DIY Projects Galore

There are still many DIY projects that we are working on. We have done quite a few already (Save the Dates, RSVPS and other components of our invitation suite, etc), but like any bride I am still work on quite a few of them.

1. the cards I am doing instead of a bouquet toss for the single ladies
2. place settings (calligraphy cards and pockets)
3. wreaths (2 evergreen with elegant bows, 2 golden christmas wreaths)
4. bridesmaids carrying books
5. makeup
6. photobooth
7. packets (material and ribbon) for our exit toss
8. the jars/vases for candles outside the venue
9. cards to help people understand the formal photography after the ceremony
10. calligraphy signs for everything
11. pew decorations
12. programs
13. thank you cards
14. second reception invitations
15. food (not all of it just desserts)
16. seating chart poster
17. pedicure (mom got me a certificate for the mani)
18. decorating the chapel and dining room
19. flowers (just for the centerpieces)

I really am drowning in projects. We have dropped quite a few projects from our radar (the digital scrapbook as the guestbook for example) because of lack of time. It seems like these will be doable. I can probably wrap up the signs, cards, and place settings in the next few weekends. Then, the books and wreaths will come next with the aid of my mother. The pew decor will be easy. So.... we will see if they all get done or we have an f*** it moment closer to time.

3 months tomorrow!!

YAY

We finished addressing our invitations this weekend!!!!

I feel incredible, because one time consuming task is out of the way. I had fun. Jonathon helped me keep all the lines straight and we worked our way through our whole list. It probably took about 40 hours this weekend, but it’s done!!

I’ll upload pictures sometime in the near future. I already have a week of blogs lined up for you. A ton of good wedding things happened this weekend. So, be prepared!

May’s To Do List

May	Design RSVP
May	Plan Vow Renewal Ceremony
May	Reserve New Zion for VR
May	Get paper for Vow Renewal invitations
May	Get paper for programs invitations
May	Decide how to deal with the videography problem
May	Talk to all re: help (Sandy, Missy, Allison)
May	Work on vows
May	Finish guestbook
May	Make rehearsal invites
May	Make VR Invitations
May	Print RSVP
May	Work on wedding playlists
May	Finish program design
May	Make a list of assignments for all attendants
May	Update guest list spreadsheet as needed
May	Give shower list to hostesses
May	Make a list of must have shots
May	Make a photo dossier for Nikki (people, places)
May	Get disposable cameras for VR
May	Make a list of people to do certain things

To Do Lists

I love to do lists. Some people hate them, but I love them. I make them for home, work, anything. I even have one… yes for the wedding. I know there is some controversy over wedding to do lists. I understand the stress that to do lists (and the absurdity of most of the wedding industry lists) can cause. However, I don’t follow those lists. I wouldn’t follow a Good Housekeeping list to clean my bathroom, so I wouldn’t follow a list from The Knot to plan our wedding. I do separate it out into months, but I’m not tied down to my list. Here’s why I make my list the way I do. I don’t want to forget things. I make into steps so that I feel like I’ve accomplished something even if it’s not really that much, and it’s flexible. If I don’t finish a task (or start it) in April.. well it will be moved to May. And if I finish an October task in April.. well awesome. So, for me my list keeps me organized and makes sure I get everything done, but it also helps make me feel good because I feel in control. Now my actual list is long, but I thought each month from now until the wedding.. I’d share my to do list with you for the month.

April	Decide on altar décor
April	Talk to Kort re: videography
April	Plan Vow Renewal Ceremony
April	Plan Vow Renewal Reception
April	Reserve New Zion for VR
April	Talk to Kort re: flower girl dress
April	Get 2nd engagement photos made
April	Decide how to deal with the videography problem
April	Make a guest list for VR
April	Discuss menu/rentals with caterer
April	Work on catering contract
April	Buy ribbon, material, paper for toss
April	Work on wedding playlists
April	Work on ceremony music
April	Reception stations (guestbook, etc) logistics
April	Finish program design
April	Mockbooth set up, logistics
April	Make a list of assignments for all attendants
April	Decide how many flowers we will need
April	Update guest list spreadsheet as needed
April	Decide on outdoor photo locations
April	Select dance songs