well as customize the decorations to meet your child's favorite animals, toys or even cars. It can become a family project and you can get input from your kids on what decorations they might like best. Some of the easiest wall decorations are teddy bears and balloons, and the patterns use simple circles and ovals to complete.
DIY Decorative Wall Fans
Hanging a fan on the wall instantly adds an Asian-inspired feel to a room. While there are many different decorative wall fans available to buy, making your own allows you to create a complementary fan for your room décor. You can also juxtapose the traditional Asian feel of the fan shape with modern print paper, or paint your own design on the paper. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Fingerprint Wall Art
Each person's fingerprints are different. Fingerprints are often used as identification and as a way to solve crimes. Put your fingerprints to more creative use than matching criminals with crimes -- transform them into works of art to hang on your wall. Frame your child's fingerprints in his room, or create an entry hall art piece to spark conversation.
Hang a Diploma
Professors, doctors and other professionals display their diplomas prominently on office walls to show their educational achievements. Potential clients and friends frown on a diploma that is askew and poorly framed. A diploma needs to hang in a place that fits into your design scheme without being obscured by other decorative features. Read on to learn how to hang a diploma.
Decorate Walls Cheaply
Decorating the walls of your home can add a great deal of atmosphere to your living space; wallpaper, artwork, paint and framed prints can add color and style to any room and make it fell more lived-in. The problem is, these things take money and time. Also, those who rent their homes, apartments and condos know that making permanent changes to your walls isn't allowed, which limits your decorating choices. This guide outlines some inventive ideas for those who want to decorate their walls cheaply and efficiently. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate Around a Pool Table
Purchasing a pool table and setting it up does not automatically constitute a game room worth hanging out in. Decorate the room around your pool table to create an ambiance that you want to linger in. For example, create an upscale gentleman's club where men can mingle, smoke cigars, drink champagne and enjoy a good game of billiards. Create a vintage arcade feel if that's more your style. Or decorate your billiards room to resemble your favorite sports pub and ensure your buddies will enjoy hanging out at your place instead of the local pub. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate With Cookie Cutters
Decorating your home doesn't have to cost you a fortune. Actually, a simple household item like the cookie cutter can be used in several ways to creatively decorate your home. The cookie cutters themselves are already attractive because of the varying and interesting shapes and designs. They create a beautifully rustic look to add to your kitchen decor. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate With Gray Walls
Gray is the new tan. Though this humble hue might only seem appropriate for a conservative office interior, gray is gaining popularity as a hip neutral that looks stylish in both modern and traditional decorating schemes. It's easy to decorate with gray walls if you use a few tricks to prevent this versatile color from coming off as drab. Does this Spark an idea?
Hide a Wall Phone Jack
Hiding a phone jack on the wall can improve the overall appearance of a room, particularly if the phone jack is located high on the wall. In kitchens, it's not uncommon to find a wall jack located at approximately chest-level. They're often near bars and counters, as builders assume that people will install a phone in the kitchen, but with the rising popularity of cell phones, many people are opting to go without landlines. A phone jack can often seem even more unsightly when it serves no functional purpose! Does this Spark an idea?
How Make an Arch Wall Niche
Arch wall niches have been around for ages. Historically speaking, wall niches have been integrated into architecture since Greek and Roman times. Look around today and you can find niches in churches and even grand old homes. Wall niches are a wonderful way to display photographs, pieces of art, or any accessory you feel like showing off. If you are handy with a saw and comfortable with hanging drywall, adding an arch wall niche to your home is a relatively straight forward DIY project. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Quote Letters for a Wall
Making quote letters for a wall is an inexpensive way to display a particular phrase you're fond of or a quotation that's meaningful to you. Although stencils or self-adhesive quotes are widely available at home decor stores or online, they may not have the exact phrase you desire. Making quote letters only takes a couple of hours, and the supplies are relatively inexpensive. It's also an effective way to add interesting or inspirational quotations anywhere in your home. Does this Spark an idea?
Hang a Guitar on the Wall
Hanging a guitar on the wall is a great way to display it in your home, office or studio. Not only does hanging a guitar make a nice presentation, but it is also an efficient, space-saving way to store a guitar. You can hang your instrument on the wall using a guitar hanger. These devices are made specifically for hanging guitars on the wall, and they are manufactured by a number of companies. Does this Spark an idea?
