tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63451637517609923782024-03-12T18:34:56.393-07:00moderationinextremeUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger201125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-42424334961993268592009-08-10T12:46:00.001-07:002009-08-10T12:46:40.938-07:00coral invitation inspiration<div class="Section1"><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><br /><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_392dphgb7cg_b" alt="" border="0" height="430" width="430" /><br /><br /><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_393grwchjhc_b" alt="" border="0" height="297" width="430" /><br /></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><br /><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_394cbgnj7hj_b" alt="" border="0" height="358" width="430" /><br /><br /><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_395fpr8hscg_b" alt="" border="0" height="325" width="430" /><br /></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><br /><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_396cmst74hs_b" alt="" border="0" height="310" width="430" /><br /></p></div>coralUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-55545957254883182132009-08-10T12:32:00.000-07:002009-08-10T12:45:10.883-07:00diy bead and feather bouquet<p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Like most of the brides in this economy I couldn't afford a $200+ bouquet so I decided to try my hand at making my own bouquet. I decided to do a trial run before actually making the real bouquet for my wedding day. With a little bit of patience and lots of excitment you can create your perfect bouquet. It's extra special because I know it's exactly what I want and I saved some money along the way.</span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><b><span style="font-size:100%;">Materials:</span></b></span></p><ul type="disc"><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Half a dozen of roses of your choice. I used pink and red intuition roses for texture and dark red roses for color contrast. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Half a dozen of red and pink gerbera daisies.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">One string of red feathers I purchased from </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><b><span style="font-size:100%;">TonyHill.net</span></b></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">One string of burgandy eyelash feather </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">30 sprays of beads </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Dark red ribbon to cover the stem </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Tassels for decoration </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Some floral wire and rubber bands </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Floral tape from Hoby Lobby</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Floral pin without pearl head from Hobby Lobby</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><b><span style="font-size:100%;">Tools:</span></b></span></p><ul type="disc"><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Scissor to cut flowers</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Wire cutter for the bead stray</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><b><span style="font-size:100%;">Assembly:</span></b></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Take one rose and put three spray around it and then bind them together using floral tape. Do this for about 3 flowers. When you're done hold the three flowers together and make sure the heads are level and they don't stick up. This is the</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><b><span style="font-size:100%;"> core </span></b></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">of the bouquet.</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;"> Use floral tape to bind them togehter so it's easier for you to hold. Now you can add bead sprays and flowers as you go. I add 2-3 sprays for each flower. Don't worry about the spray running in each other since it's wire you can adjust them afterward. I added each flower around the </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><b><span style="font-size:100%;">core </span></b></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">and keep going in a circle. Till the bouquet toward you to make sure it's a dome shape, pull the stem a bit lower to make sure that the flowers around the core is a bit lower. Keep adding flowers in a circle around the core until you're happy with the size.</span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Once I'm happy with it, I used floral tape to go around the top of the bouquet making sure it's secure. I only did the top and then i used rubber band to secure the stems. I used one near the head of the bouquet, one 3 inch down and one at the end about 7 inch from the flower head.</span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Now you can hold the bouquet up and cut the stems so it's shorter. Depending how big your hands are you can cut accordingly so it's comfortable for you to hold your bouquet. I left 2-3 inches longer since I will be storing the bouquet for the next day. This way you can submerge your bouquet in water without wetting your ribbon and cut the stem before you use your bouquet.</span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">I use floral tape to tape around the stems creating my</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><b><span style="font-size:100%;"> bouquet's</span></b></span> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><b><span style="font-size:100%;">handle</span></b></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">. Floral tape will create a stickiness that will help you wrap the ribbon around easier and secure your bouquet.</span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Now I add the feathers. My feather came in a string so I pin one end of the string to the stem and then rotate my bouquet and keep pinning the string to my bouqet. Go around in a circle and it will create a nice look from the top of your bouquet. I added the eyelash feather first and then the red feathers.</span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Once I'm done with the feathers I used a red damask red ribbon to wrap the steam hidding the floral tape and the bottom of the feathers. I started from the top and pin my ribbon to the handle of my bouqet. Keep twisting and pulling until you reach about 2-3 inches from the bottom of the handle. </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">When you're done use a couple of pins to secure it. I use a tiny white pin without pearl head so it can be hidden when I pin it in the ribbon. I aslo pin a few more pins along the handle to make sure the ribbon doesn't infold itself.</span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Now I just tie my tassles around the handle in a knot and I'm ready to go.</span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Here are a few pictures of the finish product.</span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><br /><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size:100%;">Hope this inspire some of you to make your own bouquet. It's really a fun experience for me and I would do it over and over again. I spent around $24 for flowers, $15 for feathers and tassles and $5 for beads and floral tape. A total of $44 for my bouquet. </span></span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-63234125528022275212009-08-09T11:05:00.000-07:002009-08-09T11:06:15.849-07:00good readings<p>Alright hive, start buzzing, because I need some help. Mr. Ducky and I have been discussing what we want to do for readings during the ceremony. We will be meeting with our officiant (and close friend) tomorrow to talk about the ceremony. I wanted to find some readings in advance that we could think about.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/07/books.jpg" alt="" border="0" height="430" width="286" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/07/books.jpg">Source</a><br /><span id="more-104880"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left;">We have 1 reading that will be very special. When I first moved to Orange County I started working with a 7-year-old autistic boy doing play therapy, social skills building and behavior intervention. The entire family has become family friends and the little boy (now 9) is my best buddy on Friday afternoons. He is constantly teaching me about joy and wonder in a way that only a child can. Well, for the wedding I have asked him to read something so that he can be a part of our day. I just am not sure what to have him read.</p> <p>We will probably have 2-3 readings and I’d like to find something meaningful to put in our program booklet that we are creating.</p> <p>Here are a few that I really liked while browsing the <a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/tag/reading/">Weddingbee reading archives</a> late last night.</p> <p><strong>Union by Robert Fulghum</strong></p> <blockquote><p>You have known each other from the first glance of acquaintance to this point of commitment. At some point, you decided to marry. From that moment of yes, to this moment of yes, indeed, you have been making commitments in an informal way. All of those conversations that were held in a car, or over a meal, or during long walks – all those conversations that began with, “When we’re married”, and continued with “I will” and “you will” and “we will” – all those late night talks that included “someday” and “somehow” and “maybe” – and all those promises that are unspoken matters of the heart. All these common things, and more, are the real process of a wedding.</p> <p>The symbolic vows that you are about to make are a way of saying to one another, “You know all those things that we’ve promised, and hoped, and dreamed – well, I meant it all, every word.”Look at one another and remember this moment in time. Before this moment you have been many things to one another – acquaintance, friend, companion, lover, dancing partner, even teacher, for you have learned much from one another these past few years. Shortly you shall say a few words that will take you across a threshold of life, and things between you will never quite be the same.<br />For after today you shall say to the world –<br />This is my husband. This is my wife.</p></blockquote> <p><strong>Ruth 1:16 -</strong></p> <blockquote><p>Entreat me not to leave you, or to return from following after you, For where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God. And where you die, I will die and there I will be buried. May the Lord do with me and more if anything but death parts you from me.</p></blockquote> <p>Cheese <a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/2009/01/27/favorite-words/">talked about this verse</a> a while back and I thought she phrased it beautifully. Ruth has always been one of my favorite books of the Bible.</p> <p>I’d like to find something kind of light-hearted for our favorite 9-year-old reader. I’m not sure that this it, but I’d like to find something like it.</p> <p><strong>A Lovely Love Story by Edward Monkton</strong></p> <blockquote><p>The fierce Dinosaur was trapped inside his cage of ice. Although it was cold he was happy in there. It was, after all, his cage.<br />Then along came the Lovely Other Dinosaur.<br />The Lovely Other Dinosaur melted the Dinosaur’s cage with kind words and loving thoughts.<br />I like this Dinosaur thought the Lovely Other Dinosaur.<br />Although he is fierce he is also tender and he is funny.<br />He is also quite clever though I will not tell him this for now.<br />I like this Lovely Other Dinosaur, thought the Dinosaur. She is beautiful and she is different and she smells so nice.<br />She is also a free spirit which is a quality I much admire in a dinosaur.<br />But he can be so distant and so peculiar at times, thought the Lovely Other Dinosaur.<br />He is also overly fond of things.<br />Are all Dinosaurs so overly fond of things?<br />But her mind skips from here to there so quickly thought the Dinosaur. She is also uncommonly keen on shopping.<br />Are all Lovely Other Dinosaurs so uncommonly keen on shopping?<br />I will forgive his peculiarity and his concern for things, thought the Lovely Other Dinosaur. For they are part of what makes him a richly charactered individual.<br />I will forgive her skipping mind and her fondness for shopping, thought the Dinosaur. For she fills our life with beautiful thoughts and wonderful surprises. Besides, I am not unkeen on shopping either.<br />Now the Dinosaur and the Lovely Other Dinosaur are old.<br />Look at them.<br />Together they stand on the hill telling each other stories and feeling the warmth of the sun on their backs.<br />And that, my friends, is how it is with love.<br />Let us all be Dinosaurs and Lovely Other Dinosaurs together.<br />For the sun is warm.<br />And the world is a beautiful place.</p></blockquote> <p>What readings are you doing for your ceremony? Have any readings stood out to you in weddings that you’ve attended?</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-17715746510898140802009-08-09T09:14:00.001-07:002009-08-09T09:14:31.806-07:00name funnieslife is reed-iculous<br />my reed-iculous weddingUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-24802943109957009382009-08-09T09:10:00.001-07:002009-08-09T09:10:25.728-07:00welcome packet and emergency basket w/awesome saying<div class="post hentry uncustomized-post-template"> <a name="9218400158499862804"></a> <h3 class="post-title entry-title"> <a href="http://honeybeeweddings.blogspot.com/2008/07/diy-out-of-town-gift-bag-welcome-packet.html">DIY: Out of Town Gift Bag Welcome Packet</a> </h3> <div class="post-body entry-content"> <div align="left">It's always exciting to get a reader request. Reader M asked that I show the information included on the Welcome Packet/Letter in our <a href="http://honeybeeweddings.blogspot.com/search/label/OOT%20gift%20bags">Out of Town Gift Bags</a>. As I mentioned earlier, the packet was 8 pages. Since it was layered, we had four different size pages. </div><br /><div align="left">Below, I have labeled each page number and each group number. The group number represents the different size pages.</div><br /><br /><p>It took some time, especially the map, but the guests loved it. Denton used <a href="http://maps.google.com/">Google Maps</a> to create a saved map. Then, he used this <a href="http://maps.taurich.org/cgi-bin/print-kml.cgi">link</a> to make the map printable. Finally, he had a lot of work to do to get the numbers out and arranged appropriately for our template.</p><br /><div align="left">If you have any other questions, feel free to leave a comment or email me!</div><br /><br /><br /><div align="center">Page 1, Group A</div><div align="center"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWu2Y9WtI/AAAAAAAAA78/im9YHy7sq5c/s1600-h/OOT+Page+1.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5225467199274965714" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWu2Y9WtI/AAAAAAAAA78/im9YHy7sq5c/s400/OOT+Page+1.png" border="0" /></a> Page 2, Group A<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWu1KO_wI/AAAAAAAAA8E/uOw88by5qRU/s1600-h/OOT+Page+2.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5225467198944771842" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWu1KO_wI/AAAAAAAAA8E/uOw88by5qRU/s400/OOT+Page+2.png" border="0" /></a> </div><div align="center">Page 2, Group B<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWvAXRhsI/AAAAAAAAA8M/ZpYD0K2nV5k/s1600-h/OOT+Page+3.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5225467201952253634" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWvAXRhsI/AAAAAAAAA8M/ZpYD0K2nV5k/s400/OOT+Page+3.png" border="0" /></a><br />Page 4, Group B</div><p align="center"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWga784oI/AAAAAAAAA7U/g-5SX_eHS0k/s1600-h/OOT+Page+4.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5225466951387374210" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWga784oI/AAAAAAAAA7U/g-5SX_eHS0k/s400/OOT+Page+4.png" border="0" /></a></p><p align="center">Page 5, Group C</p><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWguwW_II/AAAAAAAAA7c/bqwfUfOpEzk/s1600-h/OOT+Page+5.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5225466956707462274" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWguwW_II/AAAAAAAAA7c/bqwfUfOpEzk/s400/OOT+Page+5.png" border="0" /> </a><p align="center">Page 6, Group C<br /></p><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWgqVecBI/AAAAAAAAA7k/16WTnCUZqIQ/s1600-h/OOT+Page+6.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5225466955520962578" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWgqVecBI/AAAAAAAAA7k/16WTnCUZqIQ/s400/OOT+Page+6.png" border="0" /> </a><p align="center">Page 7, Group C<br /></p><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWgwDfEQI/AAAAAAAAA7s/rwimhSmwwYE/s1600-h/OOT+Page+7.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5225466957056119042" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWgwDfEQI/AAAAAAAAA7s/rwimhSmwwYE/s400/OOT+Page+7.png" border="0" /> </a><p align="center">Page 8, Group D<br /></p><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWg-zpCjI/AAAAAAAAA70/b8B6uSHhjTI/s1600-h/OOT+Page+8.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5225466961016195634" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SISWg-zpCjI/AAAAAAAAA70/b8B6uSHhjTI/s400/OOT+Page+8.png" border="0" /></a> </div> <div class="post-footer"> <div class="post-footer-line post-footer-line-1"> <span class="post-author vcard"> Posted by <span class="fn">Misse</span> </span> <span class="post-timestamp"> at <a class="timestamp-link" href="http://honeybeeweddings.blogspot.com/2008/07/diy-out-of-town-gift-bag-welcome-packet.html" rel="bookmark" title="permanent link"><abbr class="published" title="2008-07-23T08:09:00-05:00">8:09 AM</abbr></a> </span> <span class="reaction-buttons"> </span> <span class="star-ratings"> </span> <span class="post-comment-link"> <a class="comment-link" href="https://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=3265377236485431628&postID=9218400158499862804" onclick="">9 comments</a> </span> <span class="post-backlinks post-comment-link"> <a class="comment-link" href="http://honeybeeweddings.blogspot.com/2008/07/diy-out-of-town-gift-bag-welcome-packet.html#links">Links to this post</a> </span> <span class="post-icons"> <span class="item-action"> <a href="email-post.g?blogID=3265377236485431628&postID=9218400158499862804" title="Email Post"> <img alt="" class="icon-action" src="img/icon18_email.gif" height="13" width="18" /> </a> </span> <span class="item-control blog-admin pid-822624393"> <a href="post-edit.g?blogID=3265377236485431628&postID=9218400158499862804" title="Edit Post"> <img alt="" class="icon-action" src="img/icon18_edit_allbkg.gif" height="18" width="18" /> </a> </span> </span> </div> <div class="post-footer-line post-footer-line-2"> <span class="post-labels"> Labels: <a href="http://honeybeeweddings.blogspot.com/search/label/DIY" rel="tag">DIY</a>, <a href="http://honeybeeweddings.blogspot.com/search/label/OOT%20gift%20bags" rel="tag">OOT gift bags</a> </span> </div> <div class="post-footer-line post-footer-line-3"> <span class="post-location"> </span> </div> </div> </div> <h2 class="date-header">Thursday, July 3, 2008</h2> <div class="post hentry uncustomized-post-template"> <a name="3731942095982701313"></a> <h3 class="post-title entry-title"> <a href="http://honeybeeweddings.blogspot.com/2008/07/bathroom-baskets.html">Bathroom Baskets</a> </h3> <div class="post-body entry-content"> Bathroom Baskets are one of those nice extras that couples can provide for their guests. They are baskets (or any type of container) filled with tolietries and emergency kit items that are placed in the bathroom for wedding guests.<br /><br />Couples can get most of the items at grocery stores or chains like Target or CostCo. They are not a wedding "must" but a very nice extra.<br /><br /><br /><div align="center">Items for the Men's Bathroom Basket</div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SGrdECoT4uI/AAAAAAAAA4Q/c2uFvnBIGfI/s1600-h/Bathroom+Baskets-Guys.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5218226179757302498" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SGrdECoT4uI/AAAAAAAAA4Q/c2uFvnBIGfI/s320/Bathroom+Baskets-Guys.JPG" border="0" /></a></div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center">Items for the Women's Bathroom Basket<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SGrc8gQ5-eI/AAAAAAAAA4I/8wyfDi7AYJQ/s1600-h/Bathroom+Baskets-Girls.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5218226050273245666" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jU2ZolHPV4k/SGrc8gQ5-eI/AAAAAAAAA4I/8wyfDi7AYJQ/s320/Bathroom+Baskets-Girls.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div align="left">Here is a list of the items that I included:<br />Advil<br />Band Aids<br />Bobby Pins<br />brush ups<br />Clear Nail Polish </div><div align="left">Condoms<br />first aid<br />Gum<br />Hair Spray<br />Hand Lotion<br />Hand Sanitizor<br />Mints<br />mouthwash<br />Nail File<br />Rolaid Chews<br />Safety Pins<br />Sewing Kit<br />Shout Wipes<br />Spray Deorderant<br />Tampons/Pads<br />Tide To Go<br />Tissues<br />tootpicks</div><br /><div align="left">On the outside of the Basket, I wrote the following note:</div><div align="left"> </div>For Your Convenience<br />So happy you are here to share our day<br />But if something should happen to go astray,<br />Please help yourself to the contents within,<br />Safety pin, hand lotion, and even aspirin,<br />Use only what you need and leave the rest<br />It may be helpful to some other guest,<br />So repair the damage that may have been done,<br />Then hurry back and join in the Fun!<br /><br />Compliments of the Newlyweds</div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-90764683012583321772009-08-09T08:52:00.001-07:002009-08-09T08:52:25.911-07:00diy feather and moss centerpieces<h2 class="entry-title"><a class="entry-title-link" target="_blank" href="http://thatbride.blogspot.com/2009/01/that-wedding-dining-details.html">That Wedding: Dining Details</a></h2><div class="entry-author"><span class="entry-source-title-parent">from <a href="http://www.google.com/reader/view/feed/http%3A%2F%2Fthatbride.blogspot.com%2Ffeeds%2Fposts%2Fdefault" class="entry-source-title" target="_blank">That Bride</a></span> by <span class="entry-author-name">Jenna</span></div>Walking into the Great Room for our first dance was my first glimpse of the room, and when we sat down after our dance I took a few seconds to soak everything in. <a target="_blank" href="http://sites.google.com/site/docbytiffany/Home">Tiffany</a> (my DOC), my wonderful Aunt Janelle, my mom (because I know she wouldn't be able to resist helping), and Donna (the hotel coordinator) set things up even better than I could have directed, and I didn't have to lift a finger to do any of it.<br /><br />I love the bright splash of color that the punch adds. This is where not having a color scheme comes in handy.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHCAvyGweI/AAAAAAAAHkI/GGSn9Q_ijdw/s1600-h/1.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHCAvyGweI/AAAAAAAAHkI/GGSn9Q_ijdw/s1600/1.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Our little sweetheart table was just what we needed. We were very gushy throughout the entire meal, staring into teach others eyes and repeating over and over "We're married. Can you believe it?"<br /><br />Tables were named after locations found in our favorite novels. I have to admit that I was stumped concerning what the tables should be named and That Mother suggested they be named after our favorite novels. Why didn't I think of that? I decided it would be more fun to name them after the famous locations found in those books. It turned out to be a fun chance for guests to try to figure out what novels were being represented at each table.<br /><br />Our table was named Paradiso. Where else would the bride and groom sit? I liked Inferno much better, but it didn't seem very appropriate for a wedding.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHCAEKy__I/AAAAAAAAHkA/8u1R15jMA_A/s1600-h/2.jpg"><img style="height: 600px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHCAEKy__I/AAAAAAAAHkA/8u1R15jMA_A/s1600/2.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Our fluffy mini book centerpiece was topped off with an antique book That Mother found in France last summer.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHB_2xguqI/AAAAAAAAHj4/llFjWcstn6E/s1600-h/3.jpg"><img style="height: 600px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHB_2xguqI/AAAAAAAAHj4/llFjWcstn6E/s1600/3.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Our table name signs were rather flimsy and we needed a way to have them sitting high enough for guests to easily find where they were sitting. The solution was taking wire, wrapping double strands around a pencil to create loops that would hold the paper, and then creating two larger loops on the bottom to hold it up. That Mother's ability to dream up inexpensive solutions to the common problems encountered during wedding planning amazes me.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHB_0-8SRI/AAAAAAAAHjw/chKKfzTK-vo/s1600-h/3-1.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHB_0-8SRI/AAAAAAAAHjw/chKKfzTK-vo/s1600/3-1.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Table signs were fashioned by ripping (gently) pages out of an old novel we found at antique and thrift stores. That Mother gently taped the book page to a sheet of printing paper and printed the table names directly on the novel's pages. If you look closely at some of the signs you will see that some of them have text from the novel on them! I think it was a fictional book about Cuba. I didn't really proofread the pages, I hope they were appropriate for the event!<br /><br />Below are all of the table names we used. Can you tell which novels these locations can be found in?<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBmaLMr2I/AAAAAAAAHjg/J-3hYLpk1W0/s1600-h/4.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBmaLMr2I/AAAAAAAAHjg/J-3hYLpk1W0/s1600/4.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Pretend that "a" is really an "e" to spell Hertfordshire. This is why wedding projects should not be done late at night.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBmCeoYRI/AAAAAAAAHjY/6xvArpKckr0/s1600-h/5.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBmCeoYRI/AAAAAAAAHjY/6xvArpKckr0/s1600/5.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />This table contained the only novel That Groom could think of as a favorite. He is more of a non-fiction business themed book kind of guy. He originally suggested Lord of the Rings as his favorite and I said "What location are we going to name the table after from LOTR, Mordor?" We decided to go with The Hobbit instead.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBl4oiaYI/AAAAAAAAHjQ/9Q-OGIQ2k9Y/s1600-h/7.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBl4oiaYI/AAAAAAAAHjQ/9Q-OGIQ2k9Y/s1600/7.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />This one was also a little bit of a stretch. I've never actually read Frank Baum's "The Wizard of Oz", but I do really love the play Wicked and I've read the novel that inspired it. That counts, right?<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBlmGW4TI/AAAAAAAAHjI/jTNREFM_sHE/s1600-h/8.jpg"><img style="height: 600px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBlmGW4TI/AAAAAAAAHjI/jTNREFM_sHE/s1600/8.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />I do realize that Anne didn't actually live in a town named Green Gables. If I can change the spelling of Hertfordshire I can certainly reinvent where Anne fell in love with Gilbert Blythe, right?<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBRadNIfI/AAAAAAAAHjA/LlVf3NXcSGI/s1600-h/9.jpg"><img style="height: 600px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBRadNIfI/AAAAAAAAHjA/LlVf3NXcSGI/s1600/9.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBQ9FHb2I/AAAAAAAAHi4/P4ok9lRD23E/s1600-h/10.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBQ9FHb2I/AAAAAAAAHi4/P4ok9lRD23E/s1600/10.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBQvRH1uI/AAAAAAAAHiw/b12XZPdyg5I/s1600-h/11.jpg"><img style="height: 600px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBQvRH1uI/AAAAAAAAHiw/b12XZPdyg5I/s1600/11.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Each centerpiece was resting on a stack of antique books. I think my favorite is the enormous yearbook from 1920, with record of women's sports teams playing croquet matches and such. I originally wanted to find books that would be relevant to us or the theme of love in some way, but when you live in a tiny town in central Washington you take what you can get.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBQqS25EI/AAAAAAAAHio/7cLL7K_xSPc/s1600-h/11-1.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBQqS25EI/AAAAAAAAHio/7cLL7K_xSPc/s1600/11-1.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />As guests sat down I admit they were a little bit overwhelmed with the information presented to them, but tucking things inside and under their napkin seemed like the best way to make sure no one was missed.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBQIfURII/AAAAAAAAHig/5sT_uiubVME/s1600-h/11-2.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHBQIfURII/AAAAAAAAHig/5sT_uiubVME/s1600/11-2.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />The menus were printed on sheets of cardstock cut into thirds. Want to know why the first item on the list makes me smile? Andersen Organics is the brand name my dad farms under, and the soup they served that night was custom made just for us. We managed to organize the whole thing as a surprise for him.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA711zDkI/AAAAAAAAHiY/jJYHyCxdWiA/s1600-h/12.jpg"><img style="height: 600px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA711zDkI/AAAAAAAAHiY/jJYHyCxdWiA/s1600/12.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Underneath the napkin guests found a card inviting them to visit our Flickr site and upload their snapshots. Until I got my pro pics back I hit refresh several times a day on our account to see if any new pictures were up.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA7lFOycI/AAAAAAAAHiQ/RzqZFzB24a0/s1600-h/13.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA7lFOycI/AAAAAAAAHiQ/RzqZFzB24a0/s1600/13.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />The other card under the napkin detailed the favor we would be providing them with after the wedding. Kelli Nicole and I worked out a system that would provide guests with the opportunity to go to the proof site, order a print of their choice, and have it shipped to their house free of charge. We wanted to provide guests with something to help them remember the event that they would actually want to keep.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA7JM7AbI/AAAAAAAAHiI/Yk8obZwDhn4/s1600-h/14.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA7JM7AbI/AAAAAAAAHiI/Yk8obZwDhn4/s1600/14.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Above the napkin sat the place cards with a button attached. I wanted to find a way to use buttons on the table (like you would expect anything else from me), and as a former waitress I know how frustrating it is to try to read the tiny text at the tables when serving meals. The buttons were not only a pretty decoration, but a secret code for the catering staff. A white button meant fish, black button for beef, and a gold button for pasta.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA7DB7dVI/AAAAAAAAHh4/5g-zwctuCLQ/s1600-h/16.jpg"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA7DB7dVI/AAAAAAAAHh4/5g-zwctuCLQ/s1600/16.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />We also have several gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free and so a map of the room with the location of each place setting and their meal preference/allergies was provided for the catering staff so there would be no mistaking who got which meal.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA7CGRjII/AAAAAAAAHiA/zoVoYibuCTQ/s1600-h/15.jpg"><img style="height: 600px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SYHA7CGRjII/AAAAAAAAHiA/zoVoYibuCTQ/s1600/15.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Dinner was served and I should have been starving, right? Nope. I had to force most of my meal down because of the excessive amount of over stimulation I was experiencing. There were people to talk to, and moments to drink in, and my brand new husband sitting so close to me, whispering sweet nothings in my ear.<br /><br />I did manage to eat about half of this delicious onion soup. I believe it was a blend of organic shallots, cippolinis, and onions, all of which I shamelessly claim are the best found in the Pacific Northwest.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-23851122941600926092009-08-09T08:25:00.000-07:002009-08-09T08:52:05.646-07:00diy feather and moss centerpieces<span class="entry-author-name"></span><div class="entry-body"><div><div class="item-body"><h2 class="entry-title"><a class="entry-title-link" target="_blank" href="http://thatbride.blogspot.com/2008/11/diy-stick-based-moss-covered-feather.html">DIY Stick Based, Moss Covered, Feather and Crystal Centerpieces</a></h2><div class="entry-author"><span class="entry-source-title-parent">from <a href="http://www.google.com/reader/view/feed/http%3A%2F%2Fthatbride.blogspot.com%2Ffeeds%2Fposts%2Fdefault" class="entry-source-title" target="_blank">That Bride</a></span> by <span class="entry-author-name">Jenna</span></div>Back when we visited the <a target="_blank" href="http://thatbride.blogspot.com/2008/08/wholesale-has-it-all.html">wholesale warehouse</a> for our decor elements, I never thought we would wind up with this...<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVabKuMRdI/AAAAAAAAGTI/DAVpzszstmw/s1600-h/3023595455_b72d3e569f.jpg"><img style="width: 267px; height: 399px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVabKuMRdI/AAAAAAAAGTI/DAVpzszstmw/s400/3023595455_b72d3e569f.