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Contents are for informational purposes only. Inclusion of vendors does not necessarily constitute endorsement. Go to BBB.org to check out a business or file a complaint. All links have been recommended by brides. No form of compensation was/has been/will be accepted for inclusion in this list. If you have any links you recommend that you would like added to the list, please contact me. Recommendations are subject to approval. |
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PLANNING |
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| wedding ideas |
Brides.com Wedding Styles - great collection of wedding styles/theme List of Photographers’ Blogs - at Weddingbee My favorite Photographers’ Blogs Wedding blogs - see below |
| wedding blogs |
Top 100 Wedding Planning Blogs Southern Weddings Mag www.stylemepretty.com Snippet & Ink - inspiration boards The Bride’s Cafe - real weddings Tastefully Entertaining - party inspiration boards |
| themes | |
| guides |
MS Wedding Workbook - printable PashWeddings Planner - printable Wedding Organizer templates - printable RealSimple Printable Checklists - printable Official State Websites: www.state.YOURSTATE.us - replace YOURSTATE with the state’s two-letter abbreviation Wedding Etiquette - for couples Wedding Etiquette - for guests Addressing wedding invitations iDo Wedding Planning software |
| vendor guides |
www.weddingwire.com - with people reviews on vendors www.projectwedding.com - people reviews on vendors Questions to ask: |
| regional wedding guides |
www.herecomestheguide.com - California www.styleguide.com.au - Australia |
| tools |
Google Docs Wedding Planning Tools
My WeddingWire - budget, timeline, checklist, seating, guestlist, vendor list and more Discovery Interactive Tools - interactive countdown, cost calculator, seating planner, & dress type - weather, sunset calculator, flower finder, etc. Google Tools - Notebook to collect info; Docs to keep and share info; Calendar for reminders to events and to do list; Picasa to share photos Bridescope - bridal horoscope |
| forums | TheKnot Boards |
| events | |
| registries | |
| photography |
www.canditto.com - machine that copies photos from memory cards |
| albums |
www.photobookgirl.com - photo book reviews - click here for mypublisher review & photos - click here for Powerpoint instructions from mrspresley - click here for Paintshop instructions from MicheleLouise |
| entertainment | www.gigmasters.com |
| travel |
- includes fare alerts www.tripadvisor.com - hotel reviews www.cdc.gov - vaccination info US Travel Site - travel info & requirements, warnings, etc TheHoneymoonBio – Honeymoon info |
| insurance | |
| weather | |
| wedding networking sites | |
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| BUDGET IDEAS | |
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www.costhelper.com - cost ideas of wedding items/services |
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| savings | ING Direct |
| discount dresses |
www.rkbridal.com - pricematches online prices by 5% www.houseofbrides.com - use price info for pricematching only, not recommended to buy from www.bridalgarden.org - discounted new & gently used gowns www.nymetro.com - sample sales www.topbutton.com - sample sales www.preownedweddingdresses.com - buy or sell new, sample, pre-owned dresses www.bravobride.com - buy or sell new, sample, pre-owned dresses www.oncewed.com - free classifieds for used dresses www.thebrideslist.com - list of knottie items for sale |
| rentals |
www.alexandriasformal.com - gowns www.fancyweddingcenter.com - gowns www.elegant-rentals.com - gowns www.janastarr.com - vintage gowns & veils www.doyledoyle.com - jewelry www.bagborroworsteal.com - bag, jewelry, more |
| bargain stores |
www.target.com - dollar bins www.dealextreme.com - e.g. magic pen dollar/99c stores |
| sweepstakes & promotions |
www.weddingwire.com - promotions and discounts |
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| STATIONERY & DIY | |
| paper & crafts |
www.hiromipaper.com - japanese paper www.scrap4fun.com - scrapbooking materials www.islandpaperie.com - tropical paper www.islandartcards.com - HI postcards www.avery.com - full sheet labels www.labelsbythesheet.com - full sheet labels |
| templates & how-to’s |
MIB*Bio - message in a bottle MapBio - DIY map instructions ame3505 - frame card box FrugalBride.com - cake card box |
| wording |
www.nuptialcelebrations.com - includes timelines |
| text & cliparts |
www.barcodesinc.com - barcode generator |
| printing |
www.mercuriobrothers.com - letterpress www.emprint.net - letterpress www.rinkaandink.com - letterpress |
| tools, embellishments, accessories |
www.craftamerica.com - charms www.acharmingplace.com - individual charms www.nostalgicimpressions.com - wax seal www.fauxwax.com - faux wax www.impressrubberstamps.com - DIY self-inking monogram kit, custom stamps www.simonstamp.com - custom rubber stamp www.howee.com - fan handles www.thegrape.net - wine corks www.moo.com - custom photo stickers |
| puzzles & more |
www.crayola.com - coloring sheets www.thecrayonhouse.com - coloring sheets Coloring Book - courtesy of knottie PaulsGirlie |
| mailing |
