2012 Double Happiness Calendar

Why not share the good fortune all year through with this beautiful 2012 Double Happiness Calendar. Each page includes a full color original image featuring the double happiness symbol. This calendar could even be used as a unique wedding favour for your guests.


2012 Double Happiness Calendar by bluewren08
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Symbolism of the Double Happiness Chinese Character

The Double Happiness symbol is represented by the kanji character "shuang-xi" and is especially auspicious for Chinese weddings.  The symbol conveys the happiness of the bridal couple who will be united in marriage. The symbol, which is composed of two kanji characters also signifies that the bridal couple and their respective families are coming together harmoniously and with great happiness as their two families unite.

Wedding Keepsake Pink Blossom Double Happiness by custominvites4u

Double Happiness Wedding Seal

Double Happiness Wedding Seal

Double Happiness will be yours when you send your wedding invitations enclosed in an envelope with this beautiful wedding seal.  This beautiful range of Chinese Double Happiness Wedding Stationery features the Chinese character for double happiness in textured gold color at the top, overlaying a larger double happiness character which softly blends with the red graduated background. The elegant script text is easily customisable using the template provided with each product. The range includes a Wedding Invitation, Save the Date card and magnet, RSVP card, Thank You Card, bonbonniere gift card, table number cards, table seating cards, envelopes and matching postage stamps, wedding planner and more. The envelope included with the 5"x 7" invitations will also fit smaller enclosures such as the 4.25" x 5.5" RSVP card and envelope.


The Double Happiness Story

During the reign of Tang dynasty, a young boy was on his way to the capital to appear for an examination, the results of which would qualify him with highest marks to become a minister in the royal court. On the way, he suddenly fell ill. While he was passing through a mountainous village, he came across an herbal practitioner who took him to his home. Thanks to the doctor, and his young daughter, the young boy recovered soon.

It was difficult for the young boy to leave the doctor's house when he was well again, as he had fallen in love with the doctor's daughter during his stay there. Before the boy left, the young girl wrote down the right hand part of a couplet for the boy. He left their house, promising that he would marry her as soon as he finished the examination.

The young boy successfully passed the examination and received the highest score. The emperor showed appreciation for boy's knowledge. During his interview with the boy, the king asked him to complete the right hand part of a couplet. Suddenly, the young boy remembered what his young love had written for him. Realizing that it was perfect answer to the emperor's couplet, he answered the emperor with her words. The emperor was more than happy with his reply, and soon appointed him as a minister in the court. He also permitted the boy some time to visit his hometown before assuming the office.

The young boy went straight to the young girl and told her everything about the examination. He kept his promise to her, and they got married. On their wedding day, both of them wrote the same right half of a couplet, which had kept them together. This is how the double happiness character came to be.