The Budget-Minded Bride Blog

Travel tips to Hawaii!

2012-02-08T20:31:00.000-05:00

Aloha from Maui, As a resident of Hawaii and a Maui travel agent at Travel to Maui I would like to share some of my favorite Hawaiian travel tips. Travel to Maui specializes in honeymoons and destination wedding travel to Hawaii. We book everyone from the first time travelers to the most avid traveler. Included with their documents they also receive a document with lots of great travel tips for

A Shower Gift Full of Love

2012-01-28T22:09:00.002-05:00

Having your grandma’s bread recipe or your mom’s potato salad recipe at your fingertips is important. Knowing exactly where it is, and legible, makes life easier. I have made many a call to my mom for a recipe, for her to search her green index box of recipe cards and find I don’t have all the ingredients. Had I had a book of the recipes, I could have made a shopping list and gotten

Travel to Maui is Named to the 2012 Wedding Professional Hot List

2012-01-11T21:29:00.002-05:00

11 Jan, 2012 - MomentVille.com one of the worlds leading wedding websites, is pleased to announced that Travel to Maui has been selected for the 2012 Wedding Professional Hot List. The annual Wedding Professional Hot List recognizes excellence within the wedding industry, as determined by reviews from tens of thousands of brides and grooms. Travel to Maui was among the best reviewed vendors in

7 Top Wedding Apps for your Blackberry

2012-01-03T22:26:00.012-05:00

I have compiled a list of the 7 top wedding apps for a brides Blackberry. I am new to the Blackberry world and I just purchased a Blackberry Bold, what better way to learn about what apps are available for brides than researching Blackberry apps!1. Wedding ChecklistThe Wedding Checklist helps a bride to be prepared on her wedding day. It creates individual lists, displays progress on the list,

Travel tips for your honeymoon or travel packages for destination wedding to Hawaii, Tahiti or Australia

2011-12-26T17:20:00.002-05:00

You hire a wedding coordinator to help make your wedding planning fun and stress-free! The travel plans for your honeymoon vacation or your destination wedding should be fun and stress-free as well!Working with a travel professional assure you the quality vacation you are looking for without the stress and time involved while trying to arrange things on your own. When looking for a travel agency

Merry Wedded Bliss

2011-12-25T21:17:00.000-05:00

After any holiday is a great time to shop for your wedding decorations? Why? Well, because all the ribbon and baskets will be on sale. Why would you want to buy it at full price if your wedding colors correspond with a holiday color or two, when you can possibly get it on sale. The only thing you have to loose is money should you have to pay full price. Image from Google Images

Nothing like a little shoe bling!

2011-11-16T16:01:00.006-05:00

This DIY Dorothy inspired shoe from the Wizard of Oz. This article captured my eye because there are wedding shoes that are designed with glitter, but its what I call wedding shoe bling! This diy wedding craft is fairly simple to replicate and all you need is a few ingredients and a little bit of patience and you are on your way! Learn and read how to make your own glitter shoes!Ingredients:-

Savor the Cake

2011-11-10T21:46:00.001-05:00

I love the TV shows Cake Boss and Ace of Cakes. I love how they take a cake and make it art. I don’t like the price they put on it. Wedding cake is the same. Lovely and beautiful for a memorable event. There are many ways you can save money with your wedding cake, from having someone making the cake as their gift, serving cupcakes instead of cake, serving smaller portions and having a

50 Ideas to Inspire Your Husband - FamilyLife.com

2011-11-02T02:19:00.000-04:00

50 Ideas to Inspire Your Husband - FamilyLife.com

DIY Scallop Cupcake Favors

2011-10-24T11:02:00.012-04:00

Any bride on a budget is always looking on ways to save money for her big wedding day! One way to save money is to make your wedding favors or bridal shower favors! Win your way to your guest’s heart with a little sugary cupcake snack! Wilton’s is a great website to find wonderful DIY cupcake recipes! There are a variety of recipes, not only just cupcakes, but cakes, cookies, cake pops and

