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The Glasgow Girls Wedding Fayre Polloksheils Burgh Hall 2012

2012-01-31T13:42:00.000-08:00

This was the second year that we have exhibited at The Glasgow Girls Wedding Fayre at Pollokshields Burgh Hall.

We had a record number of brides attending our stand, placing orders and booking appointments. Thankfully our new recruit Elaine was on hand to handle all this.

Here is her story of what she found in the wedding industry.

The Glasgow Girls Wedding Fayre was held last Sunday (22nd January 2012). I assisted on Wedding and Baby/ LHG Designs stand to promote the very talented designer, Louise's work. I was happy to meet so many Brides preparing for up and coming marriages to their significant other.

Wedding Tiaras, Bridal headbands, pearl combs, bridal jewellery, Vintage wedding hair accessories

They brought with them extended family to help them decide on various additions to their attire and many other preparations to make their big day perfect. A very busy day with a excitable feel to it throughout. Much attention to detail, and in particular of services and bespoke goodies to choose from.

I enjoyed the buzz of happy women and even some men.The best thing about the wedding Industry is how many new and refreshing ideas are brought to these fairs to widen the scope of what is possible and available. I can't wait to out at my next fair.

Well done to all in attendance!

Image copyright Mark Timm http://marktimmphotography.com/

Budget Wedding Dresses under £700 Kate Middleton and Art Deco style

2012-01-27T09:13:00.000-08:00

Wedding dresses can be expensive purchases for just one day. I designed my own wedding dress 8 years ago on that was in the region of £1200. Today that is the typical cost of some of the off the peg designer dresses. In my last blog post I told you about the Wedding Dress of 2012 finalists, but today we look at the budget dresses that are available from reputable online stores and the high street.

Of course I will add some of my own accessories into the post to help you complete the look.

What I love about these dresses is that it will allow you to copy the style of celebrities and even change into an evening dress at night too! A big trend that is coming back for 2012.

Lets get started.....

Steal Kate Middletons Wedding Style with these dresses.

Waterfall Peplum back littlewoods wedding dress

Littlewoods £350

Louisa double bridal headband wirh pearls and rhinestone

Cora Lace Maxi Dress Coast

Coast Dress £695

Royal Tiara Leave detail with pearls, rhinestine and crystals

Lace effect rhinestone and pearl vintage bridal comb

Copy Kate Middleton's style further and change into this fab dress in the evening!

Ivory beaded belt bandeau wedding dress Debenhams

Debenhams £150

Traditional pearl leave bridal tiara

Kate Middleton style rhinestone teardrop earrings

You can even have the bridesmaids like Pippa Middleton.

Monsoon £220

Vintage 1920 style wedding dress ...........I am in love!

Elizabeth 1920's style wedding dress Phase Eight

Phase Eight Wedding Dress £450

Art Deco rhinestone and pearl bridal hairpin

Art Deco rhinestione and pearl bridal comb

Art Deco rhinestone kriby grips

one off vintage drop rhinestone earrings

Flora Pearl and rhinestone floral side bridal headband

Marquise and pearl bridal bracelet

Double pearl and crystal headband vintage side bridal style

So come over to our facebook page and tell us your favourite dress.

All accessories are available from www.weddingandbaby.co.uk or www.lhgdesigns.co.uk

You can contact us at weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk

Best Wedding Dress of 2012... Bridal Buyer Awards

2012-01-20T12:16:00.000-08:00

Well it is that time of year when the Bridal Buyer Awards annouce the shortist for Wedding Dress of the Year 2012.

Finalists are

Crystal Pearl drop earrings for Amanda Wyatt Sookie dress

Amanda Wyatt Sookie ( above)

Rhinestone drop earrings for Ellis Bridals 1197

Ellis Bridals 1197 (above)

Lace effect rhinestone and pearl comb

Justin Alexander 8610 (above)

Rhinestone vine side headband for Maggie Sottero Adeline

Maggie Sottero Adeline ( above)

One off vintage Chandelier earrings for Mark Lesley Eve Wedding Dress

Mark Lesley Eve ( above)

Marquise rhinestone and pearl bracelet for Vermonia 61067 Wedding Dress

Veromia 61067 ( above)

Glitzy, sparkle hair accessories and jewellery for everyone!

2011-12-10T03:39:00.001-08:00

We are delighted to announce that in March 2012 we will be launching a sister site to www.weddingandbaby.co.uk .

www.lhgdesigns.co.uk will be launched as a result of growing rapidly over the last 3 years with more and more everyday accessory orders being requested.
So it made sense to follow in the footsteps of many fashion designers and launch a range of designs that people would like to wear for a night out. But don't fear there will be a whole section of wedding hair accessories and jewellery on the site too”

“Wedding and Baby’s philosophy has always been about offering bridal accessories that could be worn again, and the launch of LHG Designs encompasses all of that.”

“We will offer our customers the latest catwalk trends and show them how to add a little sparkle to bring an “old” outfit back to life.”

“To celebrate the launch, we are holding an exclusive accessories event at one of our stockists.
The invitation only event will see cupcakes, bubbly and sparkles all in the one place. What more could a lady want!"

Our complete collection will be on display for you to try on, and we will also be offering exclusive discounts on orders purchased that day, along with free gifts! Style adivse appointments will also be available and these can be requested when booking requesting your invitation.

We would love to see past, present and future brides/customers celebrate with us, along with industry colleagues.”

Our event takes place on Sun 25^th March 2012 from 12pm - 4pm at Sixpenny Blue Studio, The Farm Shop | Hayes Garden Land | Tarbolton Road | Symington | Ayrshire KA1 5PD

You can request your invitation at http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/events.htm

Wedding Hair accessories trends for 2012

2011-10-22T09:42:00.000-07:00

2011 saw THE wedding of the year where the beautiful Kate Middleton married her prince charming (William). Wearing the traditonal tiara (Cartier Halo) for the big day, followed by her bridesmainds with flowers in their hair.
We soon followed with 2 further Royal Weddings - that of Princess Charelene and Zara Phillips

Another key wedding that year was that of Lily Allen and Kate Moss. Again flowers in the hair were seen, not only on the bride who wore them either side of her head, but also in the bridesmaids.

Rocking the trend of changing out of the wedding dress for the evening reception was seen by none other than Kim Kardashian.

So what is the wedding trends for 2012?
In 2012 we will see the Victoriana dresses making a big statement up and down the aisles. These dresses will range from the very flamboyant full skirts to the flappr style dresses. However the trend for the bride changing into another dress for the evening will still be VERY popular.

So what were the traditions of the Victorian Bride for hair accessories?
For their bridal headdress, country maids wound wildflowers into a wreath or, depending on the season, would gild small branches of leaves and wheat, then shape them into a golden coronet. Of course, royal brides were an exception to the botanical wreath rule, wearing crown jewels rather than some simple flowery, pastoral crown!

2012 wedding hair accessories trend flower circlet headband forehead band

2012 wedding hair accessories trends flower headband

2012 wedding hair accessories trend Daisy hair clip

2012 wedding hair accessories trend double rose clip

Of course this trend won't feel comfortable for all brides so how do they incorporate that into their style.

At LHG Designs we predict that the Royal weddings will have influenced brides and we will see the return of more tradional yet vintage style tiaras in 2012/13.

Another key shape in hair accessories and headbands will be the Rhombus/Diamond shaped! As 2011 ends we have been very busy creating Rhombus/Diamond hair accessories and jewellery designs for our brides to be. From necklaces, earrings, headbands and cuff rhinestone diamond shapes have been popular.

2012 wedding hair accessories trend rhinestone rhombus diamond headband / comb

2012 wedding jewellery trend rhinestone rhombus diamond cuff

2012 wedding hair accessories trend rhinestone rhombus diamond headband/comb

Next on the popularity trend is the double floral combs that Princess Charlene made popular.

2012 wedding hair accessories trend flower rhinestone double comb either side of bun princess charlene

2012 wedding hair accessories trend flower rhinestone and pearl double comb side bun princess charlene

As always please feel free to visit our site www.weddingandbaby.co.uk or email at weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk

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Wedding Hair Accessories mood board

2011-10-13T11:29:00.000-07:00

I have been working on a mood board to help a bride choose our accessories to match dress.

Kim Kardashian Wedding dress and Accessories

2011-09-03T03:39:00.000-07:00

While waiting the beauty salon today I managed to get a quick glimpse through the celebrity magazines that featured Kim Kardashian's wedding.

Loved the 3 dress dresses she wore to the wedding and LOVED the accessories even more. It was heart warming to see most of the styles she was choosing I have right here at www.weddingandbaby.co.uk.

Wedding and Baby have always been popular with circlet/forehead bands, and although we have a couple in the collection our one-off vintage designs always fly off the shelves.

Kim Kardashian 3 wedding dresses

Kim Kardashian wedding headband / Circlet

Kim Kardashian wedding headband and earrings

Kim Kardashian rhinestone wedding cuff bracelet and rhinestone hair comb

Kim Kardashian wedding style cuff bracelet

Kim Kardashian wedding style rhinestone cuff bracelet

Kim Kardashian wedding style rhinestone rose cuff bracelet

Kim Kardashian wedding style rhinestone drop earrings

Why not have a look at our video and see our one- off rhinestone forehead circlet.

As always please feel free to visit our site www.weddingandbaby.co.uk or email at weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk

Wearing a veil with a side headband - YES it can be done.

2011-08-29T11:55:00.000-07:00

source hitched.co.uk

I get a lot of brides loving side headbands, but completely unsure of the will go with a full length veil. The image above proves that it can. For most the veil will be placed nearer the back of the head and of course this doesn't interfere with the tiara/headband at all.

But some brides don't like having their veil so far back and would prefer to have it higher up on their head, and this is where they feel the problem would be with the headband.

Admittedly the flatter side headband designs work better if you are wearing you veil on the top of your head.

source google

Image http://www.craigsandersphotography.co.uk/

image by http://www.sheilagalvin.com/

Feel free to have a look at our headbands on www.weddingandbaby.co.uk

Tips for getting more votes in our facebook competition

2011-08-10T05:12:00.000-07:00

We thought we would suggest some tips for those entering our facebook competition and are looking to get people to like their photo.

