tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-377738112024-03-19T16:58:00.116+08:00Wo Yao Jie Hun Le - Your Unique Wedding Guide... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.comBlogger221125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-48277763642209887582014-09-01T16:30:00.000+08:002014-09-10T16:30:48.095+08:00Your Unique Ring Pillow and Alternatives<img align="left" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9ZjpSTNSLho/R3TekJH63gI/AAAAAAAAAB4/Ma8BF1cHl6o/s400/woyaojiehunle_weddingbears.jpg" style="padding-right: 20px;" /> Some couples prefer a more unique way of displaying their wedding bands instead of using the traditional silk or satin pillow.<br />
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Uniqueness can come from using a themed object that matches the wedding motif or items that match the theme of the wedding, such as a decorative shell for a beach wedding or a crystal carriage for a romantic touch.<br />
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Make your wedding a themed wedding from decorations to party favours, and of course, the unique ring pillow!<br />
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<span style="font-size: 12px;">Photo courtesy from Nashberry & wife, and SG@Ministry.of.bearbrick</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12px;">We found this at LEGO®</span></div>
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<strong>Wedding Glasses</strong><br />
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Simple yet unique, a very practical keepsake for your big day. Have it your way and use the glasses to do the toasting at your banquet lunch/dinner !<br />
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<img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ZjpSTNSLho/SOwzZ7Td6wI/AAAAAAAAAbs/QvEM_UKymKE/s400/pm_glasses.JPG" /> <img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ZjpSTNSLho/SKRnkVyTOpI/AAAAAAAAAZY/zVM0wyOt_eQ/s400/glass_pillow.jpg" /></div>
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>Precious Moments</i></span><span style="font-size: 78%;">.</span></div>
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<strong>Dish it out</strong><br />
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Engrave your wedding details or wedding vows on this simple stylish dish. A perfect place to hold your rings when you are not wearing them.<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>Etsy - Paloma's Nest</i>.</span></div>
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<strong>Ring chest</strong><br />
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Choose a specially designed, oversized ring box that is elaborately decorated to suit your Cinderella or Princess themed wedding ! This is a more secure option for the wedding bands without needing to tie them to a pillow.<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>Sincerity Weddings</i></span><span style="font-size: 78%;">.</span></div>
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<strong>3D Pop Out World - Cinderella Pumpkin Coach</strong><br />
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This DIY pumpkin coach would be an excellent wedding bands holder for a Cinderella themed wedding !<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at a stall at Forum Shopping Centre.</span></div>
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<strong>Angel Clay Figures</strong><br />
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Ever pictured your perfect wedding ? Customised your very own dolly with the background of your dream with Angel Clay or traditional clay !<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">Photo courtesy from Mr & Mrs Loh. Angel Clay found at <i>X-Ordinary Craftz & Giftz</i>.</span></div>
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<strong>Bird's Nest</strong><br />
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Holding your wedding in the park or garden ? Why not DIY a bird's nest to hold that precious wedding bands of yours ! Visit this <a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/2008/01/28/my-diy-ring-pillow/" target="_blank">website</a> to learn how.<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>muscari by Easter Yu</i>.</span></div>
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<strong>Dog Wings Ring Holder</strong><br />
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If you have a pet dog tamed enough to attend your ceremony, engage him to be your ring bearer ! How to DIY your own dog wings ? Visit shops that sell party kits to get the Angel Wings, then add on elastic leg front bands, a marabou pouf and satin ribbon to hold the rings.<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>Moments of Elegance</i>.</span></div>
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<strong>Glass Slipper</strong><br />
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Remember the glass slipper that brought Prince Charming and Cinderella together ? Convert special wedding favours into your unique wedding band holder !<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>Bellenza</i>.</span></div>
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<strong>Seashell</strong><br />
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What can you do to make that wedding by the seaside perfect ? Visit art shops and DIY your very own seashell ring holder !<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>Wedding Whimsy</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>muscari by Easter Yu</i>.</span></div>
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<strong>Personalised Pillow</strong><br />
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If you still prefer a traditional ring pillow and yet want to stand out from the crowd, why not do a cross stitch of your favourite characters and use it to make a pillow. Add crystals or pearls for that romantic touch !<br />
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<strong>Ornament</strong><br />
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Found a special piece of decorative item you like very much ? Think of how you can turn it into a special ring pillow !! This sea urchin ornament can also be used to hold your rings and jewellery after your big day.<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>Etsy - Element Clay Studio</i>.</span></div>
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<strong>Top it up</strong><br />
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Check out these super cute handmade cake toppers !! Tie your rings to the handle of the topper and transformed it into the sweetest ring pillow !<br />
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<span style="font-size: 78%;">We found this at <i>Etsy - emiliefriday</i>.</span></div>
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<strong>Plush it !</strong><br />
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Tie a ribbon around your favourite plush to carry the rings for you. Otherwise, check out sweet little plushies to attach to your wedding pillow.<br />
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silver_angelzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09291487571848734967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-37737276474774102112013-10-08T13:41:00.000+08:002013-10-08T13:41:19.517+08:00Pop the question! Proposal ideasGuys, have you bought the proposal ring and are wondering how to pop the question to your lady? Here are some proposal ideas you can consider!<br />
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First things first. Consider the following before you propose.<br />
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Propose when it's a good time! Both of you should have talked about the future and you must be confident that she is ready to plan for the future with you. Pick a good time when she's feeling relaxed and happy to increase your chances of success.<br />
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Do you want this special moment to be done in private or public? You need to be able to be at ease to propose properly. Consider her preference too. You should know her best. Pick a place where both of you would be comfortable to be at. :)<br />
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Go for an adventure ride and ask friends to help you out! Flash proposal cards when there's a photo corner! Go with her to view the photos at the photo booth and give her a surprise.<br />
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If things are not able to go the way as planned, don't fret! Just be genuine and sincere and if she can feel your love and how much you want to marry her, we are sure she will be touched and accept your proposal. If need be, make up for it by going for a nice treat afterwards. Be brave and pop the question!<br />
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<i>Do share with us your success stories or proposal ideas at <a href="mailto:woyaojiehunle@gmail.com" target="_blank">woyaojiehunle@gmail.com</a>! We are sure our readers will be keen to know how you won her over. :)</i></div>
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Happy shopping!Wo Yao Jie Hun Lehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02624255530681022179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-89767750785706578562011-03-04T19:01:00.005+08:002014-01-14T00:31:23.998+08:00Alternative Solemnisation Venues<a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=37773811" name="top"></a>In Singapore, other than having your solemnisation at the Registry of Marriages or hotels, there are many other interesting places to create the everlasting moment. Here are some of the places we chanced upon ... <br />
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/2007/08/alternative-solemnisation-venues.html#indoor">[ INDOOR VENUES ]</a> <a href="http://www.blogger.com/2007/08/alternative-solemnisation-venues.html#outdoor">[ OUTDOOR VENUES ]</a> <a href="http://www.blogger.com/2007/08/alternative-solemnisation-venues.html#clubs">[ CLUBS ]</a> <a href="http://www.blogger.com/2007/08/alternative-solemnisation-venues.html#museums">[ MUSEUMS ]</a><br />