Reception Food Challenge

2011-10-16T11:35:00.009-04:00

When I got married, it was use their caterer or pay more for the hall. We went with their caterer, had beef and chicken in a buffet style and they had awesome food. We had planned it perfectly. We had enough food left over for a sandwich. Figuring out what to serve at your wedding is hard. So many questions. Will it be sit down, or served. Will you serve beef or chicken, how will it be

iDo for the Wedding Shoes

2011-10-13T10:43:00.007-04:00

A great little something blue wedding tradition for any bride is the iDo for the wedding shoes! We provide the bride with our custom "I Do" vinyl application to apply to the bottom of your wedding shoes! Buy a set of i do stickers for your bridal shoes or give it as a present to the bride at her bridal shower. Purchase Traditional Blue Colors or Glitter Colors are Available in Red, Blue, and

Bed and Breakfast Baughman Manor

2011-09-15T15:02:00.005-04:00

I had a brief moment to do a walk through with a local bed and breakfast located in Charlotte, Michigan at the Baughman Manor. The mayor of Charlotte, Michigan, Mr. Dee Smith and his wife Cheri are the proud innkeepers of this beautiful piece of property located in the heart of downtown Charlotte located on 218 North Cochran Ave. Their bed and breakfast has been described as a unique and

Best way to ship your wedding dress to your destination wedding

2011-08-16T17:48:00.007-04:00

"I'm getting married in Maui and I want to know the best way to get my wedding dress shipped over there?"Aloha from Maui,I am so glad you asked this question on Yahoo answers. As a travel agent who specializes in destination weddings to Hawaii I see this question all the time on "the knot" and other wedding chat rooms, with people giving really BAD advice.Back in the old days before the airlines

Personalized Champagne Flutes and Wine Glasses

2011-08-14T23:38:00.006-04:00

I have teamed up with our Tupperware consultant, Regina Sober to create these beautiful personalized Tupperware champagne flutes! I made these for a gift for the bride or the bridesmaid and I can even personalize them more with either the Chic Dining Champagne Flutes (as shown) or the Chic Dining Glasses Chic Dining glasses! Personalization would include an initial and a few sets of polka dots!

Sugar or Flour?

2011-08-13T08:02:00.001-04:00

Author: Regina, Tupperware Lady & Savings QueenWebsite: www.mytupperware.com/reginasober Blog: http://www.thecrazynutsmom.com/ I have been reorganzing my pantry. I had bought the Tupperware square Modular Mates, only to discover that my shelf space would only hold them 1 1/2 deep safely. So I switched to the Rectangle size and am super stoked at how my pantry was looking. Did I mention I

Bridal Registry 101

2011-07-27T22:13:00.001-04:00

Author: Regina, Tupperware Lady & Savings QueenWebsite: www.mytupperware.com/reginasober Blog: http://www.thecrazynutsmom.com/ When I was 12, my mom started saving things for me when I got married. My mom would use points she got from her purchases at the local grocery store, to buy a set of plates for a discount. And she did the same for silverware. Then I got a set of Tupperware

Tupperware Giveaway

2011-07-25T13:49:00.007-04:00

Enter to win at $25 dollar gift card for Tupperware provided by Regina The Tupperware Lady! If you know a bride and groom that needs Tupperware for their new home, then send them to this fabulous giveaway. All you need to do is Like Us on Facebook at The Budget-Minded Bride and attend this event in my events tabs. Be sure to tell family and friends about this awesome giveaway! We will select a

Selecting Wedding Flowers in Season!

2011-07-25T13:09:00.008-04:00

Selecting in-season wedding flowers can provide you with a cost-savings for any bride on a budget. We have provided this list below to assist you with selecting the best flowers from your florist (Callaway, N. 2009). Photo Credits: Smith's Floral in Lansing Michigan.Spring Wedding Flowers in SeasonAnemone * Blue, red, pink, white * Jan-May and Aug-Dec. Bells of Ireland * Green *

A Bachelorette Wine Tasting Party at Home!

