CAN ANYONE PLEASE GIVE ME SOME FEED BACK ON HOW TO GET EVERYTHING TOGETHER, LIKE....... WHERE CAN I FIND CHEAP FAVORS, OR WHERE CAN I GO TO FIND CHEAP VASE CYLINDERS AS MY CENTER PIECES. MY COLORS ARE BLACK&WHITE W/SPLASH OF RED (BOUQUETS). I JUST WANT SOME FEED BACK AND IF ANYONE IS FROM CHICAGO OR JUST KNOW OF A BANQUETS HALL THAT IS LOCAL (ACROSS THE GLOBE) THAT WILL BE GREAT TO BECAUSE THAT'S WEAR MY ISSUES ARE COMING ABOUT IS FIND A HALL AND NOT A CHAPEL BECAUSE I WANT TO DO BOTH CEREMONY AND RECEPTION ALL IN ONE PLACE. BUT ANY INFO WILL BE HELPFUL ( IF EXPERIENCED).
2006-12-22 04:11:01 · 16 answers · asked by the real deal 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
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2006-12-22 04:12:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Oh my god u are in luck, I'm from chicago. I'm having my wedding at a very elegant ballroom. The prices vary but it cost half as cheap if you do it on any other day than Saturday. The website is www.michellesballroom.com. They don't have designated catering, so you can serve what ever you want from where ever you want. They have room for 250 people. They also have center peices that you can use, and they're actually white. I didn't really care for them but if your on a budget they'll work. There is no extra charge if you have the ceremony there, the rental is only for 5 hours, you can however rent it for extra hours if need be. There is a craft store called Metro it's on Addison and central, I went there and I really didn't care for it, a lot of their stuff is really out dated. You can go to Micheal's, Joann's or the Dollar Store. I've also found alot of stuff on the internet. Ikea is also a good place to get vases, candles, and stuff like that. If you need more info pick my answer as ur best, so that I know your interested and I'll send u my email address.
2006-12-22 06:51:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The internet is the best place to find the best deals. Google everything. The hotels where I live have halls and ballrooms you can rent for the day or a few hours (typically older five star hotels). Keep in mind set up time/clean up time when renting by hour. Also, go to the book store and get the Wedding Solutions Organizer Book. It has timelines, check lists, everything you need. Good Luck!
2006-12-22 04:41:02 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ok...
1) Get fake flowers. It may seem wierd but it is a whole lot cheaper. They look very nice and are not expensive. You can get them at Michaels or Joanne's.
2) I live in Michigan and a great hall I got married at was LaFayette Grande in Pontiac. Hall and ceremony in same building and the building has tons of character. Very old and historic.
3)Buy your favors in bulk. We got little carriages we used as place markers, but also the favors.
4)Make your own invitations. We made out own and you can get the make your own at a Office Max or something of that sort. It is time consuming but will save you a lot of money in the long run.
Hope this all helps.
2006-12-22 04:23:04 · answer #4 · answered by James C 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just got married in June. My husband is east indian & I am Italian. We had a civil ceremony in the hall so that we weren't picking anyone's faith or customs. We did it our way. What we liked is what we did. You just have to stand your ground.
As far as favours & accessories try out the site that I used. They ship anywhere in the world & they have some really unique stuff...your probably just in time for new stuff since new years is just around the corner. When I was shopping for my stuff I found that any new items came out in January so now is the perfect time. The site is finallythebride.com. I just followed the links & shopped. It was a wonderful experience!
Good Luck & Congratulations!
2006-12-22 05:31:54 · answer #5 · answered by can't wait! 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try the book, "Bridal Bargains." The couple who wrote it update it every couple of years, and have done years' worth of research in it. It's great.
Also, try garage sales, ebay, estate sales, antique stores, etc. for things like favors and especially for those glass vases. My fiance's mom is an antiques dealer, and finds vases at the above mentioned places all the time--for very little money.
2006-12-22 05:21:16 · answer #6 · answered by Esma 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i just got married in september....and i did a budget wedding...i got a lot of my stuff online at www.orientaltradingcompany.com ....they have wonderful favors and just about anything you could want, and very reasonable....i am not from chicago...so i don't know about that...but what i did was having my wedding at my church....and it has a huge room for dinners right there at the church..i had a local restaurant cater it.....my colors were black, white, and red too....and it looked awesome. good luck and hope you have a great wedding!!!
2006-12-22 04:22:06 · answer #7 · answered by jackie_in_wv 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't live in IL but I just got married in July 06 and I can give you some ideas on where to get some favors and centerpieces.
www.myjeanm.com
www.invitationsbydawn.com
www.exclusivelyweddings.com
www.annswedding.com
www.jamielynn.com
Good luck with planning your wedding!!
2006-12-22 04:25:59 · answer #8 · answered by valerie_lynn82 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I can't help you with any of your requests, but congratulations on getting married. You are so sweet with your excitement. I wish you and your husband nothing but happiness. And I only warn you to think long and hard about bringing a baby into this world at this time in our history. I would be very cautious. It sure seems like the entire world has gone nuts.
2006-12-22 04:15:23 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
make some of the favors yourself. I did. It turned out to be the one thing that everyone saved and still has. Even my guy friends that can't keep anything nice!
2006-12-22 04:13:45 · answer #10 · answered by Big Mak 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ME TOO!!! Oh my goodness. I have a whole binder full of stuff!! The BEST site is www.candywrapperstore.com. You'll love it. Also check orientaltrading.com
Congratulations to you and Happy HOlidays:)
2006-12-22 04:15:32 · answer #11 · answered by reallyprettythickgirl 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