New Video from Cierra & Jeremie

I recently received a video from a bride that I just had to share with you!

http://youtu.be/BfeJyZkR_As

I get asked a lot of questions about setting up the grand exit, how the guests are supposed to line up, and what is a safe distance to stand away from the bride and groom when they are making their grand exit.  When I saw this video I thought it illustrated a proper exit.

When gathering guests together, have them make the 2 lines and have their sparkler in hand.  Be sure to have a couple of designated "stagers" that have BBQ lighters ready (regular lighters and matches are not strong enough to light the sparklers) and have one stager at the front of the line and one stager at the end of the line.  Once the first sparkler is lit, have guests dip their unlit sparkler into a lit one to ensure that the lighting goes quickly.

Tell guests to hold their sparklers out away from them and high in the air so that the bride and groom can walk / run through the tunnel without having to bend over or crouch down.  This is not only safer, but also makes better photos.

Thank you to Cierra and Jeremie for sending in this great video!!

Diwali is Fast Approaching !

Diwali is a five day festival that represents the start of the Hindu New Year. It honors the victory of good over evil, and brightness over darkness. It also marks the start of winter.  Diwaili starts this year on October 24th, with the main festivities taking place on October 26th.  Small clay lamps (called diyas) and candles are lit and placed in houses, and fireworks are let off everywhere, giving Diwali its name of “Festival of Lights”.

The rituals vary according to region. However, special blessings are given to Laxshmi, the Goddess of wealth and prosperity, and Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. The Goddess Laxshmi is believed to have been created from the churning of the ocean on the main Diwali day, and that she'll visit every home during the Diwali period, bringing with her prosperity and good fortune. It’s said that she visits the cleanest houses first, therefore people make sure their houses are spotless before lighting lamps to invite her in. Small statues of the Goddess are also worshiped in people’s homes.

http://goindia.about.com/od/festivalpictures/ig/Diwali-Photos/Lighting-Diwali-Candles.htm

The glow from the candles and sparklers makes Diwali a very warm and atmospheric festival.   Diwali is a very busy time of year for BuySparklers.com, so please be sure to place your order in plenty of time so that your sparklers will arrive before the festival starts.

Winners of our Photo Contest

I want to thank everyone for submitting their pictures in our 4th of July Photo Contest!  There were so many beautiful pictures to choose from - it was tough selecting the winning photos.   But here they are .....

1ST PLACE  goes to Malia Karlinsky

www.yesterdayontuesday.com

2ND PLACE goes to Lori Douglas

Lori Douglas Photography

3RD PLACE goes to Haylee Miller

Nellis Photography

Be on the lookout for our next photo contest that will be coming up in the next few months!  I want to thank everyone again for a great turnout!  I talk to so many of you on the phone, it is really great to see pictures from your event and how beautifully it turned out!

Labor Day Weddings

With the 3 day weekend, Labor Day is becoming a popular time of year to get married.  September provides a summery feel with a touch of coolness.  The milder weather has many brides planning casual, outdoor wedding themes.

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What better way to end summer than with a beautiful send off from the bride and groom?  Sparklers can create magical moments that will never be forgotten! Wedding sparklers are perfect for adding glow and beauty to one's "big day", thus enhancing the moment and appreciation of love already generated by your celebration.

September is a very busy time of year, so be sure to order your sparklers in advance so that they will arrive in plenty of time for your event.  Sparklers have a shelf life of 3 years if they are kept dry, so there isn't a need to wait on ordering them. 

If you have questions about what size would be better suited for your exit or need help figuring out what quantity to order, please call Nicole at 210-250-0520.