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So I wanted to do something different for our Pre-Travel Packets so I had another bridge suggest that I take the luggage box idea that some brides were using for their invitation or save the date. So I went to work and started making the idea my own.
I used the directions from @@MrsWeiss1211 post http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/topic/61010-message-in-a-bottle-save-the-date-invitations-pictures-instructions-and-prices/
Let me tell you, these boxes take time, and what I added to them didn't make them cheap!
So I knew from the beginning that the size @@MrsWeiss1211 used wasn't going to work for my project, so I searched high and low for the best box for my project. This is what I ended up with - http://www.staples.com/office/supplies/StaplesProductDisplay?storeId=10001&langId=-1&partNumber=379584&cid=EM:ORDCONFRM::SKU Yes, they are white, I folded them backwards so the brown would be showing.
As far as the rest of the supplies, I used what was in the original post.
So inside I added:
Luggage Tags
Trial Size Bath & Body Works Endless Weekend - Body Wash & Body Cream http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=26693436&cm_sp=FO-_-Body+%26+Bath-_-3+for+%2412+Travel+Body+Care&cp=12586965.12587138
Trial Size Sunscreen
Aruba Tourism Information - I contacted the Aruba Tourism Bureau in the USA and they shipped out some info with a map of Aruba
Pre Travel Info Package (templates are below)
Since I had a few single guys coming I didn't think they would like the Endless Weekend from B&BW so I got them the Ocean for Men http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/product/index.jsp?productId=23437866&cm_vc=200
These were also the talk of the town! I had several guests post them on Facebook when they received them on their doorstep.
I hand delivered as many as possible and the rest I sent via USPS.
I have also attached the template from my Pre Travel Info Sheet
Pre Travel Packet - Print (2).pub
Hope you enjoy!
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I really wavered back and forth if I was going to do chair sashes, I thought you know I could spend the money on something else. But I am so glad I decided to do them, it just added such a nice touch to the ceremony.
I got a tremendous deal for www.linentablecloth.com, they had a 40% off sale, PLUS free shipping! I got 40 organza sashes for $16.58! I added some starfish to half the chairs to pull together the theme of the wedding. I glued these pins http://www.michaels.com/bead-landing-bar-pin-1-inch/M10443180.html?dwvar_M10443180_color=Gold#q=bar+pins&start=1to 3" starfish.
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I thought i was the only one who bought meds in bulk and put them in little pouches. I asked my brother the other day whether he felt as though that was bad but he said he wouldn't care. Did you hear anything from your guests? did they care at all?
I didn't hear anything bad about it, but I have heard some brides on here say they didn't want to do it. I think you need to know your guests, but some of the drugs are so expensive in individual packets.
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@@acw271011 I shopped with coupons, but here is some ideas:
Small pouches of Kleenex
Gum/Mentos/Tic Tacs - I would look for them on sale at walgreens, CVS, etc - or I would go to Costco
Aloe - I bought a large bottle at Christmas Tree Shop & Got empty bottles at DollarTree and added labels
Small tube of sunscreen - Target 97¢
Shout Wipes - Target 15¢ - they had some crazy sale going on
Aleve - I bought a big bottle and put in the small pouches
Pepto - I bought it at Christmas Tree Shop and put a strip in each bag
Zantac - I bought a big bottle when it was on sale and put in pouches
Rolaids - Christmas Tree Shops
Chap Stick w/ SPF - Christmas Tree Shops in a 4 pack
Imodium - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008ATM5ZQ?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s02
Off Wipes - Walgreens they were one sale and I had a coupon
Safety Pins
Emery Board - Christmas Tree Shop
B&BW Hand Sanitizer - During an annual sale with a coupon
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very nice! Where did you get the little bags for the zantac and aleve?
@@TheBHolders this is where I got them https://www.bgpaper.com/Details.asp?Product=23ZLthey are a local store for me, so I didn't pay shipping. But I am sure you can google this size bag or if you have a local paper supply place (more on the commerical side (Not PartyCity) they may have them.
these look great!!! I really want to make these for our guest! Do you mind sharing the template to make the bag toppers ?@@trbutler
I got these from another past bride. Here is her post with the template
@@trbutler - Great bag!! I can see why your guest are still talking about them!! Where did you get the OFF wipes?? I want to include that in our bags too.
I got them at Walgreens they come in a pack of 12.
http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/deep-woods-off!-insect-repellent-towelettes/ID=prod6028493-product
To answer your questions @@FutureMrsReed, I spent about $30 per bag. I had $9 in bocca clips, which really increased the price. I also only had to do 20 bags, so that helped a lot.
My best advice is to start buying things now and during sales. For example twice a year Bath & Body Works does a sale, check out what they have. I also would search for coupons that I could print and help save some dollars. I kept a spreadsheet with what I was spending and budgeted to make sure that it was practical purchases when I bought something. Hope this helps!
Also, the folders I used for my welcome letters were left over from my wedding invitations.
Here are some of the items included in the welcome packet:
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Okay here is the rest:
Snack Bags
These were a hit also, people loved these after getting back to their room from drinking, hanging at the beach, etc. I simply bought gallon size ziptop bags from Dollar Tree and filled with:
Snack Size bags of Asst. Nuts - Costco
Small Cans of Pringles - Costco
Cracker Packets
Theater Size Candy - Starburst, Twizzlers, Swedish Fish, Mike & Ikes, etc
Granola bars
Boca Clips
These were a HIT! People loved these, after they figured out they weren't chips clips! They aren't cheap, but well worth it.
