DreamGreenWedding
Rather than waiting for the first day of spring, January was the time of the year that kept singles the most active in Ireland. Epiphany, January 6, was the busiest time for matchmaking. There was a church ruling established in 1563 that prohibited weddings during Lent. The Irish had misinterpreted the ruling. They felt that marriages should take place before Lent. Shrove Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday, was the most favorite day for Irish weddings. When planning a wedding, there are a few basics to consider first. The location of the wedding will appear on the invitations. The last few days of winter can be spent indoors making wedding invitations. Invitations should be sent six to eight weeks before a wedding date. Since St Patricks Day is a holiday, sending invitations eight weeks before a wedding day is advisable. With only a few simple ingredients, invitations can be made to send to guests. A few window screenings can be kept within a short walking distance of the house. The...