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The Best of Martha Stewart Living : Weddings [Hardcover]

Martha Stewart Living Magazine
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December 7, 1999 Best of Martha Stewart Living
"Will you marry me?"

If you or someone you love said yes, let America's wedding experts help you create a day as romantic as the day he asked. For more than a decade, Martha Stewart and the editors of Martha Stewart Weddings have guided brides down the aisle, onto the dance floor, and over the threshold with thousands of ideas for making their wedding day unforgettable. In this breathtakingly beautiful volume, brides-to-be -- or anyone participating in planning this joyous event -- will find ideas and inspiration for every element of a wedding, including decoration, flowers, cakes, food, favors, and photography.

The very best ideas from Martha Stewart Weddings have been organized here in four sections--For the Ceremony, For the Reception, Forever, and For Reference. For the Ceremony is filled with bridal bouquets, boutonnieres, and bridesmaids flowers. There are decorating ideas for every kind of ceremony imaginable -- a classic clapboard church, a grassy meadow, or the family living room. For the Reception features exquisite lighting ideas, a selection of drinks and hors d'oeuvres, charming favors for guests, and, of course, cakes. There are more than 30 cakes to inspire you, and there is one to suit every style, taste, and budget. Novice bakers can learn how to make a basic wedding cake in Wedding Cake 101. Forever includes albums, guest books, and keepsakes. In the For Reference section there is information to help you plan the ceremony and reception, select music, chose stationery, prepare hors d'oeuvres and cocktails, and find supplies to make many of the projects pictured.

Designed to evoke the grandeur with which a wedding day should be celebrated,  The Best of Martha Stewart Weddings is the ultimate guide to creating a wedding day as touching as the words "I do."

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The maven of all things tasteful, Martha Stewart has impeccable style when it comes to weddings, and The Best of Martha Stewart Living: Weddings compiles the finest ideas from the magazine of the same name. The book is designed to provide inspiration for the big day, whether it is for the ceremony or the reception. Wedding apparel isn't covered, but all of the other significant parts of the wedding are: ceremony and reception decorating, bouquets and boutonnieres, wedding cakes, favors, guest books, music--even storage and display of photographs and other memorabilia after the wedding.

Stewart encourages readers to use the book's ideas as inspiration for wedding elements unique to the bride and groom, and to avoid simply incorporating the book's ideas into their wedding day. She emphasizes that a wedding should reflect the couple's personality and wishes, as well as any customs they choose to follow. There are few rules of etiquette à la Emily Post. Instead, the book provides historical explanations of common wedding traditions, then gives examples of variations on that tradition that couples have decided to use in their weddings. Stylishly arranged color photographs of the bouquets, wedding cakes, reception decorations, table settings, party favors, and more bring the ideas to life; instructions for reproducing them are often provided.

Many of Martha's suggestions are doable even on a budget because they stick to simple, classic design. The reference section at the end of the book includes ceremony and reception planning and seating tips; music suggestions; recipes for cakes, drinks, and hors d'oeuvres; and sources for wedding supplies. The Best of Martha Stewart Living: Weddings should prove a rich source of inspiration for couples looking to add stylish and meaningful touches to their wedding day. --Kris Law

From the Inside Flap

"Will you marry me?"

If you or someone you love said yes, let America's wedding experts help you create a day as romantic as the day he asked. For more than a decade, Martha Stewart and the editors of Martha Stewart Weddings have guided brides down the aisle, onto the dance floor, and over the threshold with thousands of ideas for making their wedding day unforgettable. In this breathtakingly beautiful volume, brides-to-be -- or anyone participating in planning this joyous event -- will find ideas and inspiration for every element of a wedding, including decoration, flowers, cakes, food, favors, and photography.

The very best ideas from Martha Stewart Weddings have been organized here in four sections--For the Ceremony, For the Reception, Forever, and For Reference. For the Ceremony is filled with bridal bouquets, boutonnieres, and bridesmaids flowers. There are decorating ideas for every kind of ceremony imaginable -- a classic clapboard church, a grassy meadow, or the family living room. For the Reception features exquisite lighting ideas, a selection of drinks and hors d'oeuvres, charming favors for guests, and, of course, cakes. There are more than 30 cakes to inspire you, and there is one to suit every style, taste, and budget. Novice bakers can learn how to make a basic wedding cake in Wedding Cake 101. Forever includes albums, guest books, and keepsakes. In the For Reference section there is information to help you plan the ceremony and reception, select music, chose stationery, prepare hors d'oeuvres and cocktails, and find supplies to make many of the projects pictured.

Designed to evoke the grandeur with which a wedding day should be celebrated, The Best of Martha Stewart Weddings is the ultimate guide to creating a wedding day as touching as the words "I do."

