WEDDING PLANNER & SCHEDULE - try to schedule things in advance, or you risk having to "make do"
One Year Prior:
- Decide on the wedding date.
- Discuss it with your pastor or clergyman. Make sure both of you are looking at this clearly, and have a good chance of
getting along and making it work for a lifetime.
- Figure out a tentative budget and who is to pay. May need to look into
financing options.
- Figure out the tentative wedding party and attendants.
- See if you can schedule an opening for your reception.
- Look for the engagement ring (and match the wedding ring). Jewelry and Rings - do you still need the rings?
- Find your local The Perfect Wedding Guide available for many cites, FREE - gives resources for
the bridal gown, bridesmaid and flower girl dresses, tuxedos, photographers,
places for weddings and receptions, music and DJs, honeymoons,
flowers, and more in your area.
- Decide if you want to use a consultant.
8-10 Months Prior
- Look for your wedding dress and ideas for a veil or headpiece. Email
for custom-made veils - the way you want it. I've made many for friends and
acquaintances, mostly without being in the same state!
The Origin of the Veil
- Think of the size you want to be in your dress - and start working on
weight loss now before getting measured for a dress fit - this book is ideal for you.
"A Bride's Guide To Fast Fitness + Weight Loss"
- Bridal Fabrics
- make
your own or select your favorite fabrics for your dress and bridesmaid dresses.
- Figure out what you will want or need for gifts
- Register for the gifts at the store(s) you like.
Places to register for gifts.
- Look for a photographer/videographer for the ceremony and schedule him/her.
- Figure out your honeymoon and all its logistics. Honeymoons, Vacations, Travel - for less! Arrange your trips here and save money.
- Talk to your bridesmaids for their opinions on the dresses they will wear.
- Perhaps You are Interested in Western Wedding Attire & Accessories?
6-8 Months Prior
- Decide on and order the invitations (and announcements).
- Decide on the final guest list, based on cost and preferences.
- Figure out your colors and choice of attendants' clothes, or any theme you
want to follow.
This is an excellent source of unique books and theme ideas for weddings.
- Find a florist who can work with your colors and schedule. Flowers
- Schedule your music and DJ's, singers for the reception.
- Figure out where you will live after you are married - perhaps look to buy a home. You might need Financing.
- Put up a wedding website or have someone else build it for you.
Personal Websites for Weddings -
Create your Personal Website with a few simple clicks. Try it free. Start now so it's not a
priority later when everything else needs to happen.
3 Months Prior
- Make sure your bridal gown is nearing readiness, and when it is to be done. Custom sewing & alterations in the Denver area.
- Verify all is in place with ordering or sewing the attendants' clothes.
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Catering your own wedding? Buy gourmet appetizers direct from the
caterer's source.
Find out the schedule for catering and start picking out the appetizers and dishes you want. Then mark your calendar to order
by the date they tell you.
- Order the cake. Or arrange for someone to make it - here is a wonderful recipe now available for
The Ultimate Carrot Cake!
- Order the candles for your ceremony.
- Choose your rings and purchase. Jewelry and Rings - buy the wedding rings. Do you need some necklaces for your attendants?
You might want to start working on vows, and if you want them engraved in the rings,
go here for Wedding Vow Rings.
- Make sure you and your attendants have your shoes figured out (and arrange for color dye if needed).
You can find
Bridal Shoes here.
- Figure out if you need to rent limousines or cars.
- Verify crucial out of town guests have reservations made at hotels.
- Figure out your vows and readings. Ceremony Book of Weddings
with examples of Readings, Vows and Ring Vows.
- If you have someone who will help run the event, you should look
at The Wedding "Master of Ceremonies": A guide to success
- Start Looking into Fresh Flowers for Weddings. Discount Prices, Fast Shipping, Guarantee Quality.
- Personalized wines for weddings. Create a lasting memento with fine wines personalized for your special day.
- Stylish toasts for your wedding! Create a one-of-a-kind memory with
custom labeled wines for your wedding party and guests.
- Discuss details with the church or place of wedding, the reception, etc.
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Decals for Weddings - for cars, decoration, keepsake banner ... Very Nice Gift and Affordable. Put on the car, reception table, pull out
on anniversaries, etc.
- Plan out and even start to order your Supplies and Favors for Weddings.
1 Month Prior
2 Weeks Prior
1 Week Prior
- Pack your bags if you are honeymooning or staying overnight after the wedding.
- Make sure announcements are ready to go.
- Schedule the rehearsal 1-2 days before your special day, and invite the guests - family and attendants with spouses.
- Confirm totals with the food service you hired.
- Wrap the attendant gifts.
- Finalize how you want your makeup, nails, and hair to look.
- Get all your last minute trip details worked out.
- Go over all the details of all aspects - dinners, luncheons, ceremony, reception.
- Let go of the stress - it will all work out. Stress tips here.
The above wedding planner schedule is not all-inclusive, but gives you the
very basic idea of what you must think about. Adjust it to your needs and wants.
Need custom sewing or alterations for your wedding?
Gift Ideas & Registries
Places to register for gifts.
Personalized Gifts for Weddings!
Pfaltzgraff Gift Registry
- Brides Love Pfaltzgraff
More Gifts and ideas - candles, flowers, fruits, and more.
Shop for wedding photo products and gifts at Kodak EasyShare Gallery
Gifts of Jewelry
Claddagh Jewelry from Ireland
Wedding and Family Rings, Pendants.
Carnival Cruise Lines Wedding Packages
