Simply Hitched: A Simply Bows Real Bride: Lyndsey

Congrats to Simply Bows and Chair Covers' Real Bride Lyndsey and her new husband Chris, who got married at one of our favourite venues - Wynyard Hall.  We adored Lyndsey's fun and quirky wedding style and wanted to share it with you! 

Chris and I are both from the same home town Sunderland.  Two years ago we decided to make the move to the other side of the world and now live in Sydney, Australia. When Chris proposed on Christmas Day 2009 we both knew that in our hearts we wanted be married back at home in the North East with all our family and friends.  Although Sydney is a beautiful place we really love the rich heritage and beautiful grand buildings the UK has to offer.  When I first saw pictures of Wynyard Hall we knew instantly that it was the venue for us, just stunning. 

Wynyard Hall

Planning a wedding is never an easy task, but doing it over 10,000 miles away is even harder. We came back to UK 9 months before our wedding to meet with suppliers I had shortlisted online.  We met with Lucinda from Simply Bows and Chair Covers and we instantly knew that we were in good hands.  With lots of previous experience working with our Wynyard Hall we knew everything would be taken care of. 

Lucinda made the distance really easy to manage with prompt email communication and took the pressure away by dealing direct with the venue.  Lucinda had all the finishing touches from linen, charger plates, chair covers to fairy lights to make the venue look even more magical.   

We chose a silver theme as we wanted something sophisticated and complimentary to the venue decor.   Lucinda recommended some diamante brooches for our chair covers which added that finishing touch. We then carried the diamante theme through our wedding to add that glam touch. 

We also wanted to have a bit of fun by incorporated an Australian theme to the day too.....

Chris and the ushers arrived in a fantastic 1965 splitscreen combi camper van from Lovedubcars whilst our guest favours were personalised silver flip flops for the ladies and an Australian beer and stubby cooler for the guys.  

The day was just perfect and I would definitely recommend Lucinda and Simply Bows and Chair Covers to anybody getting married.  The finishing touches really made a difference and I cannot thank her and the Simply team enough! A class act!

Would you like Simply Bows and Chair Covers to make your wedding extra special? Contact us now for more information via our website contact page.

Simply Showcase; Forthcoming Wedding Fairs

Visit Simply Bows and Chair Covers this weekend at one of the two wedding fairs we are exhibiting at....

Saturday 2nd July

As you Like It

 

Sunday 3rd July

Guyzance Hall

 

Simply Weddings: Weekly Round Up

This week Simply Bows and Chair Covers will be heading out to dress more fabulous events and we can't wait to share all the photos with you next week. 

Don't forget to check back here each Wednesday for all the photo's of weddings and events dressed the previous week!    

This week events include weddings at the breathtaking Rockliffe Hall, Redworth Hall, Close House Hotel, Woodhill Hall, White Swan, As You Like It and also our first civil ceremony at the newly licensed Beaumont Hotel in Hexham.

Redworth Hall

Rockliffe Hall

Close House Hotel

Beaumont Hotel

White Swan

Woodhill Hall

For more information on any of the above venues or if you would like photographs of our range of work in these venues before the event pictures go live next Wednesday please do not hesitate to contact us via the Simply Bows and Chair Covers Contacts page

Beautifull Babe

Housing Alien Found on Mars

David Martines, who calls himself an "astronaut behind the desk", claimed to have found suspicious rectangular structure on the surface of Mars Mars using the Google service. These findings are now spread viral on YouTube.
"I call this structure as the Bio Station Alpha, and I think there are that live in it or at least lived there," Martines said today.
The structure is considered as the building's elongated, white, and fragmented. The building itself is at coordinates 49 '19.73 "llintang north and 29 33' 06.53" west longitude, measuring 213 meters long and 45 meters wide. Martines added, the form of a tube structure.
The findings are considered the building as a residence alien received a rejection from space experts. White structure is more likely due to defects in the image caused by disruption of outer space particles.
"It looks like an artifact caused by cosmic rays straight," says planetary geologist from the Lunar and Planetary Lab at the University of Arizona, Alfred McEwen.
McEwen is principal investigator on the project sensing surface of Mars through the High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HiRISE). This man used to explore the Red Planet surface image data and often find artifacts like those found Martines.
From that experience, McEwen believes that the white artifacts appear due to cosmic rays fall to chip the camera while taking pictures on the coordinates of the location in question. Consequently, in addition to recording the surface of Mars, the cameras also record the trajectories trace the cosmic particles. "Then the image is compressed so that the artifact is printed kekotak-boxed," he explained.
There are lessons to be drawn from the discovery of the structure of this suspicious. According to McEwen, Google should include information from which a satellite photo on Google Mars taken. Thus, people who are curious as Martines can browse the raw images from trusted sources before identifying image