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<a alt=" Carnival & Co." href="http://carnivalandco.blogspot.com/" target="_blank" title=" Carnival & Co."><img height="100px" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/4700/2850/400/45287593909_0_BG.0.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Halia Restaurant" href="http://www.thehalia.com/" target="_blank" title="Halia Restaurant"><img height="100px" src="http://thehalia.com/sbg/wp-content/uploads/IMG_3712-2.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Essential Brew" href="http://www.essentialbrew.com/weddings.htm" target="_blank" title="Essential Brew"><img height="100px" src="http://www.essentialbrew.com/images/stories/img/functions/weddingsom02.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Flutes at the Fort" href="http://www.flutesatthefort.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Flutes at the Fort"><img height="100px" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/R9FimnryT1I/AAAAAAAAE0g/AccBQitlXko/s400/flutes.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a alt="Pasta Fresca Da Salvatore" href="http://www.pastafresca.com/Catering.php" target="_blank" title="Pasta Fresca Da Salvatore"><img height="100px" src="http://www.pastafresca.com/images/PastaFrescaLogo.png" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Poppy Inc" href="http://www.poppy.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Poppy Inc"><img height="100px" src="http://www.poppy.com.sg/img/wedding/themes/happy_brights/img_main.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Singapore Flyer" href="http://www.singaporeflyer.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Singapore Flyer"><img height="100px" src="http://www.singaporeflyer.com/wp-content/uploads/Solemnization.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a alt="The Arts House" href="http://www.theartshouse.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="The Arts House"><img height="100px" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/RrM21WBHrFI/AAAAAAAADhc/wVl6bBsuPsc/s400/eartshse.JPG" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="The Blue Ginger Restaurant" href="http://www.theblueginger.com/" target="_blank" title="The Blue Ginger Restaurant"><img height="100px" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ZjpSTNSLho/SlljpmNp2aI/AAAAAAAAAqQ/w73Vbx2QmDA/s400/tbgr.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="The Pod @ NLB" href="http://www.nlb.gov.sg/Corporate.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=Corporate_portal_page_usefullLinks&node=corporate/Useful%20Links/Rental%20Facilities&corpCareerNLBParam=Rental_Facilities" target="_blank" title="The Pod @ NLB"><img height="100px" src="http://www.nlb.gov.sg/ShowBinary/BEA%20Repository/corporate/Images/facilities_The_POd" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a alt="Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa" href="http://www.amarahotels.com/en/locations/sanctuary/index.html" target="_blank" title="Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa"><img height="100px" src="http://sentosa.amarahotels.com/content/content_3460_6.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Bistro @ Changi" href="http://changibistro.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Bistro @ Changi"><img height="100px" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FEcfK2oqyuc/UtQUrVVZ2ZI/AAAAAAAAOKU/rsK3F8ipNkU/s1600/bistrochangi.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Bottle Tree Park" href="http://www.bottletree.com.sg/?cat=22/" target="_blank" title="Bottle Tree Park"><img height="100px" src="http://www.bottletree.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/btkn_003.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="My Secret Garden" href="http://www.mysg.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="My Secret Garden"><img height="100px" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/RrMbY2BHrCI/AAAAAAAADhE/M1rZnK-bwW0/s400/mysg.JPG" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a alt="One Rochester" href="http://www.onerochester.com/" target="_blank" title="One Rochester"><img height="100px" src="http://www.1-host.sg/images/hm-img-1.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Sentosa" href="http://www.sentosa.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Sentosa"><img height="100px" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/RrNWvWBHrJI/AAAAAAAADh8/nfYuZtcNOxY/s400/sentosa.JPG" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="The Courtyard @ NLB" href="http://www.nlb.gov.sg/Corporate.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=Corporate_portal_page_usefullLinks&node=corporate/Useful%20Links/Rental%20Facilities&corpCareerNLBParam=Rental_Facilities" target="_blank" title="The Courtyard @ NLB"><img height="100px" src="http://www.nlb.gov.sg/ShowBinary/BEA%20Repository/corporate/Images/faciities_countryyard" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a alt="Orchid Country Club" href="http://www.orchidclub.com/" target="_blank" title="Orchid Country Club"><img height="100px" src="http://www.singaporebrides.com/venue/occ/images/occ_3.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Raffles Town Club" href="http://www.rafflestownclub.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Raffles Town Club"><img height="100px" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_IlgxobSiR2c/R2oSIvQ0hXI/AAAAAAAAAUU/XTFTSQsUIEw/s320/133059.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Seletar Country Club" href="http://www.seletarclub.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Seletar Country Club"><img height="100px" src="http://www.seletarclub.com.sg/images/event_banquet_pic.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <br />
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<a alt="Asian Civilisations Museum" href="http://www.acm.org.sg/venuehire/venuehire.asp" target="_blank" title="Asian Civilisations Museum"><img height="100px" src="http://www.acm.org.sg/img/venuehire/riveroom1.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="National Museum of Singapore" href="http://www.nationalmuseum.sg/" target="“_blank”" title="National Museum of Singapore"><img height="100px" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/SMDuhyEX0QI/AAAAAAAAFt0/mLnMRQsAntE/s400/nms.JPG" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <br />
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<a alt="Gardenasia" href="http://www.gardenasia.com/" target="_blank" title="Gardenasia"><img height="100px" src="http://www.gardenasia.com/2010/gallery/wedfranjipani/17_t.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="National Parks" href="http://www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=145&Itemid=138" target="_blank" title="National Parks"><img height="100px" src="http://www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/images/visitor-guide/wedding-banner.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Wildlife Reserves Singapore" href="http://eventsales.wrs.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Wildlife Reserves Singapore"><img height="100px" src="http://eventsales.wrs.com.sg/images/banner/banner-corporateevent-SZ.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <br />
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<a alt="Amara Singapore Hotel" href="http://www.amarahotels.com/en/locations/singapore/" target="_blank" title="Amara Singapore Hotel"><img height="100px" src="http://static.asiawebdirect.com/m/phuket/hotels/www-singapore-com/amara/facilities/pageContent/01/highlightedBox/0/image/facilities04.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Carlton Hotel" href="http://www.carlton.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Carlton Hotel"><img height="100px" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/RrMwnWBHrEI/AAAAAAAADhU/8Z3cXWkvFNA/s400/carlton.JPG" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Changi Village Hotel" href="http://www.changivillage.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="Changi Village Hotel"><img height="100px" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Gbg53XJedug/SAt3ALsTLRI/AAAAAAAAAvs/QzALyYacXxA/s400/Pool+Side+Solemnization.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" w="" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Parkroyal on Beach Road" href="http://www.parkroyalhotels.com/hotels/singapore/beach_road/parkroyal/index.html" target="_blank" title="Parkroyal on Beach Road"><img height="100px" src="http://www.parkroyalhotels.com/media/Images/Countries/Singapore/Beach_Road/Parkroyal/Gallery/Hotel/Pool_PBEA.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a alt="Raffles Marina" href="http://www.rafflesmarina.com.sg/index.html" target="_blank" title="Raffles Marina"><img height="100px" src="http://www.rafflesmarina.com.sg/images/clubhousephoto13.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel" href="http://www.millenniumhotels.com/MCIL.nsf/lu_hoteldoc/777$$hoteldescription?opendocument" target="_blank" title="Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel"><img height="100px" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/RpOvC_EOwbI/AAAAAAAADWQ/4v7lM0_wBOQ/s400/gch04.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Four Seasons Hotel" href="http://www.fourseasons.com/singapore" target="“_blank”" title="Four Seasons Hotel"><img height="100px" src="http://www.fourseasons.com/image_library/SIN/SIN_027_320x400_web-large.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Sheraton Towers Singapore" href="http://www.sheratonsingapore.com/default.html" target="_blank" title="Sheraton Towers Singapore"><img height="100px" src="http://www.sheratonsingapore.com/assets/u/SheratonTowersSingapore-GrandBallroomWeddingBanquet.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a alt="Singapore Marriott Hotel" href="http://www.singaporemarriott.com/" target="_blank" title="Singapore Marriott Hotel"><img height="100px" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/R9FlOHryT2I/AAAAAAAAE0o/N4z7JpP24MU/s400/marriott.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="Swissôtel Merchant Court" href="http://www.swissotel.com/EN/Destinations/Singapore/Swissotel%20Merchant%20Court/Hotel%20Home/Hotel%20Home" target="_blank" title="Swissôtel Merchant Court"><img height="100px" src="http://www.swissotel.com/assets/0/92/2119/3454/3493/3495/3504/09d4f65d-67c6-4d20-a87f-369afbfe0da1.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="The Legends" href="http://www.legendsfortcanning.com/" target="_blank" title="The Legends"><img height="100px" src="http://mail.legendsfortcanning.com/images/image_events_functionroom.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a alt="Celestial Planners (Yacht Facilities)" href="http://www.freewebs.com/celestialplanners" target="_blank" title="Celestial Planners (Yacht Facilities)"><img height="100px" src="http://www.freewebs.com/celestialplanners/yacht-pic-web.gif" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="IndoFalcon Shipping & Travel Pte Ltd" href="http://www.indofalcon.com.sg/" target="_blank" title="IndoFalcon Shipping & Travel Pte Ltd"><img height="100px" src="http://www.indofalcon.com.sg/sites/default/files/6-images.gif" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a> <a alt="The Long Ranger" href="http://www.asiaconcierge.net/long_ranger.htm" target="_blank" title="The Long Ranger"><img height="100px" src="http://www.asiaconcierge.net/images/yachts/yachts-LR.jpg" style="padding-right: 10px;" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/2007/08/alternative-solemnisation-venues.html#top">Back to top</a>... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-68692875401612026942011-02-02T13:22:00.000+08:002011-02-03T08:53:37.963+08:00ROM Preparation ChecklistHere's a checklist in preparation for your ROM. A ROM is as equally important as your customary wedding because you will exchange vows with each other and be legally married!<br />
