One Man’s Trash… ”¦is a savvy bride’s gold!
Like many brides before me, I have learned that weddings are expensive and that it is often frivolous and wasteful to spend so much money on decor that will eventually be boxed up and stuffed in a basement, or even worse, in the trash. So what better way to be eco-friendly and save money than to repurpose everyday items? For example, Mrs. Poodle showed off these very neat finds (found here and here): While, Ms. And, Sand-Dollar created these can-luminaries: Well, here in the Locket household we are all about re-purposing and I am happy to say that Mr. First up was to cut our collection of wine bottles for our centerpieces. Months ago Mr. We started off by soaking the bottles in hot-soapy water per Mrs.
Mason Jar Love: 10 creative ways to use mason jars. Mason Jar Love- Mason jars have a very classic appeal, combine that with the fact that they are so versatile and it is no wonder they are loved everywhere.
But these DIY mason jars have come a long way from just holding jam. Here are 10 ways to make the most out of your mason jars. 10 Cute & Clever Centerpieces - Swoon. Looking for wedding centerpiece ideas that’s a bit outside the box?
I’m a big fan of weird and quirky and I’ve been collecting unique centerpiece ideas just for you! 1. Carnations in test tubes, held by rolls of colorful yarn is pure genius, not to mention DIY friendly too {by Rachel Ray}. 2. Who knew industrial could be so girly? 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Beautiful Wine Glass Lampshade Project - Dreams Weddings on a Budget « Dream Weddings on a Budget. DIY: Kissing clothespin cake topper. I’ve been thinking of fun, alternative caketoppers and when I saw this, I thought it’d be the perfect thing to turn bridal.
They’re so quick and easy to make that you could even make a bunch of them and clip them to brown paper bags as favors for your guests. I found an oversized clothespin at the dollar store, which adds a little more drama to the cake than everyday laundry clothespins. You will need clothespins, acrylic paints, paintbrushes, pencil, (optional lace/tulle for veil) Step 1: Pencil in your tuxedo with bow tie and wedding dress. Keep it simple. DIY Wedding Blog. We recently created this fabric pom pom as a tree topper for an inspiration shoot over at Design*Sponge, but it’s a great DIY project for a wedding as well.
They have so many creative uses… hung above tables, chair aisle decor, or an alternative to the expensive flower poms that flower girls use to walk down the aisle. -Ashley of Dolci Odille Supplies: Fabric, scissors, hot glue gun, and chinese lanterns. Step 1: Cut circles out of fabric. Step 2: Fold the circle in half and put a little hot glue on the center, then fold over to secure. Step 3: Apply more hot glue to the bottom of the folded circle. Step 4: Press the bottom of the folded circle with the hot glue onto the chinese lantern.
Step 5: Repeat these steps until the whole lantern is covered. Glitter Glam DIY Centerpieces by La Lune Events. We’ve got another fabulous project for you from our local DIY experts, Alisa and Jessica, of La Lune Events!
This project would be perfect for a holiday wedding, or any wedding where serious glamor is on the menu! This project is easy, quick and terribly festive for the holiday season. As always is the case with glitter, be prepared to find it everywhere…even weeks after making them. Oh Lovely Day™: {It's in the Details} Mason Jar Lanterns. Ok, mason lovers!
Back by popular demand is my Lovely Masons Series. We’ve covered mason jars as floral containers and 10 DIY mason jar wedding ideas. Up today, mason jar luminaries and lanterns. {hanging masons with candles} DIY Glitter Vases. Inspired by many reader requests for a DIY tutorial to recreate the glittery mason jar vases from this New Year’s Eve party, today we’re playing with glitter.
A whole lot of glitter! I whipped up two different versions of these glitter vasses, both of which are quick and easy. They’re perfect for parties, weddings or just to add a touch of sparkle to your dining room table. DIY Twine-Wrapped Mason Jars. I feel like I’m a little late in joining the rustic chic party but hey better late than never right?
In celebration of my latest project in the works which I shared a bit with you here, I thought I’d give these twine-wrapped mason jars a try. After all I certainly love wrapping and gluing anything I can around vases. This project was so easy peasy that you too can create your own with whatever kind of jar, twine and ribbon you want to use. The supplies are few as all you need is some glue (either crazy glue or you can use a glue gun), ribbon, mason jars, flowers and of course, lots and lots of the good stuff. Also known as twine. The jars I found were from Hobby Lobby as was the twine. Then you can make the twine sort of wrap around in a diagonal pattern over the first layer of twine. Terrarium Place Holder. DIY Glow Jars Tutorial. Posted on October 19, 2011 by Christina.