Simply Nostalgic: Venue Spotlight- The White Swan

Simply Bows and Chair Covers are delighted to introduce to you The White Swan Hotel in Alnwick.

Set in the heart of the historic market town of Alnwick and only a stone's throw from Alnwick Castle and Gardens, The White Swan is a charming 300 year old coaching inn that blends its unique heritage with superb accommodation. The White Swan has 57 bedrooms, from classic twins and doubles, to superior doubles, suites, family rooms and a fabulous four poster suite.

For generations one of the North of England's primary hotels, The White Swan is probably best known for its Olympic Dining Suite which features the magnificent panelling, mirrors and stained glass windows from the Titanic's sister ship. All 57 bedrooms are designed to an impeccable standard, and Hardy's Bistro, a contemporary, informal dining experience, is open all day for coffee, light lunches and an excellent bistro menu.

The Titanic's sister ship, the RMS Olympic, was launched in 1911, a year before its sister's tragic maiden voyage. Despite being converted to oil-fired engines in 1919-1920, it became uneconomical in comparison to the new and luxurious Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth, and was finally retired in 1935 and scrapped in 1937. This provided valuable work for Scottish shipyards, which were suffering from the effects of the Depression.

Before it was dismantled completely, many of the fittings and artworks were auctioned. The then-owner of The White Swan bought the Olympic's dining room and transported it to the hotel, reconstructing it in all its splendour.

The magnificent Olympic Suite, which can cater for up to 150 people theatre style and 120 diners, now shows off  the original panelling, mirrors, ceiling and stained glass windows from a time when ships were truly magnificent. An eccentric idea perhaps, but one that has made The White Swan very special.

The White Swan offer a number of packages to make your special day unique including a number of offerings from Simply Bows and Chair Covers to add that special touch to your wedding.

For more information on The White Swan visit their website here or see more images of The White Swan dressed by Simply Bows and Chair covers on our website.

Simply Weddings: Weekly Photographs

Each week we are given the opportunity to be creative and work in some of the most stunning wedding venues across the UK. Below  Simply Bows and Chair Covers North East Team thought you may like to take a bite from the 'Apple of Inspiration' with photos from some of their highlights from last week.

Mint Green bows matched the bridesmaid dresses  perfectly at Rockliffe Hall this week. 
Redworth Hall was dressed in vibrant Cadbury's Purple and on another day we dressed Redworth Hall in side bows of Gun Metal Silver.

Rockliffe Hall

Redworth Hall- Cadburys Purple

Redworth Hall- Gun Metal Silver

Visit our blog on Thursday for a special feature on The White Swan Hotel in Alnwick, on Monday for a round up of where Simply Bows and Chair Covers will be next week and of course back next Wednesday for more fabulous photos of this weeks events!

Predicted future hotel will offer Virtual Sex

Predicted future hotel will offer interactive technology to offer guests an experience of virtual sex.

Sponsored by Travelodge, futurologist Ian Pearson said that, by 2030, we will be able to regulate the content of our dreams, dreams repeat afavorite like choosing a movie from the menu. Even be possible to share your dreams with your spouse or friends.

Pearson also think that making love virtual remote will probably occur in 2030, which allows individuals to connect, while their spouses are away from home.

But for those who really can not get into the mood without a little push, it will be possible to use active lens to change the images sent to their retinas, and customize how they look during sex couples.

"This will allow people to change the image of their partner on a regular basis - and only they will realize, as lovers they will not be able to say what they see," said Pearson.

Not only that, by 2030 it will be possible to diagnose some medical conditions by monitoring the sleep patterns. Sleepwear electro-responsive cloth will display that allows the measurement of skin conductivity pulse, blood pressure and heart signal quality.

