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Ideas for wedding reception?

I am having a wedding with about 50 people. Very small. I found a venue but the only problem is the lighting inside the reception building. I know that sounds silly but lighting is very important if you want to look your best in pictures. They are bright fluorescent lights...I want to have dimmer lighting without paying a ton. Any ideas? I know drapery would be a good idea but can't seem to find cheap drapery websites...I would need them already made and ready to be set up because I wouldn't have a clue how to make my own. Thanks!!!

Incorporate candles wherever you can. Make them part of your centerpieces for light on the tables.
Use white lights (Christmas lights) around the edges of the room on the floor or ceiling. You can wrap the lights in white tulle.

Both of these will give a softer glow. The more candles and lights you use, the brighter the room will be but it will still have a romantic feel rather than the harsh fluorescent lighting.

Protect Your Bedroom Air--5 Ways To Keep The Air In Your Bedroom Ready For Sleep

Airborne pollutants can wreak havoc in your bedroom and make it impossible for you to relax, rejuvenate, and most importantly get a good night's sleep. Keeping air quality high by reducing the number of airborne pollutants in your bedroom air will greatly improve how well you sleep.

Here are 5 things that you can do that will help your bedroom air stay as fresh as possible, thus making it easy to awake refreshed, rejuvenated, and eager for another day.

Reduce Dust Mites--Unfortunately, dust mites are a fact of life. You can greatly reduce the dust mite population in your bedroom by washing your linen at least once a week in water that is 140 Fahrenheit or hotter.

Adjust your water heater so that the hot water is heated to the proper temperature. Take extra care that this does not scald you when using water in the sink or bath. Covering your mattress and pillows with dust mite covers will also reduce their count.

Wall to wall carpet feels fabulous to the feet in a bedroom. But the mites love it too, and it's difficult to get them out of carpet with having it professionally cleaned. They then go airborne when with normal movement through the room, and can then be breathed in by you. Try using smaller rugs as accents on wood or tiles floors. They are easier and less costly to clean.

If you have even the slightest sensitivity to mites, it can produce all sorts of symptoms that can cause you to have restless and fitful nights or just plain sleepless nights. Reducing the mite population will make a huge difference and will allow you to relax and sleep well.

Keep Fragrances And Odors Out--Dumping clothes immediately into the washing machine that are full of odors such as smoke, paint, oil, or diesel is a good idea. Doing this rather than storing them in a clothes bin in the bedroom prevents these offensive smells from evaporating into your bedroom and spoiling the air quality.

It's also a good idea to use fragrance free laundry products for bedroom linens and towels. Using fragrance free cleaning products is also a good idea particularly if the bathroom is connected to the bedroom.

Rethink Where Your Pet Sleeps-We all love our pets, but if you notice that having your pet sleep on the bed or even in the room with you at night causes symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion, maybe it's time to rethink where you pet sleeps. Do this gradually so that is it less traumatic for both of you. Buy a soft and inviting pet bed that can be put on the floor away from your bed. If this helps, that might be as far as you have to go. If putting this bit of distance between you does not seem to make a difference, experiment with sleeping in separate rooms for a couple of nights.

Choose Furnishings Carefully--If there are particulates in your air, when they fall they will land on the furnishings you've chosen. Draperies, upholstered furniture, and carpet all make great places for dust to gather.

Surfaces that are more easily cleared of dust are wood floors, vertical blinds, or draperies that can be easily washed periodically and hung again with little effort. Micro suede and soft leather are great options for furniture that can be wiped downed and/or vacuumed.

Use A Bedroom Air Purifier--Using a bedroom air purifier is a proactive and non-invasive wear to keep the air clear all the time. A cleaner with both HEPA and carbon based filtration gives you the best of both worlds.

The HEPA or high efficiency particle arresting air purifier is the technology that is best at removing sub micron size particles including dust, dust mites, pet dander, bacteria and viruses. A cleaner that also contains a carbon based filter will remove any lingering odors, chemicals, or smoke from your bedroom.

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BCL Drapery Hardware 40HAWA Curtain Rod Cornice, Halsted Custom Molding, Walnut, 40-Inch List Price: $194.99 Sale Price: $109.49 You save: $85.50 (44%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description With a bold vertical line pattern our Halsted Cornice is one of our top sellers! The simple design lengthens any room, by drawing the eye upward - and towards the windows. But this is no ordinary cornice; our innovative system featues a built-in curtain rod, perfect for hanging any type of drapery in seconds. Note: Curtain Rods are completely removable should you have blinds or other window treatments currently in place. Features Halsted Curtain Rod Cornice in Walnut Finish 40-Inch 5-Inch profile (height) with 4.5-Inch returns Hand-painted finish, solid steel poles, steel brackets Includes all necessary hardware and mounting instructions Easy cleaning with a damp cloth

Ombre 84" Panel Curtain - Sandstone Sale Price: $12.99   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Achims home furnishing lines include many ready-made products specializing in decorative styles for the window and floor. Achim Importing prides itself as offering outstanding value with the highest quality standards in all products being marketed.Achims Ombre window treatments have brilliant tapestries of flowing color with vibrant blends of rich earth regal or pastel tones.Tailored Ombre panel in an array of color creating a rainbow designDimensions - 50 x 84 inchesColor - SandstoneItems pictured here include panels waterfall valance and tie-up shade. Actual product features one Ombre panel only. Features Gorgeous tailored panel in an array of sandstone color creating a rainbow type effect. 100% Polyester and machine washable. Tasseled waterfall valance available. 50in wide by 84in long

Park B. Smith Grand Baroque Waterfall Valance, Blue List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $16.73 You save: $8.26 (33%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The "Grand Baroque" Waterfall Valance adds beauty and refinement to any window. The opulent damask fabric is adorned with a color coordinated tassel. Great for use with the Grand Baroque Tab Top Panels, or on their own. The rich, draping design of Park B. Smith's Grand Baroque waterfall valance adds dramatic mood and color to large or small windows. Designed for use singly or in multiples, with the Grand Baroque drapery panel or without, the valance is made from a rich-looking damask fabric that is 60 percent cotton and 40 percent polyester. The backdrop has a matte finish, while the lustrous tone-on-tone organic pattern features textured weaving for added opulence. Ready to hang, the valance includes a shimmery tassel cluster for weight and finish. It should be dry cleaned for maintenance, comes in several handsome colors, and measures 45 by 38 inches at full length. --Emily Bedard Features Elegant waterfall valance available in several colors Rich damask with lustrous tone-on-tone pattern Made of 60 percent cotton and 40 percent polyester Use with matching Grand Baroque panel or by itself 45 by 38 inches; ready to hang; must be dry cleaned