Dallas-based wedding planner Donnie Brown (donniebrownweddings.com) has planned the nuptials for over 2,000 couples during his fabulous career. Keep reading for his top 10 ways to keep your bank account in the positive when planning your own trip down the aisle.
Aug
28th
Ideas For a Beautiful Outdoor Wedding Ceremony and Reception
By Carla Carlise
Many future brides are planning for their upcoming nuptials, trying to think of different ideas that would make their dream wedding come true! With outdoor weddings one of the hottest trends in 09’, many brides-to-be are opting to exchange their vows in the heart of the beautiful outdoors. I thought it would be a great idea to share a few if these chic outdoor reception concepts that will be perfect for your outdoor wedding.
Aug
24th
Wedding Cakes that the average Bride can make herself to save money.
By Carla Carlise
It's no secret that I am all for brides with a small budget making their own cakes or having a trusted relative to do it for them. I have personally met women who have done it just by watching cake related shows like Ace of Cakes on T.V. on a regular basis. So you can do it too and here are a few to inspire you.
Aug
20th
The Napkin Fold? Have you thought about it?
By Carla Carlise
Aug
17th
50 Calla Lilies for $74.99 - Make your own bouquet and so much more.
By Carla Carlise
The Calla lily has become a classic wedding flower and it is a beautiful choice for a bride that is looking to create an elegant, romantic feel to their wedding day and decor. You can use them to make beautiful bouquets for you and your bridesmaids. Add just a few to a vase and they make a beautiful centerpiece as well. Just look at the example below.
You can even give your bridesmaids just one to carry, as I've seen brides on Whose Wedding Is It Anyway do, just tie a ribbon around it to make it a bit more special. It certainly is a cheaper option.
Aug
13th
The Beginning Steps to Planning your Wedding
By Carla CarliseYou’ve set the date, shopped for dress, now what? You have been dreaming of your wedding day ever since you were a little girl, now that the time has come to start planning your wedding you might be struggling on where to start. First and foremost what is your budget? Once you have established a price range you can really focus on everything else.
Jul
30th
Planning for Kids at Your Ceremony
By Carla Carlise
If there will be small children involved in your wedding, either your own or young siblings or relatives, you need to take a few precautions to make sure the day is joyous for them, too. When deciding on flower girls and ring bearers think twice about asking children who live far away. It’s not a bad idea, but you need to make sure they have ample time to get to the wedding location. Young adults can be fitted for outfits in their hometowns, but children’s nerves flair up easily. You might find at the last minute that young ones have stage fright. Rehearsals can help a lot, but any doubts you have should be discussed with the parents of the children, so no one’s feelings are hurt.
Jul
16th
How to choose the perfect ceremony and reception spots for your special day!
By Carla CarliseWhen it comes to to choosing the perfect wedding ceremony and reception locations for your special day, there is a lot to consider. As a bridal consultant, people often ask me if I know of the “perfect spot” for their nuptials.
That fact is that I know of several “perfect spots”, but they may not be the right fit for your wedding! Many brides are shocked these days, when I explain that nearly one third of their wedding budget will be spent on the reception, and that amount will usually only include food, rental fees, and beverages. Also, if they choose to host an open bar, that figure will increase.
So, how do planners choose the right locations for their clients?
Jul
14th
Why budget brides love Craigslist!
By Carla Carlise
I've heard many reports from brides planning a wedding with a small
budget who bought many of their wedding things, new and used, from
Craiglists. Well, I decided to do a general "Wedding" search in the
for sale section for my area, Nashville TN, and I was pleasantly
surprised at what I found. Here are just a few of them.
7pc Wedding Accessories, still in boxes - $15
7pc Wedding Accessories, still in boxes - $15
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