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February 2010 - Posts

Wedding Stationery Idea - Creative RSVP Cards

Posted Saturday, February 27, 2010 1:46 AM

The wording states "the favour of a creative response is requested before the fifth of August" So you give 'em a blank slate, and let your guests entertain you with their reply! Set up a display area at the cocktail hour or by the hallway to the restrooms.

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Wedding Inspiration - A Lipstick Kissing Booth!

Posted Friday, February 26, 2010 3:33 AM

Traditional guest book, meet your match... the kissing booth! As the sign says: 1. Choose your favorite shade 2. Pucker up for good luck 3. Give us your autograph And voila! The end result is sure to cause conversation starters and giggles! Kudos to the

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Posted by Knot Rebecca

Wedding Theme Idea - A Nautical Wedding Theme!

Posted Wednesday, February 24, 2010 7:46 PM

There were tons of nautical numbers at Spring 2010 Fashion Week -- so why not take a cue from the runway and infuse some of this chic preppy look straight into your wedding day? Photos: Ralph Lauren Runway 2010 from InStyle.com/RalphLauren ; ceremony

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Posted by Knot Anja

Wedding Music Idea - A Marching Band Processional

Posted Wednesday, February 24, 2010 1:38 AM

It's crazy, but I love it. Start your marriage off with a big, big bang - a marching band for your post-ceremony procession! Don't believe me? Check out the rest of Dolci and Sunny's wedding. Enjoy music week! > Check out more clever and inspirational

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Wedding Entertainment Idea - Project Old Movies at the Reception

Posted Monday, February 22, 2010 7:05 PM

How fun is this? The bride is a huge fan of I Love Lucy, so they projected episodes onto the back wall during dinner at the reception! Photo: Trista Lerit Photgraphy ( TristaLerit.com )

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Save-the-Dates: A Vintage Film Strip Save-the-Date!

Posted Friday, February 19, 2010 6:07 PM

These are my genius friends' save-the-date postcards -- cute, right? They staged a mini photo shoot, and with a little Le Voyage dans la Luna aesthetic, pulled them off perfectly! > Get more wedding save-the-date ideas !

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Posted by Knot Anja

Wedding Flowers - Modern (Mirror) White Calla Lily Arrangements

Posted Thursday, February 18, 2010 7:46 PM

I had the opportunity to go to an event today put on by Dom Perignon where I spotted these gorgeous modern floral arrangements and centerpieces created by the talented florist Jeff Leatham (who, by the way, will be making an appearance on The Knot LIVE

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Posted by Knot Anja

Wedding Style Idea - Bold Red and Patterned Decor

Posted Thursday, February 18, 2010 12:28 AM

Bold red is back! Soooo loving how this couple took patterns and classic red to create a hip, urban look, with a retro twist. Waayyy hot! Want more red? (yes, please!) Check out our photo gallery ! > Photo: Tanja Lippert Photography ( TanjaLippertPhotography.com

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Wedding Stationery Idea: Vinyl Record Save-the-Dates!

Posted Wednesday, February 17, 2010 12:05 PM

Paper isn't the only way to send out a save-the-date. Custom-designed 7" vinyl records work too! PS If you're interested, I found a site that offers free 7" label templates -- check it out at URPressing.com/templates ! Photo: Annie McElwain Photography

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Empire State of Mind - Weddings at The Empire State Building

Posted Saturday, February 13, 2010 5:43 PM

Pretty in pink!! Here's a sneak glimpse of the gorgeous ceremony space happening today - overlooking the world from the one and only Empire State Building! We're all so excited to see our winning couples tie the knot in this amazing setting. (Seriously,

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Posted by Knot Rebecca

Empire State of Mind - 14 Weddings at The Empire State Building!

Posted Friday, February 12, 2010 3:28 PM

This morning, Kristy Magers and Captain Greg Adams from Oceanside, California were married at the Empire State Building (cue the "cute" remarks!). They're the first of 14 couples to marry this weekend at the iconic New York City landmark... and I'm excited

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Reception Decor Idea - Raspberry-Lined Votive Candles

Posted Friday, February 12, 2010 9:47 AM

How fresh is this idea? The raspberries create a burst of color -- perfect for a long, romantic table setup like this one. Planners: La Partie Events ( LaPartieEvents.SquareSpace.com ) Photos: Sarah Yates ( SarahYatesBlog.com )

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Wedding Decor Idea - DIY Petal Tossing Cones

Posted Wednesday, February 10, 2010 10:16 PM

Clever wedding ideas don't have to crush your wallet! I love how this couple simply mixed textures, patterns, and colors to make their petal tossing cones unique. Pick colors that match your overall palette and formality of your wedding style, and you're

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Creative Wedding Idea - Customized Wedding Buttons!

Posted Tuesday, February 09, 2010 7:50 PM

I like this. Change the messaging around all you want and attach them to the wedding programs or reception place cards. OR Give them to your bridesmaids and groomsmen (a la boutonniere and bouquet wrap accessory). Photo: Embrace Life Photography ( EmbraceLifePhoto.com

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Wedding Favor Idea - Hand-Decorated Candy Apples

Posted Tuesday, February 09, 2010 1:18 AM

So sweet and Fabergesque (is that a real word?!)! It's lovely to see the attention to detail in these pretty candy apples. Ana from Berry Beautiful Creations says, "My apples are all dipped in caramel first then chocolate and hand decorated according

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In the News: Football Fanatics Vowed to Marry Once Saints Made it to the Super Bowl

Posted Monday, February 08, 2010 11:07 AM

I may not be a huge football fan (college basketball is a different story!) but I totally understand how sports themes make it into wedding day plans. That's why I thought this story was sweet (a little crazy but sweet!).... "Newlyweds Brian and Cherie

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Posted by Knot Anja

Wedding Decor Idea - An All-White Palette Accented with Succulents!

Posted Friday, February 05, 2010 6:42 PM

I'm OBSESSED with this wedding. It's actually a very talented florist's wedding -- Carissa from JL Designs ( JLDesigns.BlogSpot.com ). The all-white palette she chose really made those succelents pop. And that cake! Nuff said. Photos: Jasmine Star Photography

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Head's Up: Rent The Runway Discount for Knotties!

Posted Friday, February 05, 2010 4:11 PM

This just in: Our buddies at Rent The Runway ( RentTheRunway.com ) are offering a 25% discount promo code to any Knottie who rents a dress between today and February 15 (just in time for Valentine's Day) -- sweet! Okay, ready for the promo code? Here

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Posted by Knot Anja

Genius Photo Booth - A Seaside Theme

Posted Thursday, February 04, 2010 7:25 PM

Um, this "photo booth" is friggin awesome. From the cutesy pillows, starfish and parasol props, and even fake waves, I'm obsessed. (See all the details from this vintage Hampton's wedding at AmorologyWeddings.BlogSpot.com ) Photos: The Digital Orange

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Wedding Decor Idea - DIY Treatments to the Getaway Vehicle

Posted Wednesday, February 03, 2010 1:36 AM

DIY delight! I mean really, if you saw this vehicle cruising down the street with bride and groom beaming in the back, wouldn't your "awh" factor rise a couple notches? Yarn pom poms to deck out the vehicle...loving Leah and Levi for doing so! > Get

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Wedding Style Idea - A Cotton and Burlap Wedding

Posted Tuesday, February 02, 2010 10:02 AM

Stumbled on this tented burlap-and-cotton wedding yesterday and just had to share. I love the way the couple's floral and decor designer (the talented Lauryl Lane - LaurylLane.com ) used cotton in such unexpected places -- in the flowers and bouquets,

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