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">but I'm not that surprised since That Mother is truly one of the craftiest people EVER! I don't have step-by-step photos of the process, since That Mother and Friend Patti were a little busy assembling these just a few days before the wedding to take photos. I did manage to grab a few shots of the basic elements before they were assembled however, which should give you enough of an idea to recreate your own version if you so choose.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;">Supplies<br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span style="font-weight: normal;">1. Vases<br />We originally were going to create these mounds of floral foam covered with moss (it doesn't really make sense to me now either), but That Mother stumbled on these "vases" for something like $2 each. We had lovely intentions of staining them a kind of bronze color, but that didn't happen, and I think they still look okay.<br /></span></div></div></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaa9TrjVI/AAAAAAAAGTA/PdB7PUdr_Qs/s1600-h/IMG_4578.jpg"><img style="width: 386px; height: 399px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaa9TrjVI/AAAAAAAAGTA/PdB7PUdr_Qs/s400/IMG_4578.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />2. Sticks and Crystals<br />The crystals are threaded through a thin wire, and were purchased in a huge roll at the wholesale warehouse. We toyed with the idea of purchasing sticks at the warehouse, but the prices are insane! Instead That Mother and Friend Patti headed out to a nearby abandoned orchard with some wood cutters and snipped away. They then cut lengths of crystal and wrapped them around the sticks.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaar978VI/AAAAAAAAGS4/OCzk0k6p8RI/s1600-h/IMG_4567.jpg"><img style="width: 299px; height: 399px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaar978VI/AAAAAAAAGS4/OCzk0k6p8RI/s400/IMG_4567.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />3. Feathers and Mossy Sticks<br />The feathers and moss were both found at the wholesale warehouse. The feathers were stripped from their sets to make them go a little bit farther.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUp4svBI/AAAAAAAAGSw/SOJErTHLUbc/s1600-h/IMG_4568.jpg"><img style="width: 299px; height: 399px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUp4svBI/AAAAAAAAGSw/SOJErTHLUbc/s400/IMG_4568.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />4. Sparkly Doodads<br />I wasn't a huge fan of these when we purchased them, but That Mother insisted we needed some color and sparkle (she was right, as usual). They were also stripped down to smaller sections to be spread throughout the 12 centerpieces.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUl0DHjI/AAAAAAAAGSo/-A9liR6b0ow/s1600-h/IMG_4571.jpg"><img style="width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUl0DHjI/AAAAAAAAGSo/-A9liR6b0ow/s400/IMG_4571.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />5. Moss<br />Several different kinds of moss were used, with this earthy, natural stuff being my favorite.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUoqgR_I/AAAAAAAAGSg/yKRNchR2lMA/s1600-h/IMG_4572.jpg"><img style="width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUoqgR_I/AAAAAAAAGSg/yKRNchR2lMA/s400/IMG_4572.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Assembly</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Step 1: Insert floral foam (the soft kind that is fun to poke holes in) into vases.<br />Step 2: Poke crystal covered branches and moss covered branches into floral foam.<br />Step 3: Embellish with feathers and sparkly doodads (use hot glue gun when necessary to keep things stable).<br />Step 4: Use hot glue to cover the base with moss.<br />Step 5: Stand back and say "Look how pretty!"<br /><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUZLFkuI/AAAAAAAAGSY/gI65iM0T_0w/s1600-h/IMG_4570.jpg"><img style="width: 299px; height: 399px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUZLFkuI/AAAAAAAAGSY/gI65iM0T_0w/s400/IMG_4570.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />The vases came pre-assembled, but there were still more centerpiece elements to be put together at the wedding so I created this little picture guide for my DOC to use.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUeKdMbI/AAAAAAAAGSQ/b-pZGTuemoE/s1600-h/IMG_4579-copy.jpg"><img style="width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVaUeKdMbI/AAAAAAAAGSQ/b-pZGTuemoE/s400/IMG_4579-copy.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />My only advice in choosing centerpieces like this would be to make sure you have a way to transport them to the wedding! That Mother and I are definitely glad that stressful experience is over. :)<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVabKuMRdI/AAAAAAAAGTI/DAVpzszstmw/s1600-h/3023595455_b72d3e569f.jpg"><img style="width: 267px; height: 399px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_-z9aU-VMP4E/SSVabKuMRdI/AAAAAAAAGTI/DAVpzszstmw/s400/3023595455_b72d3e569f.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Remember that these centerpiece elements were chosen as we scurried through the wholesale warehouse picking things out at random. If you want to re-create your own version it would be very easy to switch out some of the elements to make it look perfect for your own wedding!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-6728865589087930302009-08-08T09:49:00.000-07:002009-08-08T09:55:10.024-07:00diy ribbon wreaths<div class="titleblock topictitleblock" style="clear: left;"> <h3 class="btitle">Mrs. Cupcake's DIY Ribbon Wreaths</h3> <h4 class="bdateline topic">posted 1 month ago in <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/category/miscellaenous-diy">Miscellaenous DIY</a></h4> </div> <!-- titleblock --> <p>Around Halloween, I saw this great idea for <a href="http://4designerd.blogspot.com/2008/10/halloween-ribbon-wreath.html">ribbon wreaths</a> via <a href="http://4designerd.blogspot.com/">Design Crush</a>, originally found on <a href="http://thelongthread.com/?p=1310">thelongthread.com</a>:</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/halloweenwreath.jpg" title="halloweenwreath" /></p> <div> <p>I didn’t have the time to create any then, but I kept the idea in the back of my mind, and with the hopes of having a semi-homemade Christmas, I decided to make some wreaths as gifts for some family members. I am really excited at how they turned out and everyone seemed to like their gifts (at least I hope so!). This is an easy project that could possibly spruce up a ceremony or reception space, bridal shower, or newlywed nest, or perhaps it would be a nice hostess gift for someone who hosted a shower for you… so I thought I’d share the how-to with the hive! <span></span>I started with a 12″ round wreath form from JoAnn and some grosgrain ribbon. The instructions called for 1.25″ wide ribbon, but I went with 1.5″ as that’s what I could find online for the best price. It didn’t make much of a difference. I purchased <a href="http://www.papermart.com/templates/44-5-20.htm#GO_44520">this ribbon</a> from PaperMart and was able to make two wreaths from each 50 yard spool. (I went with a spool of wine and a spool of ivory. Here you’ll see what the ivory wreaths looked like in the end.)</p> </div> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p100089.jpg" /></p> <p>Beginning with the ivory ribbon, I first cut two long pieces of ribbon at 48″ long — these would later serve as the large loops for hanging the wreaths. Then, I cut the rest of the ribbon into 16″ long strips. When I was done, I counted them out into two even piles so I knew what I was working with for each wreath. (If you’re only making one wreath, you need only cut one 48″ long piece of ribbon, and about 45-50 16″ long strips.)</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10008901.jpg" /></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10008902.jpg" /></p> <p>On wreath numero uno, I started with my 48″ long piece — I tied one end to the wreath and made a double knot; I did the same to the other end right next to the first end, so there was now a large loop of ribbon hanging from my foam wreath form.</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10008903.jpg" /></p> <p>Next, I began knotting the 16″ pieces of ribbon. It doesn’t matter how you do this, as long as you stay consistent all the way around. I did right-over-left:</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10008904.jpg" /></p> <p>… then pulled it tight:</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p100090.jpg" /></p> <p>… and then did left-over right to make my completed knot:</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10009001.jpg" /></p> <p>One trick I learned was to tie the knots snugly but not TOO tight — if you tie them too tight, you will need more ribbon all the way around to fill in the space (otherwise you can see the foam wreath form peaking through).</p> <p>Once I had my knot-tying-strategy down pat (very high-tech), I just kept tying! Round and round and round…</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10009002.jpg" /></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10009003.jpg" /></p> <p>Voila!</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10009004.jpg" /></p> <p>Now, I wasn’t quite finished yet. From all the man-handling of the ribbon (I guess we’d call that ribbon-handling), the edges got a bit frayed.</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p100091.jpg" /></p> <p>Very slowly, in my true OCD form, I worked my way around the wreath and trimmed very carefully. Using grosgrain ribbon helps as you can just follow the straight lines of the ribbon as your cutting guide. Just make sure you have some nice sharp scissors so you don’t keep fraying them even more!</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10009101.jpg" /></p> <p>Once all the ribbons were trimmed, I was really excited at how pretty it looked. I spent a little time maneuvering some of the ribbons so they sat nicely alongside each other, and it all came together much like the picture (which I find to be very rare when tackling DIY projects). I really like that the wreaths can be hung any time of year and I hope my loved ones appreciate the craftiness that went into them. I may have to make a few to hang around our apartment.</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10009102.jpg" /></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10009103.jpg" /></p> <p>We don’t have a very pretty front door, so I hung the finished product from our china cabinet-turned-storage shelves to take a picture.The benefit of moving into an apartment at the same time that your mother sells the house you grew up in — you get all her fancy dining room stuff, even if you don’t have a dining room!</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/28/p10009104.jpg" /></p> <p>Here’s the cost breakdown of this project, not including the shipping for the ribbon:</p> <p>Ribbon: $11.99 per 50 yard spool / total for two spools: $23.98 </p> <p>Wreath forms: $5.99 per 12″ form / total for four forms: $23.96</p> <p>Total for all supplies for four wreaths: $47.94</p> <p>Total cost per wreath: $11.99</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-29515527462188081432009-08-08T09:48:00.000-07:002009-08-08T09:49:06.373-07:00diy menus<div class="titleblock topictitleblock" style="clear: left;"> <h3 class="btitle">Menu Template for placing inside folded napkin</h3> <h4 class="bdateline topic">posted 1 day ago in <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/category/menus">Menus</a></h4> </div> <!-- titleblock --> <div class="commentlist"> <div class="eachcomment"> <div id="post-923"> <p>While menus weren't a must have for our wedding, I think having them gave the table-scape a little "something, something" tied in with the napkins. I created our menu template using good ole Microsoft Word with Feel Script font (but used a free substitute on the templates below). Other than cutting the paper they were one of the easiest DIY projects I completed for the wedding.</p> <p><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2553/3763789453_55e3f97125_o.jpg" title="napkinset" /> </p> <p>This template using regular 8.5 x 11 cardstock cut into 3 equal pieces (in landscape). Cutting the paper first makes it easier to run them through and not need cut marks for cutting afterwards. </p> <p>I'm having a hard time uploading the directions to display with all the extra "code"....however you can view them at the following link: </p> <p><a href="http://craftysmurfette.com/2009/08/06/diy-wedding-menus/">http://craftysmurfette.com/2009/08/06/diy-wedding-menus/</a></p> <div class="bb_attachments"><h3>Attachments</h3><ol><li><span> <img title="doc" src="http://diy.weddingbee.com/my-plugins/bb-attachments/icons/doc.gif" align="absmiddle" /> <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/topic/menu-template-for-placing-inside-folded-napkin?bb_attachments=923&bbat=118">CSmurfette_MenuTemplate.doc</a> <span class="num">(24 KB, 21 downloads)</span> <small>1 day old</small> </span></li></ol></div> <span class="postby">posted by <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/profile/17798">ggsb</a> <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/topic/menu-template-for-placing-inside-folded-napkin#post-923" title=""> 1 day ago</a> </span> </div></div> <div class="eachcomment"> <div id="post-931" class="alt"> <p>Super cute!! I love the simple flower design...care to share where you got it? :) Thanks!</p> <span class="postby">posted by <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/profile/41892">Grizbabe08</a> <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/topic/menu-template-for-placing-inside-folded-napkin#post-931" title=""> 22 hours ago</a> </span> </div></div> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-40189877226759192222009-08-08T09:43:00.001-07:002009-08-08T09:43:19.702-07:00wine label menus/table numbers<div class="titleblock topictitleblock" style="clear: left;"> <h3 class="btitle">Mrs Vino Wine label menus</h3> <h4 class="bdateline topic">posted 3 days ago in <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/category/menus">Menus</a></h4> </div> <!-- titleblock --> <div class="commentlist"> <div class="eachcomment"> <div id="post-910"> <p> </p> <p>Hard to make out in the photo (wine bottle to the right of the centerpiece) </p> <p>But since Mr. Vino and I got married at a winery, we simply took empty red wine bottles, removed the labels and using sticker paper printed out the menu of courses and wine pairings in the same style as our other stationary and just affixed it to the empty bottles. As you can see the table was pretty crowded with all of the glasses/place settings etc so we really didnt have room to put something extra on top </p> <p> </p> <p>Photo courtesy of Wendy Hithe Photography </p> <p><a href="http://www.wendyhithephoto.com/" rel="nofollow">www.wendyhithephoto.com</a> </p> <p><img src="http://diy.weddingbee.com/pics/42869/table_setting.jpg" /> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <span class="postby">posted by <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/profile/42869">Mrs Vino</a> <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/topic/mrs-vino-wine-label-menus#post-910" title=""> 3 days ago</a> </span> </div></div> <div class="eachcomment"> <div id="post-939" class="alt"> <p>Holy crap. What a great idea! Our reception is at a winery too. I now have to read every one of your posts! :o)</p> <span class="postby">posted by <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/profile/31742">jgkane</a> <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/topic/mrs-vino-wine-label-menus#post-939" title=""> 14 hours ago</a> </span> </div></div> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-50952139161214836382009-08-08T09:23:00.000-07:002009-08-08T09:30:19.158-07:00letterpress companies<p>Ephemera<br />Paperstories<br />Lulu Paper<br />Twin Raven Press<br />Blue Ribbon<br />atlasprod<br />hello lucky<br />MerrileeDesign<br />Bella Figura<br />Little Miss Press</p> <p>Etsy-<br />ajalon<br />Glidewellpress<br />InvitedInk<br />PistachioPress<br />SmallPrinter<br />Subtleglances<br />juliajuliette<br /></p><p><br /></p> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128512"> <div class="commentnumber">1.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/ggsb.jpg?1233173998" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">515 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/ggsb">ggsb</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6-13-2009 Atlanta/North Georgia</span> <p>So we had picked economical simple invitations....then something odd happened....my FI saw the letterpress samples from Crane & Co. He LOVES them, and is 100% in favor of the added expense (we are funding the wedding costs) to have them. This is probably the most excited he has been about any part of the planning process. It's equally comical and cute :) </p> <p>So my question to all you out there is, other than Crane & Co. and Hello Lucky.... who would you suggest we look into for Letterpress Invitations? </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128512" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128514"> <div class="commentnumber">2.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/bellenga.jpg?1237518361" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">2,869 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Honey bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext honey-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/bellenga">bellenga</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> Next Summer..2010! Can't wait! North of Atlanta, Georgia</span> <p>On etsy there's a seller called letterpress light I think? Does amazing work from pics and it's almost identical to letterpress invites!</p> <p>MUCH more cost effective!</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128514" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128522"> <div class="commentnumber">3.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">239 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/carrieitly">carrieitly</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> April 18, 2009 USA / June 14, ITALY Giulianova, Italy</span> <p>Check out this post from Mrs. Bee:</p> <a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/2006/10/19/mecurio-brothers/" rel="nofollow">http://www.weddingbee.com/2006/10/19/mecurio-brothers/</a> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128522" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128524"> <div class="commentnumber">4.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>I have to say, Mr. Burgundy was also obsessed with letterpress this instant I showed them to him. I highly suggest you check out Bella Figura because they have the most amazing beautiful invitations ever...I like them better than Hello, Lucky! It's really hard to find letterpress invites priced cheaply, most of them average $600-$700 from what I've seen, but I'm ordering samples from Bella Figura this week and I just might bite the bullet and do it. Good luck! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128524" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128528"> <div class="commentnumber">5.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/ggsb.jpg?1233173998" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">515 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/ggsb">ggsb</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6-13-2009 Atlanta/North Georgia</span> <p>Thanks for the suggestions! He really caught me off-guard since he hasn't really cared about any of the "details"....but he was ready to order the Crane & Co. ones on the spot for around the 1K range for 75, but I talked him into waiting to see if there were any we liked better. Apparently my geeky engineer is more of a paper snob than I am! :) </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128528" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128579"> <div class="commentnumber">6.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://www.weddingbee.com/bees/mrsbeeblue.jpg" alt="Bee Icon" /> <div class="role">Bee <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">3,199 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Honey bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext honey-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/mrs-bee">mrsbee</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 3/5/05 New York, NY</span> <p>mrs coconut and cherry pie got their invites through twin ravens press. they're supposed to be one of the most affordable letterpress printers out there... </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128579" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128597"> <div class="commentnumber">7.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>Hmm really mrsbee? I'll have to contact them-- they don't have any wedding invitation info on their site... </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128597" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128604"> <div class="commentnumber">8.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://www.weddingbee.com/bees/mrsbeeblue.jpg" alt="Bee Icon" /> <div class="role">Bee <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">3,199 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Honey bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext honey-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/mrs-bee">mrsbee</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 3/5/05 New York, NY</span> <p>check out their blog where they feature more of their work: <a href="http://www.twinravenspress.blogspot.com/">http://www.twinravenspress.blogspot.com/</a> </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128604" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128620"> <div class="commentnumber">9.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/bree72.jpg?1246557172" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">329 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/bree72">bree72</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 12/31/08 Florida</span> <p>glidewellpress.com - I used Adam and he's awesome. Will design if you can't and under $500 for 100 invites, RSVP's and envelopes. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128620" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128633"> <div class="commentnumber">10.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>bree72- Their pricing indicates that for 50 it's just under $500 (in one color) and each addtl set is $3.79. How did you get 100 invites for under $500? </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128633" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128644"> <div class="commentnumber">11.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/katemw.jpg?1241621378" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">2,180 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Buzzing bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext buzzing-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/katemw">KateMW</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 10.9.10 Seaside </span> <p>I would use one of letterpress vendors on Etsy. Their prices are great, you're supporting a small{er} business and you can really get get one on one service. My personal favorite is Suann from Simple Song Design. She did calling cards and stationary for me for Christmas gifts this year and they are great. She has a blog {simplesong.typepad.com} and a website {simplesongdesign.com} which shows her recent work. Email her, you won't be sorry. She's a gem and such a sweet person to work with. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128644" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128653"> <div class="commentnumber">12.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">346 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/bluegreenjean">bluegreenjean</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> </span> <p>I'll give another shout out for Mercurio Brothers. They did our invites and they were fabulous.</p> <p>Reaves Engraving -- <a href="http://www.reavesengraving.com/" rel="nofollow">www.reavesengraving.com</a> -- also does wonderful work and they have comparable prices to Mercurio Brothers. They print on Cranes lettra -- so soft! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128653" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128656"> <div class="commentnumber">13.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/bree72.jpg?1246557172" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">329 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/bree72">bree72</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 12/31/08 Florida</span> <p>@ Miss Burgandy - I purchased mine in Sept. last year and then immediatly put his info on Weddingbee beacuse it was such a great deal. I had so many responses from the ladies that he must have been able to up his prices because of demand! At the time he was even offering that price for 2 colors! He must have realized he was underbidding himself, so sorry about the mis-information. It must have changed just recently. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128656" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-128663"> <div class="commentnumber">14.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>@bree72- thanks for the response. Affordability and design quality are going to be key factors in whether or not I purchase letterpress, and the current prices at glidewellpress are pretty much on par with most of the other letterpress vendors I have checked out at this point...</p> <p>I emailed twinravenspress, they had some really pretty invites on that blog! :) Checking out other Etsy designers as well...</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-128663" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-129027"> <div class="commentnumber">15.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>Sorry but I just have to add another comment...Twin Ravens Press got back to me quickly after emailing and their invitations are STUNNING!! And so inexpensive! And custom designs! And omg<img src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/my-plugins/tinymce/jscripts/tiny_mce/plugins/emotions/images/icon_biggrin.gif" /> So far they sound like a winner for me! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-129027" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-129056"> <div class="commentnumber">16.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/ggsb.jpg?1233173998" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">515 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/ggsb">ggsb</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6-13-2009 Atlanta/North Georgia</span> <p>Sounds like I need to contact Twin Ravens Press then <img src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/my-plugins/tinymce/jscripts/tiny_mce/plugins/emotions/images/icon_smile.gif" /> </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-129056" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-129157"> <div class="commentnumber">17.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/jhphi.jpg?1247527772" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">336 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/jhphi">jhphi</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> October 10, 2009 living in England, marrying in Maryland</span> <p>@ Miss Burgundy-- I received a quote from Adam from Glidewell Press recently: 100 1-color letterpressed sets for $568.50, 100 2-color sets for $648.50, 100 enclosures for $199 1-color and $209 2-color </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-129157" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-129320"> <div class="commentnumber">18.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>Thanks for providing the most recent information to us, jhphi! Good to know:) </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-129320" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-129460"> <div class="commentnumber">19.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/wiglet.jpg?1235748559" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">135 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Worker bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext worker-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/wiglet">Wiglet</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 7/25/09 Chicago, IL</span> <p>Hi! The best, BEST letterpress I found was Aubrey Atlas of Atlas & Campbell. She gets almost all of her work through word of mouth, because everyone she designs for is completely blown away. I looked high and low because letterpress and custom invitations were essential to me. My fiance and I are on a small budget and Aubrey was able to work with us to find something that fit into our budget. If you PM me I'll share the design with you - so far I've never come across anything like it! </p> <p>Here's her blog, so you can see some of her work and also contact her: <a href="http://atlasandcampbell.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://atlasandcampbell.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>Oh, also, I live in Chicago and she's in LA....but she can do anything from there. She'll send you samples in the mail (and every time she mails you something, you'll get a fun package, usually with a little surprise in it). </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-129460" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-129627"> <div class="commentnumber">20.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>I have another question for you letterpress bees using smaller shops (like the ones on Etsy or through word of mouth). How are you supposed to get samples? They don't really have samples listed in their shops, as most of these invitations are custom and on-demand. Should I just try to give the seller a general idea of what I'm looking for and ask for a sample of something that might be sorta similar? Samples are (usually) not free, so do you think it's reasonable for them to charge for a sample when I'm not really sure what they're going to be giving me a sample of?</p> <p>I'd love to get some samples just to check out the quality and paper that some of these smaller shops use, but I'm just not sure what to ask for!</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-129627" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-129922"> <div class="commentnumber">21.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>Just want to say I have been in touch with Aubrey from Atlas & Campbell and she is super nice and friendly as well. Very focused on working with your budget, and even tossed me a couple design ideas and offered to meet up with me in my town (I live 3ish hours from them) to check out samples after just one email! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-129922" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-129963"> <div class="commentnumber">22.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/habibi.jpg?1246367363" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">517 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/habibi">Habibi</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> </span> <p>I would recommend asking for samples even if they want to charge you for them.</p> <p>You want samples for two reasons 1) to see the color/paper quality and 2) to see how their particular letterpress appears on that type of paper. This type of printing is done by hand so you'll want to see their particular handywork for yourself.</p> <p>Also ask detailed questions about how the letterpress appears on different types of paper when you ask for samples. If you are looking for what we commonly know as the "letterpress" look/feel make sure to make that clear to the printer you hire. The indentation and texture we all love is actually a modern form of letterpress so its important to make that clear since it can not be accomplished on certain types of paper.</p> <p> </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-129963" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-129973"> <div class="commentnumber">23.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://www.weddingbee.com/bees/peeptoe.jpg" alt="Bee Icon" /> <div class="role">Bee <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">1,320 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Bumble bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext bumble-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/peeptoe">peeptoe</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> May 30, 2009 San Francisco, CA</span> <p>Just had to chime in. I found what I thought were going to be the cheapest letterpressed invites ever from an Etsy vendor. I thought I confirmed the price with her, but when I got the invoice after we had finalized the proof I was floored. I totally recommend Etsy, but make sure you sign a contract ASAP with final price numbers. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-129973" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-130064"> <div class="commentnumber">24.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/laurajane.jpg?1243979600" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">306 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/laurajane">laurajane</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> July 25, 2009 Toronto ON</span> <p>I am dealing with Kristin through Twinravens Press & she has been fantastic- she is for sure my vendor crush! Affordable, clever, and beautiful work. She sent me samples to Toronto for free so I'm sure she would be willing to do the same for you if you tell her which you like the best! She's quite affordable as well (I hunted around a lot!). She's really nice to boot.</p> <p>Best of luck to you! </p> <p>Also, the second best deal I found was through papertrie (one of the blog sponsors if you're looking for a link!). If you click on sale- letterpress, they have invites for 50% which change semi-frequently. For 2 colours it's not a bad deal however I'm pretty sure you have to work within their template & no custom... </p> <p>Good luck! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-130064" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-130410"> <div class="commentnumber">25.