1 - Make sure all your friends and family know about the facebook page and are liking your photo.

2 - Have you booked other wedding suppliers? Why not pop onto their facebook page and ask for votes! We regularly vote for our customers who tell us they have entered a competition.

3 - Have you liked any wedding related business pages on facebook? Then pop on there and ask if they would consider voting for you.

4 - Do you use wedding forums? You could post in there to drum up votes, all the other brides know what it's like to plan a wedding and will be supportive. Some of our favourite sites are www.hitched.co.uk, www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk http://www.weddingideasmag.com/ , www.confetti.co.uk, www.youandyourwedding.co.uk to name a few.

5- Do you read blogs? Why not pop on some wedding blogs and ask for votes there too.

6 - We have just given away a Rhinestone Rose Comb as we reached 1000 likers on our page. Tell your voters that we will be giving away another prize when we get to 1500 so they can win too!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wedding-and-Baby/52939309408#!/pages/Wedding-and-Baby/52939309408

Win Tickets to The Scottish Wedding Show 17-18th Sept 2011 SECC Glasgow

2011-08-09T10:47:00.000-07:00

We are delighted to offer you the chance to win 10 pairs of tickets to The Scottish Wedding Show at the SECC Glasgow on 17-18th Sept 2011.

To win tickets all you have to do is UPLOAD A PHOTO OF YOURSELF onto our facebook page along with your WEDDING DATE. Then get as many people as you can to like your photo.

The person with the most likes will win a pair of tickets to The Scottish Wedding show and £50 to spend at www.weddingandbaby.co.uk on wedding hair accessories or bridal jewellery.

The remaining 9 photos with the highest amount of likes - will win a pair of tickets for The Scottish Wedding Show.

The competiton closes on 1st Sept 2011.

Make sure you enter as you have a great chance of winning. We are giving away £230 worth of tickets and a £50 voucher!!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wedding-and-Baby/52939309408#!/pages/Wedding-and-Baby/52939309408

Cutting the cost of your wedding? Cheap weddings

2011-08-07T13:30:00.000-07:00

The average wedding now costs between £17,000 and £20,000. So how can you save money and still have the wedding of your dreams.

How to cut the cost of your wedding in 10 easy steps.

1. Call in friends and family to help out where possible. Many of them will be able to bake or even be crafty. With help from them you may get your flowers, stationery, wedding cake or even your dress at a reduced cost if not free ( as a wedding gift). Some may even have an amazing car that you can use to transport you to your venue.
Do you someone who is a hairdresser, make - up artist, florist, stationer, baker, dressmaker, musician, caterer, photographer etc? For most people they will know at least a few people who can help out.

2. Cut the cost of your wedding using Facebook. Most people who are on facebook are just there to connect with their friends. Now I must admit if it wasn't for my business I probably wouldn't frequent facebook very often. However by being on facebook I have seen the benefit of "liking" business pages. By doing so you are kept up to date of offers and freebies they are offering. I have won a meal for 2 to the value of £50 and a watch just by liking a page!
So if you aren't on facebook then get on there and get "liking" wedding supplier pages. You could win anything from free on the day co-ordination, to having your wedding photographed for the day! Check out our facebook page and "like" us as we currently have a competition running to WIN TICKETS TO THE SCOTTISH WEDDING SHOW at the SECC in Sept 2011. What is more we also offer our fans on the page an extra 10% discount on our wedding hair accessories and bridal jewellery. It really does pay to be on facebook.

3. Get married out of season or midweek. It seems very attractive to get married at the weekend and during the summer months. Admittedly that was what I did. But there are real benefits of getting married off peak and during the week. Yes people may find it difficult to get time off, or not drink the same amount of alcohol they would normally if they are working the next day. But it will certainly be cheaper on your pocket.

4. Buy at Wedding Fairs. Most wedding suppliers will offer exclusive discounts if you buy on the day. You really should take advantage of these fantastic offers. We offer a standard 10% off our hair accessories at wedding fairs and in some cases we offer extra special discounts like £120 vintage headbands for £80.

5. Cut the guest list. Only have really important friends and family for the wedding breakfast. All others can attend in the evening - where the cost per head will be cheaper if you are offering an evening buffet.

6. Have a Mini Honeymoon. How important is the honeymoon to you? Do you really want the luxury holiday - or would you rather have the dress of your dreams that you will look back at in photos for the rest of your life? This is all about priorities and own personal choice, but there is nothing stopping you having a mini break with a bigger luxury one further down the line.

7. Ask to pay in installments. I have experienced many brides waiting till very close to their wedding to sort out their accessories. This is for various reasons, but you really should book things well in advance to avoid missing out. If finance is stopping you getting the booking in early, then ask the wedding supplier if they would offer an interest free payment option. In most cases I am sure they will be happy to oblige, as long as the balance is paid by the agreed date. Of which we at Wedding and Baby and more than happy to offer this service for wedding accessories and bridal jewellery.

8. Something old, Something borrowed ... Work the vintage trend and go for something old or borrowed. Ask about friends and family to see if they have items that you can borrow for the day.

9. Look for the added value in items. If you have your heart set on an aspect of your wedding but can't justify the cost, then look for the added value. For example the £400 cupcakes may be out of your budget, but if you use them as favours or the dessert then you will get what you want and save money in the long run. We offer headbands and tiaras that can be converted into brooches or necklaces. So the initial outlay has a benefit in the long run. One of our designs which costs £120 coverts into 3 brooches. These can be given to bridesmaids or mothers of the bride or groom as gifts. Not only are these sentimental they save money on extra presents!

10. Remember cheap isn't always cheerful. As the saying goes you pay for what you get. It is great getting a genuine bargain, but remember if you do opt for the cheaper option then prepare to expect the quality to be of a different standard. Whether buying your dresses abroad ( I have had many a horror story of a bride who couldn't return the dress or get anyone to alter it due to being manufactured to poorer quality) or opting for mass produced items on ebay remember to check out the company for their returns policy.

Stylish Glasgow University Wedding and Moorpark Hotel

2011-08-01T12:19:00.000-07:00

When Lee contacted me to come and see about her wedding hair accessories for herself and 4 bridesmaids, I never imagined that I would have yet another stunning bride showcasing my work. Lee arrived at my home studio with her mum, and after chatting for a short time Lee's Mum said she knew my Mum! After catching up on the usual chat, Lee tried on a few ideas but she soon feel in love with the Casey headband. We also had the pleasure of creating the combs for Lee's 4 bridesmaids.

A few months past and Lee got in touch to send me a link to her photographers website so I could see her big day. Oh boy not only was Lee a stunning bride her wedding images by Craig & Eva Sanders Photography are amazing.

So it is with great pleasure that I can show off Lee & Brian's wedding thanks to Craig & Eva Sanders.

Images copyright of Craig & Eva Sanders Photography.

Royal wedding Edinburgh Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall Wedding, the dress, hair accessories and more

2011-08-01T08:58:00.000-07:00

Well we stayed tuned to see the Royal wedding that took place in our home country of Scotland. Zara Phillips brought a royal wedding to our capital city Edinburgh - which is only an hours drive from us here at Wedding and Baby.

It was obvious that the bride would be wearing a tiara from the royal collection and lovely that was. But what we loved was the on trend dress that had a hint of vintage.

Thistles in the bridal bouquet are often found in Scottish weddings, and used in men's button holes.

Amazing royal tiara worn by Zara Phillips on her wedding day

Maid of Honour Dolly Maude with 4 flower girls and page boy in kilt

They say that the bridesmaid Dolly Maude, didn't upstage the bride like Pippa Middleton did. But I must admit she definitely made us stop and look. We LOVED her pale grey short dress with vintage bow and fab beaded hair accessory.

Zara Phillips bridesmaid / Maid of Honour wearing short pale grey dress

Zara Phillips bridesmaid / Maid of Honour Molly Daude wear side beaded rose headband

If you would like a similar style of hair accessory created for your wedding then please get in touch with us at weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk or visit http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

Quirky Vintage Wedding Ideas and Inspiration

2011-07-22T08:03:00.000-07:00

We are delighted to kick off our new wedding inspiration section of our blog with these amazing real life wedding images from www.jamesplester.com

Welcome to the wedding of Emma and Andy. This wedding is fabulously styled in a vintage theme with many quirky features.

Last minute changes to the speech! Loving the converse boots with the suit.

Delicious ivory peep toe shoes with rhinestone brooches

Stunning hand held bridesmaid bouquet

Tiered A line Strapless Dress

Birdcage veil on a headband accented with a flower. Chandelier earrings.

Pearl cuff bracelet

Wellie Wanging to keep the kids entertained at the wedding...

Fab fun of the younger ones..

and competitive adults too.

Keeping your guests busy at the wedding reception

Vintage place settings

High Tea style Cupcake wedding cake

I ADORE this vintage ice cream van for keeping the guest entertained at the wedding.

Amazing image of the happy couple sipping champagne on bales of hay.

If you are still looking for a photographer for your wedding get in touch with
www.jamesplester.com

jameslesterphoto@gmail.com
Twitter @jamesplester
07906333905

People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime.

2011-07-20T12:44:00.000-07:00

People come into your life for a reason, a season, or
a lifetime. When you figure out which one it is, you
will know what to do for each person.

When someone is in your life for a REASON . . . It is
usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have
come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you
with guidance and support, to aid you physically,
emotionally, or spiritually. They may seem like a
godsend, and they are! They are there for the reason
you need them to be.

Then, without any wrong doing on your part, or at an
inconvenient time, this person will say or do something
to bring the relationship to an end.

Sometimes they die.
Sometimes they walk away.
Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand.

What we must realise is that our need has been met, our
desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you
sent up has been answered. And now it is time to move on.

When people come into your life for a SEASON . . .
Because your turn has come to share, grow, or learn.
They bring you an experience of peace, or make you laugh.
They may teach you something you have never done.
They usually give you an unbelievable amount
of joy. Believe it! It is real! But, only for a season.

LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons; things
you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional
foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the
person, and put what you have learned to use in all
other relationships and areas of your life. It is said
that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant.

Author Annoymous

Photo credit http://www.mirror.co.uk/life-style/real-life/2011/02/08/

Celebrity hair accessories that have rocked 2011!

