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Planning
Budget Ideas
Stationery & DIY
Fashion & Beauty
“Day Of” Details
Bio & Web
Helpful Bios
Rhode Island / Newport |
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PLANNING
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| wedding ideas |
Brides.com Wedding Styles - great collection of wedding styles/theme
www.theknot.com
MarthaStewart Weddings
www.instyleweddings.com
List of Photographers’ Blogs - at Weddingbee
My favorite Photographers’ Blogs
www.weddingmomentsmag.com
Wedding blogs - see below |
| wedding blogs |
Top 100 Wedding Planning Blogs
Aylee’s Wedding Blogroll
Southern Weddings Mag
www.stylemepretty.com
Snippet & Ink - inspiration boards
The Bride’s Cafe - real weddings
Tastefully Entertaining - party inspiration boards
www.weddingbee.com
www.oncewed.com
www.junebugweddings.com
www.weddingblogawards.com |
| themes |
www.socialcouture.com
www.brides.com
www.weddingmomentsmag.com
www.askginka.com
www.alohafriendsluau.com |
| guides |
MS Wedding Workbook - printable
PashWeddings Planner - printable
Wedding Organizer templates - printable
RealSimple Printable Checklists - printable
Budget Breakdown and Tips
US Marriage Laws
Official State Websites:
www.state.YOURSTATE.us
- replace YOURSTATE with the state’s two-letter abbreviation
Wedding Etiquette - for couples
Wedding Etiquette - for guests
Wedding Day Emergency Kit
DW Packing Checklist
Tipping
Name Change Info & Checklist
Addressing wedding invitations 
iDo Wedding
Planning software
www.weddingwire.com
Sulla Tips
100 Best Websites For Your Wedding |
| vendor guides |
www.weddingwire.com - with people reviews on vendors
www.mywedding.com
www.projectwedding.com - people reviews on vendors
Questions to ask:
Baker
Bands/DJ
Caterer
Florist
Invitation Professional
Limousine Companies
Location Manager
Officiant
Photographer
Reception Venue
Videographer
Wedding Coordinator |
| regional wedding guides |
www.mywedding.com
www.herecomestheguide.com - California
www.bostonweddinggroup.com
www.styleguide.com.au - Australia |
| tools |
My WeddingWire - budget,
timeline, checklist, seating, guestlist, vendor list and more
Discovery Interactive Tools - interactive
countdown, cost calculator, seating planner, & dress type
Weather.com Tools
- weather, sunset calculator, flower finder, etc.
To Do List
Dress Yur Wedding
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
Wedding Mapper
Virtual Makeover
www.simpleseating.com
www.polyvore.com
Mosaic Maker
Bridescope - bridal horoscope |
| forums |
TheKnot Boards |
| events |
Bridal Shows and Events
List of Bridal Shows
WeddingWire
www.weddingsalon.com
www.asoolipwedding.com
www.aweddingaffair.com
www.nyweddingworkshop.com
The Wedding Party
New York Weddings Event
www.bridalevent.com
www.bridaltradeshows.com
www.greatbridalexpo.com
Wedding Showcase
Brides Against Breast Cancer
Filene’s Basement Bridal Events
Paper Source |
| registries |
Top 75 Places to Register
www.wishpot.com
www.myregistry.com
www.mygiftlist.com
www.wishingwell.com
The fine print: Honeymoon registries
www.travelersjoy.com
www.sendusoff.com
www.thebigday.com
www.honeyfund.com
www.distinctivehoneymoons.com
Wedding Channel Registry Finder |
| photography |
www.ppa.com
www.wpja.com
www.pictage.com
www.wppionline.com
Wedding Photography Directory
www.canditto.com - machine that copies photos from memory cards |
| album |
www.somersetalbums.com
www.good-stock.com
www.mycanvas.com
www.designmine-online.com
www.albumboutique.com
www.graphistudio.com
www.nationsphotolab.com
www.mypublisher.com
- click here for mypublisher review & photos
- click here for Powerpoint instructions from mrspresley
- click here for Paintshop instructions from MicheleLouise
www.blurb.com
www.mpix.com
www.inkubook.com
Photo Albums Compared |
| entertainment |
www.gigmasters.com |
| travel |
Aylee’s Travel Resources
www.kayak.com
- includes fare alerts
www.travelzoo.com
www.tripadvisor.com - hotel reviews
www.cdc.gov - vaccination info
US Travel Site - travel info & requirements
www.insuremytrip.com
Tourism Offices Directory
Fodor’s Travel Wire
TheHoneymoonBio – Honeymoon info |
| insurance |
www.wedsafe.com
www.protectmywedding.com |
| weather |
www.weather.com
Hurricanes: When & Where
www.farmersalmanac.com |
| wedding networking sites |
www.wedspace.com
www.weddingbycolor.com |
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| BUDGET IDEAS |
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US Average Wedding Cost
www.costhelper.com - cost ideas of wedding items/services
www.bridalnegotiator.com |
| budget ideas |
Budget Breakdown and Tips
BudgetWeddingsBio
BudgetBridesBio
NY Budget Vendors
Ways To Save
