Weddings

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So, you’re thinking about having a wedding at outside…maybe even at home. You think it will be easier, and most importantly, cheaper. Here’s a behind the scenes look of things to consider when hosting a wedding and reception at home. Let’s say you’re planning an outdoor event at home with 150 guests.

AHHHH….you’re engaged. You’ve got the ring, the latest wedding magazines and a wedding planning organizer. You’re ready. Now, it’s time to select your wedding colors. What do you choose? Different shades of ivory? Your sorority colors? Your college school colors? A pastel with a silver or gold color to compliment it?

Weddings can be expensive. And when the economy is poor, they can seem REALLY expensive. So, here are my tips for saving THOUSANDS on your wedding:

If I had a dollar for every bride who wanted a friend, family member or neighbor to cater their wedding, I would be a wealthy woman. I mean, I understand the reasons: They want to do it for me as a wedding present, I love their food and the ever-popular, it’s going to be cheap!