Whether you are one of the newly engaged couples from over the holidays or if you said "yes" before the holidays even started . . . I want to first say Congratulations and to let you know it's time for the planning fun to begin.

One of the planning stages will of course involve creating your wedding registry - whether it's for your brand new home or if it's a second marriage - there is a registry for you. At MyRegistry.com, you can add products to your gift list from any store in the world, even right from your smartphone while shopping. It's true. Here's the full scoop on how easy it is to create a wedding registry with MyRegistry.com . . .

1. Adding gifts from any store in the world is a breeze when you place the "Add to MyRegistry" button on your bookmarks bar. Simply browse your favorite stores and instantly add gifts to your bridal registry with the click of the button.
    
2. Adding to your wedding registry list on-the-go is as easy as scanning any barcode and adding the items to your gift list while browsing your favorite store. Shopping at a store that doesn't have a website? Just take a photo and add a few details about where the item can be purchased.
    
3. Have everything you already need but dreaming of a romantic honeymoon? Well, then you can register for cash gifts. Creating a cash gift fund is the tasteful way to register for cash. It can be used for a honeymoon fund {including activities + dinners together}, a down payment on a new home fund or anything you can think of.

So, when it comes time to create your wedding registry - think about how amazing it would be to have a wedding registry that wasn't limited to just a few of your favorite shops. At MyRegistry.com, the sky is the limit when it comes to the possibilities of adding items to your registry. And, MyRegistry.com even syncs with major retailers which means you can incorporate your existing registries with your MyRegistry.com account. You will love the ease of creating your wedding registry and your guests will love the ease of shopping for you.

Click Here to Sign-Up for your Free Wedding Registry Account

Did you know that the January birthstone, which is garnet, has been known to signify trust and affection?

And, since it's the perfect shade of crimson - garnets like these from Blue Nile, are the perfect jewel for weddings in both January and February.

Will you accent your wedding dress with a pretty Garnet necklace or sparkly earrings? Will you gift your bridesmaids with a fancy piece of Garnet jewelry? To help show off your Garnet Jewelry - I've put together a pretty Crimson Garnet Red Inspiration Board for even more ideas to carry the color throughout your wedding {with shopping links afterwards}.

Shop the Crimson Red Inspiration Board . . . Garnet Jewelry from Blue Nile // Red Felt Flower Shoe Clips // Red Rose Silk Wedding Bouquet // Crimson Red Bridal Sash // Modern Red Wedding Rehearsal Invitations // Crimson Red Bridal Hair Comb

Use code RING2016 at checkout / Offer ends 1/27/16 Terms and Conditions *

* Offer is valid only on select rings featured on the ring event promotion page while supplies last. Offer is not valid on engagement rings. The offer cannot be combined with any other offer or discount code and cannot be applied retroactively. Offer not valid for orders shipped to United Kingdom and European countries. Promotion code (RING2016) MUST be entered in cart or mentioned over phone at time of purchase. Discount will appear at time of check out AFTER the promotion code has been entered and does not apply towards any duties, taxes or shipping insurance fees. Offer is valid while supplies last. Void where prohibited or restricted. Void if sold, exchanged, copied or transferred. The offer terms and conditions are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Offer ends at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on January 27, 2016. Diamond eternity rings cannot be resized. We are happy to exchange your ring for another size within 30 days

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The holidays are upon us and what better way to celebrate than with these free printable holiday gift tags I created for you.

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Of course, they are even better when attached to a sweet little package with jewelry inside. Right now, at Blue Nile, you can save 15% off regularly priced jewelry thru December 23rd so you are guaranteed to have your pretty bling gifts arrive in time for holiday gifting. Simply use coupon code BLUE15 at checkout to save. Oh, and the best part? Blue Nile is offering Free FedEx 2 day on all orders, and it bumps up to Free overnight delivery on all orders placed on December 22nd and 23rd. I'd say it's time to start shopping, saving 15%, and wrapping up your jewels in the Blue Nile signature box {or satchel} with these pretty holiday gift tags.

