Wedding Invitations and Ideas For Your April Wedding

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An April wedding can be a beautiful spring affair. The weather is not too hot, the spring blooms are starting to poke through and everyone is enjoying a sense of renewal and rebirth. April can be the perfect time to begin your lives together with a beautiful wedding.

Invitations
Take advantage of the light pastel colors to create a bright wedding invitation. Some patterns that look great for an April wedding invitation include seersucker, pinstripe and polka dots. Take your cues from Easter tones with pale yellow, baby blue, light pink, muted green and lavender are all great for April. Include a lavender sachet or a pretty pastel ribbon with your invitation for a beautiful and subtle spring touch.

Also, if you're sending your spring-themed wedding invitations on time, they should reach your guests around February or March (depending on when in April your wedding is set for) - just in time to relieve your guests of the winter doldrums.

Decorations
Seasonal flowers for April include Bells of Ireland, Chrysanthemum, Snap Dragons and Sweet Peas. Take your cues from these light colors and accent with your flowers. Choosing flowers that are in season can save you some money and give your wedding bouquet a fresh look.

Since April is also Easter-time you may have to deal with Easter decorations. Make sure you check with any venue you rent or the church where your wedding ceremony will be held to make sure you either like the decorations or can have them removed for your event.

Reception menu
While there is no rule about which foods to serve you might consider fresh foods and baby vegetables to pair with a light chicken or salmon dish. A crisp salad with strawberries or apricots can add zing to your April menu. For the bar, served chilled white wine and a fruity punch or signature cocktail

Weather
In many areas, the weather can be unpredictable in April. But don't let this deter you from an April wedding. If you're planning for an outdoor wedding, make sure you have some indoor space available in case the April showers loom. Make a note on your invitation about your 'plan b' so guests know where to go in the event of inclement weather.

Attire
Again, the weather may dictate some of your details for you. Make sure you to note your indoor or outdoor plans on your April wedding invitation so guests can dress accordingly. Any day in April can be warm and sunny or rainy and chilly. Additionally, plan on dressing your bridesmaids appropriately for the weather; consider a sleeved dress or a wrap to go with their dress. This will keep them warm and prepared for just about any weather situation.

April is a beautiful time to plan your wedding. Start with a bright spring invitation and you'll have everyone excited for your beautiful spring affair. Stay ahead of the fickle weather with a great 'plan b' - just in case - and you'll enjoy a great April wedding day

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Holiday Wedding Favors

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When talking about holiday wedding favors I am not just talking about Christmas, but also other notable dates in the year such as Valentines Day and Easter, both of which are popular for weddings.

If you are planning your wedding on one of these holiday dates then here are some ideas for wedding favors to give to your guests:

Christmas:
Christmas provides much by the way of inspirational wedding favors. Here are a few to consider:
- Sachets of mulled wine spice
- Bottles of mulled wine
- Miniature Christmas puddings or cakes
- Jars of homemade mincemeat
- Candy canes
- Gingerbread men
- Spice Christmas cookies
- Miniature knitted stockings filled with chocolates
- Scented candles with a festive aroma
- Whimsical candles shaped like Santa or snowmen
- Personalized tree decorations
- Christmas crackers

Easter:
Traditionally the start of springtime, Easter also offers much in the way of inspiration and not just with traditional symbols of Easter:
- Mini chocolate Easter eggs in a mock birds nest
- Chocolate rabbits
- Mini metal pails filled with chocolate eggs and decorated with chicks
- Packets of spring flower seeds
- Box of spring bulbs such as tulips, daffodils or narcissi
- Jars of honey
- A ceramic honey pot and server
- Easter and spring themed cookies
- Mini simnel cakes
- Recipe for hot cross buns
- Mini baskets filled with chocolate candies and flower shaped confectionery
- Butterfly shaped candles
- Box of flower shaped scented soaps
- Easter themed cookies such as eggs, chicks, rabbits, flowers, butterflies etc.
- Miniature carrot cakes

Valentines:
A perennial favorite, not only for weddings but also as a date for marriage proposals. Valentines Day has always been associated with love and romance, so here are a few wedding favor ideas to consider: Of source these items come in heart shape like.
- Soaps
- Candles
- Bottle stoppers, bookmarks or bottle openers
- Measuring spoons
- Traditional Welsh love spoon
- Photograph frames
- Cookies shaped like hearts, flowers and cupid
- Luxury truffle chocolates in a heart shaped box
- A mini book of love poems
- Mini heart shaped chocolate cakes
- Half bottles of champagne
- Rose shaped soaps or candles
- Key rings
- Coffee mugs with a sachet of gourmet coffee

Holidays can provide much in the way of inspiration for weddings and wedding favors and you will have no difficulty in coordinating your favors and packaging with your wedding theme. If you start your wedding planning early enough you may be able to take advantage of the holiday sales and purchase your wedding favors at a discounted rate when the stores reduce their prices after the holiday is over.

