As the instructor asked we all had to mention one thing that we hoped to learn during the days meetings. I really didn't know what to say, so I mentioned that I would love to learn more about weddings! As the day progressed we started discussing emergency packs. What I, the planner, should have and what the bride should have. One thing that stands out in my mind is smelling salts. I know you are thinking, smelling salts? There was a planner there that says she hands out smelling salts to various people at EVERY wedding. Her and her assistant always have one each, there is one usually on the alter somewhere and then the moms each have one as they are right there in the front in case anything happens. I guess I never thought anything like that would really happen. Thats only in the movies right? WRONG! She told a story of one wedding where she had to break out the smelling salts. This has me rethinking what do I really need in my emergency pack.
So based on this new found information I have decided to start my pack with the following;
- bottled water
- breath mints
- needle/thread
- baby wipes
- 100% alcohol, I found out this will remove almost ALL marks from a dress with no staining
- floral pins
- scissors
- eye drops
- lint brush
- tea lights
- clear nail polish
- static cling spray
- matches
- straws
- safety pins
- krazy glue (I am sure I will add to this)
The Bride should have an emergency bag with;
- chapstick
- bottled water
- granola bars
- hairspray
- bobbie pins, hair accessories
- comb/brush
- toothbrush/toothpatse
- ibuprofen, Tylenol, Benadryl, etc.
- lotion
- band-aids
- hand towellettes
- mini sewing kit
- safety pins
- hem tape
- tissues
- tweezers
What are other things that may be needed in these bags? Any tips and comments would be appreciated!!!!
Happy Planning!!
