These days, everything is about doing it yourself – from DIY home decor to DIY crafts and, of course, the holy grail of DIY events: weddings. If you’re a crafty, savvy bride-to-be looking to make your own special mark on your big day, listen up to these tips and tricks on how to plan your dream DIY wedding.1. Establish your guest list and budget early It’s one of the first steps any couple takes to start wedding planning, but if you’re hoping to fly solo without a wedding planner, staying on top of details is more important than ever. Before you start looking into the perfect venue or wedding dress, sit down with your beau to outline a guest list. From there, you can zero in on a budget that works with what you’re envisioning for your big day and get started on the planning.2. Be resourceful with décor and rentals Filled to the brim with awesome DIY wedding ideas on your Pinterest board? It’s time to put all those ideas to work, and if you’re starting from scratch with a unique, non-traditional venue, you’ll likely be searching for wedding rentals.
Let’s say your venue is your family’s backyard. While it’s a sentimental and beautiful backdrop, keep in mind that you’ll need to bring in just about everything through outside vendors or rental companies, from chairs and tables to cups and forks. According to the DIY Network, planning a seamless DIY wedding comes down to putting yourself in a pro’s mindset and knowing when to rely on experienced vendors for procuring things like tents or couches.For local brides looking to wow with rentals, take a look at Connecticut Rental Center, a family-owned business with more than 40 years of experience. You’ll find anything you could ever want for a perfect event, whether it’s vintage couches for a retro wedding, martini shakers for bars or audio-visual equipment.Two party planners are also on premise, serving as liaisons to help you craft your perfect DIY day. You’ll even find fun, unexpected add-ons, like popcorn machines, games like pin the tail on the donkey and dunk tanks. (Sure, these games might be more fitting for other parties and events, but hey, no one’s judging here!)
3. Keep calm and… Just like planning any other wedding, it’s important to relax and remember that there’s no such thing as a 100 percent perfect party without any hiccups. With help from the right professionals and vendors though, you’ll be well on your way to creating a Pinterest-worthy wedding day you’ll always remember.East Haddam, Haddam officers sworn in with EnCon Police HARTFORD >> Two local officers have been sworn in to serve with the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s Environmental Conservation Police. East Hampton building committee to face hectic schedule EAST HAMPTON >> The nine people appointed to the Town Hall building committee include former town councilor George Pfaffenbach and the architect of the high school renovation. Chamber Corner: Manufacturers’ Council to meet at Pegasus this week Anthony Davis steals show with record night as West wins NBA All-Star game Jalen Adams finds redemption with game-winner as Huskies edge Temple
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