2011-07-11T20:38:00.009-04:00

A unique and different way to celebrate with your bridal party and girlfriends for your bachelorette party would be to host a wine tasting party! What would you need to create this type of event in your home? You need to determine what type of wine tasting party you would like to have at your home. A few examples of wine tasting parties include old versus new wine, wine and chocolate, wine and

I DO... Love Saving

2011-07-06T20:09:00.004-04:00

Author: ReginaWebsite: www.my.tupperware.com/reginasober Blog: http://www.thecrazynutsmom.com/ Before I got married, I lived on grilled cheese and tomato soup or spaghetti (no meat) with parmesan cheese. I didn’t have a big budget for food. After getting married, I didn’t think I should save money (don’t ask me why) and rarely used coupons. Fast forward 9 years, and I’m couponing

Travel to Maui is now WeddingWire Rated for 2011

2011-07-05T15:56:00.011-04:00

Maui, Hawaii July 5, 2011 -WeddingWire, the nation's leading wedding technology company, is pleased to announce that Travel to Maui is WeddingWire Rated 2011 for honeymoons and destination wedding travel packages to Hawaii and Tahiti! WeddingWire Rated is an annual award program that distinguishes wedding vendors across the country for their excellence. Based on hundreds of thousands of recent

Keeping your Fruit and Veggies Preserved

2011-06-21T07:11:00.007-04:00

Author: Regina Website: www.my.tupperware.com/reginasober Blog: http://www.thecrazynutsmom.com/ The local farmers markets will soon, if not already have great selections of fruits and vegetables available. Along with the stores and if you are lucky to have grown your own vegtables and fruit, the problem is to get the veggies and fruit not spoil. Tupperware has something that can help! They have

What to do on your honeymoon in Hawaii

2011-05-23T22:30:00.008-04:00

When honeymooning in Hawaii you could do the typical sunset cruise, or a luau, or lounge by the pool all day at your luxury resort. Don't get me wrong there is nothing wrong with any of the above, but why not try something a little different while you are here in Hawaii!As a resident of Hawaii and a travel agent at Travel to Maui I like to enjoy all the fun things to see and do here in Hawaii.

Ice Breaker Game for Bachlorette Party

2011-05-04T11:42:00.003-04:00

Bachlorette Paries are held approximately a few weeks before the wedding date and the maid of honor is in charge of the bachloette festivities. Brides usually select the bridal party and a few of the brides closest friends to attend the bachlortte party, but whatever bride chooses she needs to make the bachlorette party full of fun for everyone. A great way to get to know everyone is through an

Kitchen 101

2011-04-25T13:20:00.007-04:00

I never really thought about how my kitchen was organized until I recently organized a clients kitchen for her. Everything you use on a regular basis should be at an easy reach, whether it's your uppper or lower cabinets. For those high to reach shelves in your kitchen, the items you do not use on a daily/regular basis or holiday use only items should go there. Low on space in your pantry,

Name That Movie Bridal Game

2011-04-07T14:13:00.006-04:00

Bridal showers are held approximately three months before the wedding date and the maid of honor is in charge of the bridal shower festivities. Brides can either choose women only bridal shower or a co-ed bridal shower and a bridal themed shower, but whatever brides chooses she needs to make the bridal shower full of fun for everyone. We have a list of downloadable no charge games on our website

Free and Fun Things to do in Hawaii for $100 or less!

2011-03-30T20:03:00.008-04:00

Do you plan on visiting Hawaii soon and are looking for ideas of fun things to see and do? Well look no further. As your guide to Hawaii I will point out some of the highlights of our Hawaiian Islands.This includes Maui, Kauai, Hawaii, Oahu, Lanai and Molokai.Written by Travel Expert Marie Glodt Travel to Maui As a Hawaii Destination Specialist and a resident of Maui I hear all the time “Hawaii

What's For Dinner??

