Look in the closet of any mother and you are bound to find two dresses: her wedding gown and her child's christening gown. What if they were one and the same? A christening gown often becomes a family heirloom and gains even more meaning when made from the wedding gown of the baby's mother or grandmother. Here's how to create a beautiful christening gown, worthy of being worn for generations, out of a wedding dress.
Cut the Wedding Cake
The significance of the wedding cake has been loaded with symbolism - whether the bride and groom's first cut represents fertility, the first meal of a married couple or the beginning of a shared life - or simply the end of the wedding reception. (Note: The smashing of cake in faces is entirely optional!) Does this Spark an idea?
Address Wedding Response Cards
Wedding response cards are a courteous way to make it easy for your wedding guests to notify you whether they will be able to attend. Addressing the response cards is easy if you're familiar with the proper etiquette. Including pre-addressed, stamped response cards with your wedding invitations will make it as simple as possible to ensure that your guests get their RSVPs back to you in a timely manner.
Choose Jewelry for Your Wedding Day
Although all eyes will be glued to the beauty and symbolism of your wedding ring, other jewelry will round out your bridal look. Depending on your personal preferences, the cut of your dress and the style of your hair, you may opt for a necklace, bracelet or earrings. Coordination of gemstones is key, as are the jewel tones you choose. Does this Spark an idea?
Choose the Perfect Wedding Venue
Someone popped the question, someone else said yes. An engagement ring was given, a minister was decided on, now the only thing left is figuring out how to choose the perfect wedding venue. By following this checklist, you should be able to choose the wedding venue that is right for you.