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Reception Ideas - Chair Socks!!!I realize they're not all that practical.... but have you ever seen chair treatments like these?! (They're $20 for a pack of 4 on CharlesAndMe.com) > See more reception ideas! ...
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Alternative Reception IdeasEngaged couples planning weddings in 2009 are trying to cut costs and simplify their events, and one specific way that couples are cutting costs is with an afternoon reception. Since most weddings take place during the evening, you can often get better rates for events held in the afternoon. If you are looking for ideas for a day-time reception, check out our three suggestions below. We love how they are simple, yet stylish. Lunch or Brunch Wedding Reception Images from Brides.com Afternoon Tea Wedding Reception Images from L to R: Garden Reception from Brides.com, Cucumber Tea Sandwich...
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Reception Idea: Sweet GreetingLooking for an extra special touch for welcoming guests to your reception? Get inspired by an idea Meredith and Michael set-up on their big day. The couple welcomed friends and family to their vineyard venue in Sagaponack, New York with a refreshing lemonade stand. They captured that rustic country charm with a few details done right: A checkered tablecloth in their signature shade of blushing pink, an oversized chalkboard detailing the surprise, and their cocktail served in a glass drink dispenser. Check out our gallery for more reception ideas and ways to wow guests with...
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Reception Ideas: Change of ShoesAre you looking for fun ways to keep guests on the dance floor? Why not encourage them to kick off their shoes by giving them a fun alternative like these couples did: Kathyriya and Joe let guests pick their own pair of dancing shoes at their destination wedding in Los Cabos, Mexico. For an extra personal touch, they tied them up with monogrammed labels. Rebecca and Charlie hosted their big day on the Jersey shore. They encouraged guests to relax and grab a casual pair of flip flops in their wedding colors of turquoise and chocolate brown. At their New York City we...
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Wedding Reception Ideas: Espresso BarIf it’s not in the wedding budget to host an open bar or serve alcohol at the reception, think about hiring an espresso bar catering service. In the Starbucks culture, everyone loves their coffee and espresso drinks. Espresso machine rentals would be a hit with wedding guests who can enjoy a gourmet cup of joe with their wedding cake or converse with cappuccino in hand. These companies supply the espresso – lattes, cappuccinos, mochas, americanos – with all the extras, such as various milks, coffee syrups, whipped cream, etc. Many espresso bar caterers also serve coffee, hot chocolate, h...
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Reception Ideas -- Genius(!) Photo BoothThe bride (Kristen) and her wedding planner (Sasha Souza) created this ridiculously creative photo booth. They covered a large piece of wood with wallpaper and then added framed family photos. It's so cute, I can't even stand it. > See more creative reception ideas! Photos: Elizabeth Messina Photography...
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DIY Reception Ideas: Napkin TagsBy Carey, IW Bride Blogger Recently, I worked on a little project for the wedding reception. I don’t know what I should reveal now, or wait to reveal after the wedding. I’m sure it isn’t that big of a deal at all, but I am excited to share a few of the projects we’ve been working on to make the day feel special. This is a sneak peek of the tags that will go on our napkins (which is another easy project I’m attempting) to complete the place settings at our reception tables. What do you think? I purchased the stamp from Paper Source, and tags from the lovely online boutique Papier Val...
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Wedding Reception Ideas: Photo BoothPhoto courtesty of Magnolia Photo Booth Co. featured on Here Comes the Guide CC 3.0 Entertain wedding guests at the reception, and get some fun (funny) pictures, with a photo booth. This is just one of many great wedding reception ideas we love. First, you rent the booth so the guests don’t pay. Plus, your wedding guests get some really quirky, spontaneous photos they’ll remember fondly. While the wedding photographer is busy taking pictures of the newlyweds and their families, the wedding guests and the wedding party, too, can have their own fun in the wedding photo booth. This is ...
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The Cookie Table: DIY Reception IdeasMove over candy buffet, there’s a new reception idea in town and it’s just as sweet: the cookie table. Actually, the cookie table has been a wedding tradition in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for quite some time, but it seems to be catching on in other parts of the U.S and Canada. The NY Times wrote an article about it in December, and I’ve been seeing cookie tables pop up on other blogs. According to the NY times, the cookie table is a longstanding tradition in PA. that possibly had it’s origins during the Depression, when elaborate cakes were not as common. Cookies filled the need becaus...
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Reception Ideas: Cigar RollersLooking for ways to entertain your guests beyond the dance floor? At Christie and Owen's wedding in Ontario, the couple hired two professionals to roll cigars for their guests. It's not the first time we've heard of a cigar rolling stand at a wedding, but this is a great example of using unique entertainment to pull a theme together: Along with mojito kit favors and salsa lessons at the reception, the cigar rollers added a lot to the “Miami nightclub” vibe the couple was going for. Are you having any unique entertainment at your reception? ...
