The Savvy Wedding Budget | Jessica Bishop | #92
In this episode of the Stronger Marriage Connection podcast, hosts Dr. Liz Hale and Dr. Dave Schramm sit down with Jessica Bishop, creator of Budget Savvy Bride. Jessica shares her extensive knowledge on planning a beautiful wedding without breaking the bank. With practical tips on everything from using silk flowers to DIY projects, Jessica explains how couples can save money while still having a memorable day. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on the marriage itself rather than just the wedding day. Listeners will gain valuable insights on budgeting, planning, and prioritizing for their special day.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction of Jessica Bishop and her expertise in saving money on weddings.
00:43 - Emphasis on the importance of planning a marriage over just planning a wedding.
02:17 - Jessica's inspiration for Budget Savvy Bride from her own wedding planning experience.
03:35 - Discussion of various aspects covered in Jessica's wedding planner and organizer.
04:24 - Growth of Budget Savvy Bride from a personal blog to a nationwide resource.
05:14 - Key questions for couples to align their wedding day with their values and budget.
06:55 - Overview of the "Big Five" elements that shape a wedding budget.
09:25 - Impact of guest count on wedding budget and costs.
10:14 - Balancing couple's vision with family expectations through communication.
12:46 - Practical budget-saving tips, including limiting alcohol and using silk flowers.
14:46 - Discussion on high cost of fresh flowers and appreciation for silk alternatives.
15:02 - Importance of guest count and savvy alternatives to traditional expenses.
17:05 - Affordable wedding attire and DIY decor options.
18:51 - Advocating for planning within financial means to reduce stress.
19:06 - Finding the right vendors who fit the couple's vision and budget.
19:27 - Introduction of the Savvy Wedding Guide vendor platform.
21:48 - Importance of premarital counseling for improving communication.
23:16 - Sharing counseling resources with wedding vendors.
24:02 - Favorite podcast interviews and topics for couples to hear.
25:45 - Enthusiasm for personalized and meaningful wedding ceremonies.
27:14 - Benefits of budget-friendly wedding solutions like Something Borrowed Blooms.
29:13 - Encouragement to browse real weddings for inspiration and budgeting ideas.
31:55 - Love for DIY projects and tools like Cricut for affordable wedding decor.
34:14 – Jessica's key to a stronger marriage connection.
35:16 – Jessica's takeaway of the day.
36:08- Liz's takeaway of the day.
36:49- Dave's takeaway of the day.
About Jessica Bishop:
Jessica Bishop is the founder of TheBudgetSavvyBride.com, the #1 online resource to help couples all across the world plan a beautiful wedding on a budget they can actually afford.
Jessica is a wedding industry veteran and wedding budget expert. Jessica has seen weddings from nearly every angle throughout her career– from her early days working at a wedding cake bakery at the age of 15 to doing catering service, wedding photography, invitation designing, and day-of coordination… to being a bride herself! She’s infused her 360-degree wedding experiences from the last 25 years to build a comprehensive wedding planning resource to help couples through the planning process with less expense *and* less stress!
In 2018, Jessica squeezed all her best tips, advice, and checklists into her book, The Budget-Savvy Wedding Planner & Organizer, which has been a #1 Best Seller on Amazon many times over! Over 225,000 copies have been sold to date.
Insights
Jessica's
Wedding planning serves as a valuable testing ground for marriage, teaching lessons in decision-making, prioritizing, compromising, and communication, ultimately helping to build a strong relationship foundation. Enjoy the process and be intentional in your efforts.
Dave’s
To reduce stress and avoid misunderstandings, couples should openly share their expectations and visions for their wedding from the start. Understanding each other's perspectives and maintaining constant communication about decisions and finances will help manage differences and foster compromise throughout the planning process.
Liz’s
Dr. Bill Doherty suggests that the process of wedding planning marks the beginning of the marriage itself, serving as a significant test for the couple. Each wedding, like a marriage, is unique, reflecting the personalities and histories of the couple. It’s important to remember that minimizing time, money, and stress are key factors in making the experience memorable.
Jessica Bishop's Resources:
https://thebudgetsavvybride.com/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bouquet-toss-a-wedding-planning-podcast/id1539773975
Instagram: @budgetsavvybride
Facebook: @thebudgetsavvybride
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