There are a million checklists online, but which one is the right one? Your list of potential vendors is a mile long, but how do you narrow it down and know who you can trust? There are so many little details you need to plan for, but which ones are important to have for YOUR wedding
You’re having budgeting nightmares and guest list dilemmas and constantly wondering, “What am I forgetting?!”
I know. It's a lot!
SO, YOU JUMP ONLINE TO START PLANNING AND THEN YOU REALIZE-
You'll be creating forever memories for you and your wedding guests.
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Starting to worry about all the nitty-gritty details and moving parts that you need to keep track of, and honestly, you aren’t even sure what they are (and how would you, you’ve never done this before)...
Wondering how you're going to afford everything to bring your wedding day to life.
Feeling a tad bit overwhelmed by the whole planning process and realize it’s a little more work than you expected.
Googling "how to plan a wedding?" Once or twice (or a million times). No shame. You're not alone...there's a reason why it's one of the most Googled wedding searches.
Spending hours searching Google, Pinterest, and blogs for answers to your questions. Only to get dozens of different responses, now the challenge becomes sorting through this all of this advice to find the best answer for YOUR wedding details.
Realizing how much time all the searching is taking and how you're going to juggle planning, career and social life. All you want to do is enjoy your engagement.
From the big picture to the smallest details, you’ll be able to breathe easy leading up to your wedding day knowing you have it all covered.
Planners can be expensive, and if a planner isn't in your budget or where you want to spend your money, I totally get it. Regardless, you’ll need a plan. TBM ties up 11+ years of expertise into a simple and straightforward planning resource without the cost of hiring a pro.
Wedding planning can be overwhelming when you’re stringing together advice from friends, family members, and “experts” across the internet. TBM has the support you need all in one place, so you can focus on getting sh$t done and checking things off your list!
Since then, I've planned over 250 weddings and have perfected every single detail of the wedding planning process. Now, I know you don't have hundreds of weddings to "figure it out" so, I’ve compiled everything I’ve learned in the last 11-years to give you the most comprehensive, practical & effective wedding planning course for couples without a wedding planner.
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At some point, all those internet searches and blogs start to blend together (or worse, contradict each other) leaving you with new or unanswered questions and feeling anxious about everything coming together.
TBM offers you 12 years of professional experience from planning over 250 weddings, in an engaging, easy-to-follow course equipping you with every piece of advice you SHOULD have to plan a successful & affordable wedding.
Informative invaluable video lessons, walking you through the entire planning process, using the same structure and advice I give my clients. You'll have all the information at your fingertips to plan from A-Z.
Every section includes a downloadable PDF summary of the lessons, perfect for those who wish to compile key details in their binder for easy reference.
20+ comprehensive checklist, Q&A's and planning forms. You won't find these forms anywhere else. They are used on the daily by all my clients, in other words, you're investing in something that actually works.
From budgets to guest lists, vendors to seating charts, keeping track of all the itty bitty details to managing all your vendors—it's a lot to keep track of. You'll be completely set to plan with these spreadsheets that I use on the daily.
When you are planning without pro help, it’s hard to get answers for your exact planning scenario because no two weddings are the same. You might find a blog about your topic but have so many more questions… except you don’t have access to the person that wrote the article to ask them. This is one of the BIGGEST causes of confusion and overwhelm that couples have. You'll have the freedom to contact me any time to ask me all the burning questions that keep you up at night.
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While each planner might have their unique style, we all follow a certain sequence and structure in our planning process. This structured approach is key to creating successful events.
Ensures Nothing is Overlooked: With so many elements to consider – from venue selection to guest lists, catering, and decorations – a planner's approach ensures that no critical details are missed. This is especially important for things that need to be booked or decided well in advance.
Efficient Time Management: A planner's approach allows for better time management. It helps in setting realistic timelines for each task, ensuring that everything is done in a timely manner, avoiding last-minute rushes.
Better Budget Management: Weddings can be expensive, and costs can spiral quickly without a plan. A planner's budgeting process allows for a clearer understanding of the budget, helping to track expenses and make cost-effective decisions.
Attention to Detail: By methodically planning each aspect of the wedding, you can pay closer attention to the quality of vendors, materials, and services being used. This ensures that the final event meets your expectations.
