April 2006 To Do List:

• Begin writing the ceremony program
• Discuss and select ceremony music
• Send rehearsal dinner invites
• Order silk bouquets for female attendants
• Ensure male attendants have boutonniere (Thanks Momma)
• As we receive presents, record the gifts
• Set aside some time to write thank-you notes for gifts received at the bridal shower
• Work on a list of "must-play" (and "must-not play") songs for your DJ or band.
  

• Mail out Invitations
• Groom get measured for tuxedo
• Choose wedding cake design
• Arrange wedding day transporation for us and wedding party
• Buy gifts for female attendants
• Buy gifts for male attendants
• Purchase music for soloist at the ceremony
  

February 2006 To Do List:

• Order Inivitations
• Consider and decide on any ceremony decorations
• Approve the center pieces design
• Make or buy favors for reception
• Get everything we need for international honeymoon (passports, etc.)
• Consult with necessary individuals about party plans (shower and bachelor party)
• Talk to people that we want to do special performance or reading at ceremony
• Finalize menu and service details with caterer
• Shop for and purchase wedding bands
• Contact church about pre-martial facilitation sessions
• Give male attendants necessary information so they can reserve attire

Winter 2005 To Do List:

• Finish open fall items
• Mail Save the Date magnets
• Decide on a list of songs for important dances and send to DJ
• Decide on design and wording for formal inivitations
• Update website about ceremony time and registry items
• Contact all female attendants and ensure they have ordered their attire
• Start planning male attendants attire
• Start planning the rehersal dinner
• Book rehersal dinner site

September 2005 To Do List:

• Finish open items from August 2005
• Get input from bridesmaids and maid of honor on bridal attire/dresses
• Select maid of honor, bridesmaids, hostesses and flowergirl dresses
• Provide bridesmaids with local vendor information so they can get measured
• Think about desired honeymoons locations
• Think about hairstyle for the wedding
• Contact hotels in Champaign about availability and pricing for hotel blocks (out of town guests)

August 2005 To Do List:

• Purchase dividers for our big Wedding/Planner binder
• Finalize color scheme
• Request final lists from both sets of parents about their wish guest list
  • Still awaiting complete list including up to date addresses
• Design a Save the Date magnet logo
  • Ordered the magnet click here to view design
• Decide on caterer
• Sign caterer contract
• Start research on DJ and or bands
• Discuss floral arrangements and florist options
• Narrow down bride gown and make final decision
  • Gown purchased, only need to bring gown back 4 months before wedding for alterations