How to Run a Wedding Business from Home
A wedding supplier works from home at a white desk surrounded by large windows and greenery. She’s focused on her laptop, wearing glasses and a sleeveless top, with a calculator and notebook beside her. Natural light and minimalist décor highlight the calm, productive environment — an ideal setup for running a modern wedding business from home.
Written by Melissa Woods
Running a wedding business from home sounds like the dream, right? Comfy clothes, working with your dog on your lap, or whilst your baby is napping, blasting out the tunes on your favourite playlist (maybe not whilst the baby is napping). But it also takes discipline, structure, and a solid strategy… things that I personally have not always had in place.
I started my wedding business from home, not long after I became a mum. I was searching for that elusive work-life balance - one that let me be present with my kids while also doing something creative and fulfilling. 10 years on, and I’m still figuring it out most days. So if you're navigating the juggle too, I see you. And I’ve got some tips that might help.
Whether you’re a photographer, florist, planner, or creative maker, here are some real-world tips to help you run your wedding business from home and not fall into the same traps as me!
1. Create a Space That Sparks Joy
You don’t need a Pinterest-worthy home office, but having a dedicated workspace helps your brain switch into business mode. It could be a spare room, a tidy corner, or a standing desk in your kitchen.
Keep it clutter-free. Add a few details that make you feel like the CEO you are. Plants, prints, or even a designated work mug for your brews - whatever gets you in the zone. These small details go a long way.
2. Set Clear Working Hours (and Stick to Them)
Boundaries are everything. Especially when you work from the same place you sleep, scroll, and snack. And if you’ve got kids? Multiply that by ten.
I learned (the hard way) that if you don’t protect your working hours, the day disappears into school runs, snacks, and “Mum, can you just…” requests. These days, I try not to work after the kids get home from school. I lost way too many evenings over the years, often working late into the night. It’s not healthy, and over time, you become less productive because you start to resent it.
Everyone’s boundaries/working hours will be different. Put your life first, and factor in ‘work time’ around it. These days, I’d much rather wake up early (5 am is normal for me, but it won’t suit everyone). I choose to do this to get ahead of the day/my kids, and keep my evenings free for making tea, overseeing homework, bathtime, etc
And give yourself a proper lunch break that doesn’t involve editing while eating toast over your keyboard. This is still something I am not great at!
3. Batch Your Content Like a Boss
Blogging, Insta captions, Pinterest pins - don’t do them one at a time. Batching content means doing similar tasks in one go, so your brain stays in flow mode. I spent the first few years of my business doing everything on the fly. It’s the quickest way to burn out. And sometimes, you’re just not in the mood to create.
Try setting aside one day a month for content creation. You’ll get way more done and feel less overwhelmed during busy weeks. Ride the wave. You’ll know that feeling of having the urge to create a load of stuff - strike when that iron is hot otherwise everything will feel like a drag.
4. Keep Connecting With the Wedding World
Working from home can feel isolating, but it doesn’t have to be. Schedule coffee dates with other suppliers. Join industry Facebook groups (avoid/leave toxic ones). Attend in-person or virtual events like our wedding shows or supplier meetups.
Your creativity and confidence thrive when you’re plugged into a community. You might be working solo, but you’re not in this alone. The majority of wedding professionals work solo too. There will be people out there who relate to how you are feeling.
5. Know When to Outsource
You don’t have to know it all or even do it all. If designing your price guide takes 5 hours and 3 breakdowns, hire a designer. If writing blogs makes you sweat, hire a copywriter. If trying to get your head around all the techy stuff is driving you mad, hire a tech VA.
Outsourcing the stuff that drains you means you have more time and energy to focus on the things that light you up - like serving your couples, building your brand, or hanging with your kids without guilt. And I get it, you need funds to be able to do that. Factor it into your own pricing structure and use freelancers who specialise in what you need. I have a pool of people that I know I can call on for different tasks and it makes my life SO much easier. It means I don’t expel my energy on the tasks that I loathe or struggle with, and I get to focus on the parts that I love and that generate revenue.
I’ve always said that working from home is a gift and a curse. But a lot of that is down to how I approach it and manage my own time. Whether you’re scaling or just getting started, treat your business like a business, even if you’re wearing slippers and surrounded by Lego.
And if you’re looking to connect with more aligned couples while working from your living room, listing on the Book of Love is a pretty good place to start, or connecting IRL at one of our events.