How to Plan a Low Budget Wedding

If you are getting ready to plan a wedding, and your budget is small, the thought of planning a low budget wedding can be pretty scary. It is my hope that this article can help relieve some of that stress so your wedding can be as fantastic as possible.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• notebook
• pen
• internet
• cell phone
• phonebook

1. Estimate on how many people will be attending. This is one of the most important factors because this will help you to determine how big of a reception hall you will need, how much food to order, where you should have the ceremony, how big of a cake, etc. If the wedding is kept small and simple, and you have helpful friends and family, you may not even need a wedding planner which would help you save money.
2. Research your social networks. For example, if you have worked in a restaurant/catering service or know anyone that owns or works in one you may be able to get a discount on food or they may know another good restaurant/catering service that is with in your budget. If you do not have many connections make sure to use the phone book and Internet and take a few hours to call around to as many places as possible to get price quotes.
3. Make sure you set a schedule for planning the wedding. Set goals for yourself (e.g., I will have my flowers ordered by next week; I will make sure my bridesmaids have their dresses four weeks before the wedding; I will have decided on a reception hall in three weeks).
4. Cut back on little details that most people won't even notice such as expensive jewels that may be embroidered in the bride's dress and the amount of flowers used.
5. If you are creative/artistic you may want to consider making certain things yourself. Invitations, wedding veils, centerpieces, jewelery can all be crafted at home. If you know someone else, who is invited to the wedding, who is creative you may want to ask them to make items for you as your wedding present.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure to give yourself enough time to plan the wedding you want.