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Tips from a Wedding Photographer

Posted March 13th, 2010 | 11:00 am | By Stephanie Gray | 2 Comments

Photography courtesy Shandro Photo.

Photography is one of the most important (and can be the most expensive) aspect of your wedding planning. The reality is, long after the big day is over many of your memories will come from the photos, which you’ll also want to print, display and share with your friends and family!

Photographer Haley Shandro of Shandro Photo in Edmonton, Alberta recently wrote a blog post for the Professional Photographers of Canada giving tips on why and how you should budget for a wedding photographer. Read the rest of this entry »

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Sparkle & Splendor

Posted March 12th, 2010 | 8:00 am | By Amber Richman | No Comments

Do you love the cover bouquet of Weddingbells‘ Spring & Summer 2010 issue? If candles and ruffly flowers is your wedding mandate, then here is the perfect table setting for you. Read the rest of this entry »

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Video of the Week: DIY Pinwheels

Posted March 9th, 2010 | 6:00 pm | By Stephanie Gray | No Comments

Doing some DIY for your wedding? We’ve got another fun decorative idea for you. Roseanne creates cute and quirky pin wheels. Read the rest of this entry »

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DIY: Sweet Series Part 5 of 5

Posted March 5th, 2010 | 1:22 pm | By Roseanne Dela Rosa | 5 Comments

These adorable cake pops are the perfect size for, well, popping in your mouth! You can easily whip up these simple treats using virtually any cake recipe and your favourite frosting. Find out how Roxy makes them after the jump. Read the rest of this entry »

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DIY: Sweet Series Part 4 of 5

Posted March 4th, 2010 | 8:30 am | By Roseanne Dela Rosa | 1 Comment

For those of you who don’t know the proper term, these bite-size cakes are actually called Petits Fours–in French it’s translated into small or little oven. Like any dessert, these goods are meant to be eaten at the end of the meal with coffee or tea. Aren’t they cute? Follow Roxy’s easy instructions below.

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DIY: Sweet Series Part 3 of 5

Posted March 3rd, 2010 | 9:40 am | By Roseanne Dela Rosa | 1 Comment

For today’s DIY treat, Roxy decided to take cookies to the next level with these deliciously-looking cookie cakes! Isn’t it a brilliant idea?! Of all the DIY’s we’ve showcased this week, I think this one is by far the easiest. Get the how-to below:

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DIY: Sweet Series Part 2 of 5

Posted March 2nd, 2010 | 8:30 am | By Roseanne Dela Rosa | 2 Comments

Yesterday we showcased delicious DIY mini fudge cakes. Today, Roxy and I agreed that a party wouldn’t be complete without Chocolate Dipped Strawberries–white chocolate that is. See Roxy’s instructions below!

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DIY: Sweet Series Part 1 of 5

Posted March 1st, 2010 | 12:22 pm | By Roseanne Dela Rosa | 4 Comments

Earlier this morning I wrote that we had a secret guest blogger who would be showcasing some fun and easy DIY sweet options. Right now, I’m happy to reveal that our secret guest blogger for the week is (drum roll please!) Roxanne Wickwire from Roxycakes. A few weeks ago, we both obsessed over how much we loved Bakerella and her DIY ideas. As we discussed our love for sweet treats, Roxy and I came to the conclusion that we should definitely cook up some bridal-worthy creations for you ladies. Easy, pretty and delicious was our mission. So, for the next few days watch as we reveal a yummy goody worthy to be served at your bridal shower or used as favours for your own celebration. Enjoy!

Today’s sweet treat is…. Mini Fudge Cakes! Get Roxy’s recipe and her how-to below:

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