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How perfect is this DIY idea for a Saturday morning surprise? How about orange… never ceases to amaze with their creative finds, and this DIY coffee stencil is no exception. Find out how to make this fun little gesture here! Happy weekend!

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I love the idea of a traveler’s table setting, and I think I love this color combination even more! This sky blue and tangerine orange is to die for! You can see the full DIY project right here.

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This just in: We just posted this DIY project, Nautical Centerpieces, in our Guide section. Besides the eye-catching color combination, I think the idea of colored flags instead of table numbers is fabulous!

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Sweet little blue accents and lush, blue hued fabrics have made their way into the 2010 bridal collections.  We love this concept for destination weddings, outdoor weddings, or lavish affairs with a blue motif.

Gown by Reem Acra

Gown by Platinum Collection

Gown by Claudine for Alyce Designs

Tags: blue wedding dresses, Claudine for Alyce Designs, Platinum for Priscilla of Boston, Reem Acra.

I came in today and in my mailbox were some of the most amazing cake photos I have ever seen from EatCakeBeMerry. I am in love with their designs and creativity. Here is some sweet inspiration:

Not only are their cakes gorgeous, they are all baked from scratch with the finest and freshest ingredients available. Their goal is to combine modern, simple, clean designs with delicious cakes. EatCakeBeMerry is serving the New York City metro area … and I wish they would come to LA!

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Is your guy a sports fanatic? These sports cakes, done to perfection by EatCakeBeMerry, are incredible! They are perfect as groom’s cakes and  great conversation pieces. You can try making one yourself with their tutorial here!

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One Lovely Day is thrilled to welcome expert event designer, Joyce Scardina Becker of San Francisco-based Events of Distinction and the California State East Bay Wedding Planner Certificate Program, with some great advice about making your guests feel truly welcomed and escort card etiquette.

Your guests should feel welcome at your wedding reception, and they should be able to find their way around with ease.  Utilizing escort cards is a great way to help guests navigate through the reception, and they also provide a wonderful opportunity to showcase the theme of your wedding.

Photo by Kevin Chin Photography

Escort cards are typically displayed at the cocktail reception (often alongside the guest book) and inform your guests where they will be sitting during the meal.  These differ from place cards in that escort cards direct your guests to the table where they will be sitting, while place cards designate the exact place setting where the guest is to be seated during the meal.  Usually, escort cards are arranged on a beautifully decorated table in alphabetical order to allow guests to quickly locate their names.

Photo by Carol Irvine Photography

Whatever style escort card you choose, always try to incorporate the elements of your wedding motif and a personal touch to make your guests feel appreciated and welcome.

Photo by Sherman Chu

A celebrated events expert with over 25 years of event management experience, Joyce Scardina Becker is the President of Events of Distinction in San Francisco, where she has excelled as a premier wedding planner and designer since 1995.  She is the author of Countdown to Your Perfect Wedding, an indispensable “how-to” book for brides and grooms everywhere, published by St. Martin’s Press. The Founding Director of the Wedding Planner Certificate Program at California State University East Bay, Joyce has been honored with three Gala Awards from the Special Events Magazine and Five Esprit Awards and a WESTIE Award from the International Special Events Society. For more information visit her website at www.eventsofdistinction.com.

Tags: Escort Cards.

Find of the day:

Red Bracelet, who are making these “Luckxury“ vanilla bracelets for brides, featuring your “something blue” turquoise (which stands for good luck, health and success). What a thoughtful and stylish present for the bride-to-be! Bravo!

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I just posted this DIY Wedding Headband article in the guide and had to share it with you all – I think it is just beautiful and romantic! Happy weekend everyone!

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Instead of going with one traditional gift for your sassy bridesmaids, why not put a whole goodie bag together of goodness and trinkets, like these fun Marc by Marc Jacobs items! Then add something like a personalized fragrance and you are done!

Colored bracelet bangles: $6

Stone rings: $12

Heart pins: $11

Mirror heart small pouch: $16

Flip Flops: $11

Happy bridesmaids: Priceless!

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