2011-07-19T10:07:00.000-07:00

Lets face it you can't help but open a magazine and drool over the fashion pages of the celebs lastest outfit's for red carpet affairs. At Wedding and Baby we closely watch the headwear, as well as the dresses and of course love spotting the famous red soled shoes ( Christian Louboutin).

Love my Dress

Well ok we don't love every dress that celebrities wear to special occasions, and there have been a few fashion disasters in both the wardrobe and headwear department but on the whole they mostly get it right.

So this blog post is in honour of the celebrity hair accessories that rocked our world.

Rhinestone Hair Combs

Amanda Holden wears rhinestone wave comb

First on the list is Amanda Holden that looked very glamourous with a low side bun accented with a rhinestone comb.

Eva Longoria wear rhinestone and pearl comb

Eva Longoria also rocked the rhinestone and pearl hair comb in her up do.

Emily Blunt wear rhinestone side comb

Emily Blunt look amazing wearing her rhinestone hair comb on the same side as her one shoulder dress.

Kate Hudson wears rhinestone feature in centre of her head

Kate Hudson looked glowing during her pregancy in an amazing light gold dress encrusted with rhinestones. In her hair she bravely adorned a rhinestone comb placed in the centre of her head.

Celebrity Headbands

Lauren Conrad wears delicate vintage rhinestone headband

Lauren Conrad went down the vintage style road with a lovely lace dress and fine rhinestone headband.

Paris Hilton wears sequinned side headband

Paris Hilton worked the black lace trend with a black fabric headband with a large sequinned side design.

Zoe Deschanel wears Delta headband

We adore Zoe Deschanel and Taylor Swift's choice of rhinestone side headband as the exact design can be found in our online shop!

Taylor Swift wear Delta Headband

Vera wang wears rhinestone leaf headband

Top Bridal designer Vera Wang works the boho trend very well in this rhinestone leaves headband.

Zoe Deschanel wears leaf headband

Zoe Deschanel does it again with the boho leaf headband.

As always we are delighted to create a bespoke design just for you, so if you are inspired my our blog post please get in touch with us at weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk or visit or site http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

Vintage wedding with an ice cream theme! Yum!

2011-07-17T13:59:00.000-07:00

When our good friend Alison Tinlin of Plans and Presents requested some of our vintage inspired hair accessories and jewellery for a photo shoot she was styling, we were more than happy to help.

New Headband to be launched in 2012 collection "Ali"

A few weeks later I am delighted to be able to showcase the images captured by Struve Photography, onto my blog. Oh my these images have drippings of raspberry sauce, rhinestone sparkles, vintage dress, art deco themed venue and all topped off with cream. I think I am in heaven!

Rondelle and Pearl Necklace and Bracelet

Heading down to the beautiful location of Largs (somewhere I don’t visit often enough and yet under an hours drive from me) the world famous ice cream parlour Nardini’s was the location.

Nardini's Largs Scotland

Nardini’s was originally built in 1935 however it closed it’s door in 2004. It has since had a major refurbishment and reopened in 2008 restored to it’s Art Deco glory with a modern twist. Pretty much what the vintage wedding trend is at the moment!

We are extremely proud of our Art Deco heritage here in the West Coast of Scotland. When it first began to take root in Scotland, the art deco style of architecture was a cause for celebration. The Empire Exhibition, which was held in Glasgow's Bellahouston Park in 1938, enthralled millions of visitors with its sleek new designs, and inspired architects to follow its design principles.

Rhinestone Rose Heirloom Bouquet

Make- up is also important for creating the vintage feel. The lovely Sophie Edwards at who is also a stockist of Wedding and Baby hair accessories created the perfect look for this shoot. The bride wears our Rhinestone Rose comb which has gained a lot of press coverage after being featured in Wedding TV’s Bridal Boudoir. Accessorised with an ivory birdcage veil which was positioned off the face, shows that you don’t have to always wear it covering your eyes.

Rhinestone Rose Vintage Comb and Birdcage Veil

So if you are looking for a twist to add to your vintage themed wedding make it an ice cream dream. If you can't go the whole hog with the ice cream what about these fab heart shaped ice cream scoops as favours. After all, the diet can now go out the window it’s time to celebrate!

Ice Cream Wedding Favour Scoop

Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco Wedding accessories

2011-07-04T12:33:00.000-07:00

Well this is certainly the year for royal weddings - with Kate Middleton and Prince Charles in April and now Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene.

We have to admit we just ADORE Princess Charlene's style. Very elegant dress and amazing rhinestone vintage flower hair accessory neatly tucked into the back of her stylish low bun.

Who said that unless you wear something at the front of your head that it will be lost in the photo's. We can't stop looking at her beautiful hair comb which wraps round both sides to make sure you see it from every angle.

Princess Charlene wedding hair comb accessory

If you would like a similar style of hair accessory created for your wedding then please get in touch with us at weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk or visit http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

The Scottish Wedding Directory Magazine Autumn/Winter 2011

2011-07-01T11:00:00.000-07:00

We are delighted to hear that one of our headbands is featured on the FRONT COVER... yes the FRONT COVER of the new issue of the Scottish Wedding Directory Magazine.

The issue is out tomorrow (Sat 2ndJuly) and is the Bridal Bible for Scottish Weddings.

Louise says " Wedding and Baby was started in Jan 2009 and in a very short time (2.5 years) it has gone from strength to strength. It is not the company it was first developed to be, and changes are constantly being made. I am very lucky that the decisions and changes have worked out for the best, and all the hard work can be celebrated by gaining this massive recognition."

Louise continues " 2011 has certainly been a great year so far. I was featured on BBC Reporting Scotland, my designs have been featured on several episodes of WeddingTV's Bridal Boudoir, I wrote a bridal accessories feature for a Vintage Life magazine and now a front cover for the Scottish Wedding Directory. Tomorrow will certainly be a day to celebrate with my family, who constantly support and advice me when I am working too hard! I also have lots of amazing wedding industry friends who believe in my work and constantly inspire me to obtain my dream."

Louise is currently working on exclusive designs for some of her stockists, as well as designing the new collection for 2012. The new collection will be online by the end of year. In the meantime make sure you grab a copy of the magazine tomorrow.

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Writing content and getting Images for a Wedding Blog?

2011-06-26T13:11:00.000-07:00

Blogging on all sorts of subjects is getting more and more popular, none more so than the Wedding Industry. Here at http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/ we are always delighted to work with bloggers, so if you are looking for hair accessories, vintage inspired jewellery, birdcage veils and hair accessories worn by celebrities then we are here to help.

Images for Editorial online and print

We have a bank of images that can be easily emailed to you, which include both lifestyle shoots as well as white background product images.

Photos for your Blog

Worried about getting quality content for your blog? We have been featured on BBC reporting Scotland, Wedding Ideas magazine, on the front cover of The Scottish Wedding Directory Magazine and several episodes of WeddingTV Bridal Boudoir - proving that featuring our products had been a great success for many other media outlets.

Images for your Wedding Blog

We recently wrote an article for Vintage Life magazine - so would be delighted offer guest blog posts or even interviews and top tips for brides.

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Plans and Presents goes Vintage

2011-06-24T11:31:00.000-07:00

When a good friend Alison Tinlin of Plans and Presents asked for some accessories for yet another fab photo shoot she was doing, of course we said yes!
With talk of a vintage style wedding gown, amazing location - Scotland's most famous cafe Nardini's and Knickerbocker Glory Ice cream, what is there not to love about this amazing photo shoot.

Used in the shoot is our popular Vintage Rhinestone Rose comb , Rondell Necklace and Bracelet , Birdcage Veil , Heirloom Bouquet and the brand new Michaella headband still to be launched on our site.

To see the full shoot then check on the link below
http://plansandpresents.blogspot.com/2011/06/knickerbocker-glory-shoot-mrspandp.html

Pearl Flower Cream Wedding Tiara and Pearl Wedding Jewellery

2011-06-16T09:18:00.000-07:00

More and more brides are leaving their glitzy secrets behind and opting for pearls in their wedding accessories - so we have created a traditional tiara that meets those needs.

Our pearl wedding tiara is adorned with flowers, delicate leaves and swarovski crystals and handcreated just for you. This exact design is a one- off, however we can customise and create a pearl or swarovski crystal wedding tiara just for you.

Close up of our Pearl Flower Tiara

Pearl flower traditional tiara with pearl and crystal wedding necklace and earrings

Pearl wedding tiara with pearl wedding jewellery pendant and earrings

Wedding jewellery can be hard to team with your dress, but we have created this set that will most certainly be wearable with almost any design.The beautiful bride also wears our new crystal drop sterling silver pendant and earrings. Not sure what would work with your dress than checkout our advice on wedding jewellery. Order our one- off tiara now

We had the pleasure of working with
http://www.shirlaecarruthers.co.uk/ who owns the copright on the images.
http://www.narcissusweddingflowers.com/
http://www.stardusts.co.uk/

Flowers in Hair for Lily Allen's wedding!

2011-06-12T11:08:00.000-07:00

Lily Allen looked stunning in her vintage lace wedding dress with striking veil, but it has to be said the flowers at each side of her head definitely stole the show for us.
If you are not brave enough to wear flowers each side, why not opt for one striking flower like our Peony Dream Hair Flower.

Peony Dream Hair Flower at Wedding and Baby

Peony Dream Flower clip http://www.helenabrahamphotography.com/index2.php

You can purchase this flower here http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/fascinators.htm

Wedding TV Bridal Boudoir .... Rhinestone and Pearls Necklace.

2011-06-11T09:13:00.000-07:00

We are delighted to have been featured yet again on the Wedding TV Bridal Boudoir series! Episode 5 sees the lovely Lorraine wearing our Rhinestone and Pearls Vintage Necklace for the photo shoot.

Rhinestone and Pearls Necklace

You can see this here http://www.weddingtv.com/tv-shows/wedding-tv-shows-a-z/969545537001-bridal-boudoir/960423811001-bridal-boudoir-ep-5

To purchase this necklace visit our website www.weddingandbaby.co.uk

Wedding TV Bridal Boudoir .... Miracle Headband and Acasey Bracelet

2011-06-11T09:05:00.000-07:00

We are delighted to have been featured in yet again on the Wedding TV Bridal Boudoir series! Episode 4 sees the lovely LAURA wearing our Miracle Headband/Belt for the photo shoot and then style with our Acasey cuff bracelet to finish off her wedding look.

