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A homemade wedding cake topper.

Homemade Wedding Cake Topper IdeasCreating your own wedding cake topper is not only fun, it is a way to show your creativity or say something about yourself on this special day. This page offers some ideas about homemade wedding cake toppers.

 

Wedding Reception Table Topper

Wedding Reception Table TopperWeddings can be very expensive. One place you can, not only save money but also, exhibit your creativity and personal taste is by making your own table toppers for the reception. This page contains steps and photos you will need to make a table topper or get ideas for your own version.

 

Wedding invitations that were printed at home.

Printing Wedding Invitations at HomeIf you are in a hurry or come up short, you can save commercial printing or invitation kit costs. Make your own personalized wedding invitations at home.

 

A photographer taking pictures of a wedding couple.

Hiring a Wedding PhotographerCapture your special day by hiring a professional photographer to take photos of your ceremony and reception. A wedding is the perfect opportunity to get formal photos of the newly combined family too.

 

Measurements being taken of a woman in a wedding dress.

Altering A Wedding DressWhile altering a wedding dress that you are buying new is a common event, this page directs its attention to altering hand me down wedding dresses. In that situation you will be dealing with a variety of issues, such as style, color, age, and more. Each of these calls for its own solution. A passed down dress if altered properly is well worth the investment of time and money.

 

Macaroons and other wedding sweet treats.

Alternatives to Wedding CakeMany couples look for alternatives to the traditional wedding cake for their reception. You have seen wedding cupcakes and cupcake towers. Another clever idea discussed on this page is a donut wall. Read on to learn how to make one.

 

DIY Jar Lamp Wedding Souvenir - attach a ribbon crown to the top

DIY Jar Lamp Wedding SouvenirYou can make jar lamp wedding souvenirs for your own wedding or for a friend or relative. This DIY project is personalized and will save you money on wedding favors.

 

Creative glass flower vase Wedding Decorations hanging in the forest

Creative Wedding DecorationsYour wedding is a special day that should reflect the personality of you and your significant other. Get creative with your wedding decorations to personalize your wedding and reception.

 

A calendar with the chosen wedding date circled.

Choosing a Wedding DateDepending on where and when to plan to get married, you can save money by choosing an off-season event. Off-season wedding months may vary depending on your location and venue.

 

White wedding dresses hanging in a row.

Wedding Dress Tips and TricksThe wedding dress can be one of the more expensive budget items when planning a wedding and will require special care for cleaning, alterations and storage. The experiences of former brides can help you manage any unexpected challenges with your wedding dress.

 

Wedding Dress and Tux shaped Favor bags.

Paper Bag Wedding Dress FavorThese very cute favors begin with a simple treat sized paper bag. Cut the bodice and decorate in the wedding colors and add ribbon, beads, etc. to complete the look. Learn how to make a paper bag wedding dress favor in this page.

 

Easy Elegant Paper Party Favours - add decorations suitable for the occasion

Handmade Paper Party FavorsParty favors are popular for children's parties, weddings and anniversaries but the cost can add up. Here are some simple handmade favors made from paper that you probably already have at home.

 

Wedding invitations using a printed kit.

Using a Printable Kit for Wedding InvitationsSave money and make your wedding invitations at home with a kit that contains everything you need. All you need is a printer and time.

 

Outdoor wedding with white folding chairs outside near a gazebo.

Planning a Simple Outdoor WeddingTake advantage of warm weather and inexpensive facilities. A park or a family yard can provide beautiful flowers and a comfortable atmosphere for your commitment ceremony. This is a page about simple outdoor wedding.

 

An outdoor wedding with white petals down the center.

Saving Money on a Wedding VenueDon't spend thousands on a wedding location that is only going to be used for one occasion. There are many ways to find affordable yet beautiful venues that will be more memorable. This page has advice for saving money on a wedding venue.

 

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A beautiful cake at an beach wedding.

Saving on Destination WeddingsCombining your honeymoon with your wedding ceremony can be a wonderful way to celebrate with your friends and family. However, travel costs can add up to a hefty price tag, making this option expensive without planning. This page contains advice about saving money on a destination wedding.

 

A table of catered wedding food.

