Not everybody wants an extravagant wedding. Maybe just the thought of those bridezillas on TV makes you shudder. If what you want is a simple backyard wedding ceremony with just your family and closest friends, we think you may be…
Black and White Wedding Ideas on a Budget
A black and white wedding is the epitome of high class formality, but that classiness often comes with a hefty price tag. The good news is you can cut costs in numerous ways that don’t take anything away from the…
How to Save Money on a Wedding
It’s no secret that the cost of weddings is spiraling out of control. Designer gowns, extravagant wedding venues, booze at the reception — all of these costs hit your wallet hard. It may shock you to learn that the average wedding…
A Budget Friendly Tea Party Bridal Shower
A tea party bridal shower is the perfect prelude to a wedding, especially a modern vintage wedding. A tea party theme is classic, elegant, and a great opportunity for the bride-to-be and her guests to dress up. We love that…
How to Plan a Dazzling Winter Wedding on a Budget
A dazzling winter wedding doesn’t have to be expensive. Not only do wedding venues tend to be cheapest in the winter, but with a little DIY effort and budget-friendly decor choices, you can plan a downright gorgeous wedding quite inexpensively.…
8 Marvelous Mason Jar Wedding Ideas
Mason jars aren’t just for canning anymore. Over the past five years, crafters have had a heyday with these simple, sturdy glass jars, using them for everything from baby rooms to holiday gifts to general home decor. One of our…
Wow-Worthy Winter Wonderland Baby Shower Ideas
A winter wonderland baby shower is a popular theme that the mom-to-be will love! Better yet, a winter wonderland themed baby shower is remarkably easy to pull off with some all-white decor and white-toned snacks, like the example below featured…
Planning a Bridal Shower 101
Ever seen the movie Bridesmaids? If so, you might have cringed at the hilarious, over-the-top bridal shower scene. Enormous chocolate fountains, puppies as party favors, and a trip to Paris sent main character Annie famously over the edge of insanity.…
10 Fun Family Reunion Ideas
Family reunions are a ton of fun to attend, but a ton of work to plan. Arranging food and accommodations for such a big group can keep you so busy that you just might forget to come up with activities and…
5 Frugal Fall Baby Shower Ideas
A fall baby shower is an easy, seasonal theme that anyone can pull off. You don’t have to have a huge budget to organize a fall themed baby shower either! From cheap fall baby shower invitations to affordable DIY decorations,…