Miracle Headband/Belt

Acasey Pearl and Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet

You can view the programme online here http://www.weddingtv.com/tv-shows/wedding-tv-shows-a-z/969545537001-bridal-boudoir/959207876001-bridal-boudoir-ep-4

Visit our website to purchase these items www.weddingandbaby.co.uk

Win your wedding hair styling with Lady Amy Wedding Design Competition

2011-05-21T11:41:00.000-07:00

Lauren Amy Magovern formerly a stylist from Toni and Guy, her passion for the wedding industry blossomed whilst specialising in Wedding Hair. She loved it, the busy atmosphere and constant involvement in the fashion industry, giving her the opportunities to work with a variety of professional people and wonderful clientele and many excited brides to be, as she specialised in Wedding hair. Completing an avant-garde hair course/classic up-do’s hair course and a wedding hair course. Lauren Amy has also taken part in a variety of competitions, photo shoots for magazines and shows, working alongside art directors and makeup artists. http://www.ladyamyweddingdesign.co.uk/services-wedding-hair.htm

Lady Amy is offering you a prize worth approx £130 for Wedding Hair Styling for the Bride and 2 Bridesmaids (excluding travel expenses) expiry date 01 /10 / 2011

All you have to do to be entered into the competition is give us short description of why you would like a professional to do your hair on your wedding day & tell us what Wedding and Baby hair accessory you would pick to style it with?

Wedding TV Bridal Boudoir .. featuring Rhinestone Rose Comb

2011-05-20T12:25:00.000-07:00

We are delighted to have been featured in Wedding TV Bridal Boudoir series! Episode 2 sees the lovely LEANNE MORIARTY wearing our Vintage Rhinestone Rose Hair comb.
You can view the programme online here
http://www.weddingtv.com/tv-shows/wedding-tv-shows-a-z/938590535001-bridal-boudoir/930178761001-bridal-boudoir-ep-2

Rhinestone Rose Comb as worn on Wedding TV Bridal Boudoir

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Glasgow Girls Wedding Fayre takes place on Sunday 22nd May, with FREE ENTRY from 12 - 5pm at Parklands Country Club in Newton Mearns

2011-05-16T10:12:00.000-07:00

The next Glasgow Girls Wedding Fayre takes place on Sunday 22nd May, with FREE ENTRY from 12 - 5pm at Parklands Country Club in Newton Mearns, with 35 Suppliers to inspire you on your Wedding Planning journey! Feel free to go along and ask for advice and help!

There are 4 sensational LIVE performances lined up for you at The Glasgow Girls Wedding Fayre! De Ville, a superb Wedding Band, will be playing in the Bar/ Restaurant area during the day as will Claire Semple, The Wedding Vocalist. You can also come & jig to Furory Ceilidh Band & hear the superb Kirsty Duncan sing! All while enjoying a glass of bubbly or having lunch!

There will be showcases of bagpiping, wedding cakes, tasty cupcakes and cakepops, tablet favours, glittering stationery, photography and videography, exquisite wedding rings, wedding dresses and sparkly accessories, shiny wedding cars, cosmetic dentistry, makeup and fitness, gorgeous venue dressing, first dance inspiration and some very sexy boudoir photography! There's also a BBQ, bouncy castle and bar to keep the boys amused!

Many of the Exhibitors will carry an exclusive Discount Offer at The Glasgow Girls Wedding Fayre on 22nd May and you can check them out on The Glasgow Girls Wedding Guide website at http://www.theglasgowgirlsweddingguide.com/TheGlasgowGirlsWeddingFayre(1085712).htm!
There are discount offers of up to 30% on some products and services for booking on the day! Do check the Exhibitors' websites too before you go along so you have a great idea of who will be there and what they can add to your special Wedding Day!

Don't forget you can keep up with all the latest offers for The Glasgow Girls Wedding Fayre at Parklands Country Club on 22nd May, with FREE ENTRY from 12 -5pm by following on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TheGlasgowGirlsWeddingGuide

Kate Middleton Royal Wedding Earrings....

2011-04-29T14:56:00.000-07:00

Wasn't she absolutely stunning today? At Wedding and Baby we loved the dress - we had predicted she would go for the Grace Kelly look and she did it very well.

The tiara was breathtaking, but it was the earrings that we predict are going to set a trend.

Kate Middleton's Teardrop earrings are going to be the big accessory for the next year or so, along with rhinestone belts.

The rhinestone belt was part of Kate Middleton's second dress and we launched these into our range in January 2011. See our range of belts here

If you don't have the huge budget to get your earrings commissioned, in the oak leaf and acorn teardrop shape then look no further. We have a range of earrings that will turn every bride to be into a princess.

At Wedding and Baby we are always delighted to create bespoke designs for our customers - so if you would like acorns incorporated into your bridal jewellery we would be delighted to hear from you.

Our Royal Wedding inspired earrings are Limited Edition and currently available through our facebook shop.

Kate Teardrop Earrings

Lovers Knot Teardrop Earrings

Orchid Teardrop Earrings

Classic Teardrop Earrings

Cascade Earrings

Vintage Wedding photoshoot for Wedding and Baby Bespoke Accessories

2011-04-18T13:11:00.000-07:00

Dearly beloved were are gathered here ....... for the latest photo shoot of http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/ bespoke wedding accessories.

Working with an amazing team Wedding and Baby are delighted to showcase just some our designs in this beautiful photo shoot.

Audrey Russell Photography not only worked wonders behind the lens she was fantastic to work with. We both have very similar ideas on how the photo shoot would be styled and so quickly the location and props were sourced to create the vintage feel required.

There was an amazing amount of passion and commitment put into this photo shoot. Both Wedding and Baby stockists, industry experts and trusted friends made these images possible.

Brogan has been the face of many photo shoots for Wedding and Baby and we love working with her.This time we welcomes Kati on board as well and without a doubt her striking features make the hair accessories look even more stunning.

Photographer - Audrey Russell http://www.audreyrussellphotography.co.uk/

Venue - St Andrews in the Square Glasgow http://www.standrewsinthesquare.com/

Dresses - Justin Alexander dress 8465 & 8102 available at Wedding Wise

http://www.wedding-wise.co.uk/

Hair - Catherine Hastie catherine_hastie@sky.com

Make-Up - Lynn Meaner 07890291450

Models - Brogan Brown-Blair, Kati Hattle

Hair Accessories, Jewellery and Heirloom Bouquet - Wedding and Baby http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

Umbrella - Sixpenny Blue http://www.sixpennyblue.com/

Favour Box with Turquoise Ribbon & Polka Dot Nail File favour - Seasonal Decorations http://www.seasonaldecorations.co.uk/

Cupcakes - I-Craft http://www.i-craft.co.uk/

All photographs are copyright of Audrey Russell Photography.

Wedding and Baby Wedding Accessories hit the Headlines!!

2011-04-16T11:26:00.000-07:00

Wedding and Baby Bespoke Wedding Accessories have been so busy that we haven't had a chance to update you on our feature, on none other than BBC Reporting Scotland on 14th Feb 2011! How appropriate that our wedding accessories feature on the day of love.

I had been filmed way back in January so it was the nerve wracking wait till it finally aired. On the night before it was air the journalist contacted me to say it would be on the Radio and on all the News features the next day !!!!!

So if you missed it here it is .... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-12447671

Wedding and Baby - More connected than you think.

2011-04-16T11:11:00.000-07:00

We do get the odd person at a Wedding Fair say "Wedding and Baby?"

What they don't realise is that these almost certainly go hand in hand.

Why did we pick Wedding and Baby? - because these are the two BIG events in anyone's life and we wanted to capture that. Our designs look at the past and the future with us specialising in heirloom pieces that are passed onto future generations.

Even this month ties it both together - we have a holiday to celebrate the Royal Wedding on Fri the 29th April 2011, it is also the opening day of The Baby and Toddler show at the SECC in Glasgow !

So whether the baby comes before the wedding or after we aim to create accessories that both generations will treasure.

http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

Prom Accessories for the end of an era....

2011-03-19T15:01:00.000-07:00

Well that time has come, after all those years your school days are nearly over. So we have put together our best range of accessories that will compliment the class of 2011!

We have even got some promotional deals on - so just quote BLOG to get the discounted prom prices. Offers end on the 20th June 2011.

Under £50

Move over Cheryl Cole ( Tweedy) ... this tiara is a real head turner. Handmade in swarovski crystal. £40 ( normally £60).

Art Deco Tiara Comb £50 (normally £60)

Rhinestone Wave £50 Handmade Swaorvski Crystal

Rhinestone Wave Tiara £40 ( normally £60)

Princess Tiara Comb £50 ( swarovski crystal handmade)

£35 Gold Spray Comb Tiara

Gerbera Comb £35 VARIOUS COLOURS AVAILABLE - BEST SELLER

Mabel Pearl and Rhinestone Headband £40 (normally £60)

UNDER £100

Ella Headband £65

Deco Headband Rhinestones Galore £60 (normally £70)

Stella Headband £60 (normally £70)

Eleanor Headband £60 (normally £70)

FORGET CORSAGES .........CUFFS ARE IN!!

Swirl Cuff £30

Deco Cuff £30

Stella Cuff £35

Eleanor Cuff £30

Checkout our site www.weddingandbaby.co.uk or email us at weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk

Your Wedding Unveiled .. recommend great businesses and services in the wedding industry

2011-02-06T11:17:00.000-08:00

So, who are Your Wedding Unveiled?

We are a new wedding business and services recommendation website that will be launching soon (Mid-late Feb). your customers get the opportunity to recommend great businesses and services in the wedding industry, spreading the ever powerful word of mouth buzz. We are offering a free 2 month trial and would love it if you add your business to the directory which would allow your happy customers to spread the word about your business through recommendations. We are building strong customer interest through facebook and Twitter to ensure potential customers can view your service and recommendations.