Choose Bedroom Wall Colors
The bedroom is expected to be the most comfortable and relaxing, yet most personal room in the house. Choosing wall colors becomes a challenge because different palettes, tints and tone combinations can provide various effects, some of which may not be what you imagined. These simple steps and guidelines will help you narrow down your options. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Bathroom With Sage Green & Brown Walls
The combination of sage green and brown decor can impart a sense of calmness and serenity to a bathroom, giving it a spa-like atmosphere. Since they complement each other so well, sage and brown are good wall color choices, especially if one color is used for the majority of the walls and the other is an accent color on baseboards and trim. If you start with the walls, add other sage, brown or neutral elements to create a bathroom where you can relax and pamper yourself. Does this Spark an idea?
Hang Wall Pictures With Hooks
Hanging a picture is something we have all been faced with, and something we have all seen go terribly wrong. Hammers crash through walls, pictures fall and take most of the plaster with them. That won't happen if you have the right materials. Picture hanging hooks come in enough different sizes to ensure that you will find one to hold your artwork. Look for the flattest hooks, and for nails that go in at a 45-degree angle. Hanging wall pictures should be fun, but it does not have to be a comedy. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Handmade Paper Wall Hangings
Recycle or use papers in an unusual way by making handmade wall hangings. It is a wonderful way to creatively keep reusable trash out of the landfills and teach children the possibilities of using recyclables. Transform a brown paper grocery bag and paper doilies into a fake leather and lace wall hanging for your home. This project can be created in an afternoon and is an easy craft for children to accomplish successfully.
Make a Sea Decoration for the Classroom
While wall and bulletin board decorations help brighten up the institutional look of classrooms, they can also be quite useful as visual aids to incorporate into lesson plans. Decorations depicting the sea can be used to display various species when studying marine life. Aside from lesson plans, ocean decorations can be used to welcome students to a new year or as a birthday reminder board.
Apply Glitter Glaze to a Wall
Since glitter mixed into opaque paint would lose its shine, if you want walls that shimmer with metallic bits, you'll need to use a glitter glaze topcoat. In addition to the glitz it adds, glitter glaze also provides a washable protective coating to the wall. Some glitter glazes may even be applied over wallpaper, adding shimmer to the design. Look for glitter glazes, also called glitter topcoats, at paint retailers and online. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Wall Around a Flat Screen TV
A flat screen TV is the focal point of the wall, and it can make almost anything next to it look diminished and silly. To balance the large impact of a flat screen TV, care must be taken when choosing the décor to put on the wall around it. Too many small items and the wall will look cluttered. Not enough items and the wall will look unfinished. Instead, choose items that extend the impact of the TV and compliment it.
Decorate a Living Room With Yellow Walls and a Black Leather Sofa
The living room is one of the most pivotal rooms of the house. The living room is where family members relax, enjoy entertainment and where most homeowners host guests. Thus, the living room should have decor that is conducive to creating an environment ideal for those activities. This doesn't mean that you need to spend a lot of cash on home decor items; it just means that you need to decorate strategically, considering such goals. For example, careful planning could prevent a living room with yellow walls and a black sofa from too easily looking evocative of a bumble bee. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Your Own Junk Into Gypsy Decor
The word "gypsy" has come to mean many things, ranging from individuals who move around with no permanent address to the original nomadic people who came to Eastern Europe from India in the 14th century. Gypsy style is defined by brilliant colors and patterns, as well as by bringing different elements together to form a unique look. Create gypsy decor pieces for your own home by recycling items you would otherwise throw out, such as empty picture frames. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Long, Narrow Wall Niche
Many contemporary homes have built-in wall niches -- ledges and recesses that offer opportunities for decorating. However, if a homeowner has never dealt with niches before, a long, narrow niche that was an attractive design feature during the sale may feel daunting when it's time to decorate. Think about how you want the niche to appeal when you pass by it or when a guest sees it for the first time. Here's the key fact to know: A niche usually should not be the focal point of a room; instead it should feel like a natural extension of the decor. Reducing the niche in importance to an area's overall aesthetic will make it easier to decorate. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Butterfly Kid Room Decorations
Butterfly décor is popular for kid rooms. A number of retailers offer ready-made decorations or craft kits to make your own butterfly kids room decorations, but you can make your own. This is a fun craft to do alone or with the kids. Does this Spark an idea?
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