Project Wedding Blog

I have to give a twist, shake and shout out about Project Wedding’s newest feature – the wedding song guide – which features hundreds of cool tunes to play during your big event, from the bridal entrance to the cake cutting spectacle! Artists on the playlists include everyone from Elvis and Frank Sinatra to The Foo Fighters, Willie Nelson and Mariah Carey. I could spend hours listening to all of the festive music … wait, I already have!!

Tags: Wedding songs.

I love this handmade felt Forest Garland from by London-based AAliciaAccessories. Each flower petal is hand-sewn and oh so cute!

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Shine just posted an article on what they call the “worst wedding traditions.”

Included in their countdown …

Matching Bridesmaids, Big Bridal Parties, Long Vows, Throwing Rice, Assigned Seating, Expensive Wedding Favors, Throwing the Bouquet, Removing the Garter and Leaving for the Honeymoon the Morning After. 

Would love to know your thoughts on this one - agree with any, a few or none of the above?

Tags: wedding traditions.

One of my husband’s good friends gave us a kite as a wedding present. Though we have yet to use it, (sorry, Spence!) I think it’s such a cool and unique idea for a present. We live near the beach and I can’t wait to test out my non-existent kite-flying skills on a windy day. Because I never heard about someone giving a kite as a wedding present, I had to ask about it. His response? “I dunno. I give everyone kites for their wedding.” Fair enough.

What’s the most unique wedding present you’ve given, received, or heard about?

Tags: wedding gifts.

MissNowMrs.com’s world is all about making brides’ lives easier! Their service aids busy brides and newlyweds in completing the name change process — saving them on average over 13 hours of paperwork, form assistance, waiting in lines and research!

Now through May 25, we are giving away 5 MissNowMrs. gift cards ( valued at $29.95) to some savvy PW brides. All you have to do is check out MissNowMrs.com — and tell us one thing you learned from the site you didn’t know before!

Winners will be chosen randomly on May 26. Good luck!

See official sweepstakes rules.

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We’re sad to announce that Cecily Ink is going out of business. All merchandise is now going for 50% off, so this is your chance to stock up on some really cool card stock. Simply use the code “closeout” upon checking out and you’ll save 50% on your entire order. No minimum purchase necessary.

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UPDATE: The Giveaway is now closed - check back for a winner announcement soon!

We are happy to be doing a giveaway with the fantastic floral experts of FTD for Mother’s Day! Enter now for your chance to win two beautiful bouquets — one for mom and one for your mother-in-law … or mother-in-law-to-be! 

All you need to do is comment on this post, revealing what the name of your favorite FTD arrangement is. The giveaway runs through May 8. A winner will be selected randomly on May 11. Another Bonus: FTD is also giving 20% off to all Project Wedding users! Hurray!

See official sweepstakes rules here.

Tags: giveaway.

Stylish PW girls take note! I just talked to Anya Sarre, the celeb stylist responsible for the daily looks of Mary Hart and Lara Spencer on Entertainment Tonight and The Insider — and she says yellow is the IT color for spring and bridesmaids! One of our faves? Genius designer David Meister! Is this yellow grommet tie front dress not that most adorable thing you have ever seen? 

According to Anya,  ”Yellow is a happy color that really pops in photos. Yellow looks great on blondes, brunettes and red heads. Everyone smiles when they see yellow at a wedding.” And while we are talking gorgeous dresses, take a peek at David Meister’s modern, white jersey siren gown with beads — can you say dream bride?

Tags: David Meister.

Turquoise and lemon yellow may seem like an unlikely combination, but when you see them together there’s no denying they just work. The combo is breezy and fun, and absolutely perfect for a beach wedding. Here are some ideas to spark your creativity:

Tags: blue, turquoise, yellow.

Amy Butler’s whimsical designs make us swoon. From vintage-inspired sewing patterns to funky fabrics and paper, her collection inspires us to get in touch with our crafty side. Now Amy is offering free online patterns that would come in handy for the DIY Bride.

This Sweet Desktop Note would make great seating place cards for your reception or bridal shower:

For your Bridesmaid Gifts: Amy’s Final Touch Gift Tags

For your bouquet or centerpieces, try these Paper Irises. They’re cute and recyclable!  

Amy Butler Designs

Tags: Do It Yourself, gifts.