How to RECYCLE....a Wedding!

In honor of Earth Day - here are some tips that will not only save our planet, but will save you $$ in the bank! Not every wedding as to be as royal as William and Kate's (although you know we are all dying to see what her dress looks like!) Planning a wedding doesn't have to break the bank - yes, it might be the biggest party you will ever throw...but why not make it sensible, and using items that can be used again...if you think about it, they will just remind you of your Big Day whenever you see them!



Let's start with the dress - you love the Vera Wang you saw in the magazine, but it's WAY over your budget, Recycled Bride has a variety of gently used wedding apparel, you are only wearing it once right?

Invites - Etsy I can be on this website for hours.. not only is that a page full of eco-friendly invites, but they are all hand-made and you are supporting a local artist. 

Centerpieces - We mentioned them in our blog before, and we plan on blogging about them again - Mason Jars! Flowers, candles, herbs, spices - fill them up with everything and anything and use them for centerpieces and/or favors. After your Big Day use them to hold your pasta, grains or flowers!

Place cards - These Seed Paper ornaments are perfect for place cards - picture them hanging from a ornamental tree or clothesline.. you can even give them away for favors at the shower or wedding - the guests will get to plant them and always have a memory of your Big Day when they look at the flowers!



So as you think about what kind of wedding you want, consider these ideas. If you need help along the way - just contact us, Big Day Planners!

Happy Planning!
Dana & Shannon