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Place Card Frames – Elegant and Practical Gifts for Guests

by Wedding Favors Today on February 14, 2010

Your wedding day is by far the most significant moment in your life and as such, it deserves utmost attention and preparation from you especially if you are planning a big celebration. Apart from good food and great entertainment, you are also expected to prepare a little parting gift to your guests, an item which would truly say thank you for sharing that very special day.

One of the most popular wedding favors is place card frames which are really practical and classy at the same time. These items can be used for display on the office desk or in the den or living room.

There is so much that you can do with place card frames and the best part is that you can also personalize it more according to your taste.

Place Card Themes

Just because these items are small and unassuming does not necessarily mean that you cannot merchandise them to look more like real gifts for people whom you treasure. There are several themes and designs that you can choose from depending on what appeal you like to achieve.

There are formal looking place card frames that are made of silver-looking metal frame which can be used for displaying photos. There are also those that look more casual which can be used for displaying important numbers.

Whichever way you choose to go with these wedding favors, it is very important to tailor fit your gift to the guests whom you have invited. If you are having only friends and family coming, you can probably get away with the casual looking frames. However, if you have guests with whom you do business with or share any sort of professional affiliation, you might want to consider going for the high end pieces.

More Themes

You certainly would not like anything that would be remotely considered stale at your wedding so each and every detail should be looked into. There are more themes for place card frames that you can look into depending on the general theme of your wedding.

Seashell adorned white place card frame (best for beach inspired nuptials)
Simple off white square frame with fleur de leis on the edges (great for spring or garden weddings)
Pearl Lined Frames
White Frame Adorned with green leaves on each corner (best for autumn weddings)
Miniature Beach Chair Frames
Work of Art finished frames (has the antique and arty effect much like paintings of the great portraitists)
Book shaped frames

How many should you order?

It all depends on the number of guests who will attend. However, it would be best to have extras in case they have a plus one with them. If you have indicated in the invite that your guest can bring another person to the event, then it would be polite to include that somebody in the list. If you have 100 guests coming, spring for at least 200 of these frames. It would not be expected for the plus ones to be given parting gifts as well but it would certainly be appreciated.

Guide To Choosing Your Wedding Favors

by Wedding Favors Today on February 11, 2010

Preparing for a wedding is not exactly a walk in the park. There are so many things to decide on, details to hammer, and choices to make. One of the most difficult tasks for soon to be married couples is choosing their wedding favors. Certainly, you would want to give your guests something that they would remember your wedding by but there are other considerations that you must also take into account.

Top Three Key Points to Remember

Practicality - Just as you would want to receive a gift from your guests which you can use for a long time; it is also polite you choose wedding favors that they can actually put to some good use. It is very important that you do not only choose cute or classy gifts but also practical wedding favors that are useful.
Style – The gifts you will give to the guests should say something about you. It is essential that you incorporate your own personality in the wedding favors you will get because, after all, it is your wedding day and they should be able to remember you each time they look at it.
Cost - In this gruelling economy, you have to be very prudent when it comes to spending money. Granted, you might have a budget set aside for your wedding but it still would not hurt at all if you will be able to save some whenever you can. Make a cost comparison among the gift items that you are considering to buy then choose the one that fits your budget perfectly. Remember to set a budget limit so that you will not have to deal with deficits later on. You surely would not want to start the rest of your life together in debt.

Looking for Good Wedding Favors Suppliers

The best place to look for wedding favors is online. You can do all the comparison and communicating with the sellers with a few clicks of the computer. There are a few great sites that you can visit and get not only the items that you need but also additional information as to how you can plan your wedding as seamlessly and as efficiently as possible.

Online sellers of wedding favors have a single goal which is to provide quality gift items for couples who are about to tie the knot. What is even more attractive about these online wedding favors stores is that they give you a plethora of options and all such options are already categorized according to themes which makes it easier to pore through the site.

What you want to achieve at this stage or any stage of your wedding planning for that matter, is to keep things organized. Once you have already located your seller of choice, it is very important to look at every piece of gift item so you would not miss anything that can possibly be the best set of wedding favors that you can get.

As it is your wedding day, all decisions shall be based on what you think is best. However, it never hurts to get an expert opinion from those who make their living out of making weddings perfect occasions.

