The creator of the Wedding Wishes Contest will be making some updates. When I receive the information, I will pass it on to you.
Thank you!
Monday, April 13, 2009
The Sand Ceremony
Like many wedding traditions, it is hard to pin a history to where the sand ceremony began. It has been attributed to indigenous customs in Hawaii. In Hawaiian ceremonies, sand from two smaller vials is poured into one larger bowl or seashell to symbolize the joining of two lives into one. If the wedding is held on the beach (which is traditional), the sand for the individual vials is taken from beneath the feet of the bride and groom.
Today, the sand ceremony is still a beautiful and unique unification ceremony. Though some couples may prefer to use water, wine, or other elements- the idea of taking two containers and combining them as one, never able to be seperated, is a powerful metaphor for the lasting legacy of the marriage.
The sand ceremony was thought to be made popular recently by its inclusion in a wedding spun from the hit television show The Bachelorette.
Today, the sand ceremony is still a beautiful and unique unification ceremony. Though some couples may prefer to use water, wine, or other elements- the idea of taking two containers and combining them as one, never able to be seperated, is a powerful metaphor for the lasting legacy of the marriage.
The sand ceremony was thought to be made popular recently by its inclusion in a wedding spun from the hit television show The Bachelorette.
The Unity Candle
The act of lighting a unity candle is packed with symbolism, a tradition that joins the families of both the bride and groom in an act meant to show the union of matrimony. The bride and groom's mothers will both light a candle, and occasionally the grandparents will join in, lighting their own candles. Each set of parents will pass their flame on until it reaches the bride and groom. Then the bride and groom will take their own candles and light the unity candle. They may choose to blow out their candles to symbolize the union of a new individual, or leave them lit to symbolize that they retain their personalities even in marriage. The ceremony usually takes place after the vows are read.
Saturday, March 21, 2009
History of the Wedding Cake Topper
The wedding cake topper has a long history and has traditionally graced the top of the wedding cake for centuries. The wedding cake is one of the oldest traditions of the wedding. The tradition of the wedding cake topper can be traced back to the 1840 marriage of Queen Victoria of England to Price Albert, where figures of the couple were placed on the cake.Marzipan roses, birds, and angels graced the top of many American wedding cakes in the 1800's and early 1900's. However, Queen Victoria's bride and groom cake top caused a sensation in America and cake toppers eventually shot to popularity. Celluoid , porcelain, and plastic eventually replaced marzipan as the medium of choice. Early traditional cake tops were rather static. Early bride and groom cake toppers didn't even hold hands.Today, the cake tops can fit every wedding theme and bride's taste. There is the popular Traditional cake topper, Theme, Unique, Comical, Ethnic and MulitRacial cake toppers. Please visit our website to view the most popular choices www.itseverythingbutthedress.com
Saturday, March 14, 2009
What is a Favor?
A Favor is a small gift to express your appreciation. Always remember, it is a good idea to attach a miniature card and add a personal touch. Sometimes these are referred to as confetti cards. Prepare with heartfelt message, monogram or poetry. Think of these as tiny greeting cards that should accompany each of the favors you have prepared for your guests. This is a wonderful opportunity to say Thank You!
In honor of St. Patricks Day, here's a little history behind the Irish wedding favor:
Understanding the history behind this Irish wedding tradition and how it has evolved for the 21st century will help you choose the perfect Irish wedding favors to give your guests.
Giving wedding favors is a longstanding gift-giving custom in Ireland. As is the case with many Celtic rituals, nobody really knows why gifts were originally given to Irish wedding guests, nor can they be exactly sure what wedding favors were given.
But it was customary for the bride and groom to give a small memento of their wonderful day to their invited wedding guests.
One longstanding Irish wedding tradition is to place a small serving of the wedding cake into small boxes labeled with the couple's names and the wedding date, so the guests can take away a small memento of the special day.
Another traditional way to give Irish wedding favors is to place little charms within the wedding cake itself.
Guests would receive different charms such as a ring, a thimble, a button, a dried pea, and a coin.
So when your guests are served a piece of wedding cake, they'll have fun finding out what Irish wedding favors they have received.
