Category Archives: DIY Projects – links and ideas
Monograms
To design your monogram in Microsoft Word:
- Choose Insert -> Textbox. Type and format the letter the way you like it. Do this three times.
- Now click on all textboxes and choose Format->Textbox.
- Choose Color: No Fill (so you can overlap letters) and Line: No Line.
- Select all letters, right click, and choose Group to lock in the arrangement.
- You can now copy your image into Microsoft Paint and save in several formats, such as JPEG.
– Picture Step-by-Step Instructions on creating a monogram – very simple to follow
http://www.projectwedding.com/wedding-ideas/diy-wedding-challenge-how-to-design-your-own-monogram-in-microsoft-word
Here is a site that let’s you design a FREE MONOGRAM – http://www.weddingchicks.com/freebies/custom-monograms/
- Free Invites and Save the Dates too! Weddingchicks.com
DIY Monogram Aisle Runner – I have never done it myself, so I can only direct you to sites that have posted instructions. Tips they have suggested: put wax paper on the table so that when the paint bleeds threw the runner it does not dry to your table. So trace the monogram lightly right on to the runner then place wax paper under it – or – trace the monogram onto wax paper while over the monogram paper print out . If you trace onto the wax paper you will want to be sure it is dark enough to see through the runner.
Instructions
http://www.projectwedding.com/wedding-ideas/diy-aisle-runner-2
or
http://roadtotheaisle.blogspot.com/2007/07/diy-aisle-runner.html
or
This site gives instructions on how to create the actual runner from a tube and fabric.
http://www.weddingbee.com/2006/12/26/diy-aisle-runner/
Some Free Clip art you might want to download to go with your monograms.
Some Free Fonts that you might want to download.
Dafont or 1001 Free Fonts or FontSpace to name a few
And a link to the “rules” of Monograms.
http://www.themonogrammerchant.com/content.php?content_id=1008
The Woman’s name is on the left, the Man’s name is on the right, then the couple’s surname is represented by a larger letter in the middle.
Traditional etiquette on Monograms states that you should not use your married monogram until after you are married. Initial monograms are not “supposed” to be used on Save the Date, Invites, Programs, or Runners. Once you are married, you can use your monogram at the reception: menu’s favors, cups, napkins, linens, cake, and/or dance floor. * A modern alternative is to use a combination of the Bride and Groom’s first names/initials separated by a small decorative motif for invites and things at the ceremony.
DIY Projects
I must confess, I have not made any of these DIY projects. I have just collected a LARGE amount of neat ideas and the links to the tutorial. ~ Enjoy ~
Hundreds of Ideas… I can’t even name them all… Check out this site!
http://www.favecrafts.com/Modern-Decor
DIY your own Runner:
http://www.weddingbee.com/2006/12/26/diy-aisle-runner
– 36″ wide cotton muslin in length and color you desire.
– A cardboard tube that’s at least 38″ long.- Iron-on adhesive tape
– At least 4 yards of satin ribbon to use as pull cord
– Clear Packing Tape
– Scissors
DIY – petal bumper- petal ribbons
– search ebay “1000 petals” for inexpensive petals from China
http://posh-parties.blogspot.com/2011/04/pretty-petals-my-diy-rose-petal-aisle.html
DIY – Dye your Crinoline
– Make sure it is made of anything BUT Polyester
http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-forums/would-this-be-to-much/047cccdac0663381.html
how to links: http://www.weddingbee.com/2009/01/10/dyeing-your-crinoline-a-complete-guide/ or
http://offbeatbride.com/2009/02/how-to-dye-crinoline
http://www.ehow.com/how_7162586_dye-crinoline.html
DIY – Garter
http://sosweetsowild.blogspot.com/2012/01/makin-my-thigh-pretty.html
DIY – ruffled chair sashes
http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/bees-who-sew-need-your-help-with-diy-project-advice
They are made by cutting a circle of fabric into a spiral. Try it out with a scrap piece of fabric in various sizes until you get the length and fullness you want. More Details on how to create them http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/help-bees-how-can-i-make-these-awesome-038-cute-chair-sashes#axzz2dQPQA0Hh and http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/need-help-ruffled-chair-tie#axzz2qIQQmPie
DIY- Wine Glass Candle Lamps
Buy vellum and print a pattern or use a decorative hole punch to create a pattern. Or buy on-line.
