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How much are they for the minimum #? I know there have been several other threads from Brides who have shared orders of items like this, custom mugs etc. I am looking into making some key card holders, but these are pretty nice. What color were you thinking? I am early in my planning so I don't know how many I would need but perhaps someone else looking for something similar would be willing to split the order?

cute! I love these. Maybe you could put them in the bottom of your dress bag that you will carry on? I have heard others put their real touch bouquets and other fragile items in with the dress!

HI Girls, I have had lots of these moments, but I keep telling myself that even if we were having our wedding here at home, there would STILL be those people who have opinions and aren't afraid to tell you what they think. I have a few family members as does FI that have been subtely or not so subtley complaining about the dates, suggesting their preferred resorts, or telling us that we should just go on our own and have a wedding here. I am actually getting really tired of explaining/defending our choice, and partly for this reason I have decided we will include a heartfelt letter with our save the date magnets that explains our choice of a DW. I have seen a number of great threads on here or suggestions for what to write in the letter. Another suggestion would be to write a letter to your guests on your website (if you are using one). I want people to feel welcome and invited, but I won't stand for others trying to impress their views on us. Suggestions are welcome, but we dont have to take them! good luck! Holly

We are waiting for the final confirmations but we have chosen April 20th with the ceremony at Majestic Colonial followed by dinner and reception on La Barcaza (the wedding boat)! Its getting pretty real now! So excited!

I would buy one of those clear or metal hair combs and sew it to the flower, or a small claw clip. You can also glue some felt or sturdy material to the back of the flower and then sew the clip to that. also you should check out youtube for ideas. i found this simple video tutorial, I am sure there are others! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBHJRT6-Ovw

Thanks for these. I was not even considering a sand ceremony as I didnt beleive it was "us" but now that I have read some of your suggested readings I have changed my mind. Off to show FI some of the options and sell him on the idea!

Kendall these are beautiful! wishing you a wonderful wedding and will be borrowing some of your ideas/tips!

these are a nice find. I am curious. are you giving out your OOT bags before you go or how are you getting all of this down with you. I had almost written off the idea of cups/mugs since they are bulky and I wasn't certain how to travel with them plus all of your other wedding related stuff! Thanks Holly

I am in the process of looking for real touch flowers to do my own bouquets and bouts, etc. I have seen some selection in Hobby Lobby when I was in the states last week. Any other suggestions of good places to look for real touch at really great prices in the US? I live in Canada, and I have checked Micheals, but they are considerably more expensive so I think will buy them on a trip to the US. Any other canadian suggestions?

http://www.printwithmypic.com/announcements/savethedate.php Hi ladies, I have been hunting for an easy template for a non-designer to create my own STDs with vistaprint magnets. I found the link above and thought I would share, they have some cute free templates!

We had the same questions. We are both in our early 30's, we have had a house for awhile and have everything we need already. what we decided is to do a small registry and have our parents and close family tell people when they ask that we have requested no gifts since we know everyone is making a great investment to come to the wedding and that is the greatest gift we could have! For those who are persistent (we both have a few family members who won't take "no gifts" for an answer, we have registered a few things. My family has also informed me that though I requested no shower, they will be hosting one. So, ettiquette-wise...thats the road we decided to take. But I have certainly seen very polite ways of stating no gifts and also ways of saying cash. For example for a friends shower, the invite included a note that the bride and groom were renovating their kitchen and suggested a contribution to thier reno. I didnt find it rude at all! You may also want to remind your FH that not everyone will be able to make the destination wedding and so they may want to send a gift with their regrets..

these are soo nice! we also considered not getting engagement photos done but now have had a photographer friend offer to take some shots for STDs. I never thought of doing a mixbook guest book. did you get a good deal?

Thank you for your detailed review and cost breakdown!! so helpful to even have a guideline to start developing a budget! Thanks!! Holly

Thank you aaronlori! that was exactly what I needed to know! They are top of my list for the reasons you listed, but I am glad to hear that is the concensus from others as well! thanks so much!! Happy planning gals Holly

Thanks Ladies, I am also considering Majestic Colonial, it is so hard to decide!! Can I ask you what sold you in the end on this resort if you don't mind?

darn code doesnt appear to work for me.. maybe because I am ordering from Canada....

Do you get any of the emails with free uploads? I haven't gotten one of those yet... I just sent away for my first Vistaprint order last week! a hat, a tshirt, a tote, 250 business cards (inserts for luggage tags), 100 postcards (to put in OOT bags), 1 rubber stamp, 2 magnets (for OOT bags), 140 custom address labels, and a pen. All for $26 bucks for shipping!! WOOHOO. I am waiting to see the quality of the stuff in the first order before I go crazy ordering more swag for OOT bags and postcard STDs!

what a great idea!! My FH is a packers fan so I was struggling with how to make a DIY Packers garter... I have seen some on Ebay but they are covered in logos, I prefer your idea! I am on a hunt for GB Packers earrings now! Thanks so much!

Hi Girls! I am also considering Paradisus. Have you received info back from them on 2012 package prices? I'm still waiting to hear... PM me if you have anything you could share? Thanks! Holly

Oh thanks for shaing this info! We are looking at the last 2 weeks in April in Punta cana so I will keep photophil in mind! I have heard lots of good things on BDW about his work!

Hey LMAngo, sorry to hear about your situation. My fiance and I found ourselves at a "crossroads" similar to your story about a year and a half ago. I ended up asking him to move out. This was a BIG wake up call to him because up until this point I had nagged about what I wanted but never truly took a stand. It sounds as though your fiance has realized what he has done, but that doesn't excuse his actions and the trust that he has broken with you. What worked for us in the end was going to couples counselling. We actually only went to a few sessions together and then he also went to some by himself and it has helped us immensely. I know its a scary step to take (and many men have a hard time agreeing to do it) but I would HIGHLY recommend it. Whether or not you will make it as a couple, time will tell. But for us, going to therapy helped us to learn how to talk to each other when we didnt agree, how to recognize our hot points and though our relationship isnt perfect.. we have been able to come to the realization that we both want to spend the rest of our lives together and continue working at our relationship for the long haul. Don't worry about others opinions. I was also mortified when we broke up, in fact it took me a while to share it with friends and family. I felt like a failure and so ashamed. And also struggled with it when we got back together... would people think I was weak? that I took him back too easily. All I can tell you is, no matter what happens, your friends and family will be there. To celebrate with you on the big day, or to pick you up off the floor and help you to sort it all out. Wishing you the best!! Holly

Hi Ladies! we havent chosen a date or resort yet but we are looking at the 3rd or 4th week of April in Punta Cana. I havent even thought about a photographer though.. I will keep an eye on this thread!

Love this! totally saving to my wedding bookmarks file! thanks!!

what about key/tip holders with the cute saying inside (can print using free business cards from vistaprint)? you would only need to make 2 per room.... and would probably be cheap to mail them?

So glad I came accross this thread! I too have been a bit upset by the negative reactions, and just peoples willingness to share their opinion of your choice! (trust me I didn't ask!!) I am doing my best to toughen up, and not let them get to me. For the most part, everyone is excited, but my mom in particular questions our choice nearly every time I speak to her. I want her to be involved, I am her only daughter. but she is driving me nuts!! Stay strong sister! The wording that you girls included above for STDs and Websites is really helpful, I will be taking your advice for sure. Thanks ladies! Holly