How did we plan a Budget Wedding in a Limited Time

The Challenge. Originally we planned our wedding day to happen 9 to 10 months after he propose so that we will have enough time to prepare and save money along the way but because he wanted to have his family present on our wedding day, we decided to do it within two months with only 50k budget only in hand and lots and lots of faith. This is gonna be a busy day! ayayay. (Take note I'm working night shift *:* ) The Good stress is here.

After Brainstorming,(ipon plus yung mga bonus na dadating plus, plus, plus..) we are decided to work on P100k Budget  for 150 guest.(finger crossed) Its ganna be DIY heavy wedding..


The Basics-  This is it.. so where to begin?? Let's start with the Basics. What we need for  a wedding is a Bride, a Groom, Officiating Pastor, the place and food and of course gusto ko ng souvenir so Photo and Video.

The Venue. We both wanted to have Christian wedding but since our church don't own a building yet we have to search for a ceremony and reception venue. Good thing one of the venue that we visited still have vacancy for one Saturday, December 7. The owner is very accommodating and the payment scheme is very flexible. The confirmation was only made through phone and they only require us 1,000 pesos as reservation. We can do staggered payments as long as we will pay it full a week before the event. The also have rooms where we can do our prep. Good deal right! :)

Supplier: Largo's Nature Garden and D' Chef Catering
Owner: Arlene Largo
Contact no. 655-9174,8068448, 9258670, 09273080404
Address: #130 Atis st. Summergreen 1 Village , 1900 Cainta, Rizal
Total Fee: P54,750 
(includes 2 large room with A/C for prep, The Venue for the whole day, catering, doves, and wine for toasting)

The catch: 
The venue itself is not a/c but since our wedding will be in DEC it would not be a problem.

Officiating Pastor. We immediately informed our church our intent to marry and good thing our senior Pastor is available on the said date and time (Buti na lang!) We also schedule our counseling so just imagine how hectic our schedule was. 

Pastor Fee: Love Gift

Our Pastor while leading us on a prayer during the ceremony

The inside layout of our invitation

My favorite picture in our engagement shoot

Entourage Dress, Suits and Accessories.  My wedding  gown and his suit were bought in Tabora same with his parents dress. We asked men to wear coat and tie. To my advantage my Tita ( Auntie) is a dressmaker so she sew her own dress as well as my Uncles coat. She also designed and made my Bridesmaid dress with a minimal fee of  P500 each. She also made my little boys outfit (Nakalibre lang Yey!) We just bought orange necktie for the Groomsmen.. (yun lang talaga sinagot namin hehe). For my flower girls they were bought ready made by their mothers basta nerequire ko na orange.

Wedding Gown plus Accessories-veil, second veil, ring pillow, aras pillow, chord, bag, garter, headdress (P6000) kindly double check to make sure its complete.
Complete set of Groom's Suit (P5,500)

Other Accessories

Shoes (P400) Bought in 168 Divisoria

Necklace and other jewelry (P180)fancy lang hehe. Bought also in Tabora.

Grooms watch, Belt, and shoes and socks (P6000)- It's ok to invest on this things anyways he still using it even after the wedding.

Banner ( Free)- This is one of my work of art (*_*) made out from scrap fabrics & machine embroided by my neighbor for free.

My Wedding shoes

Ceremony and Reception Accessories

Wedding Ring (P2,300) -  We got a two toned ring that we bought in Ongpin. Super tawad para makamura. We did not spend much on our ring for practical reason. Pwede naman diba! My Name engraved in his ring and vise versa. 

2 medium sized candle and 1 big Candle - (P60) We just decorate it with a red ribbon

Bread (P20) and Wine (Free c/o Caterer)

DIY guestbook materials (P50) 

10 orange Balloons-(P5 each) to be used for garter toss

Photo Gallery.(P80 for picture only) 

Flowers-  it would really be nice to be surrounded with flowers to complete the Garden feel ( I wish!) even if we cant afford that Im still happy with the venue design (Achieve ang Orange and Red motif!). We needed to order additional flowers for aisle and the candle holder and that cost me around (P2500) for all the flowers including my bouquet, entourage bouquet and boutonniere.

My Lovely bouquet

Stationaries-  I made our Invitations and Thank you cards. Heres the layouts of the front cover. I wanted it to be unique- Nothing like I've seen in the other weddings. I felt like movie star.( wink wink ) We needed 60pcs of this times P22 per invitation.  

