we are on a very tight budget, (something under $800 bucks) and we are getting married the end of February. I am looking for some great ideas for a party after the wedding. some of his family and my family will be there, so that is about 15 people already confirmed they are arriving.... we live in San Diego.
2007-01-17 07:59:22 · 8 answers · asked by Foxtrot 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Talk with his mother and yours. Moms usually understand the whole budget crisis the best, and they can probably help you put together something almost similar to a pot luck. If everyone can bring a dish, that would save a lot of money instantly. Try to find a place that sells mix cd's or you can make them yourself for continous music play. Go online and find a link for doit yourself invitations. Whomever is your maid of honor should be helping you with these things....Good luck and congratulations!
2007-01-17 08:04:51 · answer #1 · answered by ksfinney17 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why not an afternoon brunch immediately following the ceremony. Brunch tends to be a lot cheaper than a formal dinner, and must more laid back and casual - which is great if you're only going to have close family. You can probably order off the regular brunch menu for less than $20 pp - and brunch specials usually include a mimosa or bellini so you can definitely each get a drink for toasting.
2007-01-17 08:03:00 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congrats... We live in SD too, and I was facing a similar dilemma when trying to plan our wedding (didn't want a formal reception, didn't want to spend too much, etc). I was thinking of calling some restaurants and just asking what the options are (to see if they have some kind of per-plate deal perhaps). We ended up doing an out-of-town wedding, and then an informal "reception" the following weekend at our house, with friends and family helping out with food and BBQ - it was a lot of fun.
2007-01-17 08:08:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
For that many human beings and with little exciting journey do a buffet. Housewarming events have a tendency to be fairly casual, and arrival situations might variety considerabley so foodstuff that's already out which you do not might desire to clutter with may be terrific. Plan for issues which would be made forward and warmed on the final minute if mandatory and do certainly as much as conceivable earlier than time. you may even decide to purchase platters of foodstuff. gown up the homestead with vegetation and/or flora. additionally, enlist a pair of acquaintances to help so which you will rejoice with the occasion too. i might additionally decide for an afternoon occasion, you're showing off your new homestead so having the gentle may be sturdy. It additionally (climate allowing) enables the occasion to spill exterior if it desires to. keep in mind that the extra comfortable you are the extra comfortable your travelers would be. that's actual fairly stressful to be the concentrated visitor of a thoroughly harried hostess so shop it uncomplicated, have your pals assist you to and do a variety of of the paintings ahead. Oh, and disposable dishes are in all probability a might desire to. And be beneficial to have a variety of of area on your trash can. have relaxing - i'm beneficial that's going to likely be a huge fulfillment!
2016-10-07 07:31:18 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That may sound like a challenge to you (and me too), but I picture a very intimate setting-whatever you do.
Most state parks have cabins you can rent at very reasonable prices. Picture this-a fire in the fireplace, surrounded by all your loved ones, sweet love songs on the cd player, and a nice home-cooked meal pulled together by the ladies (or a budget-conscious menu). Laughter, pleasant conversation and no pressure to stand to all the traditions-only the ones you choose to incorporate.
I'm sold!
2007-01-17 08:52:17 · answer #5 · answered by Happy Wife 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How about a cash bar at the Hotel Del. or maybe Point Loma. then a walk down the coast or beach. Love the old whaling station over at Loma.
2007-01-17 08:07:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have everyone over for a barbeque
2007-01-17 08:03:14 · answer #7 · answered by Tiger by the Tail 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
800 bucks....my bar tab is more than that for a few days...u are in trouble here....go to cheap drink bar during happy hour and buy the first round (prob about $100 for 15 folks), save the rest for your honeymoon and let everybody pay their own tab aftyer that...many great bars in SD with FREE food DURING HAPPY HOUR... HAVE FUN...
2007-01-17 08:03:24 · answer #8 · answered by Tikcus 3 · 0⤊ 5⤋