15+ Ways to Save On Your Wedding

Welcome to a wedding budget guide that’s all about turning your dream day into reality without the intimidating price tag. You’ve heard me preach it before, and I’m here to preach it again: weddings absolutely do not need to break the bank. In a world brimming with wallet-friendly alternatives, you can paint your special day with elegance and love, all while keeping your hard-earned savings exactly where they belong – with you.

Now, imagine this: a wedding that mirrors your visions and hopes, a celebration that waltzes seamlessly between charm and economy. I’m about to share with you over 15 creative and crafty concepts that will make your dream wedding not only affordable but incredibly memorable. Yes, you read that right – more than 15 ideas are coming your way, each a gem in the treasure chest of budget-conscious brilliance.

But hey, I don’t want this to be a one-sided conversation. Your insights and tips are golden nuggets of wisdom that deserve their own spotlight. So, don’t be shy – feel free to sprinkle your tried-and-true advice in the comments below. The journey to a remarkable wedding that won’t give you financial jitters starts now. Let’s dive into these ingenious strategies that will reshape the way you think about weddings – a fusion of frugality and fantasy!

Write out your own invitations instead of printing/hiring someone to do it

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2. Hire an up-and-coming photographer to support small businesses and save on big company fees

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3. Opt for minimalist flowers instead of big and expensive florals

Source: Wedding Mania

4. Size down your cake to cheapen bakery fees

Source: Martha Stewart

5. Or even have a dessert stack and DIY it

Source: Wedding Wire

6. Let your bridesmaids pick their own dresses while sticking to a common theme to avoid paying

Source: Here Comes the Guide

7. Attempt to slice your guest list in half for a more intimate (and cheaper) celebration

Source: Christophe Genty Photography

8. Have a backyard wedding to save on venue costs

Source: Pinterest

9. Have a mid-week wedding to stop costly venue fees

Source: Whimsical Wonderland Weddings

10. Have a breakfast wedding for cheaper all-round fees

Source: Wedding Chicks

11. Have an alcohol-free reception for no bar fees

Source: Pinterest

12. Use assorted glassware for a different look and vintage vibe

Source: Confetti Fix

13. Check second-hand stores for cheap wedding dresses

Source: Yahoo

14. Have food trucks instead of serving a sit-down meal

Source: Lauren Fair Photography

15. Text or email your save-the-dates to save paper and printing costs

Source: Mallory Hope Design

16. Have a polaroid photobooth instead of a professional camera

Source: Revelry Events

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There’s been talk recently that a British knitting competition show was in the works, and Tom Daley has announced on Instagram that he’s going to be the host.

With the working title of “The Game of Wool,” the program will be on Channel 4 and is currently looking for contestants.

According to a post on Gathered, the show will feature 10 contestants and each episode will involve two challenges. One will be a team project and one for individual knitters that aims to test their skills and their style.

I have no idea how this will work in the real world, since knitting takes a lot of time and there’s not really any way to speed it up. It’s also not super dramatic when you fail like it is when cooking or baking (or even in fashion design when you cut something wrong and it ends up not fitting).

In any case, the post says the judges will be Di Gilpin and Sheila Greenwell, who have knit for numerous fashion brands and will judge both knitting technique and creative approaches and the knitters are put through their paces on a variety of projects in both type and scale.

I’ll let you know more about it as we hear more about it.

In the meantime, if you happen to be a British knitter with an interest in figuring out what a knitting competition show looks like before the rest of us, you can apply to become one of the contestants at the Game of Wool website. According to the site, participants must be 18 or older and need to be able to commit to filming away from home for eight weeks.

The application states that they are looking for people with a passion for the craft, who are able to both knit and crochet, are honest about their skills and can share photos of their work. The deadline to apply is midnight on January 5, 2025.

If you apply I’d love to hear about it!

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