I need money saving ideas!!

[dhigs4506]

Hi everyone! Im new to this site and trying to come up with some creative ideas that can help cut back on the cost of a wedding!

I almost died when I started researching wedding reception sites and costs!!:o

[NowAShelton]

the best advie i could think of for saving money is DIY!!!! as much as possible!! and watch for sales! oh and im not sure when your wedding is but if it is far enough in advance you can get all the holiday candy after it goes on sale! (i missed out on this)

[Jenna5366]

Welcome to OW! You'll find lots of tips to save money on this website. :) But I agree with Mandie... DIY!!! :D

[snowflakebride]

the best advie i could think of for saving money is DIY!!!!

Definitely. This is one of the best forms of advice for saving on a wedding. There is so much you can do. Check out the DIY section of the forum as so many girls here have great ideas!

[Danielle9608]

I see you are from Boston - I am too. The best "regional" advice I can give you to save money is not to go through a hotel. Go to a place that you can bring in your own cater. Caters are much cheaper in the "per person" price then most hotels and hotel chains are. Also bargain with people - Don't be afraid to wheel and deal because if you feel like something is to much - tell them your price and usually you and then vendor can find a happy medium. Good luck, and stick around because the ladies on here are so helpful with tons of good ideas.

[dhigs4506]

Thanks everyone!

I agree that the hotels in the area seem to be the most expensive so we are staying clear of them...I almost died when one hotel required a 20k MINIMUM for food and beverage. OMG!!!

I am not really that crafty but I might want to take on the challenge of DIY invites!

[Danielle9608]

I am not really that crafty but I might want to take on the challenge of DIY invites!

Some of the craftiest people I know have said that - you might just surprise yourself :)

[WebLady]

Here are a few another threads with some money saving tips -
http://forums.onewed.com/showthread.php?t=16370
http://forums.onewed.com/showthread.php?p=236467
http://forums.onewed.com/showthread.php?t=15933

[ger]

Welcome. There are lots of crafty people on here that love to give very helpful advice. Just ask the questions...someone will be happy to help you out!!

[MrsDM]

Welcome to OW! You are the first one I met with the same wedding date!! WHOO HOO!!!

I'm not too incredibly crafty myself, but honestly, the ladies here at OW have inspired me to do so much by myself. Check out the DIY Forums. There are some awesome ideas there!!!

[Scrwballsgrl]

Ditto for the DIY advice!
Welcome to OW this is a great place to get ideas & opinions
Good luck with your planning!

[dhigs4506]

thanks everyone, you are all so nice!

thank you also for the links to the other discussions. I feel so overwhelmed...I think once we get a venue nailed down I will feel better. :D

[Nekochanpurr]

Welcome to OW! Honestly, i did the same thing when i looked at wedding costs.. But there are ways around some things!! Just ask questions, and we will all try and help. *^^*

[FirechickBride]

DIY is a big tip. Dont bother with DIY Cater its alot of work and seen it flop and alot of brides seem to change their minds. Firehall banquet rooms can be a tipper. not all firehalls do it or have one but its worth a shot. make your own favors and your own centerpieces. Pat catans and such or world of values and dollar tree is great for DIY. I just got a set of 6 champagne glasses in a vase for $18 now that is a deal! You usually only get 2 glasses for $45

http://www.problemsolvers.com/product.asp?section_id=0&department=0&search_type=normal&search_value=p80970&cur_index=&pcode=274

[ford_lauderdale]

Well, all the ideas given in this thread are really cool.. hope this might be do the trick of cutting cost for dhigs.. Anyways, good luck dude