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~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

futurestevens Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

BUMP ... I know there's been a lot of checks lately
Gaby8 Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

This is a GREAT list... I need to get my BUTT moving! LOL
NellieBellie32 Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

OMG im not even a quarter of the way done....SO MUCH TO DO, SO LITTLE TIME

Set Date - CHECK
Set Budget- CHECK
Prepare preliminary Guestlist- CHECK
Engagement Announcements- CHECK
Ceremony Site/Church- CHECK
Officiant- CHECK
Reception Site- CHECK
Photographer- CHECK
Videographer- CHECK
Band/DJ - CH and Reception- CHECK
Ceremony Musicians- CHECK
Select & Ask Bridal Party- CHECK

Purchase Wedding Insurance
Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc)
Register for Precana classes
Apply for passports and all travel necessities: visas, vaccines, etc
Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests
Prepare STD guestlist- CHECK
Send out STDs
Select stores, make list, & register- CHECK
Book wedding day transportation (limos)

Shop for and order Bride's Gown- CHECK
Shop for and order Bridesmaids Gowns- CHECK
Shop for and order Flowergirl(s) Dress(es)
MOB & MOG order gowns
Finalize Guestlist
Book Honeymoon
Book Florist
Select and order Invitations
Book Calligrapher
Shop for and order wedding rings

Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc
Plan back up locations for ceremony, photo sessions in case of rain
Shop for, order/make favors
Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts- CHECK
Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s)- CHECK
Purchase Bride's shoes, undergarments, stockings, garters, and jewelry- CHECK

Purchase cake serving set, toasting flutes, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs (unity candle, tossing petals, etc)- CHECK

Purchase Guestbook for reception
Order Tuxes
Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper, seating arrangements, etc
Select and order wedding cake
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
Prepare OOT welcome baskets

Must-Take photo list
Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band
Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
Sit for Engagement Photos
Purchase or make ceremony programs
Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
Host BM luncheon

Mail out invitations
Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
Attend gown fittings
Break in wedding day shoes
Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc

Call guests who have not RSVP'd
Obtain Marriage License
Shop & pack for Honeymoon
Attend shower and bachelor(ette) parties
Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
Send out wedding announcements to local paper


Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors

Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements

Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.

Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

Prepare day-of emergency kit
Prepare any speeches or toasts
Place tips for each vendor in envelopes
MrsVtoBe Posted:

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*= done

Set Date *
Set Budget *
Prepare preliminary Guestlist *
Engagement Announcements *
Ceremony Site/Church *
Officiant *
Reception Site *
Photographer *
Videographer *
Band/DJ - CH and Reception *
Ceremony Musicians *
Select & Ask Bridal Party *

Purchase Wedding Insurance N/A
Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc)
Register for Precana classes*
Apply for passports and all travel necessities: visas, vaccines, etc
Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests
Prepare STD guestlist *
Send out STDs
Select stores, make list, & register *
Book wedding day transportation (limos) *

Shop for and order Bride's Gown *
Shop for and order Bridesmaids Gowns* HALF DONE
Shop for and order Flowergirl(s) Dress(es) N/A
MOB & MOG order gowns
Finalize Guestlist *
Book Honeymoon
Book Florist
Select and order Invitations
Book Calligrapher
Shop for and order wedding rings

Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc
Plan back up locations for ceremony, photo sessions in case of rain *
Shop for, order/make favors
Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts
Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s) *
Purchase Bride's shoes, undergarments, stockings, garters, & jewelry*HALF DONE

Purchase cake serving set, toasting flutes, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs (unity candle, tossing petals, etc)*

Purchase Guestbook for reception N/A
Order Tuxes
Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper, seating arrangements, etc
Select and order wedding cake
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
Prepare OOT welcome baskets

Must-Take photo list *
Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band
Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
Sit for Engagement Photos *
Purchase or make ceremony programs
Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
Host BM luncheon

Mail out invitations
Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
Attend gown fittings
Break in wedding day shoes
Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc

Call guests who have not RSVP'd
Obtain Marriage License
Shop & pack for Honeymoon
Attend shower and bachelor(ette) parties
Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
Send out wedding announcements to local paper


Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors

Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements

Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.

Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

Prepare day-of emergency kit
Prepare any speeches or toasts
Place tips for each vendor in envelopes
aquag12283 Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

Wow there is so much but I do have some of it done!

