Wedding Cake Topper Porcelain Information in Answers
Where, oh where can I find a Hello Kitty & Dear Daniel wedding cake topper? I've tried searching it all over the Internet, and the only thing I found is one really expensive porcelain one for 64 dollars. I don't want to pay that much for a wedding cake topper, but it seems to be the only one on the whole Internet! I don't know where else to find a simple but pretty Hello Kitty and Dear Daniel couple to put on top of our cake.
Can I paint over a porcelain figurine that has already been fired? I bought a porcelain figurine as a wedding cake topper. Unfortunately, the Bride's hair color is a brownish blonde. I was wondering if I can carefully paint over the hair color to make it darker. And if so, what kind of paint can I use and would I have to re-fire it?
How long should you display your wedding photos after you're married? I was married a year and a half ago, and ever since I've had about ten wedding photos sitting on top of our living room bookshelf. Over four are of my husband and myself -- the others are just favourites that feature friends and family who were there. Next to them sits our porcelain cake topper, and two champagne glasses.
I mention this because a neighbour I was sort of friendly with today came by and asked to borrow some cleaning supplies. She was in the living room while I was getting them, and when I came back, she said, "You know, it is extremely inconsiderate of you to practically shove those pictures in the face of anyone who visits. Your wedding was like two years ago. Get over it!"
I was absolutely shocked. I have NEVER once pointed these photos out to any guest (except those that ask to see them), and I have never drawn her attention to them at all. She has only been in my house a handful of times and she's never mentioned this before. The pictures and items are so high up, it's not even like they have a glowing sign pointing to them!
I had never heard that there was a set of rules you were supposed to adhere to as to when you took down your wedding photos and other items, especially if they're unobtrusive. I mean, it's not like we're talking about Christmas decorations in February here, and I always figured if you had a happy marriage you'd LIKE to leave these things out. But am I wrong here? Is this one of those unspoken rules of politeness I've never heard of? Should they just be retired to a photo album after a while?
I just like having them there where I can look at them when I want to without dragging out an enormous photo album. My husband likes them too. So is my neighbour just crazy? (She's never getting an invite back, anyway.)
Billy bob jr. replied: "Its your house, your photos, do what you want with them. If someone doesn't like it ,then just slam the door as they leave your house."
serf replied: "Your neighbor is just crazy."
replied: "I think your neighbor is just jealous."
happygurl217 replied: "as long as your married"
Enticing_Raspberry replied: "Display them for as long as you like, that lady is nuts."
nuclearbroods replied: "There isn't, people keep wedding pic in there house till the day they die. Your neighbor, no offense , is a moron."
caseyhicks123456 replied: "Well it could be because she has never been married and she is jealous because you are married and she is not. You should keep you pictures up for as long as you like to. Most people like to keep them for as long as they live."
girandpiggy replied: "well your neighbor is a freak! if you do want to cut back though i would just keep the pictures of you and ur husband and the cake topper and glasses. but if you dont want to you shouldnt."
BAAW replied: "IT seems to me that your neighbor is obviously bitter, I don't know if she's married or not but if not she could have some jealousy and if she is maybe she's not happy.Either way I was married a year ago and I still have our wedding photos hanging up! It's your history, your aloud to display whatever you want in your home! I've never heard of any secret kind of rule nor have I ever heard of anyone like your neighbor being so rude about that sort of thing.
Displace away! Maybe you should ask her flat out why she said that?And explain to her that it's your home and if you want photos of some of the happiest times in your life up for a decade then so be it!
good luck!"
latj replied: "I think your neighbor is completely wrong. The Big Book of Etiquette says it is alright to have a display of wedding mementos if you choose to/ You can set up a display such as you have, or a wall of photos or whatever you choose. As long as it is not "obtrusive" and not the main focus of the room it is fine.
It sounds as if maybe the neighbor has a bit of jealousy going on or perhaps problems in her own home that she doesn't care to discuss. Ignore her and adore your own treasures.
Peace, Love & Happiness"
*sky replied: "Have them out for as long as you want. There are no rules for displaying your wedding photos in your own house.
I don't know if your neighbor is crazy but she is exceptionally rude. I think to insult a person in their own home is bad manners."
Adrianne replied: "For as long as your marriage lasts - and my hope is that's a lifetime for you. What a rude thing to say to you!"
Ambeaner replied: "It's your house, if she doesn't like it then ask her to leave. (And don't invite her back over or let her borrow any more cleaning supplies >:| )"
abbignome replied: "Your neighbor has issues. Unless you have like... a spotlight over them and require people to stop and gaze upon them....
Anyway, it's your house, your choice, and she was way out of line.
I have friends who had awesome wedding photos taken and ten years after the wedding, the grouping is still on their wall. It was a wonderful day for them and is a great reminder when they argue of how they got to where they are, and they told me more than once that seeing the pictures kind of "reset" their bad mood and they were able to stop fighting.
EDIT: I was just telling my husband about this. He says you should get out your wedding clothes and wear them, stand on the front lawn when she's outside and pose for her. But he's a brat. I just had to share!"
stratus_31 replied: "Your neighbor was rude to you.........just keep her at a distance.
