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	<title>Wedding Planning Blog &#187; Kathy Austin</title>
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		<title>Choosing a Wedding Chapel</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Feb 2011 11:35:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you are choosing a wedding chapel, you will firstly need to determine your budget. Most chapels provide wedding packages in a range of prices to suit all budgets, so you should be able to find somewhere you can afford if you look around. Visit the chapels on your shortlist in person, and arrange some [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you are choosing a wedding chapel, you will firstly need to determine your budget. Most chapels provide wedding packages in a range of prices to suit all budgets, so you should be able to find somewhere you can afford if you look around.</p>
<p>Visit the chapels on your shortlist in person, and arrange some time with the chapel coordinator to have a thorough look around at all the facilities. Check that it has suitable seating and parking for all your guests, and confirm details about the duration and cost of a typical ceremony. You should also check up on the chapel&#8217;s music facilities, dressing rooms and whether it has suitable access and seating for elderly guests, or those with mobility impairments. It might also be a good idea to look at the chapel from a photographer&#8217;s point of view, and check if there are any attractive gardens or features that you can utilise for your wedding photos. If you are planning on making a wedding video as a memento to the day, make sure you check with the chapel coordinator that this will be allowed.</p>
<p>Once you have selected a chapel, book the date of your wedding and check at this point whether there are any particular legal requirements that will need to be settled before the wedding. Most chapels will require you to provide your birth certificate, and also if you are divorced a copy of your final divorce papers. Some chapels may also ask you for a copy of the relevant death certificate if you are widowed, but this is unusual. If you have changed your name legally, you may be asked to show this documentation alongside your birth certificate. It is also common to be asked details about your parentage, so make sure if you are booking the wedding on behalf of your partner, you have the full details of both sets of parents in hand, such as full names (including any middle names) and also their full home contact details.</p>
<p>There are many different types of chapels to choose from, and as this is a special day it is important to pick a place you feel comfortable with, or have a personal relationship too. It may be the chapel you were baptized, or a place you visit regularly for worship. If you are not already familiar with the routines of the chapel, it is important to check whether there are any other religious observations during the time you have booked the chapel for, as this may affect the basic decorations. This may benefit you if you are on a tight budget, as you will save money on decorating the venue yourself, or on the other hand you may not feel the colour scheme is appropriate for your wedding, and would prefer to change the date instead.</p>
<p>If you are looking for a place to get married in Los Angeles, <a href="http://www.samedaymarriage.com">Access Legal Services</a> is literally your one stop shop to get married fast. They offer legal services that will get you a marriage license in Los Angeles without the need to go through a lot of planning and spending a lot money! They also have a wedding chapel where you may get married with an official ceremony with all amenities provided for you. Take a look at their <a href="http://www.samedaymarriage.com">wedding chapel in Los Angeles</a> where they perform a civil ceremony that satisfies LA County Registrars requirements to make your marriage legal. Whether you are looking forward to getting married fast or wedding chapels in Los Angeles they have what you are looking for without breaking the bank! Call now to inquire. They are located right in the heart of LA.</p>
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		<title>Benefits to Destin Beach Weddings</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 04:04:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Beach Wedding]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are the most important benefits to help you decide if Destin beach weddings are a good idea for you or not. Destin beach weddings has become one of the most popular locations for brides and grooms for their destination beach wedding. Destin weddings are romantic and beautiful for the brides and grooms. There are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here are the most important benefits to help you decide if <a href="http://www.destinbeachwedding.net">Destin beach weddings</a> are a good idea for you or not. Destin beach weddings has become one of the most popular locations for brides and grooms for their destination beach wedding. Destin weddings are romantic and beautiful for the brides and grooms. There are many accommodations available for the couples and their wedding parties. It is easy to make a Honeymoon at Destin when you have a Destin wedding.</p>
<p>Location &#8211; This area is very well known for being that perfect backdrop for any wedding. Destin weddings offer a unique wedding experience that you won&#8217;t find anywhere else. Plus, the beaches are wide, clean and offer an amazing view next to the very clear water. Choosing the perfect location is vital to making your wedding day special and the weddings held in this area are always special.</p>