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Secrets to Obtaining Affordable Wedding Flowers

Among the most vital ingredients of an event that focuses on exchanging vows are wedding flowers. This is because they are actually responsible in providing color and attractiveness to that special occasion. They can also transform a plain area into something amazing. Take note however that there are budget issues to be considered, and that it is but normal for beginners to be confused when selecting the type of buds to make use of.

Getting married can be very costly, which is why finding ways to save money is a must. One of the most expensive parts of the said event is the purchase of blooms that will not only be used as a bridal bouquet, but also as part of the decorations of the venue. To get the best deal, it is important to use those that are readily available. Avoid off season ones. If it is the time of year for your particular choices, they will not cost that much of a fortune. It is also advisable to discuss with your florist and inform her of the maximum amount of money you are willing to spend.

Remember to speak with the flower shop staff about any color scheme you may have in mind; do not forget to also remind her of the kinds you hate. You also have to order in advance for more flexibility. In this way, the staff will be able to find the cheapest products that will suit the requirements that you have.

The date of your nuptials may also affect the price of the flora. Avoid having February ceremonies because the prices are sure to soar because of Valentine's Day. It may be best to hold the affair immediately during the Holiday season e.g. Easter, as most churches will surely be garlanded during that time, allowing you to order only a few items.

Try to find venues like gardens or parks that will definitely lush and beautiful enough, which means that you may not need to arrange for a lot of decorations, therefore helping you save a lot. If your function room also has another matrimonial party, why not have a talk with the other couple and decide to split the cost for more savings that will benefit you both.

You may also go for the most affordable blossoms such as carnations. Though they may not seem as beautiful as roses or tulips, when packed together, they can really look remarkable, not to mention quite inexpensive as compared to other types. Another good scheme will be to rent potted plants like tropical palms that will help fill the space, aside from relying only on blossom arrangements.

Do not be hasty when it comes to purchasing your wedding flowers. If you really want to stick to your budget, make a general checklist first and know what you need before discussing with a floral expert. Make it a point for your choices to match your marriage plans. They should also be reasonably priced without sacrificing quality and aesthetics.

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Wedding Cake Ideas

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To some the idea of taking on the project of creating their own wedding cake may seem an ominous task. However, with a little planning, organization and creativity it can become a satisfying and memorable experience.

There are a myriad of books and websites dedicated to wedding cake ideas where one can find an abundance of resources. An aspiring wedding cake designer must first decide on the style and size of the cake, which can itself be quite a task. The bride's wedding colors and theme should be taken into consideration first and foremost. Generalized tastes of the anticipated guests should also be taken into consideration, although an exquisite cake can still be made to cater to a rather neutral palate.

A great place to find ideas and supplies for your wedding cake is at a large craft store. Most of these stores dedicate large areas of floor space to wedding themed products. Here one can find wedding cake ideas galore! These stores generally offer a wide assortment of cake toppers, lace, ribbons and flowers. Some may even supply the cardboard circles for each layer of the cake to rest on, parchment paper, pastry bags and pillar supports if the layers are to be raised.

A restaurant supply store is another good source for these supplies and a good place to stock up on various sized cake pans and icing spatulas.

Spring wedding cake ideas are generally inspired by flowers and pastels colors. A light angel cake can be tiered into a low tower and layered in between with fresh berries. A fresh fruit preserve can act as the wedding cake icing and can be delicately strewn with edible flowers such as nasturtium, violet, jasmine and lilac.
Many brides are breaking from the traditional round-layered cakes and opting for a fresh and edgy square wedding cake. These cakes tier just as well as the traditional round cakes and can be offset to create a diamond design. The square cakes also are the perfect canvas for an intricate icing or fondant latticework.

A traditional tiered round cake can easily be taken from simple to elegant with the addition of some ribbon. Craft stores supply innumerable spools of finely detailed ribbon that can surely be matched to a bridal theme. Simply cut pieces of the ribbon to the circumference of the layers, carefully wrap and secure with a toothpick. The possibilities are endless!

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