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The following are a basic list of things you have to prepare before your ROM.<br />
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<strong>1. Pick a date and E-file at </strong><a href="http://app.rom.gov.sg/internet/index.asp" target="_blank"><strong>ROM's</strong></a><strong> website.</strong><br />
Please note that the solemnisation can only take place after 21 days of E-file and within 3 months of E-file.<br />
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Read <a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2007/12/guide-for-solemnization.html" target="_blank">Guide for Solemnization</a><br />
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<strong>2. Solemnizer / Justice of Peace (JP).</strong><br />
You have to choose a Solemnizer for your ROM only<u> if you are holding it outside of ROM grounds</u>. <br />
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<strong>3. 2 Witnesses.</strong><br />
Anyone above the age of 21 years old can be the witnesses for your wedding.<br />
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<strong>4. Attire.</strong><br />
<u>For the Groom</u><br />
Coat<br />
Shirt<br />
Tie<br />
Shoes<br />
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<div></div><u>For the Bride</u><br />
Dress <br />
Accessories ( Earrings, Necklaces etc. Prepare your own in case the make up artist's accessories are not suitable )<br />
Shoes<br />
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<img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Before you sign up for your Bridal package, ask the Bridal Studio to throw in a Coat and Dress for your ROM. If you have a bridal package already, negotiate with the Bridal Studio to provide the attire for you at a nominal top up fee. <br />
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<div></div><strong>5. Makeup and Nails</strong><br />
<u>Makeup</u><br />
Source for a Makeup Artist to do your makeup and hair.<br />
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<img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Check with your Bridal Studio to provide the following services if possible. This will be a cbeck on the skills of your Makeup Artist and can be considered as part of the Trial Makeup in the Bridal package. <br />
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<div></div><div><u>Manicure and Pedicure</u></div><div>The photographer will be zooming in on your hands when you exchange rings so please make sure that your hands and nails are at their most presentable!</div><div></div><br />
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<strong>6. Bouquet of Flowers.</strong><br />
Choose a bouquet of flowers that will go along with your dress.<br />
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<strong>7. Wedding Bands and Ring Pillow</strong><br />
Source for your wedding bands and make sure they are ready at least 2 weeks before your ROM. Most jewellery stores provide complimentary Ring Pillows but be creative and look for alternative sources of Ring Pillows or customize your very own Ring Pillow!<br />
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Read <a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2008/03/your-unique-ring-pillow-and.html" target="_blank">Your Unique Ring Pillow and Alternatives.</a><br />
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Lots of people fumble when it comes to tying their rings to the Ring Pillow on the day of their ceremony! Be sure to read <a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2008/02/tie-them-to-ring-pillow.html" target="_blank">Tie Them to the Ring Pillow.</a><br />
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<strong>8. Guest List</strong><br />
Do note that there are only a limited number of guests you can invite if you are holding your ceremony in ROM. Decide carefully on who you should invite. <br />
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If you are holding your ceremony out of ROM's premises, check with the venue organizer what is the min and max number of guests you can invite.<br />
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<strong>9. Photographer / Videographer</strong><br />
Usually on the day of your ROM, couples would just engage the photographer to capture shots of the lovely moments when the couple exchange their vows and rings. But why not get a videographer to capture the everlasting moment on film? <br />
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<img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> During the wedding banquet, a video of the couple exchanging vows can be broadcasted to your guests.<br />
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<strong>10. Venue</strong><br />
Are you going to hold your ROM within or out of ROM's premises?<br />
The venue has to be decided and confirmed before you E-file. You get to customise your own vows , wedding decorations , invite more guests, dine and wine with your guests if you do it outside so why not? If you want just a simple ceremony, holding it within ROM would be best. <br />
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If you are holding your ROM externally, check if the venue organizer is able to do up any decorations for you. If not, you can opt to do up your own decoration with the help of your family and friends. <br />
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Read <a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2007/08/alternative-solemnisation-venues.html" target="_blank">Alternative Solemnization Venues.</a><br />
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<strong>11. Reception after the ceremony</strong><br />
If your ceremony is within ROM's premises<br />
You could book a place and catch up with your family and friends for a celebration. Plan your transport arrangements in advance so the group is well taken care of. <br />
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If you are holding it externally<br />
The venue organizer will take care of the food and seating arrangements. <br />
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<strong>12. Prepare your vows</strong><br />
If you are holding your ceremony out of ROM grounds, you can prepare your own set of vows. Do let the solemnizer know about your plans or ask if he/she has a sample for you to read out on that day. <br />
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Read <a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2007/07/wedding-vows.html" target="_blank">Wedding Vows</a>.<br />
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<strong>Check on the following a day before your ROM</strong><br />
<ul><li>Ensure your attire is ready.</li>
<li>IC of Groom and Bride. Remind the 2 Witnesses to bring their IC along.</li>
<li>ROM Certs* and relevant documents.</li>
<li>Give a courtesy call to your solemnizer, makeup artist,photographer/videographer to remind him/her about your ROM.</li>
<li>Token for your solemnizer to reimburse his/her tranport costs.*</li>
<li>Collect your bouquet of flowers.</li>
<li>Don't forget your wedding bands and ring pillow!</li>
<li>Sleep early the night before to look your best for your ROM!</li>
</ul><span style="font-size: x-small;">* If you are holding your ceremony out of ROM grounds.</span> <br />
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May all couples be blessed with a lifetime of <strong><span style="color:#ff6666;">BLISS</span> </strong>!Wo Yao Jie Hun Lehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02624255530681022179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-1168759314658726532010-08-13T10:07:00.000+08:002010-08-14T11:13:34.797+08:00Bridal Packages - The EssentialsBefore you sign up for a Bridal Package, it's good to ask yourselves the following questions:<br />- Do I want a ROM dress or tea dress ?<br />- Do I want many sets of gowns ?<br />- Do I want a lot of photos ?<br />- Do I want special effects or art on my photos ?<br />- Do I want to take photos at various locations ?<br />- Do I want to do overseas photoshoot ?<br />- Do I want coats for the Fathers or dresses for the Mothers, Sisters ?<br /><br />If you have a lot of 'wants', you should look for packages that can accomodate most of them so that additional top-ups are minimised and this could help you save a lot. A basic package can cost from $2k ~ $3k, but a package with more gowns, coats, photos bundled can cost from $3k ~ $6k.<br /><br />A Bridal Package should preferably have the following<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Gowns and Suits (for Photography and Actual Day)</span><br />1 Wedding gown<br />1 Evening gown<br />1 Tea Dress/Kua<br />1 Outdoor gown for photoshoot<br />Groom's suit<br /><span style="color: red; margin-left: 15px;"><b>Check !!</b></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether gowns are Off-The-Rack(OTR) or Made-To-Measure(MTM)</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Bargain on more gowns whenever possible</span><br /><span style="color: #6666cc; margin-left: 15px;"><b>Ask ??</b></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Rental cost of addtional gowns or coats</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Is the MTM gown for rental or keeps</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* 1st hand for OTR gowns or old design</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Deposit amount upon gown collection for Actual Day</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Make-up & Hairstyling</span><br />1 session of trial make-up (usually does not include hairstyling)<br />1 session for Photoshoot (usually change of make-up & hairstyling for each change of gown)<br />1 session in the Morning of Wedding Day<br />1 session in the Evening of Wedding Day<br /><span style="color: red; margin-left: 15px;"><b>Check !!</b></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether trial make-up can be used for ROM</span><br /><span style="color: #6666cc; margin-left: 15px;"><b>Ask ??</b></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Cost of ampoule and add-on eyelash</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Cost of hairstyling for trial make-up</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Cost of additional session if photoshoot is on 2 different days</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Cost of additional charges for early makeup service</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Flowers</span><br />Bouquet for Photoshoot<br />Bouquet for Wedding Day<br />Corsages (For Groom and both parents)<br /><span style="color: red;"><span style="margin-left: 15px;"><b>Check !!