2011-03-26T07:29:00.008-04:00

Sometimes the dreaded question of my day is what's for dinner, or what do you want for dinner? Finding something different can be a pain sometimes. I love cookbooks, but I have found that I end up only liking a few recipes in each of them and they take up so much space.I have a solution!Buy a recipe sleeve book that you could put my favorite recipes in. Write down the recipes from the recipe

9 Types of Wedding Veils

2011-03-23T11:54:00.005-04:00

In this series for wedding accessories, I will be outlining 9 different types of wedding veils for the wedding dress, which will be the blusher, elbow, fingertip, waltz, chapel, cathedral, mantilla, double tier, and the pouf. The wedding veil is important because brides will want to keep their wedding veil consistent with the type of wedding dress that is selected for their wedding day. I have

6 Different Types of Wedding Trains

2011-03-06T23:42:00.012-05:00

In this series for wedding dresses, I will be outlining 6 different types of trains for the wedding dress, which will be the brush, court, chapel, cathedral, royal, and watteau. The wedding train usually measures from the length of the waist to the hem, which is located in the back of the grown.I have previously written about 11 important wedding dress features for sleeves, choosing the perfect

11 Types of Sleeves for Wedding Dresses

2011-02-27T11:31:00.007-05:00

In this series for wedding dresses, I will be outlining 11 important wedding dress features for sleeves, which will be the capped, petal, t-shirt, spaghetti, juliet, poet, illusion, balloon, bell, three-quarter length, and the bishop. I have previously written about choosing the perfect wedding dress for your body type and 9 Types of Necklines for Wedding Dresses and this falls into the same

Simplify Weddings by Google

2011-02-22T15:34:00.007-05:00

I am not sure if the word has gotten out to all brides on a budget yet, but Google has teamed up with some wonderful people in the wedding industry to create Simplify Weddings! It offers many things for brides like Google website creation and a collaboration with Google Docs to provide wedding tools like wedding guest lists, address book, guest list, budget planner, to do list, seating chart,

9 Types of Necklines for Wedding Dresses

2011-02-20T13:34:00.026-05:00

In this series, I will be outlining nine important wedding dress features, which will be the strapless, sweetheart, halter, v-neck, square, high collar, bateau, scoop, and off the shoulder. I have previously written about choosing the perfect wedding dress for your body type and this falls into the same category. When selecting your wedding dress, the features of the neckline will be as

Wedding Timeline Tips for Month 3

2011-02-16T16:36:00.004-05:00

In this YouTube video, we will outline in wedding timeline for month 3, which is the important tasks that couples need to take care of before the wedding event. To download this video in PDF format, please visit our website to access our downloads at http://www.wicksncandlesticks.com/store/pdf.phpWe offer wonderful wedding gifts on our website such as gift baskets, candles, favors, wedding

Romance Packages to Hawaii and Tahiti

2011-02-09T20:19:00.010-05:00

As we head into the Valentine holiday many folks are thinking about something romantic and extra special for their sweetheart. What about a spa and romance package to sunny Hawaii or Tahiti? Romance packages come in many different forms. This will depend on the location, the property, and your length of stay! The most popular romance options include: A tandem massage, romantic sunset sail,

8 Helpful Tips to Create Wedding Registry Success

2011-01-27T11:28:00.008-05:00

We have eight tips to wedding registry success for our brides on a budget. Before the wedding, make sometime and go through items in your new home. Here is our helpful wedding registry tips to get couples started for wedding registry success! Tip 1: Keep in mind when creating your registry to register for enough items. Matter of fact, register items multiple times to ensure that you have

Luau in Hawaii

2011-01-25T22:04:00.012-05:00

Written by Marie GlodtTravel to Maui As a travel agent here in Hawaii I am often times asked by our clients "should I attend a luau?" My answer is always yes! I think they are a "must do" when you are here in the Hawaiian Islands.Luaus are about 3 hours long, around $100 per person and include your drinks, dinner and show.If you have never attended a luau before I suggest a Polynesian revue.

