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Wedding Planning: Get Organised

September 6th, 2006 . by Michell Jonas

Wedding planning truly is an art and that’s why many brides pay someone to organise every last detail, right down to writing the wedding invitations! Some brides even take a year off work to plan their big day! This is pretty extreme and not really necessary, but some brides feel they need this time to alleviate some of the pressure and stress. In fact, Read the rest of this entry »


How to Avoid Stress, Save Money, and Still Make Your Wedding Special

September 5th, 2006 . by Michell Jonas

Did you know that the cost of a wedding is now over $20,000? I wouldn’t spend that much even if I were a millionaire. I would rather put a down payment on their house. I may be a cheapskate, but I’m sensible.

Getting married is stressful, and I believe heartily in avoiding stress whenever possible. Yes, it’s a special day and a great deal of care needs to be taken with the details to keep Read the rest of this entry »


Extreme Cake Makeover Ideas

September 4th, 2006 . by Michell Jonas

Are you tired of seeing the traditional three tier wedding cake with simple white frosting and the little bride and groom wedding cake topper. We all know the iconic wedding cake look and feel. If you are after a very formal or classic wedding then this is the exact cake you want. However, today many couples are opting for alternative wedding themes and a more relaxed feeling overall. With popular wedding themes like fairy tales, Dragonflies and other fun and Read the rest of this entry »


Free Wedding Planning Checklist By Jennifer McCleary

August 9th, 2006 . by Michell Jonas

Well, the big day is approaching and there is so much to do.  Set the date, reserve the church, hire a band, get a dress, find a caterer, a photographer, a florist…the list goes on and on.  For many new brides planning a wedding can seem like an overwhelming task.  Don’t let it keep you from having the best day of your life, however, just follow my advice.

You are wondering how you will know what you need or where to find stuff.  Well, take a Read the rest of this entry »


Choosing the Best Wedding Cake for Your Big Day by Shaunta Pleasant

June 27th, 2006 . by Michell Jonas

While there are many important elements to planning a wedding, the wedding cake is certainly one of the most important.

After all, the wedding cake is the centerpiece of the wedding reception, and certainly the most important of all foods at the wedding. Read the rest of this entry »


Wedding Tents Rental - A Perfect “Plan B” Option

May 29th, 2006 . by Michell Jonas

Wedding tents can be a blessing in disguise and are designed to give you options that you thought were not possible…

You are about to embark on the planning and preparation of a wedding and my guess is that it will be a Spring/Summer wedding, and you are thinking about the idea of renting a wedding tent.  The idea to host a wedding, or at least the reception in the garden, or on a beach, is an idea that appeals to many brides-to-be.

However, the more you have considered hosting your wedding outside, the more you will Read the rest of this entry »


Wedding Cakes

May 29th, 2006 . by Michell Jonas

A wedding cake is customarily served to guests following the wedding ceremony. It is traditionally large, and comes tiered or multi-layered. The wedding cake is heavily adorned, generally with icing over a coating of marzipan, with the figures of the bride and groom on top. Other commonly used designs include horseshoes(which stand for good luck), gold rings and doves. The ideal wedding cake has to be strong enough to support the decorations; at the same time it has to be fit for consumption. Read the rest of this entry »


Welcome to Your Scottsdale Weddings Blog!

November 30th, 1999 . by Michell Jonas

This is a blog for Your Scottsdale Weddings!  It’s open to anyone who is planning a wedding, has a great wedding experience to share, is a wedding vendor or just curious.  Feel free to post at will.