To Do List

What needs to be done by 10.30.10

CEREMONY

Decide time for ceremony.

Pick readings.

Choose readers.

Design programs.

Create programs.

Drop off/assign someone to drop off ceremony decor.

Get marriage certificate.

MUSIC

Decide on ceremony musicians.

Choose ceremony music.

Meet with DJ.

Pick first dance.

Pick father-daughter dance.

Pick mother-daughter dance.

Pick cake-cutting song.

Pick entrance song.

Update do-not-play list.

Confirm time and locations for musicians/DJ.

FLOWERS

Talk to Dawn and book!!

Choose bridal party flowers.

Decide how many extra boutonnieres/corsages for special family members.

Choose ceremony decor.

Choose reception centerpieces.

Discuss who will deliver/set up flowers on 10.30.10.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Send thank-you for engagement session.

Decide must-have pictures for 10.30.10.

Scout locations for first look/pre-ceremony pictures.

Scout locations for post-ceremony pictures.

Confirm time and location for JWiley.

BRIDAL PARTY

Order bridesmaid dresses.

Order tuxes for men.

Pick up Jimmy's wedding ring.

Purchase gifts: bridesmaids, groomsmen, parents.

Figure out transportation (if any.)

PAPER

Choose invitation suite.

Finalize invitations wording.

Place invitation order.

Assemble invitations.

Stamp and mail invitations.

Purchase guestbook paper, paint, ink pads, pens, wet wipes.

Have Dad paint guestbook tree.

Create instructions for guestbook.

Figure out layout of family pictures for guest book table.

Purchase thank you notes.

RECEPTION

Make cake stand.

Choose cakes from Costco.

Order cakes from Costco and assign someone to pick-up/deliver.

Decide where to order cut cake.

Choose, order, and assign pick-up/delivery of cut cake.

Make appointment for tasting.

Choose menu.

Create menus for tables.

Choose/purchase favors.

Make table numbers.

Send in final guest count.

Organize seating chart.

Make seating chart, or escort cards.

Purchase bathroom baskets and supplies.

Make bathroom basket signs.

Drop off/assign someone to drop off reception decor.

BEAUTY/ATTIRE

Purchase shoes.

Make alterations appointments.

Have dress and veil streamed and pressed.

Get hair trimmed.

Pedicure/manicure.

Finalize who will be getting hair/make-up with Appease.

Send in Appease contract.

Make appointment for hair and make-up trial.

Confirm hair and make-up time on 10.30.10.

REHEARSAL

Choose rehearsal dinner.

Book venue.

Decide guest list.

Set up time for ceremony rehearsal.

Wrap gifts.

DAY-OF

Create day-of timeline.

Print copies of timeline for all bridal party, family, and vendors.

Book hotel room if using to get ready.

Decide where to get ready.

Put together emergency kit.

Pack bag for wedding night if staying at hotel.

Put together any tips/final payments for vendors and give to Best Man to deliver.