Simple tools for the parts that are easy to put off
Printables and Planners
Planning a wedding is a lot of decisions. These printables and planners are the ones we made to help with the parts couples tell us are hardest: the budget, the guest list, the ceremony words, the toasts and the timeline.
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The quick version
- Simple planners, printables and cards for the parts of a wedding that are easiest to put off.
- Every one is an instant download, so there is nothing to wait for.
- Use them alone, or together as a set.
In this guide
For the ceremony
Your ceremony is the heart of the day. These five help you plan the moments, find the right words, and get your officiant ready.
New · Paperback, or printable PDF + editable Word files
18 Complete Wedding Ceremonies
Eighteen ceremonies written out from the first welcome to the presentation of the couple: civil, Christian, symbolic (unity candle, sand, roses, hand blessing) and one for couples who find love later in life. A Quick Finder and worksheet help you choose, and every ceremony comes as its own Word booklet, so you can add your names, make your changes and print the copy your officiant reads from.
Officiants: lend the paperback to your couple to read and choose from. Print a fresh planning worksheet for each couple, and only the ceremony they pick, from the Word files that come with the book.
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New · Printable PDF guidebook
The Officiant's Toolkit
For the friend or family member you've asked to officiate: the legal side, interview questions, a 16-part ceremony builder, three complete scripts, where everyone stands, the rehearsal and the day, with my own stories. 69 printable pages.
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New · Editable Canva templates
Wedding Party Cards for 32 Roles
Ask, thank and explain every role, from Maid of Honor and Officiant to the ones nobody else makes cards for, like Pet Attendant and Remembrance Table Keeper. Add your names in Canva and print. $5 a card, or all 32 for $29.
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Paperback and printable PDF
Woven Together: 24 Ways to Include Family and Friends
Ceremony rituals your guests take part in, tables they stop at on the way in, and small gifts that go home in a pocket. Each idea has what you’ll need, how to set it up, and wording for signs and for your officiant, plus a story or tip from me. Get it as a paperback to keep on your planning shelf, or as a 37-page PDF you can print at home.
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Printable workbook
The Wedding Ceremony Words Workbook
A 45-page guide that turns your story, values, vows and ideas into meaningful ceremony language, with a Ceremony Profile you can share with your officiant.
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Printable workbook
Create Your Wedding Charge
A 6-page printable workbook that guides you through 5 simple steps to identify the message, tone, values, and personal details you want your officiant to include. Complete it together in about 15 to 20 minutes, then give the final summary page to your officiant.
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For the reception
Printable PDF kit
Wedding Toast Starter Kit
Fill-in-the-blank toasts for the best man, maid of honor, parents, family and the couple, plus a five-part plan, a finished sample, short toasts, wishes to end with and a toast-day checklist. 17 printable pages.
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For the planning
Printable PDF kit
Wedding Planning Timeline & Checklist
A month-by-month checklist from the day you say yes to the day after the wedding, with a key dates tracker, a budget reminder and notes on every page. 16 printable pages.
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Google Sheets template
Wedding Budget Planner
Organize every wedding expense, track deposits and final payments, compare estimated and actual costs, and see what is left at a glance.
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Google Sheets template
Wedding Guest List Planner & Tracker
Organize your guests, monitor RSVPs, and stay aligned with your budget throughout the entire planning process. Instant download: access your planner in minutes.
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Books for the two of you
Paperback and hardcover
Your First Year of Marriage: Twelve Notes for the Year Ahead
One short note for each month of the first year, with things to try together, questions to talk over and pages to write in. A gift for weddings, showers and engagements. The PDF is still free on our site.
Paperback on Amazon Hardcover on Amazon
Book
Planning Your Wedding, Building Your Marriage
The new second edition of my guide for engaged couples: a step-by-step plan and timeline, ceremony wording you can use, plain talk about money and family, and marriage advice from couples married for decades.
Paperback, $14.99 Kindle, $4.99Affiliate link: we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Looking for something free?
Our free guides cover budgets, guest lists, ceremonies, vows and toasts. Start with the step-by-step wedding planning guide.