5-6 Months

If you aren't already swamped, then you're about to be. This is a very busy stage in wedding planning.

It is time to choose a cake baker. For me, their wasn't any question that we would have our cake made at Cake Time in Philomath. Cake Time makes beautiful and delicious wedding cakes of all shapes and sizes, for a reasonable price. In addition, they are a local business and friends of our family.

Choosing a band or DJ can take a little more time that one would think. It is a good idea to interview your musical entertainers. Find out how long they play, style of music, any extras they may offer, and what their fees are. Find out if they have a demo tape you can take; listen to it and compare it with your other options.

If you haven't already, now is a good time to make your final choices on your wedding attire, florist, caterer and menu.

Do you want to have transportation for you and your finace after the ceremony or reception? What about for your guests? If so, what style? Make calls in your area to see what is available for your event.

Florist, Rehearsal Dinner Venues, and Lodging

Florists:
Penguin Flowers; www.penguinflowers.com
Stargazers Premier Florist; (541) 754-8104
Thistle Dew Farms Inc.; (541) 752-2385
Absolutley Flowers; www.absolutelyflowers.com
American Blooms; www.americanblooms.com
Expressions in Bloom; www.corvallisflowers.com
Leading Floral Co.; www.leadingfloral.com
The Flower Garden; www.flowergardencorvallis.com

Rehearsal Dinner Venues:
Iovino's Ristorante; (541) 738-9015
Wyatt's Eatery & Brewhouse; (541) 917-3727
Eola Hills Wine Cellars; (503) 623-2405
Michael's Landing; www.michaelslanding.com
Wine Depot & Deli; (541) 967-9499
Headwaters; (541)753-4320

Lodging:
Salbasgeon Suites; www.salbasgeon.com
Holiday Inn Express; (541) 752-0800
Hilton Garden Inn; www.corvallis.gardeninn.com
Days Inn; 1(800) 432-1233