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SPRING
BRIDES
Wedding Planner
JANUARY 2016
A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO
W A P A K O N E T A
DAILY NEWS
Evening
&
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LEADER
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SPRING BRIDES | BEFORE THE BIG DAY
Spring Bridal
Showers
T
he spring is the most
popular time of year for
weddings for a number
of reasons. The weather gives
you options not available
during the potentially hot
summer months or
unpredictable winter and fall.
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Wapakoneta Daily News and The Evening Leader • January 13, 2016
SPRING BRIDES | BEFORE THE BIG DAY
For the most part, you
can count on spring’s
mild temperatures and its
steady weather patterns
— especially in late
spring.
The spring also gives
you flexibility when it
comes to planning a bridal shower. Friends of the
bride have long put their
heads together to pull off
a memorable shower
experience that all
involved parties remember for years to come.
Here are some of the
most important things to
remember when throwing
a shower:
• Decide on a date that
is ideal for all attendees
— usually a weekend day
when getting off of work
isn’t an issue.
• Choose your venue
and make sure you book
it months ahead of time.
There’s nothing worse
that having to go to your
backup plan just because
you didn’t plan ahead.
• Plan (and stick to)
your budget. Set a budget
for the entire event and
make sure you follow it
during both the planning
and execution phases.
Your fellow bridesmaids
will likely pitch in to help
you avoid over-spending
on this special event.
SHOWER
IDEAS
Below are some ideas
for what kinds of spring
bridal showers you can
plan for your friend or
family member. Don’t forget to incorporate the
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bride’s likes and dislikes
into the festivities. For
example, if the outdoors
isn’t really her thing, a
day-long event filled with
lawn games probably isn’t
your best bet. Be creative,
be practical and most of
all be fun.
SPA PARTY
A spa bridal shower is a
great way to relax the
bride during this anxious
time. Consider booking
your local spa or hiring a
couple of professionals to
come to you. A DIY spa
station could include a
massage table, a facial
space and a mani-pedi
seat. Be sure to play relaxing music and deck your
place out with soothing
decorations.
FOOD PARTY
What bride doesn’t love
food — especially healthy
food to help her stay trim
and fit for her special day?
Set up a food-themed
party to let your guests
indulge on deli sandwiches, cheese and crackers,
vegetables and fruit salads.
PERFUME BAR
If your venue allows it, a
perfume bar is a unique
addition to your bridal
shower. This is a great
complement to s spa location.
Ask the company’s management if they would permit you to put together a
table area full of perfumes
for sampling throughout
the shower.
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SPRING BRIDES | RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT
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SPRING BRIDES | RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT
Lawn games let your
guests wind down after
your formal ceremony.
They also make for great
conversation and friendly
competition that bring
out the best in your
friends and family members.
Lawn games are not
only fun but inexpensive,
as well. You can even
build them yourself.
Decide which lawn games
you’re hoping to incorporate and head to the hardware store for lumber and
other necessities.
Some of the most popular lawn games include
bags, Frisbee golf and
lawn darts. Make your
own scoring systems and
rules to make things more
interesting. Here are a few
more ideas:
HORSESHOES
FOR THE KIDS
Horseshoes is a timetested lawn game perfect
for all ages. Minimal
equipment is needed for
setup, making it the perfect DIY lawn game for
your reception.
You can likely find a
horseshoe set at your
local hardware or toy
store. Or you could make
your own by purchasing a
few steel rebar rods about
1 inch thick and getting
your hands on some actual horseshoes. Check in
with family members who
have horses or even your
local horse veterinarian to
see if they have any extras
lying around.
You’ll have a legitimate
horseshoe lawn game set
up in no time.
Let’s say you plan on
having four or five lawn
games set up for the
adults at your reception. This is a good
number that allows
rotation between games
and includes plenty of
guests in the fun.
But what about the
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kids? Children’s lawn
games can include pinthe-tail-on-the-donkey,
potato sack races or
simply smaller versions
of the adult games you
have set up. Whatever
you choose, be sure to
assign someone to
supervise the activity
to ensure optimal safety.
