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
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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
Protect Your Special Day (and Have Peace of Mind) With Wedding Contracts
Wedding contracts for your big day—do you really need them? ABSOLUTELY! There are a myriad of critical details that are part of your wedding plans. It only makes sense to have wedding contracts or letters of agreement with each of the professional vendors you have hired for your wedding to help ensure that these details … Continue reading Protect Your Special Day (and Have Peace of Mind) With Wedding Contracts
Want a Fun, Creative Guest Book Alternative?
Do you want something more than just a list of your wedding guests' names after your wedding day? Instead of the traditional guest book, are you looking for a guest book alternative? Do you want to have something fun for your guests to do at your reception? Then how about a Guestbook Store guest book? … Continue reading Want a Fun, Creative Guest Book Alternative?
Something Blue – 7 New Ideas For An Old Tradition
“Something Old Something New Something Borrowed Something Blue.” It’s a timeless wedding saying and tradition, as many brides still incorporate these into their own weddings. The traditional options for "Something Blue" are the bride's undergarments, specifically a garter or underwear (I had a little blue bow sewn onto mine. TMI? Sorry). Is trying to decide … Continue reading Something Blue – 7 New Ideas For An Old Tradition