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D.I.Y Sand Dollar Magnets [Wedding Favors]

                               

One of my most favorite people in the WHOLE WORLD had expressed to me (a few weeks ago), how important it is to her that her guests use utilize her wedding favors: “I don’t want my favors to be collecting dust…” Well I honestly couldn’t agree more.

Her solution was a magnet that represented not only the wedding’s theme but her personality. If you were good friends with ”one of my most favorite people”, you would know that she LOVES magnets! Thus began the search of the personalized sand dollar magnet!

I did some digging and found out that her solution could become a DIY project, making her favors much more special. From what I can tell it is simple, all you need is:

  • Sand Dollars
  • Super Glue
  • Organza Bags
  • Favor Tags

All these materials can be found at your average arts and crafts store like Michael’s. OH, and they make GREAT escort cards too!

                       

For more details on how to get this done, check out the blog post  here, Enjoy!!

DIY Project: Custom Seed Packs

DIY Project: Custom Seed Packs

In today’s economy (I’m so tired of saying that!), we ALL need to find ways that will allow us to save money while still being able to throw an unforgettable event (wedding). Although I am not talented when it comes to hand crafts this one seems easy enough to attempt. Not only is it easy but, custom seed packets are unique, classy and will be that wedding favor that does NOT collect dust. It is the gift that keeps on giving and growing.

Whimsical Rating: 10/10! To plant a seed that will grow, symbolizing the journey of your love (and marriage), is soooo… cute! If you choose to do this, it’ll not only save YOU money but will have your guests going…”Awwww, thank you!” 

Here is the link to the tutorial. ENJOY!

DIY: Giant Paper Roses

In today’s budget busting economy, DIY tips are always needed. I fell in love with the Giant Paper Rose featured on the Green Wedding Shoes’ site and simply wanted to share the ‘How To’ and the fabulous result! The photos: absolutely breathtaking & the flowers: sustainable. ENJOY!

Giant Paper Roses

DIY: Make Up Tutorial from IMAN’s Spring 2012 Collection: Sweet Temptations… Look: CLAY

Get that natural, sun-kissed glow for your *SPECIAL* day!!

D.I.Y CONTAINER CANDLES…PERFECT FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY! During a time when everyone is on a strict budget, weddings have become the “event” to showcase one’s creative and artistic skills. Brides, grooms and their families come together to create (not buy) the decor and ambiance needed to make their day special and unique. I must admit, I am an avid fan of the D.I.Y trend, my latest favorite being making “Homemade Candles.” Candles have gotten sooo expensive these days, so I can just imagine the cost of hundreds of candles, that will last just one day. If your dream wedding is an intimate and romantic one, creating the candles yourself will not only add a very personal touch, but will also help cut costs on that already tight wedding budget. Here’s the video and instructions I use when making my own homemade candles. It’s easy and admittedly fun. I’m not skilled in candle decorating yet, but they burn just as bright and can smell just as good as the fancy, store bought ones. ENJOY!!

D.I.Y CONTAINER CANDLES…PERFECT FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY!

During a time when everyone is on a strict budget, weddings have become the “event” to showcase one’s creative and artistic skills. Brides, grooms and their families come together to create (not buy) the decor and ambiance needed to make their day special and unique. I must admit, I am an avid fan of the D.I.Y trend, my latest favorite being making “Homemade Candles.” Candles have gotten sooo expensive these days, so I can just imagine the cost of hundreds of candles, that will last just one day. If your dream wedding is an intimate and romantic one, creating the candles yourself will not only add a very personal touch, but will also help cut costs on that already tight wedding budget.

Here’s the video and instructions I use when making my own homemade candles. It’s easy and admittedly fun. I’m not skilled in candle decorating yet, but they burn just as bright and can smell just as good as the fancy, store bought ones.

ENJOY!!