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SPRING BRIDES | DO IT YOURSELF
Add Hanging
Décor
F
rom flowers and lanterns
to everything in
between, hanging
decorations can add a special
touch to any church, hall or
reception area. The best part is
that you can find — or make
— a hanging decoration to
match any theme.
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SPRING BRIDES | DO IT YOURSELF
Consider the space
you have to work with
when coming up with
hanging decor ideas. If
your banquet hall is on
the large side, it may be
difficult to make enough
pieces to fill it. On the
other hand, you don’t
want to overwhelm a
small, cozy room with
too many materials hanging from the ceiling. Find
a balance to pull off the
perfect look.
FLOWERS
Fresh or dried flowers
make for the perfect
touch suspended upside
down from the ceiling.
They provide vibrant
colors and distinctive
smells, perfect for an
entryway or spaces
between tables.
Mix them with ribbons, strings and other
garnishes to make them
even more attentiongrabbing. A colorful mix
of flowers and ribbon
can help you pull off the
perfect soft design complement to nearly any
theme.
HANGING
BACKDROPS
If you’re looking for a
stunning yet practical
backdrop for reception
photos, consider handing
a backdrop made of a
combination of paper
cutouts and other special
touches that complement the color of your
wedding.
You’ll enjoy seeing
guests flock to capture
their own memories of
your wedding in front of
your spectacularly
designed backdrop.
They also may come
up with additional ideas
that you hadn’t considered. This kind of collaboration is key in exploring all options for your
perfect hanging decor.
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The greatest benefits
of attending a spring
bridal fair involves being
able to ask professionals
what they can offer in
the way of your unique
wedding wishes. If you
have an idea for a hanging decoration that you
haven’t seen at weddings
in the past, you can find
out the possibilities of
pulling it off by asking a
designer or planner at a
bridal fair.
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SPRING BRIDES | FRIENDS AND FAMILY
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SPRING BRIDES | FRIENDS AND FAMILY
You don’t want to
leave out anyone, and
you also want to pair the
right groomsman with
the right bridesmaid to
match your vision for
photos.
Once you select your
party, it’s up to you to
help them form a bond
ahead of your wedding.
That way everything
from the rehearsal to the
reception can go that
much smoother. You
want your wedding party
feeling relaxed and able
to have a good time, so
do your best to bring
them together.
Ways to do so can
range from throwing a
party at your home or
inviting everyone out for
a fun evening on the
town. Whatever you
decide, be sure to
include everyone to
make sure you create the
strongest bond possible.
HIT THE
WATER
The springtime provides beautiful weather
for outdoor activities.
Take advantage by inviting your wedding party
out for a day of fishing,
boating, swimming or
lounging. If you have a
local marina, consider
renting jet skis or large
rafts for the afternoon
and spend the day getting to know each other
in the water.
You also could choose
to simply spend the day
at the pool. What’s more
relaxing than laying
poolside with a cool
drink in your hand? The
laid-back atmosphere is
perfect for fostering
communication between
those in your wedding
party.
to build a bond is
through a little friendly
competition. Set up a
half-day of fun on your
local golf course, your
local bowling alley or
even your local paint gun
range.
Make sure everyone
can attend well ahead of
time and consider splitting teams strategically,
so people outside of your
normal social circle can
easily get to know those
who aren’t. Your wedding party will appreciate your efforts in trying
to bring everyone
together before the big
day.
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SPRING BRIDES | MUSIC
Choosing Performers
M
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any wedding celebration. Finding the perfect
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SPRING BRIDES | MUSIC
Before deciding on your
final choice for music,
make sure to ask some
basic questions — along
with any others specific to
your wedding — to make
sure you find the one most
aligned with your nuptial
needs.
Do you perform original music or play cover
songs?
This is a question for a
band you are consider hiring. You want to make sure
their musical preferences
match what you’re looking
for. Weddings are generally
an atmosphere where
cover bands may be a better fit, but this is up to
you.
