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Thursday, January 29, 2015

Healthy Bride Series - Aphrodisiac Foods!

If you have read previous Healthy Bride Series blog posts you will know that Everything Wedding DIY is no stranger to promoting a healthy sex life and satisfying marriage... If you are new to this blog and I have peaked your interest you can check out some of the other sexy blog features below:

Learn to Burlesque dance with the Toronto School of Burlesque
Create a Blissful Honeymoon with Holistic Wisdom's gift sets!

Today's blog feature is all about naturally enhancing the mood with food... so, without further ado let's talk aphrodisiacs! For those who don't already know what an aphrodisiac is, it is a substance that when consumed increases sexual desire. It is highly unlikely that you have never consumed an aphrodisiac before because they are common sometimes everyday foods in some cultures. Surprisingly aphrodisiacs for men and women can differ. 

It is said that the top aphrodisiacs for women are:

* Fenugreek
* Ginseng
* Cacao/Dark Chocolate
* Cinnamon/Ginger/Nutmeg
* Flaxseeds
* Red Wine
* Watermelon
* Pumpkin Seeds

And the top aphrodisiacs for men are:


* Oysters
* Bananas
* Avocados
* Nuts
* Shrimp

No that your interest has been peaked, you can learn more about aphrodisiac foods on A Touch of Erotica! Whether you are saving yourself for your wedding night or are hoping for some extra romance on your wedding night, aphrodisiac foods should definitely make an appearance on your honeymoon to enhance a healthy sex life. Touch of Erotica has a detailed list of aphrodisiac foods along with the reasons they work; so go take a look and design the perfect menu to set your hearts on fire!
http://www.atouchoferotica.com/
Enjoy!!

Monday, January 19, 2015

Wedding Quickie! - Get your App on!!

This Wedding Quickie is all about getting your app on... with some of the newest wedding apps and tools to make your life easier while planning your wedding.



https://designapp.io/app/

 









DesignApp is a FREE web application that lets brides-to-be and non-designers create designs for wedding invitations, stationary, monograms, etc; couples can design everything they need for their wedding. Using a drag-and-drop tool, DesignApp is easy to use for custom images. This app works for all devices; mobile applications are available on Google Play and the IOS App Store.


https://itunes.apple.com/sg/app/iguest-app/id899530070?mt=8


 












iGuest App is a FREE guest management app specially made for weddings. It helps wedding coordinators or the bridal party check in guests paperless with speed and style. This app works for iPad and is available on the IOS App Store. If you want to know more check it out HERE.


http://iguest.co/


Happy Planning!!

Sunday, January 4, 2015

WEDDING TREND ALERT! - Blue Sapphire Engagement Rings



Gone are the days of traditional cookie cutter weddings; the wedding scene is now an exciting one where you truly can't anticipate what you will see next when it comes to wedding styles. Yes, there are still those who tend to more more on the traditional spectrum however brides-to-be are beginning to embrace what makes them unique and are using the vast array of wedding themes and details to express themselves in a way never seen before. That being said the common idea of diamond engagement rings and wedding bands are no longer the only stone you will see on the fingers of brides and grooms.

Believe it or not blue sapphire engagement rings were far more common that diamonds in the Victorian age. Sapphires represent truth, faithfulness, and sincerity; all of which represented the proposal you would hope to receive when choosing a partner in marriage. It was also more common to see brides-to-be from affluent and royal families to be adorned with coloured gemstones over diamonds and blue sapphires were amongst the more popular stones used in engagement rings.


Following along with the trends of unique wedding rings and details, sapphires have becomes one of the most common stones found in modern engagement rings; although many brides are also seeking antique wedding rings with the once traditional sapphire stone. The possibilities are nearly endless when it comes to choosing or designing your own engagement ring and if you are seeking your own blue sapphire engagement ring this Wedding Trend Alert! should be of assistance in finding the perfect one. To help get you started in your search, take a peak at some of the amazing blue sapphire engagement rings offered by EidelPrecious! You can find their shop on Etsy, and with well over 2,000 sales and a rating of 5 stars you know you will be receiving a high quality engagement ring.



 I have fallen in love... I know you will too!

Thursday, December 25, 2014

Wedding Quickie! - Make a Wedding Day Even More Special with MyDayRegistry

Your wedding day is a special one that you will never forget so why not make it official and register your day with an exclusive online registry; or as a member of the wedding party "Dedicate the Day" to the bride and groom! MyDayRegistry is an exclusive online registry where you can dedicate and register a specific date by month, day, and year in honor of a special event or person in your life.

