25 Romantic Wedding Chandelier Ideas
The most important part of a wedding is the décor and lighting. Wedding chandeliers can completely change the look of the wedding venue and make it beautiful and attractive. From flower chandeliers…
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Reception Rooms: Adding The Finishing Touches
There is a reasonable chance you will spend a lot of time in your wedding reception room after your ceremony is complete. That is the place where you will converse with your friends and family while…
Small Unique Wedding Venue ideas in Michigan
While there are a lot of wedding venues that can accommodate a large number of guests, not all of us dream of doing the big wedding thing. On the contrary, there are probably just as many people…
Out Of The Ordinary: 7 Unconventional Wedding Venue Ideas
Celebrating love will always be special no matter who the couples are. Nevertheless, if it’s your wedding, you can consider adding a quirk or two, like opting for an unconventional wedding venue.…
The Ultimate Guide To The Perfect Christmas Wedding
Ok, so we are only just taking our first wary steps into September, but that doesn’t mean we can’t focus on Christmas. If you’re tempted by a festive wedding or if you are already in the throes of…
A Rushed Wedding: Making Your Own Venue in a Month
When your wedding is in October, and it’s May of the same calendar year, you have plenty of time to plan. Plenty of time to go taste cakes, interview DJs, find a venue, and decide on decorations.…
Real Wedding: Lessons Learned Planning an Outdoor Wedding
Planning an outdoor wedding is not easy. Planning an outdoor wedding on your friends’ acreage in only a month due to a health scare is plain hard. What will the temperature be like on the big day?…
Wedding Decorations: Heart Garland
You can use them in doorways and wall decorations. You can hang them from ceilings and entwine them with fairy lights. They can be made up of any shapes and colors that you want. They can be your…
Fun Ways to Entertain Wedding Guests
When it comes to providing some fun ideas to entertain wedding guests, you’ve got some sweet options. You can go with a classic DJ entertainment setup, but you can also book a live band and throw in…
Everything You Need To Know About Wedding Vendor Agreements
When it comes to hiring professional vendors, it’s ultra-important to know that you can’t just “shake on it.” Having vendor agreements with any and all people you are paying for services or goods on…
19 Questions About Your Wedding Ceremony Venue You Need To Answer
One of the most daunting things about getting married is finding the perfect wedding ceremony venue to say “I do” in. Why? The cost of the venue can take up a lot of your budget if you’re not…
7 Money-Saving Wedding Swaps to Save Your Budget
There are always money-saving wedding swaps you can make that don’t mean getting your Uncle Bill to play GrillMaster! Most couples already know about major ways to save money (e.g. tie the knot in…
Execute your DIY Wedding like a Pro
Planning a DIY wedding isn’t a new concept, but executing the entire event with the help of some (overly enthusiastic, reluctant, or drunk) friends and family – now that can be a challenge. If you as…
Scrumptious Bite-Size Eats for Your Spring Reception
For some reason I always equate Spring with Easter at my Nanna’s house. When you arrived there was just food galore. Trays of bite size eats all over the kitchen that spilled into the dining room.…
Your Sunday Brunch Wedding Reception Is Ready!
Think outside the box when it comes to hosting a killer wedding reception. You don’t have to go with a traditional dinner; so why not throw a Sunday Brunch? If you and your husband are the ‘Sunday…
A Quick Guide to Wedding Catering for the Cool Kids
Sometimes couples want to be sweet, romantic and not-so-formal when it comes to the reception and wedding catering. Modern wedding receptions are taking traditional and formal elements and putting…
What Are Your Wedding Reception Venue Flower Options?
