Sign Your Name And Leave A Message

Guest books are a perfect way for friends and family to leave their best wishes for the new couple! It is also a wonderful way in which the bride and groom can reminisce and look back at the greetings from their wedding day. However if these messages are written in a book it's easy for the book to be put onto a shelf and forgotten about. Why not make a statement out of your "guest book" and create something which can be a feature in your home, a piece of art, a one off which no one else will have.

I'm going to suggest a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing... As I scoured Internet for inspiration I came across so many unique and fantastic ideas! I loved the more personal ones; the ones which reflected the couples personalities.

Corks
Pebbles
Guests fingerprints as a piece of art
Sports memorabilia linked to the couple (a football, surfboard or cricket bat for example
A globe
Vinyl records
Jenga blocks
A polaroid photo of each guest

I would love to hear if you had or are planning on having a guest book in a different format!

Small Steps To An Eco-Friendly Wedding

As I'm sure I've mentioned before I have an environmental background and because of this I geek out at anything Eco! Unfortunately the environmentally friendly option is not always the cheapest one. I've decided to compile a list of the small, and hopefully inexpensive things that you and your partner can do in the lead up to the big day, on the day itself and afterwards.

Send e-invitations

It's may not be for everyone but it certainly is cheaper, quicker and most importantly will save paper. Don't forget your thank you e-cards either! 

Keep it small

A smaller wedding is much more intimate as well as keeping down costs and the overall environmental impact.

Provide handkerchiefs 

In the run up to the big day collect, or make, handkerchiefs to handout on the day to weepy guests to save on tissues. These can all be washed and reused or embroidered with the bride and grooms initials as a keepsake or favour.

Grow your own, buy local or bake yourself

This can apply to a number of things; flowers, food, wedding cake. Most couples won't want to make their own wedding food but you could make something which can be made in advance such as the cake or ice cream. Growing your own flowers for the tables, bouquets and button holes is such a lovely idea for the green fingered! By buying local you're reducing food miles, carbon emissions as well as supporting local businesses; and there is something a bit more delicious when you know where your food has come from. Where possible use organic produce; it's so much kinder to the planet and your body!

Register for eco-friendly gifts

If you decide you want to provide a wedding list for your guests then why not create one with an eco-friendly shop. If you already live with your partner and don't feel like you need the traditional wedding gifts why not ask for a small donation towards an environmentally friendly piece of technology for your home to help reduce your bills and carbon emissions; solar panels or better insulation for example.

Keep it close to home

By selecting a venue, or venues close to your home and close together you reduce the amount of traveling involved for most of your guests. You'll save on petrol costs and on the amount of greenhouse gasses you're wedding party emitting.

Confetti

Use biodegradable confetti, you can make your own from petals from your garden or provide bird seed mixed with lavender for a sweet smelling, bird friendly option.

Honeymoon 

There are so many gorgeous, idyllic, hideaways for you newly weds to escape to within the UK. You'll be able to treat yourself safe in the knowledge you've not contributed to massive amounts of air pollution but getting on a plane and there will be no jet lag to worry about!

Watch Out For That Photo-Bomb!

Monday has arrived, and I think it's about time we took your mind off the stressful decisions of wedding planning and gave you something to make you giggle. Its time for the photo-bombs!

The joy of the photo-bomb is you never know who or what it might be, from innocent by-stander to naughty bridesmaids and crazy animals to family fiends (and we have some of everything for you today). Even better is you won't know it even happened until you get the photographs back. Can you imagine sitting together with a glass of wine, reminiscing about your big day and then you spy some naked person in the back of your  ceremony pics?!

So remember, lock up your pets, and tie down your relatives, or it could be you finding a shot like this in your wedding album!

The Wedding Party

How much do you trust everyone involved...?

The Public

From innocent, accidental shots to naughty moments of weakness, the public can be equally as bad!

Can you see him...?

The Furry Friends

The world of animals is clearly smarter than we think, with everything from pets to wild animals jumping in the shots.

Weekly Round-Up! 17th June to 22nd June

Well I don't know what happened to the sun recently, but it has been pretty miserable in Norwich this week. But that didn't stop the Evissa team from bringing you some fantastic wedding fun! Here is what you missed over the past week!