What is your price
range, and can I get a
quote on paper?
Making sure you have a
written quote will help
resolve any confusion
come payment time.
How many weddings
have you performed for
in the past couple of
years?
This answer may be one
of the most important, as
you want to make sure the
company is experienced
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and up to the challenge.
Will you be providing
the equipment and song
list? Can you take
requests?
A “no” answer to any of
these questions could lead
to more work for you as
you try to coordinate what
will be played during your
ceremony.
Do you only play one
event per day?
You want to make sure
you have the full attention
of the musical act or DJ
during your wedding.
Are you easy to get in
touch with if I have questions throughout the
music planning process?
A good musical act or
DJ will surely answer “yes.”
A good follow-up question
is for a list of references
just to make sure you can
conduct a little follow-up
research.
Do you also do
announcements?
It’s a great bonus to
have your wedding band
or DJ make announcements throughout the
night. That’s one less thing
for you to worry about.
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SPRING BRIDES | THE ENVIRONMENT
Go Green for Your Big Day
A
new wave of brides and grooms are redefining the way
weddings are planned and executed — and the
environment is at the forefront of their efforts.
SPRING BRIDES | THE ENVIRONMENT
According to a poll by
the Clinton Global
Initiative and Microsoft,
66 percent of millennials
believe there is solid evidence of global warming,
and about 75 percent say
it is because of human
activity.
In turn, these environmental advocates are taking action by planning
weddings that relay less
on disposable products
and fossil fuels and more
on sustainable practices
that can lead to a healthier environment.
Follow our suggestions below to integrate a
little of this approach
into your spring wedding.
can range from paper
flower bouquets to sustainable invitations.
There are card companies that print their
materials on 100 percent
post-consumer recycled
paper or alternative nontree fibers. Some businesses pledge to plant a
tree for every order you
make with them.
Knowing you had a positive impact on the environment in your wedding planning will give
you that extra feeling of
satisfaction.
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VENDORS
The less distance you
put between your church
and reception hall, the
less pollution you are
inviting into the atmosphere through the burning of gasoline in the
vehicles of your wedding
party.
This seems like a small
step, but consider how
many cars will be traveling around town on the
day of your wedding.
Inviting 200 guests
means you’re probably
One of the most
meaningful steps you can
take is to enlist the services of Earth-friendly
vendors. These businesses are committed to following environmentally
sound processes when
producing and delivering
their products, which
es
Wish
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Jan
Hap
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Joe y Life!
Schm
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We love you!
Mom & Dad
Here’s to
a great
marriage!
Sally and Josh
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also inviting 50 to 100
vehicles onto your community’s roadways.
That’s a large carbon
footprint you could lessen by keeping things
confined to the same
building or ones that are
close in proximity.
nursing homes and shelter facilities. By choosing
to participate in such an
arrangement, you are
passing along some of
the beauty of your wedding to even more people around you.
These companies also
keep your flowers out of
landfills by composting
them into usable materials for gardens and other
uses.
Look around in your
area for these types of
services or offer to do it
yourself in collaboration
with your local nursing
homes or shelters.
RECYCLE
YOUR
FLOWERS
Many companies
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Tips for
Perfect Nails
O
ne of the finer
details of the
perfect wedding
day look is in your nails.
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SPRING BRIDES | BEAUTY
You will be showing off
your new wedding ring to
all of your guests at the
reception, so you want
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As you know, the
options for how to prepare
and design your nails are
endless. Choosing the
right color of polish is just
the beginning.
PREPARE
YOUR NAILS
Since you know your
nails will be near the center of attention when the
focus is on your ring, start
taking care of them
months ahead of time.
This means stop biting
your nails and cuticles. It
also means moisturize
your hands often to get
them ready to shine on
your special day.
You can’t expect a nail
technician to be able to fix
damage caused by improper care. This comes down
your effort in maintaining
healthy hands and nails
today and beyond.
tion only to find it makes
your hands feel clunky
and awkward when you
want them to feel comfortable and natural.
