Paying for a wedding doesn’t need to hurt your wallet. With many resources at your fingertips, you can easily save money and still have a wedding celebration that all in attendance will enjoy. If you’re tight on funds, don’t worry a professional certified from a wedding management institute can arrange a budget friendly wedding for you.
Trim the Guest List
With more guests come more expenses. Lowering the number of people in attendance impacts nearly every choice you make in the planning process, from the size of the venue to the wedding cake and catering budget. Keeping guest counts low may even free you to spend more in other areas of your wedding, like decorations and flowers. Some ways to cut the guest list include inviting only close family and friends or restricting the number of plus ones and children in attendance. Telling people they can’t bring their kids or their new beau may feel tough at first, but your pocketbook will thank you down the line.
Design Your Printed Materials
Putting together save-the-date cards and invitations can be as easy as making a few clicks, thanks to the wide range of wedding printing services available online. You don’t have to be an expert graphic artist to put together your printed materials. Several services offer templates for a low cost or even for free. These templates usually are very customizable, allowing you to alter the text, color, and layout of designs. You can even make custom-designed wedding programs for guests or thank you cards and wedding announcements for after your ceremony. Some services offer print and ship options, while others allow you to save your design and print them yourself. If you don’t have a printer, several print shops can print your goods for a low cost. Don’t forget to make photo books!
Find a Low-Cost Venue
The cost of the wedding venue is one of the more considerable expenses a couple will face when wedding planning. Free venues are the best type of venue. If possible, hosting your wedding in your own home is the best and least expensive route. The home of a parent, close family member, or friend is an alternative to consider. Generally, outdoor venues are less pricey than indoor rental spaces. Parks and city-owned venues are often less expensive than other venues and have areas for larger gatherings available for reservation. Some restaurants even have affordable packages that will cost you much less than hotels or wedding halls.
DIY D or
Inspiration for decoration is everywhere on social media. Do it yourself wedding décor is trendy and even a topic of pride among couples. There are tutorials for almost every kind of decoration available on blogs and videos on the web. Several inspiration boards online link you to step-by-step instructions and even material recommendations. Crafting your décor instead of purchasing pre-fabricated items also makes your decorations unique to you and your ceremony. Doing it yourself doesn’t mean you have to prepare vases and wall hangings alone. You may even worry you don’t have enough time to make decorations. Starting the DIY process early and with the help of family or friends can relieve a lot of stress in preparations and create a greater sense of involvement in the ceremony with the people around you.
Stick to a Cash Bar
Open bars are double-edged swords. While an unending flow of alcohol may get the party started, too much alcohol can cause unruly guests and burn a huge hole in your wallet. The price of hard liquor at your reception can add up quickly when your guests are having a good time. Let your guests reach into their pockets for drinks before you reach into yours. Paying for alcohol can also dissuade guests from drinking excessively. Drunk guests can cause a scene and also cause damage at the venue that you might have to pay for yourself. Avoid a large tab at the end of the night, and have someone else pay for drinks.
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