Summer Wedding Favors – Hot Gifts for a Hot Wedding

by Wedding Favors Today on February 8, 2010

Summer weddings are quite popular with engaged couples especially since there are so many fun things that they can do during this very hot season. Mostly, beach weddings are preferred since they are much easier to prepare for compared to church or garden weddings.

Whatever type of summer wedding you want to have, one thing that does not change is the fact that you ought to spring for some summer wedding favors. Once you have settled on the wedding date and the guest list, you should start working on options for wedding favors.

Having a themed wedding would help in choosing the gifts for the guests since you already have the general feel of the event. However, you can also consider other themed favors outside your general theme for the wedding.

Formal versus Casual Summer Wedding Favors

There is always a debate when it comes to what type of gifts couples will give to their invited guests. It always boils down to how fancy or simple you want to go with the wedding favors.

If you are leaning toward formal wedding favors, you should have an idea as to what items you want to give your guests at the wedding. There are always personalized glass figurines or other types of classy looking gifts that your guests would certainly appreciate.

As for casual wedding favors, you can choose among hundreds of options from personalized fridge magnets, scented notepads, pens, miniature photo frames etc. They are much more practical and cheaper to purchase by the bulk.

Summer Wedding Favor Ideas

Planning for the wedding is already a very daunting task without the tiny little details that you also have to attend to. This is why it would be very helpful if you have your trusty computer with you all the time while you are at the planning stage because you can get useful information with a few clicks.

Here are some items that you should look into as gifts for the guests:

Personalized Ice Cream Cone Key Chain
Ice cream cone candle holders
Flip Flop Candles
Multi Colored Ice cream bowls
Ice Cream Cone Dishes
Lustrous Butterfly candle holders
Sailboat Designed Candles
Butterfly bookmarks
Silk Fans
Street Lamp Place Card Holders
Oil and Vinegar Decanters
Ceramic Banana Split Salt and Pepper Shakers
Scented Frosted Glass Votives
Luminous Black Mini-Lantern Tea Light Holder
Glass Calla Lily Coasters
Butterfly Candy Dishes

You will save more money if you order these favors by the bulk. It is very important to look at costing as well as the quality of the items you will purchase.

Other Seasonal Favors: Spring Wedding Favors, Fall Wedding Favors, Winter Wedding Favors, Beach Wedding Favors

Fall Wedding Favors

by Wedding Favors Today on February 8, 2010

Fall is perfect for outdoor weddings because it is neither too warm nor too cold. If you are in the market for a nice fall wedding, you should start looking for fall wedding favors. The earlier you plan for the details, the better it would be for you down the road.

It is essential that you decide on what type of item you want to give your guests. Choosing the best wedding favor items is not exactly a walk in the park since there are just so many to choose from. However, the fact that you are having a fall wedding should give you an idea as to which items you should consider.

Not all favors have to be consistent with the general theme of the wedding. The truth is that you can give pretty much anything to your guests as long as they are appropriate and practical.

Fall Wedding Favor Ideas

While it is good to have an idea as to what you want to give your guests, you should also not set your heart to just one particular gift item because there are so many ideas that you can toy with. All these ideas can be found online which means that you have to do a little research to see what else is out there.

To help you decide, here are some of the top choices in fall wedding favors this season:

Personalized Pint Glasses
Personalized Wine Glasses
Personalized Champagne Flute
Personalized Round Shot Glasses
Glass Mugs
Tall Shot Glasses
Black ceramic coffee mugs
White Ceramic coffee mugs
Autumn Themed Candles/votives
Stem less wine glasses
Fall Themed Wedding Cake Shaped Candles
Fall Leaf Shaped Cookie Cutters
Scented Leaf Shaped Soaps
Autumn Leaves Candy Dishes
Pear Shaped Ceramic Salt and Pepper Shakers

Ordering your fall wedding favors would be easier if you do it online. There are so many things that you have to prepare for your big day and being able to utilize the internet for the little details would be a big help.

Before you place your order, make sure that you already have the count for the favors. Make sure that you order extras for the plus ones of your guests (if you have indicated such in the invites).

Once you have the number, see if the particular favors you are interested in offer bulk pricing. More often than not, you would need more than just one set of favors which means that you would be placing a large order. Usually, bulk orders merit a nice discount so never fail to research this.

For the most part, you just have to keep your mind open to the possibilities. When it comes to wedding favors, it only matters what you want for your guests and what you can afford. Looking at as many items would help you decide which would be the best for your big day.

