I’m pretty particular about the pictures of me that can be easily viewed by the rest of the world. Just ask Mr. Chic ‘n Cheap. I make him delete pictures off Facebook or untag myself all the time. But I…
I see more and more notes at wedding receptions indicating that the couple is making a gift to charity in lieu of favors (or more elaborate favors). But why settle for just favors or just a donation when you can…
In honor of Bastille Day,Bonne fête! I do have a special place in my heart for things French after living there for a bit last year (though I don’t miss trying to buy groceries on Sundays – they were only…
Rewards in the form of icy treats are always nice. That and serving your community is a nice break from wedding planning. Get a 6 oz. cone from Baskin Robbins for joining Do Something.Though I look young, I sadly can…
$5 buys: 2 McDonald‘s snack wraps and small fries venti frappuccino from Starbucks 3 Beard Papa’s cream puffs It could also buy adorable brooches on eBay from seller tintansalon.His auctions start at .99 and shipping is $4.50 to the US….
So, we have a strict “No date unless it’s a significant other policy”. As we all know, receptions get expensive and we’ve already cut plenty of costs for the wedding. Though we explained this policy to our friends, one still…
I’ve said it before – but IKEA isn’t just about the meatballs and affordable furniture. IKEA also has some interesting potential centerpieces (the drinking glasses in part 1 were a very cool twist on candle holders). Here are some fun…
The modern, utilitarian, and utterly affordable pieces from this Swedish home furnishings juggernaut are no stranger to dorm rooms, model apartments, and restaurants. But keep them in mind for your wedding decor as well. Seriously. Here are two examples of…
$1000. That was the price of the alencon lace veil I tried on at Kleinsfeld a few months ago. My two luxury dresses don’t even cost that much. I was quoted prices starting $500 for a finger tip alencon lace veil at…
I’ve been tagged by Project: 10k wedding and Pink Argyle to list a few things that make me happy. I’ll list my favorites of the moment… Here we go! 1. My Mr. of course – but Charlie Brown has more…