"On average we spend a third of our lives sleeping and this will still happen in 2030," said Pearson.

"Technology will not change our basic needs for sleep, but it certainly will enhance the experience, allowing sleep to have a value far greater than just rest and recuperation," he said.

Simply Weddings: Weekly Round Up

This week Simply Bows and Chair Covers will be heading out to dress more fabulous events and we can't wait to share all the photos with you next week. Don't forget to check back here each Wednesday for all the photo's of weddings and events dressed the previous week!

This week events include weddings at the breathtaking Rockliffe Hall, Redworth Hall, Castle Hill Doxford Hall, Woodhill Hall, Eshott Hall, Matfen Hall and Alnwick Gardens and a few dazzling Marquee Weddings and lets not forget that we are dressing Plate Day this week at Newcastle Racecourse in an array of colours and designs!

Not only are we dressing some great events this week but we are also interviewing for a number of new Franchisee's including Bath, Aberdeen and Manchester. To download our franchise brochure please click here.

For more information on any of the above venues or if you would like photographs of our range of work in these venues before the event pictures go live next Wednesday please do not hesitate to contact us via the Simply Bows and Chair Covers Contacts page.

Judgement Comes, There Safest Place in France

The followers of a cult in Western countries believe the apocalypse will come on December 21, 2012. This is the end of the Mayan calendar Indians.
Therefore, they began looking for a place that believed not to participate was destroyed during the End Times came. According to the monitoring agency of the Government of the French cult, Miviludes, those who believe the apocalypse to come next year as Bugarach believe the safest place.
Bugarach is a hamlet near an area of ​​26 square kilometers Cobieres Mountains in southern France. The population is only 200 people. The village is located at an altitude of 340 meters to 1231 meters above sea level. Over the last few months, this village is swamped with newcomers who want to survive the turmoil of Resurrection.
President Miviludes, Georges Fenech, do not be too afraid to ask people on the teachings of the Last Day will arrive on December 21, 2012. "However, if you look at what happened in Waco, United States, we know this kind of thinking can affect those fragile," he said. The French government is worried will happen there mass suicide when the day believed it arrives.
Waco made headlines in various media in 1993 when dozens of followers of David Koresh burn themselves together for refusing to get out of their headquarters. As many as 80 people were killed in the incident. Koresh claimed to be end-time prophet who could guarantee his followers go to heaven.
Fenech said that now there are six settlements Ramtah followers of heresy that led American woman named JZ Knight. The groups were also held a one-way service paid in local hotels. "This is a big business," he said.
Mayor Jean-Pierre Delord Bugarach claimed to have asked serious attention from the central government because this is not a trivial problem. "Many come and pray on the mountain. I even once saw a guy doing a ritual was naked, "he said.
Tales circulating among the followers of a cult among others Bugarach become alien base and has an underground path to another world.

Why Men Love Women's Breasts!

 Breast is one of the beauties of the female body. Even the 'size' pair of breasts is owned by a woman alone can be different.
Reported by the Daily Mail, according to the study, when meeting women, 47% of men directing her in the breast. The study was conducted by the University of Wellington, New Zealand.
In the study, respondents were asked to look at men the same six images of women. At that time, the researchers recorded where his eyes fixed for the first time, how many times they look and look how long it lasts.
The result?
"80% of respondents direct eye fixed on her breasts and midsection. Men consistently seen in the breast than other body parts, "said one researcher.
So what makes men so attracted to breasts?
Here are answers to some men as reported by iVillage:
Calm
Some men think breasts are soothing body parts. This is related to the functions of the body, for feeding. Breast reminded them of the function and the warmth of the mother when she was giving the baby milk.
Fertility Symbol
He assumes the breast is a symbol of fertility, nurturing and survival of a living being. Women who have breast is considered to have the ability to produce offspring.
The key to Creating Passionate Women
Men must understand that women will be excited when her breasts touched. Therefore, men like on the body, whatever its size. By simply touching the breasts, men believe they can make a woman's libido increases.
Men Being Visual
Unlike women who can be aroused only by reading erotic novels, men need visual stimulation if you want to increase libido. Payudaralah which is considered to be stimulation. Rather than the body that can make men horny, breasts are considered the most beautiful parts of the body.
Considered Breast Taboo
Shows part of the body, especially the intimate parts such as breasts, are considered taboo for some circles. Therefore, the male is more curious. The more closed, men will increasingly find out. [Mor]

Simply Delicious: Fudge Fancies

Michael, the founder of Fudge Fancies, is the eldest of three children. As the eldest, Michael enjoyed a lot of quality time and attention from his grandparents and had a particularly close relationship with his maternal grandmother, Jean, whom he spent a lot of time with in his early years. Michael’s first spark of interest in cooking came from watching his grandmother bake her legendary fudge!

