How to Have a Dream Wedding on a Budget
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since their rental fees are extremely reasonable. And many of them - the American Legion is one example - have gorgeous, well-maintained facilities. If you prefer an outdoor wedding, then skip the country club and go to a state or national park, where you can get beautiful landscapes at a fraction of the cost.CateringMany rental halls offer full-service catering, which includes linens and tableware, wait staff,
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through your rental hall at retail price, you will be paying through the nose. If you have followed step #1, then you have most likely found a place that will allow you to bring your own alcohol, or will give it to you at a non-profit price. This is the only way to go.Flowers & DecorationsEliminate additional expense by keeping everything simple. There really is no need to have little party favors at each table,
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