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Plan Ahead: 14 DIY Fall and Winter Wedding Centerpieces

July 30, 2015 by FaveCrafts

Spring and summer are the two biggest seasons for weddings. My sister just got married about three weeks ago, so I know how much planning she had to do in an abnormal amount of time in advance, just to make sure she got everything done before the rush for all the other summer weddings went through. Her maid of honor had the bachelorette party planned and booked about three months ahead, all without a wedding guide or planner. Summer in Missouri is relatively safe weather wise, except for this year when the entire Midwest is practically drowning. Luckily, it was a humid, sunny day, so the worst that happened was that our heels would sink into the mud. We had no problem finding colors and wedding crafts for the summer, but that got me thinking. If most wedding dates are in the spring and summer, what about those fall and winter weddings?

DIY Fall and Winter Wedding Centerpieces

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It kind of breaks my heart because I would love to have a fall wedding and they seem so under-appreciated. It’s a little cooler outside, so the guys aren’t dying in their tux’s. If you choose to wear satin, then you won’t be suffocating either. If you choose real flowers for pretty bouquets, then they won’t wilt as fast from the heat, and color schemes are a lot more versatile. A huge theme is doing a palette of colors. For instance, I would like to have gray bridesmaid dresses, but have slate blue, lavender, plum, and white throughout all of my DIY decorations. It really is much cheaper to make the little items all by yourself. If you get ahead (like the moment you get engaged), and plan out the items that you are going to craft, it saves a heap. Not to mention the swap and shops that are all over Facebook. That’s how my sister got all of her table decorations! Glass vases from swap and shop, fake flowers from a bulk website (these were the first craft done), and silver ribbon on clearance at my local craft store.

Anyway, I feel like the fall and winter weddings need a little love. They’re just such beautiful seasons of the year. These are some inspiring DIY wedding ideas for the guest tables and the head table. Obviously you can tailor them to your theme and your colors, but I think these wedding centerpieces are just to die for.

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Citrus Mason JarsCheerful Citrus and Burlap Mason Jars

 

 

 

TealightsSublime Autumn Tealights Centerpiece

 

 

 

Succulent CenterpieceVibrant Fall Harvest Succulent Centerpiece

 

 

 

Floating FlowersRomantic Floating Cherry Blossom Centerpieces

 

 

 

Woodland Nymph DIY CandlesWoodland Nymph DIY Candle Holders

 

 

 

Birch DIY CandleBeautiful Birch DIY Candle Holders

 

 

 

 

Winter

Frosted Pine Cone JarFrosted Pinecone Mason Jar Lights

 

 

 

Simple Winter CandlesElegant Winter Wedding Candles

 

 

 

Winter TreesFaux Bark Winter Wedding Centerpiece

 

 

 

Wedding TreeRustic Winter Wonderland

 

 

 

Winter Head TableDazzling Winter Wedding Foliage Table Garland

 

 

 

Winter Wedding BouquetRich Marsala Winter Wedding

 

 

 

Gold VasesDIY Gorgeous in Gold Striped Vases

 

What was your favorite part of your own wedding? Or for my unmarried “homies,” when do you want to have your wedding?

Filed Under: Wedding Crafts Tagged With: DIY wedding, Favecrafts, Slider, Wedding Crafts, wedding decorations, wedding trends, weddings, winter wedding

Wedding Trends 2014: The Wedding Dresses You’ll Kill For

March 3, 2014 by AllFreeDIYWeddings

I’m going to take a moment to brag about my job. My research? Sit front row at a bridal fashion show and take photographs of all the glitz, glam, and glory. When I say you’ll kill for these dresses that I saw, I’m not kidding. There’s no kidding in weddings.

Wedding dresses are just exquisite, and any girl who says she doesn’t love to look is lying. What I love most about wedding dresses as time goes on is how varied they’ve become. Designers are daring to ditch tradition with colored wedding dresses, plunging backs, and sexy silhouettes.

While drooling over each frock as it made its way down the runway, I noticed some blaring trends that I couldn’t not share. You’ve got to nab these ideas before they become the norm. Bare backs, floral-inspired gowns with a twist, non-stop sparkles, and fearless necklines are begging to be shown off on the biggest day of your life.

