(Part 3) Top products from r/Weddingsunder10k

I made a 3 tiered cake for my parent's 25th wedding anniversary about 5-10 years ago. To be honest, the actual baking is quite easy, especially if you have experience baking cookies during the holidays. What I personally struggled with was the assembly, which I highly recommend you get someone to help you with because it definitely helps to have an extra set of hands for that part, and icing, but this is something you could practice before hand! I would definitely recommend making the cake at least once but preferably twice before your wedding to get a feel for it.

I used a recipe from the Gourmet Magazine cookbook. I'm pretty sure this is the recipe, but I don't have the book any more to confirm. The cookbook had TONS of picture illustrations to help. Many cakes can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days with no effect on texture, but I would definitely recommend holding off on the actual icing until the day of or at earliest the night before.

Lol. My research and dress consultant said you don’t won’t want to wear a strapless bra (those things suck and are uncomfortable). A corset bra helps smooth things out and gives the support you need without the tightness n discomfort of a strapless. This is the one I tried on at DB, then bought off amazon. If you want to look at getting your own. Good luck with all the million tiny surprise details!

I think all of these things are thrust and cute

15 WHOLESALE WHITE MOROCCAN STYLE LANTERN WEDDING CENTERPIECES https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CSFWC9M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3gwiDbXVC8TRQ

20 WHOLESALE WHITE MOROCCAN STYLE LANTERN WEDDING CENTERPIECES https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CO1ZOU4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_UlwiDbR2ZT49Q

25 WHITE MOROCCAN WEDDING CANDLE LANTERN CENTERPIECES https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002Q8ATIW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VmwiDbDPZH9F0

10 White Lattice Lantern Wedding Centerpieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0044E6TNU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3mwiDbDACV5H7

Soyee 48pcs Tropical Large Palm Leaves, DIY Waterproof Artificial Leaf Table Runners for Hawaiian Luau Party Decoration, Jungle Party Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075KVN83D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3nwiDbAQBG02C

Artificial Fake Greenery Garland with Flowers - 6' Long Silk Faux Decorative Hanging Vines Contrasting Green Silver Leaves and White Flowers - Perfect for Table Wedding Party Home Garden Wall Decor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QN1GVFC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4owiDbCG5NRFQ

NszzJixo9 Artificial Green Plant Wreath -Simulation Green Plant Garland Home Office Decor Artificial Boxwood Wreath Leaf Wreath for Front Door Wall Window Party Decor,Indoor/Outdoor Use https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RQQPQ1Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_opwiDbVPY9N0J

Sorry, just seeing this! Here's the one I bought. Just ordered two more packages (so 3 total). I think you're totally right about the hot water shrinking it. That didn't occur to me in the moment. I think I'll try slightly cooler water this next time and see if that still gives me the color I want.

I thought the quality from amazon was great! That seems to be best price and you can't go wrong with 2 day shipping. If you find something cheaper, let me know?

Look at getting a clear ring sizer like these :
Ring Snuggies Ring Sizer or Assorted Sizes Adjuster Set of Six Per Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014DGXU8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iMS4CbP8N51BQ

She could use it for the day of on the bottom and only people that see the bottom of her hand would ever know. It’s a cheap alternative and would not damage the ring. If not build up some hot glue on the bottom to make something more fitted. The glue will peel off the ring as well and you can mold / cut it as needed.

Lawn games are fun.

Two player games:

Giant Jenga

inflatable bowling

Bucket ball (you'll need a bit of sand or something to weigh the bucket down; without it the buckets will continually tip when the ball hits the rim)

Four player games:

CornHole

Ladderball

Kan Jam

We had lawn games at our wedding which were a huge hit during the cocktail hour and a during the reception.

i use these for everything i host, they hold up well and they are barely noticeable in pictures:


Party Essentials Hard Plastic 9-Ounce Party Cups/Old Fashioned Tumblers, 100 Count, Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001C1RNEW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Lf8gzbNEGA8BF

Also, I think the smaller size cuts down on how much people drink.

Rago is really good, I use What Katie Did also but I think for what you're looking for something like this will work: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001O23AXM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I found a fairly cheap 48 quart one on amazon and it's on prime! If some friends have some to borrow and you only need one or two to purchase, they wouldn't be too expensive! https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001BXQE0U/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1485618573&sr=8-11&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=large+styrofoam+cooler

I love these

I got these in the silver from Amazon. No regrets. Like, they're definitely plastic plates, but they're sturdy and look nice.

You could try this first, as it's less likely to have any negative effects on the fabric.
I used activated charcoal shoe deodorizers and they took the damp dog smell out of my backpack after sealing it all up in a bag with a few for a couple of weeks.
Loose charcoal is obviously risky because it could stain the dress, but something encased in plastic like this or this may help.
Whatever you do, take precautions to keep the charcoal from coming into direct contact with your dress though.

Not op, but I was able to find this by searching for "embroidered wedding boots" on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YMSK2LK/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_L5i4DbSBWBB7M

price varies by size, but i've been eyeing this one from amazon. i have a wedding band set but have been looking at getting a plain one for more daily use since my set is a 100 year old family heirloom.

The larger flowers are various colors of Toyo Origami Paper Single Color - Yellow - 15cm, 100 Sheets https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001J2YJ1O/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_J.CIxbRP530E9 and the smaller papers are Aitoh US-PA-3 Origami Paper, 3-Feet by 3-Inch, Black/White, 300-Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CSV25L6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_GaDIxbFBBGT30k

They make spray pant for flowers. I'm not sure how affordable it would be but maybe try that!

You can subscribe to a service called Karafun for a one time/event use and it has most of the songs you want for karaoke, and anything else you can probably find on youtube. You'll need a laptop, if you want a monitor a small tv, a speaker, and a microphone or two. The Karaoke machines kind of suck, IMO.

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If you have DJ you can see if they can rent you microphones. If you don't, you can get a decent Berhinger Voice mic for like $30 on amazon

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18 in small tv: https://www.amazon.com/Sceptre-Clear-Brushed-Black-E185BV-SSC/dp/B07Q3T22CX/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=small+TV&qid=1562168733&s=gateway&sr=8-3

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set of 3 mics (but could do fewer/one) https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-Ultravoice-XM1800S-Instrument-Microphones/dp/B000NJ2TIE/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=behringer+voice+microphone&qid=1562168766&s=gateway&sr=8-3

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Can't vouch for this mic, but it's cheap: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ISNU3X4/ref=sspa_dk_detail_3?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B01ISNU3X4&pd_rd_w=WJtAp&pf_rd_p=8a8f3917-7900-4ce8-ad90-adf0d53c0985&pd_rd_wg=EVrCf&pf_rd_r=CEMHB0P1ZVKVVSCMGGDC&pd_rd_r=b2127a2e-9da9-11e9-b37e-594169a5e18b

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You don't necessarily need mic stands if you have long microphone cables.

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Decent PA System: https://www.amazon.com/Powerwerks-PW50-PA-System/dp/B004VQDAQK/ref=sr_1_11?crid=OH9SH5HX7LY4&keywords=portable+pa+system&qid=1562168848&s=musical-instruments&sprefix=portable+pa%2Cmi%2C149&sr=1-11