Archive for November, 2008
Thanksgiving 2008
As I head off for a few days to spend Thanksgiving with my family and friends, I wanted to express how grateful I am for you, my awesome community of friends and colleagues. All-in-all 2008 has been an amazing year of growth on every level (my 6th month pregnant belly is proof) for me and DIY ...
'Tis The Season To Save Some Cash
As we in the US gear up for Thanksgiving this week, the inevitable barage of Black Friday ads are undoubtedly already on their way to your hot little hands. For those of you with DIY wedding projects on your to do list in the next few months NOW is the perfect time to stock up ...
Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest: Thank You!
Thank you to everyone who entered this contest! With all sincerity - I am amazed at how talented and resourceful you are! I admit to buying a pair of shoes that was showcased and found some nifty ideas for Xmas gifts. :-) I'll be announcing the winner on Monday. Hopefully everyone will have had a chance to ...
Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt. 4: Marissa
From Marissa Total: $306.93 See full image for sources (click above to make larger).
Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt 4:Samantha
From Samantha Total: $396.95 Sources BRIDAL GOWN Nordstrom $228.00 Mary L Couture Notch Bodice Halter Gown •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• VEIL/HEADPIECE/HAIR ACCESSORIES Rose Hair Clip $34.00 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• SHOES Nordstrom $89.95 Orange Glint 'Devon' Slingback Pump •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• JEWELRY/OTHER ACCESSORIES Clutch ALDO $30.00 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• EARINGS Kohls Jewelry sale $15.00 (regular $20.00)
Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt 4: Lena
From Lena Total: $488.13 Sources Dress: 128.00 Nordstrom Shoes: 32.99 Overstock.com Headpiece: 24.00 Urban Outfitters Ring: 19.00 Etsy Bracelet: 115.20 The Jewish Museum Earrings: 69.99 Smart Bargains Flowers: 60.00 FTD Veil: 38.95 Something Bold
Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt 3: Katarina
From Katarina Total: $492.00 Sources Shoes: Love Peep-toe Pump Payless Shoe Source $20 Hair Flower: Red silk flower hair clip with chenille dots Etsy $45 Purse: Peacock Zipper Pouch Etsy $18 Bracelet: Red Wire Bracelet Etsy $40 Butter Satin Ball Gown - Butter by Nadia BennyandShaw $349 Oval Glass Necklace - Echo Jibe Jewellry $20
Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt 3: Ashley
From Ashley Total: $274.00 Sources Dress: "Quinceanera Dress Style 5713" by Peridress, $143.99 Earrings: Coiled Silver Earrings from the etsy shop DianaKirkpatrickArt, $40.00 Tiara: "Swarkovski Crystal and Peal Mini Tiara-Custom Made-Bespoke" from the etsy shop PinkTigersDen, $42.00 Necklace: "Melancholy Lashes" from the etsy shop Untamed Menagerie, $25.00 Shoes: Payless Shoe Source, "Halden Hidden Platform Pump," $22.99
Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt 3: Amy
From Amy Total: $482.00 Sources Dress: Betsy & Adam Pleated Halter Gown from Dillards $160.00 Earrings: Powdered Almond Pearl Earrings from Etsy Seller MiaBeads $13.50 Bracelet: Powdered Almond Pearl Bracelet From Etsy Seller MiaBeads $28.50 Veil: Fingertip Diamond White Veil from Etsy Seller BellaBridal Veils $24.00 Shoes: Low heel Cherry Wedge Sandel from Mohop $256 (half the budget, yes, but they are from recycled material and the ribbons are changeable and worn ...
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