Our wedding favorites

by Hannah Clay Wareham

Bay Windows

Sunday February 13, 2011

Your special day should be, well, special! These ideas, services, and products will help make your wedding a day you'll never forget.

New England Photo Booth: Having trouble thinking of a creative, fun wedding favor? Rent a photo booth for the reception and your guests can take home their own special memories! New England Photo Booth provides technicians to guide guests through the personal photo process. Photo strips, along with a logo for your event, are produced almost instantly. The attractive booths are standing-room only, so see how many guests you can squeeze in there for that perfect snapshot! Check out New England Photo Booth event packages, as well as custom-made scrapbooks. Price: Packages range from moderate to expensive.

Wedzu: DIY and handmade weddings are all the rage, and it's no surprise why. Not only can DIY projects add personal flair to your special day, they can also help stretch your wedding budget! Wedzu offers everything from wedding apparel to jewelry to decorations to stationary -- all handmade. Price: Items range from affordable to moderate.

Custom cake toppers: Want your furry family members represented on your wedding cake? Etsy designer Star House Folks makes custom wooden cake toppers that can include your favorite pets! They make a great statement on your big day, and are also a great piece of memorabilia. Price: Moderate.

Beautiful boutonnieres: The day of the boring boutonniere is thankfully bygone! Celebrate your nuptials with floral accents like you've never seen before, courtesy of The Boutonniery. Fresh succulents, leather, wood, and velvet are utilized to make unexpected, gorgeous boutonnieres. Price: Affordable.

Honeymoons on the cheap: Your honeymoon can be the icing on your wedding cake! Why not stretch your dollar and indulge in your dream vacation? Travel Zoo will keep you up-to-date on the best travel deals on vacation packages, flights, hotels, restaurants, and entertainment around the world. It's free to sign up, and you could end up saving hundreds of dollars.

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