Anyway, back to your question.
You are still in that honeymoon stage so it's understandable that you are still hanging onto these photos like that. When kids come in the (picture) so to speak........you'll retire the wedding photos to an album and show much pride in the children y'all created instead. That will become your next pride and joy. Don't worry it won't be disrespecting your marriage, it just shows that your relationship is evolving is all, enjoy it and try not to worry about little things so much."
sammi replied: "there is not a customary time to keep them out. may she is going through a divorce and just kinda freaked out or she is jealous that she isn't married? it is possible she's just nuts though"
Patrick B replied: "Don't let your neighbor impose her values, she's not respecting that it is your home. If you want, you can plaster them all over your walls, if that's how you would like your home. It is inconsiderate of HER to say anything. You can leave them up for a long time, she sounds bitter for some reason.
I think that over time, you will want fewer up there, maybe two or three if you would like and other memories will replace the meaning of those photos. For the meantime, I suggest putting a photo on your front door , so she see's it when she comes by next."
Miss Mouse replied: "There is no time limit for this. Your neighbor was completely out of line.
Many people keep their wedding pictures on display even though they've been married for 50 years. And why not? A person's wedding day is one of the most significant moments of their lives. it is the beginning of so many things: life together with your chosen, and sometimes perfectly matched, mate; the beginning of a family; the rest of your life. Marriage is not, or shouldn't be, a trivial or light decision, and those who are brave enough to make that choice should be honored and respected. If you and your husband had a child, and put up a picture of the child as an infant, what would your neighbor say in a couple years? "That kid is five years old already--get over it" ? I think not.
It is to your credit that you didn't give your bitter neighbor a piece of your mind on the spot. We should all have so much self-control. Should she--or anyone--ever say something stupid like that to you again, just tell her: "I like to keep memories of one of the happiest days of my life in front of me. These photos, like my husband, represent what is best in my life, and I never want to forget that, not even when my husband and I are old and grey.""
Yuan replied: "Don't let your neighbor's get to you. That house is YOURS. No one have any rights to tell you how to decroate your house but you. So what you still want to put wedding pictures in your house, you like it and that's the most important things ever. Don't give a crap about your neighbor, if she has a problem with it, then don't let her go in t oyour house the next time."
GEEGEE replied: "My brother and his wife got married in 1991 and they have several pictures on display (tho no glasses or cake topper). If you like them, they should stay up. She has a right to her opinion, of course, we all do, but she was a bore to say so, and her "get over it" comment was really unnecessary. I hope you "forgot" to give her the cleaning supplies, which can't be borrowed if she's actually using them. She sounds like a grubber."
Spaghetti Cat replied: "She's an inconsiderate idiot. I've been married almost a year & I have our wedding album on our coffee table. I find that guests enjoy picking it up & looking through it. Especially if they weren't able to attend.
Bottom line - Your neighbor is a goober face & needs to mind her own business. She can decorate however she likes. Question: Is she the neighborhood cat lady? lol"
How does this sound for the reception? I've never even been to a wedding before, and my fiance of course isn't doing much with the decorating. So I'm really just winging everything I'm planning. Anyway, I'm going to put three small glass candle holders on each table, the center one I'll put on top of one of those square mirrors. Then I bought M&Ms in our wedding colors (white and lilac) and I'm going to spread those around in the center of each table. The tables will also have white table cloths, and the bridal party table will have 2 tall candles instead of 3 tea lights. This is our cake :
only we're doing 3 layers, white instead of beige, black instead of dark brown, and lilac instead of baby blue. We're having 200 guests though, so we're also baking sheet cakes. It'll be buttercream icing, no fondant, and white cake. There will be a groom and bride porcelain cake topper. All the forks, plates, and cups are clear and white napkins. The punch is orange, but it's amazing punch, that's why I wanted it. Does all this sound okay?
It's an indoor reception though- I don't think the m&ms will melt... I dunno if I have anything to put them in- most of the stuff I'm using is borrowed.
jillianbeth {B2B 9-5-09} replied: "Sounds good to me, but side note, if your reception is outside or in a tent, the m&ms might get damp and dye the tablecloths. Otherwise I think it all sounds great!"
Miz Sara replied: "Everything sounds good except for the M&Ms... nobody wants to see open candy on a table like that. What if they melt? Use small rocks or something else to get your point across."
confused replied: "I don't think you should sprinkle M&Ms on the table. If you must have them use a candy dish or put them in tulle with a ribbon."
popa replied: "Why are you telling me this as we are expecting an invite that way we can give you our comments first hand.But not to much cake for me as am diabetic.See you Love Popa"
Gina replied: "I agree with the others regarding the M&Ms. They will melt and make a huge mess. You don't need any added stress on your day. A friend of mine had HUGE jars at the entrance of their reception with all different types of candy. One had M&Ms, one had Licorice, etc. They had baggies so people could take the candy with them. It was really fun.
For more ideas, go to your local bookstore and camp out in the bridal section. The bridal magazines have soooo much in them and you can pick and choose which things work for you.
Have fun!!!"
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