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Favor Stations...Are they a good idea? Need input please!!!!

ckennedy28 — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:23:23 +0000

Hey there! So, I'm having a fall wedding...November 2012. It's a very simple, rustic, country, Texas wedding, with the ceremony outside and the reception inside. The venue is very rustic and country. I couldn't think of a good favor for the wedding and then I came across the candy apple or packaged S'mores idea. I thought it would be cool to maybe have either a S'mores station or a candy apple station for the guests to do themselves, with cellophane and ribbon for them to package and take home. I haven't looked too much into how it would work, and was wondering if anyone has been to a wedding where they have had this. Here are the ideas I've cooked up in my head:

A basket full of pre-stuck apples and small plates at one end. The cellophane and ribbons at the other end. In between would be melted chocolate, beer chocolate, and caramel as well as different toppings. (for the kiddies I would have pre stuck marshmallows and they could do the same with them). The S'mores station would be similar with grahm crackers, plates, chocolate, fresh fruit, etc at one end and the propane flames in the middle.

I would really appreciate some input! Thanks!!!!

Business style Thank You Cards

alexisdhood — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:02:51 +0000

Can anyone tell me what website I can go to find some thank you cards in a business card dimensions. My idea is to personalize the cards, have a pretty design on the front with me an my husband name and wedding date, and on the back of the card put some famous love quotes on the back and have a satin ribbon on the front of the card. I want to do a thank you you card as a favor, but i dont want the regular size thank you cards. If anyone can tell me where I can find a website that would create something like this please let me know.. Thanks!!!

"Breakfast to go" Favors

WLevine75 — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:24:03 +0000

I wanted to try to be a little different then the chocolate in a box favor idea.
So I decided to do breakfast to go for the next morning. (Or late that night).
I was thinking about putting wrapped pastries/bagels, juice, jelly, coffee, hot chocolate maybe a box of cereal. any thoughts??

Inexpensive Jam in Bulk for Favors?

malitawinge — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 19:34:48 +0000

We're having our wedding in a rustic setting, and I thought it would be cute to do jars of jam as favors. The problem is, I don't want to spend a lot of money on this portion of the wedding. If I can find it for cheap I'll do it, but if not, I think I'll forego favors all together. It's just not a priority for us. Any ideas?

Donation wording?

Bean61006 — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:32:11 +0000

How should I word my donation cards? I want to let guests know that I have made a donation to The Wounded Warrior Project. Thanks

Rehearsal Dinner Favors?

Killa2979 — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:40:16 +0000

Is it ok not to have rehearsal dinner favors?

Your opinions are greatly appreciated!

HELP! Need unique wedding favor idea for bi-cultural wedding

aavery258 — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:16:19 +0000

My fiance is Vietnamese and I am American. WHat is a unique way to add flare to the wedding favors by incorporating something from his culture. He is from Saigon (South Viet).

Thanks! HELP! I want something VERY unique and neat.

XP: Jordan Almonds

krizzo17 — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:24:23 +0000

For my favors, I want to make these (www.marthastewartweddings.com/226340/paper-dahlia">clicky) flowers, but fill them with jordan almonds instead of the flower bulbs like Martha does (I'd love to get a bulb as a favor, but I have a feeling 90% of my guests would throw it out, so I'm not spending the money).

Does anyone know how long Jordan almonds keep outside of their original packaging? Also, I'd like to maybe put in some other candy as well - any ideas for candy that won't spoil too far in advance?

Favors for destination wedding?

Kmarqu031 — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 20:50:30 +0000

My Fiance and I are getting married in Jamaica at sandals in montego bay. Only a few select individuals are coming however should we still do favors? Also we are doing welcome bags for all the people coming. So far were doing a tote along with maybe a beach towel, and a few other gifts. What all should we put in there? Favor ideas? Welcome gift Ideas for the totes???

martini glass filled with candy

angel10gb — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:53:59 +0000

For my friends shower we were thinking of giving martini glasses filled with candy wrapped in tool or something of that sort. Any ideas for what candy would be good for this? The only thought we have is personalized M&Ms. Any suggestions other than candy??? Thanks :)

personalized favors

BarbFuller3 — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:32:32 +0000

For custom imprinted ideas, check out barbscustomimprintshop.com. Koozies have been a favorite with bride/groom names and wedding date. So many colors available.

What have you ordered off Etsy that you love?

kd1986 — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 11:05:04 +0000

I have a new found love for Etsy, but there is SO much on there I can't even begin to cover a fraction of it. I recently ordered a sample table number holder, but I'm wondering what else you girls have ordered that you've been happy with?

