Laura Ursin, founder of Brides On A Budget , says to aim for a guest list of 20. That might be impossible if you have a large family, but it makes you realize just how "intimate" the wedding will be. If there are folks that you'd love to include in your celebration, but can't without overspending, invite them to come to the reception later in the evening; this way, they can be part of your day, but you don't have to cover the cost of their meals. 1. Keep It Intimate: Laura Ursin, founder of Brides On A Budget , says to aim for a guest list of 20. That might be impossible if you have a large family, but it makes you realize just how "intimate" the wedding will be. If there are folks that you'd love to include in your celebration, but can't without overspending, invite them to come to the reception later in the evening; this way, they can be part of your day, but you don't have to cover the cost of their meals. 2. Have A Garden Or Backyard Wedding: Private venues can cost anywhere from $5,000 to $20,000 -- and that doesn't include catering! Ask a a friend or relative if you can have the wedding in their backyard or garden. Rent a tent (in case it rains) and decorate the space with twinkle lights, paper lanterns, votive candles and other inexpensive decor. 3. Fire Up The Grill: Stick with the backyard theme and