In honor of St. Patricks Day, here's a little history behind the Irish wedding favor:
Understanding the history behind this Irish wedding tradition and how it has evolved for the 21st century will help you choose the perfect Irish wedding favors to give your guests.
Giving wedding favors is a longstanding gift-giving custom in Ireland. As is the case with many Celtic rituals, nobody really knows why gifts were originally given to Irish wedding guests, nor can they be exactly sure what wedding favors were given.
But it was customary for the bride and groom to give a small memento of their wonderful day to their invited wedding guests.
One longstanding Irish wedding tradition is to place a small serving of the wedding cake into small boxes labeled with the couple's names and the wedding date, so the guests can take away a small memento of the special day.
Another traditional way to give Irish wedding favors is to place little charms within the wedding cake itself.
Guests would receive different charms such as a ring, a thimble, a button, a dried pea, and a coin.
So when your guests are served a piece of wedding cake, they'll have fun finding out what Irish wedding favors they have received.
Weekly Wedding Traditions
Every week I will post a blog discussing the history behind wedding traditions. Everything from favors, to gifts, to where did tossing the bridal bouquet come from.
I welcome your comments and I'm sure newly engaged brides will too!
If you have any questions or suggestions on topics you'd like covered; please let me know.
Have a wonderful week!
I welcome your comments and I'm sure newly engaged brides will too!
If you have any questions or suggestions on topics you'd like covered; please let me know.
Have a wonderful week!
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Wedding Wishes Contest
Wednesday March 11, 2009
Are you engaged? Have you been putting off your wedding because of financial difficulties? Have you been hit by the economy? Do you just wish some miracle would just fall into your lap?
Well this is your lucky day? Made of Honor Weddings along with some of Jacksonville’s elite vendors are going to grant one lucky couple their wish.
You will win over $10,000 of vendor services towards your wedding!
~You must be 21 years or older and engaged prior to the contest.
~Write a 400 word or less essay telling us why you and your fiancé deserve to win your wedding.
~You must submit a picture.
~You can also send a video, 5 minutes or less to explain. We need to hear what has kept you from the alter!
The contest will end on April 10th. All submissions most be postmarked by April 10th.
Five finalists will be chosen out of all the entries. A panel of judges will make the final decision on April 30th. All final entries will be verified.
Good Luck!
Please read the Prizes and Contest rules, then make your submission:
Prize(s):
The Winner will receive a wedding package, which includes the following vendors. View blog daily to unveil each vendor:
Wedding Consultant
Photographer
Videographer
Florist
Wedding Cake
Make-up
DJ
Limo Service
Favors and accessories
Custom Aisle Runner
Parasol (Thank you)
To enter: Email info@madeofhonorweddings.com submit a picture with a small paragraph stating why you should win the "Wedding Wishes" Contest.
To be eligible, entries must be completed and received on or by 11:59 pm eastern time on April 10, 2009. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.
All entries shall become the property of Made of Honor Weddings (MOH)
MOH is not responsible for lost, misdirected or delayed entries.
Official Contest Rules:
1. The contest is open to anyone at least 21 years of age.
2. The prize is not redeemable in cash and must be accepted as awarded.
3. Decisions of the contest are final - no substitutions will be available.
4. By claiming the prize, the winner authorizes the use, without additional compensation for advertising purposes. The winner will be contacted prior to this use. All pictures and video becomes the property of Made of Honor Weddings.
5. The winner acknowledges that Made of Honor Weddings may not be held liable for any loss, damages or injury associated with accepting or using this prize(s).
6. Applicants must read contest rules, including contest entry date, how to enter, and prize(s).
7. MOH retains the rights, in its absolute and sole discretion, to make substitutions of equivalent kind or approximate value in the event of the unavailability of any prize or component of the prize for any reason whatsoever.
