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Let the games begin!
Remembering the excitement and hubbub over the Olympics “in the old days,” as my 9-year-old refers to the years of my childhood, I recall the
3 essentials for a memorable sweet sixteen party
Every girl looks forward to turning 16 because it often comes with a coming of age party, otherwise known as a “sweet sixteen.” It’s the chance
Fun Valentine’s Day gift ideas for her
Traditional Valentine’s Day gifts include a box of chocolates, a stuffed animal, a bouquet of red roses and maybe some jewelry. While these are all
Fun Valentine’s Day gift ideas for him
Guys seem to have it easy on Valentine’s Day – they can search through personalized holiday cards, pick up a bouquet of fresh flowers and
Achieving Uniqueness Together
Here at Carlson Craft our designers are creative, intuitive, and naturally talented. A lot of thought goes into what makes the final cut landing in
Creative tidbits to include in your wedding programs
You may know exactly what you’re going to put in your wedding invitations, but don’t overlook the programs that your guests will have during the
6 unique date ideas for Valentine’s Day
You may not be picking out wedding invitations just yet, but your relationship with your significant other is special, so why not move beyond the
A history of the garter toss
For years, it’s been a tradition for the bride to wear a decorative garter on her upper leg for the big day. During her reception,
Product of the week: Chalkboard Invitation
Chalkboard-themed nuptials seem to be quickly gaining popularity for their vintage charm and playful touch. There are a number of ways to incorporate this theme into
Hosting an art deco wedding
If you want your wedding to be filled with sparkle, shimmer and shine, as well as the uniqueness and special flair of the 1920s, an
Creative ideas for your anniversary party
An anniversary party is a great way to celebrate the years that you and your spouse have spent together. The love that you have for
Gender Reveal: Boy or Girl?
I still recall the hot summer day when, at 8 years old, I mentioned to my grandmother as I crouched down among the green bean
Popular colors for your winter wedding
Colors associated with winter weddings are often cool shades of blue or a variety of creamy whites. While these are beautiful hues, they’re not your
Tips for hosting your own Super Bowl party
After an action-packed football season, it’s the Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos that are headed to the Super Bowl. This is the perfect excuse to
New and Exciting Frontier
Perhaps you are new to the wedding industry and have dedicated a slice of your budget to participate in an upcoming bridal show or two,
Trendy moms throwing green baby showers
These days, you can go green with practically anything, from home decor to clothing. The same goes for baby showers. Mommies-to-be are making an effort
Product of the week: Flowers on Shimmer Invitation
Looking to inject a touch of the outdoors in your wedding invitations? This Flowers on Shimmer card has the perfect floral accent for elegant and
2014 trend: unplugged weddings
With a new year comes new wedding trends, and one thing that we’re going to be seeing a lot more of are unplugged weddings. This