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Terms: *Offer valid on select regularly-priced jewelry purchases. Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount code, cannot be applied retroactively. Offer is only valid on select jewelry items while supplies last. Without limitation, offer will not apply to sale merchandise, preset diamond stud earrings, preset diamond pendants, loose diamonds, Build Your Own Diamond Jewelry®, Build Your Own Ring®, Build Your Own Earrings®, Build Your Own Diamond Pendant®, Monique Lhuillier Engagement, Truly Zac Posen Bridal, Colin Cowie Engagement, custom engagement rings, preset engagement rings, gift certificates, custom orders, backordered items and jewelry cleaning products. Discount will appear at time of check out AFTER the Promotion code BLUE15 has been entered and does not apply towards any duties, taxes or shipping insurance fees. Void where prohibited. Offer expires at 11:59 PM EST on December 23, 2015. The offer terms and conditions are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Other restrictions may apply.

This download is for personal use only and cannot be re-sold and/or used commercially. Once downloaded, simply open in a photo editing program and print {preferably on photo paper to keep the brightness of the gems}. There are 8 on a single page, simply trim in half vertically and horizontally and then each in half again. Enjoy and feel free to share how you're using them on social media by tagging me @weddingsites - I would love to re-share.

Today is an exciting day as the holiday season has started. But, in all honesty, how is it November already? Luckily, I have some great news to share with you . . . a secret jewelry sale has just started at Blue Nile. The timing is perfect with upcoming holiday weddings, office parties, family gatherings, and date nights either out on the town or at home by the warm fire. This jewelry sale is for a limited time and you can save 40% on select items from Blue Nile's collection of fine jewelry. To save the 40% - simply enter SECRETSALE at checkout. Below is a preview of the great jewelry that's on available for 40% off. UPDATE: Diamond Earrings have now been added to the sale!

Click here to start shopping and saving for your next "something fancy" and make a statement at your next party or date night.

Terms:  Save 40% on select items. Valid while supplies last on jewelry products found here. Offer not valid on sale merchandise, loose diamonds, settings, Build Your Own Diamond Jewelry™, gift certificates, Designer Collective, Zac Posen jewelry, Monique Lhuillier jewelry, polishing cloths or cleaner purchases. Not valid for special orders. Reference code SECRETSALE must be entered in cart or mentioned over phone at time of purchase. Offer may not be combined with any other offer, cannot be applied retroactively and does not apply towards any duties, taxes or shipping insurance fees. Void where prohibited. Offer expires midnight EST 11/25/2015. The offer terms and conditions are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Other restrictions may apply.

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There are so many ways you can incorporate "something blue" into your wedding day. But, one special way is with a sapphire gemstone {the traditional symbol of nobility, truth, and romance} that can be worn again and again after your big day. This month, there's something extra special about blue. Not only is sapphire the birthstone for September, but today happens to be my little girl's 3rd birthday {who tends to answer blue nearly every time you ask her "what color is this?"}. I think she realizes how pretty blue is.

Today, I have teamed up with Blue Nile and I'm sharing with you my 7 romantic ways to have pretty Sapphire Gemstones be the "something blue" on your wedding day. PS: simply use the coupon code BRENDA when shopping at Blue Nile to save 10% online or via phone.

1. Wedding Band . . . Be different and have Luna Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Ring be your wedding band

2. Wrist Accent . . . Wear the Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet as a delicate accent on your wrist

3. Engagement Ring . . . Have the Sapphire and Diamond Ring be your engagement ring and wear your "something blue" every day

4. Bedazzle Your Neckline . . . Wear the Sapphire and Diamond Floral Teardrop Necklace {from the Blue Nile Studio Something Blue Collection} and bedazzle your neckline in crystal and blue sparkles

5. Pretty Hair Up-Do . . . Wear your hair in a pretty up-do and add the Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings

6. Wear Your Blessings . . . Marrying in a church? Select a frilly and full wedding gown and wear the dainty Sapphire Cross Pendant

7. Remember Your Loved Ones . . . Honor your loved ones and keep them close to you for your entire wedding with the Sapphire Petite Oval Locket

Which "something blue" sapphire gemstone idea is your favorite?

This post was sponsored by Blue Nile, but all ideas are my own.

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