We order from Carlson Craft, a Minnesota owned business, we try to do as much as we can within our state and local community therefore keeping our tax dollars where we can all benefit.

Your announcements are a vital part of your wedding. Be sure to have an accurate guest list. When planning for announcement quantity be sure you're counting families and not individuals, or you'll end up with a lot more than you need. Check postage before buying stamps.

To save money, have all your information printed on the announcement, add the dinner and dance to the bottom with location, you'll pay for a few extra lines but it sure beats paying for another card. Have you seen the new Seal and Send invitations? They are inexpensive, easy and the postage for the RSVP is the cost of a post card. Buy clear address labels to put on the back of your envelope. Eliminate the lined envelope. Use black ink, it's free. Only order up to the nearest 25. If you have an accurate guest list you won't need that many extra. (Example: 112 needed, order 125).

The invitations should be sent no later than 6 weeks before the day of your wedding. Your response date should be 2 weeks before the date of your wedding.
 


We have very affordable programs and many to choose from. They are sold in packages of 100 and you can easily design and print them at home. When ordering your programs you only need one per couple.
 

Shop around for items such as your garter, unity candle holder, pillow etc. There's plenty of time so without waiting until the last minute, you can take your time to find just what you want at a good price.
 
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Try on all available accessories when you are choosing your dress. I recommend waiting until your dress has arrived before making a final decision on accessories.

The tiara should compliment your desired hair style and the shape of your face and reflect the color and design of your dress. The veil length should be determined by your height and size as well as the detail of your dress. Simple embellishments such as edging and or scattered beads are a nice addition with the right dress.
 
Choose shoes for comfort as well as style. Remember unless you have a back up pair of shoes for the dance you will be wearing your shoes for a long period of time.
 

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Not all dresses require a crinoline. Full a-line, tulle and beaded designs on the skirt of your dress are good reasons to purchase a crinoline. A crinoline can also be instrumental in raising the dress just enough off the floor to avoid the cost of a hem.

I recommend using a hoop rather than a crinoline. The hoop remains consistent throughout the day while a crinoline with humidity and body heat tends to lose its form, which in turn will lengthen your dress as the day progresses. The hoop will also provide ventilation.
 
 

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Bridal - Keep it simple. Your jewelry should be just enough to add the finishing touches.

Attendants - A necklace or bracelet and earrings makes a nice gift from the bride.
 


We trust, recommend and sell a pre-paid preservation kit from Wedding Gown Preservation Co. It's the best and most inexpensive way to have your dress cleaned and preserved.
 
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