DIY Glitter Table Numbers

DIY glitter table numbers are a fun and easy way to add a beautiful finishing touch to any wedding table! There is nothing better than adding your own personal flare to your wedding, and I can help you with this simple and cost efficient DIY guide!

What you need:

1. Wooden numbers
2. Glitter (any color of your choice!)
3. Tacky Glue
4. Wooden base blocks
5. Acrylic Paint
6. Paint Brushes
7. Hot glue gun and glue

1. Start by covering your wooden base evenly with acrylic paint (the choice of color is up to you!) Make sure you go over the base a couple of times so there is a solid layer of paint.

2. Cover your number in tacky glue and sprinkle the glitter on every side and edge, making sure you are covering every area.

 

3. Once everything is dry (about 2-3 hours), stick the bottom of the number to the wooden base using   a   thick layer of hot glue.

And there you have it!

Heather,

Xo

How to Choose Your Bridal Party

Planning your wedding is theoretically one of the most joyful and exciting times of your life; however, reconciling who you want to include in your bridal party can seem like an ordeal. With friends and family anticipating they will be asked, how do you chose your bridesmaids without making it a nightmare!?

Well first of all this is YOUR day, and this is YOUR wedding! Start prioritizing what is important to YOU!

Bridal parties can range from a single matron of honor, to twelve members of your bridal party standing with you on each side! Think about the size of your wedding and how many guests you want to attend, while traditional weddings suggest that there is one corresponding groomsman for each bridesmaid, it is no longer require that your wedding party is symmetrical.

Here are some tips to help you chose your bridal party:

• Think of your closest friends and family – think of the people who mean the most to you, and the friends you have had the longest. Think of the people that have been by your side through everything and have been accepting of you your entire life. These are the people that deserve to stand with you.

• More isn’t always merrier – The more bridesmaids you have, the greater the risk for complications, and the smaller the space you will have at the altar. Remember, you are the one paying for everything too!

• Do I need to return the favor – NO! Just because someone asked you to be in her wedding does not mean that you must have her in yours.

• Sex Counts! – Your bridesmaid does not need to be a female! It could be your greatest and longest guy friend too!

• Maid of Honor/Best Man – This should be obvious for most people! Your Maid of Honor/Best Man should be your sister or your brother, and to me I couldn’t visualize anyone else fulfilling the job! Your siblings know you better than you know yourself and will be there to guide you and help you on you special day! But, if it should be a friend, really think about who you want standing with you at the altar, and who you can rely on to help make those tough wedding decisions with you!

 

Heather,

Xo

 

Congratulations! You are engaged? So when is the date?!

This is a difficult decision for any couple; however, usually a year-long engagement is just about right.  This will give you plenty of time to envision the breathtaking dress, the whimsical venue (some are booked six to twelve months in advance) and select the number of guests to attend!

When selecting a date it is crucial to consider the following:

Budget

May through September are generally the most popular months for weddings which means these venues are booked faster, and tend to be more expensive around these months!

Season

• If you are having an outdoors wedding or a vacation wedding, weather plays a huge role when determining your    special date.
• The seasons can play a huge role when selecting the theme and color scheme of your wedding.

Holidays

• Holidays are a busy time of the year for everyone! The majority of venues host more than just weddings, so they’ll book up for holiday parties as well.
• You may choose to have your wedding during a holiday weekend, such as Memorial Day, as you and your family will have additional time off work to travel and celebrate with you.

Dates to Avoid

• Milestone birthdays/anniversary’s  in the family (parents 50^th wedding anniversary)
• Mother’s Day/Father’s Day
• Ask your bridesmaids – are they in another wedding?
• Thanksgiving
• New Year’s Eve
• Christmas Day
• Friday the 13^th (for those of you who are superstitious!)

Heather

Xo,