A Budget is A Bargain

Planning your dream wedding but worried about your wedding budget?  The wedding bill can add up pretty quickly if you are not careful.  Good news, there are little ways to help save you money here and there.

1. If your wedding is during the summer months, use programs that can work as a fan as well to cool down your guests.

2. Use treats as your centerpieces.  Instead of floral arrangements use candies, small tarts, or cookies so guests can have these as a favor as well.

3. Place a disposable camera on each table for the guests to take pictures during the reception.  If you can't afford a photographer, why not have the guests do it themselves?

4. Celebrate in one place.  Have your reception right where you had your wedding.  Guests do not have to worry about finding a new spot or wasting gas.

5.  Use your flowers from the ceremony for the reception as well.  Place them on the backs of chairs or in the center of tables.

6. By choosing an ethnic menu (chinese, greek, etc.) you can bring down the price on food.

7. Choose a different toast than champagne.  Champagne can be VERY pricey.  Maybe choose a fun, fruity drink that can be made cheaply.

Must importantly, do not forget to negotiate.  You would be surprised how many people are willing to reason with your price.