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DIY Wedding Projects:
Fun, Frugal and Fantastically YOU
From DIY wedding invitations to homemade wedding favors, DIY projects have a huge presence in the budget wedding world, and even
for those brides who aren't on a budget.
They can be fun, simple (sometimes) and best of all - completely unique as they are a reflection of
you and your groom's personality - and your creativity, of course!
There is an endless supply of DIY ideas, inspirations and tutorials on the web, so you could spend literally weeks - NO, months -
looking through them - and still not get through a fraction of them. So on this page, I have brought the best of the best DIY projects
to my dear readers. I will keep updating this page quite often (newest posts at the top), because of course every time I turn around - BAM - another fantastic and
frugal DIY wedding project pops up on my 'puter screen.
How fantastic is this?!
A cluster of vintage glass bottles with just one flower in each. Done! Vintage bottles can get pricey if you don't know where to look, luckily I know, and I will share.
I've been obsessed with books as decoration for quite some time. I use stacks of books in baskets, under vases, lamps, computer screens (well that is more for function than for fun...)
in a decorative bird cage, stacked alone by themselves two feet tall, you name it. So when I started them seeing them sprout up as decoration in wedding receptions, I squealed with
joy then cursed those brides for stealing my genius design idea. (KIDDING!)
Take a look at these and TRY and tell me you don't absolutely love, love LOVE it...
no DIY tutorial needed, just your imagination.
and look at book made into a vase with its curled pages! (more squealing!)
Emlife Photo,
Brass Paper Clip,
Weddingbee,
Once Wed
Pardon the crude phone pics, but look what I threw together with some vases I had around the house, and a quick trip to Trader Joe's.
First arrangement is hydrangeas and cherry blossoms, about $14 total on the flowers. Next arrangement is snap dragons, cala lilies, and some twiggy branch things that came with the cala
lilies. About $16 worth of flowers. Not a bad price at all for halfway decent looking centerpieces!
More on DIY Wedding Flowers here
Garden wedding anyone? These charming homemade outdoor lanterns are rustically gorgeous, EASY to make, and CHEAP. Sign me up!
(Oh and for all you
non-DIY brides that happened upon this page by accident, check out these
lovely vintage glass outdoor lanterns for a steal.
for complete and EASY instructions,
check out DIY Wedding
Speaking of garden weddings and DIY
To say that Laurie Cinotto is the most incredible DIY wedding project creator might the biggest understatement in the DIY wedding world. Words don't usually do her artwork
justice and here is a prime example. Regal Rustic anyone??
for complete instructions, visit OnceWed
One of the most daunting DIY wedding tasks is generally the bride's bouquet.... because everybody sees it! Whether you are DIYing your wedding flowers or not, it stands to reason why you
would want a pro to handling your hydrangeas. However, this DIY wedding bouquet is a bit different. The video tutorial makes assembly seem easy peasy - and the end result is
incredibly stunning.
Of course, we can thank the endlessly fabulous Style Me Pretty
for this gorgeous guide.
The first thought that popped into my head when I saw this DIY wedding project was LOVE IT. Love. It. I'm not sure
what is my most favorite part about it. The fact that it's gorgeous (and who really refers to candy as being gorgeous), fabulously
versatile (it can be a chandelier or individual pieces of rock candy sparkle that can bling up just about anything), or that it's
stupid cheap. Have I mentioned I love it??
Since decorations and centerpieces can often times be one of the most expensive parts of your reception, the first fun and gorgeous DIY
wedding project I will feature will be a "gift box of roses" from
Things Festive.
Of course you can experiment and use whatever flowers you like for the project.
If you love the look of the roses but want something a little less expensive, certain kinds of carnations look a LOT like fluffy roses,
particularly when they are bunched close together like the flowers in this project.
There are only a few steps to creating this beautiful flower box, find them
here
and here.
Like soooooo many other DIY wedding projects, there are LOTS of interesting and unique ways to send your guests off with
a "thank you for coming." Homemade wedding favors tend to be a lot less expensive than ones you can buy or order, in addition to
being absolutely unique, since YOU made them. Cheap wedding favors is the name of the game, and at .10 each, yes - TEN CENTS EACH -
this DIY project just hit a home run. Take
a look at these great but simple favors
by {frolic!}.
Check out the 3 step tutorial
here at Project Wedding.
The Wedding Chicks never run out of gorgeous wedding eye candy ideas and
inspiration, and these table numbers are no exception. I love the fabric
(shabby chic = swoon), the fact that it's easy AND that it's budget friendly. Win, Win, WIN.
Thanks to the creativity of Wedding Chick Amy and
Paper & Thread Studio,
you can find the whole
tutorial here.
While we are talking about tables, let's talk about place cards. Adorable, one-of-a-kind and incredibly budget friendly at .15 each -
take a gander at these charming, chic, and oh so cheap Spring place cards
from {scissor variations}.
If these dont give you Spring fever nothing will! Holy moly I think Im in love!
You can find complete
instructions here.
I don't know what it is about wedding signage - but I love it. Especially if it's made of wood, and handmade by the bride and/or groom.
I just love personal touches!
The tutorial for these adorable signs by Mrs. Yorkie can be found
here.
Ok so I literally squealed when I saw this DIY wedding centerpiece! How fantastic is this?! I love the rustic but elegant
charm of it - and hydrangeas are one of my most favorite flowers ever - so of course I am in love with it. It's gorgeous, and super duper
budget friendly!
Check out how Mrs. Vino created this wine box centerpiece
here.
One of my most favoritest of favorite wedding "trends" is the new found use for the age-old Mason jar. Love, love LOVE it. Seriously.
They are inexpensive, and easy to find (think ebay, estate sales, craigslist, antique stores, etc.) If you have your heart
set on the blue/aqua ones and can't find any at a reasonable price (they can be
hard to find, and a bit more expensive. Supply and demand, girls - they are really popular). Check out this
incredible tutorial from Bridal Buzz
to save you money
and heartache - if your heart is set on blue!
And then feast your eyes on the simple and stunning uses for this chic and charming wedding accessory sent from heaven.
As far as DIY wedding projects - budget friendly DIY wedding projects - go, I think this one might take the cake. No tutorial
needed.
chelle paperie,
love life images
casa sugar,
the knot
DROOL! If you want to hang
your budget
blooms, check
out this
tutorial. And if you
want to make
them into lanterns, check out this
tutorial.
If you are looking for additional decorations to go with your mason jars, check out these ruffled, burlap table runners. Not only are they
rustic-ly regal, but at around $4 per runner, they are a *must do* for any DIY wedding on a budget.
Find the burlap table runner
tutorial here at Cotton Bud's blog.
More burlap table runner eye candy by EAB designs
here.
I am in LOVE.
This next scrumptious piece of DIY wedding goodness doesn't really need words, the picture speaks for itself. Perfect for a stunning hair
or sash accessory. Yum.
Get complete instructions here at Project Wedding.
Keep checking this page often, as I will add fabulous DIY wedding projects as I find them!
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DIY Wedding Invitations
DIY Wedding Flowers
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