Monthly Archives: November 2006

Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers: Is It for Me?

November 10, 2006

With all of today’s publications and guides to help brides create their dream wedding, many brides are choosing the “do-it-yourself” route. The do-it-yourself bride is directly in charge of achieving the perfect mood for her special day. She makes the decisions and cuts out any unwanted influences, especially when it comes to the décor,...
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Wedding Traditions around the World

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November 9, 2006

The world is a small place. Love has no boundaries. Together, these two statements create many international romances. International love can add excitement and diversity to a relationship, but it can also create several problems, especially when it comes to weddings. Many couples find themselves pondering which cultural traditions to incorporate into the ceremony....
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Wedding Traditions around the World

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November 8, 2006

A Carnation’s Message

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November 7, 2006

The carnation is a widely known flower that dates back to the Near East and has existed for more than 2,000 years. The origin of this ruffled flower is slightly unclear. While some believe it was used as a Greek ceremonial flower in garlands and crowns, others believe it has biblical significance. Christian legend...
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Something Blue

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November 7, 2006

You have heard the saying “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a silver sixpence in her shoe.” It is a traditional saying that outlines several lucky items that a bride should carry with her on her wedding day. But what makes blue such a special color? Blue has traditionally been associated...
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51 American Flowers

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November 5, 2006

Celebrating nature, each state has adopted an official tree and flower. While some states have been associated with a certain flower since the late 1800s, others are as recent as 1999. Not all flowers are naturally found in its respective state. Many have been chosen due to their beauty and important meanings. Below you...
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Wedding Bouquet Rituals

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November 3, 2006

The bride did not always toss her bouquet. In fact, years ago she tossed her garter as a way to ward off the jealous guests who wanted pieces of her clothing. Marriage was an important event for women, and the single women at the wedding highly envied the bride. Wanting her luck as their...
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