DIY Pro's and Con's

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.

Pro’s	Con’s
*Seeing what each photographer thought was worth documenting	-sorting through 2000+ photos
*A lot of special moments were shot from many different angles – it’s like having a 360-degree view!	-finding a user-friendly site that would allow us to share our albums
*Our wedding paparazzi were all people we know and love.
*No waiting three months for editing – we had all of our photos in our hands within a day or two.
*Film and battery purchases, film developing, and printing I think we spend under $150.

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!

Pro’s	Con’s
Take complete control of the music	periodically check on music and sound system
iPod with an endless playlist	requesting songs

RECEPTION  48% OR DIY

Pro’s	Con’s
Intimacy of family and friends favorites	Time consumption
Money saving	Number of people
The Sky is your limit on Cake Design	Professionalism of Cakes
Choosing a Family Favorite Place	May still have to pay a Venue