Invitation and Thank You Card Layout

Cake- We ordered our cake at EdRons and we are glad we did. Who would thought that its not a a fondant cake ^_^. It's beautifully done and Trust me it taste good. We got lovely two layer cake for P2,500 only. 

Cake Cutting Ceremony

The Program - It took us one month to finalize the program ( because that's the only time that we have) I thank my bridesmaids for helping me out on this one. We made this as an excuse for our sleepover and food trips. ( If you have extra cash it would be best to hire event organiser to help you)

Many thanks to our host,  Ely (my boss) and Mike (friend) ..who did it for free as their gift.. yey.

----script----

Torralba – Resurreccion Nuptial

Wedding Reception Program

I. INTRODUCTION

Good afternoon family and friends, we are extremely delighted that all of you are here to celebrate this important milestone in Sherwin and Sam’s lives as newlywed couples. We are your hosts for the evening, I am Ely, and this is Mike, and we would like to welcome you to the Torralba – Resurreccion   Wedding Reception.

First off, we would like to introduce family and friends who played significant parts in this afternoon's wedding rites.

May we introduce you to the parents of the newlyweds

Sherwin’s Parents:
Mr. Amado & Mrs. Josephine Torralba

Sam’s Mother
Mrs. Guillerma Resurreccion

And her Guardians:

Mr. Manolito and Mrs. Erlinda Deocariza

And now, may we introduce you to the people who stood witnesses to the couple as they took their vows:

The Principal Sponsors

Bishop Rainier Camara  and Mrs. Lisa Camara
Ptr. Elmer Esrael and Mrs. Lorie Esrael
Mr. Albert Caramillo and Mrs. Vilma Caramillo
Mr. Jose Sta Ana and Mrs. Clarita Sta Ana
Mr. Nicomedes Guevarra and Mrs. Florinda Guevarra
Mr. Rico Loredo and Mrs. Myrna Torralba representative of Mrs.Belen Almazar

Mr. Pedro Mauricio and Mrs. Marciana Reyes

Mike: We would also like to acknowledge the following people who have also played significant roles during the ceremonies:

The little hands that shared their precious time with the couple:

Ring Bearers:  Alijah Joseph Tamayo
Bible Bearer: Khim Resurreccion

Banner Bearers: Josh Aden Zapanta and Jean Lianne Japon

Flower Girl: Faeanne Enduma

The lady who lit the path for our couple (Candle)

Ms. Clowie Ann Sta Ana

The pair that clothed the Groom and Bride as one:(Veil Sponsors)
Mr. Emanuel Cruz & Ms. Michelle Barquillo

The pair that bound the Groom and Bride, together as one: (Cord Sponsors)
Mr. Nef Calvyn Orcasitas & Ms. Maria Theresa Intengan

The handsome best  man and the beautiful Maid of Honor who assisted the couple in their needs:

The Best man: Mr. Gerald Bautista     The Maid of Honor: Ms. Sharon Rose Cleofas


And finally, may we request everyone to stand up as we introduce the newlyweds. Ladies and gentlemen, family and friends, may we now present to you the newlyweds: Mr. & Mrs. Sherwin and Sam Torralba

[pictorial with entourage]

II. Dove Release

Ely: The bride and groom will now do the dove release. May I request the newlyweds to please come forward and each get a dove.

The two doves signify Sherwin and Sam being released to start a new journey together. Like the two pairs of dove, whatever happens they will always try to seek the comfort of each other and their home together. This is where they know that they will find love A dove always choose one mate for life, and signify love, faithfulness, joy, and hope.

Sherwin and Sam are now ready so we will now release the doves. At the count of three release the doves. Ready when you are. One... Two... Three... and... off they go!!! That was really beautiful.

III. Dinner/Pictorial

Mike: And now may we call on the mother of our groom Josephine Torralba to lead the prayer of thanksgiving.

The newlyweds would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone personally for your presence.  As your table is called, please approach Sherwin and Sam to have your picture taken.  Right after that you can now proceed and line up at the buffet counter to have your dinner.

Everyone, dinner is served.

[pictorial with the guest]

IV. SONG AND AVP

Ely: We know that so much has already happened in one day and we still have the entire evening ahead of us. And nothing less can be expected from the warm and excellent services of Largo’s Nature Garden. Enjoy the afternoon, ladies and gentlemen as we listen to good music while enjoying the sumptuous dinner.

Now, may I direct your focus on a little flashback presentation here, prepared by Michelle Barquillo a dear friend of the Bride and Groom.