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/wincanlamfro.html
DIY – colored Mason Jars
http://www.momtastic.com/diy/168908-diy-tinted-mason-jars-in-rainbow
DIY – Unity Candle
http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2010/06/how-to_wedding_unity_candle.html
DIY – Cork Ball
http://www.ehow.com/how_7661596_make-cork-balls.html#ixzz1HFo3VQCo
DIY – String Ball Centerpieces
http://www.onestylishbride.com/diy-center/easy-peasy-diy-string-spheres/
DIY – Doily Lanterns
– I suggest using a punching balloon (very round) Hold it shut with a twist tie, deflate, remove and re-use. Don’t know why she would buy so many balloons/balls and pop them
http://www.glamourandgraceblog.com/2011/diy-doily-lantern/
DIY – Doily & Burlap Mason Jar Tea lights
http://craftsbyamanda.com/2011/01/burlap-doily-luminaries-rustic-meets.html
DIY Tissue Paper Mason Jars
Tissue Paper Mason Jars using wax paper and leaves
http://www.100directions.com/mason-jar-and-tissue-paper-luminaries/
Tissue Paper Mason Jars using Mod Podge
http://www.favecrafts.com/Modern-Decor/Girly-Pink-Collaged-Mason-Jars
Tissue Paper Mason Jars using a Xyron Machine
http://www.100directions.com/mason-jar-and-tissue-paper-luminaries/
DIY Vase – Found objects – Empty Jars
Tin Cans
Card stock around any jar
Dollar store vases and crepe paper
Any empty glass jar, string, and paint
http://www.markmontanoblogs.blogspot.com/2011/07/my-most-popular-blog-this-summerquick.html
DIY – Paper and ornament centerpiece
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8x7P9P42TQk
Book from dollar store, ornaments from dollar store – plus glue = $2 per
The size of the wreath itself is appx 28-36 inch in diameter.
(need apprx 120-140 page per wreath may vary based on how large the base is – example is 10 inch diameter)
To use as a table centerpiece, I would recommend hot glueing a round mirror as a base in the center instead of ornament and decorate around the mirror. You can also place a round vase then place your favorite column candle in there. Can use wrapping paper instead of book pages, for a different look.
* example made by tram n.
check out tram’s full post
Tutorial for the rose
DIY – Paper towel roll Wreaths!
Some have coffee filter carnations – Some have paper roses
– check out tram’s post – http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-forums/want-to-share-my-latest-project-with-you-ladies-and-tip-to-save-pic/c707654418893743.html
DIY – Coffee Filter Pomanders – Coffee Filter Roses
DIY – Coffee Filter Peony Pomander – Kissing Ball
http://www.holiday-crafts-and-creations.com/pomander-balls.html
DIY – Coffee Filter Carnation Pomander
http://diy.weddingbee.com/topic/coffee-filter-pomander-balls
Instructions
www.marthastewart.com/266346/paper-roses
template
http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/pdf3/coffeefilterrose.pdf
Tips / adjustments:
tutorial:
http://alicew.typepad.com/thoughts_from_alice_w/2010/02/somerset-life.html
Using the “staple & big corsage push-pin” method was NOT working. INSTEAD: Use T-pins – No stapling required. Push the T-Pin in the center of the coffee filter, hold the bottom part of the pin that is exposed and with your other hand, slowly squish the filter up and together. Repeat this with 2 more filters on the same pin, for a total of 3 filters per “flower bunch”.
Colored flowers – create a paint bath using acrylic paint, water & a disposable pie tin. Use about a table-spoon of paint – filled the rest of the pie tin with water – mixed it – longer they soak/darker the color
DIY – Crepe Paper Roses
crepe paper rolls and some beads!
http://www.thebridescafe.com/?postID=805
DIY – glitter heels!!!
http://www.weddingbycolor.com/mmarcial619/milestones/164425
Here is the DIY youtube tutorial – for glitter heels
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hY6PUf4IQqc
DIY – Glitter Soles
http://restylerestorerejoice.blogspot.com/2011/10/diy-glitter-pumps.html
DIY – Tinsel wands.
http://www.weddingbee.com/2010/08/02/wedding-sparklers-alternative/
DIY – Build a Photo Wall Backdrop
http://ruffledblog.com/diy-photobooth-vintage-wallpaper-frame-wall-backdrop/
Different instructions – more tips – another example
http://www.weddingbycolor.com/jennyfur
DIY how to build a fake wall with pvc pipes
http://www.diyphotography.net/diy_studio_equipment_backdrop_stand
http://www.instructables.com/id/PVC-stage-backdrop-or-room-divider/
DIY photos onto canvas
– with White tissue paper & Mod-Podge!
http://sarahsprojects.blogspot.com/2010/02/wall-art-for-siennas-room.html
Check out Cydney’s example! http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-forums/my-diy-photos-onto-canvas-using-my-first-look-pics/b1f27501cd22296d.html
FREE ~ Printable Photobooth props !!!!
http://ohhappyday.com/2011/05/photobooth-props-diy-and-free-printable-2/
More Decoration Ideas for a Bride on a budget
http://www.thethriftycrafter.com/tag/99-cent-store-crafts/
SUGGESTED POSTS: Check out my DIY photo booth post
https://weddingtips101.wordpress.com/2014/01/10/diy-photo-booth/