LOVENOTES FEES:
(e.g., unity candle, sand blessing, wine ceremony).
It’s your wedding. We want it to reflect your wishes without breaking your wallet!
Retainer Fee to LoveNotes. Balance payment to assigned Knot Tyer.
Click links below for pricing and payment information.
To book Rev. Marty Younkin, Executive Director of LoveNotes—DFW Clergy Services and The Knot Tyers, see fees below:
REV. MARTY YOUNKIN’S WEDDING FEES
DISTRIBUTION OF FEES
| $400 Wedding Ceremony | $500 Rehearsal and Ceremony |
| $100 Deposit to LoveNotes | $125 Deposit to LoveNotes |
| $300 Balance to Officiant | $375 Balance to Officiant |
THE KNOT TYERS ELOPEMENT/PRIVATE WEDDING FEES*
DISTRIBUTION OF FEES
| $300 Elopement Ceremony | $375 Rehearsal and Ceremony |
| $100 Deposit to LoveNotes | $125 Deposit to LoveNotes |
| $200 Balance to Officiant | $250 Balance to Officiant |
* An ELOPEMENT or PRIVATE WEDDING consists of ceremonies with couple only or up to 12 guests.
* Trip Fee applies for Rehearsals and Ceremonies outside Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall, and Tarrant Counties. Depending on distance, trip fees may range from $50-$150 or more.
To book a Knot Tyer, see fees below:
THE KNOT TYERS WEDDING FEES
DISTRIBUTION OF FEES
| $350 Wedding Ceremony | $475 Rehearsal and Ceremony |
| $125 Deposit to LoveNotes | $150 Deposit to LoveNotes |
| $225 Balance to Officiant | $325 Balance to Officiant |
THE KNOT TYERS ELOPEMENT/PRIVATE WEDDING FEES*
DISTRIBUTION OF FEES
| $300 Elopement Ceremony | $375 Rehearsal and Ceremony |
| $100 Deposit to LoveNotes | $125 Deposit to LoveNotes |
| $200 Balance to Officiant | $250 Balance to Officiant |
* An ELOPEMENT or PRIVATE WEDDING consists of ceremonies with couple only or up to 12 guests.
* Trip Fee applies for Rehearsals and Ceremonies outside Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall, and Tarrant Counties. Depending on distance, trip fees may range from $50-$150 or more.
THE KNOT TYERS HOLIDAY FEES
A fee of $50 will be added for weddings and rehearsals that fall on the following holidays and holiday weekends:
| New Year’s Eve | Memorial Day |
| New Year’s Day | 4th of July |
| Valentine’s Day | Labor Day |
| Easter | Thanksgiving |
| Mother’s Day | Christmas Eve |
| Father’s Day | Christmas Day |
Holiday Weddings—Additional $50
Holiday Rehearsals—Additional $50
Example: If Rehearsal and Wedding are on Thanksgiving weekend, an additional $50 fee for the Rehearsal and an additional $50 fee for the Wedding will be added.
The total fee for your Holiday Wedding and Rehearsal would be as follows:
$475 Non-Holiday Wedding and Rehearsal
$50 additional fee for Holiday Rehearsal
$50 additional fee for Holiday Wedding
$575 Holiday Wedding and Rehearsal
Discounts for wedding services only are given to all active military personnel and first responders as our way of saying thank you for serving our country.
THE KNOT TYERS MILITARY/FIRST RESPONDER DISCOUNT FEES
DISTRIBUTION OF FEES
| $275 Wedding Ceremony | $350 Rehearsal and Ceremony |
| $75 Deposit to LoveNotes | $100 Deposit to LoveNotes |
| $200 Balance to Officiant | $250 Balance to Officiant |
THE MILITARY/FIRST RESPONDER DISCOUNT SAVES YOU
OTHER SERVICES FEES
| Vow Renewal Ceremony | $300 |
| Vow Renewal Rehearsal and Ceremony | $400 |
| Elopement/Private Wedding Ceremony | $300 |
| Elopement/Private Wedding Rehearsal and Ceremony | $375 |
| Quinceañera | $325 |
| Funeral/Memorial/Graveside Service | $150-$250 |
| Baptism | $250 |
| Children’s Ceremony (Christening, Baby Dedication, Naming) | $250 |
| Counseling/Marriage Coaching | Varies |
*Trip Fee applies for Rehearsals and Ceremonies outside Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall, and Tarrant Counties. Depending on distance, trip fees may range from $50-$150 or more.
LOVENOTES~THE KNOT TYERS WEDDING PACKAGE
Minister/Officiant to conduct a wedding ceremony at your location
- Officiant arrives early to provide direction and to coordinate pre-ceremony details
- Officiant performs ceremony according to your wishes and your worksheets
- Backup Officiant provided in case of emergency
Officiant to attend/direct the rehearsal
(Rehearsal is optional for an additional fee)
- Officiant can attend and direct your entire rehearsal or…
- Officiant can direct only his/her part if there is a professional wedding coordinator present
Consultation
A Wedding Ceremony to Remember~Perfect Words for the Perfect Wedding
by Rev. Marty Younkin
- Our gift to you! #1 best-seller online wedding ceremony planner to help you create your own unique personalized ceremony from entrance to exit. Choice of ceremonies, vows, readings, blessings, traditions, and special touches. Diagrams and worksheets also organize your rehearsal and ceremony
Paperwork Completion
- Officiant assembles your custom-tailored ceremony from worksheets
- Officiant makes diagrams of rehearsal formations from worksheets to conduct your rehearsal
- Officiant fills out, signs, and files the Marriage License
Communication
- Unlimited phone calls, emails, texts—any necessary communication pertaining to the wedding with all involved
Preparation/Practice Time
- Officiant prepares for and practices your ceremony to make it eloquent and personal
- Officiant familiarizes himself with all the ceremony and rehearsal details in order to conduct your wedding your way
Travel Time/Expenses
- To and from consultations, rehearsals, and wedding ceremonies within these counties: Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall, and Tarrant
- Trip fees may be assessed outside these counties
Average Wedding Costs
what’s Optional vs. what’s Required
The Fine Print
LoveNotes fees are all-inclusive. No additional fees for:
- traditions, rituals, and customs (e.g., unity candle, sand blending, rose presentation, family medallion, blessing stones, or any other symbolic ceremony.) Unlimited ceremony options!
- personalizing your ceremony—it’s your love story!
- travel/mileage to weddings, rehearsals or consultations within the DFW metroplex, which includes Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall and Tarrant counties. (Trip fees apply only outside these DFW metro areas.)
- emails, phone calls, texts, consultations—Unlimited for your convenience.
