The Engagement

The engagement ring which was known as a betrothal ring was use to serve as a partial payment for the bride and the grooms honorable intentions. Diamonds were used in the rings due to its hardness; symbolizing enduring love; this costume originated from Italy.

Most men propose without a ring in their hand although having a ring is a tradition in many parts of the world. Most men express their love by purchasing the most expensive ring; some people use a wedding band with or without diamonds, while others wait until they can afford one. Couples today discuss engagement and marriage when they make the decision to become engaged they then together make a trip to the jewelry store.

A diamond is still the usual choice symbolizing love and fidelity, but colored gems can be used. Many brides uses either their birthstone or their groom. Colored gems are less expensive and you can choose a much larger one. Classic solitaires are the most popular style. Solitaires come in the following styles: round, princess, heart, oval, marquise, emerald, pear, asscher, and trillium shape. Make sure your jewelry is insured. The most popular solitaire is the round.

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*A widow wears her ring until she is engaged again it should be transferred to the right hand
*A divorcee removes her ring when marriage ends or transfer to the right hand until she is married again
*Engagement ring should be returned if engagement is broken
*Rings should be chosen to flatter the wearer
*You should move your engagement ring to the right hand during the wedding

*Your wedding ring closer to the heart
*The plain wedding bands are the most popular for men

How to Love!?

We often find ourselves on a search for that special someone. We feel as if there is an empty void inside of us that needs to be filled. Some of us feel as if they have to be in a relationship and then after being in several different relationships often ending the same, can’t figure out why our relationships never succeed. You are missing the most important piece. You must LOVE YOURSELF FIRST!!! How can you love anyone if you do not love yourself? Take the time and get to know yourself. Learn your likes, dislikes, strengths, weaknesses, figure out your long and short term goals, and most of all figure out what makes YOU happy. Notice I said you, not everyone else. What do you stand for? What is your worth? Some often get wrapped up in the outer appearance; anyone can dress themselves up. After you attract the man for all the wrong reasons, and he gets what he wants; what’s next? We all have played the fool, but it is time to smarting up and make better decisions. Just because you made a bad decision doesn’t mean you can’t change the situation and have to stay in it. Best Regards------Malika

Black Pocket Ensemble with Lipstick Flourish Design 100 for $388.90

This exciting ensemble includes reception and respond cards with the invitation - all tucked neatly in a black pocket folder. Optional accommodation and direction cards may also be added. Imprint color and format only as shown. Ensemble includes glue dots to hold invitation in place. Single white outer envelopes.

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Customize Your Bridal Look!!!

Create your own look for your wedding day. You and your bridal party can have free unlimited makeovers @ www.marykay.com/malikawaters Our Custom Compact is only $65.50 includes: Mary Kay Mineral Eye Colors (3)
Mary Kay Cheek Color
Mary Kay Crème Lipstick
Compact Cheek Brush
Eye Applications (pk./2)
You can have fun with this in your own home. Choose hairstyles, accessories, and makeup. You can even upload your own picture and do a before and after.

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Bridal Registries

It's very exciting choosing items for your bridal registry, that will be enjoyed for many years to come. Bridal registries, eliminates the guest work ensuring you get an item of your choice. When chosing items, consider; practicality, multiple registries, shower gifts, and classic or nouveau items. It is not proper etiquettes to send registry information with your invitations. Make sure both parents have the registry information along with your siblings, close friends, and bridesmaids, because they will be the ones most often asked.

A wedding web page is a great way to inform your guests. If you do not have one you can make one at the following sites: mywedding.com, weddingwebsites.com, ewedding.com, and momentville.com

Contact our wedding expert at malika@weddingsofgrace.us for more information or visit our website at www.weddingsofgrace.us

Floral Embossed Place Cards

This white, embossed place card is available with your names and lines for you to write your guest's name and table number assignment. Available only in the format shown.

Folded size is 4 1/4" x 2" Price: $43.00 for 25 Item Number: MGJ10149PC

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Gold Heart Serving Set

Heart accents and a heart shaped server are available in gold plating. Server blade size is 5" and knife blade is 8". Set can be personalized with names and wedding date.

Gold-Tone Heart Handle Serving Set - Blank $41.95 each

Gold-Tone Heart Handle Serving Set - Personalized $45.95 each

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Personalized Silver Heart Serving Set $40.95

A raised heart design accents the silver-plated handles of this serving set. The server has a 6" heart shaped blade for extra romance. The knife has an 8" blade. Set can be personalized with names and wedding date.

Silver Heart Serving Set - Blank $36.95 each

Silver Heart Serving Set - Personalized $40.95 each

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Natural Tone Guest Book

Gold foil leaves sneak their way onto the cover of this textured, natural tone guest book with a matching gold foil title. This book may be personalized with your first names and wedding date on a gold-tone plate. Please specify names and date. Visit www.weddingsofgrace.us to order.

Natural Tone Guest Book - Blank $24.90

Natural Tone Guest Book - Personalized $28.90

Brown Shimmer Panel with Embossed Swirls

This exciting non-folding invitation features an embossed dark brown swirl design. Invitation and enclosures available only with flat gold or flat silver imprint. Ecru envelopes. Flush left format. Specify first names and wedding date for bottom right corner. Shown in flat gold ink, CPG and TCS lettering styles. Order today www.weddingsofgrace.us

Glitz and Glam Collection

Black satin collection with white grosgrain ribbon and faceted gem accents. This collection includes flower basket, ring pillow, guest book, pen set, unity candle and garter. You may purchase the complete set of 6 blank items for a reduced price or purchase certain pieces individually at regular price. Contact weddings of grace for more info @ www.weddingsofgrace.us

Bride & Groom Wedding Favors

Even the favor boxes are dressed for the occasion! Tuxedo boxes are complete with stand-up collars and lapels, and gown boxes are punched with holes for tying with included white ribbon. Order today at www.weddingsofgrace.us

Save-the-Date

Let your guests know of your upcoming wedding event with this photo save-the-date.Order by 7-26-11 and receive 20% off. 126.90 for 100

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Customize Your Look

Create your own look for your wedding day. You and your bridal party can have free unlimited makeovers @ www.marykay.com/malikawaters Our Custom Compact is only $65.50 includes: Mary Kay Mineral Eye Colors (3)
Mary Kay Cheek Color
Mary Kay Crème Lipstick
Compact Cheek Brush
Eye Applications (pk./2)

You can have fun with this in your own home. Choose hairstyles, accessories, and makeup. You can even upload your own picture and do a before and after.

Contact Weddings of Grace for more information!!!! weddingsofgrace@aol.com

Heart Stemmed Flutes

Item of the Week 20% off (discount expires 7/12/11)

The silver-plated stems of these flutes join in the form of a heart. Each flute is 10" tall, holds 6 ounces and may be engraved with your first names and wedding date. Specify first names and wedding date.


Silver Plated Heart Stem Flutes - Blank

$41.95 each

Silver Plated Heart Stem Flutes - Personalized

$45.95 each

DIY Centerpiece

Something just as simple and elegant as this centerpiece can be easily duplicated and tweaked to fit your unique style for your wedding day! You can use flowers and colors of your choice, use or not use candles, put a round or square mirror under it, you don't have to use four cylinders; you can use 3 or even narrow it down to one; play with the diameter of the vase, you can add gems, rocks, etc. Put some rose petals or other elements of your choice around the centerpiece. It's your day, why not have it your way!!!

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