Planning Your Wedding: A Checklist For Diy Couples

Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but a DIY wedding planning checklist can help you stay on top of things and ensure you get everything on time. This checklist will help you organise everything from the bridal attire to the seating chart, and even includes a list of how to create your own binder at home if you prefer a more hands-on approach.

Wedding planning calendar and checklist

Wedding planning can be overwhelming, so staying on top of things is key. It's important to book vendors right away, as some become fully booked a year in advance. Bridal attire and bridesmaid dresses also need to be ordered months in advance, so it's worth keeping a wedding planning calendar and checklist.

The Wedding Shoppe has a downloadable, interactive wedding planning calendar and checklist that can be used on iPhone, iPad, or laptop, or printed out for a binder. It has 20 beautifully designed pages.

A wedding planning binder can be put together at home. Supplies that can be used include clear sheet covers to store contracts and pictures, and a clear zip pouch for storing swatches and business cards.

A wedding planning checklist should be tweaked to suit the individual wedding. However, some tasks to include are finalising the seating chart and giving a trusted friend or family member all the cheques for vendors to ensure they are paid on time.

Booking vendors

Give a trusted friend or family member all the cheques for vendors to ensure they are paid on time. You can use clear sheet covers to store contracts, pictures, etc. You can also use a clear zip pouch for storing swatches, business cards, etc.

Seating chart

First, you need to decide whether you want a seating chart at all. Some couples prefer to let their guests choose where to sit. If you do want a seating chart, you need to decide how formal or informal you want it to be. You could have a traditional seating chart with assigned seats, or you could have a more relaxed approach with assigned tables but no assigned seats.

Next, you need to collect the necessary information. This includes the number of guests, the size and shape of the tables, and any special seating requests or requirements. You should also consider the layout of the venue and the flow of traffic during the reception.

Once you have all the information, you can start creating your seating chart. There are many ways to do this, from using online tools and apps to creating a physical chart with paper and pens. You can also use seating chart templates or create your own design.

Finally, don't forget to communicate your seating chart to your guests. You can do this through place cards, a sign at the entrance of the reception, or by assigning ushers to guide guests to their seats.

Bridal attire

When it comes to bridal attire, it's important to plan ahead. Bridal attire and bridesmaid dresses need to be ordered months in advance due to production times and alterations.

There are many different outfits that the bride needs to plan, from the rehearsal dinner to the bridal shower and the bachelorette party. It's important to feel confident and comfortable in your bridal attire, whether it's a traditional choice or something unique.

When picking out bridesmaid attire, consider the diversity of body types and personal preferences. The latest trend is mix-and-match styles in coordinating colours and patterns, allowing each bridesmaid to find a dress that flatters her figure and aligns with her style. Encourage open communication among the bridesmaids to ensure everyone feels comfortable and confident in their chosen dresses.

To maintain cohesion, stick to a consistent colour palette or complementary shades that complement the wedding theme. Accessorising is key! Encourage your bridesmaids to have fun with accessories such as statement jewellery, elegant hairpieces, or trendy clutches.

Supplies for a binder

If you're planning a wedding, it's a good idea to get organised with a binder. You can buy a wedding planning calendar and checklist to print out and put in your binder, or you can create your own. You'll need to gather your supplies, which might include:

• Clear sheet covers to store contracts, pictures, etc.
• A clear zip pouch for storing swatches, business cards, etc.
• Paper
• Dividers
• Pens
• Highlighters
• Post-it notes

Frequently asked questions