Many engaged couples choose to hire a seasoned wedding consultant to help them create their big day. A great wedding planner is a small investment, as she (or he) can help you secure the perfect location for your reception, score you discounts on vendor services, and so much more.
Is it possible to create a fabulous wedding without a planner? Of course it is; you just need to become extra resourceful, and you need to learn to ask the right questions. Here's how:
1- Write Out Your Vision
Since the tender age of six, you've dreamed of having a large wedding at
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Avoiding Roadblocks to Wedding Planning
by Anna P. August 3rd, 2011 | Planning
As soon as you start planning your wedding, you will discover that roadblocks seem to make an appearance everywhere you go. So how do you handle these issues? Here are three common problems you may face, and how you can deal with them.
1 - Family Trouble
You and your fiancé are engaged. Your parents are thrilled, and everyone is happy. The only downside is that your parents are also the ones that are footing most, if not the entire bill. Does that mean you're obligated to say yes when your mother asks you to wear the same dress that she
1 - Family Trouble
You and your fiancé are engaged. Your parents are thrilled, and everyone is happy. The only downside is that your parents are also the ones that are footing most, if not the entire bill. Does that mean you're obligated to say yes when your mother asks you to wear the same dress that she
Things to Do Before the Big Day
by Anna P. July 29th, 2011 | Planning
There is so much to do before you actually walk down the the aisle, that it may be hard to know where to start. You may find that it's so easy to become caught up with all the wedding details, you might forget to do important things, like getting a marriage license and changing your name.
1- Research State Marriage License Rules and Apply
Make it legal by checking out the rules and application instructions. There are a few states that require blood tests or vaccinations, so be sure to check in advance. If you've previously been married, you may need
1- Research State Marriage License Rules and Apply
Make it legal by checking out the rules and application instructions. There are a few states that require blood tests or vaccinations, so be sure to check in advance. If you've previously been married, you may need
Wedding Freebies
by Anna P. July 27th, 2011 | Budget, Planning
Getting married is expensive! You've got to pay for everything, and everything is so costly. You pay hundreds of dollars on dresses, attire for the party, a wedding cake, catering, photography, venues, and the honeymoon. The best thing you can do to save extra money is to look for free gifts. Searching for wedding freebies isn't hard when you know where to look, and the best place to start is wedding websites and magazines. Here are a few other places to find wedding related freebies.
Free Stationery Samples
Choosing the invitations and other forms of stationery is hard. This is why
Free Stationery Samples
Choosing the invitations and other forms of stationery is hard. This is why
Special Touch: Calligraphy
by Anna P. July 22nd, 2011 | Planning
Calligraphy is both a form of art and fine handwriting. It's a classic and romantic choice for weddings, as it adds a lot of style to invitations, programs, place cards, and more. This type of art is created using fancy handwriting with a special old-fashioned pen and ink.
1- Decide Uses for Calligraphy
Unless you have the money to burn, and the desire to make sure that everything matches, you will probably want to limit your calligraphy to just stationery or table accessories. You might also consider applying the art to invitations and to the table numbers. It's up to you
1- Decide Uses for Calligraphy
Unless you have the money to burn, and the desire to make sure that everything matches, you will probably want to limit your calligraphy to just stationery or table accessories. You might also consider applying the art to invitations and to the table numbers. It's up to you
