Sometimes, you just have to touch it to know if you like it…

When you begin planning your wedding, couples usually start with gathering stuff. Information, samples, swatches, etc. For those that have a hard time visualizing, these items can help to form a wedding picture in your mind.

Did you know that many sites offer free samples of wedding materials and textiles? These samples are a great way to build your wedding binder and begin to make decisions about what physical characteristics are important to you.

Make sure to take advantage of the freebies below (disclaimer – some will have a small shipping charge) and let us know if you hear of another site that offers valuable samples!

Free Subscription from Columbus Weddings Magazine

Free Invitation Samples from Minted

Free Invitation Samples from Shutterfly

Free Sample Kit from The American Wedding

Three Free Fabric Swatches for Bridesmaid dresses from Birdy Gray

Fabric Swatches for Bridesmaid dresses from Kennedy Blue (use code SAVVYFREE)

Fabric Swatches for Bridesmaid dresses from two birds

Six Free Fabric Swatches from Dress & Charm

Two Free Fabric Swatches for men’s ties from Tie Mart

Five Free Fabric Swatches PLUS Free Tape Measure from For Her and For Him

Free Ring Sizer from Brilliant Earth

Free Ring Sizer from Larson Jewelers

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