George Watts - The Budget-Busting DIY Wedding Guide!

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THE BUDGET-BUSTING DIY WEDDING GUIDE!

George Watts

The Wedding Fairy

Publisher Information

The Budget-Busting DIY Wedding Guide!

published in 2012 by Andrews UK Limited

www.andrewsuk.com

This book is sold subject to the condition that it shall not, by way of trade or otherwise, be lent, resold, hired out or otherwise circulated without the publishers prior written consent in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published, and without a similar condition being imposed on the subsequent purchaser.

Copyright George Watts 2012

The right of George Watts to be identified as author of this book has been asserted in accordance with section 77 and 78 of the Copyrights Designs and Patents Act 1988.

Cover Design by Nick Tiseo

Acknowledgements

Huge shout out to the team at AUK, my agent Seamus Lyte and all my family and friends for the continuing support they have given me on this series of wedding planning eBooks. As ever, the suppliers are the stars who continue to astound me with their creativity, vision and originality.

About George...

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Described by the UKs leading wedding website confetti.co.uk as an internet sensation, George is now recognised as a leading voice on all things connected to the biggest day of your life! Having spent 2 years reporting for Wedding TV on everything linked to the World of Holy Matrimony, George is now putting pen to paper so he can share all his top tips of the trade and little black book of knowledge to make any celebration positively A-List. With a million hits and counting on YouTube alone, George - The UKs ultimate Wedding Fairy, knows the perfect recipe for creating a truly spectacular big day and this guide is certainly no exception. Indeed, his attempt at transforming into a sophisticated Burlesque dancer - all in the name of hen parties of course, has attracted over 300,000 viewers on YouTube alone now thats commitment for you! Add into the mix appearances on BBC Radio, Sky, The Good Food Channel, The Wright Stuff on FIVE - discussing a spectrum of topics related to weddings, and you have most definitely arrived at the right place for all the expert inspiration you need to make your role at the Ceremony simply sensational!

On top of all this, George is a regular contributor to a range of National Magazines such as Perfect Weddings plus, he also manages a personal consultancy offering couples one to one support and planning services for their big day. In 2011 George hit the screens stateside as the official Wedding Expert for Discovery TLCs super glam coverage of The Royal Wedding. A global audience of 22million watched as George commented on proceedings live from ITV studios in central London, along with fellow guests including the legendary Ivana Trump and a-list movie star Rupert Everett. George also hosted a Royal banquet feature for TLC during their Royal Wedding countdown show on the eve of the big event itself with a global audience of nearly 100 million across 60 Countries Worldwide. As well as all this he has contributed to Hollywood dailys in LA , the outrageous 50 Greatest Wedding Shockers for E4, the Market Kitchen Royal Wedding specials with Penny Smith for The Good Food Channel and The Alan Titchmarsh Show for ITV1. George also contributes as a guest columnist to partypieces.co.uk, littleblackdress.co.uk and gohen.co.uk.

And finally, last but not least, George is creator and founder of NATIONAL WEDDING DAY - an annual event that gives couples globally a chance to rejoice and re-live the most sensational day of their life!

Its time to sprinkle a little love across the Nation...

www.theweddingfairy.tv - The destination for planning a perfect Wedding.

Bust That Budget!

Welcome wedding planners to the most exciting rollercoaster ride of your life!

Yes, your journey to the aisle of dreams starts right here with my little black book of budget busting and do-it-yourself wedding planning ideas. Quite simply, this eBook is totally dedicated to maximising your budget and sparking those creative juices to make sure your wedding day stands out for all the right reasons. And the good news is that it certainly doesnt need to cost a petrifying fortune to create a truly memorable fairytale day none of your guests will ever forget. This guide is all about spending wisely, whilst at the same time being inventive by putting your own stamp on proceedings. The very best weddings are always those soaked in personality and character so, by choosing to DIY a little you are already half way there!

In some cases, the W word can double your costs as suppliers try to cash in on your celebrations so, wherever possible, steer clear of mentioning your wedding all together. Of course this is much harder with the florist or cake maker but dont worry, I have lots of advice and top tips on how to tackle specific wedding suppliers a little later in the guide! Essentially we just need to make sure you ask the right questions to make your cash go further. And when it comes to the fundamentals of stretching your big day budget, its always important to start local and look at what you can source on your doorstep - more importantly, you can always barter a better deal on a one to one, plus you get to support an independent local trader, which is never a bad thing. Also, remember to put the word on the street and tell anyone who will listen that you are in the process of planning a wedding, as someone will probably know someone who can help. Essentially I want to make sure you get a great deal and good value for money across every element of your big day. Its all about spending wisely, looking for alternatives and ultimately thinking outside the traditional wedding day box.

DIY wedding planning is most successful when we not only utilise our own talents, but also tap into all the individual skills and services our community of friends and family have to offer. Sourcing local food produce or serving traditional dishes custom to your own town or city is one instant area that springs to mind when it comes to saving cash. If its built or grown on your doorstep, nine times out of ten it will be cheaper than shipping in from afar. Maybe a friend of a friend is an incredible chef that you can hire for all the event catering?

Always think, what can we do ourselves? Or, what can some of our close friends and family help us with? Its amazing the amount of people who know of a florist or home-baker that you could get onboard at half the standard price of a traditional supplier. More on all the cakes, flowers and dresses later, but one thing to bear in mind post read... the very best way to action this hunt for local stars, is by hosting a mass brainstorm with your nearest and dearest (over a bottle or two of vino of course), to unearth said suppliers and all the budding crafters within your inner circle you may never have known about! Its always much fun with a cheeky buffet thrown in too and usually ends with a whole host of fantastic ideas coming out the other end. Book me in I am there!

So the next few pages are all about igniting that journey, by introducing you to a marvellous mix of top tips to make your wedding day truly spectacular - without breaking the bank! Its your big day so why not do it your way - all smothered in a gorgeous dollop of originality!

Let the budget busting DIY magic commence!

TWF xx

Amazing Budget Busting And DIY Wedding Planning Ideas

Remember the real drama is always in the detail, especially when said drama is light on the wallet and buzzing with originality!

Before we kick-off, its important we cover these crucial points that totally underpin the world of wedding planning and will help take the stress out of your journey to the aisle of love right from the beginning... just think BUDGET, PLAN AND LOOK -