{"product_id":"budget-weddings-for-dummies-isbn-9780470502099","title":"Budget Weddings For Dummies","description":"Don’t let ‘white blindness’ drive you into debt! Make your wedding everything you want it to be on the budget you determine.  \u003cp\u003eAre you planning a wedding, but worried about how much money you'll have to spend? In today's tough economic times, planning a budget wedding is more important than ever. This fun, money-saving guide is packed with tips for planning the wedding of your dreams without breaking your bank account!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInside you'll find tons of tips and advice for planning a budget-friendly celebration while still remaining true to your personality, values, and tastes. You'll see how to make and keep your wedding budget; select the most economical time to get married; scope out wedding locations that fit the bill; and incorporate everything from economical to green ideas that emphasize style and elegance. Plus, you get tips and pointers for negotiating with vendors and avoiding hidden expenses and add-ons.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHands-on information for planning a stylish wedding while sticking to your budget\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to get deals on gowns, tuxes, cakes, invitations, photography, food, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse your creativity (and friends and family) to save money on decorations, food, favors, and wedding attire\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCut corners where no one will notice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet your own priorities for your big day\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake your celebration unique\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou don't have to settle for less on your wedding day. Author, Meg Schneider is an award-winning journalist who planned her own wedding for less than $5,000  \u003ci\u003eBudget Weddings For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the only guide you need to save yourself money, time, and stress while you plan a beautiful, memorable ceremony!\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Coming Up with a Game Plan 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Bringing Your Wedding Dream to Life 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Working with a Wedding Budget 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Deciding When to Get Married and Organizing Your Timeline 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Planning the Ceremony 51\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Deciding Where to Get Married 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Minimizing Wedding Party Costs 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Dressing for Your Big Day 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Hammering Out the Ceremony Details 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Picking Flowers (Or Fun Alternatives) 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Capturing It for Posterity: Photography and Videography 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Putting It in Print: Invitations, Programs, and Miscellany 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Celebrating with Your Guests 155\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Selecting the Reception Site 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Feeding the Hordes 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Arranging Entertainment and Preparing the Venue  189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Making the Most of Prewedding and Postwedding Events 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Honeymooning in Style — and in the Black 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: The Part of Tens 225\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Ten Ways to Get the Most for Your Wedding Dollar 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Ten Inexpensive Wedding Favors 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Ten Traditions to Reconsider When You’re on a Budget 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: Appendixes 245\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix A: Your Planning Calendar 247\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix B: Price Comparison Worksheets 257\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix C: Your Wedding Checklist 267\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix D: Your Wedding Budget 275\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndex 283\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eMeg Schneider\u003c\/strong\u003e (Cleveland, NY) is an award-winning journalist who planned her own wedding for less than $5,000.","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47988862714085,"sku":"NP9780470502099","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780470502099.jpg?v=1761781822","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/budget-weddings-for-dummies-isbn-9780470502099","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}