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5. Karianna: you do the ” M_________ ” you will see it as an option on any invites you can order. People will fill in their names in the blank. If you need more information just call them. If they write “+1″ or “and guest” in there you would again have to call. I think on my reply cards most everyone wrote in the proper names.

2007Bride - I asked a similar question in this beehive:

http://www.weddingbee.com/2007/04/06/beehive-146/#comments

I wound up buying a bunch of glass vases with openings wide enough that I could still put scoops in them (some people mentioned germs being a problem). I waited until Michael’s had a sale where their $4 vases were half off and I think I bought like 10 of them. I’m probably also going to make some type of display for lollipops (one of the bees suggested a test tube rack which was genius!)

This is a great website with lots of pictures of various options:
http://www.theknot.com/co_profileview.htm?profilename=candybuffet&MsdVisit=1

Get with me and maybe we can brainstorm together!!!

2. pencils, try this site:
http://www.e-weddingbands.com/store/platinum_wedding_bands.html

2007Bride: I’m using chinese take out boxes. I saw them at Micheal’s but ended buying them at Smart N’ Final. I’m going to decorate them with some custom stickers I ordered from Zazzle and ribbon. I’m having about 150 guests but will only put out about a third at a time. One of the servers will restock the table for us with supplies and candies so it always looks full.

Ivy, a french mani with a red pedi will look hot. I say go for it!

Out of curiosity- what are some of the favors that brides are giving? We are doing travel candles- going with our travel themed wedding.

Ivy - I dont think the combo would look weird at all..I think a french manicure would look elegant for closeups and with your bouuet, etc..and a red splash on your feet is fun!

Pencils - I would rec. that you head over to the Jewelry district in Manhattan and have a jeweler order it for you or replicate it at a discounted price. Remember to negotiate..if things don’t go your way, move to another booth. More often than not, the jeweler would opt to offer a lower price than lose you to anothe vendor. But you have to seem like a serious buyer~

JMNZ - I think there was a post a few weeks ago about Ribbon stores in NYC..maybe you can order them over the phone/online if you’re not from nyc..or call them to see if they even have it.

Kandi - there are bustiers/corsets that will work with low v-backs…they usually have a low dropped back..swing by any department store to see if they have it or a undergarment specialty store..

2007 Bride - I would use containers that have different widths and heights, especially since each candy has its own specific shape, size, and texture.

Miss Bluebear - I’d check out Nordstrom.com for special occasion sets.

hi all,

i have a two piece wedding dress and i need to get alterations done for my dress. its going to be fairly easy to do my alterations because they seamstress can take in my dress from the skirt portion, leaving the tail to be beautiful, BUT does anyone have any recommendations on where i can go in the NYC for alterations? Thanks!!!

one more thing…does anyone here have any workout tips? i want to lose at least 3″+ off my waist, and the clock is ticking. help!!!

ivy - I did exactly that for my bridal portrait - although I liked it (it’s what I do day to day), I think the red was a bit harsh under all that white/ivory and will be doing a more “natural” pedicure on the day of buttt it’s all up to personal preference.

I think if your dress has some color or if your bouquet/lipstick is red, then go for it!