OmniBride™ & TWC: New Beginnings & Fond Farewells
The Wedding Chat has been a labor of love and a launching pad to something new and exciting for the entire online wedding community. You see we discovered a black hole…
As bloggers in the wedding industry we adore the vast blogosphere but, for a while, have felt such a deep void when attempting to research and find great content. Oh, we know it’s out there. In fact we take pride in the topics we’ve covered. But think about it-when you try to find something it’s often a time-consuming, hit-or-miss experience. There is so much valuable information out there and searching is like drifting aimlessly out in space.
Well, our frustration turned into opportunity. We connected with some tech virtuosos to help us create OmniBride, the first search-find-share destination solely for the wedding industry.
Our mission was to bring the entire online wedding community together so none of us has to wander aimlessly through the Internet to find great ideas, inspirations and resources.
We are just beginning to officially launch OmniBride and say a fond farewell to The Wedding Chat. We are sad for TWC to end as it has been steadily growing in popularity but feel our mission to bring together the entire online wedding community is the best use of our energies. We felt it even more when blogger Kelly Gribben, Keg Design, landed on us while she was randomly checking her site meter…”I discovered OmniBride as a referring site and one that is solely devoted to wedding-related things. What a cool concept! It’s definitely something the online wedding community can use.” We hope you think so too!
For brides: You’ll find that OmniBride is the most comprehensive destination for researching and planning your wedding.
For bloggers: Your voices will be heard by an exponentially greater audience. If the community loves your content, your stats will grow—and so will your fan base.
For industry: You have the opportunity to find out what the online wedding community is saying (or not saying) about your goods and services. You can engage in the community dialogues.
For journalists: This is your tool for researching and uncovering the latest buzz and resources.
You have the power to rate the value of a search result by either “loving” or “trashing” it so, unlike a general search engine, the community determines what rises to the top. So participate often and let your voice be heard throughout the wedding universe!
But there’s more to OmniBride—check out our feeds for the daily news and the most current wedding-related contests and giveaways. And if it’s being talked about—we’ll find it!
You may have noticed that this is a BETA version of OmniBride. This means that Version 1 is ready for take-off. But our vision doesn’t end here—count on an explosion of features and functions in the near future. For now, enjoy your exploration…and let us know about your experiences of finding it in the wedding cosmos.
A New Alternative to a Traditional Registry
Forget the china you’ll never use, the crystal that will gather dust in the cabinetry or the silver platters you have to constantly keep polished. Give those who want to help feather your nest an alternative through Christopher Peacock Home. The cabinetry company recently launched a bridal registry so well wishers can contribute to the building of your home, not just a few pieces of bric-a-brac. Interested brides can send an email inquiry for more information or to arrange an initial meeting with a Designer and set up an account. – JM
New from Calphalon – Professional Meets Practical
Leave it to CALPHALON to bridge the need for nonstick cooking with the desire for professional cookware. Their new Calphalon Unison™ revolutionary Slide Nonstick surface releases food effortlessly and the specially textured Seared Nonstick surface seals in flavor – the perfect pair to free the culinary spirit. It debuted in March through Williams-Sonoma and is receiving rave reviews. It was just shipped to Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Bed, Bath & Beyond on June 15th so you”ll see it on their shelves soon. If you are looking for a blend of professional yet practical for today’s healthy on-the-go living, then this is the product for you.
It comes in every combination – omelette pans, sauce pans, soup pots, frittata pan sets, egg poacher, saute pans, stock pots, grill and fry pans and a roaster. An eight piece set retails for $499.95, a ten piece for $599.95 and fifteen piece for 949.95. Individual pieces vary from $49.95 to $275. – JM
What does your registry really need?
Attend this registry event on specially selected dates beginning February 8, 2009 at CRATE & BARREL stores nationwide and find out what your registry really needs.
Space is limited! RSVP as soon as possible by calling 800-996-9960 to find the Crate & Barrel store nearest you or visit ‘The Wedding Parties’ page at www.crateandbarrel.com
These glasses are…ON FIRE!
Destined to be an artist and entrepeneur, Jefferey Woods, in 2005 launched his business WOODEYE STUDIOS ECCENTRIC GLASSWORKS.
Jeffery Woods experimented with a variety of art forms before finding his artistic calling. Inspired by two well-known glass artists, Michael Joplin and Debra May, and their popular workshop in Tuscon, Arizona; Jeffery was able to bring together two of his favorite art mediums, glass carving and pen & ink drawing to create what he considers to be, functional art.
As you can see below, his functional art is amazing!! I have seen these glasses in person and I can pretty much guarantee the first time you lay your ‘wood’ eyes on them that you will let out a…WOW! Now it is your turn to be inspired and bring a little flair to your home with his collection of cocktail glasses, ornaments, vases, and even a gorgeous sink! I agree with WOODEYE STUDIOS, “Art does not have to be a special occasion, so why not add some to your table today!”
Below, you can see these glasses in action at one of my recent weddings. The bride & groom chose to have a ‘Hot Rods & Humor’ themed wedding with a purple, black, & silver color palette. As, you can see, these WOODEYE STUDIOS ‘Tribal Flair’ Champagne Glasses in purple were the perfect touch and brought just the right amount of fiery sizzle to their wedding!
Above Photo Courtesy of www.michellewalker.com
I encourage you to explore the different designs and glass products WOODEYE STUDIOS offers and to visit their website at www.woodeye.com
