Tutorial - Trousseau Planning and Budgeting

Feel free to customize the list to suit your wedding

Tutorial at AKI 1 a.m. Blog

"A close friend of mine recently got engaged and we began our long conversations about wedding planning. One of our favorite topics of discussion is the trousseau, from bridal to casual outfits. Having experienced the nightmare of planning a trousseau during a few other close weddings I decided to make a checklist and discuss a few pointers. I believe in being organised in life especially for big events like a wedding, so the original list was too detailed but I cut it down to cover the broader categories. Hope this list helps you plan and budget your ‘Big Fat Indian Wedding’ trousseau".... Read more

Tutorial - Wedding Photography Ideas

Remember, if you’re not having fun, you’re not doing it right

Tutorial at Bread & With It Blog

"Using natural light makes a huge difference with the quality of your photographs. The only thing better than natural lighting is softened natural lighting. For most of the ceremony, we were in a hotel conference room. While it was lovely, the room was not light friendly. Right before the ceremony though, I snuck into one of the hotel rooms with the bride and groom as they were getting dressed. It was here that I snapped some of my favorite poses. There was a large beautiful window in this room. It only took a second to pull open the curtains and BAM, perfect lighting".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Wire Place Card Holder

Use for dinner parties, craft parties, weddings, or any other special occasion

Tutorial at The Curious Life of Lisa Blog

"Lately, I've been trying to flex my creative muscles more and I'm truly loving it.  Every easter my family have a big meal to celebrate Easter and every year I try to come up with different ways to dress the table. This year I've found a cute and simple way to add interest to the table. Now don't get me wrong, my immediate family is small and after my 24 years of life I know their names. However, I just think place cards make any event more personal. It gives the impression that everything is carefully planned and thought out".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Bridal Veil

Customize your veil with colored tulle, adhere rhinestones, ribbon, or decoration to the comb

Tutorial at By Brittany Goldwyn Blog

"We had a great wedding. It was a low-key afternoon in Colorado with only our parents present. I found my dress secondhand. We did almost everything with a non-traditional approach. But since I wore a wedding dress, I also wanted to wear a veil. I’m not particularly old-fashioned; I just liked the idea of a veil. However, I quickly realized that veils are expensive. I wanted to keep it simple…I didn’t want beading, sequins, lace, or multiple tiers. So, after being unable to find exactly what I wanted, I decided to make my own".... Read more

Tutorial - Bride and Groom Coffee Cup Sleeves

Perfect for a couple about to tie the knot

Tutorial at Crafty Staci Blog

"Well, this is it…the last Coffee Sleeve of the Month.  These have been so much fun for me over the last year, and I hope you’ve enjoyed some of them too.  Not wanting to slip out of this series quietly, I saved the best for last.  I also cheated a little and instead of a single coffee sleeve I made two, but how could I split this couple up? To make both of these sleeves, you’ll need this pattern".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Quilled Hair Accessory

Quilled hairclip and matching pins

Tutorial at Jewels of Sayuri Blog

"Hi, I am Kirti and I am so glad to be here. I run hobby classes and summer camps and exhibit my work at shows. I have been quilling for the past 7 years and I’m totally in love with it. I started making online tutorials on request and now it has become my routine to create easy DIY designs for beginners. Do check out my facebook page Kirti's Creations for tutorials of beautiful quilled jewelry and accessories. Today I have for you, a really pretty Quilled Bridal Hairclip with matching pins".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Wedding Countdown Calendar

A perfect gift for a bridal shower

Tutorial at A Creative Princess Blog

"Brandon and Christina have set a date for the wedding! We're all so excited and I couldn't help but make Christina something to count down the days. I found the shadow box frame at Hobby Lobby and thought it would be perfect for this. The front of it opens up like a book".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Summer Wedding Wreath

A souvenir of a very special day

Summer Wreath Tutorial at RosMadeMe Blog

"One of the things I always remember about wedding is not so much the dress but the little touches, which is why this wreath is made from fabrics you might be making your bride and bridesmaid's dresses from.  I hit my Jane Means stash of ribbons to start off this week's tutorial, so get yourself ready and let's get started".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fascinator Headband

Pretty hairpiece for the wedding party

Fascinator Tutorial at SecondHand Couture Blog

"For my sister's wedding in two weeks, I'm making her hairpiece and the flower girls' hairpieces. I went to Hobby Lobby to buy supplies, and after approximately two hours, I left with a bag of supplies for twenty dollars".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Guest Book Keepsake

Clever idea

Guest Book Keepsake Tutorial at Beau Fleurs Adventures in Crafting Blog

"I love the idea of guest books, and the beautiful cards that people give to the mother or bride to be, but they are just not an easy item to constantly review and remember!  Instead, we wanted something that could be displayed and be a constant reminder of the good times and the people that love us".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Monogram Wreath

