Category Archives: Wedding Budget

Wedding Planning – Part 1

Posted on May 17, 2013

Let us begin by saying that ultimately this is your day and the most important thing is that you are marrying the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. If the flowers aren’t in full bloom … Continue reading →

10 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Cake

Posted on March 13, 2013

1. Consider purchasing your cake from a non-commercial baker who works out of his or her home. 2. Consider buying your cake from a culinary school. If students are baking and decorating wedding cakes as part of their curriculum, you … Continue reading →

Save, Save, Save!

Posted on December 10, 2012

Today, the average cost of a wedding is between $20,000 and $30,000!  Of course this total will vary greatly depending on your personal style and expectations, as well as where you live.  If the cost of living is high, then be … Continue reading →

Selecting Your Wedding Style

Posted on November 28, 2012

Your wedding style should reflect the styles and tastes of you, your groom and both of your families.  Once you have agreed on the style of your wedding, the other decisions pertaining to the big day will become much easier … Continue reading →

A Time to Wed

Posted on September 17, 2012

The time of day you schedule your wedding ceremony and reception will affect your budget in a substantial way.  If you are able to avoid meal times like noon or six o’clock, you will save the expense of serving lunch … Continue reading →

Choosing the Food for Your Reception

Posted on August 20, 2012

Generally, the food cost can be the most expensive element of the reception.  There are those who believe that if you provide the food, you will save a great deal of money.  But there are additional expenses to consider when … Continue reading →

How to Save Money on Big Ticket Wedding Items

Posted on August 3, 2012

There are several items that are necessary to your wedding, but can cost quite a bit.  Staying within your budget is important.  Here are some tips to help. Flowers: Flowers, as everyone knows, are a big part of the wedding.  … Continue reading →

Tips on Cheap Wedding Favors

Posted on July 27, 2012

It seems these days that people go to weddings expecting to get some kind of wedding favor.  Wedding favors can range from the little bottles of bubbles to candy, matches, magnets, memo pads and candles.  The problem then becomes buying enough … Continue reading →

Tips for Saving Money on Invitations

Posted on July 18, 2012

Most of us try to plan our wedding with some sort of budget in mind.  Here are a few tips to help you save some money on your wedding invitations and help you stay within your budget. Shop around for your … Continue reading →

How Much is the Whole Thing Going to Cost?

Posted on July 16, 2012

The two major highlights of any wedding weekend are the ceremony and the reception.  The expenses included for the ceremony will be the fee for the site, clergy payment, music and custodial feels.  Expenses for the reception will include food, … Continue reading →