If there is one thing that seems to happen to a lot of couples is last minute RSVPs. You work for hours on your seating chart, only to have to squeeze in a few more people. Sometimes we find ourselves lucky and can put those stragglers on one table that happens to have seats free, but 9/10 times it requires juggling and moving other guests around.

So once again, Martha has a great way to solve this issue. These small envelopes, which you can find at craft stores in a variety of color, have guests names on them. This way, all you need to do is change the table number in the envelope when changes are made. You can display these cute envelopes by stringing pretty ribbon on an empty frame and using cute little clips to hang them.

Happy Planning!

*photos from Martha Stewart Weddings.com and Project Wedding

One of the first things your guests will ask when they enter your reception is "where am I sitting"? There are a few ways you can direct guests to their tables, by creating a seating chart, having someone at the door to tell them where they are sitting or place cards. You can also do a combination of these - having a seating chart and place cards, so guests sit in certain seats.

Here are just a few fun ways to display your guests name and help them find their way to their seats!

I found this step by step process for making a bathroom mat out of old wine corks. While I don't know if I'd use it in my bathroom, I would create a smaller version to use as a mat for a centerpiece! What a cool way to use those old wine corks - or an excuse to drink more wine!!

http://www.craftynest.com/2010/03/wine-cork-bath-mat/

Thanks Crafty Nest!!

I know candy bars have been around for a while, but here's a new twist on how to display your candy. As always, Thanks Martha Stewart!!

One of the things I have all my couples do if they're expecting out of town guests at their wedding (or are concerned about friends and family drinking and driving) is creating hotel room blocks. It's fast, free and can save your guests some money too!

Select some hotels within different price points in the area close to your reception and give them a call. They'll set aside rooms for your guests under your name. This guarantees that rooms will be available when they try to find a hotel for your wedding, and normally hotels will offer you a discounted rate for your guests!

This saves your guests not only money, but helps them decide where to stay. There is nothing worse than coming into a city where they don't know where the hotel is, or if it's a good hotel. Help them out by creating a room block for them!

Happy Planning!!

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