Paris/French Theme

lmlm — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:48:08 +0000

After many thoughts I have decided to go with the infamous "edible" favor and put it inside of a tin. With that said I wanted to find fleur-de-lis print but prefer in red or white instead of the traditional black and white. Or maybe just some type of container/bag so I can place some Jordan almonds and mints in there. Share if you have any idea where to find this type of tin or bag.

Looking for a FOB/MOB Wedding Day Hanky that I can do myself

LLMJDE2012 — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:51:21 +0000

Hi,
Anyone have any links/stores where I can find a pattern for Father of the Bride & Mother of the Bride Hankies?
I want to sew/embroider it myself.

Favor suggestions for a vintage harvest theme'd wedding?

Kelley82 — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 21:24:25 +0000

I don't like candy, am open to other edible options. Checking the boards I like the idea of Kettle Corn, but not sure what a cute way to package that would be.

Arizona Candy Bar Rental or Purchase!

dinosarah — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:53:59 +0000

The average cost of even a small wedding favor runs between $1.50-$6.00 per person. A candy or dessert bar will not only cover your favors, but offer a stunning visual and conversation element to your reception for around the same price, or less.

We've hand-picked each piece over a long period of time and feel that the aesthetics of this particular collection are quite difficult to beat, no matter what the style or size of your wedding!

Basic rental fees start at $150, which will include the rental of all pieces shown, delivery, set-up and tear-down. This does not include the candy or cupcakes.

Our complete package includes a design consultation, purchase of the candy, cupcakes or other treats, delivery, set-up and tear-down. This fee will vary depending on the amount of candy and/or cupcakes, the date of the wedding and the location. A typical package runs between $400-$600.

-20 gorgeous pieces, as pictured below (please inquire for additional photos...we have lots!).

-3 sizes to choose from: small, medium or large. We can help you determine the appropriate size based on your guest count and budget.

-Includes scoops and/or ladles.

-Take-home bags and/or treat boxes, as well as personalized stickers for those containers available on request, for an additional charge.

If you are interested in purchasing this glassware as opposed to rental, please inquire! We can be reached through this posting or directly at smuller@secureserver.net

Welcome basket favors

kmilon01 — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:43:35 +0000

We're doing a destination wedding on a cruise ship and I need help finding creative favors for our guests welcome baskets. We're looking for something that can travel on an airplane w/out melting, taking up too much space in our suitcase or weighing a ton. I really want our guest to be wowed by their welcome baskets when they finally arrive on the cruise ship and find our "Thank You" to them waiting in their stateroom. Any ideas?

Wedding Favors

2HEARTS1L0VE — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:20:07 +0000

I'm lost in this department. I have looked on tons of websites, but I want to give something cute and different, but still super affordable. Please give me ideas!!!

Wedding is in Jan!

mason jar favors!

FrankieLaraine — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:19 +0000

Hello everyone! My mother and I are making homemade jam for our favors and putting them into small mason jars. Does anyone know of a company that will stamp our monogram int he lid? I have no idea where to get this done at? Thank YOU!!!!

Bubble favors

abricadabra — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:11:54 +0000

How early is too early to order them? I'm getting married next October, and the Knot has a sale on them right now that I'm afraid they won't have again for whatever reason between now and the wedding. If I order them now, will the bubble solution dry up? I'd hate to have to store them, and open them up the week of the wedding to have them be empty. :/ I don't recall my bubbles evaporating as a child, but there's not as much in these tubes as a big bottle. Any brides have any experience with these? Unnecessary stress, lol.

If you need a lot of boxes...

lyamada — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 01:54:27 +0000

I just wanted to pass along a tip my fiance and I have discovered for ourselves. We are planning to do a Candy Bar for our favors, and were planning on buying little organza bags to place at each guest's seat to have them fill with candy.

However, we just went to a place called Cash and Carry (it's a supply store for restaurants, but is open to the public) and bought small, plain white chinese to-go boxes for much cheaper. They were only $3.97 for fifty boxes. We're planning to make a stamp or a sticker for the outside to dress them up a bit.

I'm sure there are other stores like this all around, so if you're looking for something similar, it may be something to check into. :)

Your thoughts on my favor idea....

melanniejane — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:32:45 +0000

Ok so the immediate idea that came to mind when I thought of favors was a gumball machine with a tag attached to tell the story of why the favors were chosen. (The joke behind the favors is that my FH finally got a ring out of the gumball machine and didn't know what else to do with it !)

I'm not sure if I'm just stuck on the idea now or if it's a good one?!