Figuring out where you are having your wedding reception and determining what your venue flower options are is not all that easy. When it comes to planning your big day, what you need to consider?…
4 Ways to Cut the Catering Cost of a Budget Wedding
by Brittany McComas Cut the catering cost to trim your budget when it comes to saving money on your wedding reception. This week we’ve gone after the posh receptions, crazy catering plans, and boozy…
3 Things to Know About Wedding Toasts
When it comes to what happens at the reception, you might have a plethora of questions about wedding toasts. Do people even still do toasts? How do you ask someone to toast you? Check out our how to…
DIY Glitter Candle Holders For a Golden Reception Glow
You didn’t think we were going to leave you with all that glitter left over from making the vases and nothing to make, did you? No way. We love projects, and these super-gorgeous diy glitter candle…
Everything You Need To Know About Wedding Marquees
by Brittany McComas When it comes to wedding marquees, you might have a million questions. Below we’ve got the most fabulous tips for hiring a wedding marquee. First of all, the yanks reading this…
Set the Mood By Dimming the Lights – DIY Uplighting
Have you ever looked at what it costs to set the mood with lights during a wedding reception? You can save a bundle by doing your own DIY uplighting! The Low Down On DIY Uplighting Rental Doing your…
29 Budget-Friendly, Easy and DIY Centerpieces
Looking for a project that doesn’t take much time, doesn’t cost too much and – oh, yeah – is perfect for your wedding centerpieces? We’ve rounded up a boatload of them (if a boat holds 29 awesome…
4 Awesome Reasons You Should Be Using Greenery at Your Wedding
The all baby’s breath trend has taken over many weddings as a low-cost alternative to expensive roses and other wedding blooms. But there is an unsung hero when it comes to flowers for your big day.…
Planning a Wedding Send-Off Line
You wait your whole life to get married, so at the end of the day, you want to leave your wedding with flair. This much anticipated moment should never be dull or boring. Making a memorable exit is…
How One Wedding Dance Can Defeat Bridezilla
When it comes to banishing bridezilla on the most important day of your life, you need to get into the groove of things! Nothing helps you toss stress and fight fatigue like the right wedding dance.…
Don’t Make 5 These Wedding Dance Music Mistakes
By Chris Lynam Ready to party down at your wedding? Finally, you’ll be able to let your hair down and relax after so many months of planning! But wait just a minute, have you gotten your music…
Wedding Planning: What You're Doing Wrong and How to Do It Right
by Brittany McComas Here we go again! My weekly rant on how to be budget savvy by not reading things that are absolute nonsense in the wedding planning world, and boy did I find some doozies this…
Beautiful Ways to Make Your Wedding Venue Memorable
Anyone who has gotten married will tell you how much hard work is involved with planning a wedding. It can take up so much of your time. But newly-weds will also tell you how memorable it is. Putting…
Weather-Proof Your Wedding Day
No matter what season you choose for your wedding, if it’s an outdoor ceremony, there’s always going to be weather concerns. Knowing how to weather-proof any situation can give you peace of mind as…
Butterbeer? Liquid Luck? How About Some Harry Potter Themed Wedding Ideas!
Themed weddings are all the rage these days. If you’re a Harry Potter mega fan, you might want to add some sweet, spooky and magical elements to your reception. Sometimes themes can come off…
Evening Wedding? Have a Late Night Snack Bar!
by Brittany McComas One of the cutest ideas I have ever seen is the thoughtfulness behind a late night snack bar. So many times there’s only dinner, next thing you know the Mother of The Bride is…
Eat Clean On Your Wedding Day – a Paleo Menu
by Brittany McComas A lot of people are eating clean these days. If you’re hosting a small dinner party wedding reception, there are ways to keep it posh and feed your guests some sweet, clean eats!…
Have Some Fiesta Fun With a Taco Wedding Bar
by Brittany McComas Some of us would love Chipotle to cater our wedding. Unfortunately, catering just isn’t always in the budget. Have no fear! My DIY Taco Wedding Bar ideas will have your mouth…
Bad-a$$ Wedding Cocktail Ideas For Budgeting Brides
by Brittany McComas Serving alcohol at your wedding can be a nightmare. Cash bars are okay. Gift/donation bars are cute. But–let’s be frank: Wedding guests go gaga over specialty drinks and free…
Rustic, Country Wedding on a Budget? Have a Biscuit Bar!
by Brittany McComas No matter where I go in the world, most people know, this Southern girl loves her biscuits. Biscuits are the most amazing little, fluffy creations in the food world. They can also…
DIY Your Cocktail Wedding Reception Food
A cocktail reception is a great way to encourage guests to mingle and get to know each side of the family. Unfortunately, cocktail wedding receptions are not always budget-friendly. Caterers charge a…
Are You Ready To Deliver A Wedding Toast?
Picture this: The big day has finally arrived. You are wearing your expensive dress or tuxedo and you have just been included (or were the main feature of!) an amazing wedding ceremony. Now you are…
Choosing The Perfect Music For Your Wedding Reception
When it comes to your big day, while there’s no doubting that the ceremony itself is one you’ll remember for the rest of your lives, it’s ultimately the wedding reception which your guests will talk…
Want a Vintage Vibe For Your Wedding? Try These Wedding Bar Ideas
by Brittany McComas Going old school with your wedding theme is ‘oh so sweet’ for a wedding bar or themed reception. With themes on the rise, adding a touch of vintage class can help you and your…
Bring On The Minis! The Mini Wedding Appetizers!