What does the FREE 2 month trial include?
* A full page listing
*Up to 10 photographs
* A link to your website
*Full contact details (name, contact name, phone/fax, email, facebook/Twitter link, address)
* A brief summary of your business
*An overview of your business (what you offer/sell, who you are etc)

* Special offer section

All of the above can be amended after the listing has gone live to keep your listing current and up to date with your promotions/special offers.

If you would like more information why not 'like' our page on facebook: www.facebook.com/yourweddingunveiled

We are very excited for the launch of Your Wedding Unveiled and hope you are a part of this new and exciting wedding recommendation directory

http://www.yourweddingunveiled.co.uk/

Justin Alexander Inspiration with www.weddingandbaby.co.uk products

2011-02-03T13:59:00.000-08:00

Dub Stitch has weddings sewn up.....

2011-02-03T06:00:00.000-08:00

http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/ are delighted to showcase the work of the fab Jenni at Dub Stitch. Having actually met Jenni and seen her work, I can personally recommend her fantastic favours and wedding bunting. Here is what she had to tell us .......

Looking for those unusual and beautiful finishing touches for your wedding day can be a real challenge – it can be very difficult to find something personal to you, at the right price! This is where Dub Stitch can help. I offer a beautiful range of wedding favours that are handmade just for you, to your specifications, and with prices starting from just 20p a piece, there’s certain to be something for everyone.

Handmade using your own choice of materials, to suit your colour scheme or theme, you can choose from mirrors, badges, bottle openers, magnets and keyrings. They can be backed with cloth or paper - you could incorporate pages from your favourite book, co-ordinate with your bridesmaids' dresses or even match the groom's kilt.

Where possible I try to use recycled or vintage materials. By providing your guests with useful and useable favours, you can be sure they will be around for years to come as a lovely reminder of your day.

I also make tartan bunting, perfect for those looking for a Scottish theme or to add a bit of interest. This bunting looks great hung across the front of a stage or in swags along the top table, or even to decorate around your guests' tables. It’s a perfect way to bring together the colours of the day.

http://www.dubstitch.co.uk/

Wedding guests go crazy for Candy Carts...

2011-02-01T14:36:00.000-08:00

www.weddingandbaby.co.uk are delighted to have had a chance to interview Julie from Julie's Candy Cart. Having met Julie personally, you can be sure of a super service. Although I haven't seen the cart in action yet, I will be popping along to The Scottish Wedding Show at the SECC to check it out. Read on to find our more info on the Candy Cart and how we are giving away free tickets to The Scottish Wedding Show Feb 2011.

Tell me all about your business?

Julie’s Candy Cart is a new business created by myself and my husband to be. It came about when we were looking for unusual and unique ideas for our own wedding. I googled “unusual wedding ideas” and up popped a Candy Cart. I made an enquiry and unfortunately the cart in question was in Essex. I searched for a cart in our area and at the time there were no search results. Candy buffets by the dozen but not a Candy Cart. Obviously there is a gap in the market for this service.

My husband-to-be, being an engineer, offered to make a cart for our wedding day. That is when my little, white, Edwardian style candy cart was born. I have fallen in love with the Candy Cart and would like others to have the benefit of its use. I had never planned to run my own business but now see that there is potential for the Candy Cart business. I had my second child and gave up my teaching job18 months ago as well as relocating to Strathaven. Now we are settled and I’ve been a stay at home mum for a while it is a good time to get back out there into the working world.

I hire out the Candy Cart, not just for weddings but also for Christenings, Baby Showers, Birthday Parties, Engagements, Hen parties, Bridal showers, Anniversaries, Bar Mitzvahs, Proms, Christmas parties, New Years events, Corporate events and Charity events. I carefully set it up and dress it according to the colour scheme or theme of the wedding or special occasion being attended. I attach pretty organza bows and swags to the cart and tie ribbons to a choice of glassware, enamelware or sweetie jars, in which the sweets are displayed. Scoops, tongs and sweetie bags are also provided. There is a choice of different coloured canopy tops from, gold, silver and dark blue to candy stripe pink, bright harlequin and neutral wavy stripes. The type of sweets can be decided after a discussion with the clients. There are many varieties to choose from and I will try to source any special favourites.

Why should brides opt for your candy cart?
The wedding market is vast and the trends are changing all the time. The new trend is the candy buffet. There are considerably less companies who offer the candy buffet but displayed on an Edwardian type barrow. This is what makes “Julie’s Candy Cart” such an unusual and unique concept. It creates a stand-alone centre piece, a crowd pleaser and an eye catching display. It becomes part of the decoration of the wedding venue. It is the must have wedding item at any modern day wedding.
Any bride who wants an unusual and unique feature at their wedding, which will intrigue and delight her guests, triggering childhood memories of sherbet lemons and flying saucers, has to have the “must have”. It will be a talking point for many years to come.

How far in advance do brides need to book you?
Obviously the earlier the enquiry is made the more likely it is that the date will be available and this will avoid disappointment. I will, however, take booking at shorter notice if there is a gap in the diary. In this event, if clients are looking for specialist and personalised packages I would need a few weeks to prepare so their requests are catered for.

Do you do different themes and colour schemes?
I have six sets of colour coordinated accessories for the cart and am working on another two at the moment.
I will endeavour to dress the cart to match any colour scheme or theme that is requested for any occasion. Also I can put a colour coordinated or themed candy package together.
Some examples:-For a wintery wedding theme, a white and silver sweetie package displayed on the ivory or silver candy cart. For a little girl’s christening, pink and white cello wrapped sweets, tied with pink curling ribbon, displayed on the candy striped pink cart. For a little boys christening, pastel coloured cello wrapped sweets, with blue curling ribbon, displayed on the pale blue and neutral cart. For a Willie Wonker themed birthday party, a chocolate, toffee and fudge themed sweetie package displayed on the gold candy cart. The list is endless!

What area do you cover?
I offer delivery and pick up within a 20 mile radius of Strathaven (ML10). 50p per mile will be charged in addition to this for more distant bookings. I cover the South and Central Scotland area. I will consider other areas- if you don’t ask, you’ll never know!

I am exhibiting Julie’s Candy Cart at the Scottish Wedding Show, SECC, on Sat 19th and Sun 20th Feb 10am-6pm. I will be offering £50 off the hire price for any booking made and deposit paid on the day.

Website- www.Juliescandycart.co.uk

Email- enquiries@juliescandycart.co.uk

Want to see Julie's Candy Cart - then make sure to join our newsletter to be in with a chance of winning 12 pairs of tickets to The Scottish Wedding Show on the 19th & 20th Feb 2011.

Join our newsletter here http://weddingandbaby.us1.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9fa56addaf92f028a552aaa38&id=cb89c7d021

Sweet Words Stationery - Envelopment and Foil Printed Stationery

2011-01-29T02:29:00.000-08:00

www.weddingandbaby.co.uk talks to Ruth Coe of Sweet Words Stationery. The studio is owned by Ruth, and offers bespoke stationery for all occasions.

Tell us about yourself?
Having been in the industry for a number of years I have sampled products similar in nature but still remain passionate about using the Envelopments brand as one of our key suppliers. I love card, textures, patterns and putting this together to create unique designs, reflecting your event. I love weddings and everything that comes with it including stepping away from tradition. 2011 trends indicate anything from, Vintage , Alice in Wonderland, Retro to strong contrasting colours. I can help you achieve this or anything else you have in mind.

What designs can be created?

I am designer and foil printer in the studio and consider my designs to be simple, elegant and affordable for all budgets. I am also Registered Envelopment Designer which means I can use an extensive range of products in my own designs consisting of diverse patterns, colours and textures.
A huge extensive range of greeting card styles, patterns, colours and textures means you are only limited by your imagination. Whether it is a wedding, party or business launch, the possibilities are endless .

Sweet Words Stationery Ltd

07766228623
http://www.sweetwordsstationery.co.uk/

Seasonal Decorations say I do to Wedding Favours!

2011-01-28T13:27:00.000-08:00

I am delighted to feature on the blog today a relatively new company Seasonal Decorations www.seasonaldecorations.co.uk. Not only do the sell the most stylish range of wedding decorations they have just launched their wedding favour range.

With many favours available ranging from just £1.00 you are sure to find something to fit in with your theme. What's more they also provide a sourcing service - so if it's not on their site just email them and they will track it down for you.

Here are some of our favourites

http://www.seasonaldecorations.co.uk/ Turquoise Box with candle - Our Favourite as it's Wedding and Baby colours!

www.seasonaldecorations.co.uk Vintage Damask Black and White Candle

http://www.seasonaldecorations.co.uk/ Vintage Bird Bath Place card holders

http://www.seasonaldecorations.co.uk/ Black and White Polka Dot Photo Coaster - WE LOVE THIS!

http://www.seasonaldecorations.co.uk/ Keeping the Ladies happy with mini manicure sets.

http://www.seasonaldecorations.co.uk/ Battery operated Tea lights are perfect for tables and as favours

Top Tip from Seasonal Decorations - looking for ways to cut costs when planning a wedding? recycle your christmas baubles and white christmas lights as wedding decorations.

Check them out on facebook http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=100001001770237
ot twitter on @seasonaldeco

Wedding Trends and Ideas Look Book 2011

2011-01-27T11:34:00.000-08:00

We are about to launch the second edition of our wedding guide / look book. Yes our 2011 online wedding guide will be going live in April. Already we have had many enquires as to when the next edition will be launching, with many brides signing up to get all the news straight to their in boxes.

As we are not running this in conjunction with a fair this time, we are adding more pages, more articles and more photos to drool over.

If you are a wedding industry expert and would like to submit an article or take out an advert then please get in touch with us at weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk

Submissions will be on a first come first served basis - so be quick.

Deadline for submissions and adverts is Thursday 31st March 2011.

How will it be published? It will purely be online, as we have had lots of feedback from last years advertisers saying that they got many enquiries and bookings from seeing the guide online.

You can see our current guide here

Emma Moore Photography for something different in photography

2011-01-24T13:51:00.000-08:00

When was the last time you stopped and thought about what is truely important to you? Your friends, your family, your husband or wife, the children and your pet cat or dog? When was the last time you celebrated these people and the relationship you hold together as a family? These are the moments that matter in life, so why not celebrate and cherish these memories together in a family portrait session?

