I thought it would be useful for us veterans to compile a list of wedding planning tips to help other brides-to-be! Here are mine: [list=1] [*]Don't sweat the small stuff! We couldn't decide on favours, and in the end decided not to have them. No one noticed! [*]It's tempting to try and match every last detail (eg colours etc) but I promise you that you won't notice on the day if it doesn't quite match. No one is going to be inspecting whether the colour of the ribbon around the napkin exactly matches your bridesmaid dresses! [*]Making your own stationery can save a few quid - we got our materials from a [url="http://www.papermilldirect.co.uk/index.html"]PaperMill[/url] shop and got inspiration from designs online. [*]Start your table seating plan early once you know who can make it - it takes a surprising amount of time! [*]Last but not least, DO IT YOUR WAY! :D Tradition is great, but if it's not for you then don't feel pressured to conform. [/list] So those are mine, what are yours? :)