Forget traditional canapés and bring on the mini foods! A lot of receptions kick off with a collection of bite size, mini wedding appetizers. Mini-foods are a fabulous way to make it look like you’ve…
Host A Delicious Post-Wedding Breakfast Bar
by Brittany McComas Perfect for fall weddings as we move into the cooler months, breakfast can be a great DIY bar for any wedding, really. Perhaps you’re hosting your out of town guests for a…
Show Off The Signatures – A Wedding Guestbook You Can See
At weddings, it is customary to sign a guestbook, but the wedding guestbook you choose can be far from traditional. Though some couples still opt for a book full of their engagement pictures with…
10 Ways to Save Money On Your Wedding Reception
After the wedding ceremony traditionally everyone heads over to the wedding reception to dance, enjoy good food and drinks and most importantly to celebrate the lovely newlyweds. The reception can be…
Fun Wedding Food Ideas: Backyard Barbecue Reception
Everyone loves a good barbecue, and weddings in warmer months can really be a hit if you serve up a little Southern hospitality. When I think of fun wedding food ideas, homemade hits of the south mac…
Wedding Lighting Ideas for Ceremony or Reception
Just as there are a million and one places to have your ceremony and reception, there are probably equally as many options to light it. Depending on many factors, such as the location, the building…
9 Important Money Saving Questions to Ask A Venue
The last thing you want on your big day is unexpected fees from your wedding venue. When you sign a contract with a venue, this is a binding monetary agreement – so make sure you ask all the right…
Crafternoon Showers: DIY Ideas for Beginners
It’s no secret that a little DIY can go a long way when it comes to keeping your wedding budget in check. But what what happens if crafting is not your strong suit? If you find yourself more in the…
4 Perfect Ways To Use Succulents In Your Wedding
Succulents are hot this year, and after coming off of last year’s obsession with everything burlap, it’s a welcome sight. They’re small, hardy and fascinatingly beautiful. These elegant and long…
Wedding Caterers – Where To Begin Your Search
Typically, about 48% of the average wedding budget is spent on catering. With that much sunk into something you don’t even get to keep after the big day is over (and no, leftovers don’t count), it’s…
Not Going to the Chapel: 5 Unconventional Wedding Venues
Congratulations, you’re engaged! Now, close your eyes and imagine your wedding day. If you aren’t picturing a chapel ceremony or ballroom reception, you’re not alone! More and more couples are opting…
5 Top Tips For A Perfect Summer Wedding In The UK
With Summer 2015 well and truly here in the UK, you may be starting to get excited and be ramping up the planning for your Summer 2016 or even 2017 weddings. It is never too soon to set the planning…
Pumpkins and Apples: Simple Wedding Centerpieces
With all the time and effort they put into the preparations, every bride and groom want a beautiful wedding. But until you plan one and understand what goes on behind the scenes, you don’t know that…
Wedding Reception Buffet Bingo – How To Keep The Buffet Line Moving
Quite a few evening wedding receptions include a buffet-style meal where everyone stands in an enormous line waiting while those actually at the food table decide if they want Italian or Ranch…
Spend or Skip? Wedding Details You Can Do Without
You’re a bride on a budget, and that budget isn’t big. Your dollars need to be carefully spent on just the wedding details that are the most meaningful to you at your wedding, and not on things that…
A Guide to Budget Wedding Stationary: Programs and Place Cards and Napkins Oh My!
So we’ve sent out our Save the Dates, we’ve decided on an invitation set; now what? If you’re a bride with simple desires like me, you may not have thought about the need for a wedding program or an…
Make Your Wedding Spending Count
My only true wedding spending regret, led me to share this tip. Don’t spend money on things that don’t make a statement, or that don’t matter. I decided early on in the wedding planning process that…
Definitely Ask These Questions When Hiring a Wedding DJ
“I originally thought that we would just set up a phone playlist connected to a speaker system because “DJs just make a generic playlist of pop songs…” But my fiancé really wanted a DJ, and when we…
DIY: Easy Inexpensive Picture Centerpieces
There’s so many things to remember to plan for your wedding and – if you’re on a budget – so few funds! This is an idea seen on pinterest, but we’ve found some WAY lower prices if you DIY most of it!…
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Don't Forget These 4 Things When Picking A Wedding Reception Location!
Your wedding reception location is one of the most important – if not THE most important things you have to plan for your wedding. It is, after all, where you and your guests will probably spend the…
The Wedding Budget Breakdown: Who Pays For What?
Weddings are expensive. The amount that can be totaled if you pay for every detail is enough to drain any family’s bank accounts or worse – leave them stranded with debt. Since 2012, more and more…
DIY Idea – Glittering Candlesticks (or Vases!)
This is a quick and easy DIY project that can help you out when you either don’t have the budget for floral centerpieces or just want something a little different. Glittering candlesticks and vases…
Do You Really NEED a DJ?
Recently, I got married, and everything went better than we could have imagined! The dance floor was full from the start, and we think all our guests had a ton of fun. It turned out great, but we…
Five Ways to Find a Great Wedding Florist
If money is an issue and you want to make your wedding beautiful by including flowers, then selecting a truly great wedding florist will help you a lot. A wedding is the most important event in the…
Have a Backyard Wedding – Instant Perfect Party
If you are having a small wedding, with not too many people attending, then a backyard wedding reception is perfect for you. Backyard weddings are simple yet elegant and are a little more personal…