10 Ring Pillow Alternatives

Happy greetings to all Lots of Love Readers! When you plan weddings, you are always inclined to go with traditional designs and details because they have worked pretty much for everyone. However, if you want your wedding to be something that people will remember for a very long time, you can fill with elements that will separate it from the rest. For instance, the ring pillow. Also known as the wedding ring cushion. It is traditionally a small pillow that is used to carry the rings during Western weddings. You can add a personal touch by letting your ringbearer carry the rings on something out of the ordinary. 

Here are 10 ring pillow alternatives worth considering.

Boxed up. Something you can use even after the wedding. 

So you won't miss it, you can label which one is for the Mr. and the Mrs.

Especially delivered by your favorite bear. 

Something classy and unexpected. The rings hidden on a cane. 

Keeping it safe inside a safe guarded by your most trusted ring bearer.

Showcased in a vintage jewelry box.

Give new life to an old book by transforming it into a ring holder. 

 

 Something that will go perfectly well on a beach wedding: Rings placed on a shell. 

Something creative, a lotus origami with the rings in the middle. 

Simply colorful. Pin the rings on a flower of your wedding's motif.

Engraved heart bearing the rings.

Lots of Love,
Susan

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Wedding Details: Ring Bearers

Happy Greeting to all our Lots of Love Readers!

When planning a wedding, getting your family and friends involved in the ceremony or the reception gives it a personal touch. You can always find something for everyone to do on your wedding day. Your besties can of course serve as your bridesmaids and maid of honor. The little girls as flower girls. And those cute nephews, godsons or even your kids can play the important role of ring bearer at your wedding. But what exactly do ring bearers do? As the name suggests, these cute little guys are tasked to carry a pillow that holds the rings of the bride and the groom. Ring bearers are usually boys from age 4 to 8. Although there is no hard and fast rule about it, getting someone who can walk down the aisle without much fuss would really be very much welcomed. 

Here are some ways you can spruce up your little helper's participation at your wedding:

Pay homage to Scottish tradition by getting him to wear a kilt.

Be one of the boys. Get him to wear a cool pair of shades.

Something comfy - suspenders, shorts and loafers.

Let him be your personal superhero for the day

A fairy tale wedding filled with your well-loved characters.

Arrive in style. Your ring bearer will definitely enjoy driving to the altar on his personal ride.

Wheeled in. Let him ride on a wagon to the alter during the ceremony.

Instead of marching before the flower girls, getting them to walk the aisle together would be more fun.

Carry a sign. Ain't this the cutest?

Alternately, you can get him to bring a big balloon announcing the bride's entrance.

Add a quirky touch to his attire with the help of an awesome cartoon character boutonniere.

And don't forget to pack some art stuff  for him to show your appreciate for his help at the wedding.

You can also get him to do other chores like distribute lollipops to welcome guests at the reception.

Brotherly duties. You can get an older sibling to accompany your little bearer as he walks down the aisle.

 Looking dapper in a hat.

Lots of Love, 

Susan

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Ideas for a Gorgeous Music-Themed Wedding

Hello to all our Lots of Love Readers! There is a popular saying that says, "Music is what feelings sound like." A little background music can create a lasting impact to any given scenario. Music can be a great inspiration for a wedding. Couples who are musically inclined or have music at the center of their relationship can turn their passion into the underlying theme for their wedding.

Here's a great selection of elements that will make a music-themed wedding extra special:

The invite to the most important concert of the couple's lives - their wedding.

Blush floral bouquet made of music sheets.

For the groom, musical instrument accent to the boutonniere

Cuff links that the groom can use even after the wedding.

For the bridesmaids, floral cones made of music sheets adorned with ribbon, lace and stringed pearls.

Gorgeous aisle decor of floral petals arranged in the shape of musical notes.

Wedding programs/ Paper fans for a sunny outdoor wedding.

 Create a backdrop of vinyl records for the wedding reception.

Classy centerpiece. Flowers arranged in tall goblet vases and placed on top of music sheets.

Awesome centerpiece of flowers and miniature musical instruments.

Escort Cards tucked in clothes pins.

To create an awesome seating chart, use album covers instead of the usual table numbers.

Simple details like cutlery tucked with flowers and wrapped with music sheets tie it all together with the music theme.

Have guests place their well wishes cards on a guitar case.

Line mason jars with music sheet and place battery operated lights inside to create an interesting table centerpiece.

Exquisite wedding cake with music sheet design.

A must have on the dessert table: cupcakes with musical notes.

Live music to entertain everyone at the wedding reception.

And of course, a lot of dancing to your favorite tunes. 

Have guests sign their names and wishes on vinyl records which you can later use as wall decor.

Key chain with music notes design as wedding souvenir.

Lots of Love, 

Susan

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Edible Wedding Favors Your Guests Will Surely Enjoy

Happy greetings to all our Lots of Love Readers!

A wedding is not only a happy occasion for the newlyweds but for everyone who comes to celebrate the joyous occasion with them. As part of tradition, the groom and the bride show their appreciation to guests for taking time off heir busy schedules to attend the wedding by giving away wedding favors.

Where did it all begin?
Giving away wedding favors can be traced back to the 16th century when European aristocrats, notably the French and Italian, would give away bonbonnieres to wedding guests. A bonbonniere comes in the form of a small fancy box, encrusted with stones and crystals, filled with confectionery delicacies. Sugar was expensive during this era, thereby making the treat something for guests to really look forward to.

Wedding Favors from Around the Globe
In the Middle East, it is customary for the bride to give away small gifts as a sign of good luck for her marriage. This usually comes in the form of five almonds as a symbol for wealth, health, happiness, fertility and longevity. In Spain, men are given cigars while in Russia,wedding favors come in the form of small trinkets. In India, it is considered good luck to give guests hand-crafted elephant for a wedding favor. In Ireland, small wedding bells are usually given to guests after the wedding. 

In modern times, the option for wedding favors has become limitless subject to the preference of the bride and the groom. But if you want to keep with tradition, you can give away edible wedding favors that guests will surely enjoy.

Here are some great edible wedding favor ideas that will surely delight guests at any wedding: 

Baked goodies. Sugar cookies with the newlywed's names on them. 

Cookie Cakes. Layered cookies that are assembled to look like miniature cakes.

Mini-cakes. Instead of cutting your wedding cake and sharing it during the reception, why not give away mini-versions of it for guests to take home and enjoy!

A Snack Box should come in handy after an evening of partying and dancing.

Eye-candy and Yummy Cake Pops

 Macarons that come in different flavors and colors.

Just the right sweetness and tartness that only goes with Caramel Apples.

Something for a cold winter morning - specially blended Cocoa Mix.

Take advantage of the bountiful harvest by giving away Fruit Baskets.

Assorted Fruits in season would work as well.

Here's a kitchen staple that could stay as enduring as the newlywed's love for one another - Honey.

Celebrate local flavors with homemade Jams and Spreads.

Share with your guests treats that you and your partner enjoy like Popcorn

and Rice Krispies.

Mulled Wine and Cider in Miniature Bottles that guests can keep or enjoy as they please.

Chocolate Indulgence. Buy your favorite chocolates and dress them up in your wedding color motif.

Personalized M 'n Ms.

Hand-crafted chocolates especially made for your wedding day.

Give away some kitchen staples like herb-infused oils and vinegar.

Or Rosemary Sea Salt that will make your guests' culinary experience more enjoyable.

Tip: Your choice of wedding favor, just like all the other elements of your wedding reflects your personality. Choose wisely, and go for the option that you and your guests would enjoy and rave about for many years to come.

Lots of Love, 

Susan

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