The Dreaded List of Things to Do BEFORE the Big Day
Things to Book:
Venue: The Barn at Hillsprings Farm
Florist: Old Door Flowers
Cake Baker:
Makeup/ Hair:
Officiant:
Honeymoon:
Photographer: Bridget Reed Photography
Ceremony Music:
Reception Music:
Things to Decide:
Budget: Check
Date: June 11, 2011
Guest List: Check
Bridal Party: Check
Colors: Red, Orange, Yellow
Theme: Country/ Rustic
Cake Design
Bouquets
Centerpieces
Reception Decorations
Ceremony Decorations
Ceremony Readings
Readers
Ceremony Music:
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, Sixpence in Your Shoe
Photography Locations
Things to Do:
Registries: JCPenney, Target
Block Hotel Rooms
Plan Rehearsal Dinner
Finalize Menu
Get Engagement Photos Taken
Schedule and Attend Dress Fittings
Get Guest Addresses
Confirm Reservations for OOT Guests
Apply for Marriage License
Schedule Hair and Make-Up Trial
Write Thank You Notes:
Make List of Must-Take Pictures for Photographer
Confirm Honeymoon Reservations
Seating Plan
Wrap Bridal Party Gifts
Change of Name Paperwork
Prepare Toasts or Thank You for Guests
Give Wedding-Day Directions, Schedule and Contact List to Parents, Bridal Party and Vendors
Give Final Head-Count to Caterer
Confirm Final Payment Amounts with Vendors
Confirm Delivery Locations, Times and Final Arrangement with Florist
Confirm Location, Date and Time with Photographer
Confirm Date, Location, Time and Playlist with DJ
Pack Bags for Honeymoon
Leave Honeymoon Contact Information with Parents
Rehearse Ceremony
Drop Off Required Materials to Venue
Write Thank-You Notes for Wedding
Items to Purchase/ Order/ Help Choose:
The Dress: Check
Suits
Bridesmaid Dresses
Flower Girl Dress
Ring Bearer’s Outfits
Wedding Bands: Check
Favors: DIY
Bridal Party Gifts
Parent Gifts
Items to Send:
Invitations:
Bridal Party Newsletter
Thank You Notes
Venue: The Barn at Hillsprings Farm
Florist: Old Door Flowers
Cake Baker:
Makeup/ Hair:
Officiant:
Honeymoon:
Photographer: Bridget Reed Photography
Ceremony Music:
Reception Music:
Things to Decide:
Budget: Check
Date: June 11, 2011
Guest List: Check
Bridal Party: Check
Colors: Red, Orange, Yellow
Theme: Country/ Rustic
Cake Design
Bouquets
Centerpieces
Reception Decorations
Ceremony Decorations
Ceremony Readings
Readers
Ceremony Music:
- Processional:
- Recessional: Anyone else but you
Reception Music:
- First Dance: Me and You
- Father/ Daughter Dance:
- Mother/ Son Dance:
- Dollar Dance:
- Bouquet Toss:
- Garter:
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, Sixpence in Your Shoe
Photography Locations
Things to Do:
Registries: JCPenney, Target
Block Hotel Rooms
Plan Rehearsal Dinner
Finalize Menu
Get Engagement Photos Taken
Schedule and Attend Dress Fittings
Get Guest Addresses
Confirm Reservations for OOT Guests
Apply for Marriage License
Schedule Hair and Make-Up Trial
Write Thank You Notes:
- Bridal Shower:
- Wedding Gifts:
Make List of Must-Take Pictures for Photographer
Confirm Honeymoon Reservations
Seating Plan
Wrap Bridal Party Gifts
Change of Name Paperwork
Prepare Toasts or Thank You for Guests
Give Wedding-Day Directions, Schedule and Contact List to Parents, Bridal Party and Vendors
Give Final Head-Count to Caterer
Confirm Final Payment Amounts with Vendors
Confirm Delivery Locations, Times and Final Arrangement with Florist
Confirm Location, Date and Time with Photographer
Confirm Date, Location, Time and Playlist with DJ
Pack Bags for Honeymoon
Leave Honeymoon Contact Information with Parents
Rehearse Ceremony
Drop Off Required Materials to Venue
Write Thank-You Notes for Wedding
Items to Purchase/ Order/ Help Choose:
The Dress: Check
Suits
Bridesmaid Dresses
Flower Girl Dress
Ring Bearer’s Outfits
Wedding Bands: Check
Favors: DIY
Bridal Party Gifts
Parent Gifts
Items to Send:
Invitations:
Bridal Party Newsletter
Thank You Notes
