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Ring toss glass clinking wedding game as seen on @offbeatbride #wedding #glassclinking

A Bozo Buckets or ring toss wedding game: your new glass-clinking alternative idea

In case you’ve never heard of it (it’s totally regional), the tradition of guests tapping their glassware and making the couple kiss is A Thing. And when you’re trying to eat your high-priced dinner, kissing every two seconds can get tiresome. So we rounded up some ways to save the glassware and make it a challenge to make you to kiss at the reception. Andrea’s idea was to use the concept of Bozo Buckets/ring toss. Toss ping pong balls into numbered buckets and set up the rules for each.

lego alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

LEGO minifig place cards? Everything is awesome.

Kristen and Bryan‘s New Year’s Eve wedding had a whole lotta fun, geeky details, but we are loving the LEGO minifig place cards. They’re easy to make, easy to grab and take, and totally a fun way to seat your guests, nerd-style.

free hugs just kidding dont touch me tshirt on offbeat bride advice for no receiving line at wedding alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Wedding receiving line alternatives: No, you don’t have to hug everyone [UPDATED FOR 2022!]

We touched on the receiving line alternative issue way back in 2010 and the issue will always be relevant. Finding a way to greet guests without contact is a great idea for everyone. Let’s talk about a few alternatives to the receiving line that will minimize contact and maximize sweet moments of connecting with your guests and expressing gratitude.

Reception coffee bar ideas from @offbeatbride #wedding #coffee #reception

5 ways to rock a super delish reception coffee bar

What do we want? Coffee! When do we want it? At our wedding reception! Wedding reception coffee bars are easier than you might think. You can certainly ask your caterer to whip you up a fancy coffee bar for beaucoup bucks, but DIYing it can be just as easy, especially if you use a few shortcuts. With the right coffee maker setup, the most delish of flavorings and goodies, and even coffee mug favors, your coffee bar can easily outshine the rest of the food. Let’s get our bean faces on and DIY the crap out of a rad reception coffee bar.