Dream Wedding on a Budget?? I NEED HELP!!!!

Calling all current brides, former brides, or anyone that has helped plan a wedding before!

We are looking to have our dream wedding on a budget so we are in need of cost cutting secrets, DIY ideas and spots you found a way to save money on your wedding.

We all have this dream that money is made is on trees, we can have it all, that there is no cost to great for your special day but then you see the bottom line of your budget and it literally takes your breath away. 

Or at least for me it confirmed my worst fears. 

We are already over budget.  

Way Over.

I'm not surprised by this truthfully but I didn't think it would be the number it is. 

We, both my future wife and I overspend like crazy and this is the one time where we both are going to have to come to a compromise on things. 

We need to wrangle it in. 

It is harder than it sounds or seems. 

Way harder. 

We know we are gong to have an amazingly beautiful, loving, crazy fun wedding but there are cuts that are going to have to be made. 

This is where any advice, help or tips comes in super handy. 

We are willing to make things for the wedding, we are not scared DIY'ers.

( minus a nail gun, I'm not allowed to work those from past experiences )

Where did you find you could save the most money in your wedding without having to severely cut out things?

What places did you find had the best deals on items you needed?

How long did these items take you / how much manpower to make if any?

We are already making our own centerpieces and our cake / cupcake holder from ideas I found on Pinterest. 

But in all honestly Pinterest is completely overwhelming lately and I can't focus. 

We are ready to put on our creative bride hat and focus on what needs to get done. 

That is why we am reaching out to all of you. 

Thank you for any and all help! 

Kristen and Holly 

xoxoxoxo

It's all in who you know .....

What makes a wedding so incredibly special are the people who are nearest and dearest to your heart standing along side of you. 

It takes careful consideration when deciding who you want in your wedding. 

Or at least it did for me.

I mean this is the day when you need the friends who you can count on through thick and thin. 

They are the peanut butter to my jelly, the ones who I turn to when I need to laugh, cry or just get crazy with. They are my chosen family.

These girls are the cream of the crop, my besties.

I'm blessed. Truly. 

Each one of these ladies brings something unique to the table.  

As I asked them one by one I could visualize them supporting me as I make this lifelong commitment to the woman I love with all my heart. 

I love each and every one of these faces ....

Carrie Vincent : My Maid of Honor, My Monkey, My BFFAA - I can't imagine doing this without her.  

I'm her Banana and she is my Monkey, never to be replaced. I couldn’t be happier that she is now living back in the ROC and close to me!!!! I have missed her more than words can say! Recently this beautiful woman, with a contagious laugh achieved one her huge goals and is graduating from school. I am so super proud of her for making her dreams a reality. She deserves every happiness possible.  I can talk and hang out with her for hours and it feels like minutes, and I especially love when she serenades me with  " All the single ladies"!!!

Michelle Yeager : My Bridesmaid, My Twinsie ( isn't she gorgeous?? )

Put us next to each other and people can't believe we aren't sisters or even twins for that matter.  Same looks, same characteristics and same traits and not related at all. Or as far as we know. By chance we met at work about 4 years ago and we instantly were bonded.  I have so many wishes for this beautiful loving lady and I know that in due time all of her dreams will come true. Timing Michelle, Timing. She is my cupcake tester, my shopping buddy,  and one of these most magnificent photographers I know . Twinforce!!!!

Sarah Fitch : My Bridesmaid and My Residual 

We have known each other for years .. but over the course of the last couple of years we have grown closer than ever. Whether we are enjoying a nice glass (or many) of wine together or time yelling at the damn TV to cheer for the Buffalo Bills we always seem to have so much fun! She has a wonderfully adventurous and determined spirit to her that makes her my Residual!!!

Allison LaPoint : My Bridesmaid, Bestie and NKOTB Lover

Change. That is the best word to describe my BFF of over 20 years and she is having the year of her life. Recently married ( less than 2 months ago ) I feel privileged to stand by her side as her Maid of Honor on her big day. We have gone through tons of things together, some good, some not so good and some just great! We are going seriously going to be the old ladies in the nursing home causing trouble when we are old.  

Brenda Burton: My Bridesmaid, Long Lost Friend and Best Purse Giver in the world
One of the most amazing Momma's I know is a great way to start describing this hilarious dear friend of mine. She has one of the best personalities which is exactly why her kids are probably the most well rounded children I know. We have changed a lot over the years, lost track of one another and reunited. No matter what I know this friend who's family warms my heart is in my life forever. 

Sheila Leatherman Lucyszyn: My Bridesmaid and My Wifey

About 10 years ago we met by coincidence and I couldn't be happier about it. Literally if you want to let loose and have a great time, this girl is the one I call. She is a blast in a glass, no joke. Even if she has a husband (who is pretty great) and one ..two babies, she is still my wifey and Halloween Party Companion!!