Welcome to EmmaMoorePhotography. EmmaMoorePhotography is different. It is all about capturing you! Who you are, what you like to do and the people that are important in your life. Emma's studio photography sessions aim to be fun and exciting - not your traditional sit down and smile portraits - but something the whole family can enjoy - together! Why not bring the grandparents? Or your Auntie and Uncle? Enjoy some time as a family and create some truely unique images that you will treasure forever.

Give Emma a call on 07708949025 or email for some more information at emmamoorephotography@hotmail.com. Her website is bursting with exciting images - so go get some inspiration for your own photoshoot now by visiting www.emmamoorephotography.co.uk!

Gift vouchers are now available too! For just £40 you can buy a friend or a loved one an exciting portrait experience which includes an hour of studio fun, a viewing in the comfort of your own home and a 7" x 5" print of your choice!

Getting married?! Emma also does wedding photography! Why not get in touch and see what she can do for you!

Lovely Weddings create just that!

2011-01-21T06:00:00.000-08:00

www.lovelyweddings.co.uk is a chair cover hire and venue styling business, based in Pontefract, West Yorkshire.
Sarah worked as the wedding coordinator for a five star hotel for three years so has lots of hints and tips to share.

So it was natural for her to have a free Wedding Planning info section on her website with more being added all the time. A free mailing list notifies you when new planning info goes live!

She also has an Amazon shop with links to some really great wedding items all carefully chosen .

email: sarah@lovelyweddings.co.uk,
telephone 01977 704400

Staggered tells us how to get your Bloke involved in your Wedding!!

2011-01-20T06:00:00.000-08:00

How Can I Get My Bloke Involved In Our Wedding?

If there’s one question that we get at http://www.iamstaggered.com/ more than any other it’s this one. Well, that and what’s this I’ve heard about a bacon tuxedo? As the UK’s leading men’s wedding website (we know we’re leading because we’re the only one) we’re well versed in helping men and weddings to get along.

The first pointer we’d give you is to ask him to get involved. It may sound stupid but a lot of blokes are just worried that they’ll get in the way and express an opinion that you won’t like. Let’s be honest about things – you can be a bit bridezilla-ish about wedding things can’t you?

So speak to him, tell him what you’re hoping to do for the wedding and explain why it’s important to you. For the vast majority of blokes just knowing that it will make you happy will be enough to get him motivated.

The most vital point in the process is to ask his opinion. Your bloke may be more from the oil-under-the-fingernails end of the man spectrum but he’ll still have an opinion and you may be surprised about how strongly he feels something. After all, he’s gone to the emotional effort of committing himself to you for the rest of his life, maybe he also feels strongly about the way that commitment is expressed on the wedding day.

If he needs prompting then maybe don’t start asking about the frilly stuff like the bouquets but ask what he’d like for the food, the booze, the speeches, the stag and hen-dos, the suits, the music, the entertainment, the honeymoon, the transport and the guest list and you should provoke some kind of response. If not, mention the bill and that should get him thinking.

Next up, once he’s on-board, set tasks. I’m not going to do down my gender and say that we’re simple creatures because we’re not (in the same way that you women can think about more than just shopping) but men like clearly-defined tasks and that’s what most of us are happy to take on. Especially if it involves hours of pointlessly Googling stuff. If that Googling can take place on work’s time then we’re extra happy. So tell us clearly what you’re looking for and we’ll go out and find it. It’s much like the hunter-gathering we’re genetically programmed to do but with less spearing mammoths and more clicking on hyperlinks.

Finally, don’t underestimate us or worst of all: ignore us. In this post-Beckham world we live in most men realise that you can have a ten minute conversation about flowers without needing to explain you’re not gay. So ask his opinion and if he responds, listen before you start explaining why you’re not going to dress as Princess Leia with the swirly Danish Pastry hair on your big day – because maybe, just maybe, it’s really important to him…

Oh and don’t forget to send him to see his old pal Staggered. We’ve got everything the groom www.iamstaggered.com needs from proposal ideas www.iamstaggered.com/getting-engaged, to how to crack the dreaded wedding speeches www.iamstaggered.com/wedding-speeches.

Bridal Make-Up tips from Jennifer Peffer

2011-01-19T06:00:00.000-08:00

BRIDAL MAKE UP TIPS by Make-Up Artist JENNIFER PEFFER

Bridal make-up should do 3 things:

1. Make you look and feel beautiful.

2. Look perfect in you pictures.

3. Last all day and night.

A professional make-up artist will know how to ensure that your make-up does all of these things.

Have a trial roughly 6 weeks before your wedding day. The trial is your opportunity to focus completely on the make-up. On your big day you want to be completely confident, so make sure you are 100% happy at your trial to avoid any stress.

It’s always helpful for a make-up artist to visualize what you would like so take along any images. It’s amazing how one person natural can be another’s dramatic.

Don’t be scared to try looks that the make-up artist suggests, you may find a style you really love, and it’s your trial, its no fuss if you want to wash it off and start again.

Your make-up artist will probably suggest a look that involves natural skin, a defined eye, and neutral or pink lips. This is a very classic & flattering bridal look. The defined eye will look great in photographs, but won’t be too heavy, which is important, as your look has to take you from day to evening.

My top tip is false eyelashes, they are stunning as part of a bridal make-up, you won’t look back!

Finally: Don’t try to look like someone else on your wedding day; you still want to look like you, just a more fabulous version!

http://www.jenniferpeffer.com/

info@jenniferpeffer.com

07921 066 162

Jennifer Peffer is a freelance Fashion Stylist and Make-Up Artist, she mainly works on fashion shoots and weddings. Jennifer trained in make-up artistry at London College of Fashion, then at Make-Up Designory in Los Angeles. She has since been working on a freelance basis, mainly in Scotland although she is available to travel throughout the UK.

Knots & Kisses Wedding Stationery - Vintage themed stationery to wow your guests.

2011-01-14T18:00:00.000-08:00

We focus on more wedding stationery this time we chat to Nikki Ward of Knots and Kisses.
www.knotsandkisses.co.uk and our blog http://knotsandkisses.blogspot.com

Knots & Kisses Wedding Stationey provides unique handmade wedding stationery, both 'off the peg' collections and a bespoke service. We create invitations and all your matching stationery, including Menus, Order Of Service, Place cards and Table Plans. All our stationery is 100% handmade to suit the couple's requirements. We will quite happily work from swatches of material or any other inspiration to create a bespoke invitation. We pride ourselves on a very personal service. The last thing you want when planning a wedding is not to be able to pick up the phone and have a chat about any changes you may require. Please don't forget to look at our website

The inspirations for our 'Off the Peg' ranges in 2010 had a genuine vintage feel. 'A Country Garden Party', which can be seen in our Ditsy Print and Country Garden ranges, evokes the feeling of 1940's tea parties. Pretty floral china, old glassware and beautiful rose prints are all elements of this. We even made floral bunting to match a bride's wedding stationery to bring the theme together. I think this theme is going to continue to be popular in 2011, especially with summer weddings.

Our other main inspiration was 'Old School Hollywood Glamour'. Think satin dresses, diamante jewellery and a black and cream theme from old photos. Check out our Vintage Cameo and Bejewelled invitations which match this theme perfectly. Again I think this trend will continue as the vintage look is still very popular, and this look is great for the bride that loves vintage but not florals!

For 2011 we see new inspirations coming from Alice in Wonderland and English Eccentrics .. taking the garden party look to a new and quirky level. We see lots of fun floral arrangements in teapots and old bottles, and beautiful mixes of tweed and lace. Pocket watches and old telephones used in decor could be fun and don't forget your wellies for that perfect festival wedding in a field!

Our new English Eccentrics range was launched on Friday 7th January.

Knots & Kisses Wedding Stationery

www.knotsandkisses.co.uk

email : info@knotsandkisses.co.uk

tel : 07976625201

Boho Bride - wedding inspiration that you will be drooling over

2011-01-13T06:00:00.000-08:00

Boho Bride was launched in Oct 2010 as a place to share my design ideas

with other Brides-to-be and those who simply love beautiful aesthetics and

design!

After ‘treading the boards’ in London theatres for a few years, I worked

until recently, as a Home Designer for a well known UK department store –

my B’Maids thought it would be funny if I channeled my wedding ‘visions’

into creating mood boards for them…

This planted the seed in my mind, that while I might have a clear design

direction that I want to push our wedding towards – others might not. In

short, my aim is that Boho Bride offers you a little inspiration for your

special day.

http://www.bohobride.co.uk/

sarah@bohobride.co.uk

Paper Whispers - Wedding Stationery that you will be shouting about.

2011-01-12T06:00:00.000-08:00

We love speaking to other wedding suppliers and this time we are delighted to chat with Ruby Majani of Paper Whispers. Here is what she had to say -
As cliche as it sounds, weddings have a way of being forever inspirational. I had always had a passion for art and design, but it was only when planning my wedding in 2008 that I truly used my crafting skills. The wedding invitations were a big hit with my guests gushing about them for months before the event. The name of the company, Paper Whispers, was coined from this whispering when the invitations were received. The original design that inspired this is the 'Romance' invitation.

I loved the creative process and I knew I had to change career paths. I was a scientist (I still say I am a scientist at heart) and I am now a full time wedding stationery designer for my own little firm Paper Whispers.

For the beginning of 2011, we have introduced some new ranges.
We now have very chic and affordable flat cards such as our 'Bejewelled' Invitation.

We also have a new range of photocards, for before and even after the wedding as a thank you. These are truly bespoke cards which allow you to include a personal photo and/or the professional ones from your wedding.

Finally we also have a DIY range for brides who want to do it for themselves.

Site: http://www.paperwhispers.com/

Email: samples@paperwhispers.com

Blog: http://www.paperwhispersblog.blogspot.com/

Planning a Wedding in 2011?

2011-01-11T06:00:00.000-08:00

So the sparkly ring is now firmly placed on the third finger. Now what?

One of the first things a couple must decide is the budget for their wedding and who is going to pay for it.

