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First Thursday: June
May 16th, 2008June brings us sun, swimming, BBQ’s… and WEDDINGS!
What better place to get prepared than New and Blue! Join us Thursday, June 5 for First Thursday in the Pearl! Browse through the fabulous invitations and cute wedding things while sipping champagne and munching on appetizers. The event will be from 4 - 8 p.m., and there’s no need to RSVP. New and Blue will also be featuring gorgeous engagement and wedding photography from Jessica Hill Photography, and you’ll have the chance to win free stuff! Check us out…
Take heed…
May 16th, 2008We’ve all gotten some wedding advice that was awful. The best thing to do is put on your best fake smile and belt out that fake pity laugh and move on. But – just for kicks – we’ve highlighted some of the absolute worst ideas we’ve heard:
1. ”Sing your own wedding vows. It’s ok if you’re dreadful; it’s the thought that counts.” No one wants Read the rest of this entry »
Save our Date!
May 16th, 2008If you’ve been at least semi-conscious over the last few years, you have seen how popular Save the Date cards have become. Couples send out these little reminders to guests to make their wedding date known ahead of time to allow time for guests to make travel and accommodation plans. Brilliant.
They come in many forms: postcard types (www.save-the-date-cards.com) and magnets (www.savethedatemagnet.com) are both popular ideas. Read the rest of this entry »
Wait, what is thermography…?
May 16th, 2008
The days of a plain white cardstock wedding invitation with basic script font are long gone. Now, invitations come in a wide variety of bright colors, beautiful papers, ink and script styles galore, and the most extensive array of verses you could imagine. It’s enough to make your head spin!
We’ve decided to break it down for you, and give you a little insight on popular trends. We do what we can to help. Read the rest of this entry »
Registry advice from the pros!
May 16th, 2008
Ahhh… wedding gifts. No, we are not having a wedding just for the gifts, but it is one of the most pleasing parts, right? Admit it.
Before you run out to your top twenty favorite stores, let us make some suggestions that will make your registry a huge success. Read the rest of this entry »
If you must…
May 16th, 2008Do people still freeze the top layer of their wedding cakes? While we think the idea has definitely run its course, it’s up to you. Here’s how you do it, if you must:
The ingredients used it your cake will alter its freezing abilities. Certain ingredients can make or break Read the rest of this entry »
Why didn’t we think of that?!
May 16th, 2008
Literally the best idea I have ever seen…
Reading a magazine last night, I came across the ultimate solution to one of the biggest problems facing brides: bridesmaid dresses. Read the rest of this entry »
How to… throw an awesome bridal bash!
May 16th, 2008They’re in love. They got engaged. She asked you to be the maid of honor. You’re supposed to throw a shower?! Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered… Here are some fun ideas for a bridal shower: Read the rest of this entry »
How compatible are you?
May 16th, 2008If you’re at this blog, chances are you are already on the way to the altar. However - just for fun - let’s see how compatible you two are.
New and Blue carries a variety of fun party games to use at a shower or engagement party. These questions come from a book called “Are you Compatible?” by Dan Carlinsky. The book can be purchased in our retail store at 1321 NW Hoyt Street in Portland, Oregon or right here at NewandBlue.com. Read the rest of this entry »
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