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/ggsb.jpg?1233173998" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">515 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/ggsb">ggsb</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6-13-2009 Atlanta/North Georgia</span> <p>Good advice Miss Peeptoe...it's easy to get caught up in the "OMG I think I can afford this" and forget the practical side of things, like needing a contract! Thanks for the reminder!!</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-130410" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-130429"> <div class="commentnumber">26.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/mrscottoncandy.jpg?1236131537" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">27 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Newbee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext newbee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/mrscottoncandy">MrsCottonCandy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> October 10, 2009 Philadelphia</span> <p>We're going with Kristin from Twin Ravens Letterpress too :) I loooooooooove her! Her prices are really reasonable and she's super nice and will work with you till the end of the moon! We were going the economical invite route too until we found her! </p> <p>She has been a dream come true :) </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-130429" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-130432"> <div class="commentnumber">27.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>Well, barring some kind of disaster, I'm sold on Kristen... I'm still going to wait for samples and to hear final pricing and all that but so far she sounds like a dream! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-130432" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-130458"> <div class="commentnumber">28.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/ggsb.jpg?1233173998" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">515 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/ggsb">ggsb</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6-13-2009 Atlanta/North Georgia</span> <p>Ditto Miss Burgundy....I need to see samples & a contract but both Kristin @ Twin Ravens and Aubrey Atlas have been nothing but top notch in their communications! </p> <p>I'm just worried about the time frame since we are early June, and need to mail early April at the latest .... this last minute switch to letterpress from flat printing has me nervous about the timeline. <img src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/my-plugins/tinymce/jscripts/tiny_mce/plugins/emotions/images/icon_confused.gif" /></p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-130458" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-130494"> <div class="commentnumber">29.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>Agreed, ggsb! Please let me know what you think of your samples and who you end up going with. I'll do the same if you like!</p> <p>I'm sure the vendors can work with you and your timeline...they can probably put a rush on your stuff for a small extra fee as well. I'm May 2010 so I have some time:P</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-130494" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-130869"> <div class="commentnumber">30.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/ggsb.jpg?1233173998" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">515 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/ggsb">ggsb</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6-13-2009 Atlanta/North Georgia</span> <p>Will do Miss Burgundy...and once we've made a decision I'll gladly mail you any samples we have accumulated if you'd like. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-130869" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-130892"> <div class="commentnumber">31.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>That would be fantastic, if you don't mind parting with them! Kristin is kindly dropping my samples in the mail this morning. When I asked for samples from Aubrey Atlas, I'm not sure if she quite understood what I was asking and sent a sample of an electronic design, and is trying to arrange for us to meet in person like 3 months out from now (she lives approximately 3 hours away). Isn't it pretty customary to ask for physical samples of invitations from these types of vendors? I'm a little confused... </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-130892" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-130894"> <div class="commentnumber">32.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">54 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Worker bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext worker-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/stargirl">stargirl</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 04-04-09 New York City/Miami</span> <p>Miss Burgundy -- I used Kristen for my invitations, they're on her blog. :) The quality is amazing and I *love* our custom design. Feel free to message me if you have any questions! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-130894" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-131230"> <div class="commentnumber">33.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/ggsb.jpg?1233173998" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">515 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/ggsb">ggsb</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6-13-2009 Atlanta/North Georgia</span> <p>I think it is very standard to ask for samples. Some of the larger companies charge you per sample. The electronic samples are great to see the different layouts they offer (if you just want to pick something they've already done) or see their design capabilities. We are only asking for actual printed samples from the two vendors we are choosing between....mostly b/c I'm a paper snob and am concerned about how the paper and the actual "pressed" parts feel. </p> <p>@stargirl - If your's are the ones I'm thinking they are they turned out really well! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-131230" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-131253"> <div class="commentnumber">34.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/humarockbride.jpg?1234157067" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">1,415 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Bumble bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext bumble-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/humarockbride">HumarockBride</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> January 2, 2010 Boston, MA</span> <p>WOW!!! This thread just made me SO happy!!!!!! I love letter press but didnt think it was worth the expense -- these vendors are so affordable!! Thanks ladies! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-131253" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-131270"> <div class="commentnumber">35.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">26 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Newbee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext newbee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/misssparkle">MissSparkle</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> June, 2009 San Francisco, CA</span> <p>i love the designs of bella figura as well, but everything adds up to a lot when you add in all the pieces and want 2 inks and return addresses, etc. </p> <p>i ended up going with ink fancy. her rates are really reasonable and she does custom work. she is designing my invitation, reply card, insert for my webpage and envelopes with a custom embellishment. 85 sets for only $1010 including shipping and 2 inks on everything.</p> <p>i can't comment on the final product yet, but she did send me samples of her work, which are adorable. we just finished the design phase and final mockups. i am so excited because she did such a great job of taking my ideas and inspirations and creating us a fun design that we love. the process so far has been so great. i can't wait for them to be printed.</p> <p>here is her website <a href="http://www.inkfancy.com/pricing">http://www.inkfancy.com/pricing</a> </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-131270" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-134874"> <div class="commentnumber">36.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>So I would just like to say I recieved a few samples from Twin Raven Press in the mail today...if there is such a thing as love at first sight with letterpress invitations, I think I just experienced it. There is absolutely no doubt in my mind now that I have got to have letterpress and I just love the stuff that Twin Ravens has done!!</p> <p>I have attempted to get a sample of Atlas & Campbell's work, but they seem a bit swamped right now and have offered to send a sample in a month or two. Their designs look pretty online, but actually seeing and feeling the invitations is such an important experience IMO.</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-134874" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-134886"> <div class="commentnumber">37.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/taye.jpg?1236649980" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">152 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Worker bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext worker-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/taye">Taye</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> July 11, 2009 NYC/Alabama wedding</span> <p>You know how every bride has that ONE aspect of the wedding she focuses on? I feel like it's usually the dress or the flowers or the cake, or whatever. Well, for me it's been the invitations all along, and I was determined to have letterpress. I'm obsessed with all sorts of paper things, so my fiance was hardly surprised, and he was totally willing to get on board and split the cost. Hurrah!</p> <p> After much looking around -- seriously, I shopped for an invitation designer far, far longer than I shopped for a dress -- we found someone who's just right for us. We're working with Jen of Starshaped Press (http://www.starshaped.com/wedding.html) to design our invitations. I'm in love with how she uses antique type, and I think her prices are really reasonable. We got some samples of her work last week, and they look even more amazing in person than they do on her site.</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-134886" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-138607"> <div class="commentnumber">38.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>Just got my samples I ordered from Bella Figura! They're SO beautiful! A little pricey though...but I really like the way that you can so clearly see the letterpress in the soft cotton paper. I also really LOVE one of the styles...so I'm a little torn. I spoke to Kristin at Twin Ravens and she said that she could work with me to create a custom invite on a similar type paper that will leave those nice impressions, but if I really love one of the Bella Figura designs I should probably just buy it from them? Totally torn!! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-138607" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-144376"> <div class="commentnumber">39.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">5 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Newbee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext newbee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/the-future-mrs-baldwin">the future mrs. baldwin</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6/5/09 </span> <p>I originally worked with an Etsy vendor to save costs on letterpress, but it ended up being SO much more work, with all the back and forth and design work, so I bit the bullet and did Bella Figura, and my invitations come in the mail Monday! I am so in love with their designs, quality, and the eco-consciousness of the company, so the $1450 I spent on invites felt at least somewhat justified! Call me crazy, but I go weak in the knees for all things paper!</p> <p> </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please#post-144376" title=""> 5 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentnumber">40.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>Geez...that's steep!! Love their invitations though.</p> <p>Aubrey Atlas is finally sending me samples, but claims they are "invitations that did not pass our quality test". I mean I guess I'll have to see them to judge first, but who sends a potential client low quality SAMPLES?? <img src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/my-plugins/tinymce/jscripts/tiny_mce/plugins/emotions/images/icon_confused.gif" /> I'm just confused...</p><p><br /></p> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-155801"> <div class="commentnumber">42.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">4 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Wannabee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext wannabee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/soleil778">soleil778</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 5/24/09 New York City</span> <p>I went with Dauphine Press but ordered through Linda at the Wedding Library in New York. FYI, a lot of the vendors are slightly negotiable right now because of the recession. It was so helpful to work with a third party who has personal relationships with all the vendors and helps them get their prices more in line with what brides can pay right now. We ended up with totally personalized letterpress invitations, with parts of the invitations in 2-color, at the same price I was quoted for inkjet invitations at Kate's Paperie. One vendor was even offering 15% off right now. Although I looked at Etsy, ultimately, some of the boutique presses have prices that aren't too far off from the smaller presses. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please/page/2#post-155801" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-160098"> <div class="commentnumber">43.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/wiglet.jpg?1235748559" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">135 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Worker bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext worker-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/wiglet">Wiglet</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 7/25/09 Chicago, IL</span> <p>@ Miss Burgundy: I know that Aubrey just got a new letterpress machine, so maybe the samples she's sending you are from her previous printer. Regardless, all of their work is (IMO) of superior quality to the work I've seen from other, larger print shops. They individually hand-stitched my thank-you cards and invitations (!!!!). I ended up having to go with lower-quality paper because my budget is the size of a thimble, but I honestly can't tell a difference and my guests who have seen the invitations and the rest of my stationery have been floored.</p> <p>Atlas & Campbell ARE a new design house, so that's probably why they don't have ready-made samples to pop in the mail. Good thing you're getting married in 2010, so you've got a TON of time to meet with and evaluate your designers! </p> <p>As someone who's self-employed, I have to make sure to plug the independent designers and vendors, because they work so hard and do everything with such love and talent. Plus they're great for working in your budget and for creating one-of-a-kind products. So keep an open mind, even if they don't have the glossy PR campaigns that the bigger vendors do! :)</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please/page/2#post-160098" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-160169"> <div class="commentnumber">44.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>@Wiglet- funny that you posted about this now, because I got the samples from Atlas & Campell yesterday and I have to say...I was definitely blown away. I got to see a sample of the stitched cards and I couldn't believe the attention to detail and just the really awesome quality of it. I kind of thought I was all set and had a vendor selected, but I'm carefully reconsidering now...:) </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please/page/2#post-160169" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-160298"> <div class="commentnumber">45.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/wiglet.jpg?1235748559" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">135 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Worker bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext worker-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/wiglet">Wiglet</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 7/25/09 Chicago, IL</span> <p>Yay! I'm so glad you liked what you saw!!! I wonder if you got to see any of my stuff...(mine colors are yellow and gray). :)</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please/page/2#post-160298" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentnumber">46.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/ggsb.jpg?1233173998" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">515 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/ggsb">ggsb</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6-13-2009 Atlanta/North Georgia</span> <p>just an update with where we ended up since this thread was started. We came down to either TwinRaven Press or ParkLake Press. Due to time constraints and the ability to quickly customize designs we chose TwinRavens.....they arrived today and I couldn't be more pleased. The quality of the indentions, paper, etc is what we were looking for. The price was exactly what I was quoted in the beginning and Kristin was very very easy to work with. We ended up choosing a 3-color design for a bit less than the same price range as a 2-color design at some of the other companies. Overall I am very pleased with our choice and would recommend TwinRavens!</p> <p>Thanks for all the help and suggestions along the way!!<br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><div class="commentnumber">41.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">47 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Newbee</div> </div> </div> <em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/hws">HWS</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> </span> <p>Check out CraftMasterInvitations.com, their letterpress invites are at least 50% cheaper than in US - even after shipping.</p> <p> </p> <p> <a class="bb_attachments_link" href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/?bb_attachments=152796&bbat=8646"><img src="http://pics.boards.weddingbee.com/8646.Letterpress%281-color%29CloseUp.jpg.resize" /></a> </p> <h3>Attachments</h3><br /> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158210"> <div class="commentnumber">2.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>First off, I'd start by visiting a recent thread about this: <a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please">http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-suggestions-please</a></p> <p>Secondly, I would look through these vendor's websites and see if they have a general style you like or if you are inspired by their work. If you can narrow it down to a few, contact them and request samples so you can look and feel their work and ask them what they're offering (get an idea of price, if they do custom work, etc).</p> <p>And lastly, I'll briefly summarize what I've learned about a few of these vendors based on other threads and contact with them-</p> <p>Bella Figura does AWESOME amazing beautiful work but it is not cheap. It is actually quite expensive. Heard nothing but good things about them. I have some of their samples and was pretty blown away.</p> <p>Twin Ravens Press is the one I'm leaning toward myself- Kristin the owner is very friendly and professional, and does some really amazing work at great prices. She does custom work and I just really like her designs.</p> <p>I think Atlasprod is actually Atlas & Campbell, and their work is really nice. Working on getting some samples from Aubrey so I can see it up close and personal. They seem friendly and willing to work within your price range. But I really like the designs in their blog.</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158210" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158216"> <div class="commentnumber">3.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/fabulouslyengaged.jpg?1237924460" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">302 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/fabulouslyengaged">fabulouslyengaged</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 8/1/09 </span> <p>Oh, thank you! I actually did see that thread a while back, thanks for pointing it out as a reminder though!</p> <p> I guess my thing is, why are some of the letterpress companies SO much cheaper than others? Are they new? Do they use cheaper ink?</p> <p>What could they possibly be doing that lets them sell their things for less? </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158216" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158242"> <div class="commentnumber">4.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/habibi.jpg?1246367363" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">517 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/habibi">Habibi</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> </span> <p>Hi fabulouslyengaged</p> <p>I think the price difference comes from a lot of things. Here's a list I compiled quickly:</p> <p>-how long they've been in business</p> <p>-how much overhead they have (are they a one-person printing shop or do they have employees and other expenses they need to cover)</p> <p>-how much custom design work they do (are they a straight printer or do they design as well)</p> <p>-how well-known and how popular their services are. People on etsy are often just starting out so their prices will be less than others. </p> <p>-are they actually printing the work themselves or are they outsourcing it to another printing company. </p> <p>HTH </p> <p> </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158242" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158252"> <div class="commentnumber">5.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/fabulouslyengaged.jpg?1237924460" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">302 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/fabulouslyengaged">fabulouslyengaged</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 8/1/09 </span> <p>Definitely is helpful. Thanks! Picking the designer seems nearly impossible! They all seem so talented. I guess I need to go back through and pick the one that has more of the "style" I'm looking for! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158252" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158301"> <div class="commentnumber">6.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>Habibi is right on. I did ask a couple of the smaller vendors how they could possibly afford to give such great (custom!!) work at the low prices they do, and the response was that most of them have very small shops, so they don't have any overhead or staffing expenses. They also have a lower demand, so they are going to have a lower price point.</p> <p>Definitely do go through and look for "style" that you like- not to say that if you don't see anything you love a designer can't custom create it for you, but if you see something you really like the designer might have an easier time of making it for you. (Example: I recently fell in love with a kate spade invitation suite that is amazing but I can't afford, so I'd like to mimic it and borrow the design idea from it. I looked through the letterpress designer's work and noticed that Twin Ravens did something similar and in the same general style as this invitation, so I'm confident that if I show her my request she can make something up that will make me happy). Another example: While hello, lucky! has some really cool invitations, they're just too modern-looking for me- I want something rustic!</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158301" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158317"> <div class="commentnumber">7.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">115 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Worker bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext worker-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/lm">LM</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 4/26/2008 New York City/ Montego Bay</span> <p>Hi Fabulouslyengaged.</p> <p>I used Invited Ink to make letterpress invitations to my at home reception. And I highly recommend them- they were prompt, professional, very chic, and did exactly what I asked for.</p> <p>I also used Ceci NY for my wedding stationary which is one of the top letterpress design companies out there. First of all the custom experience was very different. But also, the feel of the 100% cotton paper, the texture, the intricacy of the letterpress, this is all so much higher quality. They also cost 10x more.</p> <p> So yes, there are differences when it comes to reputation, overhead, custom vs. non-custom. But also there is a difference in quality so I would just ask for samples along with the pricing so you can see what you get and for how much. </p> <p>I LOVED my invitations with Invited Ink but I wouldn't really compare what they are to what I have from Ceci. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158317" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158327"> <div class="commentnumber">8.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/fabulouslyengaged.jpg?1237924460" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">302 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/fabulouslyengaged">fabulouslyengaged</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 8/1/09 </span> <p>LM-Thanks for letting me know about paper quality. I've ordered some samples from a couple of them and will be very curious to see what the difference is in the paper! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158327" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158328"> <div class="commentnumber">9.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/fabulouslyengaged.jpg?1237924460" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">302 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/fabulouslyengaged">fabulouslyengaged</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 8/1/09 </span> <p>Also, Miss Burgandy. Thanks for reminding me about the style.</p> <p> I had some issues trying to purchase my STDs because I chose someone who's style was VERY different from things I liked. </p> <p> When I go home today, I will take a closer look. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158328" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158332"> <div class="commentnumber">10.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>I do have to add really quick- after seeing the samples I got from Bella Figura and comparing them to Twin Ravens, I noticed that I preferred the soft cotton paper from Bella and the fact that their letterpress engravings were very deep over the Twin Ravens samples that I got, which were on paper that I did not like as much and the pressing was not as deep or obvious.</p> <p>I talked to Kristin at Twin Ravens about it and she said that you really have to specify with your vendor if you want the "letterpress feel" on your invitations. She also said that she can use a 100% cotton paper if I want to make a deeper impression, and if the design has thinner lines the letterpress will be more obvious. I believe her on this one because she tossed a few business cards into my package and they were made out of a softer, more cotton-y paper and had deeper impressions on them. So I would absolutely ask about that as well if you're interested in it, and I'm sure they can provide samples to show you.</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158332" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158620"> <div class="commentnumber">11.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/fabulouslyengaged.jpg?1237924460" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">302 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/fabulouslyengaged">fabulouslyengaged</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 8/1/09 </span> <p>Miss Burgandy- I know there are different types of 100% cotton paper to use, particularly in thickness. I am definitely looking forward to seeing them when they arrive now.</p> <p> Thanks for the heads up! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158620" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158642"> <div class="commentnumber">12.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/ggsb.jpg?1233173998" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">515 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/ggsb">ggsb</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 6-13-2009 Atlanta/North Georgia</span> <p>Hi...I just wanted to throw another name out there. We are currently waiting on our plates to come in so Kristin can start printing our invites. We had the same concerns about a deep "letterpress feel" that Miss Burgundy mentioned above and choose a soft paper to allow for them. I can't wait to see how they turn out. We choose Twin Ravens based on cost, ability to custom design a bit more (including a custom size), and quick turn-around since we need to mail our invites by April 15.</p> <p>I also loved Bella Figura, but our 2nd choice was Parklife Press. Travis was great at getting samples mailed and answering questions. I personally liked the "feel" of their samples better than any of the others (including Bella). They have examples to choose from but will customize things for you as well. <a href="http://www.parklifepress.com/">http://www.parklifepress.com/</a></p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158642" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158656"> <div class="commentnumber">13.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/fabulouslyengaged.jpg?1237924460" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">302 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Helper bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/fabulouslyengaged">fabulouslyengaged</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 8/1/09 </span> <p>Thanks! I just sent him an email too! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158656" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158700"> <div class="commentnumber">14.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/miss%20burgundy.gif?1233863705" /> <div class="role">Hostess <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">825 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Busy bee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/miss-burgundy">Miss Burgundy</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 05/28/2010 San Diego, CA/ Yosemite</span> <p>ggsb- I am really glad you mentioned Parklife Press, those are stunning!! I may just request a sample and see! </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158700" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-158772"> <div class="commentnumber">15.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">26 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Newbee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext newbee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/lizanne721">LizAnne721</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> June 26, 2010 OC</span> <p>I do letterpress. I'm making my own wedding invitations. The best paper to use is 100 percent cotton Crane's Lettra. It's the top-of-the-line, made specifically for letterpressing. Anyone can order it. You can order it by the crate from a distributor (listed on the Crane website) and ask your printer if you can provide the paper. Or ask what their paper costs are and compare to what you can get from a distributor. It may be cheaper that way. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-158772" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="post-159639"> <div class="commentnumber">16.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/default.png" alt="Member Icon" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">47 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Newbee</div> </div> </div> <div class="commenttext newbee"><em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/hws">HWS</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> </span> <p>You may also want to check out <a href="http://www.craftmasterinvitations.com/" rel="nofollow">www.CraftMasterInvitations.com</a> They offer get prices and can customize for you. </p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/letterpress-vendors-any-recs#post-159639" title=""> 4 months ago</a> </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentnumber">17.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"> <img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/wiglet.jpg?1235748559" /> <div class="role">Member <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">135 posts</div> <div style="font-size: x-small; font-variant: normal;">Worker bee</div> </div> </div> <em><a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/profile/wiglet">Wiglet</a> </em> <span class="numpostsandtitle"> 7/25/09 Chicago, IL</span> <p>Hi! I just wanted to give you a correction for the original list you posted: as Ms. Burgundy said, atlasprod is now Atlas & Campbell (<a href="http://atlasandcampbell.blogspot.com/">http://atlasandcampbell.blogspot.com</a>). They're doing my invitations and I'm DYING with love for them. I love that they're independent and everything they create is custom. Aubrey keeps you up-to-date on everything and they do incredible work. So far my guests have only seen the thank-you notes they designed for me and I've already gotten a bunch of emails from people asking who designed my stationery! I've never had a response like that. They're far and away my favorite vendor I've worked with since the wedding planning started (along with Yvonne Wong, my photographer! Also amazing. It's great to support independent women in this process. :) ) </p><br /><br /><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-77046243789572806392009-08-08T09:14:00.000-07:002009-08-08T09:14:03.748-07:00Parklife Press - Letterpress Wedding Invitations<a href="http://www.parklifepress.com/gallery/wedding.php">Parklife Press - Letterpress Wedding Invitations</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-71083319124025731972009-08-07T14:59:00.002-07:002009-08-07T15:01:49.405-07:00diy bath salt/scrub<h1 class="entry-title full-title"><a href="http://www.diybride.com/2009/05/27/guest-post-jenn-shares-her-salt-scrub/" title="Permanent link to {Guest Post}: Jenn Shares Her Salt Scrub" rel="bookmark" rev="post-1499">{Guest Post}: Jenn Shares Her Salt Scrub</a></h1> <p>During your engagement you will likely attend multiple showers and parties held in your honor. A great way to thank your guests/hosts is to send them home with a little handmade pampering. Salt/Sugar scrubs are a great way to do this.