Party at Home!

I was home today relaxing after eating way too much turkey and I found myself watching Father of the Bride once again. Now I have seen this movie so much that I cold probably recite it to you but that is not why I am writing.
I thought I would share some tips for having a home wedding. I had the privilege of planning a home wedding last year and it turned out to be my favorite! It was beautiful but it took a lot of time and effort from the team we had hired to pull it off.
First, the family just thought it would happen. Big mistake. Home weddings take more planning than you think. Hire an event planner - where ever you are in the planning process. If you can not find one, here are some invaluable tips.
* Make sure you have the room to hold the event
* You will have to rent tables, chairs, table linens, china, silverware, glassware, etc.
Most venues (hotels and such) include this already in the price for the event.
* Parking for guests - do you have to have a permit and do you have room for each car?
* Tent - in case of rain. Do you have room to erect a large enough tent for the guest list?
* Music - will the neighbors understand?
* What if something happens to a guest - sickness, falling, etc.
* Alcohol - if you want to serve, can you? You will need to hire a bar tending service.
* Will you need additional electrical power?
* Bathrooms anyone? No port-o-toilets please!

That is just a few things to think about before saying yes to a home wedding. If you do, remember your checklists! Or better yet, HIRE an event planner!

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