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Masonbride
Ice cream float bar
Masonbride, on March 11, 2019 at 2:26 PM

FH & I decided to have a float bar set up, we’re gonna have mason jars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream in them & an assortment of glass bottle sodas for people to choose from, this is in...

Casey, Mar 21, 2019 12 268
FutureMrsS
Wedding send off alternatives?
FutureMrsS, on March 17, 2019 at 1:07 PM

Hi there! Questions for all y'all lovely ladies. My fiance and I are staying at the same hotel that our guests are and we are having a quaint "after party" on the patio to the hotel after the...

Michelle, Mar 18, 2019 9 1,633
Shiann
Budget Table Cloths
Shiann, on February 15, 2019 at 10:27 PM

I am on a tight budget so I’m leaning toward plastic table cloths but I don’t want to risk appearing cheap. Looking for ideas & pictures.

Misty, Mar 18, 2019 20 3,844
Kiah
Help!!! Breach of contract?!
Kiah, on March 15, 2019 at 9:12 PM

Hi everyone. So I’m getting married in two weeks at the literal venue of my dreams.. huge winery and resort, vineyard.. it literally spooks like a castle, And if you’re from Atlanta you probably know...

Sherry, Mar 18, 2019 38 1,606
Allie
Seating chart- table numbers
Allie, on March 15, 2019 at 1:02 PM

So, silly question here. My wedding is relatively casual but after reading forums here, realize it's best to do assigned seating so we won't have any problems fitting everyone into our small venue....

Danielle K, Mar 18, 2019 25 1,315
Joanna
How to chill beer and wine
Joanna, on March 17, 2019 at 7:29 PM

Hey, All! I was just wondering what others have use to chill beer/wine for their reception? We thought of using a chest freezer but don’t want the beer to freeze. We dont have access to their kitchen,...

Nicole, Mar 17, 2019 5 205
J
Disposable camera for guest selfies, fb group for photo sharing?
Jennifer, on March 16, 2019 at 8:41 PM

I would like to put a disposable camera on my guest book table and ask my guests to snap a selfie. Just wondering what everyone thinks of this idea? I am also trying to figure out how to get candid...

KitandKaboodle, Mar 17, 2019 12 576
The Nuptials
Are photo booths played out?
The Nuptials, on January 20, 2018 at 5:03 PM

We are having a black tie wedding in a major city (with all the trimmings) and I put a photo booth on my list of vendors. We haven't contracted yet, but it should be about $500 after discounts....

Mark, Mar 16, 2019 41 4,214
Emily
Floor Plan Generator?
Emily, on March 14, 2019 at 9:47 PM

Is there an app or website that has a floor plan generator? Something that will include me adding the dimensions of the venue, tables and guest number?

MrsD, Mar 15, 2019 7 242 1
Emily
Reception Floor Layout Plans
Emily, on March 14, 2019 at 3:56 PM

I'm trying to get a floor plan for the reception and could really use some input. I will have the Bridal table on one end and on the opposite side of the room is the kitchen so the food will go on...

Christie, Mar 14, 2019 8 1,369
V
Introduction Songs
Veronica, on March 12, 2019 at 5:21 PM

Need some help with introduction songs. MIL announced she expects to be introduced at the reception. I just wanted to have the parents stand up at the table. I thought this would be easier because...

Veronica, Mar 14, 2019 11 1,182
Arkilia
Taco Truck for cocktail hour?
Arkilia, on March 4, 2019 at 2:25 PM

We are thinking about serving taco's during cocktail hour. We love taco's, its our go to food. In planning my wedding I have gotten really hung up on planning for guest and not really thinking about...

Krystal, Mar 13, 2019 25 1,551 2
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Napkins vs Ring Holders Annoyance
Jolie, on March 12, 2019 at 12:56 PM

So surprise surprise my mom wants to have input on napkins because I told her colored napkins would be an additional cost. I want them to be blue to match my base color for the girl's dresses. The...

Jeanelle, Mar 13, 2019 13 869
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Let's Talk Donuts/doughnuts
Mrs. Putz, on March 5, 2019 at 1:40 PM

I am curious on people who are having or had donuts for their dessert at their wedding! Where did you get your donuts from? Or where do you plan to get them from? How do you plan on displaying them...

JurassicBride, Mar 13, 2019 11 262
Tori
Is it possible to fit 11 people at a 60" round?
Tori, on March 11, 2019 at 1:54 PM

I know it's pushing it but it's half kids. There's only 5 family children attending so I'd like them to sit with their parents. 6 adults and 5 kids? I know it's pushing it, but what do you all think? ...

Tori, Mar 12, 2019 17 2,099
Rhea
Trick or Treating
Rhea, on March 12, 2019 at 5:04 PM

Okay, so my fiancé and I are getting married on Halloween and I suggested substituting bar hopping with trick or treating. Obviously he said we’re too old for that but I figured I’d come and ask you....

Michelle, Mar 12, 2019 13 335
FutureStephD
Order of speeches / toasts
FutureStephD, on March 12, 2019 at 10:26 AM

Hi all, Does the order of speeches (i.e. who says welcome) signify who the host (i.e. who is paying for the wedding) is? Our plan was to have FH say welcome/ thank you for coming, followed by best...

Formerbride, Mar 12, 2019 9 239
Nicole
What are your first dance songs?
Nicole, on March 11, 2019 at 8:52 PM

I'm between "the rest of our lives" Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, "This is It" Scotty Mcreary, and "In case you didn't know" Brett Young. Just curious what songs you guys have decided on

Hillary, Mar 12, 2019 13 208
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Backyard Wedding Cups
Mikki, on March 11, 2019 at 8:08 PM

Hey everyone! My wedding will be in Maui on a lawn area near the ocean. Everything is BYO, basically like a backyard wedding. We will have beer and wine only for our bar, but have to bring in the...

KiwiDerbyBride, Mar 11, 2019 3 179
Maria
Donut Centerpiece
Maria, on March 10, 2019 at 3:44 PM

I am having a Coffee themed wedding. I really like the donut hole centerpieces and donuts with coordinating wedding colors. Has anyone done this? Or edible centerpieces??? Pros vs Cons? Any opinions...

Tiffany, Mar 11, 2019 21 1,447
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