</p> <p>Bonus – these recipes are so easy you can make them for any occasion i.e. Bridal Party gifts, Birthday’s, Mother’s Day, Baby Showers, Holiday gifts or even as a way for you to relax after a stressful day or week of wedding planning.</p> <p>As far as DIY projects go this one is pretty simple. You should allot yourself about one 1/2 hour of time to prep and complete this project, more if you intend to increase the batch. Good luck, happy planning and congratulations on your upcoming wedding!</p> <p>Salt Scrub<br />You will need 4 ingredients to make a scrub<br />1. Epsom Salt or Organic Sugar*<br />2. Carrier Oil (Olive Oil*, Sunflower Oil or Grape Seed Oil)<br />3. Essential Oils<br />4. Food Coloring<br /><a href="http://www.diybride.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/scrub1.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1500" title="scrub1" src="http://www.diybride.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/scrub1.jpg" alt="scrub1" height="196" width="301" /></a></p> <p>Tools:<br />1. Mixing bowl<br />2. Plastic or metal mixing spoon<br />3. Pipette (This is for your essential oils, most store bought oils will have a dispensing top you can use instead.)<br />4. Canning jars</p> <p>To make:<br />1. Take 2 cups of salt/sugar and put into a mixing bowl and combine 1 cup of oil with the salt/sugar mix well.<br />2. After salt and oil are mixed put in 8 drops of essential oils in whatever scent(s) you choose. Mix well.</p> <p><a href="http://www.diybride.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/scrub2.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1501" title="scrub2" src="http://www.diybride.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/scrub2.jpg" alt="scrub2" height="201" width="301" /></a></p> <p>3. Add one drop of desired food color and mix together.<a href="http://www.diybride.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/scrub3.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1502" title="scrub3" src="http://www.diybride.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/scrub3.jpg" alt="scrub3" height="201" width="301" /></a></p> <p>4. After everything is mixed together spoon the mixture into the canning jars.</p> <p><a href="http://www.diybride.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/scrub4.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1503" title="scrub4" src="http://www.diybride.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/scrub4.jpg" alt="scrub4" height="184" width="98" /></a></p> <p>Yield: 1 pint or 2 1/3 cups</p> <p>• *Tips:<br />- Some extra virgin olive oils can interfere with the smell of the scrub it is best to use a carrier oil with little or no smell; sunflower oil or grape seed oil work best.<br />- Organic sugar usually costs more than Epsom salts and doesn’t have the same skin care qualities. However it is a finer texture to your scrub.<br />- If you have never mixed essential oils before it is best to stick with citrus scents they mix best together or use one basic scent like lavender or peppermint. (I like to make grapefruit – I put in 6 drops of the grapefruit oil and 2 drops of lemon. *Lemon is a great oil to mix with other citrus scents and eucalyptus.)<br />- It is best to choose a color that is corresponding with your scent i.e. pink for grapefruit<br />• Packaging Ideas:<br />- For larger groups of people it is easy to spit the mixture up in to 1/2-pint jars and display the gifts in a large basket.<br />- You can decorate to jars like you would if you made jam by putting scraps of fabric between the lid and the jar rim. You can also tie ribbons around the jar rim and loop a label with the scent through the ribbon. Circular jars lend themselves well to sticker labels as well.</p> <p>Jenn K. and all of her crafty goodness can be found at <a href="http://abridesbrain.blogspot.com/">http://abridesbrain.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>Jenn’s rockin’ bio: I am a 25 year old wannabe crafter, dork, rocker, lover, feminist and recent LA convert navigating my way through a new city while forging a career and planning a wedding with the love of my life.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-63150833997581529362009-08-07T14:59:00.001-07:002009-08-07T14:59:46.544-07:00where to buy diy flowers<h1 class="entry-title full-title"><a href="http://www.diybride.com/2007/08/02/where-to-buy-diy-flowers/" title="Permanent link to Where to Buy DIY Flowers" rel="bookmark" rev="post-282">Where to Buy DIY Flowers</a></h1> <p>Here’s my list of sources to buy bulk wedding flowers:</p> <ul><li><a href="http://www.amazoniaflowers.com/">Amazonia Flowers</a></li><li><a href="http://www.americanfloraldistributors.com/">American Floral Distributors</a></li><li><a href="http://www.agrotropical.andes.com/cut_flowers_roses.htm">Agro Tropical</a></li><li><a href="http://www.bigrose.com/">Big Rose</a></li><li><a href="http://www.californiaorganicflowers.com/">California Organic Flowers</a></li><li><a href="http://www.costco.com/Common/Category.aspx?cat=24844&eCat=BC%7C21124%7C24844&whse=BC">Costco Wedding Flowers</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fiftyflowers.com/">Fifty Flowers</a></li><li><a href="http://www.flowerbud.com/"> Flowerbud.com</a></li><li><a href="http://www.flowersgrowers.com/">FlowerGrowers.Com</a></li><li><a href="http://www.flowersbulbs.com/">Flowers Bulbs</a></li><li><a href="http://www.theflowerexchange.com/">Flower Exchange</a></li><li><a href="http://www.flowersales.com/">Flower Sales</a></li><li><a href="http://www.flowerfarmstogo.com/s/home/home.php">Flower Farms To Go</a></li><li><a href="http://www.flowersandfreshness.com/">Flowers & Freshness</a></li><li><a href="http://freshrosepetals.com/">Fresh Rose Petals</a></li><li><a href="http://www.freshroses.com/">Fresh Roses</a></li><li><a href="http://www.floralresources.com/orchid.htm">Floral Resources</a></li><li><a href="http://www.globalrose.com/">Global Rose</a></li><li><a href="http://growingtulips.com/">Growing Tulips</a></li><li><a href="http://www.growersbox.com/wedding-flowers.html">Grower’s Box</a></li><li><a href="http://hawaiian-tropical-flowers.com/">Hawaiian Tropical Flowers</a></li><li><a href="http://www.margaretaflowers.com/catalog/roses.htm">Margareta Flowers </a></li><li><a href="https://nusabana.com/comersus/store/comersus_aboutus.asp">NuSabana Roses</a></li><li><a href="http://www.onlinewholesaleflowers.com/">Online Wholesale Flowers</a></li><li><a href="http://www.organicbouquet.com/">Organic Bouquet</a></li><li><a href="http://www.flowers.pacificcallas.com/">Pacific Callas</a></li><li><a href="http://www.proflowers.com/">Pro Flowers Weddings</a></li><li><a href="http://www.rosesource.com/">Rose Source</a></li><li><a href="http://www.sommerflowers.com/">Sommers Flowers</a></li><li><a href="http://www.sunkingwholesale.com/">Sun King</a></li><li><a href="http://www.thousandcolors.com/">Thousand Colors</a></li></ul>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-69503169923272658962009-08-07T14:15:00.000-07:002009-08-07T14:18:12.994-07:00diy rock crystal chandelier<img src="file:///C:/DOCUME%7E1/MM/LOCALS%7E1/Temp/moz-screenshot-2.jpg" alt="" /><center><div id="content" class="content"><div class="left_column"><div class="blog"><div class="blog_header"><div class="blog_title"> <h2>DIY Rock Candy Chandelier</h2> </div> <div class="blog_category"> <a href="http://www.oncewed.com/category/diy/" title="View all posts in DIY" rel="category tag">DIY</a> </div> </div> <p><a rel="attachment wp-att-7371" href="http://www.oncewed.com/7370/diy/diy-rock-candy-chandelier/attachment/acfef3"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7371" title="rock candy wedding ideas" src="http://www.oncewed.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/acfef3.jpg" alt="rock candy wedding ideas" height="500" width="350" /></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a title="laurie" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5079277" target="_blank">Laurie’s</a> DIY project this week is another great example of taking something very ordinary and transforming it into something absolutely beautiful and unique. Can you believe those are just bits of rock candy strung on a piece of wire? Oh, and don’t you love how Laurie referred to it as “natural bling”…</p> <p><a rel="attachment wp-att-7372" href="http://www.oncewed.com/7370/diy/diy-rock-candy-chandelier/attachment/acfef4"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7372" title="diy wedding chandelier ideas" src="http://www.oncewed.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/acfef4.jpg" alt="diy wedding chandelier ideas" height="399" width="600" /></a></p> <p><a rel="attachment wp-att-7373" href="http://www.oncewed.com/7370/diy/diy-rock-candy-chandelier/attachment/acfef5"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7373" title="diy rock candy wedding ideas" src="http://www.oncewed.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/acfef5.jpg" alt="diy rock candy wedding ideas" height="399" width="600" /></a></p> <div><strong>What You’ll Need</strong></div> <div>Rock Candy Strings</div> <div>Bailing wire (I used 16 gauge) ( 1.5 inches for each)</div> <div>Seam binding or ribbon (about 10″ for each, 1/2″or so wide)</div> <div>Wire cutters</div> <div>Scissors</div> <div>Hot glue gun and glue sticks</div> <div><strong>Resources: </strong></div> <div>Rock Candy can be found at stores selling bulk candy. It can also be ordered through online resources like <span style="color: rgb(153, 102, 51);"> </span><a href="http://www.ohnuts.com/buy.cfm/bulk-candy/rock-sugar-swizzle-sticks/white-strings-natural" target="_blank"><span style="color: rgb(153, 102, 51);">Oh, Nuts</span></a> and <a href="http://www.candywarehouse.com/rockstrings.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: rgb(153, 102, 51);">Candy Warehouse</span></a>.</div> <div>Seam Binding can be purchased at any fabric store. There are also a lot of vendors on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/search_results.php?search_type=tag_title_supplies&search_query=seam+binding" target="_blank"><span style="color: rgb(153, 102, 51);">Etsy</span></a> selling it too.</div> <div>Bailing wire is available at any hardware store.</div> <div><a rel="attachment wp-att-7374" href="http://www.oncewed.com/7370/diy/diy-rock-candy-chandelier/attachment/acfef6"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7374" title="diy rock candy chandelier" src="http://www.oncewed.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/acfef6.jpg" alt="diy rock candy chandelier" height="200" width="600" /></a></div> <div> <div> <p><strong>Directions:</strong></p> <p>1. Begin by using your wire cutters to cut 1.5 inch lengths of wire. You’ll need one per crystal. (see figure 1)</p></div> <div>2. Bend your wire into a “Shepard’s hook” shape. I bent mine over a pencil to make a nice curve. (see figure 1)</div> <div>3. At the very end of one of you rock candy strings, put a generous glob of hot glue. Stick the end of the hook into the glue, and hold until it has cooled. If it wiggles a bit, add another dab to secure it. (see figure 2)</div> <div>4. Cut a length of ribbon, about 10 inches long and tie a knot, then a bow around the wire at the top of the crystal. Trim your ribbon tails.</div> <div>5. Hang your completed crystals anywhere that needs a little sparkle; on bare branches in a vase, from a tree, in a floral arrangement, from garland or an arch. If you’re feeling extra crafty, construct an armature and hang the crystals from it like a chandelier. (see pic below)</div> <div><strong>A Tip:<br /></strong>If you have a lot of short candy strings, you can join them together using hot glue to make longer strands</div> <div><strong>What it cost:</strong></div> <div>Rock Candy – $5 a pound (I bought 1.25 pounds, and got about 25 strands)</div> <div>Bailing Wire – $3 for a 50 ft spool</div> <p>Seam binding – $.25 – .50 per yard (from most Etsy sellers)</p></div> <!-- End Entry --> </div> </div> <div class="right_column"> <div class="search"><br /></div> <script type="text/javascript"> GA_googleFillSlot("primarySidebarTop"); </script><script src="http://pubads.g.doubleclick.net/gampad/ads?correlator=1249679823072&output=json_html&callback=GA_googleSetAdContentsBySlotForSync&impl=s&prev_afc=0&a2ids=Dvrg&cids=MoZ8Ng&client=ca-pub-4621162644581447&slotname=primarySidebarTop&page_slots=primaryLeaderboard%2CprimarySidebarTop&cust_params=&cookie=ID%3Dc514223f70b53e20%3AT%3D1248815815%3AS%3DALNI_MbeFMBv0hcQTk7swq4Lw8lBtXKmVg&ga_vid=517562955.1248815813&ga_sid=1249678761&ga_hid=1094247365&ga_fc=true&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oncewed.com%2F7370%2Fdiy%2Fdecor%2Fdiy-rock-candy-chandelier%2F%3FcurrentPage%3D2&ref=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oncewed.com%2Fcategory%2Fdiy%2F%3FcurrentPage%3D1%26next.x%3D25%26next.y%3D13%26next%3DNext&lmt=1249679822&dt=1249679829628&cc=100&u_h=768&u_w=1024&u_ah=738&u_aw=1024&u_cd=32&u_tz=-240&u_his=6&u_java=true&u_nplug=21&u_nmime=112&flash=10.0.22"></script><div id="google_ads_div_primarySidebarTop"><script type="text/javascript"> var pubId=21457; 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Can you believe those are just bits of rock candy strung on a piece of wire? Oh, and don’t you love how Laurie referred to it as “natural bling”…<br /><br />diy wedding chandelier ideas<br /><br />diy rock candy wedding ideas<br />What You’ll Need<br />Rock Candy Strings<br />Bailing wire (I used 16 gauge) ( 1.5 inches for each)<br />Seam binding or ribbon (about 10″ for each, 1/2″or so wide)<br />Wire cutters<br />Scissors<br />Hot glue gun and glue sticks<br />Resources:<br />Rock Candy can be found at stores selling bulk candy. It can also be ordered through online resources like Oh, Nuts and Candy Warehouse.<br />Seam Binding can be purchased at any fabric store. There are also a lot of vendors on Etsy selling it too.<br />Bailing wire is available at any hardware store.<br />diy rock candy chandelier<br /><br />Directions:<br /><br />1. Begin by using your wire cutters to cut 1.5 inch lengths of wire. You’ll need one per crystal. (see figure 1)<br />2. Bend your wire into a “Shepard’s hook” shape. I bent mine over a pencil to make a nice curve. (see figure 1)<br />3. At the very end of one of you rock candy strings, put a generous glob of hot glue. Stick the end of the hook into the glue, and hold until it has cooled. If it wiggles a bit, add another dab to secure it. (see figure 2)<br />4. Cut a length of ribbon, about 10 inches long and tie a knot, then a bow around the wire at the top of the crystal. Trim your ribbon tails.<br />5. Hang your completed crystals anywhere that needs a little sparkle; on bare branches in a vase, from a tree, in a floral arrangement, from garland or an arch. If you’re feeling extra crafty, construct an armature and hang the crystals from it like a chandelier. (see pic below)<br />A Tip:<br />If you have a lot of short candy strings, you can join them together using hot glue to make longer strands<br />What it cost:<br />Rock Candy – $5 a pound (I bought 1.25 pounds, and got about 25 strands)<br />Bailing Wire – $3 for a 50 ft spool<br /><br />Seam binding – $.25 – .50 per yard (from most Etsy sellers)Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-23223782166290404832009-08-06T13:35:00.001-07:002009-08-06T13:35:30.535-07:00interfaith programs<p>So, I have already posted on our embossed <a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/2009/05/28/please-join-the-festivities/">Escort Cards</a> and our <a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/2009/07/21/pre-wedding-frenzy-the-favors-and-the-perfect-quote/">perfectly quoted chocolate</a>. Now, it’s time to show you two more projects I finished the week of the wedding: Our programs and menus.</p> <p>First up, the programs. Since we were having an interfaith wedding I wanted to make sure that all of our guests understood the various components of our wedding. I also knew that I wanted to make the programs short and sweet.</p> <p>The good news was that I had purchased about six packets of PaperSource’s Eco-White #10 Note Cards at 50% off around the holidays. So at about $2.25 for 25 note cards, the whole project cost about 5 bucks. (I think for 60 guests, I made about 45-ish programs.)</p> <p>Before I printed them, I also ran them by our Rabbi to make sure he approved. He loved them.</p> <p>Here’s the wording:</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Love.</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold;">Friends and Family,</span> Thank you for joining us on our wedding day. We hope our inter-faith ceremony is a harmonious mix of both of our backgrounds.<br /><span id="more-104657"></span><br />We will be standing under a<span style="font-weight: bold;"> Chuppah</span> to create an intimate space, symbolizing the open home that we will share together. The sides are left open to signify that all friends and family are welcome into our new life and home.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ketubah Signing:</span> Before the ceremony, we held a Ketubah signing ceremony, which is a two thousand year old Jewish tradition documenting our love as a marriage contract. Our interfaith Ketubah will hang in our home as a reminder of our love and commitment to one another.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Ceremony:</span> The Ceremony will be lead by Rabbi Dr. XXXXX, a Comparative Religion and Ethics Professor from XXXXXXX University.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Reading: </span>Papa Peep Toe will be reading: <span style="font-style: italic;">The Greatest of These is Love</span>, A reading from the first letter of Paul to the Corinthians (12:31-13:1-8a).<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Wine:</span> Wine to us symbolizes the happiness, depth and richness of joy on this day. During our ceremony we’ll share two glasses of wine- one glass was provided by Ms. Peep’s family and other Mr. Peep’s. When the second cup of wine is poured, the ‘Seven Blessings’ are recited. We’ve asked family and friends to interpret these classic seven blessings with themes that include joy and happiness, nature, the importance of marriage, and the human spirit.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Breaking of the Glass:</span> At the end of the ceremony, Mr. Peep will break a glass wrapped in cloth. This ritual punctuates the end of the ceremony. May we always remain delicate and fragile with each other. (A broken glass cannot be mended. Likewise, marriage is irrevocable.) It is a transforming experience that leaves individuals forever changed. While there are many other interpretations of this practice, it signals an end to the ceremony with shouts of:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">“Mazel Tov!” (Congratulations!) Let the party begin!</span></p> <p>The back of the note card listed all of the members of the wedding party, our parents, the Chuppah Holder’s names, and the wonderful people who did the Seven Blessings for us.</p> <p>We also stole a quote from the amazing <a href="http://weddingbee.com/author/hotcocoa">Hot Cocoa, J.D</a>.</p> <blockquote><p>The opportunity to establish an officially recognized family with a loved one and to obtain the substantial benefits such a relationship may offer is of the deepest and utmost importance to any individual and couple who wish to make such a choice.</p> <p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">In re Marriage Cases</span>, 183 P.3d 384 (Cal. 2008)</p></blockquote> <p>None of our guests commented on the quote, but it felt good knowing that we recognized the inequality of marriage in the State of California.</p> <p>We also asked our guest to stay on the terrace after the ceremony so we could take a group picture.</p> <p>I never did take a picture of the final product, but we did get a picture of it in action:</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/RiawBxFsvBurLjOzVisSoQ?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/06/0491.jpg" alt="0491" border="0" /></a> </span></p> <p>These inspired the rest of the printed materials we used. I’ve told you all what we would be <a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/2009/05/07/absolute-yumminess/">serving</a> but I never got the chance to show you the menu:</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbee.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/06/016811.jpg" alt="0168" align="middle" border="0" height="400" hspace="0" width="600" /></p> <p>Again, I used my 50% off #10 Eco-white PaperSource note cards. And I used the oh-so-popular quote, <span style="font-style: italic;">Eat. Drink. Be Married.</span> At the wedding guests ate the menus up along with the meal.</p> <p>Did you have a tough time with your program wording? Are you doing a short and sweet version, or something more grand??</p> <p><span style="font-size: 85%;">The last two pictures are from the amazingly fantastic <a href="http://www.blueberryphotography.com/">Blueberry Photography</a>. </span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-78313214011399212622009-08-02T11:25:00.002-07:002009-08-02T11:26:27.787-07:00rockhouse menu 2009<p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_22tzz9kxfq_b" name="graphics1" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p class="western" align="justify"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="justify"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE HORS DOUVRES</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Rosemary Chicken Skewers</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Pineapple and Chicken Kebobs</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Tomato Bruschetta</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Mushroom Bruschetta</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Bacon Wrapped Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Conch Fritters</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Coconut Shrimp with a Spicy Tomato Relish</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Shrimp Blaze with a Warm Tomato Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Crab Turnover with Black Bean and Papaya Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Crab Cakes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Fried Calamari</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Mini Beef Patties</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Mini Red Stripe Beer Battered Snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Choose Three Items from the Above List</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>*Pricing based on 6 pieces per person (i.e. two pieces of each item)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_22tzz9kxfq_b" name="graphics2" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p style="text-decoration: none;" align="center"> <span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE CARIBBEAN BUFFET (a)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Salad Bar</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Citrus and Pineapple Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Papaya and Avocado Salad (when in season)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Shrimp and Orange Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Cucumber and Tomato Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>St. Elizabeth Garden Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Papaya Goat Cheese and Walnut Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Main Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Brown stewed chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican Style Jerk Chicken / spicy scotch bonnet sauce</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Coconut Chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Char Grilled snapper filets</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pan Fried Snapper fillets</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Blackened Snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Brown stewed snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Traditional Jamaican Pepper steak</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried Goat</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Braised Ox Tail</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Side Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pineapple Rice</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Callaloo au Gratin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Steam Callaloo and Cabbage</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Garlic garden vegetables</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Rockhouse Fried Potatoes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Sautéed Mushrooms</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Dessert</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Large Selection of Plattered Fruits</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>With Assorted Ice Cream</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican style rice and peas</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls with Butter</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>And Coffee Service Included</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Choose a Selection of Two Salads, Four Mains and </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Three Side Dishes from the Above List</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Minimum 24 people</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_22tzz9kxfq_b" name="graphics3" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p style="text-decoration: none;" align="center"> </p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p style="text-decoration: none;" align="center"> <span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE CARIBBEAN BUFFET (b)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Salad Bar</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Citrus and Pineapple Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Papaya and Avocado Salad (when in season)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Shrimp and Orange Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Cucumber and Tomato Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>St. Elizabeth Garden Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Papaya Goat Cheese and Walnut Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Main Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Same list as Rockhouse Caribbean Buffer (a) plus the following selection:</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Grilled Tenderloin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Char-grilled Fresh Lobster</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried Shrimp In Papaya Boat</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Blackened Mahi-Mahi</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Side Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pineapple Rice</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Callaloo au Gratin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Steam Callaloo and Cabbage</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Garlic garden vegetables</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Rockhouse Fried Potatoes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Sautéed Mushrooms</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Dessert</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Large Selection of Plattered Fruits</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>With Assorted Ice Cream</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican style rice and peas</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls with Butter</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>And Coffee Service Included</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Choose a Selection of Two Salads, Four Mains and </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Three Side Dishes from the Above List</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Minimum 24 people</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"> </p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color:#008080;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax </span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_22tzz9kxfq_b" name="graphics4" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE FAMILY STYLE DINNER (a)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Appetizer</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Tomato Bruschetta</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Lobster Blaze with a Warm Tomato Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Coconut Shrimp with a Spicy Tomato Relish</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Crab Turnover with Black Bean and Papaya Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Conch Fritters</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Calamari</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Main Course</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Brown stewed chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican Style Jerk Chicken / spicy scotch bonnet sauce</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Coconut Chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Char Grilled snapper filets</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pan Fried Snapper fillets</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Blackened Snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Brown stewed snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Traditional Jamaican Pepper steak</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried Goat</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Braised Ox Tail</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Side Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pineapple Rice</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Callaloo au Gratin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Steam Callaloo and Cabbage</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Garlic garden vegetables</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Rockhouse Fried Potatoes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Sautéed Mushrooms</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Dessert</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Large Selection of Plattered Fruits</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>With Assorted Ice Cream</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican style rice and peas</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls with Butter</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>And Coffee Service Included</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>From the Above List Choose a Selection of Two Appetizers, Two Mains</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"> <span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>and Two Side Dishes to be Served with the Main, </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Minimum 16 people</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>The Meal is Served On Family Style, Shared Platters To The Table </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_22tzz9kxfq_b" name="graphics5" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p style="text-decoration: none;" align="center"> <span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE FAMILY STYLE DINNER (b)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Appetizer</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Tomato Bruschetta</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Coconut Shrimp with a Spicy Tomato Relish</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Lobster Blaze with a Warm Tomato Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Crab Turnover with Black Bean and Papaya Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Conch Fritters</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Calamari</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Main Course</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Choose from the list for Family Style Dinner (a) plus the following selection:</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Grilled Tenderloin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Char-grilled Fresh Lobster</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried Shrimp In Papaya Boat</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Blackened Mahi-Mahi</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Side Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pineapple Rice</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Callaloo au Gratin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Steam Callaloo and Cabbage</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Garlic garden vegetables</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Rockhouse Fried Potatoes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Sautéed Mushrooms</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Dessert</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Large Selection of Plattered Fruits</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>With Assorted Ice Cream</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican style rice and peas</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls with Butter</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>And Coffee Service Included</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>From the Above List Choose a Selection of Two Appetizers, Two Mains</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"> <span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>and Two Side Dishes to be Served with the