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Wedding Officiants: Let's Talk Business Cards

1359 DAYS AGO | 3.5.2021

Wedding Officiants: Let's Talk Business Cards

Let's talk wedding officiant business cards! With expert advice on what wedding officiants should include on their contact card, how to design one, and how t...

Would You Perform a Wedding in Space?

1360 DAYS AGO | 3.4.2021

Would You Perform a Wedding in Space?

As news of a space hotel makes headlines, we have to ask… would you perform a wedding in space? Officiants have a new destination wedding package to daydream...

Illustration of a bowl with painted red hearts along the side, sitting on a gray table surface. Above the bowl are two silver baking scoops, pouring sugar and flour into the bowl as a unique alternative to a sand pouring ceremony for a wedding.

1360 DAYS AGO | 3.4.2021

Don’t Use Sand! Creative Alternatives for Your Sand Ceremony

Want to use something other than sand in a sand ceremony? Four creative ideas for custom unity rituals to perform at a wedding ceremony -- for officiants and...

Planning a COVID Wedding: Our Most Popular Articles & Advice, All in One Place

1361 DAYS AGO | 3.3.2021

Planning a COVID Wedding: Our Most Popular Articles & Advice, All in One Place

Everything you need to know to plan a wedding ceremony during Covid! Don't miss these posts on wedding insurance, online marriage license applications, recep...

What Should I Do With My Hands? 4 Tips For First Time Wedding Officiants

1362 DAYS AGO | 3.2.2021

What Should I Do With My Hands? 4 Tips For First Time Wedding Officiants

Are you a new wedding officiant and not sure what to do with your hands or how to stand while you deliver the ceremony? Need help performing a wedding? We ca...

Our Most Popular Articles & Advice on Performing COVID Weddings, All in One Place

1363 DAYS AGO | 3.1.2021

Our Most Popular Articles & Advice on Performing COVID Weddings, All in One P...

Everything you need to know to perform a wedding ceremony during Covid! Don't miss these posts on planning, communication, safety, inspiration, and more for ...

Walking Down The Aisle Together: A Modern Wedding Procession

1365 DAYS AGO | 2.27.2021

Walking Down The Aisle Together: A Modern Wedding Procession

Walking down the aisle together is a unique twist on the traditional wedding processional. Learn inspirational variations on how couples can enter and leave...

How to Perform a Unity Sand Ceremony (for Wedding Officiants)

1366 DAYS AGO | 2.26.2021

How to Perform a Unity Sand Ceremony (for Wedding Officiants)

Learn how to perform a unity sand ceremony, one of the most popular unity rituals included in modern weddings. Step by step instructions on how to set up the...

Wedding Industry on its own? Frustrated vendors speak out, create solutions

1367 DAYS AGO | 2.25.2021

Wedding Industry on its own? Frustrated vendors speak out, create solutions

Creative solutions and lingering questions emerge as wedding vendors express frustration and take action, and states loosen restrictions, during COVID strugg...

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Covid Testing Before Your Wedding -- What’s the Best Strategy to Avoid Last Minute Cancellations?

1368 DAYS AGO | 2.24.2021

Covid Testing Before Your Wedding -- What’s the Best Strategy to Avoid Last M...

Wondering when or if you should get a COVID test before your wedding? See what state officials, wedding professionals, and other experts have to say.

Illustration of flowers, lights, and paper lanterns to symbolize a dreamy outdoor wedding ceremony

1368 DAYS AGO | 2.24.2021

New Officiant Script! Covid Safe Wedding with Flowers & Lights

Simple wedding ceremony script and outline to help you avoid Covid 19 at your wedding. Celebrate joy, light, and hope while planning a safer outdoor wedding.

How ‘Covid Safety Coordinators’ can help save a struggling wedding industry

1369 DAYS AGO | 2.23.2021

How ‘Covid Safety Coordinators’ can help save a struggling wedding industry

Wedding restrictions loosen in Rhode Island after wedding professionals create a new role: the Covid Safety Officer, Coordinator, or Specialist. By working w...

Can I Officiate a Virtual Wedding Ceremony In My State?

1370 DAYS AGO | 2.22.2021

Can I Officiate a Virtual Wedding Ceremony In My State?

We answer common questions on officiating & performing a virtual wedding ceremony in your state, including online marriage licenses, special rules, location ...

Doctor Doom’s Getting Married? Plus a look back at our favorite comic book weddings.

1371 DAYS AGO | 2.21.2021

Doctor Doom’s Getting Married? Plus a look back at our favorite comic book we...

Doctor Doom is getting married! Plus a look back at some of our favorite comic book weddings.

State-by-state marriage waiting periods should be part of your wedding plan

1373 DAYS AGO | 2.19.2021

State-by-state marriage waiting periods should be part of your wedding plan

Want to get married fast? Find out if your state has a marriage waiting period to avoid unexpected wedding ceremony delays, especially during Covid!

A Pisces Season Perfect Pandemic Wedding Plan!

1374 DAYS AGO | 2.18.2021

A Pisces Season Perfect Pandemic Wedding Plan!

Plan your wedding based on the zodiac! Let astrology be your guide to a perfect pisces wedding during the coronavirus pandemic and beyond. Happy Pisces Season!

New legislation would remove states’ same-sex marriage bans and more

1374 DAYS AGO | 2.18.2021

New legislation would remove states’ same-sex marriage bans and more

New legislation would increase protections for same-sex couples. New Jersey, Texas, Florida, and Virginia all have bills being considered, that would remove ...

A New Take on Wedding Expos -- Go Small or Go Virtual?

1375 DAYS AGO | 2.17.2021

A New Take on Wedding Expos -- Go Small or Go Virtual?

Want to attend a wedding fashion show from your living room? Now you can! Wedding expos and shows get small and go virtual, with more options to choose from ...

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