For New Jersey–based newlyweds Kaylin Roth and Anthony Cerbo, their charming country celebration at the groom’s family’s tree farm was a true labor of love. Inspired by Americana folk artist Charles Wysocki, the crafty couple pulled off a personalized fete without blowing their budget (and keeping it under the national average of $35,329), thanks to reimagined household items, homegrown favors and the help of generous guests.
Biggest Splurge
Catered barbecue for 175 guests proved to be the priciest expense, but the couple cut costs by encouraging partygoers to BYOP (bring your own pie).
Thrifty Décor
“We looked at what we already owned and thought, ‘How can we use it for our wedding?’ ” Kaylin says of incorporating thrifted mugs, crochet blankets and vintage kitchen items into the design. “Shopping our own home brought the cost down and really reflected our style.”
Vendor Savings
Anthony’s mother put her floral skills to good use, his aunt baked a naked cake for the occasion, and Kaylin’s sister Jessica, a professional photographer, documented the day with the help of a second shooter.
Affordable Favors
Guests picked their own gourds from the “Marry Me Pumpkin Patch” at Cerbo’s Christmas Tree Farm. “They were grown from the seeds of the pumpkin Anthony used to propose a year earlier,” Kaylin says of the seasonal gifts.
Budget Breakdown
Catering: $6,000
Venue & Rentals: $4,500
Dress & Formalwear: $4,500
Flowers & Décor: $2,000
Second Shooter & Videographer: $1,000
Entertainment: $1,000
Stationery & Details: $1,000
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