We understand that place cards can be expensive though, chipping away at your budget. It is tough to spend large amounts of money on such a (physically) small visual element of your wedding. But, there are ways around spending a fortune as name cards are simple to DIY, even if you do not consider yourself crafty.

Like most wedding details, there is not a true right or wrong choice. At Amazing Graze Barn, we prefer you opt for a seating chart, but here are a few pros and cons to consider when making the decision for your big day:

Often an overlooked part of any wedding day, the cocktail hour is actually an opportunity for you to truly make your guests feel like they are wanted at your wedding, and you are grateful they are in attendance.

While cake is traditional (and there’s nothing wrong with that), bakeries are going out of their way to create more extravagant and creative dessert options for brides. If you are up for choosing a sweet bite other than cake, or perhaps in addition to cake, check out our suggestions!

There are plenty of perks that come with having a summer or warm-weather wedding. However, we can’t ignore the drawbacks — namely, the fact that North Carolina Summers get pretty toasty! If you’re planning a Summer wedding, this guide is for you.

Although they mostly work behind the scenes, wedding vendors do a lot to ensure your day goes smoothly. As a wedding venue ourselves, here are our 5 favorite ways to see our brides thank their vendors…