Money saving tips for your Wedding
by Ginny, MyBridalStore.com

1. Select a menu that incorporates ingrediences in season. Ordering vegetable, herbs or fruit that are out of season will cost more.

2. If offering a choice of entrees at a sit down dinner, make sure you send out menu choice cards with your invitations. This will help with placing your final food guaranteed with your caterer and also prevent food waste.

3. When selecting your wedding cake, keep in mind that bakers charge per slice. Consider ordering a cake for 50% of your guest count (that will be cut for photos) and a sheet cake for the other 50%. (Sheet cake doesn't cost as much and taste just as good and can be cut in kitchen)

Limit the waste of alcohol at your reception:

1. Make sure servers do not serve wine or champagne to an unattended glass.( toast with existing drink save on champagne cost.)

2. Only fill glass half way whether served at table or bar.

3. Refills only after asking.

4. Open bottles only as needed.

Florals in bloom:
First select your floral color scheme and design. Then choose flowers that are in season. Your florist will work with you in making sure your favorites are incorporated.

Think fresh fruit, yes combine seasonal fruits and vegetables into your floral decor, such as lemons, limes, grapes, pomegranates or artichokes. tip: Utilize your ceremony florals for your reception decor.

“Love is friendship set on fire.” --Jeremy Taylor