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Love knows no limits, and nothing should come between you and your sweetheart, especially not money. It can be challenging, however, to create an amazing proposal when you are working on a very tight budget, and many men are stressed by the feeling that their limited means are going to create an underwhelming proposal.

Fortunately, this does not have to be the case! Extra care and forethought can easily take the place of cash in a marriage proposal, and we’ve gathered a few tips to show you how.

A Handcrafted Proposal

If you have any artistic skills, such as drawing, music, or even cooking, it’s a great idea to work this into your proposal. Not only will something that you’ve created yourself be significantly cheaper than the same thing made or performed by a professional, but it will be much more personal.

Nature’s Bounty

For an inexpensive proposal, a free venue is a good venue. Fortunately, some of the most beautiful locations on earth are completely free to use for an even such as a proposal, provided you’re willing to do a little walking. Research parks, nature preserves and historic sites around your city to find picturesque locations for any season.  Make sure to call and find out if they have restrictions on anything you plan on bringing.

Words are Free

A few well-chosen words can create a moment more magical than anything that money can buy. If you want to show her your true feelings, then spend extra time planning what you will say for the proposal. Although we do not recommend that you memorize your proposal speech, carefully planning and practicing what you would like to say will create a calm, and confident demeanor and allow you to really express what you feel.

Even though it may seem counterintuitive, it’s a great idea to hire a professional Proposal Planner if you are working on a tight budget. Although you will pay a little money for the planner’s services, they will help you use your resources most effectively to create a stunning proposal for any budget.  Contact The Heart Bandits today!