Creating a wedding budget can be a daunting task – you’ve got to allocate funds for so many things, including flowers, music, your dress . . . But, even with all the checklists available, there are still items forgotten on the wedding budget. You've got several other items besides the big stuff that has to … Continue reading Top 10 Most Commonly Forgotten Wedding Items to Budget For
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Wedding Q & A – What Are Some Alternatives to Tossing Rice or Bubbles?
Q. - We’re not allowed to throw rice or birdseed after our ceremony, and I really don’t want to do bubbles. What alternatives to tossing rice do we have? A. - Tossing rice originated with the ancient Hindus and Chinese to bestow fertility upon the bride and groom. Although highly traditional, this practice has lost … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – What Are Some Alternatives to Tossing Rice or Bubbles?
20 Easy Ways to Cut Your Wedding Budget Without Cutting Back On Style (#11 – 20)
Are you looking for ways to cut your wedding budget without sacrificing your wedding vision and style? Check out 11 - 20 of these 20 easy tips. 11) Use Non-Floral Elements in Your Decor Non-floral items such as pinecones, twigs, berries and feathers are inexpensive ways to enhance your bouquets and other floral arrangements, and … Continue reading 20 Easy Ways to Cut Your Wedding Budget Without Cutting Back On Style (#11 – 20)
20 Easy Ways to Cut Your Wedding Budget Without Cutting Back On Style
Are you looking for ways to save on a wedding without sacrificing your wedding vision and style? Check out these 20 easy tips. 20 Ways to Save On A Wedding 1) Choose Flowers That Are In Season Many popular and beautiful flowers are available year round. However, there are some -- peonies and lilies of … Continue reading 20 Easy Ways to Cut Your Wedding Budget Without Cutting Back On Style
Top 6 Florist Boo-Boos Brides Make When Planning Their Wedding
If you’re like most brides and grooms, you’re going to have flowers (including bouquets and centerpieces) for your wedding. You can save time, save money and save headaches by avoiding these top 6 wedding floral mistakes. 1. Not thinking through DIY projects Doing the DIY route for your wedding florals is way more than just … Continue reading Top 6 Florist Boo-Boos Brides Make When Planning Their Wedding
Wedding Q & A – Keeping Wedding Guests From Over-Drinking
Keeping guests from overdrinking. Q - Is there any trick for getting our wedding guests not to overdrink? A - Great question about overdrinking. No one wants that. Make sure you have an experienced bartending staff on hand. If your venue is providing the food and beverages, they will usually also provide bartenders. However, even … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Keeping Wedding Guests From Over-Drinking
6 Reasons Why Your DIY Projects Aren’t Working Out
DIY projects are a common pastime for many people, especially for those who are planning their wedding AND wanting to same some $. Popular reasons for doing DIY wedding projects include saving money and putting your personal stamp on things. Sometimes, however, DIY projects don't always work out as envisioned. Here's why: 1. It Takes … Continue reading 6 Reasons Why Your DIY Projects Aren’t Working Out
Keeping it Legal – Your Marriage License
Wedding planning is in full swing – you’re probably thinking of beautiful things like dresses, flowers, music . . . You need to remember one very important (although less exciting) aspect to your wedding – Your Marriage License Here are a few important reminders on getting your license: 1) The rules and requirements very from … Continue reading Keeping it Legal – Your Marriage License
iPhones at Weddings – Should We or Shouldn’t We?
Camera phones / iPhones at weddings. We've all seen guests use them. But do they really need to? We’ve all seen this Microsoft commercial. You know the one where all the wedding guests have their camera phones out during the ceremony, and everyone ends up in a big brawl. Sure, it seems funny, but in … Continue reading iPhones at Weddings – Should We or Shouldn’t We?
Wedding Q & A – Backyard Weddings
Outdoor weddings are on the rise, with 68% of wedding ceremonies and 58% of receptions held outdoors. (Statista ), so it’s highly likely that you are dreaming of an outdoor wedding. Why not take it a step further and create a wedding that reflects your unique style, intimate connections, and cherished memories with a backyard … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Backyard Weddings