Other seasonal favors include: Summer Wedding Favors, Winter Wedding Favors, Spring Wedding Favors, Beach Wedding Favors

Spring Wedding Favors

by Wedding Favors Today on February 5, 2010

When it comes to preparing for a wedding, there is nothing more difficult than deciding how you can show your appreciation to the guests who will share that very important day with you.

It is customary to give gifts to wedding guests, and these days, it is advisable to go for practical items. In choosing wedding favors, you have to consider the main theme of the event.

A Spring Wedding would certainly demand spring wedding favors and if you need ideas for gift items, here are some of the best choices for this season:

Flower topped Pens- These are colorful and practical since they can be used daily at the office or even at home right next to the fridge where the grocery list is.
Spring Leaf Coasters- These items will certainly be useful in every household. They are whimsical but they can be utilized all year round.
Save the Date Magnets- Instead of using special paper for the save the date card, you can instead send out save the date magnets. They are much more personalized plus you can be sure that they will not forget to save the date because the reminder is on their fridge all the time.
Luxurious Silk Fans- Spring is definitely a warmer season which makes it perfect for giving away silk fans that your guests can use long after the wedding is done.
Personalized Stem Less Wine Glasses- These are really thoughtful gifts for guests as they can use it at home at any time.
Choice Crystal Flower Pot- A lot of people like to collect glass figurines and for those who have not yet started, this would be a great first piece.
Miniature Flip Flops Photo Frames with Flower Accents- Going for a cute set of spring wedding favors? This is the way to go. These mini flip flops photo frames would be the hit of the event as they are useful and very whimsical.
Monogrammed Flip Flops- Spring is the time for long walks in the park and walking means wearing flip flops for excellent comfort.
Elegant Gel Candles- No one turns down a nice aromatic candle which is can also double as a living room or bedroom ornament.
Floral Scented Candles with Ceramic Candle Holders- These would make for great decor in the living room or the foyer. Boring end tables will also benefit from these items.

Choosing the Best Spring Wedding Favors

Although there is really no strict set of rules when it comes to which type of wedding favors soon to be married couples should get, there are certain points that you might want to consider such as practicality not just on your part but also on the part of your guests.

If you mean for the gifts to show your gratitude for their attendance and best wishes, the item or items should at least be usable either for decorative or practical purposes. Some couples choose to have more than one set of favors for their guests, something that you should consider especially if you are going for the smaller items.

Other Seasonal Favors: Summer Wedding Favors, Fall Wedding Favors, Winter Wedding Favors, Beach Wedding Favors

Winter Wedding Favors

by Wedding Favors Today on February 4, 2010

Winter is not as popular as summer or spring for weddings but it can still be as romantic as possible. One of the essentials for any wedding is the set of wedding favors that you will choose as parting gifts for your guests.

It is highly customary to give something to the guests to show the couple’s appreciation to their guests for sharing that very special day. Getting your winter wedding favors does not have to be as complicated as you imagine it to be. In fact, there is a very easy way to get all these things.

Before you make any purchases, you have to look at all the choices first so you would know all your options. Wedding favors these days have evolved past all the cliché items that guests receive all the time.

Browsing Online Stores

Whether you have plenty of time for wedding planning or are seriously pressed for time, you can always benefit from shopping online. You can find excellent winter wedding favors in online stores and even quite possibly get a nice bargain.

Winter Wedding Favors Themes and Designs

Practical wedding favors are preferred by most couples these days because they would want to be able to give something useful to their guests who made a genuine effort to share the most important day of their lives.

When it comes to choosing personalized wedding favors, you would need a little guidance as well as a wide array of options. Here are some of the most popular choices:

Personalized Pint Glasses
Personalized Wine Glasses
Personalized Champagne Flutes
Personalized Round Shot Glasses
Personalized Glass Mugs
Tall Shot Glasses (clear and Frosted)
Snow Flake Candle Holders
Snowman Bookmarks
Snowman Key chains
Personalized Stem Less Wine Glasses
Snowman Candles
Embossed Snowflake Boxes
Snowflake Card Holders
Snowflake Glass Ornament Place Card Holders
Glass Photo Coaster
Silver Kissing Bells
Snowflake gel Candles
Snowman Place Card Holders
Snowflake Bottle Stoppers
Holiday Themed Bottle Stoppers

These are just some of the most festive and practical gift items that you should look into. They can be used all throughout the year but they also have that winter touch which would make it appropriate for the event.