Main, </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Minimum 16 people</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>The Meal is Served On Family Style, Shared Platters To The Table </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-5116441598058822622009-08-02T11:25:00.001-07:002009-08-02T11:25:50.266-07:00rockhouse menu 2008<p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_24fztwv3cg_b" name="graphics1" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p class="western" align="justify"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="justify"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE HORS DOUVRES</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Rosemary Chicken Skewers</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Pineapple and Chicken Kebobs</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Tomato Bruschetta</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Mushroom Bruschetta</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Bacon Wrapped Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Conch Fritters</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Coconut Shrimp with a Spicy Tomato Relish</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Shrimp Blaze with a Warm Tomato Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Crab Turnover with Black Bean and Papaya Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Crab Cakes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Fried Calamari</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Mini Beef Patties</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Mini Red Stripe Beer Battered Snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Choose Three Items from the Above List</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>$18.00 per person*</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>*Pricing based on 6 pieces per person (i.e. two pieces of each item)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_24fztwv3cg_b" name="graphics2" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p style="text-decoration: none;" align="center"> <span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE CARIBBEAN BUFFET (a)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Salad Bar</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Citrus and Pineapple Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Papaya and Avocado Salad (when in season)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Shrimp and Orange Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Cucumber and Tomato Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>St. Elizabeth Garden Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Papaya Goat Cheese and Walnut Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Main Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Brown stewed chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican Style Jerk Chicken / spicy scotch bonnet sauce</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Coconut Chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Char Grilled snapper filets</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pan Fried Snapper fillets</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Blackened Snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Brown stewed snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Traditional Jamaican Pepper steak</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried Goat</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Braised Ox Tail</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Side Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pineapple Rice</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Callaloo au Gratin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Steam Callaloo and Cabbage</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Garlic garden vegetables</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Rockhouse Fried Potatoes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Sautéed Mushrooms</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Dessert</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Large Selection of Plattered Fruits</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>With Assorted Ice Cream</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican style rice and peas</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls with Butter</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>And Coffee Service Included</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Choose a Selection of Two Salads, Four Mains and </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Three Side Dishes from the Above List</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>$60.00 per person</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Minimum 24 people</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_24fztwv3cg_b" name="graphics3" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p style="text-decoration: none;" align="center"> </p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p style="text-decoration: none;" align="center"> <span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE CARIBBEAN BUFFET (b)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Salad Bar</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Citrus and Pineapple Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Papaya and Avocado Salad (when in season)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Shrimp and Orange Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Cucumber and Tomato Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>St. Elizabeth Garden Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Papaya Goat Cheese and Walnut Salad</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Main Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Same list as Rockhouse Caribbean Buffer (a) plus the following selection:</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Grilled Tenderloin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Char-grilled Fresh Lobster</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried Shrimp In Papaya Boat</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Blackened Mahi-Mahi</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Side Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pineapple Rice</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Callaloo au Gratin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Steam Callaloo and Cabbage</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Garlic garden vegetables</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Rockhouse Fried Potatoes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Sautéed Mushrooms</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Dessert</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Large Selection of Plattered Fruits</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>With Assorted Ice Cream</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican style rice and peas</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls with Butter</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>And Coffee Service Included</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Choose a Selection of Two Salads, Four Mains and </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Three Side Dishes from the Above List</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>$80.00 per person</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Minimum 24 people</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"> </p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color:#008080;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax </span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_24fztwv3cg_b" name="graphics4" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE FAMILY STYLE DINNER (a)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Appetizer</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Tomato Bruschetta</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Lobster Blaze with a Warm Tomato Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Coconut Shrimp with a Spicy Tomato Relish</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Crab Turnover with Black Bean and Papaya Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Conch Fritters</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Calamari</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Main Course</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Brown stewed chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican Style Jerk Chicken / spicy scotch bonnet sauce</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Coconut Chicken</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Char Grilled snapper filets</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pan Fried Snapper fillets</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Blackened Snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Brown stewed snapper</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Traditional Jamaican Pepper steak</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried Goat</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Braised Ox Tail</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Side Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pineapple Rice</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Callaloo au Gratin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Steam Callaloo and Cabbage</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Garlic garden vegetables</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Rockhouse Fried Potatoes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Sautéed Mushrooms</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Dessert</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Large Selection of Plattered Fruits</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>With Assorted Ice Cream</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican style rice and peas</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls with Butter</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>And Coffee Service Included</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>From the Above List Choose a Selection of Two Appetizers, Two Mains</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"> <span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>and Two Side Dishes to be Served with the Main, </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>$60.00 per person, Minimum 16 people</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>The Meal is Served On Family Style, Shared Platters To The Table </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><img src="http://docs.google.com/File?id=dt8zc4d_24fztwv3cg_b" name="graphics5" align="bottom" border="0" height="35" width="300" /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p style="text-decoration: none;" align="center"> <span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><i>ROCKHOUSE FAMILY STYLE DINNER (b)</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Appetizer</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Tomato Bruschetta</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Coconut Shrimp with a Spicy Tomato Relish</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Lobster Blaze with a Warm Tomato Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Crab Turnover with Black Bean and Papaya Salsa</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Conch Fritters</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Calamari</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Main Course</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Choose from the list for Family Style Dinner (a) plus the following selection:</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Grilled Tenderloin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Char-grilled Fresh Lobster</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Curried Shrimp In Papaya Boat</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Blackened Mahi-Mahi</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Side Dish</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Pineapple Rice</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Callaloo au Gratin</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Steam Callaloo and Cabbage</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Garlic garden vegetables</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Fried Plantain</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Rockhouse Fried Potatoes</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Sautéed Mushrooms</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i><b>Dessert</b></i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Large Selection of Plattered Fruits</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>With Assorted Ice Cream</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Jamaican style rice and peas</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls with Butter</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>And Coffee Service Included</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>From the Above List Choose a Selection of Two Appetizers, Two Mains</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"> <span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>and Two Side Dishes to be Served with the Main, </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>$80.00 per person </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>Minimum 16 people</i></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>The Meal is Served On Family Style, Shared Platters To The Table </i></span></span></span> </p> <p class="western" align="center"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western"><br /></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">All prices are quoted in US dollars and are subjected to change due to market fluctuation.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western" align="center"><span style="color:#008080;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Subject to 10% Service Charge and 8.25% General Consumption Tax</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="western"><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-69208294819152975902009-08-02T11:23:00.000-07:002009-08-02T11:24:01.428-07:00Tent Wed 2<div class="titleblock"> <h3 class="btitle" id="post-14904"><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/">The Wedding Budget: Tents</a></h3> <h4 class="bdateline">July 6th, 2009 @ 8:34 am by <a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/author/kateparker">Kate Parker @ Kate Parker Weddings</a></h4> </div> <div class="bcontent"> <p>If you’re having a tented wedding, be prepared for additional costs and additional vendors. A tented wedding costs more money since you have to bring <i>everything </i>on site, and there’s no way to really get around that. Here’s a list of items you need to consider when working with a tented event that you wouldn’t need to deal with if you had your wedding at an existing venue. You don’t need all of these items but it gives you a pretty complete list to work off:</p> <ul><li>Reception Tent</li><li>Tent Flooring</li><li>Cocktail Tent- rain plan option</li><li>Catering Tent</li><li>Lighting</li><li>Generator</li><li>Tables</li><li>Chairs</li><li>China</li><li>Glassware</li><li>Flatware</li><li>Linens</li><li>Napkins</li><li>Barware</li><li>Catering Equipment</li><li>Bathrooms</li></ul> <p>If you want to learn more about tents, check out one of our past blog posts here: <a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/05/14/what-you-need-to-know-about-a-tented-reception/" target="_blank">What you need to know about tented weddings</a>.</p> <p><b>Reception Tent</b>: So this is pretty obvious. The size of your tent depends on the number of guests you’re having. If you are planning on an outdoor ceremony and/or cocktail hour, make sure you consider getting the next size up for your main tent as a rain plan. Better yet, consider a cocktail tent if your budget and space allows. In addition to your tent, you need to consider tent sides- clear, mesh, white, windows, a dance floor if you’re not having a complete tent floor, and maybe even a stage for your reception entertainment. Depending on the size and style of your tent, this will vary from $500-$10,000.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/reception-tent2.jpg" alt="reception tent" align="middle" border="0" height="308" hspace="0" width="450" /></p> <p><b>Tent Flooring</b>: If you have the budget, I highly suggest tent flooring. This ensures your guests will stay dry if it rains. They won’t have to take their shoes off to prevent their heels from sinking into the grass, and overall a floor brings a new level of sophistication to your outdoor wedding. You might also need flooring if the ground isn’t level. There are flooring options that can be assembled directly on the ground or they can be built up to ten feet above the ground to compensate for hills and valleys (Strata flooring). If you have flooring you don’t need to rent a dance floor and you don’t need a stage for your band either. Your catering tent will not need flooring as long as it is on flat ground. Tent flooring starts at $1.50 a square foot for a direct ground installation and $4.00-$5.00 a square foot for a Strata floor.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tent-flooring2.jpg" alt="tent flooring" align="middle" border="0" height="140" hspace="0" width="233" /></p> <p><b>Cocktail Tent</b>: Rain plan option: If you are having an outdoor cocktail hour it would be a great idea to consider a cocktail tent. If it’s really hot out it will help your guests and any stationary hors d’oeuvres. If it’s cold out you can heat the space. If you are planning on an outdoor ceremony, using your cocktail tent as a rain back up plan is also a great idea. Most cocktail tents will come in under $1000 depending on the size and if flooring is required.</p> <p><b>Catering Tent</b>: If there isn’t a kitchen or garage that’s available for your caterer, you will need a catering tent. Usually a 20×30 is plenty big, and if you have a fairly small guest list you can get away with an even smaller tent. Simple flood lights are all a caterer usually requests in terms of lighting, and they’ll also need tables -without linens- to work on. Most catering tents will come in under $1000.</p> <p><b>Lighting</b>: You can spend a lot or a little on your tent lighting. Working with your tent company, they can provide you plenty of light for practical use -perimeter string lights, pole lighting, and sometimes paper lanterns and general uplighting is available. If you wanted to go over the top with lighting, consider a professional lighting company who can come up with some pretty incredible designs - washes on your tent ceiling, GoBo patterns on your dance floor and ceiling, uplighting on the sides of the tent walls, pin spotting on the dining tables, and the list goes on and on. Be prepared for a hefty bill for lighting depending on how complicated the design is -anywhere from $500 for perimeter string lighting and pole lanterns to $50,000 for a custom computer controlled light show that shifts throughout the evening at the touch of a button.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tent-lighting2.jpg" alt="tent lighting" align="middle" border="0" height="333" hspace="0" width="500" /></p> <p><b>Generator</b>: If it’s necessary, a generator is a great expense because it guarantees you will not blow any fuses during your event. There’s nothing worse then your caterer blowing a fuse when using the coffee makers at the end of the night. I would ask your caterer, band, and lighting specialists what they require for power before investing in a generator. Depending on the size of the generator, plan on spending $500-$3500.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tent-equipment2.jpg" alt="tent equipment" align="middle" border="0" height="291" hspace="0" width="415" /></p> <p><b>Event Design Rentals</b>: There are a number of items that will need to be rented for a tented wedding, and they make up about 7%-10% of your total budget. Here are the items that make up these rentals:</p> <p><b>Tables</b>: This is the not so fun part about a tented wedding since most of these items are provided by a reception venue. You need tables for dinner, bars, favors, gifts, place cards, cake, catering tables, cocktail tables, stationary hors d’oeuvres tables, etc.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/table2.jpg" alt="table" align="middle" border="0" height="90" hspace="0" width="124" /></p> <p><b>Chairs</b>: There are many options that cover all price points here. From the least expensive Samsonite white folding metal chair, white or natural folding padded garden chair, Chivari ballroom chairs (in almost any color), and then there are specialty chairs such as benches, ghost chairs, crystal flex chairs, etc. The range of pricing is from around $2.00 a chair to upwards of $50.00 a chair.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/garden-chair2.jpg" alt="garden chair" align="middle" border="0" height="369" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/ballroom-chair2.jpg" alt="ballroom chair" align="middle" border="0" height="369" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p><b>China</b>: Lots of options here as well. You will need china for your main dinner which will include: dinner plate, salad/dessert plate, bread and butter plate. If you have stationary hors d’oeuvres they might require a small bread and butter plate as well, so check with your caterer. Simple white bistro china will cost under $1.00 a piece to rent upwards of specialty gold rimmed china with a heavy filigree pattern at $3.50 a piece. Most rental companies include coffee cups and saucers with their china patterns so don’t forget to order those as well. If you want to save money you can consider using the fancy plate for your dinner plate and then use a simpler less expensive pattern for your accessory china.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/china2.jpg" alt="china" align="middle" border="0" height="369" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tiffany-china2.jpg" alt="tiffany china" align="middle" border="0" height="369" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p><b>Glassware</b>: Same as china, there are plenty of price and design options here. Simplest would be the standard clear glassware that would be appropriate for your table and barware. Then you can upgrade to a thinner glass and get into shapes and colors to add to your table decor. You will need a water glass and wine glass for your dinner tables, plus a champagne glass if you want to toast during your meal. Pricing will range from $0.45- $4.00 a glass.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/plum-glassware2.jpg" alt="plum glassware" align="middle" border="0" height="369" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/standard-glassware2.jpg" alt="standard glassware" align="middle" border="0" height="369" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p><b>Flatware</b>: Although there are not as many patterns for flatware, there are plenty to choose from ranging from stainless steel to sterling silver and even gold plate. You will need a salad fork, dinner fork, dinner knife for sure. An additional salad fork for dessert along with teaspoons for coffee service and a soup spoon if you have a soup course will complete the list. Most patterns stay around the same price range, usually between $0.50-$2.00 a piece.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/flatware2.jpg" alt="flatware" align="middle" border="0" height="369" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/spring-flatware2.jpg" alt="spring flatware" align="middle" border="0" height="369" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p><b>Linens</b>: There are unlimited design options here, ranging from cotton to dupioni silk and then some. You will need linens to cover all of your rental tables other than your catering tables which will help save a bit of money. I <i>highly </i>suggest linens to the floor in order to create a more cohesive and complete look for your wedding. There’s nothing worse than seeing the legs of a rental table. A 120″ round table linen will range from $18.00-upwards of $500 depending on how ornate your design becomes. Most pre-made linens will range from $18.00-$75.00 a cloth. Here’s a quick run down of what size linen fits what size table:</p> <p>60″ round table = 120″ round linen- standard dining table seating 8 comfortably and no more than 10 guests- which will be tight<br />72″ round table = 132″ round linen- oversized dining table seating 10 comfortable and no more than 12 guests- which will be tight<br />36″ round table = 96″ round linen- perfect for your cake table and low-top cocktail tables<br />48″ round table = 108″ round linen- for a small stationary hors d’oeuvres table, or a small place card table<br />6’ banquet table = 90″ x 132″ rectangular linen- for buffet service, place cards, gifts, favors, dining tables, bars, desserts and coffee<br />8’ banquet table = 90″ x 156″ rectangular linen- for buffet service, place cards, gifts, favors, dining tables, bars, desserts and coffee<br />30″ round x 42″ tall hi-top table = 120″ round linen- this will not fit perfectly, you really need a 114″ round but most rental companies do not make that linen size. Perfect cocktail tables.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/ivory2.jpg" alt="ivory" align="middle" border="0" height="430" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/burgundy2.jpg" alt="burgundy" align="middle" border="0" height="430" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p><b>Napkins</b>: Don’t forget to order your napkins, either in simple cotton, linen hemstitch, or a custom colored napkin. Order extra for bread baskets and in case your guests drop theirs on the ground. Your caterer will give you the number of extra napkins they need as well. Pricing ranges from $0.75-$5.00 a napkin, usually capping off at $2.00 a piece for linen hemstitch.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/napkin2.jpg" alt="napkin" align="middle" border="0" height="400" hspace="0" width="400" /></p> <p><b>Barware</b>: You will need a lot of glassware for your bars and don’t spend your money on expensive fancy glassware here. Go with the standard, “Libby” rental glassware that will take care of business without breaking your budget. Ask your caterer for quantities. You can always splurge on a signature drink glass if you want to. <img alt=":-)" border="0" /> Standard glassware usually costs around $0.40-$.050 a glass.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/glassware2.jpg" alt="glassware" align="middle" border="0" height="369" hspace="0" width="336" /></p> <p><b>Catering Equipment</b>: If your caterer does not own all of their cooking equipment you will have to rent these items, ranging from propane gas grills, heating cabinets, refrigerators, convection ovens, etc. This equipment will range in price from $20-$300 so be prepared for a heft addition to your catering bill if they ask you to rent their equipment.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/fridge2.jpg" alt="fridge" align="middle" border="0" height="375" hspace="0" width="500" /></p> <p><b>Bathrooms</b>: If there isn’t a bathroom on the property, or if you don’t want to burden the septic system, consider renting bathrooms. The most inexpensive way to rent bathrooms would be to rent port-a-potties which will cost under $500 a piece. If you want to upgrade, look into restroom trailers which range in price from under $1,000-$5,000 depending on how fancy the inside is and how many stalls each trailer has. If you can, I would suggest also hiring an attendant to help keep the bathrooms running smooth and staying clean throughout your event. They cost around $250 for the evening, and you should also get them a vendor meal to be nice. <img alt=":grin:" border="0" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/bathrooms2.jpg" alt="bathrooms" align="middle" border="0" height="174" hspace="0" width="500" /></p> <p><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/06/04/the-wedding-budget-series/" target="_self">Part 1: Venue/Caterer</a><br /><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/06/09/the-wedding-budget-photography/" target="_self">Part 2: Photography</a><br /><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/06/17/the-wedding-budget-floral-and-event-design/" target="_blank">Part 3: Floral and Event Design</a></p> <ul class="pagenav singletoppagenav"><li class="pagenavnext pagenav"> <br /></li><li class="pagenavprev pagenav"> <br /></li></ul> </div> Tags: <a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/tag/budget/" rel="tag">budget</a>, <a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/tag/planning/" rel="tag">planning</a> | <a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/"><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/permalink.gif" alt="Link for this post" border="0" /></a> | Share this post: <a href="http://www.stumbleupon.com/submit?url=http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/&title=The%20Wedding%20Budget:%20Tents" title="Share this post on StumbleUpon"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/stumbleupon.gif" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/&t=The+Wedding+Budget:+Tents" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/facebook.gif" style="border: medium none ;" alt="Share this post on Facebook" title="Share on Facebook" /></a> <a href="http://digg.com/submit?phase=2&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.weddingbeepro.com%2F2009%2F07%2F06%2Fthe-wedding-budget-tents%2F" title="Digg this post"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/digg.gif" /></a> <a href="http://www.kirtsy.com/submit.php?url=http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/" title="Add to Kirtsy"><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/kirtsy.gif" style="border: 0pt none ;" alt="Add to Kirtsy" /></a> <br /> <div class="morebox"><div id="x4ig" class="morebuttonset"><a class="loopbutton" href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/red-white-blue-wedding-invitations" title="Newer blog post"><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/left-loop-button-on.gif" alt="Newer blog post" /></a><div class="looptext">more in Blog</div><a class="loopbutton" href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/03/wildflower-wedding" title="Older blog post"><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/right-loop-button-on.gif" alt="Older blog post" /></a></div><div id="jnvk" class="morebuttonset"><img class="loopbutton" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/left-loop-button-off.gif" alt="No newer blog posts" /><div class="looptext">more by Kate Parker @ Kate Parker Weddings (<a class="oldest" href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/04/29/introducing-kate-parker">oldest</a>)</div><a class="loopbutton" href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/02/how-to-make-an-out-of-town-welcome-basket" title="Older blog post by Kate Parker @ Kate Parker Weddings"><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/right-loop-button-on.gif" alt="Older blog post by Kate Parker @ Kate Parker Weddings" /></a></div></div> <div id="comments" style="border: 1px dashed rgb(119, 167, 178); margin: 0px 25px 10px; text-align: center;"> </div> <div><ul class="related_post"><li><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/06/17/the-wedding-budget-floral-and-event-design/" title="The Wedding Budget: Floral and Event Design">The Wedding Budget: Floral and Event Design</a></li><li><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/06/17/the-no-children-wedding-tips-for-enforcing-the-no-kids-allowed-rule-for-a-small-wedding/" title="The “No Children Wedding”: Tips for Enforcing the No Kids Allowed Rule for a Small Wedding">The “No Children Wedding”: Tips for Enforcing the No Kids Allowed Rule for a Small Wedding</a></li><li><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/06/09/the-wedding-budget-photography/" title="The Wedding Budget: Photography">The Wedding Budget: Photography</a></li><li><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/06/08/real-weddings-leah-and-scott%e2%80%99s-5000-wedding-including-the-honeymoon/" title="Real Weddings: Leah and Scott’s $5,000 Wedding (Including the Honeymoon!)">Real Weddings: Leah and Scott’s $5,000 Wedding (Including the Honeymoon!)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/06/04/the-wedding-budget-series/" title="The Wedding Budget Series">The Wedding Budget Series</a></li></ul></div> <h3>5 Responses to “The Wedding Budget: Tents”</h3> <div class="commentcontainer" id="comment-14264"> <div class="commentnumber">1.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv beecommentpicdiv"><img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/gloss.jpg?1243390232" alt="Miss Gloss" /><div class="role beerole">Bee</div></div> <div class="commenttext busy-bee"><i><a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/author/gloss" rel="external nofollow">Miss Gloss</a></i> (<a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/message.php?user=30368">message</a>)<span class="numpostsandtitle"> 689 posts, Busy bee</span> <p>Great post! Wish I had seen it BEFORE I decided to have a tented wedding <img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" class="wp-smiley" /></p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a class="timestamp" href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#comment-14264" title="">7/6/09 @ 9:59 am</a> (<a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#commentform" title="Click here to reply to this comment" alt="Click here to reply to this comment">reply</a>) </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer alternaterow" id="comment-14266"> <div class="commentnumber">2.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv beecommentpicdiv"><img class="commentpic" src="http://www.weddingbee.com/bees/bruschetta.jpg" alt="Bee Icon" /><div class="role beerole">Bee</div></div> <div class="commenttext honey-bee"><i><a href="http://www.weddingbee.com/author/bruschetta" rel="external nofollow">Miss Bruschetta</a></i> (<a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/message.php?user=29516">message</a>)<span class="numpostsandtitle"> 3,203 posts, Honey bee</span> <p>I love the idea of a signature drink glass — that plum glassware is amazingly gorgeous!