Echo-Chic Wedding Invitations!!

I just discovered http://www.foreverfiances.com/Default.asp and cannot begin to tell you how obsessed I am! Foreverfiances was founded on love, passion, and being thoughtful and kind to the earth. They use 100% recycled and PLANTABLE paper as well as an all-in-one option! The plantable paper is embedded with wildflower seeds and you literally plant them and flowers will blossom, reminding guests of your special day! How cool is that? They also have herb and spice embedded invites! They offer TONS of amazing designs to choose from and they even have a DIY option!! I have been absorbed in their website for the past few hours and simply cannot get enough! Definitely check them out for some precious, fun, funky, and gorgeous save the dates and invites! Such a chic way to personalize your special day & give back to mother nature :)

Real Wedding DIY Touches :)

Do It Yourself touches are not only huge money-savers, but also an awesome way to personalize and set apart your special day! One of my besties, Jennifer, got married last July and she had some of the most beautiful DIY touches at her wedding!! She chose bright, summery pink and orange for her colors. The gorgeous broach on her bouquet belonged to her Great Aunt Rosa who shared Jennifer's love for jewlery. I LOVE the cake toppers! They were actually handmade by Mrs. Lottie, her Grandmother, about 55 years ago! Using family heirlooms is so wonderful and really adds that special touch. LOVE IT! The ring pillow was also handmade by Jennifer's Mother-in-Law. It was a cute way to incorporate the pretty pinks and oranges, as well as little strips of the fabric used to make the groom's pocket square. So presh. All of the food for the reception was prepared by family members (a great money saver!). They spiced up the fruit and veggies by using cookie cutters to create fun shapes and presentation. Jennifer and AJ's 1 year is this week :)

Placecards Galore!

Looking for some fresh takes on the worn-out traditional placecards? Get creative! Think of your theme and cool ways to tie-in your placecards. Whether your wedding has a "green" organic feel, a funky shabby-chic theme, or you just want simple classic touches, the possibilites are endless!  Here's a link to the "How To" for these cute coffe ring placecards: http://www.thesweetestoccasion.com/2010/06/home-decor-inspired-wedding-inspiration-diy/ I think these shrimp are so cute and funny! You can probably find cut outs at your local craft stores. If you're not into shrimp, try fruit slices or flower cut outs! Another cute idea is to use wine corks as placecard holders!

PRECIOUS, Easy DIY Mason Jar Lanterns!!

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I am obsessed with these mason jar lanterns! Such a great way to add light to an indoor or outdoor wedding/reception in a chic, affordable way. There are several ways to personalize these too! For the basic mason jar lantern you need:

Mason Jars
Wire
Pliers
Small Candles
Some Type of Filler

You might have the mason jars in your cabinent, or you can usually find them in bulk at yard sales or second hand stores. For a filler you can use anything from colored sugar crystals to sand or dirt. Personalize it to your wedding theme or venue.

HOW TO WITH PICTURES: http://www.intimateweddings.com/blog/mason-jar-lanterns-diy-wedding-decor/


You can also replace the filler and candles with flowers for cute hanging bouquets! Or nix the wire altogehter and use them as center pieces! Mason jars are so versitle you can dress them up with ribbon and dollies, wrap a piece of fabric or burlap around them, or keep them plain and simple.

Beautiful, Affordable DIY Pomanders!!

Love the look of flower pomanders but can't fit them into your budget? Here's a fun DIY project that will have your guests in awe. All you need is tissue paper, floral wire, styrofoam balls, and ribbon. Pomanders are a great way to dress up any wedding whether it's in a church or outdoors, and it's super affordable! Here's a quick tutorial for easy steps to a glamorous wedding http://eventjubilee.com/blog/diy-tissue-paper-pomanders/ Enjoy :)

The Dos & Don'ts of Wedding DIY Projects

If you're looking to save money or add personal touches to make your big day unique, do-it-yourself projects can really come in handy. However, some projects can be a lot tougher than others and have the potential to add a great deal of stress. To avoid wedding panic, here are a few Dos and Don'ts of DIY Wedding: http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/diy-do-it-yourself-weddings/articles/diy-wedding-dos-and-donts.aspx?MsdVisit=1

Shabby-chic Engagement Session by AnnaK. Photography

These are some of the amazing photos that inspired me to blog! John and Lindsey are the most precious couple whose love for each other is so genuine. They both are very musically-talented and family-oriented. I love how they added special touches to their engagement session to make it unique. The hat John is wearing was Lindsey's great-grandfather's and the oragami hearts are handmade from pages of an old book. It's so simple to personalize your engagement pictures and it adds so much value and significance that will help keep your memories of that day forever. Be sure to check out http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/AnnaK-Photography/173108625638 She truly is amazing!

Bloggin'

Eeek! So excited for my first blog! I'm a hopeless romantic who's in love with weddings. I decided yesterday to test the waters in the wedding blog world. My roommate is an amazing entrepreneur who started her own photography business and is shifting her focus to weddings. After hours of conversation about wedding planning/decor and gushing over the photos of her latest engagement session, it made perfect sense to create a blog to contribute to wedding obsessions and share my craftiness and creative style with fashion-savvy bride-to-bes. I hope my blog helps you find inspiration and direction to make your wedding uniquely yours. Stay tuned for cute DIY projects, pocket-friendly tips, and ideas on everything wedding.