</b></span></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether bouquets are fake flowers or fresh flowers</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bridal Car</span><br />Rental of Bridal car with chauffeur and petrol provided<br />Decoration for Bridal Car<br />Extra sets of ribbons for accompanying cars<br /><span style="color: red;"><span style="margin-left: 15px;"><b>Check !!</b></span></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether can choose decoration on car or just colour of ribbon/lace</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether flowers used are fake flowers or fresh flowers</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* How many extra sets of ribbons are provided</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bridal Accessories</span><br />Provided by Bridal Shop or Makeup Artist for photoshoot<br />At least two sets (Tiara, Necklace, Earrings) for Wedding Day<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Photography</span><br />Studio Photography<br /><span style="color: red;"><span style="margin-left: 15px;"><b>Check !!</b></span></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether rental of studio is included</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Outdoor Photography (usually 2 locations)</span><br /><span style="color: #6666cc;"><span style="margin-left: 15px;"><b>Ask ??</b></span></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* To see portfolio of photographer(s)</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether need to provide transport for photographer(s)</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Cost of additional session if photoshoot is on 2 different days</span><br />An album should have at least 20 pieces of photos<br /><span style="color: red; margin-left: 15px;"><b>Check !!</b></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Bargain on more photos whenever possible</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* The type and size of album</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether digital enhancement, layout art is included</span><br /><span style="color: #6666cc; margin-left: 15px;"><b>Ask ??</b></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Cost per additional page or photo</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Cost for digital enhancement or layout art</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether cost is for one page or one photo</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">(in case of multiple photos on a page)</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether can keep all the sample photos/negatives/softcopies</span><br />CD-Rom containing the softcopies of photos selected for the album<br /><span style="color: red;"><span style="margin-left: 15px;"><b>Check !!</b></span></span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether softcopies of photos are those after touch up</span><br /><span style="margin-left: 15px;">* Whether softcopies of album layout is given</span><br />Portrait size photo with frame<br />Table top photo<br /><br /><b>Other things to check or ask ...</b><br />Design, Style, Workmanship, Quality of gowns<br />Validity period for package<br />Choosing of makeup artist<br />Choosing of photographer<br />Photography style<br />Album type and size<br />Additional deposits<br />Period to return gown/coat<br />Fixed bridal co-ordinatorsilver_angelzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09291487571848734967noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-30508517816872399502010-08-09T10:26:00.002+08:002010-08-09T10:33:09.833+08:00Happy National Day !WoYaoJieHunLe wishes Singapore a Happy 45th Birthday !<br /><br /><center><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/TF9ov6Gu4_I/AAAAAAAAKwE/s_MiIBVymsw/s1600/singapore45thbirthday.jpg"></center>... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-12103016300068716022010-06-06T10:41:00.004+08:002010-06-07T22:01:24.993+08:00Your wedding website =)Wedding websites are getting popular ever since the introduction of personal websites and blogs. Some couples use it as a platform to write about their love story, the hard work which goes into the preparations and can even include online registration for their banquet.<br /><br />Here's some free wedding websites if you wish to do up a nice lovely wedding website for you and your partner.<br /><br /><a href="http://tracking.bridaluxe.com/15/2054/6849/c/566/" target="_blank"><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/creative/566/566.jpg"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.mywedding.com/" target="_blank">My Wedding</a><br /><a href="http://weddingannouncer.com/" target="_blank">Wedding Announcer</a><br /><a href="http://www.weddingpath.com/" target="_blank">Wedding Path</a>silver_angelzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09291487571848734967noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-30372710165507239462010-06-02T15:26:00.001+08:002010-06-02T22:34:48.346+08:00Woodlands WaterfrontOne of the newest places to take your photos if you love sea views. Phase 1 of Woodlands Waterfront was open to the public in late May 2010 and Phase 2 will be completed in 3rd quarter of 2010.<br />
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Anyway here's a sneak preview of the area which seems great for photoshoots given that it is relatively new. Your album will consist of a refreshing change from the usual "hot" photo taking venues for now ... <br />
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It gives you great memories down the road and entertains your guests during the wedding dinner as they marvel at how wonderful you and your partner look to be in wedded bliss.<br /><br />Since the wedding photos will be one of your major wedding memobilia, its important to get a professional photographer who is able to capture your photos the way you want it to.<br /><br />Some very important factors to consider before you choose your photographer.<br /><br />* Check out for recommendations from your family and friends! If the services of a photographer has been tried out , tested and given the thumbs up (ask them to show you the album if you want assurance), you can shortlist them immediately.<br /><br />* The porfolio of the photographer is very important! Always request to view the works of the photographer that will be taking your photos. Ask to look at as many samples as possible to determine if you like the style. A complete wedding album would be much better than randomly selected shots as you want to view the entire works of a photoshoot instead of just a few good ones that the photographer has selected.<br /><br />* Professional photographers have different style of shooting photos. So its important to know what kind of photos you like and shortlist the photographer who can meet your requirements.<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#ff6600;">PHOTOJOURNALISTIC</span></strong> - Photos are taken spontaneously without any posing to capture moments and real emotions<br /><br /><center><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_IlgxobSiR2c/S4zC9C4ToqI/AAAAAAAAC74/_1IaFN6mnSM/s400/weddingpic1.jpg" /></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.123rf.com/photo_6553940.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://us.123rf.com/400wm/400/400/nruboc/nruboc1003/nruboc100300032/6553940.jpg" /></a></center><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#ff6600;">TRADITIONAL</span></strong> - Photos are taken with standard poses requested by the photographer<br /><br /><center><a href="http://www.123rf.com/photo_6193900.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://us.123rf.com/400wm/400/400/paylessimages/paylessimages0912/paylessimages091200370/6193900.jpg" /></a></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.123rf.com/photo_2141643.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://us.123rf.com/400wm/400/400/iofoto/iofoto0711/iofoto071103141/2141643.jpg" /></a></center><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#ff6600;">GLAMOUR</span></strong> - The couple takes centrestage and are portrayed in a romantic or sexy manner<br /><br /><center><a href="http://www.123rf.com/photo_5590064.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://us.123rf.com/400wm/400/400/perkus/perkus0909/perkus090900061/5590064.jpg" /></a></center><br /><center><a href="http://www.123rf.com/photo_3434753.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://us.123rf.com/400wm/400/400/nruboc/nruboc0808/nruboc080800067/3434753.jpg" /></a></center><br /><br />* Try to meet up with the photographer to discuss on what you would like to be featured and agree on the style of your photos. You can take this chance to discuss on the locations for your photoshoot as well. While meeting up, you can also determine if you are able to click well with the photographer. You have to be comfortable when taking photos and if you are able to work well with the photographer, you will definitely look happier and nicer in photos!<br /><br />* How experienced is your photographer in taking wedding photos? Experience definitely counts as they know where and when is the best time for taking outdoor shots.<br /><br /><strong>What to check with the photographer</strong><br /><ul><li>Make sure that the photographer will be the one taking your photos on the day of the photoshoot and not the assistant! Ask what happens if the photographer is unable to make it on your photoshoot (for valid reasons), would the photoshoot be cancelled or will there be a replacement photographer? </li><li>When would the photos be ready for selection and when would the wedding album be ready. You have to make sure that the photos are on time for your Actual Day.</li><li>If you are not driving or fetching the photographer to your photoshoot locations, check if transport costs are chargeable.</li><li>Check on the cost of extra photos you might want to add on as a reference ( Negotiate on a pricing after you have selected your photos as they should be eager to sell you more photos. )</li></ul><br /><br /><center><img src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/1146/335/1600/hrgreen.gif" /></center><br /><br /><b>Related Topics</b><br /><a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2008/05/preparation-for-photoshoot.html" target="_blank">Preparation for your photoshoot</a><br /><a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2008/07/come-here-for-your-photoshoot.html" target="_blank">Venues for your photoshoot!</a><br /><a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2008/09/when-it-comes-to-choosing-your-album.html" target="_blank">Choosing photos for your album</a>Wo Yao Jie Hun Lehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02624255530681022179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-51174016149843546692010-02-16T11:55:00.003+08:002010-02-20T11:07:13.076+08:00Preparation for 过大礼Over the years, the elements of the traditional Chinese wedding ceremony undergone changes and have been simplified to the traditional "basics" of the <strong>Three Letters</strong> and <strong>Six Rites</strong>.