**= done

Set Date**
Set Budget**
Prepare preliminary Guestlist**
Engagement Announcements**
Ceremony Site/Church**
Officiant**
Reception Site**
Photographer**
Videographer**
Band/DJ - CH and Reception**
Ceremony Musicians**
Select & Ask Bridal Party**

Purchase Wedding Insurance
Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc)
Register for Precana classes
Apply for passports and all travel necessities: visas, vaccines, etc
Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests
Prepare STD guestlist**
Send out STDs
Select stores, make list, & register**
Book wedding day transportation (limos)

Shop for and order Bride's Gown**
Shop for and order Bridesmaids Gowns
Shop for and order Flowergirl(s) Dress(es)
MOB & MOG order gowns
Finalize Guestlist
Book Honeymoon
Book Florist
Select and order Invitations
Book Calligrapher
Shop for and order wedding rings

Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc **
Plan back up locations for ceremony, photo sessions in case of rain
Shop for, order/make favors
Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts
Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s)
Purchase Bride's shoes, undergarments, stockings, garters, and jewelry

Purchase cake serving set, toasting flutes, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs (unity candle, tossing petals, etc) **

Purchase Guestbook for reception
Order Tuxes
Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper, seating arrangements, etc
Select and order wedding cake
Schedule ceremony rehearsal**
Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
Prepare OOT welcome baskets

Must-Take photo list
Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band
Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
Sit for Engagement Photos
Purchase or make ceremony programs
Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
Host BM luncheon

Mail out invitations
Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
Attend gown fittings
Break in wedding day shoes
Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc

Call guests who have not RSVP'd
Obtain Marriage License
Shop & pack for Honeymoon
Attend shower and bachelor(ette) parties
Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
Send out wedding announcements to local paper


Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors

Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements

Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.

Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

Prepare day-of emergency kit
Prepare any speeches or toasts
Place tips for each vendor in envelopes
SoonToBeMrsONeill Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

This thread gives me anxiety
adelya21 Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

seriously lol i couldnt read past the first line

Posted by allornil

lol I saw that list and broke out in hives!!!!

cant i just get my pretty dress and show up somewhere?


depoc1011 Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

Copy the checklist below and as you complete items, check them off so we can all see your progress

Set Date- CHECK
Set Budget- CHECK
Prepare preliminary Guestlist-CHECK
Engagement Announcements- NA
Ceremony Site/Church-CHECK
Officiant-CHECK
Reception Site-CHECK
Photographer-CHECK
Videographer-CHECK
Band/DJ - CH and Reception-CHECK
Ceremony Musicians-CHECK
Select & Ask Bridal Party-CHECK

Purchase Wedding Insurance
Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc)
Register for Precana classes-CHECK
Apply for passports and all travel necessities: visas, vaccines, etc-NA
Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests-NA
Prepare STD guestlist- CHECK
Send out STDs
Select stores, make list, & register- CHECK
Book wedding day transportation (limos)- CHECK

Shop for and order Bride's Gown- CHECK
Shop for and order Bridesmaids Gowns
Shop for and order Flowergirl(s) Dress(es)
MOB & MOG order gowns
Finalize Guestlist- JUST ABOUT A CHECK
Book Honeymoon- 1/4 CHECK
Book Florist-CHECK
Select and order Invitations-1/2 CHECK
Book Calligrapher- CHECK
Shop for and order wedding rings-CHECK

Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc
Plan back up locations for ceremony, photo sessions in case of rain
Shop for, order/make favors
Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts
Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s)- CHECK
Purchase Bride's shoes, undergarments, stockings, garters, and jewelry

Purchase cake serving set, toasting flutes, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs (unity candle, tossing petals, etc)- CHECK

Purchase Guestbook for reception-CHECK
Order Tuxes
Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper, seating arrangements, etc
Select and order wedding cake-CHECK
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
Prepare OOT welcome baskets NA

Must-Take photo list
Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band
Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
Sit for Engagement Photos
Purchase or make ceremony programs-CHECK
Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
Host BM luncheon

Mail out invitations
Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
Attend gown fittings
Break in wedding day shoes
Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc-CHECK

Call guests who have not RSVP'd
Obtain Marriage License
Shop & pack for Honeymoon
Attend shower and bachelor(ette) parties
Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
Send out wedding announcements to local paper


Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors

Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements

Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.

Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

Prepare day-of emergency kit
Prepare any speeches or toasts
Place tips for each vendor in envelope
tac30 Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

Copy the checklist below and as you complete items, check them off so we can all see your progress

Set Date- DONE!
Set Budget- DONE!
Prepare preliminary Guestlist
Engagement Announcements
Ceremony Site/Church
Officiant
Reception Site- DONE!
Photographer- DONE!
Videographer- DONE!
Band/DJ - CH and Reception- DONE!
Ceremony Musicians
Select & Ask Bridal Party- DONE!

