Hors d'oeuvres or wedding dinner for your wedding?

Your Big Day is not about eating and drinking, that’s for sure. And yet, food tends to be a very important part in any wedding out there. If you are like most of the brides and grooms, you will want to make sure you choose the best meal options for you and your guests. But before you decide on the particular foods you want to serve, make sure you decide exactly on whether you want to serve hors d’oeuvres or a full dinner. Here are some tips to help you choose what’s best for your wedding.

·         How formal do you want everything to be? If you want your wedding to be really formal and elegant, serving your guests with an actual full-course dinner is probably the best option you have. Take into consideration the option of hiring waiters as well, because it will definitely add a lot to the wedding.
·         In general, hors d’oeuvres tend to be rather casual. If you want your wedding to be a less formal event, serving your guests with finger food will be a great option. Even more, think of the fact that hors d’oeuvres are very versatile and that you can go as fancy or as casual as you want with them.
·         If your plan to have a day wedding, serving your guests with a full-course meal might be too much. On the other hand though, serving them with hors d’oeuvres will provide them with delicious tastes and plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the party too. Also, keep in mind that if you don’t want your reception to be too long, hors d’oeuvres will be a better option for you.

Flourtown Country Club can host a wide range of types of weddings: from formal to rustic-chic. Come visit our website and our venue and we will host the most beautiful day of your life!

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Plan Your Dream Wedding On A Budget

As little girls, we dream about that perfect day when we marry our prince. When we grow up though, we start thinking that the dream wedding we have always wanted can be quite expensive. However, you should definitely not give up on your dream of having a perfect wedding, even if you are running on a tighter budget! There are many ways to save money and to have the wedding you have always wanted! Here are some great ideas:

·         Don’t rule out the option of having a winter wedding. Not only are winter weddings extremely romantic, but they tend to be less expensive as well. In between January and April, a lot of the wedding venues and vendors will offer considerable discounts, which will allow you to save a lot of money.
·         Take your time. Planning a wedding in a short amount of time is not only extremely stressful, but it can also be quite expensive too. Allowing yourself more time to plan the wedding means that you will stretch out the expenses on a longer period of time. Even more than that, it will allow you to “hunt” for special offers as well (and this will, again, save you a lot of money).
·         Previously-owned wedding items. Everything from the gown to the décor can be purchased from consignation stores. Keep in mind that these things have only been worn or used once, but that they can be much, much less expensive than the brand new ones. Who knows? Maybe your perfect gown is waiting on one of these racks!

Flourtown Country Club can provide you with your dream wedding venue – even if you cannot afford paying a fortune for this special day. Come visit us, take a look at our venue and convince yourself that we are your best bet!

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Masquerade Wedding Ideas

Masquerades are beautiful, elegant and they always seem to pertain to an entirely different era. We all love their mystery and their romanticism – and this is most likely why they have become a very popular wedding theme as well.

If you plan on having your own masquerade wedding, don’t forget to read on. We have picked up some of the best ideas out there – and we would be more than happy if they inspired you to create your own magic day as well.

·         Gold and silver. Venetian balls are all about opulence and luxury. You might not be able to serve your wedding food on actual gold plates, but there are other ways to bring this into your wedding. From your wedding favors to the cake, everything can be “touched” by these luxurious colors. Use them in moderation though! You want everything to look elegant!

·         Aside from gold and silver, black, white, deep green and blue are the colors most commonly associated with masked balls. Combine them in a way that makes the room look aesthetically balanced and everything will be stunning.  

·         Feathers and masks. No masquerade is complete without the Venetian masks. Try to invest in quality masks that really look like “they belong” in that kind of context. Keep in mind that these masks can double as wedding favors for your guests too, so you can afford to pay a bit more for them. As for feathers, don’t be afraid to incorporate them in your bouquet, in the centerpieces and in the masks as well. Extra tip: usually, peacock feathers work best with masquerades.

·         Glass and mirrors. If you want to create the optical illusion of “light”, mirrors are your best friends. Use them on the walls, on the tables and wherever you get the chance. They will add dimension, grace and elegance to your wedding reception.

Flourtown Country Club makes for perfect masked ball weddings – so don’t hesitate to pay us a visit before you decide on your venue. With our gorgeous space and with the beauty surrounding us, your wedding will be a true success!