</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a class="timestamp" href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#comment-14266" title="">7/6/09 @ 10:06 am</a> (<a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#commentform" title="Click here to reply to this comment" alt="Click here to reply to this comment">reply</a>) </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer" id="comment-14277"> <div class="commentnumber">3.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"><img class="commentpic" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/guest-icon.gif" alt="Guest Icon" /><div class="role">Guest</div></div> <div class="commenttext"><i><a href="http://www.jamaican-weddings.com/mainwebsite_html/Weddings_in_Jamaica.htm" rel="external nofollow">Weddings in Jamaica</a></i> <p>The tent wedding is the only way to go in my opinion. That’s a beautiful tent wedding picture actually. The peace of mind that comes with renting a tent is worth the extra money.</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a class="timestamp" href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#comment-14277" title="">7/6/09 @ 12:38 pm</a> (<a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#commentform" title="Click here to reply to this comment" alt="Click here to reply to this comment">reply</a>) </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentcontainer alternaterow" id="comment-14295"> <div class="commentnumber">4.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"><img class="commentpic" src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/images/guest-icon.gif" alt="Guest Icon" /><div class="role">Guest</div></div> <div class="commenttext"><i><a href="http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/author/mo/" rel="external nofollow">Mo</a></i> <p>Great post! We are having a tented wedding at a vineyard, and there are lots of little things we have to add on to our budget that I never anticipated (like labor to put on string lights and lanterns!)</p> <p>The photo with the star lanterns is lovely.</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a class="timestamp" href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#comment-14295" title="">7/6/09 @ 2:32 pm</a> (<a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#commentform" title="Click here to reply to this comment" alt="Click here to reply to this comment">reply</a>) </div> </div> <div class="clear"> </div> </div> <div class="commentnumber">5.</div> <div class="commentpicdiv"><img class="commentpic" src="http://boards.weddingbee.com/avatars/bree72.jpg?1246557172" alt="bree72" /><div class="role memberrole">Member</div></div> <div class="commenttext helper-bee"><i>bree72</i> (<a href="http://boards.weddingbee.com/message.php?user=15957">message</a>)<span class="numpostsandtitle"> 284 posts, Helper bee</span> <p>I assumed our tent wedding might be more than a wedding at a venue, but I didn’t realize just how much! I think if I had a do-over I might have opted out of a tent wedding but the place was just too special to us to have it anywhere else! And on another note: the “spring flatware” was my silverware for my nautical wedding!</p> <div class="commentmetadata"><a class="timestamp" href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#comment-14300" title="">7/6/09 @ 3:20 pm</a> (<a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/07/06/the-wedding-budget-tents/#commentform" title="Click here to reply to this comment" alt="Click here to reply to this comment">reply</a>) </div> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-53456006275193280282009-08-02T11:22:00.001-07:002009-08-02T11:22:47.013-07:00tent info<div class="titleblock"> <h3 class="btitle" id="post-11767"><a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/2009/05/14/what-you-need-to-know-about-a-tented-reception/">What You Need to Know About a Tented Reception</a></h3> <h4 class="bdateline">May 14th, 2009 @ 8:31 am by <a href="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/author/kateparker">Kate Parker @ Kate Parker Weddings</a></h4> </div> <p>Every once in a while I get a request from a bride about an outdoor wedding, and she says she doesn’t like or want a tent. My first response is usually “are you from the West Coast?” as many weddings happen successfully without tents in California, where the weather is much more predictable. This got me thinking about tents in general, so I thought I would share some of our favorite tent photos as well as some insight into tents.</p> <p>In no particular order…</p> <p>1. If you’re having an outdoor wedding, you <i>always</i> need a tent, no matter what time of year you’re getting married.</p> <p>2. You should plan on getting the next size up in your tent if you are planning for an outside ceremony or cocktail hour. If it starts to rain, you can always have the ceremony in one section of the tent and wall off the reception area with some fabric. This is a very cost effective way to ensure a rain plan.</p> <p>3. If you can afford it, floor your tent. There’s nothing worse than a guest ruining their shoes in the grass, or dealing with uneven surfaces to place your tables. Not only will your guests appreciate sitting or standing on an even surface, but your florist will love you even more because they’ll be placing centerpieces on level tables. There’s nothing quite like a tall centerpiece leaning to one side filled with water and flowers….yikes.</p> <p>4. A tent is a completely blank canvas, so you can add design elements as you please, without worrying about the space dictating your color scheme. There are lots of design elements that will add to a tent, such as:</p> <ul><li> uplighting and washing the ceiling with LEDs</li><li>addition of a fabric liner or chiffon panels to soften the ceiling and make the space more intimate</li><li>chiffon side tent panels to soften the perimeter of the tent</li><li>addition of lights to the poles in a number of different ways</li></ul> <p>Photos by KPW<br /><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/img-056011.jpg" alt="[IMG_0560.JPG]" align="top" border="0" height="450" hspace="0" width="600" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent2.jpg" alt="tent2" align="top" border="0" height="800" hspace="0" width="600" /></p> <p>5. Tents can be used in the middle of the winter with a floor and proper heating. The tent becomes a semi-permanent building of sorts, with temperature controls and clear sides for viewing while still giving the drama of tall ceilings and unlimited design potential.</p> <p>There are a number of different types of tents, from the materials they are made of to the way they are installed. Here’s a quick review of your options:</p> <p>A. Pole Tents (Century): A tension type tent containing center poles, perimeter poles, and guy ropes. Anchoring/staking is critical to insure proper installation, because a 7 foot area on all four sides is needed to anchor/stake the tent. This is the classic wedding tent, with the peaked look from the outside and inside. These tents are made of vinyl and have metal side and center poles. The center poles are usually 20’ apart and most are 40’ wide. They come in 40’ x 60’ to 300’ and can also come 60’ wide. The sides are usually all white, all mesh, or windows. Almost any party rental company will carry pole tents. Photos by <a href="http://www.clarisphotography.com/">Claris Photography, Liesl Clark</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent3.jpg" alt="tent3" align="top" border="0" height="400" hspace="0" width="600" /></p> <p>B. Frame Tents: A professionally installed tent consisting of a vinyl top stretched over a metal frame and containing no center poles, only perimeter support poles. This tent has a center ceiling spine with two sloped peaks meeting in the middle as opposed to the multiple peaks of a pole tent. These tents come in 20’ to 60’ by 20 to 300’ widths as well. Frame tents are also made of vinyl and have metal side poles. The sides are usually all white, all mesh, or windows. Almost any party rental company will carry frame tents. You can even get a clear top to a frame tent like this image here. Photo by <a href="http://www.davidmurrayweddings.com/">David Murray Weddings, John Santerre</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent4.jpg" alt="tent4" align="top" border="0" height="400" hspace="0" width="600" /></p> <p>C. Clear Span Structure Tent: A tent with an aluminum frame support structure that eliminates the need for center pole support. These tents are massive and look similar to an airplane hangar -in all white of course. They are covered in white vinyl and have a sloped peak effect inside. Losberger Tents are the most common of the structure tents, and these are often special ordered from your party rental company. Photos from <a href="http://www.partyprorents.com/">PartyProRents.com</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent5.jpg" alt="tent5" align="top" border="0" height="338" hspace="0" width="450" /></p> <p>D. Sperry Tent: A very different type of tent in terms of materials, a Sperry tent has the overall appearance of a pole tent. Instead of vinyl, a Sperry tent is made of sailcloth material. And yes it’s waterproof if it is a <i>true </i>Sperry tent. These tents are rated for up to 70 mph winds, and if the weather was supposed to produce such gusts, you would be rescheduling your wedding for sure. There are tents made of sailcloth on the market today that are <i>not </i>Sperry tents rated for severe weather. These are called fair weather tents and are rated for around 20-25 mph gusts which happen almost every day on the ocean, so be very wary of this type of sailcloth tent. Fair weather tents are not waterproof either. Sailcloth tents are used often on the West Coast which is why a fair weather tent exists. They don’t deal with the extreme weather patterns like on the East Coast.</p> <p>The other wonderful element of a Sperry tent is that their center and side poles are made of old boat masts, so they’re a completely natural organic tent product. Sperry tents are rounded on the edges, creating a softer inner feeling to the tent. Because they are made of sailcloth, the tent is able to breath and take in sunlight throughout the day and reflect any inner lighting in the evening. They also have smaller completely round tents that can be used for cocktail hour or for your catering tents. Sperry tents have to be rented from a Sperry tent dealer. You can find their locations on their website, <a href="http://www.sperrytents.com/">Sperry Tents</a>. At KPW, we get to work with Sperry Tents Seacoast and we highly recommend their services. Check out their website at <a href="http://www.sperrytentsseacoast.com/">Sperry Tents Seacoast</a>. Photography by <a href="http://www.grazierphotography.com/">Grazier Photography, Matt and Enna Grazier</a>.</p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent6.jpg" alt="tent6" align="top" border="0" height="400" hspace="0" width="600" /></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent7.jpg" alt="tent7" align="top" border="0" height="864" hspace="0" width="577" /></p> <p>More Sperry tents, photography by <a href="http://www.staceykane.com/">Stacey Kane Photography</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent8.jpg" alt="tent8" align="top" border="0" height="500" hspace="0" width="332" /></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent9.jpg" alt="tent9" align="top" border="0" height="332" hspace="0" width="500" /></p> <p>Even More Sperry tents (can you tell we’re a bit biased? <img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif" alt=";)" border="0" />) Photography by <a href="http://www.mikosphotographers.com/" target="_blank">Mikos Photography, Kristen Conklin</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent10.jpg" alt="tent10" align="top" border="0" height="400" hspace="0" width="600" /></p> <p><img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tent11.jpg" alt="tent11" align="top" border="0" height="400" hspace="0" width="600" /></p> <p>I hope this helps give some insight to the options you have when planning an outdoor wedding. Don’t be afraid of tents, embrace them! We love designing tented weddings, they’re our favorite kind! <img src="http://www.weddingbeepro.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif" alt=":grin:" border="0" /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-42405807802125603342009-08-02T11:21:00.003-07:002009-08-02T11:21:48.326-07:0015,000 budget<table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><br /></td> <td><br /></td> <td><div class="ibSponsoredby"><img src="http://images.theknot.com/emails/spacer.gif" height="15" width="165" /></div></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <div class="tabcontent"> <div class="icons"> <p>view advice</p> <a id="MyBudget1_hlFaq" href="http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-tools-help-center/wedding-budgeter-help.aspx"><img src="http://weddings.theknot.com/images/global/buttons/btn_help_off.gif" alt="Help" border="0" /></a> <a id="MyBudget1_hlPrint" href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/PrintPreview.aspx"><img src="http://weddings.theknot.com/images/global//buttons/btn_print_off.gif" alt="Print" border="0" /></a> </div> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_158_527.shtml" target="_new">Reception</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Reception Venue & Rentals <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>This total should include the costs of renting your reception venue. Confirm that the price includes any other amenities you'll need in your space. If it doesn't, you may need to rent them separately. Things you might need to rent include: tents, tables, chairs, china, silverware, portable toilets, and portable heaters.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_158_527.shtml">find a reception location,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a rental vendor</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $1,200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Food & Service <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>This total should include all of your food costs (except for your cake). Make sure this price includes hors d'oeuvres for your cocktail hour, appetizers, entrees, any additional desserts, special menu requests, and all service costs. Confirm that tax and gratuity are included -- if they aren't, plan on adding those costs to your total.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213440">questions for your caterer,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213445&keywordID=158&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a caterer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $4,500.00 <br /> (100 x $45.00) </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Beverages & Bartenders <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your bar costs -- from your signature drinks to your cocktail hour costs to the bar costs during the reception. Make sure this price includes bartender labor fees and any related set-up fees. Check to see if the price includes gratuity -- if it doesn't, add in that cost.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91121161857&keywordID=158&keywordType=2&parentID=527">bar glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91025162127&keywordID=158&keywordType=2&parentID=527">creative cocktails,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bartender</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $1,200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Cake(s) & Cutting Fee <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl3_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your cake costs, noting whether you're being charged per slice or per cake. Confirm that this price includes delivery and set up. Include any cake-cutting fees that your reception site may charge. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=18">100+ cake ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91121130449&keywordID=145&keywordType=2&parentID=527">cake glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_145_527.shtml">find a cake baker</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $375.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $7,275.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/ch_529.shtml" target="_new">Attire</a> + <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/ch_526.shtml" target="_new">Beauty</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> The Gown & Alterations <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of your gown, plus any alteration, cleaning, and shipping costs.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_main.shtml">start your search,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914202954&keywordID=134&keywordType=2&parentID=529">questions to ask,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00308154518&keywordType=2&keywordID=134&parentID=529">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $900.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Headpiece & Veil <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your veil and any veil alteration and cleaning costs. Other headpiece accessories you may need include: headpieces, hairpins, hairsticks, or tiaras. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606142722&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">veil glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606134607&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">headpiece glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bride's Accessories <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of the bride's accessories: necklaces, earrings, bracelets, shoes, gloves, hose, undergarments, purses, and anything else needed on the day of the wedding. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI00110115136&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">accessories checklist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00330120919&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">hosiery glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Hair & Makeup <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl3_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your veil and any veil alteration and cleaning costs. Other headpiece accessories you may need include: headpieces, hairpins, hairsticks, or tiaras. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606142722&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">veil glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606134607&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">headpiece glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $75.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Prewedding Pampering <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl4_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Tally all the costs of your prewedding pampering: facials, laser hair removal, teeth whitening, massages, manicures, pedicures, etc. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914195313&keywordID=131&keywordType=2&parentID=526">spa glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a spa</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $75.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Groom's Tux or Suit <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl5_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of buying or renting the groom's tux or suit. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91027152855&keywordID=137&keywordType=2&parentID=530">tuxedo glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914202410&keywordID=135&keywordType=2&parentID=529">renting basics,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_ts_main.shtml">find a tuxedo retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $90.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Groom's Accessories <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl6_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of the groom's accessories: shoes, cuff links, socks, ties, vests, and anything else that doesn't come with the price of the tuxedo. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914202436&keywordID=135&keywordType=2&parentID=529">tie a bow tie,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91109120624&keywordType=2&keywordID=135&parentID=529">style checklist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_ts_main.shtml">find a tuxedo retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $45.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $1,485.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_146_527.shtml" target="_new">Ceremony</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Location Fee <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl2_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include any costs associated with renting the actual ceremony space. Additional items you may need to procure or rent: permit (for a park wedding), guest chairs, an arch, an altar. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/ch_article.html?Object=A50222115538&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">personalize your ceremony,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a ceremony location</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Officiant Fee/Donation <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl2_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Some officiants ask for a donation to their house of worship; others may want to attend your reception as a guest. Also consider the costs of any travel reimbursement or any additional fees for attending the wedding rehearsal. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91121160315&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">questions for your civil officiant,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=3321838379&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">questions for your religious ofiiciant,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_146_527.shtml">find an officiant</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Accessories <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl2_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Accessories you may need to buy, rent, or borrow for the ceremony may include: a huppah, a unity candle, an aisle runner, a ring pillow, a flower girl basket, tossing rice, and bubbles. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212720&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">seating how-tos, </a><a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/UICategory.aspx?cId=Ceremony">buy ceremony accessories</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $90.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $390.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml" target="_new">Flowers + Décor</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bride's Bouquet <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of the bridal bouquet and any other bouquets (such as a tossing bouquet) that the bride will use. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/ch_article.html?Object=A00803115704&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527"> bouquet glossary,</a> <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=20">get bouquet ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $112.50 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bridesmaid Bouquets <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the total cost of all bridesmaid bouquets. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91228153619&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=20">get bouquet ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Groom & Groomsmen Boutonnieres <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of all boutonnieres. The groom's boutonniere is usually set apart in some way from the groomsmen boutonnieres. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=26">get boutonniere ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $30.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Flower Girl Flowers <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl3_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include any bouquets, tussy mussies, pomanders, head wreaths, or flower petals for baskets. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91221190831&keywordID=163&keywordType=2&parentID=527">flower girl duties,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $22.50 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Additional Boutonnieres & Corsages <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl4_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of any additional flowers for attendants or guests. Consider getting additional boutonnieres or corsages for all special people, including parents and grandparents, ring bearers, readers, and ushers.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A10828145818&keywordID=163&keywordType=2&parentID=527">finding roles for everyone,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $75.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Reception Decorations & Centerpieces <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl5_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>The biggest cost to factor in is your centerpieces, but you'll also want to include any additional flowers at your reception such as: arrangements for the buffet tables; flowers for the gift table, guest book table, and escort card table; flowers for the reception doors, stairs, banisters, and mantles. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213449&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">Qs to ask your florist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50331140412&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">seasonal table decor,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $600.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Decorations <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl6_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your ceremony flowers or decorations. Be sure to consider: arrangements marking the beginning or boundaries of your aisle, pew arrangements, door wreaths, and arch or huppah decorations. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91228130549&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">glossary of floral terms,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $210.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $1,200.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml" target="_new">Music</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Musicians <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl4_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your ceremony musicians or DJ. Remember that in addition to the processional and recessional, you'll need to factor in the costs of playing time as guests arrive and as they leave. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213523&keywordID=153&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml">find ceremony musicians</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Cocktail Hour Musicians <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl4_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your cocktail hour musicians or DJ. Consider the costs of any extra time you may need so that music is playing as guests arrive.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914211552&keywordID=153&keywordType=2&parentID=527">figure out your music style,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml">find cocktail hour musicians</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Reception Music <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl4_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the total cost of your reception band or DJ. Be sure to account for any overtime costs you think you might incur. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50404143508&keywordID=153&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml">find reception musicians</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $900.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $1,200.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml" target="_new">Photography + Videography</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Photographer <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl5_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your photo costs: the package price for however many hours you've contracted, any photo assistant fees, extra traveling costs, and negative purchasing fees.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91228185302&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a photographer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $900.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Videographer <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl5_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of the videography package you've selected, plus any videographer assistant fees. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91007183845&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91007182250&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">questions to ask,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a videographer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $750.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Additional Prints & Videos <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl5_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Factor in the costs of any additional prints, videos or DVDs you order, any extra albums for parents or grandparents, plus any special video or slideshow you may want your vendor to produce and to play during the celebration. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50223162022&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">get a perfect album,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a videographer,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a photographer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $1,800.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_152_527.shtml" target="_new">Stationery</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Invitations & Reply Cards <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl6_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Your invitation costs should include the invite itself, reply cards, maps, any other inserts, and any calligraphy costs associated with the invitation. Remember to include postage costs, too. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00218150602&keywordID=152&keywordType=2&parentID=527">glossary of stationery terms,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00218120855&keywordID=152&keywordType=2&parentID=527">invitation checklist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_152_527.shtml">find a stationery retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $375.00 <br /> (100 x $3.75) </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Other Stationery <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl6_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your other stationery and printing costs. Consider announcements, save-the-dates, menu cards, table cards, escort cards, thank-you cards, and anything else you're having printed. Be sure to include any calligraphy costs associated with your stationery. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00218150602&keywordID=152&keywordType=2&parentID=527">glossary of stationery terms,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_152_527.shtml">find a stationery retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $75.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $450.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_132_529.shtml" target="_new">Wedding Rings</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> His Ring <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl7_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of the groom's wedding ring. Factor in any additional costs for engraving or other customization. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50223163905&keywordID=165&keywordType=2&parentID=533"> choosing your bands,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00626165458&keywordType=2&keywordID=165&parentID=533">what to engrave,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_js_main.shtml">find a ring</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Her Ring <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl7_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of the bride's wedding ring. Factor in any additional costs for engraving or other customization. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50223163905&keywordID=165&keywordType=2&parentID=533"> choosing your bands,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00626165458&keywordType=2&keywordID=165&parentID=533">what to engrave,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_js_main.shtml">find a ring</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $300.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/in_613.shtml" target="_new">Transportation + Lodging</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bride/Groom Hotel Room(s) <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl8_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of your wedding night hotel room (and if you're paying for anyone else's room, too). Consider room service and any other special indulgences you're likely to request. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find the best wedding night suites</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $75.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Guest Shuttle or Parking <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl8_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of any guest shuttles or parking fees. Consider how large of a shuttle/parking lot you need, how long you need the shuttle/parking spaces, and whether you need valet service. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00204114628&keywordID=613&keywordType=3">transportation planning worksheet,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a shuttle rental company</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Limo(s) or Car Rentals <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl8_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your transportation to and from the event. Also consider travel costs for your attendants and any family members. