A bridal shower is an opportunity for a bride’s loved one to help her stock her new household with the essentials she might need. It’s also a time for her to celebrate her happiness with the women she loves. Years ago, the rules of etiquette were practically written in stone. Today, this is not the…
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Creative ways to decorate inexpensive mason jars to use as centerpieces for your party or wedding reception.
Mason jars are very trendy right now. Inexpensive and easy to find, mason jars are very versatile and are being used for a variety of decorative purposes for parties, wedding receptions, and more. Here are just a few creative ideas for using mason jars as centerpieces for your next party or reception. Mason Jar Vases…
Read More DIY Mason Jar CenterpiecesCongratulations on your upcoming marriage. Your friends have thrown you a wonderful party. Maybe you even had one at work AND one from your maid of honor. It is time to show your supportive friends, co-workers, and loved ones, that you appreciate them. However, with an entire wedding to plan, you may be pressed for…
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Instructions for making DIY kissing ball.
Kissing balls originated in the Middle Ages as a symbol of good will. Traditionally they were made of evergreen branches and hung over the front door at Christmas time similar to mistletoe. Over time kissing balls became a symbol of romance and eventually became a popular wedding tradition. Also called pomanders, kissing balls are very…
Read More DIY Wedding Decor: How to Make Kissing BallsThis candle decoration would be beautiful for Christmas or a winter wedding reception. I did everything in white and silver, but you could use any color of beads and candles. I first saw the inspiration for this project when I found these great transparent gel beads at Amazon.com. To put together these holiday candle holders,…
Read More DIY White and Silver Floating Candle DecorationsDecorate your tables with some fun-loving beach-themed centerpieces. Each centerpiece is easy to put together, so anyone can do them. 1) Buy some children’s pail and shovel sets. Use these as your centerpieces. You can fill them with fresh fruit or candies (lifesavers would be perfect). You could also fill them with sand and place…
Read More Beach Themed Wedding CenterpiecesYour wedding centerpieces don’t have to look cheap, even if you can’t spend a fortune on them. Here are some ideas for inexpensive wedding centerpieces. Potted Herb Centerpieces Small herb plants, such as parsley, thyme, basil, marjoram and lavender, can be planted in small pots, one herb per pot. You can use plain terra cotta…
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