When I first started planning my wedding, I thought that having a live DJ was a must. The DJ is the one who gets the party started and guides the reception right? How can a wedding run without someone to play the music, announce the new couple, cue the music for the first dance, and tell everyone what is happening? However, when I started to do some research on getting a DJ, I came to the realization that having a live DJ is quite expensive. The average fees for having a live DJ for 4 hours was between $1,500 and $2,000. Since we were having a wedding on a tight budget, I realized that if I wanted to have a DJ at my wedding I would have to make major sacrifices to the decorations, wedding favors, and refreshments at my reception. Faced with having to make a decision between a live DJ and being able to afford a beautiful reception that I would be proud of, I decided to explore some other options.
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Save Big Money On Your Wedding Entertainment
Posted on January 19th, 2011 by April Knobles in Wedding Reception, WeddingsPlace Card Holders – A Personal Touch
Posted on January 6th, 2011 by April Knobles in Fall Wedding Favors, Wedding Favors, Wedding Reception
It takes a creative mind and lots of organization to plan a wedding. There are many different aspects to planning a wedding in addition to the moment when the couple says “I do”. One very important part of planning a wedding is to make the seating chart. It is very important that all of your guests feel comfortable with where they are sitting in order for them to thoroughly enjoy the reception. In order to make sure that your guests know where they are supposed to sit, place card holders are needed on the table for each guest as this is one way of making each guest feel that their presence is welcomed and cherished.
Here are a few of the top picks for place card holders that have been matched with a wedding theme. This may also give you some ideas on what to choose for your own wedding. Four of the most common wedding themes that correspond to the four seasons in a year are featured below:
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Hot Wedding Trends for 2011
Posted on December 23rd, 2010 by Kori Ellis in Wedding Reception
Are you getting married in 2011? Congratulations! Planning your wedding can be very stressful. From the big things — like your wedding gown — to the small things — like unique wedding favors — you want to get every last detail just right.
When planning your wedding, browse wedding magazines, websites and books to learn about the latest wedding trends. Then, incorporate some of the hottest trends with some classic wedding traditions to make your big day truly special. Let’s check out some of the hottest wedding trends for 2011.
How to Choose A Wedding Cake
Posted on September 17th, 2008 by Kori Ellis in Wedding Favors, Wedding ReceptionCheck out this video about how to choose a wedding cake. If you think you should have a traditional white cake, you might change your mind after checking out this video. Lisa Birnbach of Howdini interviews Carley Roney, editor and chief of The Knot to talk about about all the latest wedding cake trends.
No matter what type of wedding cake you choose, Truly Wedding Favors can offer you the perfect wedding favors. From picture frame wedding favors to candle wedding favors, and even cake wedding favors, Truly has an amazing assortment of unique wedding favors to choose from.
And for your convenience, Truly Wedding Favors offers a toll-free customer care line at 1-888-44-TRULY, where a friendly representative will be happy to help with any questions, comments or orders.
“First Dance” Wedding Videos
Posted on June 11th, 2008 by Kori Ellis in Wedding Favors, Wedding ReceptionWhen planning your wedding, you will undoubtedly be exploring ways to add a little of your own personality into the ceremony and reception. Many couples are doing this through their “First Dance.”
By now, you have probably seen the family “Sir Mix A Lot” wedding dance, but if you haven’t take a look.
In the last year or two, many of these “surprise dance” wedding videos have popped up on YouTube. They are undoubtedly funny and fun. Here are a few of my personal favorites ….
When adding a little personal flavor to your wedding day, it’s not just about the music. It’s also about your vows, decorations and all the little personal touches at the ceremony and reception.
One way to add some personality at your reception is through your choice of wedding favors. Here at Truly Wedding Favors, we offer hundreds of wedding favors in almost every type of theme, style and design.
Examples included Asian themed favors, classic crystal wedding favors, or fun and whimsical favors.
When planning every part of your wedding day, be sure to incorporate touches of your heritage, personality and style to make your day special and Truly you.
Decorating Your Wedding Reception Tables
Posted on May 25th, 2008 by Kori Ellis in Wedding Favors, Wedding ReceptionWe like to give you more than just tips for wedding favors here. If you are trying to figure out how to decorate your wedding reception tables, check out this video.
In this video, they show three completely different kinds of wedding tables and explain how you can decorate them for the big day.
Whether you are looking for a traditional look, a more modern design, or something completely out of the ordinary with a ultra contemporary feel, you can get a lot of ideas from this video.
Whatever type of look you decide on, you can find the appropriate wedding favors here at Truly Wedding Favors. From elegant and simple favors to modern and fun, you will be certain to find what you need.
If you aren’t sure what size and shape of wedding tables you want to use, check out this other video. This video explains the common types and sizes of reception tables available.
