The unity candle ceremony is an integral part of the wedding ceremony to many but others may wish to incorporate this age old lovely tradition into their own wedding ceremonies, to provide a new twist. By tradition, three candles are used, with the bride and groom having one lighted candle each and together lighting a [...]
Engagement parties are the perfect time for the families and close friends of the couple to get to know each other. Often for many this is the first meeting between them, with each side gauging the other curiously. Games are a perfect way to break the ice and no matter who is the host, planning [...]
Location weddings have become the in thing, with brides outdoing each other in creatively planning their weddings. Even though destination weddings mean a shorter guest list, it is great for fun and for the guests to get to know each other. Seaside weddings have been amongst the most common. The celebrations are done at a [...]
Much too often there is uncomfortable discussion on who will take home the floral centerpiece. To avoid all the unpleasantness, turning “getting the centerpiece” into a game can make it fun, amusing and enjoyable, while making it interactive at the same time. Some of the ideas here can be improvised on and changed to suit [...]
Hundreds of games are available for bridal showers, from the serious to the ridiculously silly ones. No matter what, bridal shower games are for having fun and laughter before the bride gets married. Here are a few examples. This is to test the bride’s knowledge of her husband to be. Before the party one of [...]
Most weddings consist of welcoming and celebrating the couple, watching them dance, having dinner, eating cake and dancing and partying a bit. Guests generally stick to their tables and don’t get to know anyone else. Creative couples are now including fun games for all at the reception, getting the guests out of their chairs and [...]
The week of a wedding can be hectic, especially for the bride and groom, for the planners, and for the wedding party as well. There seem to be a million things to arrange, pick up, purchase, rent, and coordinate. And of course, the day of the rehearsal is by no means an exception! Therefore, it [...]
Although it is considered poor etiquette to not give wedding favors, there also is the opposite end of the spectrum where couples are giving wedding favors that are so expensive that it seems in poor taste. Most young couples just starting out cannot afford to give extravagant wedding favors to each wedding guest. Perhaps [...]
Most newly married couples have a large wedding cake at their reception. There are many advantages and disadvantages to this custom. There are other options that the couple can choose rather than having the typical wedding cake with all its expense and sugar. Traditionally, wedding cakes are made by a professional who delivers the [...]
Weddings can be such a joy, and so many people take them too seriously. If you are planning your weekend, consider making the entire weekend a fun time for the bride, groom, family and friends to come together. The weekend of the wedding is a great opportunity to also do things that take people’s minds [...]