Christmas and New Year’s Eve are romantic, popular times for engagements, which means that right about now, wedding planning begins in earnest. Whether you are planning (or helping a loved one plan) a do-it-yourself affair or a lavish destination wedding, the library has plenty of resources to help.
Baking Your Own Cake (and other money-saving, DIY tips)
- “The DIY Wedding” by Kelly Bare
- “The DIY Bride Crafty Countdown: 40 Fabulous Projects to Make in the Months, Weeks & Hours Before Your Special Day” by Khris Cochran
- “A Priceless Wedding: Crafting A Meaningful, Memorable, and Affordable Celebration” by Sara Cotner
- “Wedding Cakes You Can Make” by Dede Wilson or “Wedding Cupcakes” by Joanna Farrow
Breaking Tradition
- “A Wedding Like No Other: Inspiration for Creating A Unique, Personal, and Unforgettable Celebration” by Peggy Post
- “Your Wedding, Your Way” by Sharon Naylor
Going Green
- “The Green Bride: How to Create an Earth-friendly Wedding on Any Budget” by Kate L. Harrison
- “Green Wedding” by Mireya Navarro
- “The Natural Wedding Book: Ideas and Inspirations for a Stylish and Green Celebration” by Louise Moon
Destination Sensation
- “Destination Bride” by Lisa Light
- “Destination Weddings for Dummies“
- “100 Best U.S. Wedding Destinations“
Finding the Right Words
- “Words for the Wedding: Creative Ideas for Personalizing Your Vows, Toasts, Invitations and More” by Wendy Paris
- “Wedding Speeches and Toasts” by Caroline Tiger
These titles are just a sampling of the hundreds of wedding planning books on our shelves. Visit your library before you say, “I do!”