What a great shower or housewarming gift

Wreath Tutorial at Look Between the Lines Blog

"I recently made this homemade wreath for a bridal shower. It was easy to make, especially if you want to use it indoors. If you want to make it an outdoor wreath it is a little more time consuming… but still easy! All you need is a foam wreath, pages from any book, moss, a letter form, wire, a hot glue gun, mod podge (if you want it to be water proof), a paint brush, and a wreath hanger (most of this I bought at Michael’s)".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Romantic Wreath

The base is a straw wreath

Lovebirds Wreath Tutorial at Cozy Home Scenes Blog

"Love is in the air! If you are still looking for Valentine's Day craft ideas, try this dainty wreath to show your love for someone special. This wreath isn't just for Valentine's Day. It would be nice with Shabby Chic decor or used as a decoration for a wedding shower or bridal luncheon. You'll need".... Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Gumnut Rose Wedding Bouquet

So beautiful and unique!

Gumnut Rose Wedding Bouquet Tutorial at spider flower
"I am an unapologetic hoarder of Martha Stewart Wedding magazines. I pull them out of the bookcase again and again - they are so beautifully crafted and have wonderful ideas in them time and time again. I got the urge to make a hand-tied wedding bouquet, which I haven't done for a while. Hand-tied bouquets have been the most popular style of floral arrangement for brides for a while now and they look just as at home in a vase as they do accompanying a bride down the aisle (minus the ribbon of course)..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Wedding Corset - Part 3

Here's part three. I've loved seeing this evolve! Here's Part 1, and Part 2 in case you missed them.

Wedding Corset Tutorial at The Distracred Domestic
"Now that the pattern has been adjusted and the base sewn, it's time to add the boning..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Wedding Bouquet on a Budget

Stunning! I had no idea how bouquets are made. Very interesting!

Wedding Bouquet on a Budget Tutorial at spider flower
"I thought it would be fun to show how cheaply I could make an extravagant wedding bouquet with just a few unusual elements to give it a wow factor. The total estimate for this bouquet is AUD$35/ USD$35/ GBP£21.

I found these lovely peacock feathers the other day and they really are magical. I love their 'eyes', made up of azure blue, island sea turquoise and regal purple. Male peacocks use these feathers to court female peacocks, so I think they are a perfect inclusion in a wedding procession..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Wedding Corset - Part 2

Here's part two. It's really interesting! Here's Part 1, in case you missed it.

Wedding Corset Part 2 Tutorial at The Distracted Domestic
"These are the changes I made to the pattern based on the first fitting. I added 1.5" to the top and the bottom. I didn't have to move the waist or reshape the bust area. Yeah!!!! I did have a few issues making the curved areas nice and the seam allowances line up, but after it was sewn, it worked out well.
I taped tracing paper where I needed to make the changes and used a measuring tool that kept the 1.5" for me so that I didn't have to constantly look for the right spot. A hem guide, a piece of sturdy paper/cardboard cut to size would work too..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Wedding Corset - the Muslin

This is only part one and doesn't look hard at all! I know nothing of clotheing construction. Watching a wedding dress take shape is going to be fascinating!

Wedding Corset - the Muslin Tutorial at The Distracted Domestic
"My first project of the new year is to make a wedding dress. A pretty simple wedding dress by Vera Wang standards, but you want perfection anyway. I know the bride does!! :-)
Thought I go, step-by-step, through the process. I will spend most of my blog time on construction, but fit is VERY important. If I knew how to explain it better, I would.
First, get yourself a pattern according to your (or whoevers) measurements, not the size you get from the store..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a No-Sew Paper Doily Garland

Love this for a shower, party or wedding! Cuter than plain old streamers!

No-Sew Paper Doily Garland Tutorial at Adventures in Dressmaking
"Is it a garland? Is it a banner?
I've been inspired by so many cute banners and garlands in the blogosphere and thought I'd throw together a paper, no-sew version with some doilies I got at Dollar Tree!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Tissue Paper Flowers and Pompom Garland

Tissue flowers all grown up, sophisticated, and gorgeous! The photos on her blog are all so beautiful, I could hardly choose one! Do check it out (and admire her home decor while you're there too).

Tissue Paper Flowers and Pompom Garland Tutorial at SewSweetStitches
"You'd think after making hundreds of these for my wedding, I'd be completely sick of them. But I can't help it, I love them so much! I'm a little sad that I didn't save a bouquet of paper flowers from my wedding, but I never thought I'd want to see them again. So I made some for home, only this time as a garland...And as bedroom decor...And maybe I couldn't resist making just a few little blossoms..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Wire and Crystal Bridal Tiara

This tiara is lovely! At first I thought it might not be very difficult to make. Now I'm thinking that it might take some practice to wrap that wire so nicely and to make sure the crystals come up to just the right height. I think it would be fun to try!

Wire and Crystal Bridal Tiara Tutorial at Folksy Weddings
"Make your own crystal tiara, a tutorial by Janice of Diamante Dream . The first headdress Janice made was for her own wedding day 28 years ago. She has since perfected and mastered the technique to deliver the beautiful creations in her shop on Folksy..." Read more