Event Illuminations

 

If you’re hosting a special event, you want to make sure that the mood is set perfectly. Especially for an evening wedding. If you’re having an evening reception (whether a BBQ or an elegant event), be sure to look into your lighting options for both inside and outside occasions.

Bellacroft features several options that can be mix and matched to create the perfect mood for your special event. Browse:

• Candles
• Floating Candles
• Mini Lanterns
• Water Activated Diamond Lights
• Lighted Strings
• And more!

Bellacroft features accessories from top manufacturers such as: Weddingstar, Kate Aspen, Lillian Rose, Cassiani, Fashioncraft, Cathy’s Concepts, Rockwell Industry and more!

Weddingstar Mini Lanterns with Hanger

York & White Presents D'Lusso

When planning a special event, such as a wedding or a birthday party, it's all about presentation. You can easily put some cute sandwiches on paper plates and serve along side plastic cups, however, this doesn't really set the mood for a fine special event. York & White recommends the fine china offered by D'Lusso. With D'Lusso, you can find an assortment of designer

• Tea Cups
• Serving Platters
• Oil & Vinegar Bottles
• Ice Cream Serving Sets
• And more!

Each item is perfect for a special occasion OR as a gift!

D'Lusso Fine China

Martha Stewart's Summer Wedding Tips

Summer is one of the most popular bridal seasons. Still, brides are trying to find ways to mix it up a little bit. Here are a few great summer tips from Martha Sterwart's Wedding site:

Sunny Displays

Ripe apricots become place cards at a summertime wedding or shower. Write names on strips of thin art paper; use a pencil to curl ends in opposite directions. Hang paper from bamboo toothpicks (available from kitchen-supply stores) inserted through apricot tops.

Dinner at Dusk

Cast a warm glow from above. A midsummer night's meal at an outdoor reception is served on the lawn under tall maple trees strung with lanterns hanging on chains from strong branches. Small and large, these lamps hold ivory tapers, their bases disappearing in a thick layer of fresh, fragrant rose petals.

Summer Weddings: An Outdoor Occasion

In the summer months, a lovely wedding location can often be found outdoors. A dramatic backdrop--the ocean, towering trees, mountains, or even your own luscious garden--will help make the ceremony itself more memorable. Think of the wedding details, such as decorations, foods, favors, and apparel, as complementing the natural beauty of your surroundings.

Martha Stewart Weddings

Bellacroft's Eco-Friendly Wedding Accessories

Many brides and grooms are taking their wedding planning to the GREEN side - meaning eco-friendly. A GREAT way to start your marriage! Here are a few helpful planning tips:

First on the agenda is the decor, of course. Rest assured, if you are renting tables and chairs or simply linens, you’re already doing an environmentally friendly service! Any accessories that are rented will be reused, and re-using materials is one of the fundamental aspects of eco-friendly planning.

Recycle the flowers and decor from your ceremony, not only will you decrease your waste but you will save a ton of money at the same time. If you plan ahead of time to re-use your flowers, it will be much simpler to incorporate them into your reception decor, rather than trying to mesh them together last minute.

Bamboo has become an extremely popular addition to weddings. Because it grows up to a foot and half a day in the spring it is usually ready to harvest about four years after planting, much sooner than trees, making it a more ecologically friendly choice. It is stylish and modern, an ideal component of a centerpiece.

Eco Friendly Wedding Favors

Bellacroft Coupon Code for February 2011

With bridal season rapidly approaching, many brides and grooms are trying to find great savings on huge manufacturers such as Weddingstar. Now they have their chance! Bellacroft is proud to offer an exclusive coupon for the pre-bridal season: 10% off of your purchase of $100 or more! Bellacroft features:

• Cake Toppers
• Tiaras
• Stationery
• Wedding Favors
• Wedding Decor
• And more!

The coupon code allows you to save 10% off of any order of $100 or more PLUS FREE SHIPPING!

Perfect for your holiday bridal budget!

Weddingstar Coupon Code: BELLA2011

Weddingstar Love Bird Wine Label

Eco-Friendly Wedding Accessories

If you just decided to have an eco-friendly wedding ceremony and reception – good for you! Here are a few planning tips and ideas:

First on the agenda is the decor, of course. Rest assured, if you are renting tables and chairs or simply linens, you’re already doing an environmentally friendly service! Any accessories that are rented will be reused, and re-using materials is one of the fundamental aspects of eco-friendly planning.

Recycle the flowers and decor from your ceremony, not only will you decrease your waste but you will save a ton of money at the same time. If you plan ahead of time to re-use your flowers, it will be much simpler to incorporate them into your reception decor, rather than trying to mesh them together last minute.

Bamboo has become an extremely popular addition to weddings. Because it grows up to a foot and half a day in the spring it is usually ready to harvest about four years after planting, much sooner than trees, making it a more ecologically friendly choice. It is stylish and modern, an ideal component of a centerpiece.

Eco Friendly Wedding Favors

Tips for Selecting Wedding Favors by Bellacroft

Wedding favors are actually a huge part of the wedding celebration. Any bridal photos of your wedding tablescapes will show wedding favors. Many brides even want to include a picture of the gifts in your wedding photo album to remember the day’s decorations.

When selecting your wedding favors, it’s good to consider the following:

Wedding Theme

Many brides are dead set on their wedding accessories and favors following their designated wedding theme. This means the favors, the décor and the bridal fashion. It’s great to sit down and figure out your wedding theme before you do anything.

If you and your soon to be spouse enjoy music, create a CD filled with your favorite songs. Many brides and grooms select love songs, but the sky is the limit when it comes to music. Save a copy of your CD in your wedding album - it's another lovely reminder of the day.

Edible Favors

What is something that almost EVERYBODY loves? Candy! Sweet treats are great for wedding favors and can definitely work their way into any theme or color scheme. Fill a small jar with candies in your theme color - M&M's and jelly beans are perfect. These days, those candies can even be personalized, although most brides and grooms personalize the jar or favor container.

Other edible ideas? Select your favorite coffee, teas, small chocolate truffles or even spices and attach a small card to each package, thanking each guest.

Favors to Last

If you’re having a ton of very close family members attend your wedding, chances are they will want a great keepsake just as you will. Therefore, pick timeless favors that double as nice gifts.

Small personalized photo frames personalized with the date are a wonderful keepsake. A miniature pot potted plant and flower or plant seeds will provide a favor that is both symbolic and beautiful. Many companies actually sell beautiful packets of flower seeds – something that’s interactive and fun! Great for children.

More traditional keepsake favors include personalized candles inside engraved holders, etc.

Wedding Favors