Vistaprint.com is having a sale!

Vistaprint.com is having a special sale until October 10th. For those who like to DIY, who are about to press print, check out their FREE or reduced prices on postcards, small magnets, websites, and much more! I saw the announcement in my inbox and almost purchased something I was working on. I had to step away from the computer for a little bit before I approve something that isn't finished. I have a little more time before this sale ends.
Just wanted to let my fellow bloggers know because its always nice to save a few dollars.
Happy Friday!

Trying not to DIY into a tizzy

So I've been stressing about these save the dates and invitations, trying to do them myself, on top of everything else in my life. Now I'm a fairly creative person but this is a completely different ballgame. We still do not have our engagement pictures so I am improvising with some pictures that we already have.
All I know is DIY is hard work especially when I don't have Photoshop and don't really want learn nor do I have the time. I have a vision of my stationary in my head and I don't want to pay top dollar for someone else to do it. But I did find some inspiration online.
Wedding Paper Divas have really nice wedding stationary for anyone interested. I really like the design on this but have no idea how to replicate it myself. Still working on that. What I also like about them is that they let you put in your pictures and wording into the template so that you can see.
I also found some DIY fan programs from ayleebits.com. Its kinda cool.

On a different note, I've decided I'm obsessed with calla lillies and tulips. And hydrangeas, sweet pea, and peonies. OK, I guess I still need to narrow down my choices. But they look so pretty! I also found some great tips from Theknot.com on how to DIY your own flower centerpieces. My roommate did it for her wedding and all of us bridesmaids helped, it wasn't that difficult, just tedious and required lots of extra hands.

Save the Dates?

I went home this weekend and when my fiance came to pick me up, we sat down with my parents and told them about our wedding plans. My parents are super picky and difficult and want to have control over the entire wedding. Thank God I am marrying someone who is not afraid of my father. I got strength just by sitting there with him. I really want to enjoy my wedding day and the only way to truly do that is to put my foot down.
For the first time my father was speechless but really what can he say?
Now I can go full force with the wedding plan now that everyone is privvy to the information.
First things first: Send my security deposit to our reception place. I really hope our date is still available. The ceremony place is right across the street so we just have to coordinate and make sure everything is on the same page.
I've been thinking a lot about Save the Dates. I really like the idea of sending one but as we are on a budget, I'm not really sure it is necessary. It does help create the air of anticipation and I like creating the buzz around my wedding. I actually have an idea for our pictures and can do it myself to save money. So we'll see.
Here are some tips on Save the Dates from The Knot. I wanted to post a few save the dates I found online but felt weird posting people's names. Here are a few I found on WeddingpaperDivas so are having a sale until June 1st!
Are anyone of you doing save the dates?