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Christian Wedding Ideas

Weddings are marvelous celebrations of life, love and commitment – principles that lie at the very foundation of the Christian fate as well. If you want a Christian wedding everyone will remember, don’t forget to check out with the following ideas because they will help you create a beautiful Christian atmosphere for your Big Day.

·         Bible quotes. As a Christian who read the bible, you probably have some verses you find truly close to your heart. Why not include them in your wedding ceremony and reception as well? There are hundreds of ways you can do this (aside from incorporating them in your vows) – all it takes is a bit of creativity. For instance, you could write some of your favorite verses on the ribbons used for the bridesmaids’ bouquets. Also, you could write then on signs and place them around your wedding reception as well. Some couples also choose to have their favorite Bible verse written on the aisle runner as a symbol of their commitment to each other and to God.

·         Your wedding cake can play a very important role in creating a beautiful Christian wedding décor. Have the 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Bible quote on love written on the edge of your wedding cake and it will look amazing. Even more, it will remind people what love and marriage are all about!

·         If you want a very special moment with your spouse-to-be, plan a washing of the feet ceremony. This is highly symbolic for the Christian fate and it will make for a very emotional moment for everyone at the wedding.

Flourtown Country Club makes for amazing and unforgettable Christian weddings. The beautiful landscape surrounding our wedding venue, as well as the venue itself are more than suitable to “accommodate” your Christian wedding ideas – so do not hesitate to pay us a visit!

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Top 10 ways to Personalize Your Wedding Ceremony

Your wedding day! You have been dreaming about it ever since you were a little girl playing with dolls. You have been planning it, thinking it, re-thinking it and you have played its “movie” in your mind over and over again.

Just as the reception proper, your wedding ceremony should speak about you, about who you are and about your very own fairy tale story. It should reflect the most beautiful things in your life and it should reflect you as well. How do you personalize your wedding ceremony? Here are our top 10 favorite ways to do it:

1. The aisle. Forget about the red aisle runner and go for something really special, such as flowers or messages written by those you love.

2. The flowers. Pick flowers that really show the beauty of this occasion, but make sure you sprinkle them with some personality as well.

3. The bridesmaids. Your attendants don’t have to be traditional if you don’t want them to. For instance, their bouquets can easily be replaced by fancy clutch purses, by silk fans or by romantic candles as well.

4. The backdrop of your ceremony can also be personalized as well. Choose something that goes well with the rest of the wedding and with your own personality too.

5. The music. You don’t have to go for the good, old “Here comes the bride” if you don’t want to. Pick whatever song you find meaningful!

6. The chairs. Decorate the chairs nicely, but try to forget about the already traditional silk bow. Think outside of the box and be creative!

7. Place the chairs in a circle around the altar and you will create an intimate and “warm” feeling.

8. Offer your guests tokens of your gratitude at the ceremony too. Signature drinks (alcoholic or not) can be a great way to welcome them, for example.

9.Having an outdoor summer ceremony? Personalize silk fans, sun glasses and water bottles and offer them as wedding favors to your guests.

10. Your programs can reflect who you are as well, so do not hesitate to be creative about choosing them!

Flourtown Country Club will be more than happy if you chose us as your wedding venue. The splendid landscape surrounding us, our beautifully designed place and the warmth of our staff will be there to make sure everything goes smoothly on your big day. Even more than that, we will love to see you “take” our place and make it “yours” by personalizing it to fit your tastes and who you are!

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Keep Guests Refreshed at Your Summer Wedding

Summer is here and so are summer weddings! If you're planning a summer wedding, you'll want to keep your guests refreshed.

Keeping guests refreshed can help everyone enjoy your wedding much more. Summer in Philadelphia can be very hot, and some of your guests might not be prepared for the temperatures here. If you're planning on having all or part of your wedding outdoors, the heat can quickly become too much for elderly guests and babies.

The best way to beat the heat is by offering shade and drinks throughout your wedding day. A tent can be a great addition to an outdoor ceremony, or offer guests a selection of parasols for individual shade.

When it comes to drinks, make sure you offer plenty of water. Infused waters, lemonade, and iced tea are all great for keeping guests refreshed while offering plenty of flavor and even some color.

For more tips about keeping guests at your Philadelphia wedding cool, or to find out how to use the Flourtown Country Club for your summer wedding, give us a call today!

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