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wedding wednesday : ceremony programs

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I have a plan for the wedding programs.

Thoughts on wedding programs : On the one hand, they are useful. The guests can follow along, get some insight on who the wedding party is and fan themselves if the AC conks out. On the other hand, they are a lot of work and usually go right into the bin. (They also always get left to the last minute. I can't tell you how many brides I have met at the store on busy Friday's who need help buying paper for wedding programs. My first question is always "Great, when's the wedding?" and the answer is quite often, "Tomorrow." Yikes.)

But, I love paper so we are going to have programs. And because I HATE last minute projects, as soon as we confirmed the ceremony, I got started on the program layout. I am going to wait until after the big day to show the finished product. (Because SOMETHING has to surprise my guests that read this blog.) But here are a few little details that I wanted to share.

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I ordered a custom embosser plate with "e & p" on it. I am going to be embossing the front covers (gray card stock, obviously) with this. I haven't thought of another way to use it yet, maybe down the line for some stationery. I love the subtle monogram and I am excited to add a new plate to my tiny collection.

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I also purchased orange and white baker's twine to serve as the binding. Our programs are going to be four pages (eight sides, back and front) total, so two pieces of paper folded in half and held in place with twine. I thought about ribbon, I thought about using a staple, but this string was inexpensive and the right color. Done and done.

Inside the program we're keeping it simple. A quote (of our own) on the front page. Outline of the ceremony on the inside spread. Details about the wedding party and special thank you on the last page.

I am also having short & sweet programs at the wedding reception. Not one per person but two or so for each table. The hope is to keep people informed about all the details going on there as well.

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13 responses to “wedding wednesday : ceremony programs”

  1. Jennifer Avatar
    Jennifer

    Hahahaha, that’s what I did too. SO WEIRD. Different colors, but basically the same. Ours were made….the week before? The ceremony was still being changed around. That’s what happens when the bride isn’t familiar with the religion! 🙂 Anyway, can’t wait to see how these turn out – after April.

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  2. Jennifer Avatar
    Jennifer

    Your laid-back approach and all the fun details make me want to do mine all over again 🙂

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  3. Bluebelle Avatar
    Bluebelle

    I like that embossing tool, that’s very cool. I didn’t really leave anything to the last minute, I enjoyed all the planning too much. And I have a collection of wedding programs from all the weddings we’ve been to since we got married so I’d be a bit disappointed if I went to a wedding and they didn’t have a program.

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  4. Toshi Avatar
    Toshi

    I love the twine! Good idea about only putting one or two per table. It’s true, they usually end up not being used or in the trash. Best wishes!

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  5. Emily Avatar
    Emily

    I was obsessed with my embosser; used it for our programs, thank you notes…:) I also embossed our cocktail napkins with it.

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  6. Whitney @ Whisker Graphics Avatar
    Whitney @ Whisker Graphics

    Thanks for the mention of Divine Twine. It brings a smile to my face knowing it will be (a small) part of your special day. 🙂
    Embosser ideas: Luggage tags, recipe cards (just emboss the “e” in the corner of the card), thank you notes for your wedding gifts, napkins(?), bookplates. It’s a very cool thing!
    Whitney @ Whisker Graphics

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  7. Emily Avatar
    Emily

    PS – thought you might also be interested in the Daily Candy Weddings email. I love Daily Candy – DC. http://www.dailycandy.com/weddings/subscribe/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=weddings_presignup

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  8. Aimee Avatar
    Aimee

    I don’t remember how I found you blog, but I’m so happy I did. The colors of my wedding are gray and yellow. I have definitely found some great ideas that we can use for our wedding. Thanks for inspiring me to be creative!

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  9. Andre Nievo Avatar
    Andre Nievo

    So where is the finished product? Can you share it also with us?

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  10. Elise Blaha Avatar
    Elise Blaha

    I will after the wedding 🙂

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  11. wedding planner Avatar
    wedding planner

    so, where is the finished product ? Anyway, original and great idea!

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  12. kate Avatar
    kate

    hey, hey elise. I’d love to see the finished product of your programs. Your wedding is seriously lovely, and I love all your helpful posts!
    thanks!

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  13. kate Avatar
    kate

    ohmigoodness, I’m dumb. I literally, had the tab open next to this one. 🙂

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