Wedding Favors & Gifts

DIY Project: Programs that double as a CD

This next project sent in by Bliss Weddings Market is completely fabulous...plus it's a two-in-one, with ceremony programs that double as a CD wedding favor. So cool! Here are the step-by-steps... Materials
Paperboard CD case (from www.BlissWeddingsMarket.com)
Two 1/8" wide circle eyelets in the color white (from www.BlissWeddingsMarket.com)
Eyelet Setter (from www. [MORE]

DIY Project: Southern Style Treats

This next one, crafted by the lovely Mekala of Tie that Binds, just reminds me of my Texas roots. Love that. And here is the breakdown. There are lots of components so it's lengthy...but, you could craft all or just one and still end up with a pretty great gift for your guests! Step 1 Food:
Peanuts
Sunflower Seeds
Homemade/Favorite BBQ sauce (homemade recipe found... [MORE]

DIY Project: Violet Petals

It's Day three (and the last day) of our DIY contest! We have so many great projects for you to devour today...from send off bells to custom bottles of bbq, each is completely unique and completely fabulous. First up, are these crystallized petals of violets crafted by Julie... Here is the breakdown and instructions... I am a future bride from Toulouse, France. We'll marry on May the 9th in Tarbes, a town near Pyrénées, and we have are using purple and anise... [MORE]

DIY Project: Wristlets and Boutonnieres

This next project that reader, Carol, crafted is perfectly lovely...ideal for a English or French inspired shabby chic wedding. I love the sweet, personal touch that each little favor brings, letting your guests know that they are not only welcome, they are loved. Notes and Instructions from Carol... My fiance and I are having a Regency inspired wedding next January at a beautiful English Manor House in New Zealand.  Our wedding colors are pink, red and burgundy. [MORE]

DIY Project: Kid’s Tins

These adorable favors are made especially for the kiddos. I love a reception that embraces children, but it's always great to have something to keep them busy! Here are the instructions... My hubby and I were just married 2/28/09 in a very cool, modern space in Brooklyn, NY.  We loved creating unique details that expressed our style and personalities for our wedding.  In lieu of favors, my hubby and I decided to contribute to International Justice Mission (ijm. [MORE]

DIY Project: Irish Cream

As an Irish girl myself, I adore this next project. So completely innovative and original...plus it's pretty! The perfect combination! Plus, she's included the template for the cute recipe tag so it's more about assembly than design, thus anyone can do it. Love that. Here is the breakdown and instructions... Materials
Cardstock
Downloadable Tags
Mason Jars & Ribbon from Michael's Craft Store
Homemade Irish Cream Recipe... [MORE]

Ivan and Mary Tote Bag Contest Winners

We're sooooo delighted that you guys liked the tote bags we showed you last week from Ivan and Mary! We really hope that all of you will be sure and visit their site to see all of the other fabulous colors and patterns ... as well as... [MORE]

DIY Project: Sugar Packets

I am obsessed with this next project. And obsessed might just be putting it lightly. I love when ideas come my way that I haven't ever seen before and not only is this one new to me, it's so designed so beautifully that it just appeals to my own sense of style and love of simplicity. Plus, it uses the Gocco which just might be the best invention EVER. Here is the breakdown and instructions... From the lovely bride...As we're having a destination wedding in... [MORE]

DIY Project: Chocolate Covered Pretzels

I love this next project a lot. Probably too much. Chocolate covered pretzles are such yumminess, you can rest assured that your guests will definitely devour your hard work! Here is the breakdown... From Rachelle, the cute bride... My wedding was last weekend, so what better timing than to submit the favors that I actually made for my guests.  My inspiration came from the chocolate-covered pretzel rods I make every year as Christmas treats.  I have... [MORE]

DIY Project: Charity Inspired Favor

We are continuing on with our DIY contest today and just like yesterday, we have TONS of absolutely positively great ideas! The first, was crafted by Charlotte Bolton of Studio Ten and A Half. From Charlotte...I designed this favor for my own wedding. I chose to have charity favours as I couldn't stand the thought of spending... [MORE]

DIY Project: Spice Jar Favors

Crafted by the same designer who did the tea tins, these GORGEOUS spice jar favors are equally as lovely! With this project, you create a very affordable favor that does double duty as a placecard holder (for about $2/favor). Fill the vials with spices that coordinate with the colors and/or theme of your wedding.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. You will need to create artwork for the spice jar label and placecard. The keytag has two sides so take advantage of the... [MORE]

DIY Project: Tea Tins

You are in for such a treat with this next project...it's so professional, so expensive looking and yet it's really quite simple! Your guests will love it, I promise. Oh and it was designed by Jennifer at Pigweed Press...remember that fabulous wedding we featured a few weeks back? Materials 2.6" Round... [MORE]

DIY Project: Garden Seed Envelopes

In this day and age, there is nothing better than a favor that adds a bit of beauty to our world. Which is exactly why I love this submission...it's sweet and charming, and it will help your guests add a touch of pretty to their day. Here is the rundown! These hand folded envelopes holding colorful seed packets are practical (the guest may actually plant the seeds), easy (each one takes 1-2 minutes to make) and chic (you can use any kind of paper to match your... [MORE]

DIY Project: Mason Jar Vases

This next DIY favor project is SO stinking cute...perfect for a picnic inspired affair. Although the bride will be using them as drinking glasses, filled with Sangria (FAB), I also love the idea of filling them with wildflowers for your guests to take home and enjoy. From Chelsea, the crafty bride that designed these favors...These Mason Jar Favors will double as drinking glasses for the guests at my picnic wedding in June. We wanted them to be colorful and match our theme of... [MORE]

DIY Project: Dipping Oil

Our next DIY project, that was sent in by Bottle Your Brand, is absolutely perfect for a wine country wedding, an intimate restaurant inspired affair, a warm evening with family style entertaining... And here is the breakdown and instructions... Materials

-1 small glass jar with cork (purchased from Michael’s for $.99)
-1 3 liter container of extra virgin olive oil (purchased from... [MORE]

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