Busy Bride 101

Author: Lisa McMillan

The Busy Bride 101 Podcast: Wedding Planning Tips for the Bride on the Go, offers quick and easy wedding planning tips and advice to streamline your next steps to create the wedding of your dreams. Your host, Lisa G McMillan, owner and founder of Exquisite Events and Consulting, offers inspired techniques to bring you closer to sorting through the list of details and guides you in determining what questions to ask wedding vendors.
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DIY Wedding Dilemmas and When to Call in a Pro
Monday, 10 November, 2025

Thinking about tackling DIY wedding projects? Before you grab that glue gun, tune in to hear when it's worth your time and when to bring in the pros. Lisa shares real examples, cost comparisons, and a true story about a bride's DIY floral adventure that didn't go quite as planned. Learn how to balance creativity, budget, and sanity without sacrificing your dream-day aesthetic. Plus, download Lisa's Floral Checklist at www.exquisiteevents.info/wedding-checklists to make sure you have every floral detail covered. Highlights: -Welcome + Why DIY can be tricky -Real bride story: the AirBnB floral night that didn't go as planned -Example #1: DIY Invitations (what's worth it and what's not) -Example #2: Wedding Flowers (centerpieces vs. full installations) -Example #3: Wedding Cake (why transport is the real challenge) -Example #4: Décor and Signage (where DIY shines) -Example #5: Favors (a fun but time-consuming detail) -Example #6: Photography (the non-negotiable professional) -Quick Recap: The DIY Sweet Spot -Closing Thoughts + Floral Checklist Reminder Key Takeaways: DIY is great, in moderation. Focus on creative, non-critical projects like signage or favors. Leave high-skill or high-visibility items (florals, photography, cake) to professionals. Save your energy for what matters most: celebrating your day. Resources and Mentions: Download Lisa's Floral Checklist Interested in partnering with Busy Bride 101? Email Lisa at lisa@exquisiteevents.info Let's Connect: Website: Exquisite Events and Consulting Instagram: @BusyBride101 Instagram: @Exquisite_Events_Consulting Email: lisa@exquisiteevents.info Text: (704) 578-1974