If you want a wedding on a budget – it does take work and work means… well, working. But have no fear, fellow lazy bitches! I’ve rounded up my best tips and ideas for finding a wedding dress on a budget (and not breaking a sweat).
Our $5,000 Wedding Budget Breakdown
Today’s post is all about the numbers – our $5,000 wedding budget and how we spent the money. I’m mostly going to post the budget breakdown in manageable chunks but I’ll add notes here and there to help clarify a few things. Right. Ready? And away we goooo!
Alternative Wedding Vows or Readings: Stephen King Edition
Let me tell you, one of the hardest things about planning my own wedding was trying to write the wedding ceremony. I was not a fan of the traditional vows (I obey no one but myself thankyouverymuch) and really wanted to find something that reflected our concept of what we wanted our relationship to be. If you’re in the same boat but looking for alternative vows with a more creepy/scary lean – well, here ya go! Some wedding vows – Stephen King style!
For the Wedding Guests: How to Fill Out a RSVP
RSVPs. They’re the dirty word of weddings. Everyone hates them – the guests, the couple, the planner. No one EVER gets all the RSVPs back (in fact, if you’re lucky, you’ll get 30% back – maybe) and it’s frustrating. But more frustrating is when you DO get them back and people haven’t filled them in properly. So, as a public service announcement for the wedding guests, here’s how to fill out an RSVP:
Partnered Post: Beautiful and Affordable Infinity Tungsten Wedding Rings
Are you worried about spending a lot on a ring that your husband may scratch or lose immediately? Rings from Infinity Tungsten are perfect for the bride on a budget, or the active groom who could easily damage a ring. These stylish tungsten carbide rings are so strong they can literally withstand being driven over or put in a blender! Check out the Extreme Scratch Test here. They are twice as hard as steel, four times harder than titanium and virtually unscratchable.
How to Save Money on Portable Toilets for Your At Home Wedding
For a wedding at your own home, the cost of having portable toilets available for guests may be worth it. You won’t have to worry about plumbing issues, lines in your hallway, or cleaning up before and after. Just have someone else bring them to your home, pick them up after, and they get to clean them! Sound great? Well, then here’s a few tips on how to save money on portable toilets for your at home wedding:
15 Fantastic First Dance Songs from Disney
San Antonio lifestyle blogger, Cris Stone, shares her list of some great Disney songs that would be perfect for a First Dance and haven’t been used at every wedding ever!
Tips and Advice for Delegating Your Wedding’s DIY Projects
The DIY wedding is a popular opinion for couples on a budget. After all, the concept that it’s cheaper to source materials yourself and do the labor often does save you money. But, as a DIY bride myself, I can tell you that all those little projects can end up being overwhelming and time consuming. So you may need to consider delegating some of the projects to family or friends. But how? Here’s so tips and advice for delegating your wedding’s DIY projects from some great wedding bloggers and my own experience.
Alternative Wedding Vows or Readings: Robin Williams Edition
Let me tell you, one of the hardest things about planning my own wedding was trying to write the wedding ceremony. I was not a fan of the traditional vows (I obey no one but myself thankyouverymuch) and really wanted to find something that reflected our concept of what we wanted our relationship to be. If you’re in the same boat and looking for alternative vows here’s a few from the amazing and truly missed Robin Williams. As a child of the 80’s, I loved him and felt like I knew him. How sweet a memorial would it be to use a few of his best movie lines and quotes about love in your wedding ceremony?
Alternative Wedding Vows or Readings: Disney Edition
Looking for alternative vows or readings for your wedding? Here’s a few with a fun and familiar lean from the wonderful world of Disney.
Fitness Friday: My Dog, the Personal Trainer By Ariella Monti
Bailey is my 1-year-old Lab mix. She’s an awesome dog, but like most Labs, she high-energy and needs a ton of exercise or she’ll tear my house to shreds. It’s because of her that I’ve been heading out at least four times a week to go for at least a one-mile walk. It’s because of her that I’ve been able to lose any weight at all. Sufficient exercise not only keeps you in shape, but keeps your dog lean too. It will keep you both healthy for the long haul and your dog will have less behavioral problems.
Alternative Wedding Vows or Readings: Maya Angelou Edition
Let me tell you, one of the hardest things about planning my own wedding was trying to write the wedding ceremony. I was not a fan of the traditional vows (I obey no one but myself thankyouverymuch) and really wanted to find something that reflected our concept of what we wanted our relationship to be. If you’re in the same boat and looking for alternative vows here’s a few with a more literary lean from the late Maya Angelou.
