Let us continue our look at a variety of wedding customs and traditions passed down from one generation to another.
Throwing Rice
Rice is a symbol of fertility. In years gone by, a newly married couple had grain, rice or nuts tossed on them as they left their wedding reception. Showering the couple with rich was meant as a way to shower them with blessing for a happy marriage and lots of children. In Asia the throwing of rice symbolized a “full pantry”.
Today the throwing of rice is meant for the blessings of prosperity, happiness and long life. Although traditionally rice
Archive for September, 2008
Wedding Customs and Traditions Revealed
by Patti September 23rd, 2008 | Weddings
Ever wonder where some of our wedding traditions came from? Why something old, something new? Why throw the wedding bouquet? Why wear a veil? Let us take a look at some of the customs that have been passed down through the generations.
This tradition has its roots in a Victorian rhyme which went like this, “Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a silver six piece in her shoe.” The custom for a bride to carry or wear something old is a way for her family and her past to be acknowledged, while the
Something Old, Something New
This tradition has its roots in a Victorian rhyme which went like this, “Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a silver six piece in her shoe.” The custom for a bride to carry or wear something old is a way for her family and her past to be acknowledged, while the
Decorate Your Wedding Reception Inexpensively but Beautifully!
by Patti September 16th, 2008 | Ceremony, Weddings
Decorating your wedding reception when money is in short supply does not have to be a problem if you put to use some very simple suggestions.
Greenery
You can never have too much greenery at your reception. Decorate the reception area with swags of greenery with a few fresh flowers mixed in and/or some tiny white lights. Another excellent way to give greenery some glam is to mix it with tulle.
Tulle
Speaking of tulle, this item is inexpensive, comes in a variety of shades and can be used in a variety of manners at a wedding reception. Tulle is romantic no matter
Greenery
You can never have too much greenery at your reception. Decorate the reception area with swags of greenery with a few fresh flowers mixed in and/or some tiny white lights. Another excellent way to give greenery some glam is to mix it with tulle.
Tulle
Speaking of tulle, this item is inexpensive, comes in a variety of shades and can be used in a variety of manners at a wedding reception. Tulle is romantic no matter
Choosing the Right Wedding Favors for Your Special Day
by Patti September 9th, 2008 | Ceremony, Planning, Weddings
When it comes to deciding upon the wedding favors that are most appropriate for your wedding, bear in mind both the mood of your wedding as well as the style. Are you having a formal wedding or will it be more casual and relaxed? Is there a theme to your wedding or not?
A theme can be an excellent starting point for your favors. If it is a beach theme, then wedding favors that celebrate that theme would be fitting, such as a small token of appreciation wrapped inside of a small seashell. Let your surroundings and the ambiance of
A theme can be an excellent starting point for your favors. If it is a beach theme, then wedding favors that celebrate that theme would be fitting, such as a small token of appreciation wrapped inside of a small seashell. Let your surroundings and the ambiance of
When to Order and Send Your Wedding Invitations
by Patti September 2nd, 2008 | Planning
The prospect of your wedding is looming, and you couldn’t be happier! It is important to remember that you must adopt a certain type of schedule in order to make sure that everything that needs to get done for the wedding does indeed get done in a timely fashion. Being on time with all of your preparations is essential to the outcome of the upcoming nuptials.
Your wedding invitations should be ordered once you have all of the relevant information about your wedding decided. This includes your guest list, the place and the time for the ceremony. Place
When to order invitations
Your wedding invitations should be ordered once you have all of the relevant information about your wedding decided. This includes your guest list, the place and the time for the ceremony. Place