<p>Price &#8211; This is a beach wedding that anyone can easily afford. There are many wedding packages available for this area. You just have to take time to look at your options before deciding on whether this is affordable for you.</p>
<p>Before the search begins, know the budget for the wedding because this will ensure that time is not wasted looking at locations in Destin that are not affordable. This really shouldn&#8217;t be a problem though because the weddings in this area are usually affordable for anyone.</p>
<p>Reception &#8211; Did you know that Destin weddings provide a great way to save money by having your wedding reception on the beach right after the wedding? What could be more beautiful for a reception then a beautiful sandy beach, the view and the amazingly clear water? Your reception is just as important as the wedding and doing it on the beach will make it that much more special and affordable.</p>
<p>Honeymoon &#8211; Destin, Florida is a very popular vacation spot for many people because there are so many different things to do. After your wedding, you can easily take your honeymoon in Destin, or you can just start the honeymoon there and then move on later. This is definitely a romantic area to spend the first few days of your married life.</p>
<p>These are the most important benefits to know before deciding if Destin Beach Florida weddings is right for your special day. Don&#8217;t make the decision lightly; instead, take time to do your own research on this area and the beach weddings that you can have in this beautiful area. If you are looking for a special place that will make your wedding memorable, then you definitely can&#8217;t go wrong with this location. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.destinbeachwedding.net">Destin beach wedding company</a> with packages that has a Destin wedding minister and photography for weddings on the beach in Destin, Florida. They also offer professional Destin Photography with all their unique wedding packages. Beautiful memories captured to last a lifetime is what they are known for. They hire only the best in the area to capture your special day.</p>
<p>Destin has several thousand Accommodations for the brides and grooms to stay at &#8211; make sure you ask if they are wedding friendly Destin Rentals and free to use their beach for the marriage ceremony or vow renewals. They are mobile and can setup right in front of where you are staying on the beach. If there is a charge, they can setup your wedding at one of the Parks for free. A few of the State parks has a small fee that covers their parking charges for all your guest.</p>
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		<title>Picking The Right Wedding Invitations</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:50:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Invitations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Wedding Flowers]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[When planning a wedding there is a bundle of things to get done before you actually stand in front of the minister. Wedding rings, wedding favors, wedding accessories and where to travel to on your honeymoon. But the most importantly to start out with is to choose your wedding invitations. There are more wedding invitations [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When planning a wedding there is a bundle of things to get done before you actually stand in front of the minister. Wedding rings, wedding favors, wedding accessories and where to travel to on your honeymoon. But the most importantly to start out with is to choose your wedding invitations. There are more wedding invitations out there to choose from than one can comprehend, and many places to look. </p>
<p>Do a search for wedding invitations in online wedding magazines or at your local bookstore or library and you will definitely find information about wedding planning in abundance. There are sites with all kinds of wedding information in many variations and styles. You can order wedding invitations online, 24 hours a day. And if you need help with the wedding invitation wording or etiquette you can find that too. The process of planning your wedding is easy when you got this type of service. </p>
<p>Picking you invitations are almost as important as picking your wedding dress. The first impression your guest gets from your wedding ceremony and party, are your invitation. It gives that valuable impression, which tells the invited guest what to expect on your wedding day. It’s not the wedding flowers or the wedding cake toppers. All this is making an impression much later. </p>
<p>One brand of wedding invitations is bridal. It can be found in stores and wedding stationery shops. A bridal invitation comes in a broad selection of styles and colors. Take your time to look through what ever you come across in your search for wedding invitations. It is time-consuming but you get solid experience that makes you choose the right wedding invitation for you and your wedding.  With a bridal notebook you can keep track of your preferred wedding invitations. Start your wedding planning several months before the wedding and especially search for those wedding invitations. </p>
<p>Being in good time also helps if a mistake happens with your invitations. You need enough time to order a reprint. You do not want to send out wedding invitations with incorrect information on them. If you order your wedding invitations from a wedding stationary shop, it can cost more money than one would expect. But the quality reflects the price. </p>