Other Items
Sewing Kits from Micheals
Pashmina - AC Moore
Yankee Tins
Loofa
ID Holder for room key, money, and ID
Welcome Letter - this also included an itinerary and other important tips and info
Balashi Beer - local beer in Aruba
Aruba Tourism info we got from the hotel lobby
And here is the finished product.
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I must apologize for the delay in getting these posted, but better late than never, right? I wanted to share, because this forum was such a huge part of making our destination wedding a hit!
Our OOT bags were a HUGE hit! 6 months later and people still talk about them!
When putting together our gift bags I tried to be practical and include useful items, our wedding wasn't at an all inclusive so I didn't add any cups, etc.
The Bag
I looked forever for the perfect bag, and this was my final decision, and I was thrilled with my choice. It had all the features I wanted, a bag that zipped closed, had an inside pocket with zipper and it also has an exterior storage area with a pocket. I am lucky because my mom has an embroidery business so so did the embroidery for me for FREE! I wanted to my bags to be used after the wedding, so we didn't include a date or our names and just put a seashell & Aruba on each of the bags.
Here is the link: http://www.thedealrack.com/gemline-tote-bag-g1510-utility.htmlThe great thing about Deal Rack is they offer free shipping on any order over $50.
Like I said, everyone loved the quality of the bag, many of our guests would be out and other people at the resort would ask "Where did you get that bag?" I probably could have sold some
Wedding Survival Kit
These were a lot of fun to put together, I bought ziptop bags from Dollar Tree & printed my toppers from a template I got on here. I would suggest buying these items a little at a time, when things are on sale, it helps that wallet a lot this way!The kits included:
Small pouches of KleenexGum/Mentos
Tic Tacs
Aloe
Small tube of sunscreen
Shout Wipes
Ibuprofen
Aleve
Pepto
Zantac
Rolaids
Chap Stick w/ SPF
Imodium
Off Wipes
Safety Pins
Emery Board
B&BW Hand Sanitizer
Also, I the price for Zantac and Aleve was crazy prices in individual packets so I made these:
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We take food all the time to Aruba and never have an issue, so I'm packing it in our suitcases.
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I am including luggage tags, travel info, webpics card, and Endless Weekend items from Bath & Body Works.
I also received some island maps and tourism flyers from the Aruba tourism board.
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When are you/did you send your Pre-Travel Packages?
We are getting married on December 13 and want to get the pre-travel packages sent before the holiday season sets in. I was thinking about sending them out around the 1st of November so about 5-6 weeks before the wedding, is this too early?
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In my OOT bags I am including several snacks and was wondering if most people are just putting them in lose or packaging them together some how.
This is what I am including in mine:
2 oz Snack Nuts from Costco
Chewy Granola Bars
1.3 oz Pringles
Candy (one of the following: Theater size Mike & Ike, Twizzlers, Swedish Fish)
Lance Crackers
Any suggestions would be great!
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I'm interested in the pink wrist coils, starfish and seashells.
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I am planning on getting koozies for our OOT bags, any suggestions on where to get them? I was going to get them from totallyweddingkoozies.com but read ALOT of bad reviews about them.
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Is this what you are looking for? http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/topic/76761-my-diy-pocketfold-invitations/
I can post my templates if that helps.
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Target has small tubes of Banana Boat for .99.
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We aren't having attendants either, this is both of our second marriages so it just makes it MUCH easier!
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I have heard of more brides doing this. But most go to a specific store, maybe a David's or Alfred Angelo and pick out the color they want. Then have the BM pick the style that meets their body type. Some Bride's say it doesn't matter the length, some specify short or long, that is your choice.
Hope this helps!
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I am looking for an easy way for guests to add their own pictures to a general location that everyone can see them. This seemed like an easy and affordable (it is FREE) way to do it, but was looking for some advice for others.
Thanks!
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I printed mine at home on my inkjet printer and they turned out GREAT! Just make sure your settings give the best print, if you print on draft they won't look as nice. I have a setting on my HP on advanced settings for maximum DPI.
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This really depends, are you having bridesmaids? If so start looking for bridesmaids gifts. How much is included in your package? Do you need centerpieces, flowers, decor, chair sashes, etc.?
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@@MissJen3 You will get there! I got mine by going to the Newbie section and posting a post about the number of post left to go. I just kept posting on these to get me to 150. Good luck!
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I am looking at a couple of designs, what do you ladies think?
Option #1
Option #2 (this just is in a different color)
Option #3
What are your thoughts? Or if you think yours is better, please share.
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@@kcole123 They actually do look navy blue, that is my issue.
Good Options For A Casual Dress?
in Destination Wedding Dresses, Wedding Attire & rings
Posted · Edited by trbutler
I was the same way, I went to Alfred Angelo and I looked at Bridesmaids Dresses, I actually ended up with this dress http://www.alfredangelo.com/Collections/Disney-Maidens/524/?pg=1it is part of their disney collection. They made it for me in white and I LOVED it! And it was only $200.