Planning a wedding is such a daunting task and it's so easy to forget something so simple!
I've put together this checklist (that you can also print off - I recommend printing it twice - once to go through as you get bits, the other to check off when setting up) to help you think of all the little bits you may need to get to decorate your wedding! (To download the checklists, go to the link at the bottom of the post)
Signs
I can do all your signs (and stationery) for you on a digital download basis (where you print them - it's very budget-friendly) - or there are places like Etsy and Vistaprint where you can also get them done (Vistaprint is also good for printing digital designs - alternatively you can use your home printer on smaller items for more savings!).
Signs may seem like something small and insignificant but remember, without certain signs, people won't know where they are going. Not just that, but you'd be surprised at the impact they can make on the overall look!
Welcome Sign
Pick a seat, not a side
Reserved Seat sign
Carryable signs such as 'Daddy, here comes Mummy' for the flower girl/ring bearer to carry down the aisle.
Directional signs (how will they know where to go otherwise?)
Wedding # sign if you are Instagramming your photo's
Social media photo's sign (if you do/don't want them posting before your official ones. If you do, include the hashtag for them to tag in the pics)
Cocktail party welcome sign
Menu Sign
Bar List
Gift Sign
Family photo sign - This shares who's in each photo so guests don't have to wonder. These can also be done to tribute to those who can't be with us (in memory of...)
No Cell Phones/Photography sign
Table Numbers/Names
Place Cards/Table Plan
Sparklers/Bubbles/Confetti Signs
Schedule
Sign to point out wedding programmes
Marquee Letters/words - these add a certain look to your décor
Photobooth signs
Signs for your chairs ('Bride' 'Groom' 'Lucky Him' 'Lucky Her')
Dessert table and items
Favours table sign or one to state that you've made a donation to a charity in their name etc.
Any Banners/Bunting you may like
Flowers/Floral Decor
Flowers really freshen up your wedding and bring the outside in.
Traditionally, a bouquet of flowers had the purpose of masking an unpleasant body odour (most people had a yearly bath in March so April/June weddings became the norm as they had recently washed, the flowers covered the unpleasant odour they had accumulated by this point). Over time, different ones were used to symbolise different things such as local flora, ivy, thistle and heather in the belief that they had mystical protective powers.
In modern times, none of this is the case (except in certain religious circles) so your flowers don't have to be local or even fresh! You could have artificial ones to help those with allergies.
All your bridal party flowers
Bridal Bouquet
Toss Bouquet
Bridesmaid/Maid of Honor Bouquet
Flower Girl Corsage/Flower Crown
Flower Girl Hoop
Loose Petals
Floral Hair Accessories
Buttonholes for Groom, Groomsmen, Best Man, Father/Grandfather of Bride/Groom/Ring-Bearer
Corsage for Mother/Grandmother of Bride/Groom
Decoration pieces
Altar Arrangement
Arch Flowers
Aisle Markers
Chair Flowers
Guest Table Centerpieces
Top Table Piece
Overhead/Wall Arrangements
Welcome Table arrangement
Cake/Dessert Table
Cake Flowers
Getaway Car Decor
Ceremony Decorations
This part of the wedding requires the least amount of decor because they'll be looking at you, not the room. It's a good idea to make sure that you have everything that you need/want for this part though as this is what you'll remember most.
Ceremony Arch/Arbor
Signs
Garlands
Stands (to hold up arrangements and markers)
Curtains/Backdrop
Aisle Runner
Lanterns/Lights for Aisles/Altar/Walls
Unity Candle
Aisle Streamers/Bunting
Fans, Umbrellas, Blankets depending on the season and the weather
Vases, Pails or Urns
Altar Table
Book Signing Table
Confetti/Bubbles
Chair Covers/Sashes
Photo Displays
Ring Pillow/Flower Girl Basket
Decorative Ring Box
Pretty Wedding Dress hanger (this is more for displaying your dress after the wedding and for in the 'getting ready' photos.
Reception Decorations
In the Reception, there is more time for them to look around while you are mingling so more decoration is needed here
This where the most time will be spent so you want it to look just right.
Tables/Chairs - sometimes these are already provided, sometimes you'll have to hire them (the same goes for the crockery)
Wedding couple chair decoration
Guestbook table
Gift Table/Card Box
Send-off bubbles/sparklers/confetti
Candles (It's advisable to opt for battery-operated ones to avoid fire risks)
Centrepieces
Wedding Cake stand, knife, server and topper
Champagne toasting flutes
Sweet containers
Wedding Favors
Place cardholders
Signs
Table Plan
Chair covers/sashes
Table runners/tablecloths/Napkins
Wall or Ceiling coverings/drapes
Lighting
Photobooth and props
Bathroom decoration (such as the necessities and freshen up basket)
Activities for the kids
Photo Displays
Entertainment
Great places to buy/hire!
I have been compiling lists of UK small wedding suppliers, for each area of the country. For access to these lists CLICK HERE
All Images are from Pinterest.
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