7 Useful Tips for Wedding License Requirements

2011-01-10T12:37:00.007-05:00

Since each state has different requirements, its a couples job (or wedding planner) to make sure everything in order three or four months before the wedding. Use these 7 useful tips to begin researching information for wedding license requirements.1) Do you meet the requirements in the state or county where you reside?2) Do you have proper documentation? • Birth Certificate • Proof of

Tupperware Essentials

2010-12-28T18:18:00.005-05:00

I think I mentioned it before that women have often stopped at a vendor booth I’m running or at a Tupperware party and said, “Oh, I have this”, or “I got this when I got married and I still use it” So I reviewed the new Tupperware catalog that is coming out in January to see what are the “must haves” for a new couple starting out from Tupperware. I tried to keep it to the essentials.1. Chef

5 Free Wedding Planning IPhone Apps

2010-12-21T11:22:00.011-05:00

I wish the iPhone was around when I was planning my wedding because it would have saved me time and stress. To assist our readers, I have researched the top 5 FREE wedding iPhone apps to help brides and grooms take the stress out of their wedding planning. 1. Wedding WireBrides and Grooms keep track of your wedding tasks, wedding budget, and wedding vendors all through your Wedding Wire Account

4 Easy Steps for Homemade Jam Jar Favors

2010-12-16T20:36:00.009-05:00

I found this wonderful little diy favor project for your wedding guests, its homemade jam jars! If the opportunity permits, I love providing a homemade gift because it is a gift from the heart and it is a nice way to provide a wonderful recipe to your wedding guests. There are 4 easy steps to get started to create your own jam goodness! Supplies:Red and White food trays (We got these from our

6 good reasons why you should use a travel agent!

2010-12-09T18:02:00.009-05:00

I see it all the time in blogs, comments online and chat rooms? Why should I use a travel agent if I can book it online?I find all too often people only post comments on online or write letters when they have something negative to say. As a travel agent at Travel to Maui our clients make it a point to write us and rave about their vacation packages to Hawaii!There are many reasons why our clients

Ceremony and House of Worship

2010-12-07T12:22:00.010-05:00

For brides, many still consider holding a wedding ceremony at a house of worship because of religious beliefs or other reasons. One thing to keep in mind when couples book a church is that the church books early each year, so planning ahead is of the utmost importance. If couples cannot decide on a location, a wonderful place for choosing a church ceremony in your area is at Rent My Church.com.

Fun things to see and do in Hawaii in 2011

2010-11-30T19:21:00.004-05:00

As the weather starts to cool in the United States and Canada many folks start thinking of a vacation or holiday in a warmer climate.With year round weather in Hawaii averaging 75 degrees it is no wonder a Hawaiian vacation is most people’s first choice.One of the benefits of booking your travel early is you get the best travel promotions.It also allows you time to plan what you are going to see

Impressions Matter

2010-11-29T17:59:00.005-05:00

Your wedding guests will truly be impressed with these beautifully decorated cookie favors. All you need is to make these wonderfully cookies is a rubber stamper or ceramic cookie stamp. Be creative and design your own monogrammed or personalized stamp. To yield the best results, use the stamps on cookie dough containing no leaveners, such as shortbread (Stewart, M. 2010).Tools for the Task:

2010-11-18T21:02:00.004-05:00

Hello from Regina, the Tupperware Lady! Most everyone has heard of Tupperware. Grandma has some mom and hopefully you have some too! When it breaks, it has a lifetime warranty against chipping, cracking, peeling or breaking.I have heard several women tell me at parties or craftshows I'm at, how they got Tupperware at their bridal shower or for a wedding gift, and they are still using it, 25, 30,

Wedding Timeline Tips for Month 5

2010-11-18T00:14:00.004-05:00

In this YouTube video, we will outline in wedding timeline for month 5, which is the important tasks that couples need to take care of before the wedding event. To download this video in PDF format, please visit our website to access our downloads at http://www.wicksncandlesticks.com/store/pdf.phpWe offer wonderful wedding gifts on our website such as gift baskets, candles, favors, wedding

DIY Fabric Flowers

2010-11-12T11:02:00.004-05:00

When I saw this idea, I absolutely fell in love with it for multiple reasons! It is inexpensive, a beautiful keepsake, and easy to make! I have provided a quick tutorial to show you how to make your own fabric flowers! The uses for these flowers are endless – attach a clip to one to put in your bridesmaids’ hair, grooms and groomsmen boutineers, string them together to create a cute garland

