Love seems the swiftest but it is the slowest of all growths. No man or woman really knows what perfect love is until they have been married a quarter of a century. Mark Twain
Plan Your Own Wedding with Wedding Planning Software
It's that day you've been dreaming of your whole life. You want everything to be just right but you don't know where to start. You could spend thousands of dollars engaging a wedding planner but that's just not for you. How about planning your own wedding using wedding planning software?
Wedding planning software allows you to plan everything from the most mundane detail to the most important facet of your wedding. It even takes your budget into account. For example, you can design and print your own professional looking invitations and envelopes and save a bundle from what a professional would charge. With wedding planning software, you can import names and addresses from your windows address book and other programs. Then you can keep track of RSVPs you have received, who has declined, etc.
Wedding planning software turns these mundane details into a fun way to keep track of things.
When you use wedding planning software to assist you with invitations, you also get a bonus feature that helps you to know how to address the envelopes. "Wait a minute," you laugh, "I know how to address envelopes." However, if you're keeping with traditional etiquette, you may find it helpful. For example, do you know the difference between addressing the envelope for a widow and a divorcee? What about two unmarried people who are living together?
Who is keeping track of the gifts? With wedding planning software, you can easily list who brought what and start addressing those thank you notes ahead of time. You certainly wouldn't mail them ahead of time but it would be nice to have them ready.
What about the photographer, caterer, bridesmaids and groomsmen? Wedding planning software provides a convenient place to keep all the names and telephone numbers of the maid or matron of honor, best man, groomsmen, ushers, parents of the bride and child attendants. It also provides a detailed list of the duties of each attendant. This can be extremely helpful when planning a traditional wedding. Even if you've gotten off the beaten path a bit, it is still a lifesaver by listing all the duties and ideas to accomplish everything.
If you've planned or helped plan a wedding before, you know all the details that have to be worked out. If you haven't, wedding planning software lists everything that needs to be done and gives you tips and ideas on how to accomplish it. If you've never booked a caterer before, would you know where to start? Wedding planning software lists all the questions you need to ask and helps you plan each element of the wedding and wedding reception.
There are many different kinds of wedding planning software. Some are more extensive planning tools than others. Look around until you find exactly what you want. Happy planning!
Dressed to the Nines How To Rent Party Equipment for a Blowout Wedding in Nine Steps
By Richard Sootkoos
A recent private poll of partythrowers reported that more than 1 out of 4 have rented party equipment, with the overwhelming majority saying it was money well spent.
Whether you're celebrating a wedding, birthday, graduation or family get together, party rentals can take the hassle out of planning and leave your guests raving about the great time they had.
The more common items rented for parties are tents, tables and chairs, but savvy entertainers are adding items that keep their younger guests from getting bored, and there's a growing movement to renting equipment for children's parties. Other popular rentals are cotton candy and sno-cone machines, even hot dog stands can be rented. For the more practical party planner, and those who want to keep their guests from tracking through their homes, port-a-potties are becoming a must-have.
Here they are, Top 7 Party Rental Tips:
1 -Do research: Call at least 3 rental facilities to compare prices. Visit each facility to inspect their equipment in person. Ask about delivery, pick-up times, and deposits. Check to see whether their employees will set up and take down your equipment, and what the cost will be. Are there repair fees if you return an item that's damaged?
2-Know who your guests are: Tables and chairs are easy decisions. For other rentals, make sure they fit your audience. A bounce house may be too much for very young children and boring for those approaching their teenage years. A karaoke set-up may be great for all ages.
3-Plan Ahead: The sooner you place your rental equipment, the better. Even if you do not know the exact guest count, it's best to place your order and make adjustments as needed.
4-Have Enough Space: If you want to rent a bounce house AND have an outdoor party, be sure you have enough room for the house and room for your guests to mingle, eat and do other fun activities.
5-Spread the Rental Costs if you Can: Since most items rent for the weekend, coordinate your rental with neighbors or friends. For example, you could use the rentals on Saturday and your neighbor on Sunday. It's easy to share tents, tables and chairs.
6-Keep Following Up: As with any vendor, confirm your reservations several times throughout your planning process. Notify them immediately of any changes.
7-Plan for Incumbent Weather: If you're having an outdoor event, consider renting a tent to cover you in case of unexpected rain. If its heat you're escaping, be sure to position the tent to provide shade where needed. Consider renting side panels (these may cost extra) to block the sun, rain or wind.
Rich Sootkoos is a professional wedding and corporate events planner. All the world is a party. Find the best party and rental deals at his website http://www.rentinglist.com
