April 22 is Earth Day. This worldwide event, first celebrated in 1970, shows support for environmental protection and action to save our planet. Photo Credit: NASA via Unsplash In honor of Earth Day, here are some ideas that you can incorporate into your wedding, (regardless of your wedding date): Limit the number of glasses used … Continue reading Earth Day 2020
Daughter Getting Married? Your Role On Her Big Day
Your daughter is overjoyed to begin the wedding planning process, and as the mother of the bride, you know that you play an important role in her big day. Of course, it's key to talk to your daughter and her fiancé about the role they'd like you to take in their wedding. These traditions seem … Continue reading Daughter Getting Married? Your Role On Her Big Day
Your Wedding Planner is Terrific! But. . .
6 Things Your Wedding Planner Cannot Do For You
A wedding planner offers a wide range of wedding planner services to help you create the wedding you've envisioned. From recommending trusted vendors and managing timelines to keeping everything organized, a planner can take much of the stress out of the planning process. While wedding planner services cover many aspects of planning your celebration, there … Continue reading Your Wedding Planner is Terrific! But. . .
6 Things Your Wedding Planner Cannot Do For You
6 Amenities Your Guests Want Most From Your Wedding Venue
You may have visions of getting married on the top of a mountain or on a secluded beach, but that’s not what your guests have in mind. That’s not what guests want at a wedding. Think about it - most people don’t want to spend hours trudging up hillsides or down steps to get to … Continue reading 6 Amenities Your Guests Want Most From Your Wedding Venue
A Toast to Cost Cutting! 11 Money Saving Tips For Your Bar
You want to host a fabulous party that your wedding guests will long remember. Unless your budget is "out of this world", you will want (or need) to manage expenses somewhere. An open bar with top label wine and liquor can quickly deep six a budget, but that doesn't need to happen. Consider your bar … Continue reading A Toast to Cost Cutting! 11 Money Saving Tips For Your Bar
Something Old – 10+ Fun Ideas For An Old Tradition
“Something Old Something New Something Borrowed Something Blue, and a Lucky Sixpence In Your Shoe.” It’s a timeless wedding saying and tradition, as many brides still incorporate these into their own weddings. We’ve all heard the oft quoted this wedding rhyme. A few weeks ago we talked about ideas for your Something Blue. So, in … Continue reading Something Old – 10+ Fun Ideas For An Old Tradition
5 Wedding Budget Tips That Will Make You Do A Double Take
Hi! So my name is Ashleigh McGarity and I blog over at This Bride Budgets, [original link no longer available] and Jean has so graciously allowed me to come over here and share my tips with you today! These wedding budget tips may sound counterintuitive at first glance; everything from “spend more money” to “increase … Continue reading 5 Wedding Budget Tips That Will Make You Do A Double Take
4 Tips To Help You Choose The Perfect Engagement Ring
An engagement ring is perhaps the most important thing you’ll ever buy. There’s a lot of pressure to get it right, and making that choice can be overwhelming. There’s a lot of choices to make, from the stone to the size, so knowing what to pick can be hard. With these tips, you'll see not … Continue reading 4 Tips To Help You Choose The Perfect Engagement Ring
Non-Traditional Wedding Ideas – 4 Ways To Go Against The Norm With Your Wedding
Here's the thing. There is nothing wrong with a traditional wedding. If you want to follow some of the latest wedding trends, that's fine. But if tradition isn’t your thing, or if you want to change up a few things, you can always choose some non-traditional wedding ideas. It's your special day. You and your … Continue reading Non-Traditional Wedding Ideas – 4 Ways To Go Against The Norm With Your Wedding
The Art of Personalized Gift Giving – Dear Ava
We can all agree that gift giving isn’t easy. Everyone is unique, and has to develop their own philosophies on how to give meaningfully to friends, family, and loved ones. The pressure to find gifts that suit a person’s needs can be a source of stress, especially during the holidays. How do you develop a … Continue reading The Art of Personalized Gift Giving – Dear Ava