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When selecting Valentine’s Day flowers, many recommend buying them from 1800flowers or 1-800-Flowers. 1800flowers specializes in retail sales of flowers and gifts within the country. MSNBC recently made a report comparing the company against its competitors. MSNBC said that 1800flowers has greater transparency in pricing and is more honest with regards to its pricing policies.

One flower package teenagers particularly like from 1800flowers is the Twilight Valentines Day Flowers Bundle. This package includes beautiful flowers and gifts inspired by Stephanie Meyer’s “Twilight” series. This will be the perfect gift for Edward Cullen, Jacob Black and Bella Swan fans. The concept comes in two packages. The Basic Package costs $49.95. It comes with 12 Premium long stem roses and an exclusive Twilight gift card/poster from Hallmark. A clear or silver vase is available at additional cost. The price of the Premium Package is $99.90. It includes 24 Premium long stem roses, pre-order “New Moon” DVD, an exclusive Hallmark Twilight card/poster, and collectible Twilight chocolate candy bars. A clear or silver vase is also available at an additional cost.

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2-NO RENTAL FEES- Tables and chairs are being borrowed from our church for just a small donation to the church, cheaper than renting and it benefits our church!

3-NO CATERES- We're doing a "Family Favorites" buffet having family members supply "those certain" dishes that they are known for making so well. Then I'm going to print out little table tents saying who made what. IF you opt to supply the food yourself, keep your menu simple as far as the number/variety of dishes. It's better to have more of a few then just a few of more.

4-NO FLORIST/DECORATORS- I'm just going to carry a single red rose tied w/ribbon and long streamers, my maid of honor a white one. Making my own centerpieces, which I have TONS of ideas/designs that can all be done for less than $5-$8 each, feel free to email me for ideas if you'd like!

5-DON'T ORDER INVITATIONS- Cheaper to print your own…utilize your local discount stores…I found wedding invitation kits that will make 40 for $2.99 per kit at my local Ollies discount store. And each kit includes: Invitation, outer mailing envelope, RSVP cards, return envelopes, foil stickers, instruction sheet for setting up printer format, and a sheet w/suggested wording for different family/hosting situations.
They also had kits for Thank you cards that make 80 for $4.99. Basically I only spent about $11 for all my invites and Thank You cards, and they are just beautiful.

6-I found a DJ who is just starting out, but had done some other events for people I know, He came highly recommended and is only charging me $300 for the WHOLE DAY and all included!

7-KEEP AN OPEN MIND!!!! Don't get "stuck" on certain ideas/patterns/items….you'd be amazed how much EASIER it all falls together if you just sort of "roll with it"…it doesn't necessarily mean that you have to sacrifice anything, just be willing to bend.

I have TONS of money saving ideas (favors, decor, wishing well, etc)….if there are any certain areas that you need or would want some suggestions for…feel free to email me! I know it's a LOT to do, and anything that can be made easier should be!

I also would suggest-Michael's, Hobby Lobby, Walmart, & K-Mart

For napkins, plates, silverware-if you are going with paper and plastic-check out your local dollar store they have a million colors in there of these or Party America Store.

Congrats! I know these places have helped me-my wedding is Sept 27th

knowing what type of meal you'd like to have will help decide your venue (unless you have this chosen already).

there really isn't a set order for things but most receptions goe like this:

-greeting bridal party as you walk into reception hall (bridal party will be lined up next to the door)
-once everyone is seated, DJ will introduce bridal party (bridesmaids/groomsmen, flowergirl/ring bearer, parents of bride and groom, and then the happy couple)
-dinner is served
-cake cutting time
-once it looks like everyone is done w/dinner and cake then the special dances will start (bride/groom, mom/groom,bride/dad,etc)
-after this, open dancing while couple greet their guests/take pictures
-bouqet toss/garter toss
-open dancing/talking until end of reception

this is not set in stone but how most receptions usually flow.

hope this helps and congrats!!!

*Now you can do a lot of DIY (Do it yourself) things.
If you go to Michaels or Michaels.com (the store has more to choose from) They have very beautiful wedding invitations that you can print off yourself. Many of them are better than those in the catalogs.
*Use Silk Flowers- they are beautiful as well. Make your own Flowers, They are not that hard and you can also buy those things at Michaels.
*Go to bridal shows- I actually just went to one yesterday. There are many ideas there and lots of discounts (i got a $100 gift certificate from Davids bridal). I also won a wedding cake knife and server This set retails at $69.99.
* Have someone make your wedding dress, or you can even order off of ebay.
*If you have someone who bakes cakes in your family, see if they can make your wedding cake maybe as a bridal gift for you and your husband to be.
*DJ- make your own music, Have a family member or friend be your DJ, A friend of mine had lots and lots of songs loaded onto her laptop and had a family member play the songs she wanted, just hooked it up to lots of pro. Speakers.
*Have an Adult only reception. Or have an early wedding. Where at the reception you can serve small finger foods. Or try to find a reception site who allows you to bring in your own food.
*Find a photographer who has a set rate. Not one who charger per hour or per shot. This may be a little hard to find but THEY ARE OUT THERE. I know a few where I live (Columbus, OH) do this. One charges $450 edits, and touch ups everything she does, and put’s it on a disk then gives you rights to print them yourself. Or go to your local community college and ask a photography student to shoot your weding. Lots of people do this and the kids love it! (Also try this for your wedding cake)

If you need anything else let me know. I have many other ways to save!!!

Once you have the general info, you can do web searches for good hotels, resorts, etc, that offer destination wedding packages. Many resorts like Sandals, Beaches, and Palace will offer packages that include a free wedding. But it can be easier to be married in the US sometimes.

Once you pick the location, they'll have a wedding coordinator or catering manager who will help you arrange other vendors like photographer, officiant, musicians, etc.

Congrats and have fun planning!