Allows for Flexibility: Even with the best plans, unexpected changes can occur. A planner's approach, has built-in flexibility and allows for planning adjustments without causing a complete overhaul of your plans.
Reduces Stress and Overwhelm: Wedding planning involves numerous details, decisions, and deadlines. A planner's approach helps break down the process into manageable tasks, reducing feelings of stress and overwhelm.
Unfortunately, if you're planning on your own, it's hard to find this kind of guidance online. Most resources are just a mix of checklists and blog posts that give you scattered information. This often leads to a lot of time spent searching the internet and trying to piece together your own plan, which is what causes all the overwhelm, overspending and wasted time.
Here's how following TBM's proven planning method can benefit your planning and most important, your pocket!
You don't have a professional wedding planner, but would love the help & value the advice of a seasoned pro.
You're juggling a busy schedule and can't afford to waste time sorting through hundreds of blogs to find your answers. TBM is streamlined to save you time, laying out everything in a clear, organized manner, so you can confidently plan without the guesswork.
You like processes that make your life easier and make you feel confident that you are working through all the right steps (and in the right order).
If you're looking to navigate your wedding planning with the insights and knowledge of a professional, yet prefer the flexibility of doing it yourself, this course is tailored for you. It's designed to provide the support, advice, and structured approach guided by a professional planner.
If you're new to the wedding scene, having never attended or participated in a wedding. TBM is perfect for those who lack firsthand wedding experience and are looking for guidance to navigate this new planning confidently.
You're realistic about what it takes to plan a wedding and would prefer to keep the planning simple for yourself.
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TBM provides you with clear direction and leads you through the planning from start to finish. You’ll always know what to do, when to do it, and how to get it done. Keeping you focused & relaxed.
Inside TBM, I dive deep into the nitty-gritty details that you need to know to plan your wedding successfully. Details like logistics, timelines, what vendors need and how to work with them, setups, contracts, location dynamics, and how to field the 10,000 questions you will get. All the stuff that you can only know after planning hundreds of weddings.
Planners can be expensive, and if a planner isn't in your budget or where you want to spend your money, I totally get it. Regardless, you’ll need a plan. TBM ties up 11+ years of expertise into a simple and straightforward planning resource without the cost of hiring a pro.
SO many wedding mistakes come down to not knowing the right questions to ask or things to look for. You don’t know what you don’t know, and that’s why I’m giving you sample emails, specific questions to consider, red flags to be aware of, and all the industry insights I’ve got in my back pocket after over a decade in the industry that will help you completely transform your entire engagement experience and wedding planning.
YOUR VENDORS CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR WEDDING DAY
Wedding planning can be overwhelming when you’re stringing together advice from friends, family members, and “experts” across the internet. TBM has the support you need all in one place, so you can focus on getting sh$t done and checking things off your list!
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… making important decisions that effect the outcome of your day.
...managing logistics and your vendors.
… keeping track of countless checklists and contracts.
… managing your budget and essential timelines.
…figuring out what you need, how to get it, and from who to get it from
… covering all the details, both big and small.
So I know just how much goes into planning a wedding. I’ve spent over a decade as a wedding planner and perfecting my methods so that my client's wedding is everything they had envisioned. Now, I'm sharing all that information with you in an an affordable and easy-to-follow course so you can have the pro planner experience, without the pro planner cost.
TBM was created to give you every bit of information necessary to walk you through the planning process and straight towards the aisle without all the second-guessing and overwhelm
I'm commit to being fully transparent and honest with you throughout your wedding planning journey. You need clear, factual information to make smart, well-informed decisions. The 'NO FLUFF' approach in this course ensures complete clarity on each topic, eliminating any confusion about 'what next' or 'how to do it.' I'll give it to you straight, just like I do when planning with my couples in real life.
I've already done the work and figured out all the hard stuff so you don't have to. Just follow along and plan your wedding using methods and processes that have helped 250+ couples get
When you enroll, you get instant access TODAY. Log in to the course in minutes, start watching through the modules. You will benefit financially (and mentally) if you follow the course in order. However, if you want to jump around in the course, you can do that too.
Each lesson has a corresponding PDF recap and checklist. You won't need to bounce around the course looking for these details. That would contradict what I've told you about online planning. I'm saving you a ton of time by giving you access to everything in one spot.
