Are you getting married?

Planning, resourcefulness and a little creativity can help you get the wedding you want without blowing your budget. In this podcast, you’ll hear a 12-minute conversation with Jessica, a newlywed who put a lot of effort into her beautiful wedding – without spending a bundle. Jessica learned to get crafty, relied on friends and family for help, and maintained a positive attitude throughout the year-long wedding planning process. In the end, she and her husband created a memorable day that uniquely met their needs.

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Here’s what you’ll hear in this podcast:

00:00
Introduction of Jessica
00:52
 Spent one year planning her wedding, after engagement on a cruise ship.
01:27
 Lots of research online, especially at http://CanadianBride.com and http://WeddingBells.ca.
01:55
 Getting crafty with invitations, programs, card box, table décor and more.
02:50
 Flowers don’t have to be expensive.
03:17
 Dramatic lighting sets the mood.
03:42
 Say “yes” to friends and family when they offer to help.
04:15
 Hiring your own caterer when possible will save you money; serve a light meal.
05:49
 Mix up your music, from polka to house to swing.
07:30
Yes, you can learn crafts from books.
09:08
 What would Jessica have done differently? Plan earlier; spend more time researching wedding vendors, avoiding a rush at the end.
11:15
 Making decisions and sticking with them to avoid stress; spending money on the things YOU want, not what others want you to do.
13:19
Start planning early.
13:35
 Consider a tax-free savings account or a loan so you can get the wedding of your dreams.