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It’s hard to imagineany wedding detail that could have escaped inclusion in the pages of Weddings for Dummies. How to build a chuppah, how to anchor a comb in the bride’s hair, who dances with whom and when–everything you ever wanted to know about getting hitched is right here. Fortunately, Marcy Blum and Laura Fisher Kaiser aren’t afraid to give an opinion or two (there’s a list of “Ten Tacky Temptations We Beg You to Resist”), but most of the information is entirely nonjudgmental. It’s ideal to have a much-married older sister plan your wedding, but if you have to do it yourself, this is the perfect book to tell you how.
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In this downturn economy, planning a wedding on a budget is more challenging than ever. Weddings For Dummies, 2E will come to the rescue providing expertise on everything from bridal gowns to the honeymoon with the emphasis on getting the (more…)

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‘The book covers everything from cost saving opportunities to themed winter weddings and contains a wealth of information that’ll truly inspire brides-to-be.’ Cornish Brides –Cornish Briades,

Weddings in the cooler months of the year can offerBig cost savings, afford spectacular locations and travel opportunities, and are more reliably planned for when you are not hoping for the appearance of the sun. With themes ranging from autumn leaves to winter wonderlands and mid-winter festivals, cooler-month weddings can be particularly romantic, glamorous, beautiful and unusual.Weddings expert Suzan St Maur shows you how to: pick a superb location at a far lower price than in peak season; create a magical, themed small wedding; arrange a wedding abroad that’s breath-taking value for money; organise fun hen and stag parties at bargain prices; choosea truly charming theme you will cherish forever; selectoutfits that make a striking fashion statement; (more…)

Projects include an apple & pear, a basket, a lace dove, a baby partridge, a small bell, aHuge lace bell, a victorian lady’s boot, a victorian hat,Massiveand small balls, a christmas mouse, a candle holder, a tassel, a pineapple ornament, a victorian heart sachet, a bugle and horn, a snowman, a lace angel, and a mitten.

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Valuable information on planning a wedding within a budget Are you planning a wedding, but worried about how much money you will have to spend? In today’s tough economic times, planning a budget wedding is more important than ever. This fun, money-saving guide is packed with tips for planning the wedding of your dreams without breaking your bank account! Inside you will find tons of tips and advice for planning a budget-friendly celebration while still remaining true to your personality, values, and tastes. You’ll see how to make and keep your wedding budget; selectthe most economical time to get married; scope out wedding locations that fit the bill; and incorporate everything from economical to green ideas thataccentuate style and elegance. Plus, you get tips and pointers for negotiating with vendors and avoiding hidden expenses and add-ons. Hands-on information for planning a stylish wedding while sticking to your budget Shows you how to get deals on (more…)

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Perhaps the best-looking and most complete guide to creating wedding accessories, Handcrafted Weddings demonstrates that you can achieve exactly the wedding look you want for less than the store-bought price, and you need only a modicum of crafting experience to accomplish most of it. Organized by theme, the five sections detail projects involving stationery, bridal party accessories, ceremony accents, reception decor, and memorabilia. In addition to dozens of beautiful traditional creations, there are wonderful touches of whimsy, such as the gold-accented white sneakers and baseball cap that the bride can swap for the formal veil and shoes at reception time; the card holder constructed from a white mailbox adorned with pine branches and papier-mâché birds; the mirror-tile centerpieces that double the effect of candlelight; or the fairy-tale fantasy of a twig arbor (surprisingly simple: anchor branches in buckets and swath in tulle and twinkle lights (more…)

Every bride-to-be wants her wedding to be uniqueand spectacular. Savvy, stylish brides are looking for ways to add their own style and sophistication to their wedding without relying on tradition-heavy standards. This idea-packed guide contains everything you need to personalize a wedding beautifully and elegantly, but also simply and inexpensively. There are dozens of fun-to-make projects including creative wedding invitations and seating cards to uniquegifts for the wedding party, dramatic centerpieces, and customized glassware-all of which lend a unique, handmade touch to your special occasion.

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The editors of Creative Publishing international have created dozens of best-selling titles in the fields of cafting, sewing, home repair, home improvement, home decor, and landscaping.

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If you’re planning a wedding and looking for elegant handmade touches, this is a great resource. But you need two qualifications to use this tempting book: previous sewing and/or craft experience and lots of time. Seasoned crafters with hours to spare will find solid instruction for the expected (stationery, ring pillow, floral headpieces, sachets, bonbonnières) and theuncommon (jazzy vest for the groom, bow tie and cummerbund for the ring bearer, fairy-tale slippers for the flower girl, an organza-swathed hat, wedding cake tablecloth, elaborate gift-wrapping ideas). Each project includes estimated completion time; most average about two to four hours, while some take as much as eight or ten. As lovely as the ribbon-wrapped napkin rings may be, for instance, how many people can spare 30 hours to create enough for a 60-guest wedding? However, if you are looking for beautiful, sophisticated accessories and you have the time and the skills–or know someon (more…)

Peters’unique wedding cakes, for which she charges hundreds, sometimes even thousands of dollars, have made her America’s most sought-after culinary artist. This dazzling book showcases 32 of Colette’s most amazing wedding creations, organized by season, complete with step-by-step instructions and templates. 50 color photos. 2 line drawings.

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Two of the most important elements that make a wedding magical are the flowers and a beautiful cake—which serves as both a delicious finale to the meal and a symbol of the couple’s new life together. With breathtaking pics and expert advice, this richly romantic guide provides innovative ideas for making a stylish statement with both. Pore through the images to find a stunning array of bouquets; floral enchantment in the ceremony; stunning centerpieces in the reception; and inspiring examples for the cake of your dreams. All-important checklists help keep brides on track, from planning to ordering.

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Has anyone ever said to you, “Your baking is so delicious, or your cakes are so beautiful…you should go into business!?” Have you ever taken a cake decorating class and thought, “How could I turn this into a career?” Perhaps you just enjoy working in the kitchen and want to learn how to starta real home-business. Whatever your reason for choosing cake decorating as a business, this book offers the expertise and solutions to the many situations you will encounter as youbegin your journey as a business owner. This book combines the business start-up knowledge and cake decorating experience of people like you from around the world who have successfully started home businesses.

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