Travel deals from Canada to Hawaii

2010-11-10T18:11:00.003-05:00

As the weather starts cooling down in Canada you are probably starting to dream about jetting off to a tropical paradise.Hawaii is a perfect option with our year round warm weather, secluded beaches, breathtaking rainbows, swaying palm trees, beautiful sunsets, and so much more!With the exchange rate of the Canadian dollar being almost equal to the US dollar traveling to Hawaii has never been so

Snowflake Cookie Favors & Recipes

2010-11-01T10:37:00.005-04:00

Capture these delicate symbols of winter's beauty in dough and provide them as wedding favors for your wedding guests. These gingerbread cookies are beautifully piped with royal icing and highlighted with sugar and nonpareils, which make the perfect wedding favor at the wedding reception (Martha Stewart, 2010)! Unfortunately, there is no recipe I found on Martha's website, but I found a few

Wedding Timeline Tips for Month 6

2010-10-26T23:17:00.003-04:00

In this YouTube video, we will outline in wedding timeline for month 6, which is the important tasks that couples need to take care of before the wedding event. To download this video in PDF format, please visit our website to access our downloads at http://www.wicksncandlesticks.com/store/pdf.phpWe offer wonderful wedding gifts on our website such as gift baskets, candles, favors, wedding

Hawaii is a great location for your honeymoon or destination wedding

2010-10-26T20:54:00.005-04:00

The key to get the best deals on your Hawaiian vacation package is to plan early!Here are a several reasons why you should consider Hawaii as an option for your destination wedding or your romantic honeymoon in paradise:Hawaii is rated as one of the top honeymoon destinations in the world!The weather here in Hawaii is sunny year round. The average temperature at sea level is 75 degrees.The

5 Bridal T-Shirts for under $15

2010-10-21T11:54:00.006-04:00

We recently spoke with Carla of WicksnCandlesticks and she has informed us of her new line of bridal t-shirts! WicksnCandlesticks offers 5 Bridal T-Shirts for under $15 dollars! Carla said, "Our bridal party t shirts are handmade bridal t shirts for the entire wedding party. Our wedding t shirt selection include bride t shirts, matron of honor t shirts, bridesmaid t shirts, junior bridesmaid t

Fun Things to See and Do in Hawaii!

2010-10-19T16:38:00.007-04:00

Fun things to see and do in Hawaii in November 2010 Written by Marie Glodt a Hawaiian Destination Specialist at Travel to Maui• Looking for something free to do while you are in Hawaii? • Are you a returning visitor to the Hawaiian islands who wants to do something different this time?This list includes websites or phone numbers when possible for upcoming events in Hawaii. This includes:

3 Signs of a Bridezilla

2010-10-17T16:05:00.005-04:00

Planning your wedding need not turn you into the wicked witch of the west. Learning to designate tasks to others will help you in keeping the stress down and the arguments to a minimal. If you are being told by members of your bridal party that you are becoming "too much" to deal with, maybe you should listen.It is quite easy to get completely wrapped up in the planning of a wedding, so

5 Classic Boutonnieres for under $15 dollars

2010-10-17T00:31:00.005-04:00

There are five classic boutonnieres that never go out of style are the stephanotis, orchid, rose, calla lily, and lavender. The boutonnieres symbolizes many messages for the groom and for the wedding couple. The stephanotis symbolizes marital happiness, rosemary symbolizes remembrance, orchid is a symbol of perfection, calla lily symbolizes purity, chastity, and innocence, and lavender

Wedding Timeline for Month 7

2010-10-09T16:14:00.004-04:00

In this YouTube video, we will outline in wedding timeline for month 7, which is the important tasks that couples need to take care of before the wedding event. To download this video in PDF format, please visit our website to access our downloads at http://www.wicksncandlesticks.com/store/pdf.phpWe offer wonderful wedding gifts on our website such as gift baskets, candles, favors, wedding

