When it comes to creating a wedding that is one people will remember the key lies in those small personal touches.  They don’t have to be costly; being creative can be a cheap, fun and effective way of spicing up your wedding.

Firstly you need to generate your idea.  If you have a passion and a strong sense of what you like, then this won’t be difficult.  However, if you don’t, then spend some time thinking about what you love and have a passion for.  It could be a colour or a film; it could be a country or piece of music. 

For example; if you enjoy classical music, could you call upon any musical friends you have that play an instrument to play at your reception.  How about if you love Audrey Hepburn?  How about getting your friends to dress up in the 50s style and serving canapés?  If you love the jazz age, why not get some musicians in and get people to dress in the flapper style?

Also think about blending your heritage together; a friend of mine is Chinese and married a Dutch man; the bride’s aunt made egg tarts and the groom’s family made speculaas (almond cookies) to give as favours.  Think about making your own cupcakes as favours too; they are simple and cost effective to make (flour, egg, milk) and adding some simple icing and sprinkles will produce some expensive looking cakes.  You can ice all kinds writing on them too; your names or even words that you feel describe your relationship.

You can also name the cocktails!  You can hire a bartender or ask the venue to help you mix up some new concoctions and give them names!  You can add small touches to the glasses like small flowers, paper butterflies etc. to add a touch of glamour.

As well as looking at bridal websites, go to haberdashery and craft stores for ideas since they have lots of decorations.  Paperchase has a specific wedding stationary section full of unusual goodies.  B&Q is another good place for colour ideas; on the paint section!  The small strips of paint samples on card are a great way of deciding on the colour scheme for your wedding reception – also look at www.pantone.com which is full of colour combinations. 

No matter what you decide to go for make it personal, make it creative and everyone will enjoy the day as much as you do.

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