Discussions from Karen & Rene in WeddingWire

Where can I get *CHEAP* Pillar candles?

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on April 27, 2011 at 10:08 AM

I finally decided on a centerpiece! Gven the fact that our budget is tight and we have already gone over it by twice as much, I believe this would be a nice alternative. I am doing candles (see pics...

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Finished DIY Table # Luminaries

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on January 16, 2012 at 4:55 PM

I have finished my first table number luminary. It was really easy to make and very affordable, the only downfall is the ink will run, if while you are making it your hands sweat, so I used gloves. ...

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Wedding Timeline Template

Karen & Rene in Planning, on November 22, 2011 at 9:46 AM

I found a template on line I customized and so far, I have gotten great feedback from my vendors. I believe it covers everything and will make things smoother. it covers all the activities and who is...

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Groupon for Wedding Dresses!!

Karen & Rene in Wedding Attire, on July 16, 2014 at 12:57 PM

Ladies, I found this online, I hope it helps http://www.groupon.com/deals/gg-kirstie-kelly-signature-wedding-gowns-2?utm_campaign=UserReferral&utm_medium=email&utm_source=uu

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Budget Bridesmaids Goody Bags are Ready

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on January 30, 2012 at 8:56 AM

Thanks to all the wonderful posts I read here and Hayley's coupons and ideas; I have managed to ensemble a nice goody bag for my BM's all for a very very low price. Tote Bags- Free from VP with...

Bridget, May 7, 2013 20 26

Wedding Shoes on Sale!!!

Karen & Rene in Wedding Attire, on November 2, 2012 at 3:41 PM

Ladies I have not been here in a while, but I saw this sale and thought of you. JCP is having a clearance sale and these shoes ans many more are $24!! aybe for the bridesmaids, maybe for you,...

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VP deal on Groupon

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on May 16, 2012 at 10:10 AM

If you have purchased before go to inline deals, if not http://www.groupon.com/r/uu4640749 $ 17 for $70 worth of products

his_reesescup, May 16, 2012 1 13

Advice from Someone Who Has Been There...

Karen & Rene in Etiquette and Advice, on May 2, 2012 at 4:44 PM

Ladies please do NOT skimp on a DJ. Your DJ will make or break your reception. I DIY mostly everything on my wedding, however, my DJ was a professional one, not the most expensive, but a professional...

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Ladies Groupon has a lot of wedding DEALS today!

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on March 28, 2012 at 12:37 PM

There are a few local ones for North Jersey for cupcakes but a LOT of National ones http://www.groupon.com/r/uu4640749 too bad they didn't have it when I got married :/

Future Mrs. S, Mar 28, 2012 4 13

My Non-Traditional Banner was a hit!

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on March 21, 2012 at 3:17 PM

I wanted to make our wedding somewhat different... so instead of having a "here comes the Bride Banner" I had this banner.... "last chance to run" on the other side it said "Happily Ever After"...

Jenn, Mar 21, 2012 1 10

VistaPrint Livingsocial $ 50 for $10

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on March 21, 2012 at 9:06 AM

There is a new livingsocial deal from Vistaprint, under Bergen County http://www.livingsocial.com/deals/288658?rui=41900857&ref=de... Spend $10 get $ 50.

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From Beginning to End

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on March 14, 2012 at 11:23 AM

We had started out planning for a small wedding of 51 people and a budget of $6,000 In the process our list grew to 81 guests and the budget became $ 12,000 In the end we spent...

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I am a Married Lady *pics*updated more pics

Karen & Rene in Etiquette and Advice, on March 12, 2012 at 7:55 AM

Ladies I am back and married! Needless to say it was all I expected and more. Our ceremony was simply beautiful, we kept it short and sweet. Our reception was a blast, I am still getting messages from...

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2 Days to go- Any Advice?

Karen & Rene in Etiquette and Advice, on March 8, 2012 at 1:29 PM

I have 2 more days to go. I am anxious and worried and happy and stressed out at the same time. Is there anything I should know? Anything I am forgetting? Anything I should do not do?

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Advice from a Bride to Be on Transportation

Karen & Rene in Etiquette and Advice, on March 6, 2012 at 1:35 PM

If you are on a budget as I am, transportation can become a headache. I cannot afford to rent 2 limos so that left me with the issue at hand. My advice to you... I got it from another bride, Book a...

Nicole Elizabeth, Mar 6, 2012 5 12

My Crystal Trees

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on March 6, 2012 at 12:03 PM

We have finally finished all 5 crystal trees,a lot of work and not cheap at all, but well worth it I love them. In these pictures you cannot see the LED lights at the bottom of the tree, but when the...

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Cheap Crystal Garland!!

Karen & Rene in Do It Yourself, on February 24, 2012 at 10:39 AM

I am having second thoughts on my centerpieces being all short. So we decided to have half the centerpieces be tall! I want crystal trees, since my budget is so tight, I decided of course to DIY! I...

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My Bridal Shower was Amazing

Karen & Rene in Planning, on February 20, 2012 at 5:52 PM

It was a surprise and oh so wonderful! My MOH and Bm's outdid themselves. They rented a room in a steakhouse and we had wonderful food and dessert and fun and games, and I could not be anymore...