Plan Your Wedding On The Go With WeddingWire.com

2010-10-04T22:56:00.006-04:00

Many wedding vendors use WeddingWire.com, as a wonderful resource for brides. The platform is easy to use for both bride and vendor alike. I am proud to say that Blessings All Around, is Wedding Wire rated for 2009 and 2010. When I found out that the site went mobile, I wanted to share the press release:WeddingWire Goes Mobile Leading Wedding Technology Company Launches First Mobilized Site

Top Bridal Shower Themes

2010-09-27T15:52:00.009-04:00

Brides can use many bridal shower themes, so we have narrowed the list of top bridal shower themes to make your bridal shower super fun! Top Bridal Shower Themes1. Alphabet Bridal Shower2. Around the House Bridal Shower3. Candlelight Bridal Shower4. Gadget Bridal Shower5. Hawaiian Island Shower6. Holiday Bridal Shower (Christmas) 7. Kitchen Bridal Shower8. Lingerie Bridal Shower9.

Heart Shaped Mini Apple Pie Favors

2010-09-14T13:45:00.004-04:00

I absolutely love anything heart shaped, even when you can make it as a favor! I found this wonderful recipe regarding the mini apple pies that I just had to share with you and it was posted on a fellow wedding planning site (Sheppard, C., 2010). One can easily make this as just a pie or add ice cream with it for a wonderful dessert, the possibilities are endless! Learn how to make the mini-pie

Little Tree Church

2010-09-07T17:54:00.008-04:00

I had the opportunity to perform a wonderful infant baptism in Tustin this past week. Since I am a mobile officiant, I am able to visit various venues within Southern California. I was given the description “ a little church in the middle of it all”. It was just that. I loved the location so much, I thought that I would share it with you.The Story of the Little Tree Church:After we

Festivals of Aloha

2010-09-02T19:46:00.002-04:00

Festivals of Aloha 2010This year the “Festivals of Aloha” will celebrate with parades, street parties, concerts and family activities that span the island of Maui Nui (Maui, Lanai, Molokai).2010 Schedule of Events:Maui:• 9/3 Opening ceremony at Wailuku First Friday event starts at 6pm. Located on Market Street in Wailuku, Maui.• 9/24 Keiki (kids) hula show and cultural demonstrations 4-7:30pm.

Kauai Festivals

2010-08-30T22:06:00.004-04:00

Kauai FestivalsWritten by Marie Glodt from Travel to MauiPlanning a trip to Kauai and looking for more information about things to do and places to see in Hawaii? One of the many services we offer our clients is a sneak peak of the "fun things to do" & "interesting places to see" while they are here in the islands. Here is a sample of things happening on Kauai for 2010.September 2010:9/5 Kauai

Kauai Festivals 2010

2010-08-30T21:37:00.004-04:00

Kauai FestivalsWritten by Marie Glodt from Travel to MauiPlanning a trip to Kauai and looking for more information about things to do and places to see in Hawaii? One of the many services we offer our clients is a sneak peak of “the fun things to do” and “interesting places to see” while they are here in the islands. September 2010:9/5 Kauai Marathon 6 am-1pm• Outdoor Event• Beer Garden• Hula•

DIY Hot Chocolate Wedding Favors

2010-08-30T20:55:00.007-04:00

I am always scouting out new and creative ideas for DIY favors and I recently found an article on Bridesmaid.com regarding DIY Hot Chocolate Wedding Favors (Bridesmaid.com, 2010). Since the fall season will arrive soon, this is a perfect wedding favor made with love and will warm the heart. The wedding couple can provide this as a wedding favor gift for any fall or winter wedding and this

Wedding Timeline for Month 10

2010-08-25T23:47:00.002-04:00

In this video, we will outline in wedding timeline for month 10, which is the important tasks that couples need to take care of before the wedding event. To download this video in PDF format, please visit our website to access our downloads at http://www.wicksncandlesticks.com/store/pdf.php.We offer wonderful wedding gifts on our website such as gift baskets, candles, favors, wedding invitations,

Activity Packs for Children

2010-08-15T13:46:00.007-04:00

When couples are planning to have children attend their wedding, couples need to keep children entertained during the ceremony and the reception. Couples can find inexpensive items to create small activity packs for children. Items to include in an activity pack would be color pages, inexpensive color books, dolls and action figures, hand-held games, doodle board, magic screens,rubic cube (

