We have established a budget, we have determined what we consider most important to us, now here are a few ways to save money via DIY and the pro's and con's for each of Photography, Music, and Reception. Our next blog will cover more DIY pro's and con's, covering
Gifts, Stationery, Transportation, Flowers,
Rings, Attire, Ceremony
PHOTOGRAPHY 12% OR DIY
Some ways that people DIY is gather cameras and have all people at the wedding take photos then compile them, choose, and make copies. Another way to DIY is to choose 2-3 people to take the photos with digital cameras. Or rent professional equipment.
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Pro’s
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Con’s
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*Seeing what each photographer
thought was worth documenting
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-sorting through 2000+ photos
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*A lot of special moments were shot from many different angles – it’s
like having a 360-degree view!
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-finding a user-friendly site that would allow us to share our albums
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*Our wedding paparazzi were all
people we know and love.
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*No waiting three months for editing – we had all of our photos in our
hands within a day or two.
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*Film and battery purchases,
film developing, and printing I think we spend under $150.
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BANDS/DJ 8% OR DIY
Some DIY ideas include having a family member who is in a band come as a favor, or hire a DJ. You could also ask musically minded family or friends to act as a DJ with an ipod and sound system. You could send out song request ideas via email or IM on Facebook/Social Media to your guest so you can compile the songs in advance. Don't forget your favorites!
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Pro’s
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Con’s
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Take complete
control of the music
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periodically check on music and sound system
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iPod with an endless playlist
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requesting songs
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RECEPTION 48% OR DIY
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Pro’s
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Con’s
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Intimacy of family and friends favorites
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Time consumption
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Money saving
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Number of people
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The Sky is your limit on Cake
Design
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Professionalism of Cakes
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Choosing a Family Favorite Place
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May still have to pay a Venue
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