Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Colourful Whimsical Bouquet

via Craftzine

Tutorial - Here is a step-by-step tutorial for the most amazing, luscious bridal bouquet.
Making a bouquet for the bride to carry is a very rewarding task.

Monday, May 30, 2011

Sweet Tiny Sugar Flowers

  via Craftzine

 

Julie Sloane's "Sugar Sweet Flowers." She teaches you how to turn any cake, whether it be a birthday cake or wedding cake, into a feast for the eyes. Check out her tutorial.

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Cupcake Liner Vintage Pomander

by Karas Party Ideas
 
Here's a tutorial on how to make them.
These are so darling and so easy to make. You could use them for so many parties.
Here we go....

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Confetti Save-The-Date

by Oh Happy Day

Tutorial - These little tubes shoot a little burst of confetti when you twist them. The problem is they are usually ugly and the confetti inside them is usually poor quality (like five little sad strands.) So what we did here is strip the label, disassemble the spring mechanism. Then put it back together with our own confetti plus an invitation inside. Then the recipient twists the canister for an exciting little moment to get their invitations. Fun right?

We were going to do these as save-the-dates but they would work great as party invitations for any event.
 

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Mini Heart No-Bake Cakes

by Womans Day               
                                    
                               
Photo: Charles Schiller
       Such an easy Recipe and How-To make this adorable little cakes. Your guests will be amazed.

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Origami Fortune Teller

via One Stylish Bride
                            
Get nostalgic with these origami paper fortune-teller wedding invitations.
We can all remember making these interactive art toys as children or at least playing with them, and we’re convinced they’d make super fun wedding invitations, Wedding Save The Date, wedding favors, wedding programs, and wedding menus.

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Plate & Glass High Tea Stand

by Punky & Me

Tutorial -  thought I would make some sweet, pretty cupcakes to adorn it & show it’s cute functionality.

Saturday, May 21, 2011

Jam Jar Lantern Tutorial

via Craftzine

Step by Step Tutorial - Parties, weddings, barbecues, and quality outdoor time all call for some sweet outdoor lighting when the sun goes down. It's a perfect time to flashback to the Jam Jar Lanterns tutorial from the pages of CRAFT Volume 10, written by our own wildly talented Brookelynn Morris.
She came up with this charming design, and the rig that makes making a number of them a breeze. The lanterns look so lovely strung up on a chain and cast a warm, soft hue. Check out the tutorial here.
Set your party mood with sublime lighting.
Lighting makes an event, and candles transform the mundane into the extraordinary. These glass jar lanterns are beautiful hanging from a tree, or from chain across a deck. Pick any jar you like, then bend a snug-fitting cage of wire on a easy custom-made jig. The technique makes it easy to mass-produce a large number of lanterns in a short time.


Friday, May 20, 2011

Tiny Delicate Tissue Flowers to make

by Zakka Life

This is what I've been up to lately, making these delicate tissue flowers. The flowers will be glued onto contorted willow branches as part of a table centerpiece (providing all goes well). I'm really happy with the results, light, delicate & airy. Perfect for summer decorations.

Monday, May 16, 2011

Wedding Dress Pattern to Knit & Crochet

by Caron International

 
Have a look at this pattern. Simple elegant design and stylish. Have alook at the pattern and see what you think.

Sunday, May 15, 2011

3 Spring Flower Centerpieces


by Epicurious.com


Centerpiece One - Spring Bounty: Vibrant pink blossoms are complemented by fresh green artichokes and asparagus



Saturday, May 14, 2011

Candy Love Gift Tags

by Heather Bullard

 
       
Click Here for printable
There are 8 Sweet Sentiments per page. Just print, cut and tie to candy bags or gifts!  
If you would like your own set...click here: Download Free Love Gift Tags.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Bling Marshmallow Recipe & Tutorial


 
These are soooo EASY and BEAUTIFUL to make. Follow the Step-by-Step Instructions.

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

DIY Flower Girl Basket Step by Step

by Frugal Bride

Easy to make and can be colour co-ordinated to your wedding colours.
This tutorial uses artificial flowers but you can try to make it using freash flowers.

Sunday, May 8, 2011

4 Signature Cocktails to Create


via A Sweet Soiree


Things to Think About When Designing Your Signature Cocktail
  • Color
  • Taste
  • Scent
  • Presentation
  • Name

Earlier this week I asked Martha Stewart Weddings via Twitter what this summer's hottest summer time cocktails were. Here are what they are loving this summer:

Saturday, May 7, 2011

Cocktail Umbrellas to Make

by Pretty Good Things


 
Would this look fabulous in the colours to match your wedding. Here is the instructions.

Thursday, May 5, 2011

Teacup Candle Tutorial

by The Wedding Chicks

Hilton Pittman Photography has sent us yet another wonderful wedding DIY that you are going to go bananas over.

These adorable teacup candles create soft and feminine décor for a bridal tea party or shower.  They also make lovely gifts as well, just nestle them in small boxes and wrap in a ribbon for the perfect guest favor!

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Orchid Boutonniere To Make

By Nina Callaway at About.com Guide
 
Making your own boutonniere is an easy DIY wedding task that can save you money without a lot of time or difficulty. Houston wedding planner and floral designer Dennis Kutach will take you step-by-step through an easy way to make your own boutonniere.

Although there are several steps, each of them is very quick and easy. A beginner can make this boutonniere in less than 5 minutes. You'll need to buy some floral supplies, but especially if you are making bouquets that will also need those supplies, you can easily cut your floral bill in half.

If you have a refrigerator with no fresh produce in it (the produce gives off an enzyme that wilts flowers), you can assemble the boutonniere up to two days before the wedding. Otherwise, make it the day before the wedding, and store it in a cool place.

Monday, May 2, 2011

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Escort Card Box How-To

Escort Card Box
by The Brides Cafe
 (image courtesy of Elizabeth Messina)