I just want to cry.

stevesbride2012 · June 2012

Wedding are stressful.It is suppose to be a happy time,There is so much to do and so littletime.How are you ladies getting it all done.H.E.L.P

butterflyjumper1 · June 2012

A detailed to-do list is what kept me on track with tasks to do every week....plus the girls on TK, plus a helpful fiance, and awesome parents and in-laws helping out

What all do you need help with? anything we can do to give you ideas or share pictures?

Melissa.hylton · June 2012

I wrote out a detailed list that included dates of when purchases are going to be made. Start DIY projects now becuase its harder to do when you are under the week of the wedding stress. Created a timeline for ceremony including how long music and the songs last to when people will walk down. Get RVSP head count as much as possible before the date. You wont have to track down a bunch of people. Start seating chart with the people you already have like family. It helps to start projects before having entire numbers.

lvissers · June 2012

Just take one thing at a time. Don't try and attack more than one task at a time. Every week make a list of 3-4 things that you would like to accomplish and check them off as you go. I get so much satisfaction from checking off things, I'm such a dork! You still have plenty of time to get everything done. Just don't procrastinate, or you will stress out 2 months from now. Ask for help for your bridesmaids, FI, Mom, Aunt, family. You can do it :-)

colleenm18 · June 2012

I am with butterfly. I very detailed to do list was what kept my on track as well as having my mom and FSMIL and FI who have been SUPER helpful.

What do you think you are behind on or missing? Let us know what you need to talk out and we will help!

brandeeteer · June 2012

I agree - we have tons of DIY stuff. And it was less stressful to make enough favors/centerpieces for the projected number of guests and have some extra then it would be to do it later.

A checklist really helps and don't be afraid to ask your friends/family for help. Getting going now will help too - the longer you wait the more the stress seems to build. Plus use TK for help - these ladies are all great and have helped me tons.

bridetobe71412 · June 2012

I'm not getting it all done.

kmdeck26 · June 2012

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[QUOTE]Just take one thing at a time. Don't try and attack more than one task at a time. Every week make a list of 3-4 things that you would like to accomplish and check them off as you go. I get so much satisfaction from checking off things, I'm such a dork! You still have plenty of time to get everything done. Just don't procrastinate, or you will stress out 2 months from now. Ask for help for your bridesmaids, FI, Mom, Aunt, family. You can do it :-)
Posted by lvissers[/QUOTE]

Yes, do exactly what she said. Just focus on a few things each week, and block everything else out that isn't on your weekly to-do-list.

BeachLover2885 · June 2012

As PP said, if you make a to do list and aim to get some of it done every week, you will be fine! Everything will fall into place.. it always does ,right?

stevesbride2012 · June 2012

Thank You all so much.I think I will make a to-do list

michelle11988 · June 2012

Definitely make a to-do list and prioritize it. If you can prioritize and figure out dates to get everything done it will work out better. I have a lot left to do as well and need to just get motivated, I think the under 6 weeks helped me!

KatieK501 · June 2012

Don't be afraid to ask for help!!! (This doesn't mean badger your FI b/c he doesn't want to help though - find people who would really like to help you out).

I've had several friends offer to help when I was talking about how long the invitations were taking to make, and I was too controlling to take them up on helping then. But I've got quite a few things I'd like to DIY before the wedding, so I think we'll have a wine and craft night, and I'll take the ladies up on their help!

And remember - if some things don't get done - you may be the only one who knows that it's missing!

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