The course is functional on mobile, so you can pull it up anywhere any time; on a long commute, while your on the treadmill😂, on your lunch break or where ever. Just throw up the captions and you're set.
This all-in-one course shares all my tried and true planning templates, checklists, guidance, support and real-life experiences. Now you can plan your wedding step-by-step without wasting time trying to figure out HOW to plan it!
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Total Value of the course, my full planning price starts at $6800, depending on your location, you could expect to pay- somewhere between $4000-$15000+.
That's a savings of $6500 if you were to hire me direct.
We love starting planning off with a big savings!!
If you purchased TBM you do NOT need to purchase any of the other planning products. All the other products are included inside TBM.
You'll breathe easy leading up your wedding day knowing you have everything covered for your big day when you plan with TBM!
I am so confident in TBM's ability to assist in your wedding planning that I offer a 10-day money-back guarantee. If you find that TBM isn't meeting your needs, simply reach out to me at hello@thebridalmethod with a brief explanation for your return, and I'll promptly issue a refund. Your feedback is valuable, as it helps me improve the course. Once I receive your message, I'll take care of closing your account, ensuring a hassle-free process
I often get asked by new clients if I can help them save money during wedding planning. The answer is yes, but it's probably not how you think.
The biggest savings come from initial pre-planning, setting a proper budget, choosing the right venue, and asking the right questions to vendors. Following a structured planning process is crucial to keep your budget in check. Without this, many couples end up 'venue poor,' spending too much on the venue and compromising on other aspects. This is often due to scattered, convoluted planning methods using various sites and checklists, which can lead to budget issues.
I've created hundreds of budgets and manage them so I can confidently say that your actions at the start of planning are critical to helping you save money immediately.
That's why the first modules of this course focus on pre-planning and creating a solid budget, along with educating you about essential aspects before you dive deep into planning. So YES, when you follow a certain process, you'll find saving.
This is such a great question! The number one thing is that there isn’t anything exactly like this out there at this time. The Bridal Method offers 14 modules packed with all the detail I could pull out of my planner brain. My resource really dives into the nitty gritty of planning with so much detail and guidance that it will completely change
I have given newly engaged couples access to my entire planning process from beginning to end, step-by-step to eliminate overwhelm and confusion. I don’t just focus on the main vendors to book, I delve into all the smaller details like creating floor plans and air tight timelines, creating ceremony processionals, how to avoid bridal party and mother of the bride drama, and literally so much more. I thought about all of the details that my clients deal with when planning and included it.
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Forever, ….but let’s hope you don’t need it that long! If I film additional videos down the road, you'll also get access to those.
This is one of the biggest questions that I get. TBM is for anyone planning in any state inside the US.
It's entirely your choice. You have the option to binge-watch this over a weekend if you're eager to absorb all the information quickly. However, I recommend pacing yourself and watching each segment according to the schedule of your planning timeframe.
Ready for all the goodies that the spreadsheets offer?
Customizable dashboard & planning timeline, budget tracker, guest tracker, wedding day timeline templates, wedding party tracker, seating chart template, vendor tracker, ideas list, vendor & venue comparison, wedding day packing list, day of contact list, honeymoon planner, optional spreadsheets for welcome parties, showers, etc.
TBM is used to it's fullest if you are newly engaged or have been planning for 3-months or less. My experience has taught me that there are so many details that brides tend to overlook in their excitement and only realize much later that they need help. Even if you've booked your venue, you'll want to go back and watch the venue module. You might have to go back and ask the venue more questions after watching these lessons. I know stuff!!!
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Plus, I am a professional wedding planner by trade. I do this literally every single day. Some of the templates and guides you’ll find searching Google are not written by planners. And this scares the heck out of me for all the brides out there because they can sometimes do more harm than good based upon what I’ve seen.
Large wedding sites do not provide cohesive planning. It’s a mix of a million ways you could plan your wedding and it gets so darn confusing! I’ve gotten a lot of clients because of this honestly, they get overwhelmed by what they find online and need help. So now, that help is packaged into The Bridal Method. TBM is written in a way that you can easily follow along and plan in steps outlined by one person, so you aren’t getting a mix of information and timelines are crystal clear.