Primadonna Bride » Details http://www.primadonnabride.co.za South African Wedding Blog Thu, 28 May 2015 14:06:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Long length wedding sparklers (70cm)http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2013/08/long-length-wedding-sparklers.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2013/08/long-length-wedding-sparklers.html#comments Thu, 01 Aug 2013 08:30:21 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=4680 Long length wedding sparklers @R30 per pack from Quirky Parties
 
Whether it’s for your first entrance as husband and wife or your exit on the way to your honeymoon, long length wedding sparklers will put the spotlight on you and make your big entrance or departure stylish and fun. Use sparklers for your first dance or even in your centrepiece for something different. Imagine the photo opportunities? Your wedding photos full of sparkle will be among your favorites. Have some long length wedding sparklers available at the reception for your arrival. Everyone loves sparkle and your guests will love it. Alternatively place your sparklers in the shape of a heart and have a photo taken of the two of you inside the heart –  Stunning? Whatever you choose be sure to light up the night and have fun.

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70cm long length wedding sparklers are available at Quirky Parties Also see their Facebook page here. These sparklers burn for 3 minutes and are so much fun. Sparklers are shipped nationwide.

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Wedding ideas: Cocktail hour activitieshttp://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2013/05/wedding-ideas-cocktail-hour-activities.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2013/05/wedding-ideas-cocktail-hour-activities.html#comments Tue, 28 May 2013 21:20:16 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=3926 Wedding ideas: Cocktail hour activities

It’s no fun being at a wedding and the only thing to do is sip on juices while desperately trying to corner a waiter to grab a canape. It’s a hot day; you  don’t know anyone and you end up standing on your own or with your partner if you have been lucky enough to get an invitation for two. The bride and groom have gone off for their couple shoot and it seems as if a lifetime has passed until they return. Well things have changed and brides are now thinking of different ways to keep their guests entertained during this time. It’s a long day, so think about setting up some entertainment that doesn’t have to be a bank breaker.

A cigar bar is something most men would like. They don’t even have to participate but they will enjoy the camaraderie and the fun of all the guys getting together. Set up a little corner and supply a few boxes of cigars and a bowl of matches. You could even decorate the matchboxes with a vintage theme. Hang a blackboard sign to demarcate the area. Once the bridal party have returned the cigar bar can be taken down.

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A pinata or two is an absolute blast. There’s nothing quite like giving a pinata a good whack if only to see what kind of surprises are going to fall out of them. Don’t forget the person doing the whacking has to be blindfolded otherwise where’s the fun? You can make your own pinata or if you don’t have the patience you can have them ready made especially for weddings. You might even want to set up two or three of them.

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Hire an ice cream cart if your wedding is in the summertime. Decorate with bunting and ribbon and have it parked in a strategic position where everyone can help themselves. With a selection of ice creams and wafers in assorted flavours you can’t go wrong. An ice cream cart will be a hit for the young and the old. Imagine the photo possibilities.

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Lawn games such as croquet and boule have became a huge trend in wedding entertainment. These are fun, laid back games to play even if you ‘re all dressed in your wedding finery. It’s a game for the young and old and even enjoyable as a spectator. If you are looking to hire lawn games for your wedding including croquet, jenga and boule check out Quirky Parties

 

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Alternative and non traditional wedding bouquetshttp://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2013/03/alternative-bouquets.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2013/03/alternative-bouquets.html#comments Sat, 23 Mar 2013 09:55:47 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=4707 Many brides have their reasons to use an alternative to fresh flowers. Below are a few ideas to get you going. Most of these ideas can be done way ahead of the day saving you lots of stress. So get DIYing and if you are doing anything different be sure to let us know.
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Wrist corsages are similar to a bracelet which is decorated with flowers. It could be fresh or fabric flowers. With the wide choice of flowers, beads and accessories available this is great as a DIY project and if you choose fabric flowers, wrist corsages can be made well in advance and set aside for the big day. Source from left to right 1, 2, 3, 4

Candy bouquets Little girls in the wedding party are sure to love these edible cookie bouquets from More than just cakes. Not only do they look pretty they are different to the normal bouquets and could also be part of the flowergirls gifts.

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Then we have the brooch bouquet. These bouquets are made of vintage, sparkly brooches, the kind the older generation used to wear. If you were able to collect a variety of different brooches you would be sure to have a one of a kind bouquet. This is another wedding keepsake that goes on forever. Source: TopLeft, right

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Paper flowers are always in season. You can pick your colours to get exactly the shade you need. They won’t fade or die and you have paper flowers to decorate gifts long after the wedding day. Source: Left and Right

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Feather bouquets are stylish and glamorous right now. More brides are wearing feathers in their hair so why not carry through with a feather bouquet? Source: Left, Right.

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These bridesmaids are carrying lanterns. Ever so pretty! These could also be their bridesmaids gift from you to always remember your wedding day. Source: Style me pretty

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A Vintage Wedding Invitationhttp://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2013/02/a-vintage-wedding-invitation.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2013/02/a-vintage-wedding-invitation.html#comments Sat, 16 Feb 2013 09:00:00 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=6455 Chris and Amba invite their wedding guests in Vintage Style!
Sweet and very much in love, couple Chris and Amba, are engaged and soon to be married! And in celebration of their engagement, with the loving touch of the NewsFavor.com team, they created a one-of-a-kind vintage wedding newspaper invitation overflowing with charm and laughs, which is sure to both entertain and inform their invited wedding guests of their impending nuptials.
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Working closely with the couple and their loved ones, the NewsFavor team carefully ensure that their stories were brought to life in print. Unique to each couple, The Love Journal, an A3 in size, 6-paged generous newsprint is printed back-to-back with tales of the lovely couple, detailing their romantic engagement, shared marital advice from loved ones and about their big day to come!
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Preserving their romantic proposal, funny titbits that are true to the couple in love and their life as parents of their baby girl, Victoria, their vintage wedding newspaper is truly a memorable keepsake that the couple and their loved ones will treasure for many years to come.