8. MOH reserves the right to withdraw or terminate this contest at any time without prior notice.
9. Approximate value of prizes total $10,000 in wedding vendor services.
10. The Applicant must not have any vendors contracted
11. The Applicant must have money saved towards wedding
12. Sponsoring Vendors may have restrictions according the their service provided
13. Applicants must not have any felonies, finalist must provide a background check
14. One entry per couple.
15. Applicants must be resident of Jacksonville, FL or surrounding areas
16. Wedding must take place in Jacksonville venue chosen by MOH.
17. Guest list will be limited to 75 to 100 people.
**Applicant agrees all final decisions are the choice of MOH and sponsored vendors.
**Applicant agrees to get married on a date chosen by MOH and sponsored vendors.
**Applicant agrees money saved will spent to benefit the wedding couple as determined by MOH and sponsored vendors.
*After the contest deadline of April 10, 2009, a panel of judges will convene to select a winner. The winner will be contacted on April 30th.
*All contestant's contact information will be provided to the sponsoring vendors.
For submissions sent via email, please include name and phone number, an attached photo, and your entry information to email info@madeofhonorweddings.com. For video submission please limit to 5 minutes in DVD format or submit a link for youtube videos.
"Wedding Wishes" Contest"
Well this is your lucky day? Made of Honor Weddings along with some of Jacksonville’s elite vendors are going to grant one lucky couple their wish.
You will win over $10,000 of vendor services towards your wedding!
~You must be 21 years or older and engaged prior to the contest.
~Write a 400 word or less essay telling us why you and your fiancé deserve to win your wedding.
~You must submit a picture.
~You can also send a video, 5 minutes or less to explain. We need to hear what has kept you from the alter!
The contest will end on April 10th. All submissions most be postmarked by April 10th.
Five finalists will be chosen out of all the entries. A panel of judges will make the final decision on April 30th. All final entries will be verified.
Good Luck!
Please read the Prizes and Contest rules, then make your submission:
Prize(s):
The Winner will receive a wedding package, which includes the following vendors. View blog daily to unveil each vendor:
Wedding Consultant
Photographer
Videographer
Florist
Wedding Cake
Make-up
DJ
Limo Service
Favors and accessories
Custom Aisle Runner
Parasol (Thank you)
To enter: Email info@madeofhonorweddings.com submit a picture with a small paragraph stating why you should win the "Wedding Wishes" Contest.
To be eligible, entries must be completed and received on or by 11:59 pm eastern time on April 10, 2009. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.
All entries shall become the property of Made of Honor Weddings (MOH)
MOH is not responsible for lost, misdirected or delayed entries.
Official Contest Rules:
1. The contest is open to anyone at least 21 years of age.
2. The prize is not redeemable in cash and must be accepted as awarded.
3. Decisions of the contest are final - no substitutions will be available.
4. By claiming the prize, the winner authorizes the use, without additional compensation for advertising purposes. The winner will be contacted prior to this use. All pictures and video becomes the property of Made of Honor Weddings.
5. The winner acknowledges that Made of Honor Weddings may not be held liable for any loss, damages or injury associated with accepting or using this prize(s).
6. Applicants must read contest rules, including contest entry date, how to enter, and prize(s).
7. MOH retains the rights, in its absolute and sole discretion, to make substitutions of equivalent kind or approximate value in the event of the unavailability of any prize or component of the prize for any reason whatsoever.
8. MOH reserves the right to withdraw or terminate this contest at any time without prior notice.
9. Approximate value of prizes total $10,000 in wedding vendor services.
10. The Applicant must not have any vendors contracted
11. The Applicant must have money saved towards wedding
12. Sponsoring Vendors may have restrictions according the their service provided
13. Applicants must not have any felonies, finalist must provide a background check
14. One entry per couple.
15. Applicants must be resident of Jacksonville, FL or surrounding areas
16. Wedding must take place in Jacksonville venue chosen by MOH.
17. Guest list will be limited to 75 to 100 people.
**Applicant agrees all final decisions are the choice of MOH and sponsored vendors.
**Applicant agrees to get married on a date chosen by MOH and sponsored vendors.
**Applicant agrees money saved will spent to benefit the wedding couple as determined by MOH and sponsored vendors.
*After the contest deadline of April 10, 2009, a panel of judges will convene to select a winner. The winner will be contacted on April 30th.
*All contestant's contact information will be provided to the sponsoring vendors.
For submissions sent via email, please include name and phone number, an attached photo, and your entry information to email info@madeofhonorweddings.com. For video submission please limit to 5 minutes in DVD format or submit a link for youtube videos.
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