Saving Money on Wedding ServicesA classic wedding often has expenses for catered food, flowers, photography, formal wear, and many other services. This page contains tips about saving money on wedding services.

 

Simple flowers in jars for a wedding.

Keeping Your Wedding SimpleWeddings can become very elaborate and expensive, missing the point of celebrating the start of a new life together. This page contains ideas about keeping your wedding simple.

 

A pair of golden wedding bands on top of a spread out hundred dollar bills.

Planning a Wedding on a BudgetWeddings take a lot of planning and tend to come with a big price tag for the new couple. Discuss what you and your future spouse consider to be essential to a "perfect" wedding and start from there. This page contains advice for planning a wedding on a budget.

 

A wedding anniversary written on a calendar.

Celebrating Your Wedding AnniversaryWedding anniversaries are a way to celebrate your love year after year. Whether you are planning a big party or a small intimate dinner, this page has ideas about celebrating your wedding anniversary.

 

A row of boots with flowers for a country themed wedding.

Planning A Theme WeddingInstead of the traditional white wedding, think outside the box. Customize it with details that show the personality of the couple. Look for inspiration from books or movies, travel or pick a style like country or boho. This page contains ideas for planning a theme wedding.

 

A planning list for a wedding.

Budgeting for a Frugal WeddingWeddings can be so expensive, especially if you pay attention to the bridal shows and magazines with their spendy and trendy new ways to celebrate. Together, you can decide what is most important and what feels like a waste of money. This page has advice when budgeting for a frugal wedding.

 

Plants with names attached as wedding favors.

Planning a Sustainable WeddingWeddings can be so wasteful and expensive, between flowers, formal attire, decorations, reception food, entertainment and more. There may be a way that is easier on the pocketbook and on the planet. This page discusses planning a sustainable wedding.

 

An informal potluck wedding table outside.

Having a Potluck WeddingFood at weddings can be quite expensive, especially if you are expecting a large number of guests. Many frugal couples choose to ask their guests to bring a dish to share. This page is about having a potluck wedding.

 

A variety of wedding favors, including a bride and groom rubber ducky.

Saving Money on Wedding FavorsWith thoughtful planning and careful sourcing searches you can purchase and/or make lovely, personalized wedding favors to offer your wedding guests. This page offers suggestions for saving money on wedding favors.

 

Newlyweds with hands on a tree.

Saving Money by ElopingWeddings can be incredibly expensive when you total up the gown, ceremony, reception, etc. Eloping can mean a wedding with just the bride and groom or alternatively a very small, unannounced wedding which can greatly reduce the costs, but still be memorable. This is a page about eloping can save you money.

 

Bride and groom with butterflies on their hands.

Having a Wedding Butterfly ReleaseButterflies can hold special significance to many. Releasing them at a wedding can create a meaningful moment. This is a page about wedding butterfly release.

 

Wedding Reception table with a floral arrangement in the middle.

Having a Wedding Reception Without CandlesIf candles are not an option at your wedding venue, consider solar lights, mini string lights, or battery operated ones. This is a page about having a wedding reception without candles.

 

Beautiful setting for outdoors wedding ceremony

Planning an Outdoor WeddingMany weddings are held outdoors but there are weather concerns to plan around. This is a page about planning an outdoor wedding.

 

Bridal Shower Wishing Well with a small chalk board.

Making a Bridal Shower Wishing Well?Making a wishing well for guests to share their best wishes for the couple is a fun and easy project. You can begin with a laundry or wastepaper basket and decorate as you like. This is a page about making a bridal shower wishing well.

 

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Outline of a hand holding up a heart to the sky with sunset in the background.

Charitable Wedding FavorInstead of giving away something all your guests may not want, you can donate what you plan to spend on wedding favors to a charity on behalf of all the guests at your wedding.

 

Wedding table center piece in rustic style

Decorating for Your Wedding with Natural MaterialsUsing wild flowers and branches, etc. to decorate for a wedding can not only save you money, but can also bring nature inside for the occasion. This is a page about decorating for your wedding with natural materials.

 

Small kitchen appliances with red ribbon bows.

