Final guest count

pinksonya

So, it seems that we've ended up with right around 100 people and almost 20 children.  Will this seem tiny?  It's what we were aiming for originally, but then we thought we were going to end up around 130 or possibly 140.  Now I'm feeling slightly disappointed.  We bought SO much liquor, and now considering the final number and several people who don't drink, I know we bought way too much.  Any knotties up for partying?!

npales

Our numbers will be similar to yours. I think it's a good size!You can return any unopened liquor and get your money back. Not that I am not up for partying...

McBridetobe

I think that is a perfect size!  :)You can return the unopened bottles or have a party or give them away...having too much isn't a problem!

dicer2

We had around 175 total and it felt like too many people to me.  I would have been happy with half of that.  I know for sure that I didn't talk to everyone there.You can always return some of the unopened alcohol.  Or throw a knottie party. 

e8jackson6

We were about 120, but I honestly could've done without about 20 of them.   Like pp said - you can return unopened liquor, but I'm always up for a party.

marburs

keeping in mind your reception hall- I don't think that will be too small at all.  And you are eating inside right? speaking of which- did you ever email Jamie? And um- seriously my FI and I were talking about this the other day. Having knotties crash the party- you won't have to pay for them for dinner(and they wont be offended for not being invited)- but you'll get your money's worth out of the bar! I'm so down if you're serious.

AMK2009

I think that's a good size!  I think we had around 150, and I didn't get a chance to talk to alot of people! I would definatley try to return it!  I'm not sure if you're still worried about having the money to pay off your vendors, but if you return it before, that would be some extra cash in your pocket.  If you're not worried about that anymore, then a party would be fun!!

pinksonya

Thanks, that definitely made me feel better!  We went to a wedding last friday, and there were 350 people there!  It was ridiculous!  I couldn't even imagine what 100 would be like... I've been considering returning a few bottles now, but then I worry that we'll end up needing it.  I highly doubt we will need 5 large bottles of both vodka and spiced rum when we're also having beer, wine and a couple other liquors.  Sara,  you're thinking like me!  FI actually brought it up last night that we could invite the whole knot and still have room.  We are having dinner inside. 

themissizz

Ditto on all the returning the booze comments.  I'm up for a party anytime!  I can't drink, but (as most of you know) I do love to gab.

marburs

dinner inside? ok- than 100 is a perfect number for that place.  Jamie had hers ouside, I'm not sure how many people she had- but it was too many to comfortably fit inside. It would have been really nice to have it inside I kinda thought.  I've been to quite a few weddings- the biggest was in the Broadmore in Colorado Springs. Its was amazing- so beautiful. But not personalized at all. I didnt even get to see the bride nor groom. I really enjoy smaller weddings. They are sooo much more fun- for the guests- and I'm sure for the couple as well. Let me know if FI and I are allowed to crash! lol. Oh- and let me know if you need to borrow any yard games

dreamalotmp

I think that is the perfect size. Ours was about the same. We didn't actually return the beer or wine or champagne. We have been enjoying it to this day and gave much of it away as gifts.

McBridetobe

Sonya, I meant returning them AFTER the wedding.  Just tell your bartender that you are interested in returning the unopened bottles, so that they don't open them all! 

pinksonya

Sara, crash away!  It would be fun to have some knottie action.  I think all of you know more about the wedding than my bridal party or family!  My only request is that Graham and I can come see your new house!  

KimWard

A little late chiming in here, but I think that is the perfect number. I thought we were going to have around 120, but then the final count was only 92, and ultimately only 84 showed up. :-(  I am still slightly disappointed, b/c I felt that was too small, but you will be fine!

pinksonya

Yeah, we'll definitely return the bottles.  We'll probalby keep them in the house or car in case we need them.  I wouldn't mind returning a couple now, though.  We could use the cash!  But like I said, I'm also up for a knottie crash!

marburs

As of right now, I'm totally crashing.  But let me know closer to the wedding is you truly want FI and I. Know:we will not be offended either way. It's completely up to you if you want us there or not.Broken Record: let me know if you need anything.And yes! You will totally be seeing our house soon! Although it looks a hot mess right now, hopefully when you see it, it will be looking a little more presentable.

pinksonya

Graham said he'd love to have you there!  He's all for it.  You're a lucky girl.  Lots of weddings this summer!

BeckyP005

Sonya since I can't have my wedding there I might also  crash to see how beautiful yours is! JK. I was just thinking the other day I don't talk alot  on here but if don't have alot of people coming might as well invite knotties to drink! Not that anyone would show up!!HaHa I want mine to be casual.

pinksonya

Your wedding is going to be awesome!  And you better believe we'd show up to party, so be careful unless you're serious. Haha!

skybluejen

I've been to several weddings with around 100 people and I think its a perfect size!  Its still a lot of people without being too overwhelming!  We had 250ish and it was a lot of people, but its what worked for us!

Pirata13

I wish ours would be that number!

morainemom

Sonya,As the MOB, I am secretly hoping that not everyone attends so I can kept the reception dinner cost down.  I feel slightly guilty for those thoughts.But only slightly... ;)I don't drink, so I won't crash your wedding -- but please eat a double helping of the beef brisket for me!  We stopped there last week and got some to go.  Ooooh, it's so delicious!

morganphd

That's a great number!  We invited 267, had 126 say yes, and 122 show up. Pam - I was praying for lots of no shows.  Our venue only held 200 and I didn't even want to pay for that many!  We more than halved our reception price

morainemom

Shannon,I feel kind of bad for feeling that way but our checkbook is begging for some no rsvps!  *lol*I think the turnout will be small because the wedding is on a Friday afternoon in Pittsburgh.  We now are renting a bus for all of the older guests who are definitely coming because they totally freaked out about driving 1- 1.5 hours to Pittsburgh - well, just the driving in Pittsburgh part freaked them out.

pinksonya

Shannon, it turned out well for you!  Pam, I'm sure you'll still have plenty of guests, but hopefully the number will fall where you would like it to.All of our guests are from 2.5 hours away or farther.  This definitely played into our lower count, but we also only invited close family and friends.  I'm disappointed about some of the no's we have gotten.  We really counted on some people from the beginning.  A few have been telling us for months that they would be there... But oh well, I guess.  If it was that important, they would be there.

marburs

A few have been telling us for months that they would be there... But oh well, I guess. If it was that important, they would be there. oh no- I'm really sorry to hear this. The people that truly love you two will be there.  And everyone doesnt matter.

marburs

oops- I mean noone ELSE matters. my English very good.

pinksonya

thanks! that's what i'm trying to remember. i'm sure we won't even notice that a few people aren't there.

morganphd

Sonya, the only one that ticked me off was my SIL who lives in South Park and couldn't come in with her husband (my brother) and kids to the city??? I think I've written her off for good now. We also had many no's that were dur to the distance from Philly. Believe me, you'll have such good time with those who do come that you won't miss the rest.