If you would like to incorporate the beauty of the ocean into your family sand ceremony, then my Ocean Tranquility color palette is the perfect addition to your wedding. It communicates the very essence of the sea’s tranquility. This seven-layer creation is appropriate for six individuals, so children of the bride and groom and key family members such as the mothers of the bride and groom can all participate in the unity sand ceremony.

Capturing the ocean’s tranquility in your sand ceremony design

Stylists say that apple green and aqua are two of the hottest wedding colors for this season. The Ocean Tranquility color palette combines both in a blend that conveys the serenity of the sea. Once you’ve created this wedding keepsake, every time you look at it you’ll be reminded of the peace associated with the ocean’s gentle waves.

The addition of chocolate brown to the sand ceremony color palette adds a hint of sophistication, making it ideal for the trend-setting wedding couple.

My Ocean Tranquility

The name seems to say it all: Morning Firecracker. This sand ceremony color palette is a powerful yet playful mix of colors which will enhance the sense of joy at your wedding festivities. Indeed, your wedding ceremony will seem all the more joyful with the Morning Firecracker color palette by Sharon Vaz serving as the centerpiece of your event.

I created this five-layer sand ceremony color palette as a state-of-the-art design for unity sand ceremonies. In it I combined four of the hottest wedding colors for 2010:  aqua, orange, berry, and hot pink.

Let your sand ceremony palette command the attention that it deserves

The Morning Firecracker color palette can complement a variety of wedding color themes, from the wistful to the bold. I recommend that brides use the color palette to complement the color themes of light blue, orange, pink, and red.

This incredible sand ceremony color palette works well with bouquets containing a number of different flowers, including “Leila” gerbera germinis, “Illusion” roses, “Karma Thalia” dahlias, “Reagan...

In literature, one of the most dramatic geographic locations is the tundra – a treeless plain often found in the mountains. So it comes as little surprise that the “High Peak Tundra” sand ceremony color palette would be one of the most dramatic found in my design collection for 2010.

High Peak Tundra sand ceremony palette rises to the occasion with with courage and boldness

This innovative color palette combines the best of the beach and mountain life to create a stunning, eye-catching display. The drama found within the mix of colors serves as a reminder of the dramatic turn of events that brought bride and groom together and that will enable two families to become one.

But this sand ceremony color palette is not simply for the bridal couple alone. Its six layers make it appropriate for five participants in the unity sand ceremony. Members of the wedding party will appreciate taking part in this memorable ceremony, which is a sign of unity, not only...

An autumn wedding can be a delightful study in contrasts. Dark pink bridesmaids’ dresses matched with jet black groomsmen’s tuxes…bright orange flower arrangements mixed with apple green party favors on the reception tables. Chances are, if you are an autumn bride, you’ll want to take full advantage of the vast and vibrant colors of the season in every aspect of your wedding planning. That includes your sand ceremony, where you can incorporate a blend of delicious fall colors in your unity sand color palette.

These unity sand ceremony palettes are appropriate for sand ceremonies with anywhere from three to six participants. Rather than simply having the bride and the groom participate, by incorporating other members of your wedding party into the ceremony, you create a sense of family togetherness, helping family members to bond in a refreshing way.

With the signature style she has become known for, innovative designer Sharon Vaz has amassed a remarkable collection of sand ceremony color palettes perfect for fall. You’ll...

The perfect wedding is more than just a stunning gown and a stellar guest list. For brides and grooms who have a strong Christian faith, the Lord is the center of the ceremony. Couples who want to show their unity in the Lord and their bond with each other can do so through the 21^st century wedding sensation known as unity sand ceremony vows. Mixing tradition with innovation, the unity sand ceremony allows couples to demonstrate both their love for each other and their love for God.

You may have attended weddings where the bride and groom light a Unity candle. The unity sand ceremony follows a similar principle, but instead of sparking a flame, the couple creates an artistic masterpiece by pouring different colored sand into a unity vase. The wedding keepsake that results in a treasure that can grace the dining table in the couple’s first home.

But this special ceremony involves more than just fashioning lovely artwork. During the ceremony,...

Planning your wedding for 2010? If so, you are probably wondering about the fashion trends and color schemes that are currently very much in vogue. Gone are the times for the simple whites (although see below for a super idea on how you can still wear a white gown to great effect) or the pastel shades of green and of lilac – at least for the time being, anyhow.

This year we are talking bold, we are talking bright, and by all means you can add in a few other pastel colors to this mix also. Think vibrant reds for wedding gowns and bold turquoise accents. Let’s have a look at some of the top color schemes for this year, 2010.

Wedding gowns? If you want to make a really bold statement and your own character is perhaps leaning towards that of being loud and central stage on every occasion, then you may be happy to learn that black is still very much leading the way with current trends. Although black was popular on the Paris walkways a couple of years back, its still very much the in-thing. Consider black with lace and pearl embellishments – a great...

