While preparing for your big day, The Knot offers a look at do-it-yourself wedding ideas to truly make your celebration the most special day of your life. Adding a personalized touch to invitations and favors is a great way to save money and flaunt your creative side. But when it comes to catering, for example, well trained caterers and a supportive staff is the best way to avoid the stress of doing-it-yourself. At Branches we guarantee perfect catered affairs with an incredible atmosphere. Contact Branches for any of your event needs today.
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Some projects are tougher than others, and what you thought would be a 1-2-3 could turn into an undertaking worthy of a world-class planner. To avoid DIY overload, choose wisely.
DIY Dos
Your Favors: Grab a box of your favorite mix and start baking. Pack them in colorful boxes or cute bags. Be sure to give guests handwritten cards that say you’ve given in their name.
Your Invitations, Programs, and Save-the-Dates: Head to a local paper store for a DIY kit or choose stock paper in any color and print stylish invites right off of your computer.
Your Makeup: If you do your own makeup, you’ll be in the privacy of your home or hotel room — and you won’t have to book an appointment (or worry about being on time)!
DIY Don’ts
Your Photos: All of your loved ones may promise to capture every moment, but what happens if they get distracted or have a camera malfunction? If it’s important for you to have high-quality images and hundreds of great shots, hire a pro.
Your Catering: Catering a large-scale party is a huge undertaking, even for a culinary whiz. You’ll be hard-pressed to get enough food together for a hundred people and keep it hot — even if you make the best dish in town. And, once you get it made, you’ll need a reliable staff to serve it. Caterers are trained to make it happen; they have the support staff to serve you and your guests in a timely manner.
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