Every registered day is recorded in the International Day Registry to ensure there is only ONE registered owner per day and every registered owner receives:
- A Certificate of Ownership
- An Online Profile of Authenticity
- A Record in the Registry of Dedication

MyDayRegistry can be incorporated into the special day by having the guests sign the mat to create a one-of-a-kind super sentimental wedding gift. 

https://www.facebook.com/MyDayRegistry


"Dedicate the Day" is also an amazing gift idea for a 1st Anniversary gift; you can choose to register your date by state, country, or even within the worldwide registry. This is definitely worth checking out!!

https://mydayregistry.com/gifts/first-anniversary/


Monday, December 22, 2014

Wedding Quickie! - Creating Personalized Guest Bags and Wedding Party Gifts

In this Wedding Quickie! I will give you some tips and ideas on how to put together personalized guest bags for traveling guests to your destination wedding, or meaningful wedding party tote bags to say thank you for being a support throughout your journey. First you will get some tips on how to keep the cost down but wow factor high, then as you scroll down you will get some ideas on how to put it all together :)

Tips!

1. Buy in bulk: Try to find a place to purchase you tote bags and items that go inside at an online shop or store that offers bulk pricing
2. Get it personalized: Many shops geared towards wedding offer unique personalization to make it your own such as monograms or your wedding location
3. Coordinate your colours: Try to coordinate the tote bags and some of the contents with your wedding theme and colours
4. Shop around: Before you buy, shop around online to make sure you are getting the best price... don't be afraid to ask for a better deal when ordering bulk items if there isn't already a bulk price set
5. Make it useful: Try to include a variety of items that will actually be useful... otherwise some things might end up in a garage sale or even worse... the trash
6. Think about your guests: It's very easy to be drawn to things we love but try to think about what your guests would love or need
7. Create a focus: Choose a few focal items and build around them with snacks and goodies
8. Set a budget: Trust me... you can easily get carried away filling a tote bag with all kinds of fun items, set a max budget and stick to it so you will use a little more discretion with what you buy
9. Have fun: This shouldn't stress you out, it should be one of the enjoyable parts of planning your wedding; if you find yourself getting stressed out, take a break from it and come back later
10. Add a Note: Include a little card or note to express your gratitude and explain the thought that went into the gift

Ideas!

Beach Wedding Guest Bags
 
https://www.etsy.com/listing/191498120/custom-stenciled-canvas-bags-perfect-for?ref=shop_home_feat_1https://www.etsy.com/listing/191498120/custom-stenciled-canvas-bags-perfect-for?ref=shop_home_feat_1
 Etsy Shop: AFCreativeDesigns 
Personalize your totes by selecting the image colour, stamp image, trim colour, and text.

http://www.thankyou.on.ca/pop-the-top-flip-flop-bottle-opener-as-low-as-2-53/http://www.thankyou.on.ca/starfish-wine-bottle-stopper-as-low-as-2-48/


Wedding Party Gift Totes

For Her

http://allstyleweddings.com/personalized-beach-tote-em-bag?search=beachhttp://www.homebodii.com/collections/bridal/products/sage-jersey-robe

http://www.thankyou.on.ca/diva-in-damask-black-and-white-compact-mirror-favor-as-low-as-2-68/


For Him

https://weddingshop.theknot.com/exploration-duffle-bag.aspx

http://www.thankyou.on.ca/classic-travel-bag/http://www.thankyou.on.ca/glass-mug-custom/
















 
 
Wedding Favour Bags

http://allstyleweddings.com/Wedding-Favors/Practical-Wedding%20Favors/Cotton-Favor-Bags-Ever-Afterhttp://allstyleweddings.com/Wedding-Favors/Practical-Wedding%20Favors/Cotton-Favor-Bags-Celebrationhttp://allstyleweddings.com/Wedding-Favors/Practical-Wedding%20Favors/Cotton-Favor-Bags-Love-Birds


http://the5almonds.com/shop/fan-favorites-our-top-12-confections/coconut-almondine-1.htmlhttp://the5almonds.com/shop/fan-favorites-our-top-12-confections/avola-grande-dame.html
http://the5almonds.com/shop/fan-favorites-our-top-12-confections/choclate-dragees.html

Let the creative juices start flowing!!

Thursday, December 18, 2014

Guest Talk Series: How to be More Photogenic for Your Wedding Photos


Today, is the start of a new series called, Guest Talk Series; in this series I will be featuring tips, techniques, and wedding features presented by guest bloggers. In today's Guest Talk, you will get some tips on how to be more photogenic for your wedding photos presented by PhotoboothTO; one of the hottest wedding service trends in the Greater Toronto Area.

How to be More Photogenic for Your Wedding Photos
There are very few people out there, especially new brides and grooms, who genuinely love having their photograph taken. Honestly, even the most beautiful people in the world sometimes shudder at the mere thought of being photographed. If you are one of those people who believes that they look abysmal in absolutely every photograph taken of them then you are going to totally love the tips on this page. This is a very quick guide to look a bit more photogenic whether you are preparing for your big day or just hosting a party with a photo booth. Honestly, put a bit of effort into putting these tips into action and I can guarantee you that you will look ravishing.
*  Double chin a problem for you in photographs? Elongate your neck and push your face outwards (by pointing your chin down and sticking your forehead out). This will instantly eradicate any double chin issues and make your face look more defined.

