What To Do Before "I do": 3 Months Out

3 min read September 13, 2026 Team Fun365
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Your wedding is quickly approaching! In fact, it’s just three months away. This month of wedding planning is all about special additions for the big day, and, of course, the bride! 

First, we can help you plan a flawless bridal shower fit for a flawless bride. It’s also time to consider what gifts you will make or buy for your wedding party. We also have tips for taking your reception décor to the next level with unique guestbook and stationery ideas.

Keep crafting and planning, but get excited! You’ll be a “Mrs.” in three short months!

We’ve curated this month-by-month wedding planning guide to ensure a smooth process from the day of your proposal to the day you say, “I do!” Check out all of our tips, tricks and unexpected ideas to keep you inspired and organized through 12 months of wedding planning.

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Be Our Guest: Wedding Guest Book Ideas

Guest books no longer have to be actual books. Here's your chance to get creative! We have several ideas that will keep your guests saying, "What a cute idea!" as they sign in on either your monogram letters, puzzle pieces, or artwork!

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Gift Ideas for Your Wedding Party

The bride and groom aren't the only ones receiving gifts. Check out our guide to gift-giving to those who helped you during the months leading up to your wedding day!

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Wedding Stationery: Beyond the Invitation

Your invitations are done - great! But there’s actually a lot more to wedding stationery than you might think. We've broken down all of your wedding stationery needs, from the escort cards to the programs.

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Bridal Shower Basics

Your family or bridesmaids may be throwing your shower, but odds are they will want your input! Share these fun bridal shower ideas and helpful tips to help make the day of the shower a breeze. 

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DIY Shadow Box Guest Book

This DIY guest book idea doubles as a pretty decoration for your home after the wedding. As they arrive, guests sign adorable wooden hearts and drop them into a shadow box. Since you're making it yourself, you can totally customize this shadow box idea to fit your theme.

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Groomsmen and Bridesmaids DIY Gift Ideas

Picking out gifts for your wedding party can be tricky, especially for those people who seem to already have everything! We have ideas for thoughtful and customized gifts that your wedding party will keep and use long after the wedding.

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DIY Wildflower Place Card and Favor

With three months until the wedding, now is the perfect time to think about pretty additions to your reception tables. These DIY place cards add an extra pop of color to your tabescape thanks to gorgeous wildflowers, and your guests will love taking them home at the end of the night. 

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2 Fun "Put A Ring On It" Bridal Shower Games

Bridal shower games are a great way to get your guests chatting and laughing, especially if they don’t know each other. These two game ideas are quick and easy to put together for your celebration thanks to simple materials and free printable game cards!

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