Have a
Backup Plan
Nails break and paint
chips. Will you be prepared if something like
this happens on your
wedding day? It’s a good
idea to keep extra bottles
of polish in multiple locations.
If you will be sporting
artificial nails, be sure to
pack a repair kit comprised of extra nails, glue
and other items that will
enable you to make a
quick fix in the case of a
nail breaking.
Consider having one
in the room where you
will be preparing, as well
as one in your purse or
the purse of your bridesmaid — that way you’ll
be prepared to handle an
emergency situation
without stress.
We cater to all
cuisines
Plus:
• Allergens
• American
• Ethnic
• Gluten Free
• Vegan
• Vegetarian
KNOW YOUR
PREFERENCES
You probably already
have a favorite nail look
from past formal events
you have attended, such
as other weddings or your
prom. If it’s not broken,
don’t fix it.
This day is all about
you, so the more familiar
you keep these kinds of
details, the more relaxed
you will feel throughout
the day. There’s nothing
worse than experimenting
with a new nail applica-
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SPRING BRIDES | THE CAKE
While some brides and
grooms forgo a large wedding cake in favor of a dessert bar or a cake on every
table at the reception, others
clamor for a the tradition.
They can’t picture not having a magnificent cake to
ooh and ahh over and feed
each other later. If you are
among them, here are some
tips to ensure you get the
cake you want.
Know what you want. Do
some research well in
advance of any cake tastings.
Browse bridal magazines
and websites. Check out
bakery windows and books.
Attend some bridal shows.
Cut, print or take photos of
any and everything you like.
You might like the shape of
one cake and the piping of
another. Create a scrapbook
of the features you like, and
if you know the colors of
your wedding, add in some
fabric swatches. Study your
scrapbook in great detail and
rank the features you like
best. If you have any artistic
skills or know someone who
does, you might want to
have some sketches done of
your ideal cake. The more
you have to show bakers in
the future, the better chance
you will receive the design
you want.
Set a budget. Generally,
the larger the cake and the
more intricate the design,
the more it will cost to
make. Determine both what
you would like to spend and
what you are willing to
spend. Have a top dollar in
mind, an amount you absolutely will not go over, and
stick to it. Understand that
you may have to make some
compromises and be willing
to take some cost-cutting
The Centre
at Bluffton
Reception Hall
Banquet Facility
• 2 Large Room Sizes
• Accommodate over 600
• Total Event Planning
measures. Opt for a few faux
tiers in favor of several
expensive tiers, or restrict
the more expensive designs
and flavors to the smaller
tiers. Order a smaller, more
elaborate wedding cake for
the cake table and inexpensive sheetcakes for guests.
Choose a good baker.
Look for reputable bakers
that specialize in wedding
cakes and set up appointments with them. Show
them your scrapbook and
sketches and discuss how
feasible your ideal wedding
cake would be. If you are
having your reception outside in the dog days of summer, for example, you may
find out that the intricate
design in buttercream frosting you have your heart set
on won’t work. The baker
might recommend a design
in fondant instead, as it will
hold up better in the heat.
Ask the baker for an honest
assessment of your sketches
and listen to what they have
to say. Discuss colors and
flavors, and arrange for a
cake tasting if possible.
Discuss timelines and costs.
Present your budget and ask
for an estimate. Good bakers
will do their best to work
within your budget and find
ways to cut costs.
Order early. Don’t walk
into a bakery a few days
before your wedding and
expect a masterpiece. Good
bakers are busy. Start the
process early and don’t sign
a contract until you are satisfied with the terms and have
reviewed them in detail.
Know exactly what you are
getting and when it will be
delivered, as well as what
any last-minute changes or
add-ons will cost you.
Experience the charm of
a very special place
“All in one Event Rental Store”
• Tables
• Chairs
• Lighting
• Chandeliers
• Linens
• Dance Floors
419-358-8533
601 N. Main St. • Bluffton
www.thecentreonline.com
6057 Franklin Drive
Celina, OH 45822
419-268-1800
877-925-TENT (8368)
www.reliablerentalinc.com

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