Flower Girls and Ring Bearers...

Flower girls and ring bearers always add such a special touch to weddings.  It is also a good way to bring families together.

Wendy Hartigan, a wedding planner, says when she is asked about children in weddings “The first thing I say is, ‘whatever the little ones do is cute.’ You can't stress over it. We practice it, we talk about it and we make them feel really important. We plan for a grownup to take over if they falter or get confused once they get up the aisle. If they are really little, we have them go in pairs holding hands.”

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Having children in your wedding can be such a cute and special touch and may be just a bit challenging. But I’m sure it will be a day that they will never forget and neither will you.

Wedding Checklist

You have booked the caterer, venue, officiant and photographer months ago, but now you need to focus on the physical items you need at your wedding. Some items you need to plan for in the months ahead like the decor. Other items like personal things or gifts can be purchased within the weeks leading up to the wedding. Making a list of the items can help you make sure you don't forget anything.

Ceremony

Planning for your ceremony is the most important aspect of your special day. You need flowers including bouquets, boutonnieres, rose petals (if needed) and corsages. Decorations for your ceremony should also be on your supply list as well as extras like heavy duty tape in case something comes loose, glue and scissors in case a piece of tulle or ribbon comes apart. Purchase something for the flower girl to put her flower petals in, a ring bearer pillow, guest book, photo checklist and a unity candle. And make sure you have the rings and especially the marriage license

Reception

Having the reception run smoothly can let your guests be at ease and you not worry about whether they are happy. Decorations including centerpieces, the cake table decor and lighting are important. Place settings including name cards, silverware, toasting glasses and regular glasses need to be on the supply list. Don't forget small details like a cake cutter, topper, a garter and a bird cage or other element for guests to put cards in.

Gifts and Favors

Giving out gifts to the bridal party and anyone else that helped out will show your appreciation for those people celebrating your wedding. Make sure you have gifts for all your bridesmaids and groomsmen, ring bearer, flower girl, guest book attendant and anyone else who was involved with the wedding. Also plan on how many guests are going to be at the wedding and make or purchase small favors for each of them to take home. This can include anything engraved with the date of the wedding or even bags of candy that sport the colors of your wedding.

Personal Items

Having personal items on you can make your day go smoothly. Bring extra straight pins, bobby pins, hairspray, makeup including powder, facial tissue, aspirin, deodorant, spare shoes, mints, comb and hairspray. Also remember to bring something small to eat before the ceremony and extra water, too. Always bring more than you'll need so that you're prepared.

As wedding planners, we at It's Your Party are the queens of lists...we make lists on top of lists so nothing is left to chance! So we definitely understand the importance of making a list for every aspect of your special day.  We are passionate about what we do and work very hard at keeping the stress of the day way from the bride and her family.

Please leave any comments or suggestions of ways to make this most precious day run smoothly.

Wedding Day Signs!

There are a variety of ways to use wedding signs as you plan your big event. Custom wedding signs add beauty, elegance and even fun to your wedding decor. There are a wide variety of sign ideas for weddings, including vintage, beach, rustic and more. 

If you have your logistics ironed out ahead of time with well-placed wedding signage that identifies where to park, where to place gifts, etc., your wedding day will be smooth and trouble-free.  Personalized wedding signs range in size, shape and materials.  Here are some examples of great wedding day signs for your big day.

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Wedding day signs can add personality to your wedding and your own touch to your special day.  Are you planning on using any signage on your wedding day?  Please share!