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March 2011So, what's next?
And unique flowers + your 1st anniversary cake
Congratulations!!

We're writing this newsletter to help keep you on track with your wedding planning. If you've got any specific questions, please feel free to email us and we'll answer you and then also answer it in here. We're sure it's something of concern for others too!

Congratulations and remember to have fun as you go through this planning time!

Dora Vela,
publisher, the Wedding Guide of New Mexico

Unique flowers for your wedding


Looking for unique flowers to use at your wedding? This is where you can really have fun with your florist. I asked our professionals at Albuquerque Florists and they said depending on the season, there are endless combinations of lovely flowers. In Spring, there are flowers that have a short season such as daffodils, hyacinths, and other unusual flowers grown from bulb plants. From December to May, Peonies are a treat. There are also many exotic flowers such as Birds of Paradise, orchids, protease and antheriums. Yes, you too can enjoy a lovely hour or more Googling these blooms - love looking at pretty pictures.


Your florist can also use everyday flowers in unusual ways such as using the blooms of a gladiola individually. They resemble Hibiscus and make beautiful additions to bouquets and hair pieces. Fruit is also a fun addition to Bridal work. Tangerines tucked into a hot pink and orange bouquet, for example, are an unexpected surprise and emit a delicate uplifting citrus fragrance. And if you get really, really, really hungry, they make a very healthy snack!

hat flowers stand up best to hot weather for outside summer weddings? Most flowers (with the exception of Gardenias) can handle a brief time in the heat. Make sure they are stored properly and kept cool until just before the ceremony!

 
Cake and your first anniversary
wedding cake   

Question: I've heard that the cake top for your anniversary is never good a year later, any suggestions for making it last better?


Answer: This is a very old tradition however, according to the professional's at ABC Bakery, cakes do not freeze or taste very good after one year unless they are full of preservatives. New tradition is to eat the cake at your One-Month Anniversary and visit your bakery for an Anniversary Cake. Why not create your own tradition?


If you've got other questions, please send Dora an email from  WeddingGuideNM.com


Dance, anyone?
ABQ Party Space is offering:

one month FREE salsa lessons for you and a friend

or
one month FREE Zumba classes for you both.

Contact Avery at ABQ Party Space and get dancing!

ABQ Party Space
"Perfect Place. Perfect Price. $300 for first 3 hours; $50 each additional hour!"
307 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque
505.250.5807

www.abqpartyspace.com
Cost cutting ideas for your reception

Question: I come from a large family and I had five brothers who must have struck terror in the hearts of hostesses throughout Texas! They were all skinny and didn't look like big eaters but boy they could make food disappear faster that you could say or look up the spelling of "hors -d'oeuvres." What can I do to make sure that doesn't destroy my reception.


Answer: You might want to consider a lunch reception which is generally less expensive and reception sites will usually offer a discount if the weddings are held on Sunday through Thursday. Remember, your reception staff deals with these concerns all the time and they'll work with you to find a menu that meets your needs.

A Timeline - are you on track??
Vanessa
Check out what you need to do next!

6-12 months before:
Decide type of wedding                           Decide budget
Choose location of ceremony                 Select type of clergy
Choose attendants                                    Select gown, veil,accessories
Select attendants' gowns                         Compile invitation list
Select reception site                                 Plan details of reception
Select men's formal wear                        Select photographer
Select videographer                                  Select florist
Select caterer                                             Select bridal registry
Select music for ceremony                      Select music for reception
Discuss honeymoon plans                      Reserve limousines
Order wedding favors

4-6 months before:
Order invitations, stationery...              Finalize honeymoon
Shop for trousseau                                   Find a place to live
Shop for home furnishings                     Set appointment for physical
Update immunizations                            Order flowers
Shop for wedding bands                          Get passport

2 months before:
Select attendants' gifts                            Try out new hair styles
Address invitations                                  Get marriage license
Gown fittings                                             Attendants' fittings
Reserve rental items - ceremony           Reserve items - reception 
Order wedding and groom's cake 
Call local newspaper on announcement deadline
Mail invitations to arrive 6 weeks before wedding       

1 month before:
Arrange for final gown fitting                   Attendants final fittings
Have wedding portrait taken                    Arrange lodging for guests
Buy groom's wedding gift                          Buy attendants' gifts
Confirm honeymoon reservations           Check luggage.
Make reservations for bridesmaids' luncheon / rehearsal dinner

2 weeks before:
Record wedding gifts as they arrive.        Write thank you notes.
Review reception seating plans.                Make place cards
Arrange to move to your new home         Finish trousseau shopping
Arrange for name and address changes on accounts, credit cards, licenses, insurance policies, utilities
Schedule hair/manicure appointments
Double check attire and accessories for wedding party
Confirm time & date of rehearsal with members of wedding party

1 week before:
Host bridesmaids' luncheon                      Pack for honeymoon
Have final consultations with caterer, florist, musicians, photographer,  and videographer
Give final guest count to reception facility and caterer

Relax and get plenty of rest...the planning is complete, let the festivities begin. Congratulations, enjoy your day!
 
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