Planning a Kitchen ShowerA fun bridal shower idea is to have a speciality kitchen shower. The gifts will be aimed at helping the new couple outfit their kitchen. Food and games can be planned using a kitchen or food prep theme. This is a page about planning a kitchen shower.

 

Fingerprint Guest Book Picture - tree covered with prints

Fingerprint Guest Book PictureThis easy project is a wonderful wedding reception memory. Instead of signing a guest book, guests are invited to make their thumbprint on a picture of a tree.

 

Vintage themed wedding and reception decorations on grass

Vintage Themed Wedding Reception IdeasThis is a page about vintage themed wedding reception ideas. The term vintage covers a lot of time, often anything from past eras, but less than 100 years old. Choose the timeframe and look for decor, colors, music, and even foods that were popular at the time.

 

Close-up of bride and groom holding hands on their wedding day

How to Keep a Wedding Guest List SmallThis is a page about how to keep a wedding guest list small. The bride and groom and their respective families will need to work together to pare down the list. If money is not the absolute reason for the small guest list for the ceremony, then perhaps a second gathering could be planned for other guests to attend.

 

Table decorated for a wedding

Finding Inexpensive Weddings Supplies?Weddings can add up to a lot of money, especially for the one time decorations and supplies. This is a page about finding inexpensive weddings supplies.

 

Three small blocks spelling "I Do" next to two rings.

Exchange of Vows Ceremony Ideas?There are so many different ways to exchange marriage vows that go beyond the traditional church wedding. This page contains exchange of vows ceremony ideas.

 

Flower seeds wedding favor in a beige napkin.

Flower Seeds Wedding FavorReplace rice with flower seeds for a cute tulle bag wedding favor. Or you can make plantable paper for a more lasting gift for your guests. This is a page about making a flower seeds wedding favor.

 

Wedding Reception Dinner Setting

How Much Food for a Wedding Reception for 350 People?Having the right amount of appetizers ready for a reception takes some figuring, planning and preparation. This is a page about how much food for a wedding reception for 350 people?

 

Woman Saving Money fro Wedding

Wedding Ideas on a BudgetThere are many ways you can have a lovely memorable wedding on a budget. Consider all aspects of the event from clothing to venue and food to find money saving ideas. This is a page about wedding ideas on a budget.

 

Anniversary Dance

Anniversary Dance to Celebrate Long-Term MarriagesSometimes at wedding receptions, the married guests might have a special dance song played to celebrate long term marriages.

 

dried pink rose buds

Drying Flowers for a WeddingBy drying you can save flowers that you have received over the years and use them to strew down the aisle for a wedding. This is a page about drying flowers for a wedding.

 

Fabric draped in a gazebo for a wedding.

Draping Fabric in a Gazebo for a WeddingUsing the interesting shape of a gazebo you can hang fabric to create a personalized structure for your wedding ceremony. This is a page about draping fabric in a gazebo for a wedding.

 

A wedding at a church.

Decorating a Cross for a WeddingA cross is a common decoration in churches where you may be holding a wedding ceremony. Decorating a cross for a wedding is a beautiful way to help celebrate the marriage of two individuals.

 

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Serving champagne at a wedding reception.

Wedding and Reception Locations in Dallas, TXFinding the right location for your wedding reception is an important part of planning your wedding. There are many fantastic wedding and reception locations in Dallas, TX to choose from.

 

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Wedding and Reception Locations in Baltimore, MDIt is important to find the right locations for your wedding ceremony and reception. There are many lovely wedding and reception locations in Baltimore, MD to choose from.

 

Tulle and lights decorating a wedding.

Using Tulle and Lights for Wedding DecorThe combination of tulle and strings of lights can be used as elegant wedding decorations. This is a page about using tulle and lights for wedding decor.

 

A photo of the bride and groom.

Printing Professional Quality Digital Wedding PhotosPrints of the photos from your special day should be the highest quality you can a get. This is a page about printing professional quality digital wedding photos.

 

Woman Cleansing Her Face

How to Prepare Your Skin for Wedding PhotosOf course, you will want to look your best for your wedding photos. Planning ahead to ensure your skin is clean and moisturized will help your skin have the perfect wedding day glow in the photographs of your special day. This is a page about how to prepare your skin for wedding photos.

