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QUIRKY AND UNIQUE WEDDING INVITATIONS WITH 10% OFF! .......

I love quirky, unique paper products - throw in an unusual business name and a massive 10% discount for Curious Wedding readers and I'm in Heaven. When I found out about the marvelously named Mary Loves Bob, I had to catch up with Jen to find out more:

What got you started in the stationery business?
"Coming from a design and illustration background, I wanted to create a range of wedding stationery that would appeal to both the bride and the groom. Not all couples are looking for wedding stationery that’s constructed with delicate folds and pretty ribbons and so I focus on simple, fuss free designs that are unique, bold and vibrant."

All photographs copyright © Mary Loves Bob

Can a couple personalise their invitations?
"I try not to be too strict in the products that I sell, as every couple is different. Once you have selected a design, you can specify exactly what colour scheme you want to use and the wording you would prefer to use on each card. It’s a bit of bespoke luxury without the heavy price tag."

So, what's in each collection?
"Each collection comes with the standard set of invitations, RSVP postcards and information cards, as well as on the day items such as table plans, place names and menus. If you need something different, we’re more than happy to create new items in your chosen design."

And the question I've been dying to ask, why Mary Loves Bob?
"I often get asked why Mary Loves Bob? It's a name I chose in dedication to my Grandparents (or Grom and Grand as we fondly call them). They have loved one another unconditionally for over 60 years, which I think is really is impressive stuff. So what could be a more perfect name for a venture that celebrates people falling in love?"

I love Jen's ethos - appealing to the couple not just the bride and I love the Mary Loves Bob designs.

To claim your 10% off simply quote CURIOUSWEDDING when placing your order, stop by their Facebook page and hit the like button - go on, share the love ♥

HOW TO INSTAGRAM YOUR WEDDING - WILL YOU HASHTAG YOUR BIG DAY? .......

Instagram your wedding

Collect the action shots from your big day all in one place through the wonders of social media. Create a hashtag, turn on Instagram and you're ready to go. Read on to find out more:

With the rise of new wedding trends and social media, it's no longer about just one photographer snapping pictures of your special day. Say goodbye to rigid poses and a stuffy wedding album that will gather dust in the back of your bookcase. Today, wedding photographers are more clued in than ever, creating beautiful shoots for wedding parties on the move and your savviest guests will be at the ready with their smart phones to document their own experiences.

 

A SPANISH PRE-WEDDING, WEDDING AND CHERISH THE DRESS SHOOT .......

 In today's Real Life Wonderful Wedding I'm going to mix things up a little. Not only will you get to see the most scrumptious wedding photographs, you'll see the story of Barbara and Pedro. We'll follow their journey - beginning with their fun filled pre-wedding shoot; we'll then take a peek at their beautiful Spanish wedding and we'll end their story by reliving the glory of their day in their picture-perfect cherish the dress shoot.

 There's something magical about this couple, it's obvious that they are besotted with each other, but it's more than that. Is it the setting of Valencia, Spain? The spectacular photography of Martino of Studio Boda? Or am I just an old romantic and this wedding has tugged at my heartstrings? All I do know is it's truly breathtaking!

A PEACH AND TEAL WEDDING INSPIRATION/MOOD BOARD .......

Hi folks, I'm dreaming of warmer days. Here's a peach and teal wedding mood board/inspiration board to (hopefully) chase the rain away.

Teal And Peach Wedding Mood Board by very-curious-wedding featuring chiffon cocktail dresses

With a bit of luck we'll have a sunny Summer!! I've got my fingers, eyes, legs and everything else crossed x

ROCK THOSE WORDS - 4 TIPS ON WRITING YOUR OWN WEDDING VOWS.......

 

Are you staring at a blank piece of paper? Have you listened to every love song ever written hoping for a lightning bolt of inspiration? Are you ready to give up and punch, “How to write my own vows” into Google? STOP!

I can guarantee that, although there can be some fabulous ideas on the internet, you will only end up with generic bunch of words which have been used a thousand times before. Surely the whole idea of writing your own vows is expressing your feelings.

So read these four top tips then pop the kettle on, pick up a pen and pad  and rock your own words!

 

1. Write from the heart. A wedding represents the epitome of the love between two people. Think of the reasons the two of you are together. Whatever you write should be honest, and from your heart, it’s love that will make your words really special.

2. You do not have to be Shakespeare. If you are poet, great but try to remember that words are just words. The vows you write do not have to be a spectacular piece of literature, they need to be a display of your feelings for your future spouse. Try to steer clear of using long poetic words if they do not come naturally to you, they can come across as slightly contrived and can distance your words from your feelings. 

3. Have a good brainstorming session. Make a list of everything that you love about your partner, and I do mean everything. At this stage,  all you are doing is getting something on paper. Then make a list of all the commitments that you wish to make. Now it’s time to select which parts of the list you’re going to keep and which you’re going to cull. Bear in mind you’ll be reading your vows in front of your family and friends - talking about your partners fantastic bottom, although flattering, may not be the way forward 😊

 4. Short is most definitely sweet. You can say enough to make your feelings known in a relatively short period, don’t feel pressured to make your vows any longer that they naturally flow from your heart.

So there they are, my top four tips on writing your own wedding vows. Good luck, if you’ve found these tips helpful then share the love in the comments section below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SIX IMPOSSIBLE THINGS BEFORE BREAKFAST - UNUSUAL PILLOWCASES .......

"Why, sometimes I've believed in as many as six impossible things before breakfast." - The Queen of Hearts.

A very good bank holiday weekend to you all. I know I usually showcase six different items from six different suppliers on my "Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast" category but today, well today is going to be a little different.

When Maria from My Dream Loft first contacted me asking if I would like to pop over to her website and maybe share some of her creations, I must admit I wasn't sure what to expect. So a website full of pillowcases to bring a smile to even the glummest of mornings was a big, joyful surprise.

All images copyright © My Dream Loft

Above - Just Say It & Below - Wings or Roots.

Above - Never Let Go & Below - Love Town.

Above - I Heart U & Below - Dreaming of You

Don't you think they would make lovely wedding gifts? I so want the "Never Let Go" set.  I'm going to casually leave my computer open in the hope that Mr L-D will surprise me with a pair 😃

Have a great bank holiday weekend!