*  Want to make sure that the camera catches your gorgeous eyes but find that you always blink? Keep your eyes closed. Just before you take that photograph, fractions of a second before you take it in fact, open up those eyes and say cheese (you don’t have to do the latter bit, don’t worry). Your eyes will end up being captured in all of their glory.

*  Problems smiling? Stick your tongue behind your teeth when that photograph is being taken. That should hopefully wipe that cheesy grin off your mouth. This is actually a technique utilized by many celebrities who do not want to have that awful wide and fake smile.

*  Are you a female? Then you absolutely must pick up some blush. Many people find that their face looks remarkably flat when it is all one color. Blush will help to inject a touch of dimension into your face and you will look all the better for it.

*  Do not face the camera head on. Even the most beautiful person in the world will look awful if they do that. You should instead be turning your head slightly. This will help to add a touch of depth to your face and ensure that all of your gorgeous features just ‘pop out’.

*  If you have the opportunity to do so you should try to stand in front of a white wall. This should hopefully help to brighten your face. The main reason why you are standing here however, is to ensure that the white balance on your camera is able to work correctly. Standing in front of a white wall will actually stop your skin from appearing too pink or too yellow in the photograph. Again; this is a technique utilized by many a celebrity who want to look a touch more photogenic.

*  Taller than the person taking the photograph? You don’t want to be standing up for it then! People will always look better when a photograph is taken from above them. Photographs looking up at a person will not look good in the slightest. This is why you will catch most short people sitting down for their photo opportunities. They tend to look better that way.
These tips come to you courtesy of PhotoboothTO.com, a photo booth rental company in Toronto that specializes in photography for weddings, birthdays, special events and parties. They take thousands of photos every month and know how to help people look their best. So if you are getting married soon and plan to use a photobooth, or you just want to look good for your own photographer, keep these tips in mind and check out their website for more great ideas!
http://www.photoboothto.com/


Thursday, November 20, 2014

Wedding Quickie! - A Bride and Her Flower Girl...

This Wedding Quickie! is all about the relationship between a bride and her flower girl. I remember when I was young... maybe 6? I was asked to be a flower girl in one of my older cousin's weddings and I thought it was one of the most exciting things that had ever happened to me! When I got married I asked two of my second cousins if they would be a part of my day and included them in all of the bridal party pre-wedding events. We all got dolled up, had a sleepover at a cottage where we were getting ready and made them their own special wedding party gifts. I remember how much it meant to me to be in a wedding as a child; I wanted to make it a special memory for them.



I come across a lot of wedding shops and vendors and having never been aware of one another, I have paired up PickeDDresses and Kona Mali Creations for this blog feature to display the beautiful partnership between a bride and her flower girl. I hope this Wedding Quickie! inspires you with your bridal and flower girl attire :)


Elegance

https://www.etsy.com/listing/164981704/the-autumn-soft-white-flower-girl-lace?ref=shop_home_active_5http://www.pickeddresses.com/satin-ball-gown-bateau-short-mini-lace-wedding-dresses-p842.html



Whimsey

https://www.etsy.com/listing/190127063/the-victoriaflower-girl-tutu-dressflower?ref=shop_home_active_14
http://www.pickeddresses.com/tulle-satin-ball-gown-sweetheart-court-train-appliques-wedding-dresses-p918.html



















Sophistication

https://www.etsy.com/listing/162946234/blow-out-sale-the-rose-blackwhite-lace?ref=shop_home_active_17http://www.pickeddresses.com/organza-a-line-strapless-short-mini-flower-s-wedding-dresses-p946.html





















PickeDDresses has such a wide variety of wedding dress styles to choose from you are sure to find a dress to fall in love with at an affordable price! In preparation for the upcoming season, PickeDDresses has a whole section of 2015 wedding dresses. For all my fellow Canadian brides-to-be, you will be happy to hear that PickeDDresses is the largest online wedding shop in Canada!! No more international shipping costs or duty charges :)

Kona Mali Creations, designs and creates timeless flower girl dresses that you will adore and treasure for a lifetime! The dresses are designed with true love and artistic flair! Tutus, headpieces, and theatre have long been a part of the designer of Kona Mali Creation's life. As a former ballet dancer, she lives to wear tutus and beautiful headpieces. Now as a stay at home mother of two prima ballerinas and one handsome little boy, they have inspired her to create timeless children clothing and accessories. This Wedding Quickie! gives you a glimpse into the styles offered by both shops to find the perfect partnership between a bride and her flower girl.

Enjoy every moment...