Tented Weddings

At times, there is a misconception about tented weddings, and I just wanted to show you how great they can be. With the ceiling draped in white fabric, you can rent lights to give it even more texture and it can be absolutely stunning!

Sure, you've got to worry about the weather just a bit, but with sides on the tents that look like large windows, it probably isn't too huge of a deal. And those sides don't have to be down unless it starts raining, otherwise you get a wide open feel that many people look for. What also adds to the open feel is the fact that you have such high ceilings and that you can do so much to tem! Another thing that you can do to the ceilings is have paper lanterns hang. They give it depth and can be truly beautiful while bringing in the colors of your wedding.

Website of the Week: Wedsite

Are you looking to create a website that gives your guests information about your wedding?

Wedsite gives you that opportunity! Tell your guests about the two of you, how you met, things you've done together and how you got engaged. Then tell them a bit about the bridal party, a who's who? if you will. You can tell them about the ceremony location and the reception location, give directions and timing of all the events. Give the out of town guests information on the local airport, hotels, and things to see while they're in town! It's a great way to get them all of this information and can definitely save some paper! The best way to get the website info out there is to send it on your save the date.

It's so much fun!

Programs Part II: Style Inspiration

Whether you go for the simple single fold program, or a multi layer program, it's a really easy way to incorporate your wedding colors and style into the ceremony!

If you're creative with powerpoint, you can easily come up with a monogram, or if Photoshop is easy for you, an ornate wedding logo can also tie it into the invites!

The most important thing is that it reflects you! Have fun with it, add some ribbon, a bit of color or a special poem. It's a personal choice what you do with it.

Also- if you're expecting some kids and want to keep them occupied during the ceremony, a great program is the kids coloring program.

Programs Part I: What's in Them?

Well, as spring wedding season approaches, this is one of the last tasks to get completed. So I figured I'd give a little insight on what you can include, and then come back to give you some style inspiration!

First off, programs are popular but not a necessity. Don't feel like you have got to have them. They are probably the most popular thing to be left behind at the end of the night. So if you don't have the time, or the space in the budget, then no worries.

If you do have the time and the budget, they can be a nice touch. Here are the things that I suggest having in your program:

1. Welcome: To all of the guests whether they traveled 5 miles or 5000 miles, it's nice for them to feel welcomed.
2. Introductions: Of the bridal party, the parents and grandparents. It is usually best to put this in processional order so that guests can play a little game of Who's Who?
3.Ceremony Order: Not completely necessary, but sometimes when it is an interfaith marriage it can be a nice touch.
4. Readings: It's nice to give people something to read along with. If you have space, Great! If not, it won't kill anyone to have to listen.
5. Explanation of Traditions: Again important if you're marrying someone of a different background, it will help both families understand what's going on and why it's important to the both of you.
6. Thank You: It's a good time to put your thank you to your parents, family and friends in writing. **This is not in lieu of a traditional thank you after the wedding**
7. Directions: You can stick a piece of card stock in the back with directions to the reception, or you can simply write them into the last page of the program. Either way, it's nice to ensure guests won't get lost!

Like I said though, they're not mandatory, but a nice touch. And these aren't rules you have to follow, you can include anything you'd like!