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00204114628&keywordID=613&keywordType=3">transportation planning worksheet,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a limo or car rental company</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $225.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $450.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/HomePage.aspx" target="_new">Gifts</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Attendant Gifts <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl9_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Tally the total cost of your attendant gifts. Be sure to include costs of gifts for people other than your bridesmaids and groomsmen, such as your readers, ushers, flower girls, ring bearers, and any other special participants. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914210929&keywordID=163&keywordType=2&parentID=527">get great gift ideas,</a> <a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/UICategory.aspx?cId=Attendant%20Gifts">buy fun attendant gifts</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Favors <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl9_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Tally the total costs of your guest favors, including any additional packaging costs.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A40602183956&keywordID=149&keywordType=2&parentID=527">get favor ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A30409155854&keywordType=2&keywordID=149&parentID=527">give a charitable favor,</a> <a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/UICategory.aspx?cId=Favors">buy fun favors</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $225.00 <br /> (100 x $2.25) </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Parent Gifts <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl9_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the total amount you're spending on gifts for your parents. Include any monogramming, personalization, and shipping costs. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00503104020">get gift ideas,</a> <a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/SubCategory.aspx?pVal=1&cTyp=Next&sVal=MostPopular&sTyp=Desc&scId=Parent%20Gifts&cId=Attendant%20Gifts">find the perfect parent gifts</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $75.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $450.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5>Miscellaneous</h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Wedding Coordinator <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl10_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your wedding consulting costs. Factor in costs of both long-term planning and consulting and day-of (or on-site) coordination, as well as any hourly costs incurred along the way. Full wedding coordination costs usually run between 10-15% of your total budget. If you would like to include wedding coordinator costs in your budget, enter the amount you''re spending into the actual column and it will automatically be added to your total budget.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_qaarticle.html?Object=A00216180438&keywordID=227&keywordType=2&parentID=525">benefits of a consultant,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00216175720">Qs for your coordinator,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a consultant</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $0.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="contentblock zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr><td class="graybordertop" width="300"><h5>TOTAL COST OF WEDDING</h5></td> <td class="graybordertop" align="right" width="482"> Budget Total <br /> $15,000.00 </td> <td class="actual graybordertop" align="right" width="100"> Actual Total <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" class="balance" align="right"> Amount left to spend: <span align="right"> $15,000.00 </span> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" id="MyBudget1_panelAdd" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <table class="contentblock zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="3"><h5>YOUR PERSONAL ADDITIONS</h5> <p>Something missing? Add your own items here:</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" width="15"> </td> <td class="grayborderbottom" width="481">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Price</td> </tr> <tr> <td> </td> <td valign="top"> Reception Attire + Beauty Ceremony Flowers + Décor Music Photography + Videography Stationery Wedding Rings Transportation + Lodging Gifts Miscellaneous Your Personal Additions Reception Attire + Beauty Ceremony Flowers + Décor Music Photography + Videography Stationery Wedding Rings Transportation + Lodging Gifts Miscellaneous Your Personal Additions </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" class="graybordertop"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </td></tr></tbody></table> <p class="rightsubmit graybordertop"><a id="MyBudget1_lbStartOver"><img src="http://weddings.theknot.com/images/global/buttons/btn_startover_off.gif" alt="Start Over" border="0" /></a></p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-16039839255398986542009-08-02T11:21:00.001-07:002009-08-02T11:21:17.770-07:0020,000 budget<h3>TOTAL BUDGET: $20,000.00 <br /> <a id="BudgeterHeader1_Hyperlink2" href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/Controls/whatsthis_budgeter.html"> SPENT TO DATE: </a> $0.00 <br /> AMOUNT LEFT TO SPEND: <span align="right"> $20,000.00 </span> </h3> <p class="links"> <a id="BudgeterHeader1_lbSampleBudget">Sample Budget</a> | <a href="http://www.theknot.com/join/pl_profile1.aspx">Update profile</a> | Log out </p> <div class="toolintror"> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td> My Budget: </td> <td align="right" nowrap="nowrap"> $</td> <td> <br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td> Guests: </td> <td colspan="2" align="right"> <br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td> Female Attendants: </td> <td colspan="2" align="right"> <br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td> Male Attendants: </td> <td colspan="2" align="right"> <br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" align="center"><br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <div id="ViewContent" class="tabs"> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td><br /></td> <td><br /></td> <td><div class="ibSponsoredby"><img src="http://images.theknot.com/emails/spacer.gif" height="15" width="165" /></div></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <div class="tabcontent"> <div class="icons"> <p>view advice</p> <a id="MyBudget1_hlFaq" href="http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-tools-help-center/wedding-budgeter-help.aspx"><img src="http://weddings.theknot.com/images/global/buttons/btn_help_off.gif" alt="Help" border="0" /></a> <a id="MyBudget1_hlPrint" href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/PrintPreview.aspx"><img src="http://weddings.theknot.com/images/global//buttons/btn_print_off.gif" alt="Print" border="0" /></a> </div> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_158_527.shtml" target="_new">Reception</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Reception Venue & Rentals <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>This total should include the costs of renting your reception venue. Confirm that the price includes any other amenities you'll need in your space. If it doesn't, you may need to rent them separately. Things you might need to rent include: tents, tables, chairs, china, silverware, portable toilets, and portable heaters.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_158_527.shtml">find a reception location,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a rental vendor</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $1,600.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Food & Service <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>This total should include all of your food costs (except for your cake). Make sure this price includes hors d'oeuvres for your cocktail hour, appetizers, entrees, any additional desserts, special menu requests, and all service costs. Confirm that tax and gratuity are included -- if they aren't, plan on adding those costs to your total.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213440">questions for your caterer,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213445&keywordID=158&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a caterer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $6,000.00 <br /> (100 x $60.00) </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Beverages & Bartenders <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your bar costs -- from your signature drinks to your cocktail hour costs to the bar costs during the reception. Make sure this price includes bartender labor fees and any related set-up fees. Check to see if the price includes gratuity -- if it doesn't, add in that cost.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91121161857&keywordID=158&keywordType=2&parentID=527">bar glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91025162127&keywordID=158&keywordType=2&parentID=527">creative cocktails,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bartender</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $1,600.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Cake(s) & Cutting Fee <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl3_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your cake costs, noting whether you're being charged per slice or per cake. Confirm that this price includes delivery and set up. Include any cake-cutting fees that your reception site may charge. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=18">100+ cake ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91121130449&keywordID=145&keywordType=2&parentID=527">cake glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_145_527.shtml">find a cake baker</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $500.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $9,700.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/ch_529.shtml" target="_new">Attire</a> + <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/ch_526.shtml" target="_new">Beauty</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> The Gown & Alterations <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of your gown, plus any alteration, cleaning, and shipping costs.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_main.shtml">start your search,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914202954&keywordID=134&keywordType=2&parentID=529">questions to ask,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00308154518&keywordType=2&keywordID=134&parentID=529">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $1,200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Headpiece & Veil <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your veil and any veil alteration and cleaning costs. Other headpiece accessories you may need include: headpieces, hairpins, hairsticks, or tiaras. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606142722&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">veil glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606134607&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">headpiece glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bride's Accessories <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of the bride's accessories: necklaces, earrings, bracelets, shoes, gloves, hose, undergarments, purses, and anything else needed on the day of the wedding. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI00110115136&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">accessories checklist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00330120919&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">hosiery glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Hair & Makeup <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl3_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your veil and any veil alteration and cleaning costs. Other headpiece accessories you may need include: headpieces, hairpins, hairsticks, or tiaras. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606142722&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">veil glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606134607&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">headpiece glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $100.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Prewedding Pampering <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl4_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Tally all the costs of your prewedding pampering: facials, laser hair removal, teeth whitening, massages, manicures, pedicures, etc. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914195313&keywordID=131&keywordType=2&parentID=526">spa glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a spa</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $100.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Groom's Tux or Suit <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl5_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of buying or renting the groom's tux or suit. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91027152855&keywordID=137&keywordType=2&parentID=530">tuxedo glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914202410&keywordID=135&keywordType=2&parentID=529">renting basics,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_ts_main.shtml">find a tuxedo retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Groom's Accessories <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl6_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of the groom's accessories: shoes, cuff links, socks, ties, vests, and anything else that doesn't come with the price of the tuxedo. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914202436&keywordID=135&keywordType=2&parentID=529">tie a bow tie,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91109120624&keywordType=2&keywordID=135&parentID=529">style checklist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_ts_main.shtml">find a tuxedo retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $60.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $1,980.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_146_527.shtml" target="_new">Ceremony</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Location Fee <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl2_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include any costs associated with renting the actual ceremony space. Additional items you may need to procure or rent: permit (for a park wedding), guest chairs, an arch, an altar. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/ch_article.html?Object=A50222115538&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">personalize your ceremony,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a ceremony location</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Officiant Fee/Donation <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl2_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Some officiants ask for a donation to their house of worship; others may want to attend your reception as a guest. Also consider the costs of any travel reimbursement or any additional fees for attending the wedding rehearsal. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91121160315&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">questions for your civil officiant,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=3321838379&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">questions for your religious ofiiciant,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_146_527.shtml">find an officiant</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Accessories <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl2_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Accessories you may need to buy, rent, or borrow for the ceremony may include: a huppah, a unity candle, an aisle runner, a ring pillow, a flower girl basket, tossing rice, and bubbles. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212720&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">seating how-tos, </a><a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/UICategory.aspx?cId=Ceremony">buy ceremony accessories</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $520.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml" target="_new">Flowers + Décor</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bride's Bouquet <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of the bridal bouquet and any other bouquets (such as a tossing bouquet) that the bride will use. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/ch_article.html?Object=A00803115704&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527"> bouquet glossary,</a> <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=20">get bouquet ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $150.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bridesmaid Bouquets <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the total cost of all bridesmaid bouquets. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91228153619&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=20">get bouquet ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Groom & Groomsmen Boutonnieres <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of all boutonnieres. The groom's boutonniere is usually set apart in some way from the groomsmen boutonnieres. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=26">get boutonniere ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $40.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Flower Girl Flowers <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl3_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include any bouquets, tussy mussies, pomanders, head wreaths, or flower petals for baskets. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91221190831&keywordID=163&keywordType=2&parentID=527">flower girl duties,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $30.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Additional Boutonnieres & Corsages <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl4_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of any additional flowers for attendants or guests. Consider getting additional boutonnieres or corsages for all special people, including parents and grandparents, ring bearers, readers, and ushers.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A10828145818&keywordID=163&keywordType=2&parentID=527">finding roles for everyone,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $100.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Reception Decorations & Centerpieces <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl5_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>The biggest cost to factor in is your centerpieces, but you'll also want to include any additional flowers at your reception such as: arrangements for the buffet tables; flowers for the gift table, guest book table, and escort card table; flowers for the reception doors, stairs, banisters, and mantles. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213449&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">Qs to ask your florist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50331140412&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">seasonal table decor,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $800.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Decorations <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl6_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your ceremony flowers or decorations. Be sure to consider: arrangements marking the beginning or boundaries of your aisle, pew arrangements, door wreaths, and arch or huppah decorations. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91228130549&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">glossary of floral terms,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $280.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $1,600.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml" target="_new">Music</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Musicians <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl4_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your ceremony musicians or DJ. Remember that in addition to the processional and recessional, you'll need to factor in the costs of playing time as guests arrive and as they leave. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213523&keywordID=153&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml">find ceremony musicians</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Cocktail Hour Musicians <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl4_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your cocktail hour musicians or DJ. Consider the costs of any extra time you may need so that music is playing as guests arrive.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914211552&keywordID=153&keywordType=2&parentID=527">figure out your music style,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml">find cocktail hour musicians</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Reception Music <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl4_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the total cost of your reception band or DJ. Be sure to account for any overtime costs you think you might incur. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50404143508&keywordID=153&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml">find reception musicians</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $1,200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $1,600.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml" target="_new">Photography + Videography</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Photographer <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl5_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your photo costs: the package price for however many hours you've contracted, any photo assistant fees, extra traveling costs, and negative purchasing fees.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91228185302&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a photographer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $1,200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Videographer <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl5_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of the videography package you've selected, plus any videographer assistant fees. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91007183845&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91007182250&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">questions to ask,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a videographer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $1,000.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Additional Prints & Videos <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl5_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Factor in the costs of any additional prints, videos or DVDs you order, any extra albums for parents or grandparents, plus any special video or slideshow you may want your vendor to produce and to play during the celebration. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50223162022&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">get a perfect album,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a videographer,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a photographer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $2,400.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_152_527.shtml" target="_new">Stationery</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Invitations & Reply Cards <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl6_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Your invitation costs should include the invite itself, reply cards, maps, any other inserts, and any calligraphy costs associated with the invitation. Remember to include postage costs, too. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00218150602&keywordID=152&keywordType=2&parentID=527">glossary of stationery terms,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00218120855&keywordID=152&keywordType=2&parentID=527">invitation checklist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_152_527.shtml">find a stationery retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $500.00 <br /> (100 x $5.00) </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Other Stationery <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl6_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your other stationery and printing costs. Consider announcements, save-the-dates, menu cards, table cards, escort cards, thank-you cards, and anything else you're having printed. Be sure to include any calligraphy costs associated with your stationery. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00218150602&keywordID=152&keywordType=2&parentID=527">glossary of stationery terms,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_152_527.shtml">find a stationery retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $100.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $600.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_132_529.shtml" target="_new">Wedding Rings</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> His Ring <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl7_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of the groom's wedding ring. Factor in any additional costs for engraving or other customization. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50223163905&keywordID=165&keywordType=2&parentID=533"> choosing your bands,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00626165458&keywordType=2&keywordID=165&parentID=533">what to engrave,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_js_main.shtml">find a ring</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Her Ring <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl7_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of the bride's wedding ring. Factor in any additional costs for engraving or other customization. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50223163905&keywordID=165&keywordType=2&parentID=533"> choosing your bands,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00626165458&keywordType=2&keywordID=165&parentID=533">what to engrave,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_js_main.shtml">find a ring</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $400.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/in_613.shtml" target="_new">Transportation + Lodging</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bride/Groom Hotel Room(s) <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl8_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of your wedding night hotel room (and if you're paying for anyone else's room, too). Consider room service and any other special indulgences you're likely to request. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find the best wedding night suites</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $100.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Guest Shuttle or Parking <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl8_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of any guest shuttles or parking fees. Consider how large of a shuttle/parking lot you need, how long you need the shuttle/parking spaces, and whether you need valet service. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00204114628&keywordID=613&keywordType=3">transportation planning worksheet,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a shuttle rental company</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Limo(s) or Car Rentals <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl8_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your transportation to and from the event. Also consider travel costs for your attendants and any family members. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00204114628&keywordID=613&keywordType=3">transportation planning worksheet,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a limo or car rental company</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $300.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $600.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/HomePage.aspx" target="_new">Gifts</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Attendant Gifts <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl9_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Tally the total cost of your attendant gifts. Be sure to include costs of gifts for people other than your bridesmaids and groomsmen, such as your readers, ushers, flower girls, ring bearers, and any other special participants. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914210929&keywordID=163&keywordType=2&parentID=527">get great gift ideas,</a> <a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/UICategory.aspx?cId=Attendant%20Gifts">buy fun attendant gifts</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $200.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Favors <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl9_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Tally the total costs of your guest favors, including any additional packaging costs.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A40602183956&keywordID=149&keywordType=2&parentID=527">get favor ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A30409155854&keywordType=2&keywordID=149&parentID=527">give a charitable favor,</a> <a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/UICategory.aspx?cId=Favors">buy fun favors</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $300.00 <br /> (100 x $3.00) </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Parent Gifts <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl9_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the total amount you're spending on gifts for your parents. Include any monogramming, personalization, and shipping costs. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00503104020">get gift ideas,</a> <a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/SubCategory.aspx?pVal=1&cTyp=Next&sVal=MostPopular&sTyp=Desc&scId=Parent%20Gifts&cId=Attendant%20Gifts">find the perfect parent gifts</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $100.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $600.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5>Miscellaneous</h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Wedding Coordinator <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl10_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your wedding consulting costs. Factor in costs of both long-term planning and consulting and day-of (or on-site) coordination, as well as any hourly costs incurred along the way. Full wedding coordination costs usually run between 10-15% of your total budget. If you would like to include wedding coordinator costs in your budget, enter the amount you''re spending into the actual column and it will automatically be added to your total budget.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_qaarticle.html?Object=A00216180438&keywordID=227&keywordType=2&parentID=525">benefits of a consultant,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00216175720">Qs for your coordinator,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a consultant</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $0.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="contentblock zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr><td class="graybordertop" width="300"><h5>TOTAL COST OF WEDDING</h5></td> <td class="graybordertop" align="right" width="482"> Budget Total <br /> $20,000.00 </td> <td class="actual graybordertop" align="right" width="100"> Actual Total <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" class="balance" align="right"> Amount left to spend: <span align="right"> $20,000.00 </span> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" id="MyBudget1_panelAdd" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <table class="contentblock zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="3"><h5>YOUR PERSONAL ADDITIONS</h5> <p>Something missing? Add your own items here:</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" width="15"> </td> <td class="grayborderbottom" width="481">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Price</td> </tr> <tr> <td> </td> <td valign="top"> Reception Attire + Beauty Ceremony Flowers + Décor Music Photography + Videography Stationery Wedding Rings Transportation + Lodging Gifts Miscellaneous Your Personal Additions Reception Attire + Beauty Ceremony Flowers + Décor Music Photography + Videography Stationery Wedding Rings Transportation + Lodging Gifts Miscellaneous Your Personal Additions Reception Attire + Beauty Ceremony Flowers + Décor Music Photography + Videography Stationery Wedding Rings Transportation + Lodging Gifts Miscellaneous Your Personal Additions </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" class="graybordertop"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </td></tr></tbody></table> <p class="rightsubmit graybordertop"><a id="MyBudget1_lbStartOver"><img src="http://weddings.theknot.com/images/global/buttons/btn_startover_off.gif" alt="Start Over" border="0" /></a></p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-84552498720012040982009-08-02T11:17:00.002-07:002009-08-02T11:20:10.647-07:0012000 budget<h3>TOTAL BUDGET: $12,000.00 <br /> <a id="BudgeterHeader1_Hyperlink2" href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/Controls/whatsthis_budgeter.html"> SPENT TO DATE: </a> $0.00 <br /> AMOUNT LEFT TO SPEND: <span align="right"> $12,000.00 </span> </h3> <p class="links"> <a id="BudgeterHeader1_lbSampleBudget">Sample Budget</a> | <a href="http://www.theknot.com/join/pl_profile1.aspx">Update profile</a> | Log out </p> <div class="toolintror"> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td> My Budget: </td> <td align="right" nowrap="nowrap"> $</td> <td> <br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td> Guests: </td> <td colspan="2" align="right"> <br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td> Female Attendants: </td> <td colspan="2" align="right"> <br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td> Male Attendants: </td> <td colspan="2" align="right"> <br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" align="center"><br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <div id="ViewContent" class="tabs"> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td><br /></td> <td><br /></td> <td><div class="ibSponsoredby"><img src="http://images.theknot.com/emails/spacer.gif" height="15" width="165" /></div></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <div class="tabcontent"> <div class="icons"> <p>view advice</p> <a id="MyBudget1_hlFaq" href="http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-tools-help-center/wedding-budgeter-help.aspx"><img src="http://weddings.theknot.com/images/global/buttons/btn_help_off.gif" alt="Help" border="0" /></a> <a id="MyBudget1_hlPrint" href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/PrintPreview.aspx"><img src="http://weddings.theknot.com/images/global//buttons/btn_print_off.gif" alt="Print" border="0" /></a> </div> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_158_527.shtml" target="_new">Reception</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Reception Venue & Rentals <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>This total should include the costs of renting your reception venue. Confirm that the price includes any other amenities you'll need in your space. If it doesn't, you may need to rent them separately. Things you might need to rent include: tents, tables, chairs, china, silverware, portable toilets, and portable heaters.