50 Ways to Trim Your Budget
TheNest Coupon forum
www.brideshare.com
Bridal Bargains book |
| savings |
ING Direct |
| discount dresses |
www.rkbridal.com - pricematches online prices by 5%
www.netbride.com
www.pearlsplace.com
www.houseofbrides.com - use price info for pricematching only, not recommended to buy from
www.bridalgarden.org - discounted new & gently used gowns
www.whitechicago.com
Vows Bridal Outlet
www.glamourcloset.com
www.bridecouture.com
www.dreambridalla.com
www.scarlettscloset.com
Your Dream Dress
www.sabrinaann.com
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
Brides Against Breast Cancer
Filene’s Basement Bridal Events |
| 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.orientaltrading.com
www.dollartree.com
www.dollardays.com
www.ebay.com
www.ikea.com
www.overstock.com
www.costco.com
www.target.com - dollar bins
www.walmart.com
dollar/99c stores |
| sweepstakes & promotions |
Bridal Guide
Brides.com
TheKnot
WeddingChannel.com
www.weddingwire.com - promotions and discounts |
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| STATIONERY & DIY |
| paper & crafts |
Paper Weight Guide
www.michaels.com
www.joann.com
www.discountcardstock.com
www.paper.com
www.paper-source.com
www.paperandmore.com
www.hiromipaper.com - japanese paper
www.lcipaper.com
www.envelopemall.com
www.scrap4fun.com - scrapbooking materials
www.islandpaperie.com - tropical paper
www.islandartcards.com - HI postcards
www.remoteassistance.com
www.avery.com - full sheet labels
www.labelsbythesheet.com - full sheet labels |
| templates & how-to’s |
Aylee’s templates
Aylee’s DIY projects
Microsoft templates
www.wedcraft.com
Save-On-Crafts
www.yourweddingcompany.com
www.acmoore.com
www.marthastewart.com
Paper Source
Mirkwood Designs
www.uprint.com
www.weddingstar.com
Knottie Templates
www.diynet.com
www.diybride.com
shanbritedesigns
AmyInSydney
DIY_Invitations
DIYpocketfold13
OnceWed
MIB*Bio - message in a bottle
MapBio - DIY map instructions
Wedding Mapper
ame3505 - frame card box
FrugalBride.com - cake card box
Monogram Powerpoint Instructions
Addressing wedding invitations |
| wording |
www.verseit.com
www.nuptialcelebrations.com - includes timelines
LCI Paper |
| text & cliparts |
www.dafont.com
www.fontfreak.com
www.specialtyfonts.com
www.houseoflime.com
www.abstractfonts.com
Microsoft Clip Art
Free Vector Art
www.barcodesinc.com - barcode generator
www.glittermaker.com
www.123glitter.com |
| printing |
www.overnightprints.com
www.vistaprint.com
www.mercuriobrothers.com - letterpress
www.emprint.net - letterpress
www.rinkaandink.com - letterpress |
| tools, embellishments, accessories |
www.papermart.com
www.craftamerica.com - charms
www.acharmingplace.com - individual charms
How to clean shells
www.blueseasonline.com
www.shellhorizons.com
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.screwpost.com
www.eyeletoutlet.com
www.thegrape.net - wine corks
www.moo.com - custom photo stickers |
| puzzles & more |
www.eclipsecrossword.com
Discovery Puzzlemaker
www.crayola.com - coloring sheets
www.thecrayonhouse.com - coloring sheets
www.kidsdomain.com
Coloring Book - courtesy of knottie PaulsGirlie |
| mailing |
www.papermart.com
www.usbox.com
www.fetpak.com
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.cecinewyork.com
www.beyondtheinvite.com
www.funnybuggy.com
www.grapevineweddings.com
www.hanahouproductions.com
www.papermints.com
www.redbliss.com
www.still-thoughts.com
www.weddingpaperdivas.com
www.whiteaisle.com
www.vistaprint.com - cheap magnets
www.specialeventticketing.com - custom event tickets
www.couturemaps.com - custom maps
www.jimhuntillustration.com - custom maps |
| online invites |
www.pingg.com
www.evite.com |
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| FASHION & BEAUTY |
| attire |
see Budget Ideas for more stores
www.pinkprincess.com
www.twobirdsbridesmaid.com
Dessy Twist Dress
www.etsy.com
www.cocomyles.com - design your own dress |
| personalized wear |
www.customglamgirl.com
www.wearmyname.com
www.spoolofdesign.com
www.hotfixdesigns.com - iron-on rhinestones |
| beauty & accessories |
Wedding Beauty Checklist
www.jenniferbehr.com
www.castlebride.com - birdcage veils
Piper Ewan @ Etsy
www.gabbymac.com - hair flower
www.breeziway.com - headpieces
Mikiye Creations
www.haircomesthebride.com
www.etsy.com |
| ring |
Diamond Buying Guide
www.pricescope.com
www.titaniumera.com
www.e-weddingbands.com
www.costco.com |
| emergency kit |
Ms. and Mrs. Survival Kits
Wine Out Stain Remover
Tide to Go Instant Stain Remover |
| parties |
www.sfactor.com
www.exoticdancecentral.com |
| gifts |
Geezees Canvas Art
www.indigonight.com
Personalized hangers
Boudoir albums - see Photgraphy or ask your photographer |