 

Mother's Day Table Decoration - LED battery lights added to inside of the film cylinder

Lighted Stenciled Rose Table DecorationThis pretty lighted table decoration is perfect for many occasions such as Mother's Day, and anniversary, or even a quiet dinner for two. This is a page about lighted stenciled rose table decoration.

 

finished topper

Ribbon Wedding Cake TopperThis pretty cake topper is fun, easy, and inexpensive to make. This is a page about ribbon wedding cake topper.

 

Rustic Country Wedding Invitation - finished card

Rustic Country Wedding InvitationIncluding an old family wedding photo on your homemade wedding invitation leads an air off rustic or vintage charm. This page gives instructions for making a rustic country wedding invitation.

 

Wedding Reception

Covering Up Hall Decorations for a Wedding ReceptionFrequently certain venues used for a wedding reception have other purposes and are decorated for those daily functions. This is a page about covering up hall decorations for a wedding reception.

 

The skyline of Baltimore during the day.

Cheap Wedding Sites in Baltimore, MD?This is a page about cheap wedding sites in Baltimore, MD. Finding an inexpensive convenient location for your wedding can be a challenge.

 

A potted heart shaped cactus used for a wedding decoration.

Using Potted Plants as Wedding DecorationsThis is a page about using potted plants as wedding decorations. Rather than using cut flowers as decorations at a wedding, consider potted plants.

 

June Wedding Centerpieces Ideas

June Wedding Centerpieces IdeasThis is a page about June wedding centerpiece ideas. June is a traditional month for weddings. There are many lovely ways to create centerpieces for you early summer wedding celebration.

 

Feet and legs of groom in cowboy boots and bluejeans and bride in wedding dress and boots

Wearing Jeans and Boots at WeddingThis is a page about wearing jeans and boots at wedding. A couple can define the attire of their wedding party, whether it be formal or very casual.

 

Bride and groom figures standing on a smile of coins

Planning a Wedding for Under $5,000This is a page about planning a wedding for under $5,000. Weddings can be quite expensive. Staying within your budget can be a challenge.

 

Bride looking at empty wallet in shock

Inexpensive Wedding Reception Locations...This is a page about inexpensive wedding reception locations in New York. Finding an inexpensive wedding reception venue in some areas can be daunting.

 

Wood crate with "Just Married" written on it.

Cheap Locations for a Wedding ReceptionThis is a page about cheap locations for a wedding reception. The cost of a wedding reception can be a significant portion of the entire expense. One way to cut costs is to find a reasonably priced venue for the reception.

 

Double heart shaped chocolate cake that says "Wedding Anniversary" with a 25 decoration.  Black and white wedding picture in the background

Planning a 25th Anniversary with...This is a page about planning a 25th anniversary with renewal of vows. Choosing to renew marriage vows in combination with an anniversary celebration is a common practice.

 

Bride and Groom.  Groom is wearing a blue bow tie and pink boutonniere

Pink and Blue Wedding Decoration IdeasThis is a page about pink and blue wedding decoration ideas. Making or buying wedding decorations in your wedding colors can be creative and challenging at the same time.

 

Couple shows off ring with father looking over their shoulders

Telling Your Family About Your Marriage...This is a page about telling your family about your marriage engagement. Telling your family about your engagement can be exciting and sometimes a bit scary.

 

Four women sitting on a couch at an engagement party surrounded by cupcakes, treats and gifts.  One is wearing a gigantic plastic diamond ring

Engagement Party EtiquetteThis is a page about engagement party etiquette. There is accepted proper etiquette that has been defined for the planning and attending of an engagement party.

 

Bride and Groom figurines on the top of a wedding cake with a flower

Wedding Cake Tips and RecipesThis is a page about wedding cake tips and recipes. Baking a cake for your own wedding or as a small business owner, entails several decision making opportunities, such as choice of cake, frosting, transportation, and more.

 

A barn decorated for a wedding reception.

Decorating a Barn for a Wedding ReceptionThis is a page about decorating a barn for a wedding reception. With the right decorations an old barn can become a unique and charming venue for your wedding reception.

