Now is the Time for Making Jam Favours
23rd August 2010
For those of you who love home made jams and jellies this diary insert I have written is just for you.
Not only are jam’s and jellies utterly delicious but they also make the most wonderful individual Wedding favours and gift’s for your guests and loved ones. Gorgeous tasting jam never fails to please…
Autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons in which to get married. With milder temperatures and gorgeous autumn colours, it’s no wonder so many couples choose to tie the knot between September and November. In terms of wedding design, there’s so much to take inspiration from. You could consider the great outdoors and introduce rich autumn colours into your theme. And you could spoil your guests with heart-warming food and drink to suit the cooler months…
Summer is the most popular season in which to get married. Nothing could be more idyllic than tying the knot on a beautiful, sunny day in June, July or August and enjoying a refreshing glass of bubbly with your family and friends. There are endless possibilities when planning a summer wedding – that’s whether you’ve got your heart set on a marquee event, garden party or on the lawns of a National Trust property…
According to a recent survey by Wedding Magazine, 45% of couples would prefer to receive cash from their guests rather than the usual wedding presents, such as a new toaster, cutlery set or washing machine. It seems that department store gift lists, which have consistently been a popular choice for many brides and grooms over the past 60 years, are being replaced with increased requests for money…
Planning your wedding day is supposed to be an exciting and happy time but for many couples it can turn into a real headache once budgets come into play. It’s frustrating when you realise how expensive weddings can be, particularly when you’re keen to create a beautiful celebration for you and your family and friends to enjoy. When budgets are tight, you might think your beautiful wedding day is an impossible dream. That’s certainly not the case and anyone can have the wedding they’ve always wanted, it’s just a case of good planning and know-how…
Your wedding photographs are incredibly important and will be something you’ll treasure forever. You’ll only get one chance to get it right, so it’s crucial you find the right wedding photographer for your big day. But with so many to choose from and with so many different styles, it can be a daunting task, trying to find someone who is ideal for you both. Here are our top tips on choosing the right wedding photographer…
Did you know that every flower has its own meaning? From Rose and Corn Cockle to French Honeysuckle and Ivy – there are many types of beautiful flowers that mean lots of different things. That’s whether you’re looking for something that is ‘romantic’ or ‘playful’; there is something to suit everyone. The meaning of flowers provides you with the perfect opportunity to add a certain romance and poetry to your flower arrangements and bouquets, allowing you both to choose flora and fauna that truly reflects you as a couple…
The best weddings aren’t the ones with unlimited budgets; they’re often the ones that are truly personal and reflect the happy couple’s style, taste and personalities. Adding personal touches to your wedding day will not only wow your guests, it will show them who you really are whilst making them feel special to be involved in such a personal occasion. Here are our top 10 tips on how to make your wedding day personal…
Spring weddings are always special because they take place during the prettiest of seasons – one when the flowers all start to bloom and the days become a little warmer. A wedding on a sunny spring day provides the perfect setting for any bride and groom. Some say that March, April or May are the best months in which to get married…
The wedding venue is by far the most important part of your wedding day. Wedding venues come in all shapes and sizes from grand manor houses and contemporary, city hotels to country barns and intimate garden marquees – there’s something to suit everyone. When considering venues for your wedding ceremony and reception, there are several important things to bear in mind. Here are our top tips…
I’m excited to unveil our brand new website here at Sweet Days and Roses. If you haven’t already guessed, we’re a team of expert wedding planners in Cheshire who have a wealth of experience in designing and planning weddings, no matter how big or small. We work closely with all our brides and grooms-to-be to create beautifully stylish and elegant wedding ceremonies and wedding receptions throughout Cheshire and the rest of the North West…
Walking up the aisle – whether it’s in a beautiful old church; elegant registry office; National Trust property or luxury hotel – is one of the most beautiful moments of your wedding day. It’s the moment you’ll see each other for the first time, ready to make your lifelong vows and commitment to one another in front of family and friends. But how do you choose the right soundtrack as you walk up the aisle and meet your husband or wife to be?…
One of the most exciting aspects of planning your wedding is choosing your colour scheme. With so many beautiful colour combinations to choose from, it’s often difficult to know where to begin and which one is right for you. The colours you choose will set the tone for your entire wedding day, so it’s important to choose wisely. A great tip is to start with the three most important aspects of your big day – your wedding dress, venue and the season in which you’ll be getting married….
Vintage continues to be a very popular choice for many brides-to-be. Styles of yesteryear offer a timeless elegance that some modern day weddings find difficult to beat. Nothing could be more enchanting than vintage lace, pearls and muted antique colours throughout your flowers, cake, bridesmaid dresses and every smaller detail. Vintage is normally associated with the 1920s, 30s and 40s – an era that can be associated with everything from Art Deco and Hollywood glamour to Sinatra, Jazz and Swing…