Tips

Order wedding favors at least 3 months ahead
Always order extras to account for any unexpected changes
Inspect the items upon delivery in order to see if there are any flaws or damages. If there are any, make sure that you contact the seller or manufacturer as soon as possible in order to rectify the situation.
If you are going for really small items like key chains or place card holders, you might want to have at least 3 sets of gift items for the guests. After all, you are looking at very minimal cost so it will be classier to have more than one item as wedding favors.
Never be hesitant to ask for a possible discount. If you are ordering favors in a large quantity, it would be safe to assume that you will be given a discount for your purchase. Most online stores already have these discounts listed on the product page.

Other Seasonal Favors: Spring Wedding Favors, Fall Wedding Favors, Summer Wedding Favors, Beach Wedding Favors

Bridal Shower Favors

by Wedding Favors Today on February 4, 2010

Soon to be brides look forward most to their big day. However, this does not mean that they are not just as psyched to have a bridal shower. A lot of brides prepare for their wedding shower as thoroughly as they do with the actual wedding which is understandable because they are basically saluting adieu to their single life in order to brave eternal monogamy.

Bridal shower favors are essential and if you want your shower to be as memorable for the guests as it is to you, there are certain things to prepare for.

Here are some bridal shower favors that you might want to consider for the occasion:

Personalized Blush Compact with Mirror
Personalized Mints with Case
Letter Openers
Personalized bottle openers
Personalized bookmarks
Glass Jars
Notebooks/planners
Pint Glasses
Shot Glasses
Wine Glasses
Candle/votive holders
Coffee Mugs
Beer Mugs
Champagne Flutes
Heart Shaped Curio Boxes
Satin Eye Masks
Personalized Pedicure Set
Frosted Glass Coasters
Quilted and Monogrammed Make up bag
Monogrammed Flip-flops
Popsicle Soaps

What to look for in Bridal Shower Favors

When you pick out bridal shower favors, you have to take into account certain considerations such as the budget, the number of attendees, and the quality of the items.

It would also be nice if you would have something to give away which people can actually use. Practical wedding favors are highly appreciated by guests and they would be so much more than just trinkets because they would be commemorative of that special day when you finally said goodbye to your maidenhood.

Where to Buy Bridal Shower Favors

One of the things that you can count on these days is that you can find pretty much anything online. You can shop for bridal favors, as well as wedding favors, online and you can even find pleasant bargains.

All types of supplies needed for weddings can now be purchased online and if you have any need for personalized favors at all, all you have to do is browse through reputable websites that will be able to provide such items.

Always go for online stores that offer a wide variety of wedding favors you can choose from. The more items they have for sale the more ideas you can toy with for your bridal shower.

In terms of prices, you can certainly find items which your budget can accommodate. Contrary to popular belief, favors do not necessarily have to be expensive. There are sets that are very much affordable and the quality is not too shabby as well.

Buying in Bulk

If you want to really pinch as many pennies as you can, go for bulk buying because the larger quantity you avail, the lesser the cost per quantity would be.

It pays to do a little research as to which particular stores sell the best goods. Always remember that when it comes to your big day, only the best should be acceptable.

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Cute Keychain Favors for Your Wedding

by Wedding Favors Today on January 20, 2010

A great idea for wedding favors in 2010 are keychain favors. They are a practical gift for your guests that are more than affordable for you and your significant other. There are many keychain favors to choose from, many being able to compliment the overall theme of your wedding. Furthermore, these cute favors can be a way to share your own personal taste with your guests. For example, if you are from France, got engaged in France, or just downright love the country, these Eiffel Tower Keychain Favors are perfect for you!

How about if you are looking for beach themed wedding favors, specifically beach themed keychain favors? These Scallop Shell Keychain Favors should be the perfect find!

No matter what you choose as your keychain wedding favors, your guests will surely be ecstatic about the great addition to their keychain!

Top 5 Eco Friendly Wedding Favors of 2010

by Wedding Favors Today on January 15, 2010

One of the latest fads with brides and grooms is to show their “eco friendliness” with their own wedding. The perfect way to do this is to give eco friendly wedding favors to your guests. This provides a cute gift for your guests as well as encourages them to think about the environment. As usual, we have researched this fad and have come up with a list of top 5 eco friendly wedding favors for 2010. Check out this list and feel free to comment with any more of your suggestions.