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Easter Weddings

We have a wedding tomorrow. I don't normally take weddings on a last minute basis, but because the bride sounded so sweet AND desperate, it is an honor to help her create a perfet day. I will try to take pictures - you know how that goes!
In the meantime, have a wonderful Easter weekend!

Added by Cynthia Betts on April 2, 2010 at 3:59am — No Comments

Bridal Show is a success

If you missed joining us yesterday at the ISU Alumni Center at our Wedding Salon Bridal Show, then you missed a great afternoon. We had fun! We gave out lots of prizes. We visited with great vendors. We sampled suberb food. We saw lots of table and wedding ideas. Pictures are coming.....

Want to join us for the next show? April 11th at bella sala in Tiffin from noon - 3 pm.

We showcase XOXO Bridal Boutique in a great catwalk fashion runway show in addition to all of the above… Continue

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 29, 2010 at 3:50pm — No Comments

Bridal Shows

Don't forget about our Bridal Show tomorrow at the ISU Alumni Center in Ames, IA from noon - 3 pm. We are going to have a great show with lots of great prizes, professional vendors, beautiful tablescapes and delicious foods to samples. Want to see who is coming? Check out our show information page: http://www.theweddingsalonbridalshows.com/2010_ISU_Bridal_Show.html

If you…

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Added by Cynthia Betts on March 27, 2010 at 2:37am — No Comments

Great Photographers in Iowa

Carrie from Geno Photography sent me some lovely pictures and I had to share them with you. I have said this so many times, but Iowa has wonderful photographers, there is never any need to go outside our great state!…

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Added by Cynthia Betts on March 25, 2010 at 4:08pm — No Comments

These Pictures Make us Smile

Clint Huffaker sent me some amazing pictures that I just had to share with you.
http://weddingsiniowa.blogspot.com/2010/03/pictures-to-make-us-smile.html

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 24, 2010 at 3:55am — No Comments

Wedding Helpers

There is one more set of helpers that are critical to a successful wedding event, the Host and Hostess.

The job of a Host and Hostess is one of great importance. They are the greeters to your ceremony space, thus the first people that your guests will see and talk to. Make sure to ask people, who will be filling this role, who are pleasant speaking, well mannered and understand that they will be meeting with many different personalities. A Host may be asked to pass out… Continue

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 23, 2010 at 2:36am — No Comments

Wedding Helpers

Here are some necessary helpers for your wedding day. If you enlist several people's help, give them small, quick projects to do, none of them will feel like they are "slave labor" for your event. Many hands make for light work = perfection!

Guest Book Attendants - These attendants are instrumental in making sure that your guests sign your guest book. Not having the traditional sign-in book? Then these helpers are even more valuable…

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Added by Cynthia Betts on March 22, 2010 at 3:35am — No Comments

This is not funny!

You spend hundreds (even thousands) oif dollars on your dress, makeup, hair, tuxedo, flowers, beautiful invitation, a venue, food, dance, beverage and gifts. You are absolutely in love with each other and have taken great care to make sure that your day is perfect and beautiful. Why disrepect each other with this debassing act?

I love a joke as much as the next guy - but this really does not have any place at a wedding. Making sure that you wife falls to the ground with cake smashed oin…

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Added by Cynthia Betts on March 18, 2010 at 1:55am — No Comments

Do You Love it?

Orange is a daring color, but also very beautiful! I love brides who dream in color.

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 15, 2010 at 4:30pm — No Comments

Fashion Show

We are excited about the Fashion Show at our upcoming Bridal Show in Tiffin, IA: www.theweddingsalonbridalshows.com

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 13, 2010 at 4:17am — No Comments

This is just what we ordered

Spring is almost here. How about something to bring a smile to your face as you anticipate the coming warmth and sunshine.
http://weddingsiniowa.blogspot.com/2010/03/this-is-just-what-we-ordered.html

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 12, 2010 at 4:27pm — No Comments

Bridal Gown Specials

When brides are looking for their gowns, deals are always a special bonus. So.....if you are looking for more deals - this week seems to be a good one for them! Elaine's Bridal will be bringing beautiful wedding gowns to our Wedding Salon Bridal Show at the ISU Alumni Center on March 28th from noon - 3 pm. In addition to the latest designers, she is also bringing some 1/2 price gowns as well as gowns marked…

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Added by Cynthia Betts on March 10, 2010 at 3:33am — No Comments

Photobooth Special

When Dan from Dan Phillips Photography sent me his special deal, I just had to share it with you. I love photobooths, so this is something that would be great for anyone's wedding.

NOW AVAILABLE - LIVE PHOTO BOOTH! Everyone loves a photo booth right? Why not add a large 10ft photo booth to your reception? Whether you have a photogenic family or not, the live photo booth is sure to bring out some great smiles and laughter after your wedding. This option is FREE if you respond within… Continue

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 9, 2010 at 4:50pm — No Comments

Need a Bbachelorette Night out idea?

http://weddingsiniowa.blogspot.com/2010/03/bachelorette-fun.html

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 8, 2010 at 6:00am — No Comments

Brides and Color = Love!

http://weddingsiniowa.blogspot.com/2010/03/would-you-wear-this-color.html

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 6, 2010 at 4:22am — No Comments

Sweets to the rescue

I love candy buffets. They are so fun to plan and execute. It is a great little favor for your guests, not to mention a fun way to show off your style. Candy buffets can take on many forms - themes, colors, types, or just a hodge podge of your childhood favorites. I have seen old and young flock to these tables just to sample the sweets and maybe take home some treats in cute bags with your initials on them.

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 4, 2010 at 4:03am — 1 Comment

A Beautiful Relationship

There are times when a bride comes along that you just love. Melissa was one of those wonderful people - sweet and kind, generous with her spirit and very genuine. When she offered me some of her pictures to post, I couldn't say no. Her wedding was last fall - a great time of year in Iowa to get married. Their ceremony was in Ames with their reception at Seven Oaks Recreational Center in Boone. You can see by their pictures that they had a beautiful day!

Added by Cynthia Betts on March 3, 2010 at 3:00pm — No Comments

Ring Bearers need love too!

I love Ring Bearers. They are adorable little boys acting all dressed up, but you just know that deep down, they would love to rip through the suit and romp through the chairs! It is a great photographer that can catch those special memories!

Make sure that when you add children to your bridal party that you know that sometimes children act like children. Don't be surprised if your little ones don't make it down the aisle in the poised and perfect way that you have planned, but if they…

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Added by Cynthia Betts on March 1, 2010 at 9:58am — No Comments