Harkers Hollow-Golf & Country Club

If you're looking for a venue in the Phillipsburg, New Jersey area with great service, be sure to check out Harkers Hollow. Their main number is 908-859-0977. They offer an array of serives and packages - anywhere from your wedding day, to rehersal dinner, the day after brunch, or the groom & his friends for a round of golf. They even have a casual afternoon deli buffet if you're having out-of-town guests come in or have the need for a "Grand Cocktail Reception." When you call, ask for Danyele Mazzotta and tell her All Things Beautiful sent you! {Check out their wedding stuff here!}

Sites to check out for you DIYers!

I thought to share some of my favorite websites...Those who are on a budget, those who are planning for one who is on a budget and for some who just want to shop on line for great ideas!

www.rhinestonejewelry.com
Need gifts for your bridesmaids? Check out this fun bling! Need bling for the napkins??? The belt clips make a cute fashion statement to any table!

www.sandals4events.com
Another great inexpensive website for custom sandals for the bridesmaids.

www.thegivingbasket.com
The BEST out of towner gift bags assembled personalized for under $10...My clients have been given RAVE reviews about this website/store and service.

Thanks to Gold Planning Events for the Blog!

Planning & Preparation

When you are planning out the details of your wedding day (hair, make-up, pictures), it's a good idea to talk to each person providing service for you and your bridesmaids to confirm how much time they need to make you picture perfect. For example, if you have a photographer, who is scheduled to be at your location at 12:30 PM, will more than likely show-up at 12:00PM. He or she will want to take pictures of your shoes, dress, the family dog, etc. This means your make-up needs to be done BY 12:00...which means you have to appropriately allocate time for the make-up artist, your hair stylist and travel time. You don't want to rush your mascara on such a big day! Try making a little schedule like this one, it will help keep you sane! Thanks Ellie (of Ellie's Bridal Makeup Studio) for sharing!

Little Details - Big Impact

A handkerchief embroidered with your wedding date, or of a dear family member makes a lovely and sentimental decoration.

To make your bouquet larger and add volume, use folded satin ribbon to create "leaves". It's a different look and this shade of green is quite rich looking.

Keep it together

Stylish canvas totes are perfect for carrying all the bride's and bridesmaids' wedding-day necessities. Choose pink or tan with a stylish design and the words "keep it together." Totes are 14" x 12" and have black nylon handles.
$12.00 each at http://www.annsbridalbargains.com

Honor and Favors

If you and yours are planning on making a donation to a charity, this is a nice way to give a favor (sticking with your theme)and make mention of the charity. The wording on this particular favor gives an added touch of personalization.

Thanks Lucky Orchid Wedding

Lucky Orchid Wedding just got this promotional email from The Wedding Library in NYC announcing a special offer from Thread Designs for 10% off all orders placed in October, plus some proceeds will go to benefit Breast Cancer Awareness. You must have your order completed by October 31 to qualify though. So go, save some cash on your bridesmaids dresses and do a little good for women (and men) everywhere by supporting Breast Cancer.

Conversation Starter

These buttons-cum-seating cards, also serve to introduce guests to one another. You can use a button making machine for the buttons and then pin them to card stock with table numbers. This also would work great for any party or shower!

Table Runners

Use a long runner (on a banquet table) or a tray (on a round table) as a platform for your flowers and candles—it adds a block of color and defines the space.

Quick Idea

After a night of dancing, many guests will appreciate a late-night bite. Offer mini hamburgers and grilled-cheese sandwiches or milkshakes in tiny milk jugs served with brownies. Your hungry guests will surely thank you.