<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size: 130%;">Three Letters (三书)</span></strong><br />- Betrothal Letter<br />- Gift Letter<br />- Wedding Letter<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 130%;"><strong>Six Rites</strong></span>- The Proposal (求婚)<br />- Birth Date Matching (对生辰八日)<br />- Formal Betrothal (提亲)<br />- Wedding Gifts Presentation (下娉/过大礼)<br />- Wedding Date Selection (选吉日)<br />- Wedding Day (传统婚礼)<br /><br /><blockquote>The wedding day had further associated ceremonies of: bridal bed setup; hair combing ceremony (上头); bridal procession; wedding ritual; wedding feast; nuptial rites and the return to the bride’s family home.</blockquote><span style="font-size: 130%;"><strong>Wedding Gifts Presentation (下娉/过大礼)</strong></span>The groom and a friend or a matchmaker will pay a visit to the bride’s family, bearing the "bride price (娉金)" and betrothal gifts (娉礼) in sets of even numbers. The betrothal gifts are delivered up to a month and at least three days before the wedding day.<br /><br /><blockquote><strong>What are the Gifts?</strong><br /><br />Gifts may include incense, rice crackers, sweets (e.g. winter melon, rock sugar), roast pig or pig’s leg, jewellery, tea, lotus seeds, logan, red/green beans, red dates, nutmeg, oranges, pomegranate, lily, wine, bridal cakes, coconuts, betrothal jewellery and other items, depending on local customs, family wealth and requirements from the other bridal party.<br /><br /><img align="left" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_IlgxobSiR2c/SBbtvmqhWgI/AAAAAAAAAkQ/yihPPaE4bL0/s320/GDL.jpg" style="margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;" width="150" /> Nowadays, the basic gifts from the groom include: "bride price (娉金)"; a pair of dragon and phoenix candles (龙凤烛); 2 bottles of liquor; boxes of traditional cakes (number to be determined by bride’s family beforehand) and 12 oranges (signifying each month of a year).</blockquote><br /><br /><br /><strong>The recommended list of items (which is usually decided during Formal Betrothal 提亲)</strong><br />* Bride price 娉金<br />* Wedding biscuits / cakes 喜饼 <br />* 2 bottles of liquors<br />* 2 pairs of dragon and phoenix candles (龙凤烛)<br />* 1 set of si dian jin (四点金)<br />* 24 cans of pig trotters<br />* 12 oranges<br />* Sweet food items like rock sugar, melon sugar, lotus seeds<br />* Diaper ang pow (尿布钱)<br />* Ang pow for match maker (if any)<br />* Big basket --> for groom to bring the gifts and for bride to return to groom<br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size: 130%;">Returning Gifts (回礼) and Delivering Dowry (送嫁妆)</span></strong><br />The bride's family will accept the gifts and return part of the bride price and gifts so as not to present a picture of "trading off" their daughter. The bridal cakes will be distributed to relatives and friends, as a way of notifying them of the impending marriage.<br /><br />The bride's family will also send the dowry to the groom's home with much fanfare. Dowry items may include new clothes, a chamber pot, filled for the occasion with fruit and strings of coins, and other items necessary for a wife to keep house with.<br /><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif"> Modern brides may choose to have household appliances, clothing, and other practical items as dowry instead. Just remember to stick the "Double Happiness (喜喜)" sticker on all items.<br /><br /><strong>The items to be returned (回礼)</strong><br />* 2 bottles of honey or sweet syrup in exchange for the liquors<br />* A portion of the bride price (娉金)<br />* A portion of wedding biscuits /cakes (喜饼)<br />* A portion of the pig trotters<br />* 2 phoenix candles (凤烛) --> The bride will will keep the dragon candles (龙烛)<br /><br /><strong>The recommended list of items for dowry (嫁妆)</strong><br />* Pants for groom<br />* Ang pows for groom's parents and unmarried siblings<br />* Ang pow for match maker (if any)<br />* Towels wrapped up as presents for groom's parents, grandparents and aunties<br />* 2 lamps (either battery operated or electrically operated) --> to be lighted on wedding day in groom & bride’s bedroom<br />* A set of bedsheet to be used for an chuang (安床)<br />* Comforter set, blankets, pillows, bolsters (tie together using red ribbon) <br />* A new set of pyjamas for the bride<br />* Xi 喜喜 stickers (include 2 big ones to paste master bedroom door and main wooden door)<br />* Sweet food items like longans, red dates, lotus seeds, rock sugar<br />* Variety of gold jewellery in a box for bride --> to show to the in-laws, then bride keep after actual day<br />* Items for the wife to keep house with<br /><ul><li>Baby bath pail</li><li>Face basin</li><li>Ruler</li><li>1 pair of fans (Not for Hainanese custom)</li><li>1 pair of home slippers (Not for Hainanese & Cantonese custom)</li><li>Spittoon (Nowadays potty is used)</li><li>1 Sewing Box with 6/8/12 rolls of threads + needles + scissors</li><li>Mirror, comb</li><li>Mouth rinse container</li></ul><br /><br /><br /><br /><center><img src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/1146/335/1600/hrgreen.gif" /><br /><b>You can get your 过大礼 items from</b><br /><br /><a href="http://www.shuangxile.com/" target="_blank"><img alt="www.shuangxile.com" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ZjpSTNSLho/S3DE_D3INoI/AAAAAAAAAws/ImqdS1jPnOs/s200/ShuangXiLe_WYJHL.png" title="www.shuangxile.com" width="200" /><br />Shuang Xi Le</a><br /><img src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/1146/335/1600/hrgreen.gif" /></center><br /><br /><strong>Related Topics</strong><br /><a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2007/12/modern-twist-to-notable-customs.html" target="_blank">Modern twist to notable 过大礼 customs</a>... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-7409506444498522142010-01-18T16:23:00.001+08:002010-01-18T16:25:27.544+08:00Pan Pacific Hotel - Pacific Ballroom<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Here's a review on Pan Pacific Hotel's Pacific Ballroom.<br />
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The Ballroom is spacious and rectangular in shape. Couples can consider doing an L-shaped march in from the left side for the first match in and right side for second match in or vice versa so they can do a longer march in and be able to engage more of the guests along the way. If not they can opt to do a direct match in from the centre , this would be a shorter route and guests who are sitting further away might not get to enjoy watching the blissful couple do their match in. Usually guests might feel left out if they are sitting too far away so do spare a thought for your guests!<br />
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There are no pillars in the ballroom and two big projector screens are available which enables guests to have a clear view of the surroundings. <br />
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<u><strong>Food</strong></u><br />
The food and serving portion is good! Guests are served individually by one waiter/waitress. The service is good and prompt and they will automatically top up your drinks. <br />
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<u><strong>Location</strong></u><br />
The carpark is utlizied jointly by shoppers in Marina Square and guests from other hotels. Be mindful as well that Pan Pacific has several ballrooms and could be holding several weddings together. If your guests are driving, its good to ask them to arrive early so they won't have to wait for parking space. It's quite torturous to wait for parking space on a weekend evening! If your guest arrive early and get a parking lot, you get to start the dinner early and on time as well. Win-Win situation. =)<br />
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For guests taking public transport, the mrt is nearby but they will have to walk for around 15 minutes to get to the hotel. If not there are direct buses to the area as well. <br />
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<u><strong>Reception Area</strong></u><br />
The reception area is spacious and good for guests to mingle and view photo albums while waiting for the ballroom to be opened.silver_angelzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09291487571848734967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-68973149429237638842010-01-17T11:23:00.003+08:002010-02-20T11:11:49.574+08:00Stage Your Own Hen's PartyInstead of making your bridesmaids cracking their brain on planning the party, stage your own party and have it your way !<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 180%;"><strong>PAMPER ME, PAMPER THEM</strong></span><br /><br />What can be more fulfilling than pampering yourself for the big day !<br /><br /><strong>Manicure</strong> - Treat your bridesmaids to a girly manicure session ! Contact <a href="http://goh-winsome.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #aa3e3e;"><strong>Winsome</strong></span></a> for your very own customized bridal nail art and a matching set for the bridesmaids ! This will make your guests go <span style="color: #ff0080;"><i><strong>Awwww</strong></i></span> and <span style="color: #ff0080;"><i><strong>Ooooh</strong></i></span> when you or your bridesmaids receive them at the reception lobby.<br /><br /><strong>Massage</strong> - If you enjoy massages, book a spa party package and ask for your own private room ! With so many types of spa massages to choose from – Aroma, Chocolate, Honey etc – who wouldn’t feel rejuvenate for the Big Day ?<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 180%;"><strong>MAKE IT WORK</strong></span><br /><br />Ever thought of making your own accessories or handmade gifts ? Or interested to boost your culinary skills ? Invite your bridesmaids to join you for a DIY workshop ! There are so many workshop available, have you found your favourite ?<br /><br /><strong>Bouquet Arrangement</strong> – Who says bouquet arrangement is limited to using flowers ? Check out how you can make hand bouquets using chocolate and soft toys too !<br /><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Pick up skills to make bridesmaid’s wrist corsages or even arrange your own hand bouquet.<br /><br /><strong>Clay Workshop</strong> – Create unique gifts using Korean clay and craft decorative cakes, sweets, animals and many more. You can make also make personalized dolly, photo frames, magnets and other useful gifts<br /><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Make unique wedding favours or a sweet photo frame to place your favourite wedding photo !<br /><br /><strong>Jewellery & Accessories Making</strong> – Design your own chokers, earrings, bracelets, hairpieces, handphone accessories … you name it !<br /><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Replace the traditional wrist corsages with the bracelet you design for the bridesmaids. If you are good at it, make a simple hairpiece and wear it on your wedding night.