Betsy Meeh asked:
One of the main events in a wedding is the reception; however, with couples having to incur practically every expense for their wedding, having a lavish reception can be difficult. Couples can still accomplish having a wonderful wedding by being creative, using the resources around them and not being afraid to be different.
The first thing you need for your reception is a place to gather with all your guests. Check with your church parish, many parishes have a decently sized placed that can be used as a reception hall. This option will be a lot cheaper.
To decorate the hall for your wedding reception, have some of your relatives or friends create the decorations. You’ll be amazed at how creative and talented people are. Your loved ones won’t charge you what a professional will.
If your wedding is not a huge affair, consider having your wedding reception in the backyard of a family member or acquaintance. To economize even further, borrow chairs and tables from family and friends.
Since the biggest cost at a wedding is the food, consider a potluck. As you send out your invitations make sure to include a special note giving your guests the option of bringing a present or a dish. You’ll be surprised at the amazing response you’ll get. Request a reply so you can monitor how much food you’ll be getting.
Another way to keep your expenses low is by having someone you know make all the food. This will be less costly than a professional caterer. Ask your bridesmaids and groomsmen to help you serve the food. Relatives and friends are always eager to help during these events.
Facing a big expense and being in a tight budget can be very discouraging for a couple; however, by being savvy and free spirited a couple can have a wonderful wedding. Hosting their wedding in a backyard, at the parish hall or even at a nice park should be seriously considered by a couple on a budget. And having family and friends help with decorations and even the food should be an option as well. With some creativity and hard work, a couple can have a wonderful reception on a budget.
SINCLAIR
One of the main events in a wedding is the reception; however, with couples having to incur practically every expense for their wedding, having a lavish reception can be difficult. Couples can still accomplish having a wonderful wedding by being creative, using the resources around them and not being afraid to be different.
The first thing you need for your reception is a place to gather with all your guests. Check with your church parish, many parishes have a decently sized placed that can be used as a reception hall. This option will be a lot cheaper.
To decorate the hall for your wedding reception, have some of your relatives or friends create the decorations. You’ll be amazed at how creative and talented people are. Your loved ones won’t charge you what a professional will.
If your wedding is not a huge affair, consider having your wedding reception in the backyard of a family member or acquaintance. To economize even further, borrow chairs and tables from family and friends.
Since the biggest cost at a wedding is the food, consider a potluck. As you send out your invitations make sure to include a special note giving your guests the option of bringing a present or a dish. You’ll be surprised at the amazing response you’ll get. Request a reply so you can monitor how much food you’ll be getting.
Another way to keep your expenses low is by having someone you know make all the food. This will be less costly than a professional caterer. Ask your bridesmaids and groomsmen to help you serve the food. Relatives and friends are always eager to help during these events.
Facing a big expense and being in a tight budget can be very discouraging for a couple; however, by being savvy and free spirited a couple can have a wonderful wedding. Hosting their wedding in a backyard, at the parish hall or even at a nice park should be seriously considered by a couple on a budget. And having family and friends help with decorations and even the food should be an option as well. With some creativity and hard work, a couple can have a wonderful reception on a budget.
SINCLAIR