
5 Reasons Why You Should Have an Engagement Party
Find out why an engagement party is a great way to celebrate your upcoming nuptials with friends and family before the big day!

7 Creative and Fun Ways to Announce Your Engagement
Ready to announce your engagement? Look no further - these 7 unique methods will let you shout it from the rooftops in style!

Exploring Wedding Venues in the Quad Cities
Find the perfect venue in the Quad Cities for your upcoming wedding! Whether you're planning a small party or a large celebration, we have you covered with our venue resources.

What Does a Wedding Photographer Actually Do?
What are you actually paying a wedding photographer to do? So much more than just taking photos of your walk down the aisle! Here’s all that’s involved in preparing for and capturing a wedding.

Why Should I Care if My Vendors Have Insurance?
Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and hiring wedding vendors to bring your day to life is a large part of the planning process. You may have heard or read somewhere to verify your vendors are insured, but it’s easy to assume that your happy, smiling florist, photographer, or baker has insurance. Verifying that your vendors are legit, insured, and tax-paying businesses is a small step to avoid potential catastrophe down the road.

How to Get Group Wedding Photos Done Quickly
Group wedding photos can be a challenge. The goal is to get them taken as quickly as possible so that your guests don’t have to sit at the reception waiting for you to arrive. While there are a lot of variables that can create chaos, there are certainly some things you can do to expedite the family portrait process.

Seven Bridesmaid Gifts They’ll Adore
The best bridesmaid gifts are useful on your big day and beyond. Give your best friends something they can hang on to and that will always remind them of the friendship you share and your awesome wedding day. You don’t have to give every bridesmaid the same item! If each lady has different interests and personalities, give each one a different gift that they will most enjoy.

Four Alternative Reception Meal Ideas
While having a sit-down dinner at your wedding reception is traditional, you definitely don’t have to go that route! Some couples prefer a more informal dining experience, while others just want to keep their guests entertained and ensure everyone has a good time. No matter your goals for your reception, here are a few alternatives to the traditional sit-down wedding meal.