<br /><br /><strong>Mosaic Workshop</strong> – Make unique dazzling pieces of address plates, door hangers, mirrors using beads, glass, mirrors, shells, stones and even tile fragments<br /><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" />Wouldn’t it be nice to have a mosaic unit plate or a mirror for your love nest ?<br /><br /><strong>Scrap-booking</strong> – Do up a mini album showcasing your loved ones, friends or the most important moments in your life<br /><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Show off your work on your wedding day and place it side by side with your wedding album.<br /><br /><strong>Snack Making</strong> – Learn to bake muffins, cookies, cupcakes or bread, and then dip them into your homemade chocolate or cheese fondue ! Your husband will be proud of you !<br /><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Customise the snacks and served them during the tea ceremony or at reception. Design cupcakes and add cream, silver balls or other sugar icing to resemble your wedding gown. Bride can insert “thank you” notes into the “fortune cookies” and serve to guests while bridesmaids can bake a jar of “fortune cookies” with congratulatory wishes and present as gifts to the wedding couple.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 180%;"><strong>LEISURE</strong></span><br /><br />There are many things to enjoy and share with your bridesmaids, how about that favourite past times you once shared together ?<br /><br /><strong>Movie</strong> – Arrange a sleepover and movie marathon party! Rent the latest DVDs or catch your favourite sentimental love movies and drool over movie wannabes !<br /><br /><strong>Karaoke</strong> – You are the superstar of the day ! Book a karaoke room and sing your hearts out with your bridesmaids.<br /><br /><strong>Board / Card Games</strong> – No more TABOOS and MONOPOLY, check out the latest games at the games café and have lots and lots of fun !... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-55960660698707357812010-01-01T23:25:00.002+08:002010-01-17T22:17:20.525+08:00Thank you WoYaoJieHunLe readers !<center><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S0C0T-zOxvI/AAAAAAAAKOg/6nsRu_T-01A/s1600-h/WoYaoJieHunLe_Statistics_20.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S0C0T-zOxvI/AAAAAAAAKOg/6nsRu_T-01A/s400/WoYaoJieHunLe_Statistics_20.jpg"></a></center><br />WoYaoJieHunLe has achieved an average of 3780 unique hits per month with an average 124 unique hits per day ! THANK YOU!!<br /><br />We hope to have your continued support and do keep on visiting us for updates. 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Here goes..<br /><br /><strong>Ang Pow Box</strong><br />Borrow an ang pow box from couples who have gotten married recently or check with the venue organizer if they provide complimentary usage of their ang pow box. If you like, you could do some minor decorations to customize it accordingly to your theme. Of course, remember to use recycled materials if possible!<br />If you still prefer to get a new ang pow box, you can use it as a storage for your wedding cards and wedding related keepsakes. If not, be creative and reuse it for other purposes.<br /><br /><strong>Guestbooks</strong><br />Create your own guestbook out of recycled paper or materials.<br /><br /><strong>Invitations</strong><br />Emails - With today's powerful editing software, you can create very nice and unique invitations. Be creative and create your own invite with a wedding photo to make it memorable! There are some websites which provides free design templates as well.<br />Recycled paper - If you still prefer to print and mail out invitations, consider using recycled paper for the purpose.<br /><br /><strong>Plant a tree to commemorate your wedding</strong><br />Make it special and plant a tree as part of your celebration and contribute to the environment as well! Click <a href="http://www.gardencityfund.com.sg/pat/index.htm" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about the Plant a Tree Programme!<br /><br /><strong>Transport for the wedding</strong><br />Charter a bus for your family, relatives or even guests to ferry them over to the wedding venue. It would be much more convenient for them so they wont have to worry about the hassles of finding parking lots. This is a way to get them to arrive punctually for the celebration as well. ;)<br />Plan well and minimize the number of cars required for the wedding entourage.<br /><br /><strong>Wedding Decorations</strong><br />Make use of recycled materials if possible for the wedding decoration. Find alternative uses or save the decorations for another event to maximize the usage of the decorative materials.<br /><br />There are many ways of having an eco-friendly wedding while bringing down your wedding expenses. You can have a memorable wedding while contributing positively to the environment! It takes extra efforts but it's definitely more meaningful. A little effort can go a long way so put on your thinking caps and brainstorm on how else you can help the environment while planning for your wedding!silver_angelzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09291487571848734967noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-60937748042098823122009-11-10T09:49:00.000+08:002009-11-10T23:16:03.051+08:00Countdown Ticker BannerGet a banner to countdown to your big day !!<br /><br /><a href="http://ticker.7910.org" target="_blank">7910 Tickers</a><br /><img src="http://ticker.7910.org/an1cJY70g411800MTU3bHN8MzY1NDY2ZGxhfFdvIFlhbyBKaWUgSHVuIExlIGlu.gif"><br /><br /><a href="http://daisypath.com/wedding_announcement.php" target="_blank">Daisy Path</a><br /><img src="http://dwdf.daisypath.com/AFbfp8.png"><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.mytickerz.com/" target="_blank">MyTickerz</a><br /><img src="http://www.mytickerz.com/ticker.php?pic=kpo4244tdh7qern3"><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://tickers.families.com/" target="_blank">Families.com</a><br /><img src="http://tac.families.com/ezb/1201262.png"><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.promotemywedding.com/wedding-countdown-widget.aspx" target="_blank">Promote My Wedding</a><br /><img src="http://www.promotemywedding.com/widget/1485.ashx"><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.tickerfactory.com/ezticker/ticker_designer.php?type=4&sub_type=6" target="_blank">The Ticker Factory</a><br /><img src="http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/d/4;10716;23/st/20111111/e/Our+Wedding+Day+%21/dt/-12/k/27f1/event.png"><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.weddingcountdown.com/wedding-ticker.html" target="_blank">Wedding Countdown</a><br /><img src="http://img.weddingcountdown.com/ticker/uipinv1.png"><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.weddingcountdownwidget.com/" target="_blank">Wedding Countdown Widget</a><br /><img src="http://weddingcountdownwidget.com/countdown.php?h=250&w=160&imgid=38&bride=WoYaoJieHunLe&text_marry=Until Our Wedding&year=2011&month=11&day=11"><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.weddingfavors.org/wedding-countdown/" target="_blank">Wedding Favors</a><br /><object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" data="http://www.weddingfavors.org/wedding-countdown/countdown_566a.swf?bgcolor=FFFFFF&date_month=11&date_day=11&date_year=2011&un=Wo Yao Jie Hun Le&un2=tying the knot in" width="300" height="96"><param name="movie" value="http://www.weddingfavors.org/wedding-countdown/countdown_566a.swf?bgcolor=FFFFFF&date_month=11&date_day=11&date_year=2011&un=Wo Yao Jie Hun Le&un2=tying the knot in" width="300" height="96" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF" /></object><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.whenismywedding.com/#" target="_blank">When is my wedding</a><br /><img src="http://www.whenismywedding.com/signature/1e880e25eaf58001.gif"><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.widdlytinks.com" target="_blank">WiddlyTinks</a><br /><embed src="http://www.widdlytinks.com/wedding/wedding-countdown/weddingcountdown.swf" FlashVars="t1=Wo Yao Jie Hun Le&t2=day(s) until my wedding date!&t3=Today is the day!&y=2011&m=11&d=11&c1=FCD7D0&c2=undefined&xx=104.05&yy=97.15&s=undefined&dom=http://www.widdlytinks.com" quality="high" wmode="transparent" width="420" height="350" name="Wedding Countdown" align="middle" allowScriptAccess="samedomain" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" /></embed>... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-90527406728063844482009-09-19T14:48:00.010+08:002009-09-22T15:24:55.117+08:00Parents MeetingBefore holding the ROM and Wedding event, couples have to handle the inevitable task of arranging parents of both parties to meet up. This is an essential meeting which involves careful planning as the couple has to make sure that both sides of the parents feel comfortable as it is the first time that they are meeting and the probable sensitive issues they have to discuss in terms of dowry money and gifts.<br /><br />We recommend that it would be good for both parties to meet up for the first time to get to know each other better first. A sit down dinner would be good and if there is any awkward silences, the couple can always salvage it by talking or serving the parents with food and drinks before continuing any discussion. Of course, if the parents can hit it off it would be good. The couple should know their parents best so always discuss with each other before holding the first parents meet up session.<br /><br />The couple should control the meeting by introducing each other's parents and initiate a small talk. It's always best to build up the comfort level before proceeding to talk about sensitive issues such as dowry and gifts. Only when both parties feel comfortable, the couple can start off by suggesting the topic of 过大礼 and the gifts before proceeding to the amount of dowry. Do take down notes on the agreed items.<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">What to discuss</span></strong><br />* 娉金 (Bride Price) / 嫁妆 (Dowry)<br />* 过大礼 items required (<a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2008/04/preparation-for.html">Click here to see recommended items</a>)<br />* Auspicious dates and times for 过大礼, 安床, ROM, Customary Wedding<br />* Number of tables to be given to the Bride's family<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Where to meet</span></strong><br /><u>Home</u><br />If the couple's house is ready, if not either one of the couple's home. The host party could arrange for lunch or dinner at their place. You will get privacy and feel more comfortable. You could probably watch tv or eat some fruits after the meal, and make the atmosphere more relax before proceeding to formal discussions.<br /><br /><u>Restaurant</u><br />If you have the budget, you could book a private room at a restaurant and sit down for a nice meal before discussing further. It's good to have a nice private and quiet area for a nice discussion. If a private venue is not possible, try to request for corner tables or a more secluded area which is not so noisy. Let the restaurant manager know that you are hosting the parents discussion and they should understand.