[kealina]

the tips are good for saving money but the second poster has some good points about running around doing stuff... you need to know yourself, be realistic, and prioritize...
we saved lots of money while still hiring professionals where we needed them but that's because me and DH are hard-working, budget minded, and low-maintenance.... we actually make sure our schedule was clear and did our flowers the day before our wedding because that was one of the few areas we felt we could save money without going nuts...
i could never see certain other people we know doing the same things we did.... they just get frazzled and freaked out too easily... for them, it would be worth it to pay that extra money and get professionals who will take care of everything...
we actually had a prime rib buffet reception for 60 guests (which is small for our families), a photographer for 5 hours, a beautiful cake, and everything else we really needed for just under $5,000.... it was work and research but i count it worth it...