In 2009 and 2010 the most popular options for paying for a wedding were - the couple paying for it themselves (50%) and the couple and both families contributing (43%). Hitched W.I.F.E

So how does that fair when it come to the invitations??? No probs -

Mr & Mrs J Blogg and their daugther Laura together with Mr & Mrs Smith and their son Scott request the pleasure of the company of ......... sorted!

The Budget - budgets for wedding range from £5000 to £15000 ( not including the honeymoon)

So how do you save money but have all the style your heart desires for your dream day.

Vintage is a HUGE theme - so work that. Yes that means getting out the old and make it new. Have you considered using your mum's or grandmothers dress? With a few alterations this could become a beautiful sentiment on your big day.

Accessories - again most mum's and grandmothers have pearls so why not consider wearing those. Or what about taking a treasured bracelet, brooch or necklace and having it made into a vintage side tiara, headband or comb. We specialise in this service which makes an affordable option - and what's more no one else will ever wear the same one! For more information contact us at weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk or visit the site http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

Stationery and Cakes can often be made by yourself or a talented friend. Beware, if you are not 100% sure of doign this leave it to the experts it will save you money in the long run as well as stress. Checkout http://www.i-craft.co.uk/ http://www.cupcouture.co.uk/ http://www.decadencecupcakes.co.uk/

Favours - not always an option, but definitely a lovely gesture that every guest will thank you for. Again these don't need to be expensive and many people often make their own.
To save money and stress why not buy the main components for a shop and decorate them yourself. http://www.seasonaldecorations.co.uk/

Flowers - to save money opt for flowers that are in season. For table centrepieces then opt for some lovely vases/ birdcages or candles that can be given as gifts to special people once the reception is over.

Cars - do you know someone who has a fab car? Why not as if they can help out on the big day. Or save money on car's completely by having you ceremony and reception in the one location.

Bands - ask about. Most freinds and relatives know if people in bands - so check them our for discounts and special offers.

Come and tell us how you are saving money!

Lu-B-Lu Cakes and Cupcakes - New Wedding Cake Maker

2011-01-10T06:00:00.000-08:00

Like quite a lot of people starting our in business Christine from Glasgow, works full-time as a nurse. In face Christine has 2 jobs to make up full time hours.

Christine always liked baking cakes, but kept them quite plain. It was her mum's 60th birthday last year and she decided to bake and decorate her cake. It was in the style of 2 presents stacked on top of each other. She got lots of compliments on it, even though she knew see it wasn't totally perfect.

After that Lu-B-Lu Cake an Cupcakes was born and she decided to put an advert on the hospital intranet site, which is where she got lots of enquiries and her first couple of orders.
Since then she has been advertising in local shops and on the internet. The orders are now flowing in.

Christine soon got her website www.lu-b-lucakesandcupcakes.co.uk up and running.

Christine absolutely love's doing it and is hoping that something that started out as a hobby will grow into something bigger.

We love these sunflower cupcakes - make sure you contact Christine about her complete range of services.

Inkydoodle - quirky wedding stationery that is just divine.

2011-01-09T03:19:00.000-08:00

We are delighted to have spoken with http://www.inkydoodle.co.uk/ about their divine wedding stationery. Read on to find Delicious designs that would be perfect for the Vintage themed wedding.

How did Inkydoodle start?
When my fiancé and I first started planning our wedding we spent ages trawling the internet for wedding stationery that was bright, colourful and a little bit different; we were looking for something that was really us. All we could find were hundreds of websites selling cream pearlescent stationery with ribbon, doves, rings and bells that wasn't really us. As a result I created inkydoodle.

What is your background?
I have worked in events for many years but only really got into the wedding industry recently as I had a baby 7 months ago and I'm trying to launch inkydoodle so that I can quit my day job and work for myself. I'm hugely inspired by anyone who has managed to set up their own business and make a success of it!

Tell us about your designs?
In terms of stationery inspiration, most of the stationery in the collection is inspired by weddings I have been to. Blogs with real weddings are also a huge inspiration, I follow about 4/5 religiously and they give me lots of ideas. Sometimes inspiration comes from the strangest places, like the latest clothes fashion or home magazines!
Inkydoodle designs wedding and special event stationery with an edge, for couples looking for something a little bit different.
We steer clear of the classic cream pearlescent card with ribbons, stick on pearls and diamante, while that’s exactly what many brides are looking for it’s just not what inkydoodle is about. We aim to be different, targeting brides who want something against the norm with clean crisp colourful print.

What services do you offer wedding couples?
We offer 2 types of service, ‘from the collection’ and ‘bespoke’.
Our collection is growing all the time, so quickly at the moment that I can’t update the website fast enough! Our facebook page currently holds more designs than the website! Many of the ranges in the collection are inspired by real weddings and they can all be tailored specifically to yours: we can recreate them in any colour with wording to suit you.

The bespoke service is very exciting, we work with the bride and groom or party/event organiser (don’t forget we do special event stationery too) to discuss their event theme, colour scheme, the couples likes & dislikes, their dress sense likes and dislikes, hobbies they have. Once we have all this information we go away and create 2 ideas, we then work with the couple to tweak their favourite design giving us the finished product - completely bespoke and 100% unique!

Our service is really personal; we prefer to discuss the couple’s requirements over the phone or via e-mail so we get their vision just right. A wedding is one of the most important days of a person’s life and the invitation is the first impression closest friends and family receive, it sets the scene for the main event.

http://www.inkydoodle.co.uk/

The Scottish Wedding Directory Magazine Spring / Summer 2011

2011-01-08T16:37:00.000-08:00

The Scottish Wedding Directory is Scotland's leading wedding magazine and is filled to the brim with fantastic fashion pages of which we are utterly delighted to have been featured in.

Yes - one of our Vintage Rhinestone Headbands have been featured on page 112 of the Spring /Summer 2011 edition which is out now.

Many brides up and down the country have been trying to get their hands on a copy. It seems that stockists of The Scottish Wedding Directory have been selling out.

Here is a sneak peak at our feature - The Bold and the Beautiful.

Vintage Headband by http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/, Dress by Ian Stuart Brides -Vanderbilt, Photograph from The Scottish Wedding Directory Spring / Summer 2011

Vintage Rhinestone Headband by www.weddingandbaby.co.uk , Make -Up by http://www.lookgoodmakeup.co.uk/

Steal her Style - Our Casey Medium headband as shown is available to purchase here http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/vintageaccessories2.htm

LovebySusie Lingerie for the Bride with Style.

2011-01-08T06:00:00.000-08:00

LOVEBYSUSIE LINGERIE

At http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/ we are always delighted to hear from Scottish homegrown designers. So were very excited to find out all about Susie McKenzie at LovebySusie.

LovebySusie Lingerie is an enchanting collection all individually designed and handmade to perfection by Scottish designer Susie McKenzie. Exquisite lingerie ranging from figure enhancing silk and coutil corsets to delicate vintage lace garters. Luxury silk and lace knickers, nighties and loungewear, capturing the elegance and romance of long gone eras.
LovebySusie appeals to the modern fashion aware bride, with a passion for luxury fabrics, sophisticated vintage design and unabashed pretty femininity. Every aspect of a LovebySusie bride’s wedding day ensemble is a careful consideration, especially when it comes to what is underneath that once in a lifetime gown.

About LovebySusie

Born in Edinburgh, Susie McKenzie completed BA (hons) Degree in Fashion Design at Edinburgh College of Art followed by a MSc in Fashion Marketing at Glasgow Caledonian University. This led to an exciting and inspiring career in Buying Tailoring and Occasion wear for the highly successful luxury High Street brand Coast. During this time, Susie gained vast knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the design, construction and production of exquisite high quality garments. After six years in London, Susie decided it was time to return to Edinburgh to set up on her own.

Susie McKenzie established LovebySusie in February creating LovebySusie Bridal Couture in Edinburgh offering a bespoke bridal gown design service. Realising a gap in the market for luxury bridal garters and lingerie to wear with her unique wedding gowns led to the introduction of LovebySusie Lingerie. LovebySusie wedding garters were launched successfully in Boudiche in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The range has now expanded from wedding garters to matching beautiful handmade silk corsets, silk knickers and eye masks all handmade with silks, tulles, vintage lace and hand beading. The latest addition to the range is LovebySusie Loungewear consisting of pretty silk and cotton camisoles and short sets, delicate nighties and lace robes. LovebySusie is launching an ecommerce website http://www.lovebysusie.co.uk/ in February 2011 which will include two lovely new lingerie collections; Gwen, Liliana and Valenciennes and the brand new Valenciennes Loungewear Collection.

http://www.lovebysusie.co.uk/

Win Your Wedding Competition - £11,000 Wedding Giveaway

2011-01-06T10:00:00.000-08:00

Just got engaged - now looking to save money and have your dream wedding.
Imagine not having to save anymore - Yes your could WIN your WEDDING!

It is no secret Prince William is engaged to Kate Middleton and it goes without saying it will be a day they will remember forever, it is with this that we at Wedding and Baby have decided to take part in The Bridal Magazine's chance to win your own day to remember with their great £11,000 wedding package giveaway.

Yes one lucky bride will get to choose their wedding tiara, headband, comb, birdcage veil or fascintor from us. What's more they will have money left from our prize entry to select wedding jewellery for themselves or even accessories for the bridesmaids.
They will be able to choose from our ready to wear vintage inspired range, or have a bespoke design created just for them.

Celtic Headband / Circlet http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

Cream flower hair clip/ comb with pearls and birdcage veil http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

Leaf rhinestone wedding circlet / headband http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

Vintage Side tiara with rhinestones http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

Swarovski Crystals Cheryl Tiara Handmade Crown http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/

http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/ Bespoke Wedding Accessories to be won in The Bridal Magazine Competition

Carolyn Baxter talks to www.weddingandbaby.co.uk about her dresses.

2011-01-05T02:49:00.000-08:00

Today I am delighted to feature the very inspiring Carolyn Baxter www.carolynbaxter.co.uk .

Carolyn has not only got a BA Hons in Fashion Design she is a MGBT Make Up Artist.

Although Carolyn is famous for her dress designs and also her dress making patterns, you can also see her regularly on youtube sharing her make up and hair style tips.

She is no stranger behind the camera either - as she also presents New Look T.V

Carolyn's dresses are fantastic and would look great on both the bride or bridesmaids. What's more they are wearable and would grace many a party after the big day.