V. WISHES AND CHAMPAGNE TOAST

Mike: A celebration is never complete without a toast and a bottle of good wine.  While the wine is being served and poured, let us hear from the well-wishers who have been a significant part of the lives of the couple, who love them and wish the best for them.  Starting off with: Pastor Elmer Esrael and Clarita Sta.Ana.

Best Man waits for everyone to stand up and see to it that everyone has raised their glasses and says:  (something like) Here’s to good health, happiness, good luck and prosperity to Sherwin and Sam! Cheers!

Thank you Ladies and Gentlemen.  You may now be seated.

VI. CAKE CUTTING

Ely: Okay.  So are you guys done with the main course?  Ready to go for dessert?  By all means, help yourself.

Speaking of dessert, it’s now time for the traditional Cake Cutting by the Bride and Groom Sherwin ,Sam  , can you guys join me here..

Bakit, may ganitong eksena pag may kasal? Well, ayon sa aking research, the cake cutting symbolizes the couple's unity, their shared future, and their life together as one.

There you have it, ladies and gentlemen.

VII. TOSSING OF GARTER AND BOUQUET

Mike: Instead of the traditional way of tossing of the garter, we have something different. May I ask our team assistants to proceed to distribute balloons to all the single bachelors. The single bachelors should pop the balloon. There is one balloon that contains a note and whoever gets that balloon is our lucky bachelor.

Ely: Ladies, please stay within the area as we now moving on to the tossing of the bouquet. This tradition has been done over the years and is meant that whoever catches the bouquet would have luck and protection. Nowadays, it has simply evolved to imply that whoever caught the bouquet would be lucky and would be wed next. But now, the Bride will simply distribute roses to the single ladies and whoever receives the rose with a lucky note would be the lucky winner of the bouquet.

Picture taking with Bachelor and Lucky Lady
May we request the chosen bachelor and the lucky lady to pose for a picture with Groom ____ and Bride _______.

VIII. Shoe Game

Questions will be provided by the coordinator.

IX Giving of Messages

Mike: May we call on the Bride’s Maid of Honor Miss Sharon Rose Cleofas to give message to our newlyweds.

            And also the Groom’s brother, Mr. CJ Torralba, may we hear few words for our lovely couple here.

X Tribute to Parents

Ely: It is said that our parents are our first teachers, raising us patiently from childhood to adulthood.  They have been our source of comfort, support and inspiration.

Sherwin and Sam  are truly blessed with such wonderful set of parents, and I’m quite sure when it comes to knowing what marriage is all about, They always have a word or two to share to their children.  We would like to call on the Mother of the Groom, Mrs. Josephine Torralba for a few words of wisdom.

And next, the Mother of the Bride, Mrs. Guillerma Resurreccion, to give a message.

May we also call on our Bride’s Guardian, her tita, Erlinda Deocariza.

Thank you for those heartwarming and inspiring messages.   

XI Dance

(Music plays in the background, and the newlyweds invite their father/mother to dance)

Father/daughter and Mother/son dance

First Dance

For tonight marks the beginning of their new life together. From this day forward they shall be one, and on this joyful beginning what could be more fitting than to celebrate it with their First Dance. The First Dance is symbolic of the consummation of their wedding vows. This Dance is the wedding couples' first cooperative engagement and joint endeavor. As the saying goes, “It takes two to tango.” Ladies and gentlemen, it is once again my privilege to present to you Mr&Mrs Sherwin and Sam  Torralba with their First Dance.

Thank you Sherwin and Sam  , Let us once again give them a big round of applause

XII. CLOSING SPEECH

FROM THE COUPLE (for each other & for the guests)

Now, our newlyweds would like to share some thoughts to all of you who are here today. We now turn you over to Groom and Bride.

FROM THE HOSTS
Once again, we would like to thank everyone for coming here today and sharing this momentous occasion with Groom and Bride. We do hope that all of you had a great time. This is ____ and ____ signing off. Again, thanks for coming.  God bless, and enjoy the rest of the night.

 You may need the following persons to make sure everything is in order.

• Driver and your buhat boys ( at least someone who can accompany you to pick up all the supplies ex. flowers, cake etc )
• Ceremony Organizer  (someone who will make sure that the procession of entourage is in order)
• Usherette (someone to guide youre guest to their seats)
• Technical operators ( incharge of setting up the projectors and sounds effects)
• Assistants ( They will make sure that the program is in cue and props were present when needed)

I have prepared a timeline as guide.

That's it. So I might have miss a lot of details but I would be glad to answer any of your quiries.