Monday 24 February 2014

Sprinkles of Cheer

A small detail often overlooked is the ‘sprinkles of cheer’ – otherwise known as wedding confetti. A time to celebrate the end of your wedding ceremony, surrounded by friends and loved ones, covering you head to toe in multi-coloured bits of rice paper. But is it really necessary to conform to this tradition?

Rice and Naan?
Years ago, the traditional confetti came in the form of dry rice and was liberally thrown all over unsuspecting couples by way of congratulating them. Thankfully, this is one tradition that has passed by the wayside and the modern day image of confetti tends to be horseshoe and love heart shaped bright paper. But why not shake it up a bit and add your own personal twists?
Would you really want this poured over your head? 
Fresh Thinking
Fresh petals may be an expensive treat to be used for your confetti, but it will add a touch of fresh luxury to the feel of your day. Choose your favourite flowers to match in with colour schemes and personalities. Not only is totally environmentally friendly, but they will smell divine. You could even try herbs, lavender has a great scent and is brightly coloured to boot. Dried or fresh, the choice is yours.

Beautiful and smell lovely too!
Having an Autumn or Winter wedding? Try collecting some beautiful dry leaves instead and embrace your season of choice. The photo opportunities will be endless.

That warm autumn feeling. 
Out With The Old…
For a ‘cheap as chips’ option, roll up your sleeves and recycle old newspaper by cutting your own confetti. Not only does this look chic and interesting, it’s also right on trend and will compliment any vintage inspired wedding.
Bubbles are another cost effective option and with no mess, every venue should be agreeable. Bubbles are popular as little favours for the tables, however I think they are more suited as confetti. You may like to have your bubble bottles personalised and this can be done so easily for a very small cost.
Putting your own personal touch on these teeny tiny details can make your day just that bit extra special.

Blow us a kiss!


Share the multi-coloured love,


BBF

Monday 10 February 2014

Thanks for the Favour!


There’s always that one thing that you want to say to guests on your Wedding Day and that is a big thank you! You also want to give your guests the best memories possible from your special day. What’s the best way to do so? Getting creative with your favours of course!
Family and friends are the ones that make your day special so try to give them a gift that they will remember. The traditional favour is usually sugar coated almonds in small organza bags; these are good to have as they are cheap and traditional. Although nowadays it has become more popular to use sweets in a bag instead, this could work out to be a more cost effective option and would suit both adults and children.
If you wanted to go that extra mile and spend a little bit more, another great idea would be to give out personalised favours such as gifts with names on or individual small gifts or gestures. A great example would be personalised named chocolate, not only would this be a good favour it would also double up and become a name card on each table.


 

Tasty treat and practical too!





An alternative idea would be to relate a gift to part of your wedding. For example if your wedding was in the winter season why not supply your guests with small hand warmers or gloves to keep warm when gathering outside. Or, on the other hand, if you are planning a summer wedding why not supply ice lollies as a refreshment to go alongside with the celebratory drink? Cheap and Cheerful.
 




What you don’t want to happen during your meal is to have lots of screaming and crying kids running around and ruining the atmosphere. Instead of giving them a favour of chocolate and sweets try gifting them a colouring book and some crayons, this would help to settle the kids down and keep them at the table.

Let the speeches begin!




Remember - It is your day and it is just one day, so make every little thing count.
Chloe

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