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| “DAY OF” DETAILS |
| decor |
www.save-on-crafts.com
www.orientaltrading.com
www.michaels.com
www.ikea.com
www.downtowncrafts.com
www.craftcuts.com - wood/acrylic monograms or letters
www.acandleco.com - wholesale candles
www.whiteaisle.com
www.jamaligarden.com
www.islandweddingshop.com
www.illuminations.com
www.pearlriver.com
www.etsy.com
www.cudge.net
www.bucket-outlet.com - galvanized buckets
www.buywax.com - jars
www.eparasols.com
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 |
Rose Petal
Coverage GuideFlower – Seasonal Availability
DK Designs - clay flowers
www.petalgarden.com
www.flyboynaturals.com
www.weddingaccessories.net - fabric rose petals
www.localharvest.org - list of farmers’ markets/local farms
www.theflowerexchange.com
www.americanfloraldistributors.com
www.growersbox.com
www.fiftyflowers.com |
| fabric / linen |
www.inweave.com
www.denverfabrics.com
www.wholesale-table-linens.com
www.fabric.com
www.bbjlinen.com - linen rental
www.nettieslinens.com - linen rental |
| lighting |
www.goboman.com |
| fans |
www.orientaltrading.com
www.asianideas.com
www.blissweddingsmarket.com
www.custom-programs.com - program fans
www.chicweddingfavors.com - sandalwood fans |
| OOT bags |
www.discountmugs.com
www.orientaltrading.com
www.buygiftbox.com - gable boxes
www.cheaptotes.com
www.ingreetings.com
www.papermart.com
www.ailanakai.com - palm bags
www.greenfeet.com - string bags
www.nashvillewraps.com
www.maptote.com
www.environmentbags.com |
| OOT stuffers |
www.minimus.biz
www.dollardays.com
www.orientaltrading.com
www.itheesnap.com - camera
www.photoimprints.com - custom luggage tags
Luggage tag holders
www.towels4less.com
www.textileshop.com
Dollar Tree |
| favors |
www.weddingthings.com
www.beau-coup.com
www.blissweddingsmarket.com
www.daisy-days.com
www.efavormart.com
www.goodthingsweddingfavors.com
www.waxwizard.net - creative candles
www.asianideas.com
www.mediaxpress.net
www.cdprintexpress.com
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 |
theme_cakes
www.auntienalaniscookies.com
www.paulettemacarons.com
www.cookiesandwich.com
www.browniepops.com
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.bulkfoods.com
www.ilovesweettreats.com
www.bulkcandystore.com
www.economycandy.com
www.candywarehouse.com
www.metrocandy.com
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.martiniart.com
www.myjones.com - personalized soda
www.izze.com
www.winecountrysoda.com
www.boylanbottling.com
www.lorina.com
www.stirrings.com
Drink Calculator
Drink Calculator & Guide |
| guestbooks |
www.adessoalbums.com
www.kolo.com
www.mypublisher.com
www.engraveplates.com
www.guestbookstore.com
GlimmerGal - guestbook platter
www.explicitlyyourspencils.com - personalized pencils |
| photos / photobooth |
www.nycphotobooth.com
www.photoboothfavors.com
www.photoboothplanet.com
www.classicphotobooth.net
www.partybooths.com
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.weddingwire.com
www.wedalert.com
www.ultimatewedding.com
www.weddinglobe.com
www.weddingvendors.com - includes reviews
musicbio |
| playlist |
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| BIO & WEB |
| personal wedding website |
www.weddingwebsites.com - wedding websites comparison
www.weddingwire.com - free
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
www.momentville.com - free
www.shutterfly.com - free
www.wedquarters.com
www.weddingwindow.com
www.wedorama.com |
| bio creation tool |
www.thebiobuilder.com
www.stlwed.com
AdvancedBio
NVU Bio Help
www.weebly.com |
| image host /photo sharing |
www.shutterfly.com
www.flickr.com
www.photobucket.com
www.picasa.com
www.snapfish.com
www.theweddinglens.com
Gallery - website gallery software |
| background |
www.k10k.net |
countdown
tickers |
www.tickerfactory.com
www.daisypath.com
www.clocklink.com
www.families.com
www.ezticker.com |
| playlist |
www.playlist.com
www.imeem.com |
| videos |
www.youtube.com
www.vimeo.com |
| widgets |
Save-The-Date widget |
| shoutbox |
www.creationcenter.com
www.shoutmix.com |
| counters |
Google
Analytics
www.sitemeter.com
www.digits.com
www.whenismywedding.com |
| weather |
www.weather.com
www.weatherreports.com |
| map |
www.world66.com |
| free email |
Top 10 Free Email Services |
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| HELPFUL BIOS |
| help bios |
Knottie Specialty Bio List
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
www.yournewportwedding.com
www.riweddingguide.com
www.newportweddingmagazine.com
www.chattybrides.com |
| photobooth |
www.bostonphotoboothrental.com
www.riphotobooths.com
www.nephotobooth.com |
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