Wedding Planning Checklist - My Wedding Reception Ideas

1 Wedding Planning Checklist "A guide for keeping the DIY bride sane while Planning her Wedding . This easy to follow Checklist offers a countdown to your big day listing the most important duties to tackle before you tie the knot. Quickie engagement? Simply bump up your timeline and take care of the most important details first." ~ My Wedding Reception IdeasYou're engaged! What next?Decide on guest sizeDetermine your budgetMeet with family members who are sharing expenses to discuss financial expectationsSet your Wedding dateOpen a Pinterest account (if you don't already have one!)Start pinning inspiration photos and ideasResearch Wedding gownsFind ceremony siteFind Reception siteBook officiantBook photographerBook DJChoose your theme and/or Wedding colorsBook and take engagement photosWrite out rough guest listOrder Save the Dates (great time to show off your favorite engagement pics) Wedding gownGo Shopping.

2 Headpiece and veilJewelryShoesBook catererBook cake makerBook floristResearch Wedding day musicChoose and ask your Wedding partyStart diet & exercise routine now to relieve stress and keep skin glowingEngagement to 9 months before wedding8 months to 6 months before weddingRegister for Wedding giftsResearch honey moon spotsSubmit engagement photo to newspapersShop for Wedding party attireDiscuss Wedding colors with mother-of-the-bride and groom to arrange attireCreate guest list with addressesResearch Wedding day hairstylesBook make-up and hair appointmentsChoose ceremony musiciansAddress and send save the datesLook at Wedding ringsCandlesStart shopping for ceremony & Reception decor:LightsCenterpiecesTableclothsTulle , ribbon, and other fabricOther propsCandy buffet decorationsDinnerware (If the caterer is not providing)BarwareOther: _____SignsChoose and ask ushers for your ceremonyAttend showers and partiesMeet with family members to discuss responsibilities of bar, rehearsal dinner, and ask readers for your ceremonyMeet with officiant to discuss expectationsArrange Wedding transportationAttend any marriage classes required by your churchMake reservations and book transportation for honeymoonFinalize Wedding ring orderInvitations5 months to 4 months before your weddingOrder Wedding stationery including:Envelopes, seals, and stampsResponse cardsReception cardsDirection cardsThank you cards (unless using a Wedding day photo) Order ceremony accessories:Unity candle or sand ceremony setRing bearer pillowFlower girl basketAisle runnerPew decorationsFinalize bouquets with florist if neededOrder Reception accessories.

3 Guest book and/or signature mat and penNapkinsGuest favorsCake serving setGarterToasting flutesCake topperCard boxCatererAssemble invitations and take one to the post office to have weighedMail out invitations (6-8 weeks before big day)Cake makerFloristCeremony musiciansDJPhotographerUse Wedding guest list to keep track of the rsvp's that you receive. (Also useful for sending thank you's after your big day)3 months to 2 months before your weddingFinalize arrangements and orders with:Order Wedding programsGet marriage license (and blood tests if required by your state)GroomsmenPurchase the remainder of your decorationsBridesmaidsFlower girlRingbearerParents of the brideParents of the groomDetermine seating arrangements and write out place cardsName changePurchase gifts:Bank accountsNew social security card applicationTake care of and arrange legal details:Write Wedding vowsWrite toasts and speechesFinalize bar list and place orderRemind bridesmaids to schedule alterationsMake-up and hair run throughFinal fitting for Wedding gownOrganize Wedding supplies to make sure you have everythingWrap gifts and write cardsReadersUshersBartendersFlower pinners1 month before your weddingDecoratorsMeet with DJ to discuss song lists, name pronunciations, duties with:Stay hydrated and get plenty of restPick up Wedding gownConfirm all services and reservationsGive final guest count to catererMake envelopes for payment to vendors and write out the checks2 weeks before your weddingPack for Wedding night and honeymoonGet rest and hydrate, hydrate, hydrateBobby pins1 week before your weddingArrange Wedding day emergency kit:Safety pinsNail glueHairsprayMake-up for emergency fixesTissuesBreath, relax, and enjoy your new lives as husband and wife.

4 Congrats! XOXOThe Call ListKeep all your most important contacts and vendors organized and on hand with this super convenient contact Gown and Alterations:Name:Phone Number:Company:Notes:Photographer:Name:P hone Number:Company:Notes:Caterer:Name:Phone Number:Company:Notes:Cake Maker:Name:Phone Number:Company:Notes:DJ:Name:Phone Number:Company:Notes:Florist:Name:Phone Number:Company:Notes:Other:Name:Phone Number:Company:Notes.