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 252 pages
  • Publisher: Clarkson Potter (December 7, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0609604260
  • ISBN-13: 978-0609604267
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 1.9 x 10.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #112,746 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Martha Stewart is the author of dozens of bestselling books on cooking, entertaining, homekeeping, gardening, weddings, and decorating. She is the host of The Martha Stewart Show, the Emmy-winning daily syndicated television program, and founder of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, which publishes several magazines, including Martha Stewart Living; produces Martha Stewart Living Radio; and provides a wealth of ideas and information on her website.

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138 of 144 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars truly the best of ANY wedding! December 8, 1999
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
I enjoy books that give you ALL the information that you need to complete a project. I look for details and instructions that truly explain, and not just gloss over, the knowledge base necessary. This reference guide will not disappoint you; actually, this guide will inspire you to have the ability to do it all! The subject matter is complete! There is not a area which has not gone uncovered. You have a wonderful encyclopedia of information that covers everything from the simplest of wedding concerns to the most detailed. This is most evident with the cakes chapter; if you are unable to explain to your caterer or baker, or even to yourself, how to do this, then I don't where else to send you for information. The photography is crystal clear, which is another trademark of the perfection of the Martha Stewart empire. Her motto is "everything has to be perfect" and it is. I have yet to be disappointed in any of her publications and I doubt I ever will. So attention all brides, hope-to-be brides, caterers, bakers, florists, and anybody else with an appreciation for a good book; this is something that will inspire you and once again, give you pause to pay homage to the queen.
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48 of 51 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth the money! February 1, 2000
By Kris
Format:Hardcover
I debated buying this book for a few months. After all, I'm pretty creative and artistic, so could a book (an expensive one at that) really have that many new ideas? But I must admit, from the moment I picked it up, I was impressed. Elegantly bound, with thick, quality paper pages and stunning photography, it is a pleasure to simply thumb through... but for those planning a wedding, it is pure gold! Complete with ideas for almost every part of the wedding, recipes, detailed instructions... it even has a timeline wedding planner, music list and other helpful resources. I am so glad I finally gave it a place on my shelf... my only regret is that I can't afford to buy a copy for each of my bridesmaids as well! :)
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49 of 53 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars EYE-CANDY for the bride-to-be! May 22, 2000
By "rbot"
Format:Hardcover
Beautiful and inspiring, this book is full of great ideas. A must have for the bride-to-be, or even a young lady just dreaming of her future wedding. Pages 23-95 primarily focuses on the use of flowers for decorations, the bouquet, the boutonniere-- beautifully simple and practical enough for you to request to your florist. Though flowers are adorned throughout the book, candles, wedding cakes, invitations; details of a fantasy wedding are all attended to. This book is filled with many gorgeous pictures! My fiancé bought it for me for our Anniversary and I can't put it down. It really is a must have.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Wedding help
I purchased this book to get pointers for wedding planning and decor tips. My order arrived on time and was packaged well. Read more
Published 1 month ago by journey2Ohm
3.0 out of 5 stars This book depends on your taste.
I was looking for a book for some outdoor ideas and I found this book to be okay. It is better if you are having a wedding planner or larger wedding but I would not recommend it... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Melinda T.
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
I had wanted this book for a long time just because it is so beautiful and well done. And when it came time to plan my daughter's wedding I decided I had to have it. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mel
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonder wedding reference book
This is a wonderful wedding book that covers everything you need to know about planning a wedding. It has many beautiful photographs that will surely inspire! Hats off to Martha!
Published 9 months ago by mandymoses
3.0 out of 5 stars Old but good
The book was in a quite good situation. It is a little bit old, but it is OK because in general it is very clean.

The book store was also very responsive to my emails.
Published 18 months ago by Nina
3.0 out of 5 stars Good, but not what I expected
I was expecting a more craft-centered/DIY style book and this wasn't it. There are very few projects that are demonstrated. Read more
Published 21 months ago by salade122
5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT book, buy it you will be happy you did
Really a great book, comprehensive and a great read. I really found the book soooo helpful even 1 month before my wedding, I only wish I had bought it earlier. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Lauren J Buchalter
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Wedding book
Great Wedding book! I gave this to my best friend for her wedding, and it worked out very well! Great gift idea, lots of good information, ideas!
Published on October 18, 2010 by JenV
5.0 out of 5 stars Love all things Martha!
A Beautiful book that gives all that you expect from Martha for Weddings! A great help for decor, flowers, food, and more!!!
Published on September 22, 2009 by L. Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best of Martha Stewart Living Weddings
I was looking for something for a wedding. This book was just what I needed. Lots of pictures. Highly recommend it. Shipping and correspondence with seller was great. Read more
Published on September 10, 2008 by Gloria A. Smith
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