17th June

On Monday, I was all about rocking neon for your wedding theme. A bright and funky alternative that is perfect for the Summer months. It's guaranteed to pack a punch for wowing your guests!

18th June

Tuesday was the official photographs from Evissa's latest commercial shoot for Ruby and Nelly's. Have a read to see some fabulous shots as well as learn more about the companies involved. And if you like what you see, get in touch with us to find out how we can wow your business gallery!

19th June

Wednesday was from Araminta, with a burst of Parisian love. Full of great ideas to give your wedding day a hint of the most romantic city in the world. C'est magnifique!

20th June

Gemma was with you on Thursday with some great ideas for marquees. With more and more venues opting for a marquee space, as well as companies hiring them out for functions, it can be hard to find a way to make it your own. So have a look how to make yours stand out.

21st June

I brought you some real wedding fun on Friday by our lovely supplier Camrovision Photography. He may have only been attending as a guest (it was his sister's wedding!) but that didn't stop him from giving them a fun photobooth treat!

22nd June

Saturday was giving an incite into some of the beautiful locations of the city of Norwich, with venues and perfect picture spots to help you make your Norwich wedding one to remember.

A Dedication to Norwich, A Fine City!

Good Morning! 

As the rain pours yet again, on one of the most popular weekends for weddings - remember one thing! It is known as Good luck if rain falls on your wedding day ! 

Today I am spotlighting the historic city of Norwich. 

Norwich is Evissa's Hometown and what a fine city it is! With its old stone town wall, amazing cathedrals, a beautiful river running though the city, and wedding venues for every budget and theme, what more can you ask for!

Take a look at why Norwich is the city for you ! 

The Beautiful Norwich Registry Office.

 

The best aisle to walk down in the city - Norwich Cathedral. 

  

A lovely backdrop for your wedding photography ! 

One of Norwich's hidden wedding venues! Stower Grange, Drayton Norwich 

As I'm sure you will agree this city has so much to offer, 

Contact Evissa today to find out how to start planning your Norwich wedding today !

www.evissawedding.co.uk 

Camrovision Photobooth Fun!

Can you believe it is Friday already?! Where did the week go? That does mean some fabulous work from one of our featured suppliers for you to feast your eyes on, and today we are very lucky to have another helping of wedding fun from the creative Camrovision Photography!

Kelly and Simon Tabiner were married at Southwood Hall on the 15th June, 2013, however Paul wasn't attending as photographer, but instead as a guest, as he watched his beautiful sister walk down the aisle and marry the man she loves. Now even though he didn't have to do his usual photography duties, he couldn't resist getting a camera in his hands for just a little bit, and so set up one of his amazing photobooths, complete with fun props, as a special treat for the newly-weds and other guests. Check out these great shots from the booth and to find out more on how you could have one of these, get in touch from the details below!

Website: www.camrovision-photography.co.uk/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/camrovision
Twitter: www.twitter.com/Camro_Vision

Marquee inspiration !

Good morning ! 

At last summer is here and I'm hoping to see a lot more outdoor weddings across the East ! however as we know, you always need a plan B in this country, and with my love of DIY, weddings marquees, Yurts and tents are clearly the best route for this English summer weather! 

Here's how to decorate using my favourite techniques ! Turning a blank canvas, into something amazing ! 

C'est L'amour

Paris. The city of love. Amour. The iconic locations for proposals. 

And what a wonderful city it is; so many amazing galleries, cafes and landmarks. The Eiffel Tower in particular stands tall above the skyline as a marker of this romantic capital.

For couples who got engaged in Paris it would be very poignant to bring Paris to the wedding ceremony and reception.

You don't have to be as cliche as berets, onions and striped tops... To me Parisian women and men are elegant and timeless and this is what I would try to portray in a Paris wedding. Begin with soft pastel flowers, add in some delicious macaroons and some classic lace and you're half way there to achieving the desired look.

Don't forget the simple yet incredibly yummy pastries such as croissants, some smelly cheeses and some vintage perfume bottles as centre pieces.

Have a look at some of these images for inspiration...