Favors and Programs

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I am all about practicality. I am not a pack rat – never have been. If I haven’t used it, worn it, looked at it, touched it or seen it in over 6 months – it’s in the garbage. Bill and I have had some disagreements about our “stuff”. He has a lot – I don’t. He feels like I am trying to get rid of all his. I’m not – I just like it my way right? (I am getting better with this. My therapist calls it “letting go”).

I (we) wanted my (our) guests to have a practical favor they could take home and use. I got my favors from Beau Coup – a great site for gifts! I have thrown out countless single shot glasses, beer glasses, and votive candles. My thought? If you are going to give someone something – have it be something they can use. I don’t want to spoil the gift if my (our) guests are reading this – so I will reveal the favor after the wedding!

I also wanted my guests to have a program that they wouldn’t throw out immediately and could actually use!  {August can be the hottest month of the year in Rochester, NY I didn’t want anyone fainting}. I guess programs are practical to begin with – they guide everyone through the ceremony and tell you, who’s who!

I was 100% inspired by Anna Melcon Bond of Rifle Design:

Her illustrations and typography is breath taking and one of a kind. I love everything she does. So I thought I would try and make my own version. Sorry for the cruddy iPhone picture – more to come after the big day!

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My fans are almost done! It was a little more work than I wanted to do – but once I got into the groove – it wasn’t so bad.

There are boxes of fans all over my house that my dogs are DYING to dine on! I can’t wait to have pictures of everyone using them!

Are you going “practical” with your favors or programs?