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@@beckys98 - Yeah, our biggest reason for doing this is $$ - we are already paying for 40 extra dinners, drinks, chairs, etc... I can't get myself to pay an extra $10-12/kid...I mean, they can't appreciate it the same way. Call me cheap, I'm ok with it

Thanks everyone!

I've seen brides send their extra invitations to the President, the Queen, Mickey & Minnie Mouse, etc... has anyone recently done this and actually received a congratulatory certificate (like the ones shown on pinterest)?

This may sound a little harsh... children are invited to the DW, but we requested the wedding day to be for adults 16+ only. Our resort has a kids' club & childcare

Dress 1 shows your figure off more, but dress 2 looks great on you as well. What "look" are you going for? Also, is one dress lighter than the other? That also helped me make my decision...

Nah, I wouldn't, if you have mixed feelings about her and inviting her. You could invite her to the AHR if you feel obligated to include her in something..

I'm not really having a bridal party, either. I asked my sister and my bestie to by my Matrons of Honor. I just need the two of them to keep me calm and as stress-free as possible. As far as dresses, I told them to coordinate among themselves.. they can do whatever they want for style, where they get their dress from, etc. I even told them they don't have to get their hair done. My sis is a newlywed and my bestie just had a baby, so I know my wedding is asking a lot already.

Not all paper is printer-friendly. Yeah, you know that gorgeous linen cardstock you just found from the scrap-book store with that deep woven-fabric texture? Good luck printing on it! If you’re planning on using a laser or inkjet printer, steer clear of the really exotic paper. You’ll save yourself time, money and the added stress. If you are wanting a textured paper, the paper suggestions we have listed in the Supplies section have been tested and will work on all ‘digital’ printers. Printers cannot print white!* (DUH!) This one may seem obvious, but it’s important to understand that if you decide to use purple-colored paper, yep you guessed it, everything in your photo that should appear white (teeth, eyes, outfit, etc.) will appear purple!!! In fact, all your colors (except black and very dark colors) will have a purplish hue to them! Keep this in mind when selecting paper! It’s much better to select a neutral/light color paper and plan to print purple ON it, than using a paper that distorts ALL colors to purple! In the examples above, the photo on the left depicts using a white cardstock, and the “antique paper look” was simply printed on the outside and inside pages. This allows for all the colors to print accurately, as opposed to using actual antique-colored paper.If you’re dying to use a particular colored paper you found, might we suggest using it for your invite presentation, brochure-folders for your invites and custom envelopes are perfect for this! *Special inkjet printers are available at some specialty print shops. These printers contain an additional “silver” and/or “white” ink cartridge that can be mixed with the standard Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black cartridges to allow for solid printing on any color paper! Although it is possible to achieve a “metallic look” with these inks, they do not match the brightness of a true “foil” impression. The advantage the metallic inkjet printers have on foil printers, however, is that virtually any color can be made, as foil printers are limited to a very basic list of colors. Both Metallic ink-jet and foil printers are very expensive and thus, may be out of your budget. Even if you don't use them, their website has great tips on printing, cutting, etc... http://weddingpassports.com/diy/ @@TinkerSofi

@@kcole123 - YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY! I'm so excited for you! They look great!!!

@@kcole123 - Are the stickers not waterproof if they can peel them off afterwards?

Do yyall know which centerpieces are included in the Ultimate package, since they have updated the links catalog? I assume they would want us to choose from the small centerpiece selection, and for anything bigger we'll have to pay the difference?

Ceremony - Beach Cocktail Hour - Jacuzzi Reception - Deck The coral bows add just enough color for the "wow" factor & bonus: no other decorations needed I like this clean, crisp look for the reception since we'll be outside, but maybe coral napkins like the second picture?

I'm really excited for him, this is a wonderful opportunity. I am an army brat and a nurse...so moving and finding a job isn't a big deal... it's just on top of the wedding is what makes it difficult. I just hope our first year of marriage isn't too terribly strained by all of the big changes happening at once. But, it's the challenges that bring people closer. So, bring it on!

...yeah, I'm ready to be done with the wedding, already. lol. Well, it looks like we are going to look at houses in two weeks....

Ok, ladies... I just had another freak out. What are yall doing to cut costs? The thing that is really getting us is the additional guests... My fiance's family is from Mexico City and a big portion of the family will be attending (about 40 people). From the US, we'll have about 20 guests. This puts our total around 60!!! Yes, SIXTY! To cut costs, we aren't having a DJ or dance floor, no additional flowers... (my bouquet, his boutonniere, 2 corsages, and 2 boutonnieres are included. I'd prefer bouquets for my MOHs, but again, trying to cut costs....) What else can we do??? Here's the thing that makes me sick: The FI reallllly wants bubba jugs..but goodness...60 jugs = $598!!!!! That just seems outrageous! I keep going back to details about the wedding.. I want to add some color to our wedding... but they charge a ton for ribbons, etc. Maybe if I go the simple route and just have coral napkins for a "pop" of color?? I know this post is all over the place...but that's how my brain is working right now lol

@@Lilian84 - Wow! You have a lot going on, too! @@MissJen3 - I sympathize! We also have a lot of work to put into our current place.. the deck needs repaired...that alone is $4000!

So, my FI has a great opportunity - a job promotion. BUT, that means moving to another state... THIS OCTOBER! I am so happy for him... but man, with a wedding in April... goodness gracious! Talk about stress! What are your additional stresses on top of wedding planning???

How many months before your wedding are yall sending your Wedding Planning Form?

@@edeaton - I think she may be new. I haven't had contact with a WC yet because our wedding is too far out. I have only communicated with David from Wedding Reservations. Did you see the most recent review by heidi6487 ? Try sending her a personal message. I had asked her a few things and she kindly responded.

@@edeaton - how are things going with your new WC?

@@MJTK - me neither. I think this post is old and the original site is gone. I've run across this a few times.

@@MissJen3 - Another option could be going in to town and purchasing shot glasses? Annnnnnnd you can haggle the price!

Wow. That's was really sweet. Let us know what you decide to do.

@@NickiLynn1116 - I can't find the forum with the links, but I know it was posted by: kcole123 Message her and she can get info to you. She's my wedding date buddy and is super nice and has a TON of great websites and resources

Welcome! We're planning a weddingmoon at Dreams Riviera Cancun for April 2015