 

Saving Money for a Wedding

Saving Money for a WeddingThis is a page about saving money for a wedding. Saving money for your wedding allows you to begin your new life adventure without a lot of debt.

 

Close-up of large desk calendar with March 13th marked as Wedding with two red hearts and a large pink roses laying on the calendar.

Choosing a Day for Your Wedding?When deciding when to get married, it should be what works best for both of you. This page is about choosing a day for your wedding.

 

White wedding dress on black dress form against white background

Buying a Used Wedding DressThis is a page about buying a used wedding dress. For the bride on a budget a used wedding dress option allows for buying the perfect dress for less.

 

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Decorating Wedding Ceremony Space at a Hotel?My daughter will have her ceremony in one room and her reception in another at a hotel. How do you decorate for a ceremony when it's just a empty room with chairs? The reception we have under control, but I'm stumped on the ceremony. Her colors will be neons.

 

Hockey Themed Wedding Ideas

Hockey Themed Wedding Ideas?This is a page about hockey themed wedding ideas. Planning a themed wedding allows you to personalize this special event even more.

 

bridal hair do with real flowers

Wedding Flowers for Your Hair?This is a page about wedding flowers for your hair. Real flowers can add an elegant touch to your wedding day hair style.

 

bride and groom cookies

Buying Personalized Wedding Favors?This is a page about buying personalized wedding favors. There are many options from which to choose when you begin searching for the perfect personalized wedding favors.

 

Piggy banks on top of wedding cake

Wedding Ideas on a BudgetConsider a nice but not formal dress for your wedding party or yourself. Some bridal shops have new dresses from previous seasons at a huge discount.

 

Decorations at an Outdoor Wedding

Decorating for an Outdoor WeddingThis is a page about decorating for an outdoor wedding. When planning an outdoor wedding, the flora and fauna can add a lot to your decor. Finding the best additional, weatherproof decorations can be challenging.

 

Wedding Reception

Wedding Reception Wall Decorations?This is a page about wedding reception wall decorations. When renting a hall you want to add your wedding colors to the decor. Decorating the walls may add to the festivities.

 

Planning Your Wedding

Planning Your WeddingThis is a page about planning your wedding. There are many different ways to have a very nice wedding. The decorations, facilities, food, and clothing can all be within your realistic budget.

 

Elopement

Planning an ElopementThis is a page about planning an elopement. Planning a wedding can take too much time and money, when a couple wants to make a comittement to each other.

 

Silk Wedding Flowers

Silk Flower Wedding CenterpiecesThis is a page about silk flower wedding centerpieces. Beautiful wedding centerpieces can be crafted using silk rather than fresh flowers.

 

Summer Themed Flower Centerpiece

Summer Themed CenterpiecesThis is a page about summer themed centerpieces. Making centerpieces for parties and banquets with a specific theme allows you to let the creativity flow. It can also sometimes leave you stumped as to how to convey the theme.

 

Maryland Wedding

Maryland Wedding LocationsThis is a forum on Maryland wedding locations. Finding the perfect location for your wedding is one of the most important parts of planning for this special day.

 

Frugal Wedding Decorations

Inexpensive Wedding DecorationsKeeping the costs down on your decorations can help you have more money for other things. This page is about inexpensive wedding decorations.

 

Church Decorated for Wedding

Decorating a Church for a WeddingThis is a page about decorating a church for a wedding. Decorating for a church wedding on a budget? It can be quite simple to have an elegant and inexpensive church wedding regardless of whether the ceremony is to be held in a small simple church or a larger grand one.

 

fall wedding cake

Thanksgiving Wedding Ideas?This page is about Thanksgiving wedding ideas. Having your wedding around a popular holiday may make it a challenge for your guests to attend.

 

3 woman at a bridal shower.

Bridal Shower Etiquette Tips?This page is about bridal shower etiquette tips. Knowing what is appropriate when someone is getting married can make the whole occasion very special for the bride.

 

Wedding Photo

Wedding Etiquette Tips?This page is about wedding etiquette tips. Planning your wedding to follow the customary protocol can make for a successful, courteous event.

 

Serving deviled eggs at a wedding reception.

Planning a Frugal Wedding ReceptionThis page is about planning a frugal wedding reception. It doesn't have to cost a lot when you want to celebrate with friends and family your marital commitment to each other.