Carolyn's bespoke dresses cost £110 to £220 which can be custom made in an colour of fabric.

If you want to save money and make them yourself her dress patterns cost £11 and come complete with a video of instructions.

For more information contact

http://www.carolynbaxter.co.uk/
www.youtube.com/user/carolynbax

Wedding Flower Trends for 2011 by Blushing Blooms

2011-01-04T06:00:00.000-08:00

Down-under florist, Sally Thompson of Blushing Blooms shares a few words on what will be one of the hottest wedding floral trends of the new year…

Happy New Year from Australia! In welcoming 2011 we also welcome some new and fabulous trends in wedding flowers, floral styling and wedding décor.

It’s exciting to confirm that bold colours will be huge for 2011 – the days of the shy and retiring bouquet are long departed! Fuchsia, orange and cherry tones contrasted with splashes of lime green and yellow will dominate as brides follow trends emanating from Europe and the US. Over-the-top colours add glamour against dark bridesmaids gowns and oomph to wedding photos. Combined with the ongoing popularity of daring coloured wedding shoes brides for the new year will embrace colour daringly and celebrate nature’s most vibrant blooms with gusto!

So, grab your pantone swatch book and go wild or compile a sensational inspiration board that sings of all shades of the spectrum! Happy planning!

Author Sally Thompson is a passionate, creative and innovative floral designer specialising in wedding flowers based in Glenhaven, Sydney. Sally is the owner of Blushing Blooms Floral Studio. You can follow what’s happening at the Blushing Blooms studio on the blog or on Facebook.

All bouquets shown are the original work of Sally Thompson

Images by Cathy Crawley of Beautiful Moments Photography

Get in the Mood for Love with Aphrodisiac Cupcakes from Genii Cupcakes

2011-01-03T03:19:00.000-08:00

After Dark Truffle (left) Stimulating Fruit (middle) Hearts Desire (right)

How did Genii Cupcakes start trading?

Genii Cupcakes was started by founder Laura Payne in order to create treats that not only excite visually but stimulate the palette. Genii Cupcakes produce home made designer cupcakes to order, specialising in American and progressive flavours from their Hampshire kitchen.

Valentine's day is your next big event for the general public so what to you have in store for them?

Genii Cupcakes has created three cupcake flavours for the romantic season:

After Dark Truffle Cupcake – sophisticated dark chocolate cake with baked raspberries, mild honey topped with bittersweet chocolate and honey buttercream. Ancient Aztec emperor Monteczuma drank 50 gold goblets of dark chocolate a day to enhance his sexual power, but you can eat just one rich satisfying chocolate cake with a raspberry and chocolate truffle centre and the hint of honey will help “sweeten” your evening.

Stimulating Fruit Cupcake – fresh strawberry and fragrant basil cake topped with balsamic frosting. Described in erotic literature as fruit nipples, strawberries are packed full of vitamin C combined with the aroma of sweet basil which is said to stimulate sex drive and boost fertility.

Hearts Desire Cupcake - dark chocolate and a hint of red wine topped with cream cheese frosting. Referred to as the ‘nourishment of the gods’ by the Aztecs and rumoured that the famous lover Casanova is said to have consumed chocolate before his conquests, chocolate is the perfect partner with red wine to stimulate the senses, increase stamina and start the dance of love.

“Foods are so much more than fuel and I wanted to create a range of cupcakes to pleasure not only the taste buds, but also contain a little something extra to help couples everywhere celebrate Valentine’s Day.” – said Laura Payne, chief baking temptress at Genii Cupcakes.

Cupcakes are available in boxes of 6 and 12 at £2.50 per cupcake and can be delivered directly to your someone special as a surprise Valentine’s Treat.

Contact - http://www.genii-cupcakes.co.uk/
Email - laura@genii-cupcakes.co.uk

With Bells On Wedding Directory... www.withbellson.co.uk SPOTLIGHT

2011-01-02T03:55:00.000-08:00

SPOTLIGHT. Wedding and Baby hears all about new website http://www.withbellson.co.uk/

My Hubby and I married on 15th October 2009, not our first wedding, but definitely our last. Because of this, we only invited our four daughters to the ceremony and celebration meal, it was glorious!! I have done the big white wedding, although nice (and expensive) it was lovely to experience a low key celebration which concentrated on what we as a family wanted.

Director http://www.withbellson.co.uk/ Tracey Bartlett

We were very fortunate to meet the lovely Myleene Klass whilst on honeymoon in Windsor that night. After ages watching her filming in our hotel courtyard we went and sipped champagne, a real treat and a perfect end to our wedding day.
It was a simple quiet day that ended with a big bang.....eureka moment that isit! The idea was planted to one day branch into wedding planning (watch this space) but in the meantime I vowed to plough my spare energies into the wedding website my husband developed for me.

Since this day it has grown immensely and I am very grateful for the time and help my husband has assisted me.

The WithBellsOn wedding information website aim is to bring brides and their local businesses together, connecting those who have wedding services to those who need wedding services.

I hope both the information and directory provided in WithBellsOn will help engaged couples get the information and services they require to make their day run smoothly, whether it is their first, second, third, forth.....I personally wish all engaged couples the very best of luck with planning for their special day and hope their future is bright, with many smiles and only tears of joy.

http://www.withbellson.co.uk/ website

So, if you are getting married please come to www.WithBellsOn.co.uk for all your wedding information needs, we have some beautiful jewellery! If you are a business owner and wish to advertise your business to all the engaged couples out there, then please come and find more information here... http://www.withbellson.co.uk/wedding-advertising/

http://www.withbellson.co.uk/
tracey@withbellson.co.uk

http://twitter.com/WithBellsOnCOUK
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/profile.php?id=1052174911
http://weedle.com/withbellson

Big Day Discounts are set to be a Big Hit for couples planning a wedding.

2011-01-01T06:10:00.000-08:00

We are delighted to have the opportunity to chat with Big Day Discounts.

How did Big Day Discounts come into existence?
Terri and myself have had a love for all wedding related products and services after spending 2

years planning my own wedding back in 2006 and we knew this was more than a hobby when 4
years after my wedding we were still buying Wedding Ideas and Cosmopolitan Bride to help keep
us up to date with bridal trends!

The idea for Big Day Discounts came just over a year ago - We are both subscribed to 'Travelzoo'
and look forward to our weekly email providing us with holiday bargains and we thought there was
no reason a wedding related version wouldn't work, especially in the current economic climate.

Over the following year we did alot of research & planning and we were very pleased to launch
www.bigdaydiscounts.co.uk in September 2010.

So tell us all about the website?
Big Day Discounts aims to help couples save money when planning their wedding. We are all
aware of how expensive your big day can be, and any savings that can be made are usually
gratefully received.

Organising a wedding is also very time consuming, averaging 250 hours of planning time, making
it very difficult for couples to find the time to compare different suppliers in order to find competitive
prices. Big Day Discounts looks to eliminate this problem.

We will be launching our directory and regular email alert at the end of February which will see all
of the current 'Featured Offers' emailed to our subscribers. Registration is free and just requires a name and email address - http://www.bigdaydiscounts.co.uk/register

We are hoping that this will also become a useful tool for Wedding and Event planners so they will be kept informed of the special offers available for their clients.

What are the future plans for the website?
This is going to be a big year for us with lots of change - we will be concentrating on Big Day

Discounts full time and we will be launching our regular email alert at the end of February which
will see all of the current 'Featured Offers' emailed to our subscribers - Registration is free and just
requires a name and email address - http://www.bigdaydiscounts.co.uk/register.

We are also going to be launching a new Big Day Discounts Blog in January and a free
downloadable monthly magazine/newsletter which is due to launch in May.

It's going to be a very busy year but one that we are very much looking forward to and are very
excited about!!

Spotlight on McCaffertys Cards

2010-12-31T08:35:00.000-08:00

McCafferty's Cards based in Blantyre, Lanarkshire.

We specialise in handmade personalised wedding stationery and favours for all occassions. We have over 15 different wedding stationery ranges with matching favours. Our favours come in three different ranges unique, candle and traditional we even have favours to match our wedding stationery ranges. We also provide unique favours for christening, communion, anniversary, sweet sixteen etc.

Musical Note Bottle Stopper £3.50

Rose mirror compact £2.25

Wedding Cake Candle £2.00

Wedding Gingerbread Bride & Groom £2.25

Website www.mccaffertyscards.co.uk

Email mccaffertyscards@hotmail.co.uk

Telephone 07832918015

Chic Pear Designs Save the Date Competition

2010-12-30T16:56:00.000-08:00

I am delighted to have been chatting with the wonderfully creative Chic Pear Designs.
What's more we have team up with them to offer you a fab competition.

Chic Pear Designs is an illustrative design company that specializes in fashion and lifestyle illustrations. We work with many different clients including small businesses and individuals such as brides-to-be. For our brides-to-be, we create bespoke couple illustrations that can be incorporated in save-the-date invitations, favor tags, cupcake toppers, menus and much more. .. all with your special day in mind!
Contact them today at info@chicpeardesigns.com if you are interested in a custom illustration and/or some paper-goods.

We are currently running contest for our brides/grooms to be. The contest will run from, Saturday January 1, 2011 to Friday, January 8, 2010.
One lucky winner will be randomly selected to win a digital save-the-date invitation such as the one featured here.

The save-the-date invitation will be provided in a pdf or jpg format that you may email to your guests. You will be able to choose whether you’d like a custom illustration of you and your spouse-to-be included in the save-the-date invitation or not. If so, you can choose from four different styles: Modern & Stylized, Sleek Chic, Painterly/Sketchy or Silhouette, see examples of those styles below.

In order to enter the contest, you will need to visit our blog at www.chicpeardesigns.com/Blog and enter a comment in our Contest post (include your email address) about what your favorite illustration is on our site either in our shop at www.chicpeardesigns.com/Shop or in our portfolio at http://www.chicpeardesigns.com/Albums/Portfolio (if you prefer, you may send us an email instead at info@chicpeardesigns.com)

The winner will be announced on the blog on Saturday, January 9 and will be notified via email so that we can schedule the project based on your wedding date and our availability. Good luck!! :)