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_158_527.shtml">find a reception location,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a rental vendor</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $960.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Food & Service <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>This total should include all of your food costs (except for your cake). Make sure this price includes hors d'oeuvres for your cocktail hour, appetizers, entrees, any additional desserts, special menu requests, and all service costs. Confirm that tax and gratuity are included -- if they aren't, plan on adding those costs to your total.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213440">questions for your caterer,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213445&keywordID=158&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a caterer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $3,600.00 <br /> (100 x $36.00) </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Beverages & Bartenders <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your bar costs -- from your signature drinks to your cocktail hour costs to the bar costs during the reception. Make sure this price includes bartender labor fees and any related set-up fees. Check to see if the price includes gratuity -- if it doesn't, add in that cost.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91121161857&keywordID=158&keywordType=2&parentID=527">bar glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91025162127&keywordID=158&keywordType=2&parentID=527">creative cocktails,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bartender</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $960.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Cake(s) & Cutting Fee <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl0_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl3_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your cake costs, noting whether you're being charged per slice or per cake. Confirm that this price includes delivery and set up. Include any cake-cutting fees that your reception site may charge. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=18">100+ cake ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91121130449&keywordID=145&keywordType=2&parentID=527">cake glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_145_527.shtml">find a cake baker</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $300.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $5,820.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/ch_529.shtml" target="_new">Attire</a> + <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/ch_526.shtml" target="_new">Beauty</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> The Gown & Alterations <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of your gown, plus any alteration, cleaning, and shipping costs.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_main.shtml">start your search,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914202954&keywordID=134&keywordType=2&parentID=529">questions to ask,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00308154518&keywordType=2&keywordID=134&parentID=529">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $720.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Headpiece & Veil <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your veil and any veil alteration and cleaning costs. Other headpiece accessories you may need include: headpieces, hairpins, hairsticks, or tiaras. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606142722&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">veil glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606134607&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">headpiece glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bride's Accessories <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of the bride's accessories: necklaces, earrings, bracelets, shoes, gloves, hose, undergarments, purses, and anything else needed on the day of the wedding. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI00110115136&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">accessories checklist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00330120919&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">hosiery glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Hair & Makeup <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl3_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your veil and any veil alteration and cleaning costs. Other headpiece accessories you may need include: headpieces, hairpins, hairsticks, or tiaras. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606142722&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">veil glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00606134607&keywordID=132&keywordType=2&parentID=529">headpiece glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a bridal salon</a> </p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $60.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Prewedding Pampering <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl4_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Tally all the costs of your prewedding pampering: facials, laser hair removal, teeth whitening, massages, manicures, pedicures, etc. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914195313&keywordID=131&keywordType=2&parentID=526">spa glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a spa</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $60.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Groom's Tux or Suit <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl5_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of buying or renting the groom's tux or suit. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91027152855&keywordID=137&keywordType=2&parentID=530">tuxedo glossary,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914202410&keywordID=135&keywordType=2&parentID=529">renting basics,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_ts_main.shtml">find a tuxedo retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $72.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Groom's Accessories <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl1_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl6_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of the groom's accessories: shoes, cuff links, socks, ties, vests, and anything else that doesn't come with the price of the tuxedo. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914202436&keywordID=135&keywordType=2&parentID=529">tie a bow tie,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91109120624&keywordType=2&keywordID=135&parentID=529">style checklist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_ts_main.shtml">find a tuxedo retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $36.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $1,188.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_146_527.shtml" target="_new">Ceremony</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Location Fee <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl2_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include any costs associated with renting the actual ceremony space. Additional items you may need to procure or rent: permit (for a park wedding), guest chairs, an arch, an altar. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/ch_article.html?Object=A50222115538&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">personalize your ceremony,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a ceremony location</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Officiant Fee/Donation <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl2_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Some officiants ask for a donation to their house of worship; others may want to attend your reception as a guest. Also consider the costs of any travel reimbursement or any additional fees for attending the wedding rehearsal. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91121160315&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">questions for your civil officiant,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=3321838379&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">questions for your religious ofiiciant,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_146_527.shtml">find an officiant</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Accessories <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl2_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Accessories you may need to buy, rent, or borrow for the ceremony may include: a huppah, a unity candle, an aisle runner, a ring pillow, a flower girl basket, tossing rice, and bubbles. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212720&keywordID=146&keywordType=2&parentID=527">seating how-tos, </a><a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/UICategory.aspx?cId=Ceremony">buy ceremony accessories</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $72.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $312.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml" target="_new">Flowers + Décor</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bride's Bouquet <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of the bridal bouquet and any other bouquets (such as a tossing bouquet) that the bride will use. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/budgeter/ch_article.html?Object=A00803115704&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527"> bouquet glossary,</a> <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=20">get bouquet ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $90.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bridesmaid Bouquets <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the total cost of all bridesmaid bouquets. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91228153619&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=20">get bouquet ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Groom & Groomsmen Boutonnieres <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of all boutonnieres. The groom's boutonniere is usually set apart in some way from the groomsmen boutonnieres. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gallery_results.aspx?gallery=26">get boutonniere ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $24.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Flower Girl Flowers <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl3_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include any bouquets, tussy mussies, pomanders, head wreaths, or flower petals for baskets. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91221190831&keywordID=163&keywordType=2&parentID=527">flower girl duties,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $18.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Additional Boutonnieres & Corsages <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl4_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of any additional flowers for attendants or guests. Consider getting additional boutonnieres or corsages for all special people, including parents and grandparents, ring bearers, readers, and ushers.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A10828145818&keywordID=163&keywordType=2&parentID=527">finding roles for everyone,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $60.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Reception Decorations & Centerpieces <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl5_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>The biggest cost to factor in is your centerpieces, but you'll also want to include any additional flowers at your reception such as: arrangements for the buffet tables; flowers for the gift table, guest book table, and escort card table; flowers for the reception doors, stairs, banisters, and mantles. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213449&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">Qs to ask your florist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50331140412&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">seasonal table decor,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $480.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Decorations <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl3_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl6_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your ceremony flowers or decorations. Be sure to consider: arrangements marking the beginning or boundaries of your aisle, pew arrangements, door wreaths, and arch or huppah decorations. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91228130549&keywordID=150&keywordType=2&parentID=527">glossary of floral terms,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_150_527.shtml">find a florist</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $168.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $960.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml" target="_new">Music</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Ceremony Musicians <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl4_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your ceremony musicians or DJ. Remember that in addition to the processional and recessional, you'll need to factor in the costs of playing time as guests arrive and as they leave. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914213523&keywordID=153&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml">find ceremony musicians</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Cocktail Hour Musicians <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl4_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your cocktail hour musicians or DJ. Consider the costs of any extra time you may need so that music is playing as guests arrive.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914211552&keywordID=153&keywordType=2&parentID=527">figure out your music style,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml">find cocktail hour musicians</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Reception Music <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl4_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the total cost of your reception band or DJ. Be sure to account for any overtime costs you think you might incur. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50404143508&keywordID=153&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_153_527.shtml">find reception musicians</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $720.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $960.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml" target="_new">Photography + Videography</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Photographer <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl5_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your photo costs: the package price for however many hours you've contracted, any photo assistant fees, extra traveling costs, and negative purchasing fees.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91228185302&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a photographer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $720.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Videographer <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl5_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of the videography package you've selected, plus any videographer assistant fees. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91007183845&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">contract points,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI91007182250&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">questions to ask,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a videographer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $600.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Additional Prints & Videos <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl5_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Factor in the costs of any additional prints, videos or DVDs you order, any extra albums for parents or grandparents, plus any special video or slideshow you may want your vendor to produce and to play during the celebration. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50223162022&keywordID=155&keywordType=2&parentID=527">get a perfect album,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a videographer,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_155_527.shtml">find a photographer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $1,440.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_152_527.shtml" target="_new">Stationery</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Invitations & Reply Cards <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl6_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Your invitation costs should include the invite itself, reply cards, maps, any other inserts, and any calligraphy costs associated with the invitation. Remember to include postage costs, too. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00218150602&keywordID=152&keywordType=2&parentID=527">glossary of stationery terms,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00218120855&keywordID=152&keywordType=2&parentID=527">invitation checklist,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_152_527.shtml">find a stationery retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $300.00 <br /> (100 x $3.00) </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Other Stationery <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl6_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your other stationery and printing costs. Consider announcements, save-the-dates, menu cards, table cards, escort cards, thank-you cards, and anything else you're having printed. Be sure to include any calligraphy costs associated with your stationery. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00218150602&keywordID=152&keywordType=2&parentID=527">glossary of stationery terms,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_152_527.shtml">find a stationery retailer</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $60.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $360.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/sc_132_529.shtml" target="_new">Wedding Rings</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> His Ring <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl7_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of the groom's wedding ring. Factor in any additional costs for engraving or other customization. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50223163905&keywordID=165&keywordType=2&parentID=533"> choosing your bands,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00626165458&keywordType=2&keywordID=165&parentID=533">what to engrave,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_js_main.shtml">find a ring</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Her Ring <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl7_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of the bride's wedding ring. Factor in any additional costs for engraving or other customization. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A50223163905&keywordID=165&keywordType=2&parentID=533"> choosing your bands,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00626165458&keywordType=2&keywordID=165&parentID=533">what to engrave,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/bs_js_main.shtml">find a ring</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $240.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://www.theknot.com/keywords/in_613.shtml" target="_new">Transportation + Lodging</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Bride/Groom Hotel Room(s) <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl8_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the cost of your wedding night hotel room (and if you're paying for anyone else's room, too). Consider room service and any other special indulgences you're likely to request. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find the best wedding night suites</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $60.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Guest Shuttle or Parking <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl8_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of any guest shuttles or parking fees. Consider how large of a shuttle/parking lot you need, how long you need the shuttle/parking spaces, and whether you need valet service. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00204114628&keywordID=613&keywordType=3">transportation planning worksheet,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a shuttle rental company</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Limo(s) or Car Rentals <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl8_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the costs of your transportation to and from the event. Also consider travel costs for your attendants and any family members. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914212902">tipping advice,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00204114628&keywordID=613&keywordType=3">transportation planning worksheet,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a limo or car rental company</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $180.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $360.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5><a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/HomePage.aspx" target="_new">Gifts</a></h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Attendant Gifts <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl9_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Tally the total cost of your attendant gifts. Be sure to include costs of gifts for people other than your bridesmaids and groomsmen, such as your readers, ushers, flower girls, ring bearers, and any other special participants. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=AI980914210929&keywordID=163&keywordType=2&parentID=527">get great gift ideas,</a> <a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/UICategory.aspx?cId=Attendant%20Gifts">buy fun attendant gifts</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $120.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Favors <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl9_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl1_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Tally the total costs of your guest favors, including any additional packaging costs.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A40602183956&keywordID=149&keywordType=2&parentID=527">get favor ideas,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A30409155854&keywordType=2&keywordID=149&parentID=527">give a charitable favor,</a> <a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/UICategory.aspx?cId=Favors">buy fun favors</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $180.00 <br /> (100 x $1.80) </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Parent Gifts <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl9_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl2_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include the total amount you're spending on gifts for your parents. Include any monogramming, personalization, and shipping costs. </p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00503104020">get gift ideas,</a> <a href="http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/SubCategory.aspx?pVal=1&cTyp=Next&sVal=MostPopular&sTyp=Desc&scId=Parent%20Gifts&cId=Attendant%20Gifts">find the perfect parent gifts</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $60.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $360.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="4" class="contentblock"><h5>Miscellaneous</h5></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="25">Req.</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="365">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom graytext" align="center" width="100">Budget</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Actual</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <br /></td> <td valign="top"> Wedding Coordinator <br /> <table id="MyBudget1_repeaterCategories__ctl10_repeaterBudgetItems__ctl0_panelAdvice" class="graytext zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <p>Include all of your wedding consulting costs. Factor in costs of both long-term planning and consulting and day-of (or on-site) coordination, as well as any hourly costs incurred along the way. Full wedding coordination costs usually run between 10-15% of your total budget. If you would like to include wedding coordinator costs in your budget, enter the amount you''re spending into the actual column and it will automatically be added to your total budget.</p> <p>MORE LINKS: <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_qaarticle.html?Object=A00216180438&keywordID=227&keywordType=2&parentID=525">benefits of a consultant,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/ch_article.html?Object=A00216175720">Qs for your coordinator,</a> <a href="http://www.theknot.com/wp_cities.shtml">find a consultant</a></p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </td> <td class="projbudgetprice" align="center" valign="top"> $0.00 <br /> </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="graybordertop" colspan="3" align="right"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> <td class="graybordertop" align="center"> <span class="icons">SUBTOTAL</span> <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="contentblock zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr><td class="graybordertop" width="300"><h5>TOTAL COST OF WEDDING</h5></td> <td class="graybordertop" align="right" width="482"> Budget Total <br /> $12,000.00 </td> <td class="actual graybordertop" align="right" width="100"> Actual Total <br /> $0.00 </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" class="balance" align="right"> Amount left to spend: <span align="right"> $12,000.00 </span> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="zeroBorder" id="MyBudget1_panelAdd" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td> <table class="contentblock zeroBorder" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td colspan="3"><h5>YOUR PERSONAL ADDITIONS</h5> <p>Something missing? Add your own items here:</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="grayborderbottom" width="15"> </td> <td class="grayborderbottom" width="481">Item</td> <td class="grayborderbottom" align="center" width="100">Price</td> </tr> <tr> <td> </td> <td valign="top"> Reception Attire + Beauty Ceremony Flowers + Décor Music Photography + Videography Stationery Wedding Rings Transportation + Lodging Gifts Miscellaneous Your Personal Additions Reception Attire + Beauty Ceremony Flowers + Décor Music Photography + Videography Stationery Wedding Rings Transportation + Lodging Gifts Miscellaneous Your Personal Additions Reception Attire + Beauty Ceremony Flowers + Décor Music Photography + Videography Stationery Wedding Rings Transportation + Lodging Gifts Miscellaneous Your Personal Additions Reception Attire + Beauty Ceremony Flowers + Décor Music Photography + Videography Stationery Wedding Rings Transportation + Lodging Gifts Miscellaneous Your Personal Additions </td> <td class="actual" valign="top"> <br /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" class="graybordertop"> <p class="rightsubmit"> </p> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </td></tr></tbody></table> <p class="rightsubmit graybordertop"><a id="MyBudget1_lbStartOver"><img src="http://weddings.theknot.com/images/global/buttons/btn_startover_off.gif" alt="Start Over" border="0" /></a></p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6345163751760992378.post-60674252325880351572009-08-02T11:17:00.001-07:002009-08-02T11:17:45.400-07:00vendor contracts<span class="subhead-level1">The Caterer</span><br />Specify the kind of meal (lunch or dinner, buffet or seated); the number of courses and size of the portions; what beverages will be served; the size and style of dishes and glassware; and whether the wedding cake is included in the price. Also discuss the size of the serving staff, and ask about overtime charges, taxes, and whether gratuities are included.<p>Because catering a wedding takes so much coordination, you may see a contract clause enforcing the "one week" rule, meaning you must finalize all details seven days prior to the event or incur extra fees. Another item to look for is liability insurance. While most midsize to large companies carry their own insurance, small vendors may not -- in which case you may want to add a rider to your existing homeowners or renter's policy.</p><p><span class="subhead-level1">The Florist<br /></span>A contract with the florist should spell out the number of bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, and corsages on order, as well as any decoration for the ceremony and reception locations. Discuss charges for accessories, such as an aisle runner, ribbons, and vases. You should also list any particular flowers you want, allowing for the possibility of substitutions by specifying your second choices. But it's best to leave the specifics up to the florist -- something he will undoubtedly want written into the contract.</p><p><span class="subhead-level1">The Musicians<br /></span>Any contract for music -- whether you are using a band or a disc jockey -- should record the time of arrival and departure. It's a good idea to state who has the authority to let the music go into overtime, so you're not suddenly charged for an extra hour thanks to the well-intentioned initiative of some exuberant guests. You can also specify particular songs, the duration of sets, and whether prerecorded music will be played during the breaks. Be sure to specify the names of the musicians who will be there. You probably hired particular performers because you liked what you heard at another event or on a demo tape, and you don't want to discover at the last minute that the lead singer's cousin is filling in.</p><p><span class="subhead-level1">Hairstylists and Makeup Artists<br /></span>As with the musicians, specify the name of the artist you are booking. Also include the number of people the stylist is taking care of, and whether she'll stay to do post-ceremony touch-ups.</p><p><span class="subhead-level1">The Photographer<br /></span>These contracts should state how long the photographer or videographer will spend covering the event; what she'll wear; your preference for black-and-white, color, or both; and your choice of formal portraits, candid shots, or a combination. It should also detail what is included in the total fee -- which albums and how many prints for the photographer, how many videos and the editing cost and style for the videographer, and the cost of materials, hotel stays, and any other extras -- and when you can expect to receive the finished product. Some experts advise you not to pay a photographer or videographer in full until you see and approve the final result.</p><p><span class="subhead-level1">The Rental Company<br /></span>Contracts for rental items such as tables and chairs need to state the time and date of delivery and retrieval. If you don't arrange for same-day or next-morning pickup, you may be charged a fee by the reception site.</p><p><span class="subhead-level1">The Car and Driver<br /></span>A contract for a car to transport the couple or guests from one location to another can cover matters from the fiscal, such as tolls and parking fees, to the stylistic, including the make and color of the car, amenities inside the vehicle, and the attire of the driver.</p><span class="subhead-level1">The Dressmaker/Tuxedo Rental Shop<br /></span>Don't overlook the making or fitting of your own wedding attire. To be sure the bride's dress will be done on time and there won't be any charges for extra fittings or fabric, get it in writing. The groom should have his details -- the style of his tux and shirt, and the size of his shoes written down in a contract, tooUnknownnoreply@blogger.com