<br /><br /><u>On the day of your ROM</u><br />If both sides' parents are ok with the idea, you could always arrange for a discussion after the ROM ceremony. If you have planned for your ROM ceremony to be held at a private venue, you could make use of the premises to hold a discussion. If your ROM is at the ROMM or at home, you could make arrangements to discuss over a meal after the celebrated event. After all, everyone's spirits would be great after the lovey dovey ceremony.<br /><br /><br /><center><img src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/1146/335/1600/hrgreen.gif" /></center><br /><strong>Related Topics</strong><br /><a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2008/04/preparation-for.html">Preparation for 过大礼</a><br /><a href="http://woyaojiehunle.blogspot.com/2007/12/modern-twist-to-notable-customs.html">Modern twist to notable 过大礼 customs</a>silver_angelzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09291487571848734967noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-21441828070923154202009-09-14T11:02:00.000+08:002009-09-14T16:06:33.755+08:00Cut the cost !With the increasing prices of almost everything, it is practical to reduce expenses on selected items for your wedding, while still making it a memorable event.<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%; color:#993399;">Wedding favours</span></strong><br />Most hotels provide the complimentary wedding favours for all your guests, so you do not really need to spend on this.<br /><br /><center><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ZjpSTNSLho/Sq3JhpK4VII/AAAAAAAAAqo/KJiAkN7ff6I/s400/cuttingcost_favours.jpg"></center><br /><strong>Why not?</strong><br />Just stick to the favours provided and be happy about it. Afterall, the guests still get to walk away with something from the banquet.<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%; color:#993399;">Beer/Wine</span></strong><br />Most hotels or restaurants provide complimentary barrel of beer or bottles of wine. You do not have to add on unless you are expecting a lot of drinkers at your wedding. You may however negotiate with your co-ordinator to provide more beer/wine.<br /><br /><strong>Why not?</strong><br />Removing alcohol totally from your banquet! Otherwise if you have decided that your guests prefer beer/wine to wedding favours, propose to your co-ordinator to exchange the favours with beer/wine.<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%; color:#993399;">Guestbooks</span></strong><br />Most hotels do provide a complimentary guestbook for your guests to leave their well-wishes. Hence you need not have to buy one. However if there is any fancy design you prefer, you can always hint to your friends to give it to you as a wedding gift.<br /><br /><center><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9ZjpSTNSLho/Sq3JiMjF6-I/AAAAAAAAAqw/18zsEH0gAz8/s400/cuttingcost_guesbook.jpg"></center><br /><strong>Why not?</strong><br />Decorate a A3 cardboard and make it into a notice board for your guests to leave their well wishes ! You can frame it up after the wedding and hang it up in your love nest.<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%; color:#993399;">Ang Pow Box</span></strong><br />Most hotels lend you the Ang Pow Box to your collection during the banquet. You do not have to buy one unless you have a use for it after the wedding.<br /><br /><center><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ZjpSTNSLho/Sq3Jgk6NtYI/AAAAAAAAAqY/aOpFkzYebig/s400/cuttingcost_angpowbox.jpg"></center><br /><strong>Why not ?</strong><br />DIY your own Ang Pow box according to your own budget and style! Get one of those A4 boxes, cut a slit on the cover and wrapped it up with your favourite wrapper or decorate it with your photos.<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%; color:#993399;">Wedding Cake</span></strong><br />Most hotels or restaurants provide a dummy wedding cake for the cake cutting ceremony. So you do not have to rent one or engage a vendor to do a real wedding cake.<br /><br /><center><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ZjpSTNSLho/Sq3JhJ9KI2I/AAAAAAAAAqg/A9UjLzzxGOQ/s400/cuttingcost_cake.jpg"></center><br /><strong>Why not?</strong><br />Just stick to the dummy wedding cake provided. Afterall, the 8 or 9 course dinner will be enough to fill the stomach of your guests.... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-54675816648815842602009-09-02T18:26:00.002+08:002009-09-02T18:35:30.146+08:00Ang Pow Giving<strong><u>Wedding Morning</u></strong><br />The following ang pows are given as a token of appreciation for their help at the joyous occasion. The ang pows are usually given by the parent of the Groom and Bride. However, it can also be given by the wedding couple.<br />• Makeup Artists<br />• Photographers<br />• Videographers<br />• Bridesmaids/Helpers<br />• Groomsmen/Helpers<br /><br />The following ang pows are given as a symbolic gesture as part of the wedding customs.<br />• Matchmaker (who will come with the Groom to fetch the Bride)<br />• A guy (usually the younger sibling or nephew) who open the bridal car’s door for the Groom when he arrived at the Bride’s place<br /><br /><strong><u>Gatecrash</u></strong><br />Usually the Groom and his Groomsmen are expected to pass several tests in order to be given entry to the Bride’s house or room. Hence, the Groom is expected to prepare several ang pows for the challenges or get ready his best negotiator.<br /><br /><strong><u>Wedding Tea Ceremony</u></strong><br />During the tea ceremony, the Groom and Bride would receive ang pows or gifts from the family and relatives when tea is served to the elders. Sometimes, the elders would request for the wedding couple’s younger siblings or cousins to serve the couple tea as a form of respect. In return, the wedding couple will be required to give ang pows to them.<br /><br /><span style="color:#ff6600;">All the ang pows mentioned are given as a gesture of appreciation and receipt of blessings, hence the amount to be packed into the ang pows is very much depending on the family’s financial position and background.</span>... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-69728164064506412802009-08-09T13:04:00.003+08:002009-08-09T13:08:08.623+08:00Happy National Day !WoYaoJieHunLe wishes Singapore a Happy 44th Birthday !<br /><br /><center><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/Sn5Y-MJ1cvI/AAAAAAAAJxg/E3f0W0I3xgo/s400/singapore44thbday.jpg"></center>... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-59551573028736596792009-07-12T00:11:00.001+08:002010-02-01T14:54:58.686+08:00All About WineDo you have little knowledge about wine but need to purchase your wine for your dinner?<br />
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Read this before you make a hasty decision to just simply grab any (wine) name you fancy! This is not a wine appreciation lesson so only the brief facts are summarised for your knowledge.<br />
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<u><b>INTRODUCTION</b></u><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><b>Red Wine</b></span><br />
After red grapes are picked, they are placed into barrels to be marinated. This process results in absorption of pigments from the skin and forms the color of the wine. Colors can range from light red to purple depending on the duration the grapes were marinated and the color of the grape skin. Tannins are produced in the process and it results in the "dry" feeling in your mouth after you consume wine. This feeling is similar to how you feel after you drink tea.<br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><b>White Wine</b></span><br />
After grapes are picked, they are pressed immediately so the skin is removed from the juice. This limits contact with the grape skin and results in the eventual color of white wine.<br />
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<u><b>TYPES OF RED WINE</b></u><br />
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<ul><li>Barbera (Bar-ber-a)<br />
Beaujolais<br />
Cabernet Sauvignon (Ka-ber-nay So-vee-nyon)<br />
Merlot (Mer-lo)<br />
Pinot Noir (Pee-no Nwar)<br />
Sangiovese (San-gee-o-ve-zee)<br />
Shiraz (Shi-raz)<br />
Zinfandel (Zin-fan-del)</li>
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<u><b>TYPES OF WHITE WINE</b></u><br />
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<ul><li>Chardonnay (Shar-doe-nay)<br />
Gewürztraminer (Gah-vurtz-tra-meener)<br />
Muscat (Moos-cat)<br />
Riesling (Rees-ling)<br />
Sauvignon blanc (So-vee-nyon Blah)</li>
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<u><b>CHOOSING AND TASTING WINE</b></u><br />
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1) <b><span style="color: #660000;">Appearance </span></b><br />
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<b>Color</b>: Color of red wines fades with time while white wines gain color. Examine the wine against a white background to have a better view<br />
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<b>Viscosity</b>: The slower the wine runs down the sides of the glass when it is swirled, the denser the flavor. It also means the alcohol content is likely to be higher.<br />
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2) <b><span style="color: #660000;">Smell </span></b><br />
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Swirling the wine release aroma. Swirl before you have a whiff of it.<br />
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3) <b><span style="color: #660000;">Taste</span></b><br />
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Wine should only be filled up to one third of the glass so it can be properly swirled before consumption. Swirl the wine in your mouth before you swallow to feel a taste of the wine.<br />
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4) <b><span style="color: #660000;">Aftertaste</span></b><br />
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A long pleasant aftertaste is a sign of quality.<br />
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<u><b>WINE STORAGE</b></u><br />
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The optimal temperature for storing wine is between 10 to 12 degrees Celsius. Increases in temperature results in chemical reactions and could damage the quality and affect the flavor of the wine.<br />
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Wine should be stored horizontally so the cork is always moist. This minimizes the cork from cracking and prevents air from entering the bottle and affects the quality of the wine.<br />
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<img src="http://www.circles99.com/elements/album/circles/00024227/00038063/bulb.gif" /> <b>Some tips</b><br />
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- Do note that the most expensive wine is not necessary the best wine for your wedding.<br />