 

Chocolate Chip Wedding Cake

Chocolate Chip Wedding Cake Recipes?This page is about chocolate chip wedding cake recipes. A wonderful wedding cake can be created with the addition of chocolate chips.

 

Girl dressed for a luau.

Luau Wedding Rehearsal Ideas?This page is about luau wedding rehearsal ideas. A Hawaiian theme gives you wonderful tropical floral decorating and refreshment ideas.

 

Country Themed Wedding

Country Themed Wedding IdeasThis is a page about country themed wedding ideas. Choosing a theme for a wedding has become popular recently.

 

Red toy firefighter helmet.

Firefighter Themed Wedding IdeasThis is a page about firefighter themed wedding ideas. A firefighter theme is a great idea for a wedding, if one of the members of the wedding party is a firefighter, or you are having the wedding at a fire station.

 

Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh

Starry Night Themed Wedding Ideas?This is a page about Starry Night themed wedding ideas. Choosing a theme for your wedding is a great way to express your interests and pull the separate parts of the ceremony and reception together.

 

Celtic Cross

Celtic Themed Wedding Ideas?This is a page about Celtic themed wedding ideas. With a bit of research you can easily incorporate authentic Celtic traditions and food into your wedding.

 

piano keys

Jerry Lee Lewis Themed Wedding Ideas?This is a page about Jerry Lee Lewis themed wedding ideas. Many couples choose a theme for their wedding and reception that reflects their interests.

 

Wedding table with baby's breath in gold mason jars.

Choosing Wedding FlowersThis page is about choosing wedding flowers. Your flowers do not have to be expensive to be beautiful. Shop around and compare prices as well as quality, to find the best deals.

 

Engagement cake with flowers on it.

Engagement Cake IdeasThis page contains engagement cake ideas. An engagement party is a great time to have a cake.

 

Champagne flute full of candy hearts.

Champagne Flute Wedding Favor Ideas?This page is about champagne flute wedding favors. Determining a fun and meaningful party favor can be a challenge.

 

wedding favor candy tins

Inexpensive Wedding Favor IdeasThis page contains inexpensive wedding favor ideas. A small reminder of your special occasion doesn't have to cost much.

 

A groom and bride dancing at a wedding.

Inexpensive Wedding IdeasMany young couples can not or choose not to have an expensive wedding. Planning a wedding on a smaller budget does not mean that your special day will not be beautiful and memorable.

 

Scoop of M&Ms.

M&M Wedding Favor IdeasThis is guide about M&Ms wedding favor ideas. If you are considering offering favors at your wedding, perhaps a candy favor including M&Ms will work for your reception.

 

Champagne glasses at a wedding.

Serving Alcohol at a WeddingDeciding whether or not to have alcohol at your reception can make quite a difference in the cost of beverages.

 

Bride wearing her wedding dress.

Why Do We Keep Our Wedding Dresses?This is a page about "Why do we keep our wedding dresses?". Brides have traditionally kept their wedding dresses, but have you ever wondered where this practice began and why?

 

Pouring a Glass of Champagne

Serving Champagne for a Wedding Toast?This is a page about serving champagne for a wedding toast. The serving of champagne as a wedding toast is a tradition still seen at many receptions. Determining how to orchestrate the toast to include the wedding party and guests is an important aspect of your planning process.

 

Wedding Reception

Decorating a Wedding ReceptionThis is a page about decorating a wedding reception. Next to the ceremony itself, the wedding reception is the next most important event of the day. Decorating the space used for this post-ceremony celebration is an important part of the planning process.

 

Wedding Expenses

Wedding Expenses: Who Should Pay?This is a page about wedding expenses: who should pay? There are many details to consider when planning a wedding. One of the more important of these is defining who is responsible for paying for the different expenses.

 

A courthouse gavel and a red rose.

Making a Courthouse Wedding Special?This page is about making a courthouse wedding special. A wedding does not have to be expensive, but you do want it to be memorable.

 

Couple at a grooms dinner.

Groom's Dinner Ideas?This page contains groom's dinner ideas. A supper held before the wedding is usually the responsibility of the groom's family.

 

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