Think Outside the Box! 10 Alternatives for the Wedding Card Box

1. Vintage Mailbox

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2. Cork Covered Card Box

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3. A Vintage Suitcase

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4. A Mini Wine Barrel

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5.  Bird Cage

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6. A Pretty Rustic Basket

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7. A Personalized Sack

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8. An Elegant Hat Box

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9. A Carved Log Card Box

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10. A Gussied up Guitar Case

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8 Ways to Keep Guests Warm During Your Fall Wedding

8 Ways to Keep Guests Warm During Your Fall Wedding

With an early fall on the horizon, it's best not to overlook the comfort of your guests during your autumn nuptials. Here are fifteen ways you can keep your guests cozy 


Warm them up with a warm drinks

Have guests warm up with a hot drink. Whether you serve hot chocolate or a hot toddy, a warm drink can help take the chill away from a breezy autumn day. Other options are hot cider, tea, coffee and irish coffee.

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Cozy Quilts

Wrap your guests up in cozy quilts or pretty microfiber blankets. This is an especially good idea if you are hosting your wedding outdoors or in a drafty barn. Also, it can double as a gift.

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Bonfire

Make a great outdoor space at your receptions with a barn-friendly bonfire. Set up a Smores Station and let your guests have a tasty treat while warming by the fire. 

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Scarves

Wrap your guests in warmth by giving them the gift of a pretty scarf or shawl. Keep the favor gender friendly with classic and neutral colors.

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Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

Serve this classic pair cocktail style and give guests a nostalgic warm-me-up treat. 

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Hand Warmers

There is nothing worse then having ice cold hands.  Help guests warm them up with hand warmers. Put the hand warmers in small stenciled bags for a personalized touch. 

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Outdoor/Indoor Heaters

Space heaters are a great way to ensure that your wedding guests will be toasty at your outdoor reception. Check with your venue and/or tent rental company if you intend to use indoors due for safety purposes. 

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You DJ is key! 

Make sure the  DJ you hire is great at getting people on the dance floor. Once guests have been dancing around for a bit they won't notice a little cold weather. Plus your guests body heat will help warm up the room. 

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Written By~ Mandi Bridgeman