Make sure your dress is “you.” Luckily, in this bunch, there’s a dress for absolutely every personality. Hover over your favorite photo to find out the designer and style so you can flaunt these stunners. For 2014, 2015, and 2016 brides, these wedding trends are must-haves.

Pair these looks with some to-die-for headpieces and killer bouquets to watch your friends and family’s jaws drop.

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 Which wedding dress trend is your favorite?

Filed Under: Wedding Crafts Tagged With: Jaclyn Holtzman, wedding dress, wedding dresses, wedding ideas, wedding trends, weddings

The Great Gatsby Wedding of Dreams

February 18, 2014 by AllFreeDIYWeddings

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I attended a New Years’ Eve wedding, which was pretty much heaven on Earth. Everything about it was perfect, and the Great Gatsby theme only lent itself to the absolute perfection. I loved that the theme wasn’t in your face, but it was subtly tied in throughout the day. The Art Deco/Great Gatsby wedding theme was ideal for New Years with the rich gold color mixed beautifully with black, white, and tons of sparkle.

When I walked in the reception room, my jaw literally dropped. The draping from the ceiling was exquisite, and the addition of the chandeliers just put it over the edge. The bride, my roommate from college, looked spectacularly classic with a modern twist. She literally exuded “princess.”

Consistent with current wedding trends, there were a few different centerpieces which alternated throughout the room.  All classy, all with a 1920s-feel, and all gorgeous. The head table was a fun, long curved table adorned with the most beautiful candelabras. The chairs at the head table also had a little something extra with a simple but stunning black ribbon. Restricting this to the head table is a fantastic way to add a fun touch while keeping yourself on budget.

They made the most of the winter weather taking romantic photos in the snow. The bride and bridesmaids all sported darling fur coats to get the photos. It was truly a winter wonderland wedding.

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I absolutely adore the reflection in this photo.

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Gorgeous Art Deco-inspired heels worn by the bride, subtly but perfectly in line with the theme.

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These photos of the bridal party crack me up. They’re so “Mad Men” meets “Great Gatsby.”

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Such a pretty and simple way to distinguish the chairs at the head table.

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Thanks to the low lighting and hundreds of candles, the entire room felt like it was lit by candlelight which was so romantic.

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I love the detail in this centerpiece: the gold-sequined fabric, black and white marbles, and the beading on the box.

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This floating candle and calla lily look is a huge wedding trend as of late. It looked delicate and charming.

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The room was literally draped in crystals.

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Surrounding the dance floor were these lounge-like low chairs with appropriately sparkly pillows. A lovely way to be in on the action without feeling pressure to dance.

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The lighting made for the best photos.

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The bride and her father danced to “Brown Eyed Girl,” which was adorable. It really alleviated any pressure for them.

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The crafty bride made these adorable DIY headbands for all of the female guests. They were all adorned with feathers, beads, and flowers, perfectly complementing the theme and adding a fun layer to the evening.

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I loved the baby’s breath and candles surrounding the beautiful cake.

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There was a midnight toast. A perfect end to a perfect wedding.

Filed Under: Wedding Crafts Tagged With: Jaclyn Holtzman, wedding decorations, wedding ideas, wedding trends, weddings, winter wedding

Book Review and Giveaway: Wedding Speeches and Toasts

June 16, 2009 by FaveCrafts

Just in time for wedding season, we are giving away the book Wedding Speeches and Toasts to one lucky winner. This would make a great gift for a father-in-law or others planning wedding speeches this summer. Read our expert review and enter to win the book here!

Contest ends June 30, 2009. Make sure you enter with the form at the Giveaway Page.

Filed Under: Book Reviews, Wedding Crafts Tagged With: giveaways, weddings

Book Review and Giveaway: The DIY Bride

June 2, 2009 by FaveCrafts

The DIY Bride

By Khris Cochran
Publisher: The Taunton Press
www.taunton.com
ISBN: 978-1-56158-964-7

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WIN THIS BOOK!

Read a review by craft expert Maria Nerius and enter to win a FREE copy here! Contest ends June 16, 2009. You can enter once daily so return often to improve your chances of winning.

*IMPORTANT*- You must enter at the entry form giveaway page above. If you only comment on this blog post, you will not be entered to win! You can find contest rules on The DIY Bride Book Giveaway Page.

Filed Under: Book Reviews, Wedding Crafts Tagged With: book, giveaways, weddings

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