Wedding Timeline for Month 11

2010-08-12T18:42:00.004-04:00

In this video, we will outline in wedding timeline for month 11, which is the important tasks that couples need to take care of before the wedding event. To download this video in PDF format, please visit our website to access our downloads at http://www.wicksncandlesticks.com/store/pdf.php.We offer wonderful wedding gifts on our website such as gift baskets, candles, favors, wedding invitations,

Events on Maui, Hawaii for August 2010

2010-08-10T19:13:00.004-04:00

Looking for things to do during your Hawaiian vacation? On your honeymoon and want to see a few shows while you are on Maui? Why not volunteer when visiting the islands?As a Maui travel agent I like to inform my clients of events happening during their stay in Hawaii. Here is a sample of a few things I shared with my clients traveling to Maui in August of 2010.• Friday 8/13 Maui Calls (wine &

Wedding Timeline Tips for Month 12

2010-08-08T14:11:00.003-04:00

In this video, we will outline in wedding timeline tips for month 12, which is the important tasks that couples need to take care of before the wedding event. To download this video in PDF format, please visit our website at http://www.wicksncandlesticks.com/store/free_downloads/wedding_timeline_tip_12.pdfWe offer wonderful wedding gifts on our website such as gift baskets, candles, favors,

Guestbook Finger Print Tree

2010-08-03T12:58:00.007-04:00

This is so beautiful that I just had to share it with my readers. I found this fingerprint tree and it is a wonderful alternative to a traditional hand drawn guestbook and it also makes a wonderful keepsake! Find this beautiful item on http://www.etsy.com/shop/bleudetoi and be sure to visit our etsy site at http://www.etsy/shop/wicksncandlesticks.

72 Examples of Pocket Square Designs

2010-08-03T12:43:00.013-04:00

Our friends at Austin Wedding Blog found 72 examples for designs for your husband to be pocket square for his tuxedo on your wedding day. Try out this unique & new pocket square design that shows a little bit of fun, flair, and sophistication of your tuxedo. Below are 72 examples to help inspire you to get those creative juices flowing! For more wedding tips, wedding ideas, wedding decor and

Cherry Blossom Cookies

2010-08-02T22:13:00.003-04:00

If you are having a cherry blossom theme to your wedding, you are going to absolutely love the recipe I found for cherry blossom cookies! This is just a few handfuls of fluttery tuiles made with a floral cookie cutter and then dipped in pink chocolate! With this cookie recipe, three sizes of cherry blossom cutters were purchased from downtowndough.com! Enjoy this wonderful cherry blossom

Stocking the Bar for the Wedding Reception

2010-07-21T11:05:00.006-04:00

Most couples have a variety of guests who love a mixture of any drink from wine to beer, but you have to consider all guests when stocking the bar. When you are sending out your RSVP’s if you are having food selections for guests, you can also make beverage selections as well and this will be helpful for stocking the bar. When you receive your entire RSVP cards, then it is a good idea review

Tahiti Travel Packages

2010-07-20T17:45:00.006-04:00

Travel to Maui offers the finest accommodations in Tahitian vacations. Our travel packages to Tahiti range from the luxury resort of Le Taha’a as seen in the The Bachelorette, to affordable hotel rooms based on your travel requests and budget!Tahiti is known for the warm hospitality of her people. The beautiful contrasts of azure blue oceans and lush, emerald green, volcanic mountains are a feast

Silk Ring Flower Pillow by Martha

2010-07-11T15:42:00.007-04:00

Gosh, I just love Martha's website and she is so helpful and provides many great wedding ideas for the DIY bride or brides that are on a budget. This, by far, is the most beautiful silk flower ring pillow I have ever seen and its made with a crisp fabric that holds its shape, fabric such as silk dupioni, shantung, and taffeta. For petals, cut straight-sided ovals with scallop shears. For the

Which Ceremony Should You Choose

2010-06-30T13:33:00.011-04:00