StephanieMN

My FI and I went to Grand Centeral stationery this afternoon because my mom heard they were moving. Most things are 50-75% off but the special wedding papers are 30% off. We got some great envelopes to send out our destination information. It is located in Maple Grove and they are moving to Osseo. Check it out! Sort of picked over but you can still get great deals on suff.

My sister got married in September of 2006 and she got her dress here We also got our dresses there as well. The service was wonderful and I like how they would hold our dresses for however long we needed them to. The downside is that it is in Blaine which was far for me but I am not sure where you are coming from. We didn't get our dresses altered there so I can't speak to that part of their service. I am wishing we had used them as my dress got messes up. They had a huge selection and made it fun for us. Hope this helps!

Lovely! Great for a DW.

We all wore jewelry from Avon at my sisters wedding ( our gifts) and they looked great. I have a few of their peices and they seem to hold up well. If you are concerned about quality I would say just order one and see if you like it. I think it was something like $8.

This could also be under "Attire" but I choose gifts because they have some great bags that your MOH's may like... I was looking through my Avon book last night and came across some thing you girls might like. They have some starfish pendants and some other great bags that you could fill up with spa products for your MOH or other guests. I think this is what I will do! Here is a link to my reps site--she can mail stuff to you. AVON Representative JACLYN GOODEN serving the Coon Rapids, MN area

Oh that tea is some tasty stuff! They also sell it in tins with 2 bags in it. Not sure where just got it as a gift

Thanks for the link. We have looked at that place and are actually getting married by Lake of the Sky weddings somewhere on the lake. I finally heard back from the hotel I was looking at and got catering quotes that are higher than I was expecting so we are on to plan "b" ( or "m" no clue how many times we have had to change it.) We are going to, hopefullly, rent a cabin/house so we can have people over after the wedding. The hotel was going to charge us close to $40 a person for BBQ! NO way am I paying that. Has anyone heard of "Forest Suites"? I read reviews on their Hotel and the hotel rooms got poor reviews but people like the suits so that is what we are blocking out. Does anyone know if there are good casinos close by Tahoe or in Stateline? I have never been so I welcome any advice or hints!

I just want to find a nice place to stay in Tahoe the will let us rent out a hall! Am I asking too much for a CALL BACK! Man I have called/emailed several places and I get the run around. I don't want my guests to get the run around. I wish I had the money to get a wedding planner who would deal with all this stuff---ok I am done. I have a WW meeting tonight other wise I would totally grab a cookie!

Quote: Originally Posted by RAENJAY I'm gonna agree - totally tacky! Why doesn't she just post a list of Aunt Sue - Buy me a TV Uncle Bill - You'll get us a new washer It's almost the same thing. And it's not like you can't return something if you don't like what people have given you. It's supposed to be the thought that counts. HA! That is great! How self-involved would you have to be to put rules on gift giving?

Welcome and good luck---lots of help here!

Spanx all the way for me! For the sweaty thing I have heard from some girls that this stuff works! https://pureromance.com/EC_ProductVi...ryID=1&pid=907 It is a powder spray that a lot of girls use to put under their boobs in the summer...they swear by it. I can get it for you if you are interested in it, just pm me.

Amazing--thanks!

those look fabulous! That must have taken a lot of time to do

Congrats to you both!

I would say *Ministor/pastor what have you * Flower girls basket * Bridesmaids

I am planning on it and normally their dresses are $400 ( not even close to the $700 they are saying they were) I am just trying to decide if using them is a good idea. I am really into the classic style dresses with very little beading. I may get it now as I can save big bucka! I think I will head to David's Bridal and at least try some on so I can see what I like before I order.

Has anyone ever heard of or used Chrys Cross bridal? It looks like they custom make the dress but I have not seen or heard any reviews other than the ones on their site. Chrys Cross Bridal - Designer Wedding Gowns and Accesories for the Princess Bride on a Budget

Thanks for sharing. Like the "chocolate" theme.

My dad passed away when I was 17 and my sister just got married and honored him at her wedding. I am not sure where she got her "traditional" idea from but she left a seat open for him and then ,when my mom walked her down, she put a white lily on the seat. So my sister carried her flowers and my mom had the lily. We did have to get after my mom because she put her purse on the seat She also had read that a sunflower was another flower recommended. I am sure there is symbolism behind the two flowers I am not sure what that is. She made mention of it in the program so she didn't put a sign up. I like it better that way- seemed classy.

oooh I see. I didn't have any issues using it. I actually liked the site. I can save my book and think on it for a while before placing the order. I agree that you can get a nicer cover but I kind of like the look of the ones they have. Just throwing the idea out there for those of you who don't want to buy software. Good luck and happy creating.

Have you ladies every thought of trying shutterfly.com? I did one for my FI for Valentines day and the quality is the same as the ones I am seeing on Sharedink. They have templates and I know ours were "full bleed" (only just figure out what that ment ) I spent hours making it look nice then clicked to send it on it way. You can pick leather covers and many other options. I was very happy! I am doing one for our engagement party. Take a look- can't hurt. Let me know if you want to see pictures of the one we did of our trip.

I actually lined someone else up who is giving me a great deal. I will let everyone know how they turned out. She is taking our engagement photos soon so I can test her out.

If anyone wants to use these graphics I sure could email them to you. I have more just didn't post them. I just love the vintage look!

We are getting married the day after you!! I sent some out just yesterday and a bigger batch went out about a month ago. Go for it now. People get so busy that they will probably be happy to have the info sooner. We are talking about sending our invite out before Christmas--have you talked about that part yet?

I am not sure if you all know this but you can upload any photo at Cafepress.com and make it into just about anyting. Bags- Buttons-T-shirts! Lots of stuff. If you have the time I would encourage you to make your own thing as you will save $1-2 just on the buttons. Here are some of the ones I made yesterday. Thanks to Maria who showed me the magic of Powerpoint!