Throw a tropical bridal shower with our Big Dot Original Beach Theme. Start with our invitations, then go for our blue or green tableware. For a sweet centerpiece, place some white tea lights on a small mirror among some sand or seashells (you can buy them at a craft store) and a picture of the… Continue reading Life's A Beach! – Beach Bridal Shower Theme
Category: Bridal Shower & Anniversary
Life’s A Beach! – Beach Bridal Shower Theme
Throw a tropical bridal shower with our Big Dot Original Beach Theme. Start with our invitations, then go for our blue or green tableware. For a sweet centerpiece, place some white tea lights on a small mirror among some sand or seashells (you can buy them at a craft store) and a picture of the… Continue reading Life’s A Beach! – Beach Bridal Shower Theme
Thank You for Attending
Every newlywed couple should thank their attendants. Many choose to do so with gifts. If you’re stuck for ideas, here a few that will not only show your appreciation, but commemorate the experience you had planning the wedding. A photo album or scrapbook of fun moments from the planning sessions to the reception. You can… Continue reading Thank You for Attending
April Showers…
It’s Bridal Shower season! Whether you’re treating the bride-to-be to an elegant luncheon or hosting a blow-out bash she won’t forget, Big Dot of Happiness has you covered. Need a few ideas on what you need to get started? Here are a few basics. Look around the site and you’ll be amazed at the… Continue reading April Showers…
Something Old…
Antique stores are a great place to find your Something Old. You can also find great gifts for your bridesmaids and other attendants. If you look around and keep your mind open, you’ll be amazed at the great deals you can get on beautiful classics destined to be treasured once again. Here is a list… Continue reading Something Old…
A Homegrown Reception
Farmer’s Markets are chock full of great wedding goodies. Do your research by visiting area farmers’ markets as often as possible leading up to your wedding to stake out what you may like. Here is a short list of the amazing items you can find: Handmade Gourmet Candies: These make great favors. Check out our… Continue reading A Homegrown Reception
Color Schemes & What They Mean
Big Dot of Happiness has different patterns and colors of decorations for your event. You want everything to look perfect and mean something to you. Check out what these different colors, all featured on our site, have symbolized over time. Not only is color a good way to set a mood, but you use it… Continue reading Color Schemes & What They Mean
Color Schemes & What They Mean
Big Dot of Happiness has different patterns and colors of decorations for your event. You want everything to look perfect and mean something to you. Check out what these different colors, all featured on our site, have symbolized over time. Not only is color a good way to set a mood, but you use it… Continue reading Color Schemes & What They Mean
Flowers by Color
Looking to feature a specific color in your wedding bouquets or event centerpieces, but need to go beyond roses? Here is a quick list of flowers by color that will help accent your décor or theme with flair. Red: Poinsettias, Calla Lilies, Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Geraniums, Zinnias, Amaryllis, Asters Pink: Petunias, Hydrangeas, Star-Gazer Lilies, Magnolias, Boronia, Sweet… Continue reading Flowers by Color
Inviting Invitations
Ordering custom invitations from your local printer can get incredibly expensive and figuring out how to print them yourself can be a hassle. Luckily, Big Dot of Happiness has dozens of affordable, themed invitations that you can personalize specifically for your event. When you do, there is a super-simple template to use. Don’t worry if… Continue reading Inviting Invitations