Your thoughts would be much appreciated!
TIA

favors or no favors

nisha8nyc — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:24:33 +0000

i'm not sure if i should do favors or not,i feel like its outdated and no one really cares plus its expensive and i can use that cash on other areas for my wedding. What do you guys think??

S'mores kit?

Jessjoyb — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 17:51:53 +0000

Our wedding is in October but I do not want our reception to scream FALL. I was going to give small pumpkins out as favors but that idea didn't go over too well. I don't want to give anything out with our names on it because i think that's pointless. Our reception is inside but there is a covered fire pit outside. I was thinking about giving out s'more kits for the guests to use at the fire pit but i didnt think this was enough of a favor for them because they are using it at the actual reception. The kit would include the basic graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmellows in some type of cute bag. What do you think?

Need advice on tags for candle favors!

aubrey14 — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:12:46 +0000

I ordered the square beach candle favors from theknot shop (adorable), and I am trying to figure some sort of thankyou tag to put on it (we are giving them out as favors). I didnt really want to do a sticker becuase I didnt want to block the "view" of the candle, but maybe if it is clear it will be ok. They are pretty small (2x2), so if I use a tag I dont want it to overwhelm. Has anyone given these out and have a suggestion (I am not a DIY-er, although i will tie ribons and hole punch tags if I have to). The tags offered here are kind of large, looking for something a little smaller and cute!!

Any suggestions/links would be much appreciated!

Aubrey

Share Your Engagement Story

hayleyvw — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:13:45 +0000

Right now if you go to http://sofabulouscelebrations.com/blog and share your enagement story you can be entered to win your wedding favors. You can also share your story on facebook at www.facebook.com/SoFabulousCelebrations

A thought about favors - Christmas Ornament

sperbunki — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:43:20 +0000

I have been wondering what on earth to use as a favor. I went to a baby shower over the weekend and "won" some prizes, and ended up carrying home a coffee mug I'll never use, a lotion set that has a non-working pump, rubber duckies (which sadly were my favorite favor of all but kinda useless), a pair of cheapy ceremic booties and a mesh bag with jordan almonds. Yum. Granted, this was a baby shower but what happened next really sparked my creative thoughts. Mabye this is an unoriginal thought but I wanted to share it anyway.

My wedding is Mid-October and we don't have much of a "theme" beyond the colors chosen. We aren't doing "rustic barn" or "birds" or any of the cutesy stuff so I was stumped. After putting up our Christmas tree this weekend my daughter asked if she could put the ceremic booties on the tree from the baby shower. That's when it occured to me...I'm going to do a Christmas Ornament to give away. Obviously this will only work for people who celebrate Christmas (all of our guests do) and my ornament is going to be something that isn't too wedding-ish. I'm going to focus on the ornament being something along the lines of friendship, and we will sign the back of it. (maybe family focused for the people we are related to).

I love this idea because I LOVE adding ornaments to my tree every year, from that year and I love reminiscing about where the ornaments came from, etc. and my guests don't have to be subjected to another candle, bag of candy or other items they will have to figure out what to do with when they get home. This can be packed up and pulled out once a year and hopefully the wedding will be so much fun that it will bring a smile to everyone's face.

Hope this idea helps others too. I'm sure winter brides do this often, but being a Fall Bride I kinda thought it would be a nice twist on the favor idea.

Also going to make wine-charms for each person. Found "2012" on Charmfactory.com for .50 each so that's also something they can "use" (if they drink wine! LOL

April

Apple/Pumpkin Orchard Favors

hakeefer1 — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:35:10 +0000

I'm getting married at an orchard that also has pumpkin patches. Two weeks ago I contacted the venue to see if they had any pumpkins left; they had hundreds. So my mom and I used their pumpkin to make pumpkin butter favors for the guest. It was maybe around $1 per person, a lot of work, but great since it will acutally be sentimental to the wedding. For fellow orchard brides, if it's cold enough where you are, there are prob still plenty of pumpkins out there.

TEA LIGHT IDEAS.

StarEyed — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:15:53 +0000

I have rounded teat light holders to give as favors at my shower. I'd like to spice them up a little bit without doing anything to permanent. Any one have any ideas of something to fill it with to add something around the tea light or anything else to snazz it up??

Mint to Be Tins expired?

spelter — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 23:49:54 +0000

Just received order of Mint to Be Tins by Kate Aspen, and the expiration date was 2.12.11. I called the website we ordered from - pricewisefavors.com, and they said the date is in the European format. Not sure what to think - we dont want to give out expired mints to our guests. Any thoughts or experiences?