On the cover page, a beautiful picture of happy couple Chris and Amba grabs your attention and reading further, the entertaining tale of how they first met is shared. Both of the belief that they are soulmates, a connection was sparked the evening that they first met at their local bar. Having clicked from the moment that they met, the couple became inseparable and have grown to share similar interests and many memorable times together thus far.
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On the inside, the moment of magic – their proposal is shared and stories about the couple are elaborately told by their family and friends. As parents of one, and soon to be expecting another on the way, they are the perfect match both as parents and as husband and wife!

Further inside, we take a trip down memory lane, as friends dish the dirt of Chris and Amba’s individual pasts. Both grateful to have each other in their lives, the pearls of wisdom for a happy marriage shared by their loved ones are sure to be held dear to them on their journey together.
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With the carnival-inspired vintage wedding invitation on the back page, their impending nuptials are announced with a dash of whimsy! Dramatic borders and Cupid flourishes adorn their love-filled invitation, where the details of their wedding are shared, including the very exciting surprise location to be revealed to their guests on the day of their wedding!
Below the invitation, invited wedding guests could read all about the upcoming wedding, suggested accommodation and other details about the wedding event.
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With the perfect little family, we are thrilled for the lovely couple, Chris and Amba, and wish them a journey together filled with much love and happiness!

Add a touch of vintage whimsy to your impending wedding celebrations with a delightful carnival-inspired vintage newspaper wedding invitation, poster-style! Get in touch with NewsFavor.com by emailing info@newsfavor.com today to find out how you can have your very own custom-made vintage wedding newspaper keepsake.

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Creative ways to display seating cardshttp://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2012/05/creative-ways-to-display-seating-cards.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2012/05/creative-ways-to-display-seating-cards.html#comments Thu, 17 May 2012 08:08:03 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=6211 Seating or escort cords are used to show the guests where they are seated. Most brides say it’s the most stressful part of the wedding planning. Why not make it fun by choosing a different and unique way to display your names? Here are a few ideas to get you started.

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Check out our Pinterest board for the credits and more seating ideas for your wedding.

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Custom made wooden cake toppershttp://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2012/03/custom-made-wooden-cake-toppers.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2012/03/custom-made-wooden-cake-toppers.html#comments Sun, 11 Mar 2012 20:35:31 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=5938 What a fun idea for a couple looking for a cake topper that’s unique and a bit quirky. These handcrafted wooden cake toppers are made to resemble the bride and groom and is something you can keep forever.

Handmade cake toppersCheck out their website Wedding Toppers for more details and contact Alison to place your order.

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Love at First Sighthttp://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2012/02/love-at-first-sight.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2012/02/love-at-first-sight.html#comments Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:12:48 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=5883
Weddings are magical – and they should be, because they celebrate all of the most important things in life – love, family and friendship.
As a bride your wedding day is the most special day of your life and LOVE at FIRST SIGHT believes that the wedding cake needs to be just as extraordinary.

Wedding cakes by Love at First Sight
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Jeandre’ van der Bergh, the heart and soul of Love at First Sight, believes that her background in interior design gives her an edge into the creative design process that goes into every one of her unique creations.
She is passionate about refined detail, quality and creativity
Every convection is customised to the client’s occasion and the style of the event
She incorporates elements of the event into the wedding cake – design elements in the stationery, lace detail on the wedding dress, theme, colours, wedding flowers etc.
LOVE at FIRST SIGHT offers each of their brides a presentation package that includes an A5 mood board and at least 3 sketches of wedding cake options that she can choose from.
Cake flavours are customised to the unique tastes of both the bride and groom – and suggestions are made that complement their personalities and theme
Delivery and set up for the event is personally overseen by Jeandre’

If you would like LOVE at FIRST SIGHT to be a part of your magical event, visit
their website: www.loveatfirstsight.co.za  or become a fan of their Facebook Page

Alternatively, contact Jeandre’ directly on: 076 172 0367 for further enquiries or to set up an appointment for a consultation.

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Flowers in bottles.http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2011/12/flowers-in-bottles.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2011/12/flowers-in-bottles.html#comments Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:52:10 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=5488 Looking for a budget friendly centrepiece? Well, here we have the plain old colddrink or wine bottle. In fact any kind of bottle will do. If you can find vintage bottles, even better. Literally just throw in a flower or two into each bottle and remember you only need one or two really pretty flowers in each bottle to make a great looking centrepiece. This is very effective if grouped together.

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Floral Bridesmaids Dresseshttp://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2011/10/floral-bridesmaids-dresses.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2011/10/floral-bridesmaids-dresses.html#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:33:24 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=5058 Floral bridesmaids dresses are making a huge statement. You no longer have to have everything matching for your wedding, nor is it only grannies who wear floral dresses. Take a look at these bridesmaids and let me know what you think.
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Wedding Birdcage Ideashttp://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2011/10/wedding-birdcage-ideas.html http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/2011/10/wedding-birdcage-ideas.html#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:11:09 +0000 http://www.primadonnabride.co.za/?p=4960 Birdcages at weddings are by no means new and depending on which way you choose to decorate them can add visual appeal to any style or theme. The charm lies in using mismatched birdcages in varying sizes and colours. Below are a few ideas using florals to create a beautiful setting.

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