<p>If you have a budget where you need to save money where it is possible; you can make and print your own wedding invitations. There are a lot of different cards, envelopes, stamps and stuff available if you want to make your own invitations. This is a great idea if you are creative and want a unique and special wedding invitation. You can also find wedding invitations that you can print on your own computer.</p>
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		<title>Exclusive Groomsmen Gift</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 04:35:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gifts]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[One thing for certain is that you definitely want your groomsmen gifts to be thoughtful, useful, and memorable. You want to make sure it is something they can use in their life and treasure always, as a reminder of their role in your special day. One great way to make it personal is to personalize [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One thing for certain is that you definitely want your groomsmen gifts to be thoughtful, useful, and memorable. You want to make sure it is something they can use in their life and treasure always, as a reminder of their role in your special day. One great way to make it personal is to personalize the gift with their name or other such wording. For example, you could have a pocket watch that is engraved with their initials or full name. You could go a step further and engrave the item with a special message or the date of your marriage.</p>
<p>If you are looking to personalize your groomsmen gifts with engraving, you will be happy to know that there are many things that can be engraved such as golf clubs, watches, money clips, cufflinks, poker chips, knives, or even glasses. Again, groomsmen gifts are meant to signify what these men mean to you, what their part in your wedding means to you, and to thank them for a lifetime of memories and friendship.</p>
<p>You can find more ideals at <a href="http://www.gunthergifts.com/">Gunther Gifts</a> that will help you with relieving stress from your wedding day. Gunther Gifts Inc. is located in the sunny Southern California city of Carlsbad. The company engraves, packages and ships all your special gifts nationwide from the factory warehouse. Visit GuntherGifts.com you will find out why Fortune 500 companies recommend Gunther Gifts to their customers. With over 29 years engraving and manufacturing experience, you can always trust the quality and attention to detail in every product Gunther Gifts customizes.</p>
<p>In order to offer you the most unique and interesting products, Gunther Gifts constantly strives to innovate engraving techniques and custom templates with styles available exclusively. The wedding flask crests were designed by the master engraver and are chosen by brides and grooms all across the country. Gunther Gifts were the first in the nation to offer engraving on Swiss Army knives on the internet back in 1999. Gunther Gifts uses state-of-the-art engraving machines, techniques and designs to bring you the very best choices in personalized gifts.</p>
<p>Gunther Gifts prides on serving you in all your gift-giving and engraving needs. Personalized gifts hold a special meaning to the recipient. It demonstrates that you went the extra mile to select a unique gift that shows you care. Special occasions and milestones memorialized in a personalized gift are cherished and last a lifetime.</p>
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		<title>Wedding Accessory Guide: Accessories Are An Important Part Of Your Wedding</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 09:35:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Wedding Accessory]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everyone wants to look individual on their big day. But although there is a wealth of accessories to choose from, the only real way to look individual is to create your own. As individual, one-of-a-kind fashion items are becoming sought after and higher priced, more and more people nowadays are starting to develop to make [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Everyone wants to look individual on their big day. But although there is a wealth of accessories to choose from, the only real way to look individual is to create your own. As individual, one-of-a-kind fashion items are becoming sought after and higher priced, more and more people nowadays are starting to develop to make their own style. Creating your own wedding accessory gives your wedding that much more personal feel to it and makes you feel good when you walk down the aisle with your own unique accessory and everyone gapes at how wonderful it is and asks where you bought it! Creating your own wedding accessories is also a lot cheaper than buying them!</p>
<p>Jewelery is a favourite area for brides when it comes to putting together an outfit. With such a vast range of beautiful beads and wire available, it is so simple to make a pretty pair of earrings or some other trinket. For an elegant look, top-to-toe, you need to make sure that your hair looks as glamorous as the rest of you. A tiara will be that finishing touch! Every girl knows that the key accessory to finish off a look is your handbag. There is such a huge variety of bags available to buy that you can pick one up quite cheaply. So you can be sure that you can make your self appear that much trendier with just a few accessories! So you don’t need to go out spending a fortune on beaded white shoes, just buy a plain pair and bead them yourself. You don’t need to spend fortunes on a handbag, just buy a plain and decorate it yourself, see where I’m going with this? It’s as simple as this, accessories can be made cheaply and beautifully by you and when you make them they are unique and personal why miss out of that?!</p>
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