Colour Inspiration – Navy
We’re finding that navy is a big colour for weddings this season. Our brides are particularly loving our ‘Tiara’ flower girl dresses with navy sashes and sometimes a splash of navy satin on the hem too!
In my ‘travels’ on the web I’ve found some gorgeous ideas for navy weddings. I hope you find some inspiration in these images…
Navy cake stand – www.etsy.com
Wedding stationery – www.littleflamingo.com.au
Bridesmaid dress – www.belladonnabridesmaids.com.au
Handmade earings – www.madeit.com.au
Navy damask table runner – www.etsy.com
Navy flower hair clip – www.etsy.com
Feather shoe clips – www.etsy.com
Be inspired
We have recently launched a section on our website where you can find articles containing hints, tips and other useful information relating to all sorts of special occasions. We hope you find these resources inspiring, when planning your next special event. I thought I’d give you a taste of one article in particular today… Our Orthodox Christening Checklist.
There are so many important items required for an Orthodox Christening and our Orthodox Christening Checklist may assist you in the planning of your child’s special day. At Very Special Celebrations, we specialise in Greek christenings so this checklist is particularly designed with Greek christenings in mind, but we can assist customers from other Orthodox backgrounds too!
The article covers ‘things to do’ such as…
- Choosing the ceremony location – which church?
- Selecting the godparent.
- Working on your guest list and sending invitations
- Organising Bomboniere – the godparent traditionally organises these, along with all the other important items for the church ceremony.
And more…
The article includes a comprehensive list of all the items needed for the ceremony including the christening gown or suit, bottle of olive oil, towels and sheets, decorated candle (lambatha), soap and so on.
To read more, visit – http://www.veryspecialonline.com.au/pages/orthodox_christening_checklist.html
Until next time…
Vikki
www.veryspecialonline.com.au
It’s our birthday!
15% OFF EVERYTHING including existing stock and special orders. Some products are already marked down and you can enjoy a further 15% off these already reduced prices. Discount vouchers and promo codes cannot be redeemed on this sale day as they are not valid with any other offer or special. Our Brisbane shop is open 9am – 4pm on Saturday. Online shopping discounts will be available until 9pm AEST on Saturday.
Enjoy!
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Royal Wedding Inspiration
I’m excited! Since enjoying the spectacle that was ‘The Royal Wedding’ about a month ago, I’ve been chatting with one of the lovely dressmakers who creates some of our stunning christening gowns and flower girl dresses for us. She is thinking of working on her own version of the royal flower girl dresses (or in the case of Will and Kate’s wedding, the bridesmaid dresses, as they were referred to).
The little girls who formed part of the bridal procession on the big day, wore the same fabric as the the bride’s gown. Full, box pleated skirts in satin and gorgeous silk sashes had the girls looking adorable as they proudly entered Westminster Abbey.
Our supplier is going to have a play around with her collection of fabrics and laces, to see if she can come up with a design that is somewhat reminiscent of the girls’ dresses from the royal wedding, but the design will of course have its own unique special touches! I can’t wait to see the results!
We already have a ‘Prince William Christening Suit’ in our range, so it seems our little collection of ‘royal’ garments is growing by the minute! Lovely!
Vikki
www.veryspecialonline.com.au
Wedding Ideas
A little while ago, we shared some popular verses and messages that you might use for christening, baptism and naming day cards, candles and ceremony readings. Now, it’s time for the brides and grooms out there to find some inspiration… We hope you find these popular verses and messages helpful when planning the meaningful elements of your wedding day. You might like to include one of these verses on a personalised wedding unity candle, in your wedding invitations or as a reading during your ceremony – there are so many uses for these delightful words…
On this day I will marry
My Best Friend
The one who shares
My Dreams, Laughter
Life and Love.
Today two lives
Will become one,
United by vows
Spoken with love.
Love lights
the hearts of those
who share it.
Take my hand
Walk with me
Share my life,
Laughter and love.
Two lives, two hearts
Joined in friendship
Joined in love.
Our life together
Begins this day.
Two Hearts
Two Souls
One Love
For the rest of our lives.
Love is a smile to share,
an ear to listen
and a heart to love.
For more wedding ideas, visit – http://www.veryspecialonline.com.au/pages/wedding_verses_messages.html
‘Very Special’ things at ‘Very Special’ prices
Just checking in to let everyone know about some gorgeous flower girl dresses and communion dresses that we have just marked down to make way for some new stock. These beautiful garments are now reduced by $50 – $70 each so pop in for a visit or check them out on our website today! Limited stock available. Here’s a little sneak peak of what’s on offer…
A magical time
Easter is such a magical time, particularly when celebrated with the true meaning in mind. Church communities across the world come together to reflect and give thanks by enjoying beautiful ceremonies and family gatherings.
Palm Sunday and Orthodox Easter candles are now available in our store for children to take to church over the coming weekends. If you’re looking for the perfect Easter gift for your child, godchild, or grandchild, you may find our candles inspiring.
Pop in for a visit or contact us for more information.
www.veryspecialonline.com.au
Meaningful Messages
Looking for something meaningful to include on a christening invitation, or something lovely to write in a baptism card? Perhaps you need inspiration for a decorated baptismal candle, or a reading for your baby’s naming ceremony… We hope you find this collection of popular wording ideas, verses and messages helpful. Youc an find more here – http://www.veryspecialonline.com.au/pages/christening_verses_messages.html
Love, Joy and
Wonderful Dreams,
All the sweetest things
That a baby brings.
Filling our arms with love
And our hearts with happiness.
Our precious gift from heaven
Is welcomed into our family
With love.
On this special day
We celebrate love and new life.
May this special day
Be filled with blessings
And may your future
Be full of joy, hope and love.
May your naming day
Be filled with joy
And may your life
Be blessed with hope and love.
Our tiny treasure
More precious than gold,
Has captured our hearts,
Forever to hold.
Babies are a sweet reminder
Of God’s amazing, perfect love.
On your Christening/Baptism Day
May the grace of God
Shine upon you
And may his love
Be with you forever.
Long time, no blog…
I’ve been so incredibly slack with the blog over the past few months and have decided it is time to get into it again! It is so easy for one’s focus to shift elsewhere when trying to get a business off the ground, but I’m always finding inspirational ideas relating to special occasions, online and in the ‘real world’ and would really love to share these ‘finds’ with any of you out there who may be reading.
The blog has had a mini makeover today too, courtesy of some free online resources and my own limited knowledge, so I hope it is a little more pleasant to look at while you’re visiting!
I invite you to check back in from time to time, to see what’s new at Very Special Celebrations, and in the world of weddings, christenings and other special occasions!
Have a lovely day…
Vikki
www.veryspecialonline.com.au
