How Important is Certification to Becoming a Wedding Planner?

As with any profession, training, whether it's a certification program or not, is important. There's disagreement among people in the wedding industry about the benefits of wedding planner certification programs. Some feel that what is taught in many of those programs is "dated." Others are concerned that a certification program is not the “end all … Continue reading How Important is Certification to Becoming a Wedding Planner?

10 Easy Ways to Really Enjoy Your Wedding (From Planning to the Big Day Itself!)

photo credit: randomdirectory [link no longer available] via photopin cc The days spent planning your wedding, not to mention the wedding day itself, will go by so fast. Some of that time can be stressful, other times a lot of fun. Here are 10 ways you can enjoy your wedding day (and the days leading … Continue reading 10 Easy Ways to Really Enjoy Your Wedding (From Planning to the Big Day Itself!)

Shhhh! 4 Wedding Planner Secrets The “Experts” Don’t Want You To Know

photo credit: uochi. via photopin cc A great thing about planning your wedding is that you don’t have to go it alone. There are literally hundreds, no thousands, of superb professionals out there, and these wedding experts can make sure you have the wedding of your dreams. But there are a few wedding planner secrets … Continue reading Shhhh! 4 Wedding Planner Secrets The “Experts” Don’t Want You To Know

6 Easy Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Invitations

It's no secret that weddings can be expensive, and couples frequently look for ways to pare down their budget. Here are 6 easy ways to save money on your wedding invitations. photo credit: William Arthur Fine Stationery via photopin cc 6 Ways To Save Money On Your Wedding Invitations 1. Forgo upgrades such as envelope … Continue reading 6 Easy Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Invitations

3 Guest List/RSVP SNAFUs That Will Make You Go “AARRGGHHH” on Your Wedding Day (And What to Do About Them)

You’ve got it all planned out. Your guest list is complete, invitations have been mailed out, and you’re anxiously awaiting for the RSVPS to be returned so you’ll know how many people to plan for. Sometimes things go awry. Here are 3 common guest list SNAFUs that can happen, and how to deal with them. … Continue reading 3 Guest List/RSVP SNAFUs That Will Make You Go “AARRGGHHH” on Your Wedding Day (And What to Do About Them)

Book Review – The Bride’s Money Book: How to Have a Champagne Wedding on a Ginger-Ale Budget by Pamela A. Piljac

Book Review - The Bride's Money Book: How To Have A Champagne Wedding On A Ginger Ale Budget by Pamela A. Piljac As a wedding planner and designer I am always on the look out for helpful resources to add to my library to use assisting couples plan their own weddings. The Bride's Money Book: … Continue reading Book Review – The Bride’s Money Book: How to Have a Champagne Wedding on a Ginger-Ale Budget by Pamela A. Piljac