Cocktail Napkins

It seems my clients are loving the 'Did you Know' Cocktail Napkin idea. Some people say personalized cocktail napkins are not being done so much. My clients love them - I think the standard name and date thing is out but lets think outside the box a little.

Erika's mother gave me the tips - it was a surprise for the couple.
We had the pink offered with champagne, the turquoise at the bar and lastly the white at the raw bar.

Guests really enjoyed the tips and got to know the couple a little better. Another inexpensive way to personalize your wedding.

Cost Saving Ideas 2

Saving money on your wedding could also be about spending wisely-

1- Use the money from a Champagne toast for live ceremony musicians.
2- Don't offer a choice of entree, take the upcharge and put it towards a yummy cake.
3- Give the Bridesmaids single flowers to carry then use at the centerpiece for their table, then use what you save on dance lessons.
4- Skip the $8 favors and order ballroom lighting.

See a trend on the suggestions above - Your guests will remember the wedding as a whole, not the specific details.

Cost Saving Ideas

Here are some tips on reducing some costs for your wedding.

1-Hire a planner - they know the professionals to call, the sites to look into and can keep you on budget as well as save you tons of research time.

2-Ask if there is a recession special - everything is negotiable.

3-Think seriously of getting married off peak - March or August -how about a Thurs or Fri?

4-If you must get married in June or Sept - how about a fancy luncheon?

5-Don't think Package C is the best option because the bottom line looks good to you - Create your own 'package' with what is important and don't forget to add in service and gratuity.

6-Cut out the cheese display (its not worth it) and the extra dessert (a yummy cake is enough).

4-Guest List Guest List - I can't stress enough - if you are tight on budget lower your guest list, even by 15 people can save you thousands. Not only in food costs but table, linen, centerpieces etc.