www.packagingprice.com - mailing tubes www.zazzle.com - custom stamps with real value www.stamps.com - custom stamps with real value www.pictureitpostage.com - custom stamps with real value www.championstamp.com - vintage stamps |
| stationers |
www.vistaprint.com - cheap magnets www.specialeventticketing.com - custom event tickets www.couturemaps.com - custom maps www.jimhuntillustration.com - custom maps |
| online invites | |
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| FASHION & BEAUTY | |
| attire |
see Budget Ideas for more stores www.cocomyles.com - design your own dress |
| personalized wear |
www.hotfixdesigns.com - iron-on rhinestones |
| beauty & accessories |
www.castlebride.com - birdcage veils www.gabbymac.com - hair flower www.breeziway.com - headpieces |
| ring | |
| emergency kit | |
| parties | |
| gifts |
Boudoir albums - see Photgraphy or ask your photographer |
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| “DAY OF” DETAILS | |
| decor |
www.craftcuts.com - wood/acrylic monograms or letters www.acandleco.com - wholesale candles www.bucket-outlet.com - galvanized buckets www.buywax.com - jars www.flashingblinkylights.com - litecubes www.weddingfavorites.com - party kits The Rasterbator - blows up images for you www.wonderfulgraffiti.com - removable vinyl wall decor www.rightonthewalls.com - removable vinyl wall decor jelly.uppercaseliving.net - removable vinyl wall decor www.idealfavors.com - galvanized vases |
| flowers |
Coverage GuideFlower – Seasonal Availability DK Designs - clay flowers www.weddingaccessories.net - fabric rose petals www.localharvest.org - list of farmers’ markets/local farms |
| fabric / linen |
www.wholesale-table-linens.com www.bbjlinen.com - linen rental www.nettieslinens.com - linen rental |
| lighting | www.goboman.com |
| fans |
www.custom-programs.com - program fans www.chicweddingfavors.com - sandalwood fans |
| OOT bags |
www.buygiftbox.com - gable boxes www.ailanakai.com - palm bags www.greenfeet.com - string bags |
| OOT stuffers |
www.itheesnap.com - camera www.photoimprints.com - custom luggage tags Dollar Tree |
| favors |
www.goodthingsweddingfavors.com www.waxwizard.net - creative candles www.weddingthings.com - bird’s nest www.idealfavors.com - bird’s nest www.save-on-crafts.com - bird’s nest www.specialtybottle.com - bottles/tins www.sandartsupplies.com - plastic bottles www.villagekitchen.com - apothecary jars www.sharpie.com - personalized markers www.stanpacnet.com - milk bottles www.ronnybrook.com - milk |
| munchies |
www.goodfortunecookies.com - custom fortune cookies www.sweetfields.com - edible flowers www.estiloweddings.com - laser-cut cupcake wrappers www.mymms.com - personalized M&Ms www.instawares.com - jars & scoops www.kitchencrafts.com - sanding sugar www.socialcouture.com - disposable wooden dinnerware www.ecowareproducts.com - disposable wooden utensils www.papercupdesign.com - personalized wooden utensils |
| drinks |
www.myjones.com - personalized soda |
| guestbooks |
GlimmerGal - guestbook platter www.explicitlyyourspencils.com - personalized pencils |
| photos / photobooth |
www.canditto.com - machine that copies photos from memory cards |
| card holders |
www.save-on-crafts.com - birdcages ame3505 - frame card box how-to FrugalBride.com- cake card box how-to |
| music |
www.weddingvendors.com - includes reviews |
| playlist | |
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| BIO & WEB | |
| personal wedding website |
www.weddingwebsites.com - wedding websites comparison www.weddingwire.com - free www.wix.com - free flash website www.mywedding.com - free www.ewedding.com - free www.momentville.com - free www.projectwedding.com - free www.theknot.com - free www.brides.com - free www.weddingannouncer.com - free Google Wedding websites - free www.momentville.com - free www.shutterfly.com - free www.wedmedo.com - free flash website |
| bio creation tool | |
| image host /photo sharing |
Gallery - website gallery software |
| background | www.k10k.net |
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countdown tickers |
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| playlist | |
| videos | |
| widgets | Save-The-Date widget |
| shoutbox | |
| counters |
Analytics |
| weather | |
| map | www.world66.com |
| free email | Top 10 Free Email Services |
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| HELPFUL BIOS | |
| help bios |
Manificent Bliss - list of specialty bios UncommonBliss - list of specialty bios Website_Bio - list of useful websites DWBio - DW help DWBrides - list of DW Knotties DWFaq - list of DW FAQs MapBio - DIY map instructions nyc3/19/05 - wedding photography tips TheHoneymoonBio - Honeymoon info theme_cakes - cakes |
| favorite bios |
ad52905 - clambake reception Beatka - creative DIYs calicayman - gorgeous green&brown wedding Daphne8 - fave table setups DRZWife/DRZBride - great ideas ihearttim - lovely cherry-blossom-themed wedding jmh7905 - fun pictures juliaa921 - cool colors mauidjenn/gin&tonic - amazing stationery & photos mrspresley/animal_lover - helpful links & beautiful photos sunshinebrideny - NY wedding ideas |
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| RHODE ISLAND / NEWPORT | |
| guides |
RI Marriage License Requirements |
| photobooth | |
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