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- Take note of the menu of your banquet. Asian cuisine is generally lighter and does not go with heavy red wine. White wine is recommended for Chinese food or seafood because it cleans the mouth and prepare you for the next taste.<br />
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- You should always taste wine before you purchase any. If in doubt, always check with the wine supplier for the popular and affordable choices.<br />
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- If you want to control alcohol flow during your banquet, advise the banquet manager that you will serve alcohol only when the dinner commences.<br />
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- A comfortable gauge will be to order 1.5 bottles of wine per table. But it depends on your crowd as well. Are they heavy drinkers? Do they prefer wine or beer?<br />
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- Wholesalers usually allow you to buy wine on consignment. You can order more and only pay for the number of bottles that was used during your banquet.<br />
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- Some hotels provide complimentary wines.<br />
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<center><img src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/1146/335/1600/hrgreen.gif" /></center>silver_angelzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09291487571848734967noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37773811.post-15661276962642752072009-05-22T17:46:00.007+08:002010-02-20T10:44:00.506+08:00Emceeing your WeddingSelecting a suitable emcee for your wedding is an important decision. As much as you want your best friend to help host your wedding, check with him/her whether he/she is comfortable in doing so. It would be great if he/she could take on the task, if not, it would be ideal to entrust your wedding night to someone who is confident and capable of speaking in front of your guests.<br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** BEFORE THE 1ST MARCH-IN *****</strong></span></center><br />HELPER standby to play photo montage or animation<br />[EMCEE A] and [EMCEE B] stand by stage<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Good Evening Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to [GROOM] and [BRIDE]'s wedding banquet. I'm [EMCEE A] and this dashing gentleman beside me is [EMCEE B], we are your emcees for tonight.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 各 位 亲 戚 朋 友 晚 上 好 , 欢 迎 大 家 出 席 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 的 结 婚 晚 宴 。 我 是 [EMCEE B] , 站 在 我 身 边 的 这 位 美 女 是 [EMCEE A] , 我 们 将 是 你 们 今 晚 的 司 仪 。</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Ladies and Gentlemen, on behalf of the couple and their families, I would like to thank you for spending your evening here tonight.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 各 位 嘉 宾 , 我 在 此 代 表 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 以 及 双 方 家 长 ,感 谢 各 位 抽 出 宝 贵 的 时 间 出 席 今 晚 的 婚 宴 。</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 在 我 们 迎 接 这 对 新 人 之 前 ,请 大 家 把 手 机 铃 声 关 上 , 让 我 们 先 欣 赏 一 个 短 片 , 看 看 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 的 成 长 / 恋 爱 过 程 。</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Before we proceed, may I request you to switch your mobile gadgets to silent mode, and let us enjoy a short photo montage/animation of the couple's love story.</span><br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** PLAY PHOTO MONTAGE/ANIMATION *****</strong></span></center><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] This is the moment we have been waiting for, let's put our hands together and welcome Mr and Mrs [GROOM's SURNAME]!<br /></span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 让 我 们 一 起 以 热 烈 的 掌 声 欢 迎 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 入 席 !</span><br /><br /><center><strong><span style="color:#6633ff;">***** PLAY MARCH-IN SONG/MUSIC *****</span></strong></center><br />[GROOM] and [BRIDE] do march-in<br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** AFTER MARCH-IN AND COUPLE ON STAGE *****</strong></span></center><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> [EMCEE A] can cue guests to sit down by saying "Thank you, please be seated"<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Now [GROOM] and [BRIDE] shall proceed with their first task as husband and wife ... that is the cake cutting ceremony.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 现 在 请 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 一 起 切 结 婚 蛋 糕 ,完 成 他 们 结 为 夫 妻 的 第 一 个 任 务,也 祝 他 们 的 婚 姻 甜 蜜 美 满 。</span><br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** COUPLE CUT CAKE AND PROCEED DOWN STAGE *****</strong></span></center><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Thank you. Dinner will commence shortly.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 谢 谢 各 位,晚 宴 即 将 开 始 。</span><br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** BEFORE THE 2ND MARCH-IN *****</strong></span></center><br />HELPER standby to play express video highlights<br />[EMCEE A] and [EMCEE A] stand by stage<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Ladies and Gentleman, we are back again. We hope you've enjoyed your dinner so far.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 大 家 好 , 希 望 您 对 今 晚 的 宴 席 感 到 满 意 。</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Hey [EMCEE A], you were one of the brothers who joined [GROOM] for the gate crashing right? Do you have any interesting to share with us?</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 哈 哈 ! 早 上 的 趣 事 可 多 呢 ! 我 相 信 大 家 都 很 破 不 期 待 得 想 知 道 我 们 是 怎 样 应 付 姐 妹 们 出 的 难 题 吧 ! 现 在 就 请 大 家 一 起 看 精 彩 片 段 。</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Of course ... without further ado, let’s watch the exciting express video highlight we have prepared for you.</span><br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** PLAY EXPRESS VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS *****</strong></span></center><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Wah, it was indeed an fun filled morning ! Ladies and Gentlemen, let's once again welcome Mr and Mrs [GROOM's SURNAME] into the hall !</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 让 我 们 再 次 以 热 烈 的 掌 声 欢 迎 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] !</span><br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** PLAY MARCH-IN SONG/MUSIC *****</strong></span></center><br />[GROOM] and [BRIDE] do march-in<br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** AFTER MARCH-IN AND COUPLE ON STAGE *****</strong></span></center><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 好 棒 的 歌 声 ,让 我 们 再 次 掌 声 鼓 励 新 郎 好 不 好 ! 现 在 请 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 进 行 第 二 项 任 务 : 倒 香 滨 仪 式 。</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Now for the champagne pouring ceremony.</span><br /><br />[GROOM] and [BRIDE] pop champagne and do pouring while emcees speak ...<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] As we know that champagne is the symbol of celebrations and happiness, we would like to wish the couple, an everlasting flow of love and joy in their marriage life.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 我 们 都 知 道 香 槟 是 一 种 喜 庆 的 象 征 , 而 这 香 槟 塔 也 代 表 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 结 婚 后 的 生 活 甜 蜜 节 节 高 。 在 新 人 倒 香 滨 的 当 儿 ,那 如 珠 串 般 不 停 冒 升 涌 起 的 气 泡 ,更 是 让 这 婚 礼 气 氛 一 起 High 到 最 高 点 。</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 现 在 请 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 相 敬 交 杯 酒 。</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Let's have the couple to toast each other.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] We now invite the immediate family members and the couple's wonderful sisters and brothers on stage for the traditional "Yum Seng".</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 现 在 请 双 方 家 长 和 家 人 到 台 上 来 向 大 家 敬 酒 。</span><br /><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Couple can pre-arrange who to go up on stage to avoid confusion and delay<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Family members, brothers and sisters, please come on stage.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Let us all rise and hold up your drinks to give 3 toasts to [GROOM] and [BRIDE].</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 请 各 位 嘉 宾 站 起 来 , 一 起 向 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 敬 三 杯 酒 , 祝 贺 他 们 !</span><br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** WAIT FOR ALL GUESTS TO STAND *****</strong></span></center><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] The first toast to wish [GROOM] and [BRIDE] an everlasting and blissful marriage !</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 第 一 杯 , 祝 他 们 永 结 同 心 , 白 头 偕 老 !<br /></span><br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** 1ST TOAST YUM SENG *****</strong></span></center><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Emcee can initiate the start and end of yum seng<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Second to wish [GROOM] and [BRIDE] eternal love for each other !</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 第 二 杯 , 祝 他 们 永 结 同 心 , 百 年 好 和 !</span><br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** 2ND TOAST YUM SENG *****</strong></span></center><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] The third toast to wish [GROOM] and [BRIDE] to have a baby soon, so that they can enjoy the fat baby bonus !</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 第 三 杯 , 祝 他 们 早 生 贵 子 , 子 孙 满 堂 !</span><br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** 3RD TOAST YUM SENG *****</strong></span></center><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Thank you. Please be seated.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 谢 谢 各 位 , 请 大 家 就 坐 。 现 在 我 们 请 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 说 几 句 话 。</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] We will now invite [GROOM] and [BRIDE] to say a few words</span>.<br /><br /><center><span style="color:#6633ff;"><strong>***** COUPLE GIVE WEDDING SPEECH *****</strong></span></center><br /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B1ZTRd_ppDU/S384G20dBdI/AAAAAAAAKVk/y5XoULUijwU/s400/bulb.gif" /> Couple can write short notes to prepare them for the speech<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] Thank you [GROOM] and [BRIDE] for the speech.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">[EMCEE B] 谢 谢 [GROOM] 和 [BRIDE] 。 稍 候 , 他 们 会 与 各 桌 嘉 宾 拍 照 , 请 大 家 继 续 享 用 美 食 。</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">[EMCEE A] The couple will soon be going round to take table photos. Let us now enjoy the rest of the dinner. Thank you and have a goodnight.</span>... just zinc ...http://www.blogger.com/profile/06108329058418009410noreply@blogger.com1