No Time for Difficulties! A Comprehensive Guide to Wedding Planning Using Excel

2017.11.29 published

Wedding Preparation: Master Excel ♡

Excel, the spreadsheet software on your computer＊

It is a very convenient software that can perform data calculations, aggregations, and create tables and graphs.

Excel is also a big help during wedding preparations, where there are countless decisions and shared tasks to be made together!

Unlike managing information on paper, such as in notebooks,

you can view, add, edit, and delete information anytime and anywhere as long as you have a PC or smartphone.

Let's make smart and efficient progress in planning your wedding by skillfully utilizing Excel＊

So, what can you do with Excel?

However, among brides who are not good with computers,

many may feel that

"Honestly, I don't know what can be done with Excel."

Indeed, if you are not accustomed to using it at work, you might not even think about what you can do with Excel!

But don't worry, brides! ♡

This time, I will introduce things related to wedding preparations that you can do using Excel＊

What you can do with Excel 1＊Manage To-Do Lists

The first thing to introduce is creating a To-Do list for wedding preparations in Excel＊

List all the tasks you need to do, and create columns for deadlines, importance, and who is responsible.

By adding a filter function, you can conveniently check only the tasks that haven't been completed! ♡

What you can do with Excel 2＊Create a Guest List

It's also recommended to create a list of guests (names, postal codes, and addresses) who will be invited to the reception in Excel＊

Asking for addresses through LINE or email is easy since you can just copy and paste!

This data will come in handy not only when writing invitations but also later when sending thank-you gifts or New Year cards♩

What you can do with Excel 3＊Create Data for Paper Items

Many brides are creating data and designs for paper items in Excel!

The types of DIY paper items can include the following＊

☑ Invitation set (main invitation, reply postcard, timeline, sticky notes, map, save the date, prepaid postage mark, etc.)

☑ Marriage certificate

☑ Seating chart

☑ Place cards

☑ Menu & drink list

☑ Table numbers

☑ Reception signs and Instagram signs, etc.

☑ Thank-you tags & thank-you stickers

☑ Profile book

To make them, simply download stylish free materials and fonts, and arrange them according to the paper size for printing!

Making paper items from scratch is sure to be a rewarding and enjoyable task♡

What you can do with Excel 4＊Create Instruction Sheets

Excel is also useful for creating instruction sheets to communicate the photo poses and angles you'd like the photographer to capture during the pre-wedding shoot or on the wedding day＊

You can simply attach wonderful photos you found on fellow brides' Instagram with a brief comment!

What you can do with Excel 5＊Create a BGM List

Next, what you can do with Excel is create a BGM list for the reception＊

However, it’s common to end up loving too many songs and not being able to decide on just one.

To keep track of your partner's opinions, create a notes column and paste the YouTube URL next to it for convenience♩

What you can do with Excel 6＊Cost Estimates

It's also recommended to reflect the estimate sheet received from the planner in Excel yourself＊

By entering formulas to automatically display the total amount and consumption tax, the numbers will instantly reflect any changes made to the plan!

It's great to easily understand and share with your partner where and how much money is being spent!＊

What you can do with Excel 7＊Manage Gifts and Thank-You Gifts

I mentioned earlier about creating a guest list in Excel,

but if you receive many wedding gifts or cash gifts, make a note next to that guest's name＊

This will serve as a guideline when you want to splurge on souvenirs for your honeymoon or return thank-you gifts!

Use Excel Smartly and Efficiently!

I introduced things you can do using Excel during wedding preparations＊

Many brides may have a negative perception of Excel, but in our age, you can quickly find answers by searching for things you're unsure about.

Designed for everyone to use, seize this opportunity to utilize Excel wisely and efficiently as you prepare for your wedding♡