So you are thinking about renewing wedding vows but are not sure about what to do next or even whether it is a good idea? There are a lot of things to consider: why should you renew your vows; the etiquette of renewing wedding vows; who are renewing their vows; and what you can say to renew or reaffirm your vows, are just a few of the questions that are probably flowing through your head. Why don’t we just pick one and start there?

Just Who Are Renewing Wedding Vows?

In these days of high divorce rates there are still many people who stay together long enough to consider renewing vows. Even amongst the celebrities there are some who have done so for a variety of reasons. For instance Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne renewed their vows on New Years Eve 2002 for two reasons. Firstly they had made it to 20 years of marriage in the mad cap world of rock and roll and secondly because Sharon had just survived a serious bout with colon cancer.

They are not the only celebrities to have renewed their vows. In the film industry, Robert de Niro and Grace Hightower have...

The unity sand ceremony can be a lovely addition to a wedding. But, as with any important tradition, there are certain procedures that should be followed in order to ensure that the ceremony achieves its purpose.  Unfortunately, there are some common mistakes that many couples make during the course of planning a unity sand ceremony, and these errors can mar the beauty of the event. Undoubtedly, one of the biggest mistakes a bride and groom can make is to omit vows from the ceremony.

On one level, it’s not surprising that vows might be omitted. After all, a couple does not want their wedding to be overly long. They may want the unity sand ceremony to be as brief as possible, and they believe that deleting vows will help them to accomplish that mission. Also, they might be a bit tongue-tied – in other words, they simply may not know what to say.

Bridal couples can be understandably nervous and often that translates into a fear of not remembering the vows. Not to worry, though – the officiant can have a copy of the vows and be on standby to...

A number of bridal couples want the best of both worlds:  timeless tradition, mixed with a modern spark.  For some brides and grooms, the tradition may come in the form of classic attire; for others, the only tradition in view is the wedding cake. When it comes to modern touches, options run the gamut: from avant garde music to clothing that consists of the latest runway finds.

The beauty of the sand ceremony lies in the fact that the ceremony itself combines both the old and the new – the ceremony may be reminiscent of the traditional unity candle ceremony, but with a decidedly modern twist. Still, although couples are encouraged to make the unity sand ceremony their “own,” there are certain mistakes that should be avoided in order to guarantee success. Some of these mistakes are relatively minor, but others can create major problems which can potentially ruin the symbolism of the ceremony.

One of the biggest blunders brides and grooms can make is the manner in which they fill the center vase with unity sand. The artistry of the ceremony needs to be respected. That means...

The beach has an undeniable allure. The gentle waves, the inviting sand, and the jewels known as sea shells beckon us to escape to a little slice of paradise each summer. So it is only natural that brides and grooms would want to incorporate the magic of the beach into their wedding ceremonies. The Unity Sand Ceremony is certainly one way to bring the beauty of the beach to the blessed event of a new marriage.

And yet, there are certain mistakes that can easily occur in the rush to stage a Sand Ceremony. One of the biggest blunders is to insist upon using 100 percent beach sand for the festivities. Couples turn to actual beach sand in an effort to ensure a sense of authenticity in their ceremony. That can be especially true when the bride and the groom are from two different cities and they want to demonstrate their individuality as well as their unity. However, there are numerous problems with this approach.

For one thing, 100 percent beach sand can be filled with twigs and other debris. Combing...

The Unity Sand Ceremony is a lovely way to help establish the bond of matrimony. It is highly symbolic, showing how two individuals can merge their lives into one. It is also visually stunning, creating a memento which can stand the test of time. But how do you ensure that your unity sand ceremony is all that it should be?

An important point to realize is that you can make mistakes in your ceremony – mistakes that could seriously jeopardize the joy of the day. If you know ahead of time which mistakes to avoid, you’re well on your way to creating a ceremony that will be every bit as lovely as the bride.

One of the biggest blunders you can make is thinking exclusively in black and white. Often, couples choose black and white as their official wedding colors, and there’s nothing wrong with that. In fact, such a color combination can add an element of elegance to the proceedings.

The mistake comes when brides and grooms carry over the black-and-white theme to their unity sand ceremony. While black sand and white sand may look perfectly lovely individually, when the couple combine the two in the final sand layer,...

It’s the experience of a lifetime – the opportunity to pledge your unending love to your fiancé. Once you’ve set a date, there are a myriad of decisions you’ll have to make for your wedding.

Certainly, one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make is what your budget will be. Are you prepared to spend tens of thousands of dollars for your big event? Or are you trying to keep costs low? If you are among those who would like to have a fun wedding, but not spend a fortune, you may want to reduce costs by opting against a traditional wedding cake and choosing festive wedding cupcakes instead.

There is little doubt that you can save money by selecting cupcakes. Rather than spending the $4 or $5 per slice which is customary with a cake, you could spend as little as $1 or $2 per cupcake. That’s a sizeable chunk of change, especially when every cent counts.

Fortunately, cupcakes can be every bit as glamorous as a cake. For instance, you can top them with sugar flowers of either royal icing or gum paste. Monogrammed hearts are an innovative, but possibly more expensive...

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