We haven't covered a backyard wedding in a long time, so we are super excited about this one! This couple had a smaller budget to work with, so decided to have the wedding at their home and recruited their friends and family for help. You'll see that much of the wedding expenses were donated and gifted, which saved them money on their costs. Also, their smaller guest count … [Read more...] about You’re Gonna Love this Chill Backyard Wedding for $16K
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A $15K Wedding – From Riverwest to the Urban Ecology Center
This couple considers themselves nontraditional so it goes without saying they wanted a nontraditional wedding. The Urban Ecology Center on Milwaukee's east side fit the bill perfectly. And the bikes helped too :) For $15K they had some amazing vendors and 160 guests. Read on for the full cost breakdown of this completely awesome Urban Ecology Center wedding. And don't miss … [Read more...] about A $15K Wedding – From Riverwest to the Urban Ecology Center
This Boston Couple Got Married at The Box MKE for $22K
This Boston couple started their relationship in Milwaukee and came back for their wedding - we love that!! This fact drove a lot of their vendor decisions and made them want to create an authentic downtown Milwaukee feel for their big day. For just under $22,000 they had an awesome wedding at the The Box Milwaukee with all of their venues and hotel in walking distance. We … [Read more...] about This Boston Couple Got Married at The Box MKE for $22K
A DIY Wedding at the Milwaukee Public Museum for $16K
This couple wanted a wedding that represented them - and the Milwaukee Public Museum, combined with some do-it-yourself (DIY) aspects fit them perfectly. For just over $16,000, this couple enjoyed all the details of their day without too much wedding-related stress. … [Read more...] about A DIY Wedding at the Milwaukee Public Museum for $16K
DIY Wedding Flowers from Milwaukee’s Belle Fiori
There are many things to consider if you are debating creating your own fresh flowers for your wedding. Even the initial decisions of ordering the correct number of flowers to the receipt and storage of the flowers prior to the design phase can be overwhelming. Luckily, one of the top florist in town, Belle Fiori, takes care of all these initial DIY logistics for you. … [Read more...] about DIY Wedding Flowers from Milwaukee’s Belle Fiori
My Milwaukee Wedding: 4 Things I’d Do Differently
While doing Married In Milwaukee research I've had the opportunity to meet some truly amazing wedding vendors in our fine city. They are creative, kind, friendly, fun and trustworthy people and I absolutely love sharing their story every time I write a Married In Milwaukee article. I've also learned a few things I would do differently if I were currently in the thick of … [Read more...] about My Milwaukee Wedding: 4 Things I’d Do Differently
Budget Bridal Tip – Roses at Rehearsal = Petals for your Wedding Day
Rose petals can be a very versatile, simple addition to your wedding. From carpeting the aisle, sprinkling them on your cake table or incorporating them into your table centerpieces, they can add a splash of color as well as a simple elegance to the otherwise blank canvas of table linens. … [Read more...] about Budget Bridal Tip – Roses at Rehearsal = Petals for your Wedding Day
Score! DIY Wedding Decoration – TJMaxx
Check out this deal I picked up from TJMaxx. Martha Stewart Crafts - tissue paper pom pom kit. Makes 4 smaller / 3 larger beautiful, fluffy pom poms all for $4.99. They are listed on the Martha Stewart site for almost $19! I bought both of the ones they had at the Grand Avenue location in downtown Milwaukee, but TJMaxx usually has the same type of inventory throughout their … [Read more...] about Score! DIY Wedding Decoration – TJMaxx
Wedding Thank You Cards – Personalized Photos
I've used Walgreens for ordering photo cards on numerous occasions. This would be a great option for personalized thank you cards. They have options to create cards that you could write a personalized note in, or simple photo cards that would have a general message that would be the same for everyone. … [Read more...] about Wedding Thank You Cards – Personalized Photos
Wedding Decoration Ideas – Christmas Decorations
Christmas decorations are always so colorful. This lends itself well to not only decorating for the holidays, but finding fantastic ideas for wedding decorations. … [Read more...] about Wedding Decoration Ideas – Christmas Decorations
Jenga Guest Book Idea – Awesome!
Check out this awesome idea for a game themed guest book. Using Jenga game pieces, people sign / write a note on each piece (or each side of the piece depending on your guest list) and you have a personalized Jenga game for years to come. … [Read more...] about Jenga Guest Book Idea – Awesome!
DIY Wedding Centerpiece
Here's a quick, easy and inexpensive way to create a centerpiece for your wedding reception tables. Everything was bought locally in Milwaukee and it's pretty easy to put together. … [Read more...] about DIY Wedding Centerpiece
Do It Yourself Wedding Flowers
Update April 2013: We've found a great way to get great DIY Wedding Flowers from Milwaukee’s Belle Fiori. Check out the article and their awesome service! Last month, I undertook a most fortuitous task. I did my own wedding flowers. You see, I live in a rural part of the country and was having a wedding far from the city lights and most florists. I did locate a city florist … [Read more...] about Do It Yourself Wedding Flowers
DIY Hershey Kiss Rosebud Wedding Favors
For our wedding, we did not give our guests a large scale wedding favor. Instead we donated a certain amount the American Cancer Society to each person who was in attendance that day. To inform people of our donation on our guest's behalf I made Hershey Kiss roses and attached a note letting them know about the charitable contribution. Here is how you make a Hershey Kiss … [Read more...] about DIY Hershey Kiss Rosebud Wedding Favors
Creative Ideas For Making a Wedding Invitation
Many of us are trying to stick to a budget when planning our Milwaukee wedding. To help stick to this budget, or if you simply want to inject a more personal note into your wedding preparations, making your own wedding invitations can be an excellent idea. There are many sites out there that will help you with wedding invitation ideas. For more ideas on how your can save money … [Read more...] about Creative Ideas For Making a Wedding Invitation