Whether you're planning your dream wedding, looking for a special Christmas present or just looking for something unique for a special occasion, Fudge Fancies have something that will certainly create a talking point.

Fudge Fancies can help make your special day unique with their lovingly crafted  fudge the perfect wedding favour for your guests. Our fudge can also be a unique alternative to  a more traditional wedding cake with a tower of Fudge Fancies that could be displayed on an extravegant cake stand or served on smaller quirkier stands on each table for your guests to devour!

The team at Fudge fancies can also work closely with you to make your wedding even more special as they can also customise their fudge to match a theme or colour scheme and even coordinate the packaging to match a Simply Bows and Chair Covers organza sash. Prices per favour start at just £1!

Some of our brides were lucky enough to be invited to a Fudge Fancies tasting evening earlier this month courtesy of Simply Bows and Chair Covers and Fudge Fancies and the samples went down a storm! The results were unanimous! The brides' favourite flavours were Mango and Coconut and Malt Crunch and all involved will certainly be placing an order for their new favourite's very soon.

Michael now regularly sells his gourmet fudge at various farmer’s markets across the North East of England including Saltburn and Stokesley. Michael believes the markets are a brilliant way of testing new flavours, such as his upcoming Cherry Trifle, as people are always more than willing to try a sample of his scrumptious fudge. With his recipe book getting fuller by the day, Michael believes he has even more to come to surprise and delight his customers!

To find out more about this unique North East company and its product ranges visit their website. Be warned.... you will drool!

Oprah’s ‘Favorite Things’ Segments Cost Nearly $24 Million

Oprah Winfrey loved to give things away on her talk show, from free trips to giveaways, there was always a good chance that an airing of her show would include a gift for someone, however it was her “favorite things” shows that drew the biggest and most expensive giveaways.
According to site Jezebel:

“Oprah’s Favorite Things” giveaways alone cost a total of around $23.8 million.

That price includes basic items from $4 croissants and $12 Josh Groban CDs to more extravagant gifts including $22,000 VW Beetles and $2,400 diamond watches.
The $23.8 million price was estimated by understanding the cost of each item (retail) and then multiplying that number by the 300 audience members in attendance for each show.
Nearly half of that $23.8 million estimate is said to come from 2010 when some of her most lavish gifts were given to audience members.
What was your favorite Oprah Winfrey giveaway?

Simply Weddings: Weekly Photographs

Each week we are given the opportunity to be creative and work in some of the most stunning wedding venues across the UK. Below  Simply Bows and Chair Covers North East Team thought you may like to take a bite from the 'Apple of Inspiration' with photos from some of their highlights from last week.

Gisborough Hall

At Gisborough Hall we dressed the Madoc Suite with Gunmetal Silver bows and Diamante Brooches.

Langley Castle

Langley Castle was dressed in double bows of Heather and Navy Blue to create a fabulous two tone effect.

The Crown Hotel

We dressed the Garden Suite at The Crown Hotel in Wetheral with Bronze and Chocolate double bows finished off with matching Bronze Runners and Gold Charger Plates.

Assembly Rooms, Newcastle

Durham University held their Graduation Ball at The Assembly Rooms last week and asked us to dress it in double bows of Peacock Blue and Fuchsia to go with their Alice and Wonderland theme.

Rockliffe Hall

Bronze and Gold two tone bows dressed the Orangery at Rockliffe Hall in spectacular fashion.

Redworth Hall was dressed in vibrant two tone Purple and Heather bows and looked magnificent in such grand surroundings.

Visit our blog tomorrow for a special feature on Fudge Fancies, on Monday for a round up of where Simply Bows and Chair Covers will be next week and of course back next Wednesday for more fabulous photos of this weeks events!