"DIY Wedding Decor"

First and foremost, a word of thanks. To all of the men and women who work so hard for our country and who deserve far more than a single day of celebration. When we imagine how we can best celebrate today, it's simple. With friends and family and the people we love most. So before we dive into today's beautiful weddings, we have one more bit of inspiration from yesterday's full day of gorgeousness. Celebrating a table set for Thanksgiving and the one day we use to take a pause from life's chaos.

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We all love the look of pretty, fancy chargers. But, who's ready to spend an entire paycheck on tableware? Our girl Jess has crafted a brilliant solution that both your tablescape and wallet will love! And if you haven't already seen her incredible inspiration, her DIY Magnolia Napkins and her DIY Conversation Starters, they are all...

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Now that you've seen our inspiration for a simple Thanksgiving party, we're going to break down three beautiful (and super easy!)  projects to make your day that much more lovely. Oh and if you're panicking about how all of this gorgeousness really shakes itself out, we'll be debuting a complete Guide to Thanksgiving later in the week. First up though, the DIYs that will wow your guests and win you the Hostess of the Year award. Let's start...

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We're taking a quick break to delve into our latest and greatest SMP at Home feature – a surprise party with a mega dose of sparkle and some of the cutest DIY projects tucked under its wings. If you missed it, grab a cozy seat and delve into this four parter (part I, part II...

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It has been awhile since we've featured a DIY project for all of you crafty brides and grooms-to-be (yes the grooms have been known to dabble in the craftiness too). Whipped up by the talented ladies of Posh Paperie with the help of Melody's cake making skills from My Sweet and Saucy and photography from our fave...

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We have the sweetest DIY project for you this morning but before we jump in, I wanted to let everyone know that I am guest blogging over on Piperlime all about the perfect wedding day outfits...for your guests! Definitely stop by for a visit. Lots of cuteness happening over there. OK. These are SO cute, you just might die. So freaking adorable and PUUUR-fect for a sweet backyard wedding.

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Consider this an official plea. I am literally on my hands and knees begging one you crafty brides out there to design a wedding JUST. LIKE. THIS. I mean, a lemon and lime bouquet? Mini key lime tarts? Homemade lemonade and handpicked flowers? Hello gorgeous. This is the latest photography workshop by the beloved duo, Justin & Mary Marantz. And being the fabulous SMP contributors that they are, they've filled it to the brim with SO...

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For all of you out there that are getting ready to have all of your besties over to celebrate the 4th, we have JUST the project for you. But the best part? This project can be totally adapted to fit ANY celebration...including a wedding, of course! Just change up the ribbon colors and voila. Designed by our favorite DIY contributors Elizabeth and Karrie of Posh Paperie and photographer...

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We have a fun little joint feature with Jen at the Hostess Blog coming up next. The adorable and completely talented photographers Kari Herer and Christina Wnek, along with stationery Pam Albert of Papier Gourmet, sent us one of...

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We are kicking off the week with one of those DIY project that I just know will find it's way into so many of your weddings. It was crafted by Kathleen at Twig & Thistle and is about as practical as it is completely gorgeous. A perfect fit for any wedding...or any holiday table! This is an idea for inexpensive centerpieces with high impact. Old glassware and paper weights take on a whole new look with a little paint. I went...

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