Purchase Wedding Insurance
Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc)
Register for Precana classes
Apply for passports and all travel necessities: visas, vaccines, etc
Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests
Prepare STD guestlist
Send out STDs
Select stores, make list, & register
Book wedding day transportation (limos)

Shop for and order Bride's Gown
Shop for and order Bridesmaids Gowns
Shop for and order Flowergirl(s) Dress(es)
MOB & MOG order gowns
Finalize Guestlist
Book Honeymoon
Book Florist
Select and order Invitations
Book Calligrapher
Shop for and order wedding rings

Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc
Plan back up locations for ceremony, photo sessions in case of rain
Shop for, order/make favors
Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts
Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s)
Purchase Bride's shoes, undergarments, stockings, garters, and jewelry

Purchase cake serving set, toasting flutes, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs (unity candle, tossing petals, etc)

Purchase Guestbook for reception
Order Tuxes
Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper, seating arrangements, etc
Select and order wedding cake
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
Prepare OOT welcome baskets

Must-Take photo list
Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band
Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
Sit for Engagement Photos
Purchase or make ceremony programs
Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
Host BM luncheon

Mail out invitations
Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
Attend gown fittings
Break in wedding day shoes
Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc

Call guests who have not RSVP'd
Obtain Marriage License
Shop & pack for Honeymoon
Attend shower and bachelor(ette) parties
Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
Send out wedding announcements to local paper


Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors

Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements

Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.

Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

Prepare day-of emergency kit
Prepare any speeches or toasts
Place tips for each vendor in envelopes

HSsweethearts Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

BUMPing because I finally have a few checks

FutureJOC Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

DONE:
- Set Date
- Set Budget
- Prepare preliminary Guestlist
- Engagement Announcements
- Ceremony Site/Church
- Reception Site
- Photographer
- Band/DJ - CH and Reception
- Ceremony Musicians
- Select & Ask Bridal Party
- Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests
- Prepare STD guestlist
- Send out STDs
- Select stores, make list, & register
- Book wedding day transportation (limos)
- Shop for and order Bride's Gown
- Finalize Guestlist
- Book Florist
- Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc
- Shop for, order/make favors
- Purchase Bride's shoes
- Purchase toasting flutes, unity candle
- Purchase Guestbook for reception
- Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper
- Must-Take photo list
- Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band
- Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
- Sit for Engagement Photos
- Purchase or make ceremony programs
- Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s)
- Purchase Bride's Wedding Band
- Purchased Bubbles for ceremony
- Purchased Parasols for BMs
- Booked MUA
- Officiant
- Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts
- Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc)
- BM Dress(es)
- Register for Precana classes
- Apply for passports and all travel necessities: visas, vaccines, etc
- Order Invitations
- Videographer
- MOB gown
- Purchase cake serving set, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs
- Schedule ceremony rehearsal
- Break in wedding day shoes
- Attend shower
- Purchase Groom's Wedding Band
- Order Tuxes
- Book Honeymoon
- Purchase Bride's undergarments, stockings, garters, and jewelry
- Select and order wedding cake
- Mail out invitations
- Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
- Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements
- Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
- Attend gown fittings
- Obtain Marriage License
- Do seating assigment and finalized Seating Chart
- MOG order gowns
- Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
- Call guests who have not RSVP'd
- Attend bachelor(ette) parties





TO DO:
- Plan back up locations for photo sessions in case of rain
- Prepare OOT welcome baskets
- Host BM luncheon
- Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
- Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc
- Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
- Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors
- Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.
- Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport
- Prepare day-of emergency kit
- Prepare any speeches or toasts
- Place tips for each vendor in envelopes



Jsquared Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

Set Date X
Set Budget X
Prepare preliminary Guestlist
Engagement Announcements X
Ceremony Site/Church
Officiant
Reception Site X
Photographer X
Videographer
Band/DJ - CH and Reception X
Ceremony Musicians
Select & Ask Bridal Party X

Purchase Wedding Insurance
Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc)
Register for Precana classes
Apply for passports and all travel necessities: visas, vaccines, etc X
Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests
Prepare STD guestlist
Send out STDs
Select stores, make list, & register
Book wedding day transportation (limos) X

Shop for and order Bride's Gown
Shop for and order Bridesmaids Gowns
Shop for and order Flowergirl(s) Dress(es)
MOB & MOG order gowns
Finalize Guestlist
Book Honeymoon
Book Florist X
Select and order Invitations
Book Calligrapher
Shop for and order wedding rings

Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc
Plan back up locations for ceremony, photo sessions in case of rain
Shop for, order/make favors
Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts
Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s)
Purchase Bride's shoes, undergarments, stockings, garters, and jewelry

Purchase cake serving set, toasting flutes, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs (unity candle, tossing petals, etc)

Purchase Guestbook for reception X
Order Tuxes
Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper, seating arrangements, etc
Select and order wedding cake
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
Prepare OOT welcome baskets

Must-Take photo list
Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band
Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
Sit for Engagement Photos
Purchase or make ceremony programs
Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
Host BM luncheon

Mail out invitations
Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
Attend gown fittings
Break in wedding day shoes
Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc

Call guests who have not RSVP'd
Obtain Marriage License
Shop & pack for Honeymoon
Attend shower and bachelor(ette) parties
Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
Send out wedding announcements to local paper


Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors

Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements

Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.

Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

Prepare day-of emergency kit
Prepare any speeches or toasts
Place tips for each vendor in envelopes
Jsquared Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

wowww i havent done anything hehe

Pacie Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

I was intimated by this list at first but I check off a lot considering we still have a year and four months (TO DATE) to go!

Set Date - Completed
Set Budget - Completed
Prepare preliminary Guestlist - Completed
Engagement Announcements - Completed
Ceremony Site/Church - Completed
Officiant - Completed
Reception Site - Completed
Photographer - Completed
Videographer - Completed
Band/DJ - CH and Reception – In progress
Ceremony Musicians - Completed
Select & Ask Bridal Party - Completed

Purchase Wedding Insurance - N/A
Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc)- Completed
Register for Precana classes - Completed
Apply for passports and all travel necessities: visas, vaccines, etc - Completed
Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests – N/A
Prepare STD guestlist
Send out STDs
Select stores, make list, & register
Book wedding day transportation (limos)

Shop for and order Bride's Gown
Shop for and order Bridesmaids Gowns – In progress – Already picked out dresses – in 2 weeks to order
Shop for and order Flowergirl(s) Dress(es)- N/A
MOB & MOG order gowns
Finalize Guestlist
Book Honeymoon
Book Florist
Select and order Invitations – In progress – already selected just waiting to order
Book Calligrapher
Shop for and order wedding rings

Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc
Plan back up locations for ceremony, photo sessions in case of rain
Shop for, order/make favors
Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts
Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s)
Purchase Bride's shoes, undergarments, stockings, garters, and jewelry

Purchase cake serving set, toasting flutes, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs (unity candle, tossing petals, etc) – In Progress – Just ordered Cake Topper!!!

Purchase Guestbook for reception
Order Tuxes
Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper, seating arrangements, etc
Select and order wedding cake
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
Prepare OOT welcome baskets

Must-Take photo list
Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band
Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
Sit for Engagement Photos
Purchase or make ceremony programs
Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
Host BM luncheon

Mail out invitations
Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
Attend gown fittings
Break in wedding day shoes
Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc

Call guests who have not RSVP'd
Obtain Marriage License
Shop & pack for Honeymoon
Attend shower and bachelor(ette) parties
Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
Send out wedding announcements to local paper


Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors

Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements

Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.

Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras , toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

Prepare day-of emergency kit
Prepare any speeches or toasts
Place tips for each vendor in envelopes
FutureJOC Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

bump

SoonToBeMrsFox Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

this list stresses me out
mp1082 Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

Wow - this is stressful! But I guess I have gotten a good amount done in a short amount of time:

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Set Date - Complete
Set Budget - Complete
Prepare preliminary Guestlist - Complete
Engagement Announcements - n/a
Ceremony Site/Church - Complete
Officiant - In progress
Reception Site - Complete
Photographer - Complete
Videographer - Undecided whether we are getting one
Band/DJ - Complete
Ceremony Musicians - Complete
Select & Ask Bridal Party - Complete

Purchase Wedding Insurance - n/a
Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc) - Complete
Register for Precana classes - n/a
Apply for passports and all travel necessities - Complete
Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests -
Prepare STD guestlist - Complete
Send out STDs - Not time yet!
Select stores, make list, & register - In progress
Book wedding day transportation (limos) - Researching

Shop for and order Bride's Gown - In progress
Shop for and order Bridesmaids Gowns - In progress
Shop for and order Flowergirl(s) Dress(es) - Selected, not ordered
MOB & MOG order gowns - Not even started!
Finalize Guestlist - ha….hahahahahah! Stresssss.
Book Honeymoon - Selected, not booked
Book Florist -
Select and order Invitations - Selected, not ordered
Book Calligrapher - Contacted
Shop for and order wedding rings -

Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc - In progress
Plan back up locations for ceremony, photo sessions in case of rain - n/a
Shop for, order/make favors -
Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts - In progress
Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s) -
Purchase Bride's shoes, undergarments, stockings, garters, and jewelry -

Purchase cake serving set, toasting flutes, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs (unity candle, tossing petals, etc)

Purchase Guestbook for reception
Order Tuxes
Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper, seating arrangements, etc - Planned in head, not implemented at ALL
Select and order wedding cake
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
Prepare OOT welcome baskets

Must-take photo list
Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band - Complete
Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
Sit for Engagement Photos - next week
Purchase or make ceremony programs
Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
Host BM luncheon

Mail out invitations
Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
Attend gown fittings
Break in wedding day shoes
Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc

Call guests who have not RSVP'd
Obtain Marriage License
Shop & pack for Honeymoon
Attend shower and bachelor(ette) parties
Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
Send out wedding announcements to local paper

Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors

Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements

Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.

Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

Prepare day-of emergency kit
Prepare any speeches or toasts
Place tips for each vendor in envelopes
CC430 Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

Set Date - DONE
Set Budget - DONE
Prepare preliminary Guestlist - DONE
Engagement Announcements - DONE
Ceremony Site/Church - DONE
Officiant - DONE
Reception Site - DONE
Photographer - DONE
Videographer - DONE
Band/DJ - CH and Reception - DONE
Ceremony Musicians - DONE
Select & Ask Bridal Party - DONE


Purchase Wedding Insurance

Gather requirements for religious ceremony (baptismal certificates, divorce decrees, etc) - DONE
Register for Precana classes - DONE

Apply for passports and all travel necessities: visas, vaccines, etc
Block off hotel rooms for OOT Guests
Prepare STD guestlist
Send out STDs
Select stores, make list, & register
Book wedding day transportation (limos)

Shop for and order Bride's Gown - DONE
Shop for and order Bridesmaids Gowns - DONE

Shop for and order Flowergirl(s) Dress(es)
MOB & MOG order gowns
Finalize Guestlist
Book Honeymoon
Book Florist- DONE

Select and order Invitations
Book Calligrapher
Shop for and order wedding rings

Plan ceremony: writing vows, music selections, readings, kebutah, etc
Plan back up locations for ceremony, photo sessions in case of rain
Shop for, order/make favors
Purchase Bridal Party gifts, parents gifts
Purchase tiara/headpiece and veil(s)
Purchase Bride's shoes, undergarments, stockings, garters, and jewelry

Purchase cake serving set, toasting flutes, ring pillow, & any other ceremony needs (unity candle, tossing petals, etc)

Purchase Guestbook for reception
Order Tuxes
Plan reception: first dance song selection, parent dances, place cards, place card holders, cake topper, seating arrangements, etc
Select and order wedding cake
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Book rehearsal dinner site and send out invites
Prepare OOT welcome baskets

Must-Take photo list
Do not play/must play lists for DJ/Band
Schedule Hair & Makeup trials
Sit for Engagement Photos
Purchase or make ceremony programs
Schedule day of hair, makeup, and nail appts for Bride and BMs
Host BM luncheon

Mail out invitations
Finalize menus, song selections, timelines, and all details with all vendors
Attend gown fittings
Break in wedding day shoes
Make sure you have something old, new, blue, etc

Call guests who have not RSVP'd
Obtain Marriage License
Shop & pack for Honeymoon
Attend shower and bachelor(ette) parties
Set aside time to write thank you notes for shower gifts
Prepare Day-of Timeline and give a copy to each vendor along with copies of must-take photo lists, etc
Send out wedding announcements to local paper


Confirm all final payments, schedule, pick up times, head count, etc with all vendors

Confirm HM reservations and travel arrangements

Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license,
candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport.

Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting
goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

Prepare day-of emergency kit
Prepare any speeches or toasts
Place tips for each vendor in envelopes
MissingLI Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~

Updated my list! I'm feeling slightly accomplished.
FutureJOC Posted:

Re: ~*~*~*OFFICIAL 2011 BRIDES CHECKLIST THREAD*~*~*~


Posted by MissingLI

Updated my list! I'm feeling slightly accomplished.



I went to update mine as well and only one thing gone moved to the completed section LOL

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