DIY Craft Project: How to craft a twine-ball light garland {As featured on Rock n Roll Bride} Time for another DIY craft project and today I’ll be showing you exactly how you can make this twine-ball light garland yourself. It’s one of those projects that’s a little bit messy and does take quite a bit of time, but it is so much fun. Plus you have a really cool piece of decor at the end of it. Perfect for parties or around the home, you can paint it up in any colour you want to match your design scheme, and when lit, it looks so pretty, casting lots of patterned twinkly light everywhere. Mine is now taking pride of place in my office. How-to make a Twine Ball Light Garland I’ve seen twine balls used for all sorts of purposes, from chandeliers to dining table decor, so I thought I’d have a go at making a light garland using this idea. I chose to use coloured twine, alternating between pink and purple twine balls. {You will need} {Four} This is the really messy part. {Five} Leave to dry overnight. So what do you think, is this one you’ll be trying out at home? Michelle x
16 Wedding Websites to Help Every BrideInspiring Pretty | Inspiring Pretty September 19, 2011 8 comments There is so much on the internet to help you with every aspect of planning your wedding. From creating your own website for the big day to finding those scarce antique items (without having to scour eBay) to personalizing your ribbon and everything in between, you can truly plan your nuptials on your own. 1.) mywedding.com This is one site that can be your command central for coordinating the logistical details of your wedding. 2.) projectwedding.com Project Wedding is in many ways similar to My Wedding, but not completely. 3.) oncewed.com Once Wed is another site for inspiration and DIY ideas. courtesy of stylempretty.com 4.) weddingwire.com Creating your own website for your wedding takes makes things much easier for you and your guests. 5.) etsy.com You might actually be able to find every piece of decor and bridal accessory you need for your wedding on Etsy. 6.) threepotatofourshop.com 7.) save-on-crafts.com 8.) foryourparty.com 9.) impressrubberstamps.com
Easy and Unique DIY VasesInspiring Pretty Everyone loves vases, but it’s difficult to find one that is unique and not the same old run of the mill vase you’ve seen 1000 times before. As the most prominent centerpiece, you always want a vase to be special, just like the rest of your decor. Whether it is empty, holding flower, a candle pebbles or anything else, a vase can be boring or the perfect accent you’ve been looking for. And it’s only better when you can make it yourself flexing your craft skills and saving some money as well. This lovely vase is simple and its beauty is its simplicity. For this cozy yet stylish vase, pick up some clear craft glue and yearn and collect a few pop bottles, beer or wine bottles. For some true vintage charm, these are the way to go. courtesy of sjarmerende-gjenbruk.blogspot.com This is simple, whimsical and somehow elegant. For this ornate design, either buy punch paper or create your own with sturdy poster board paper, stock paper, card paper, construction paper or something else you know of.
Photo Save the Date Ideas Wow, I can’t believe it’s Friday already! Gushing and swooning over gorgeous wedding ideas sure does make the week fly by! By now everyone knows that I’m obsessed with weddings here, but did you know that I also love, love, love seeing sweet engagement photo shoot inspirations? Engagement sessions aren’t only a great opportunity to get to know your photographer before the wedding; they’re also perfect for Photo Save the Dates! Here is an ensemble of the most amazing inspirations out there for Photo Save the Dates. Shoe bottoms... super cute and easy-on-the-pocket! Chalk is the hottest trend for e-sessions... easy, fun and pretty! Banners. Wood Signs. Spell it out Plain (or not so plain) paper signs Get Crafty! Use some props that reflect your personalities and passions.
How to Make a Chandelier (Part 2 (With Friends)) | Freshly Picked I'm not going to lie to you, this chandelier is both time + labor intensive. However, we worked assembly line style + were able to finish 4 chandeliers that night. 1. Tear off your wax paper into long pieces. We used 2 - 2.5 foot pieces. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Jane's finished light. Amy's finished + installed chandelier. Next → ← Previous 25 Responses Leave a Reply
{You Are My Sunshine}: A Palette of Gray + Yellow {Shades of Gray + Yellow} Yellow & gray has been on the top of the list as one of the hottest & trendiest color palettes to use in your wedding since last year. And although some proclaim that this color palette is on its way out, I have to disagree! I mean just look at how these colors come together! Surely most of you will agree that this is just one of those color palettes that really just stands out! {Click to Enlarge} Details We Love Wedding Invitation By Wedding Paper Divas & Newlyweds in Love So how are you feeling about this yellow + gray palette?
Oh Lovely Day: {Lovely Masons} 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} {aqua mason with floating candle + and an ocean view} {mason luminaries} {mason and candle centerpiece} {collection of floating candle masons & a mason candle chandelier} If you love the mason series and ideas but can’t find enough to bring your vision to life, come back next week for some ideas and sources for mason jars!
Wedding Reception Centerpiece: DIY Wine Bottle Arrangements Posted on August 23rd, 2011. By Dessy Group. In: DIY Wedding. With: 0 Comments Wedding reception centerpieces made from wine bottles is not a new idea. Hop on over to Hostess with the Mostess to get the details on the DIY project. Images via Hostess with the Mostess
Abby & Zach's Piazza Peacock Wedding & Dallas Wedding Photographer Stacy Reeves | Vintage Modern Wedding Photography It has been killing me to hold on to this wedding but I’ve been patiently biding my time, keeping these images quiet. Now that I finally have the go ahead from Style Me Pretty (where the pics will be featured this afternoon), I can show them off! Abby & Zach’s wedding was an awesome one for many reasons. Because it was a morning ceremony, the day started EXTREMELY early (I arrived about 4:30 AM and the girls were already up and running). Zach is the Vice President of DJones Tailored Collection, a company that makes custom-tailored suits, so naturally all the men are clothed in swanky DJones suits! Abby was inspired by the proposal scene in Pride and Prejudice where Elizabeth and Mr. This is by no means the end of Abby & Zach’s photos. However, I do want to give some major kudos to Piazza in the Village. Stay tuned – Abby & Zach’s AMAZING Parisian and Venetian Day After sessions will be live sometime today!
DIY Fabric Poms | DIY Wedding Blog | Once Wed 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. Project created by Dolci Odille
DIY | Doily Lantern | Glamour and Grace The lovely Sarah is back again this month with another fabulous DIY! This one is so simple and chic, I know you all are going to love it! Happy spring, readers! I have been so excited to share this month’s DIY project with you! It is an easy, affordable centerpiece idea that was inspired by Shannon South’s gorgeous upcycled Doily Lamp. Materials: 4-5 doilies per lamp (preferably round and about 5-6 inches in diameter, depending on the size you want the orb to be. ***Before you start, make sure to wash your doilies by hand with a mild soap and lukewarm water in the sink. Step 1: Take your rubber ball or balloon and place it in a small dish to keep it steady while you work. Step 2: Once you have the doilies arranged how you want them, pour some fabric stiffener onto the palate or wax paper. Step 3: Leave a small area open so that you can insert the LED tea light. Step 4: Let the doilies dry overnight to ensure that it is COMPLETELY dry before handling. Have fun and stay crafty! Share:
{Wedding Trends} : Braided Hairstyles - Part 2 I LOVE braids! Although until recently, wearing a braided hairstyle was just for the bohemian bride, nowadays, soft, glamorous braided updos are being embraced by classic and modern brides alike! And dispite the fact that some people still consider braids to be an everyday-look, they could easily be adapted to a formal occasion. Case in point: Kate Middletown look at the BOA Olympic Concert. Can't get enough of this pretty trend? Braided Half Up Half Down - sources: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 Loose Braid Image sources: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7