Jess + Drew's Traditional Vintage Wedding
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Hold on to your pin cushions! We are starting off the week another amazing craftstress who tackled her own gown. That's right folks, Jess (with the help of her mom) homespun the fashion for this fete. Leah Fruth shot some killer portraits in this super sweet, traditional with a touch of vintage w[...]
Alex + Travis' Sneak Peak Engagement Session
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Today's engagement session has me super excited for fall and summer hasn't even officially started yet. Alex and Travis are getting married in September and their love shoot is a preview of the DIY to come. Jacquie Rives Photography snapped these sweeties at the new rustic hot spot just outside of[...]
Casey + John's Heavenly Angel Fire Cabin Wedding
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If a wedding blogger falls in the woods from happiness with no one around to hear it, does she make a sound? She sure does! A big fainting, swooning sound for the stunningly simple and natural elegance in every last homespun detail of Casey and John's intimate cabin wedding. Be prepared to be blow[...]
Jessica and Taylor's Sweet Candy Coated Wedding
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What can I say? Today's couples have left me inspired! I simply had to share this wedding today from Cory Ryan Photography to get you over the hump day too! Jessica and Taylor's wedding reminded me that even if you've been planning your wedding since you were a kid, feeling like a kid on your wed[...]
Kelsey + Adam's Rural Farm to Fork Wedding
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As our DIY dress journey continues, I thought another example of a handmade gown would be inspirational this week. When I stumbled across Kelsey's decision to wear her mother 1979 gown, I thought I found a something good. What I landed on was a fantabulous farm to fork, eco-friendly, and purely ha[...]
Carrie + Mike's Red Casino Royale Wedding
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When one of our favorites Carrie Wildes Photography sent us this next wedding, I knew it would be good! When she called it a combination of "retro flare and casino royale," I knew I was going to be great! She called my bluff, because when I saw the fabulosity of what Carrie and Mike created for th[...]
{Sponsored Post} Unique Destination Weddings and Honeymoons from Terrasenses and Etica Events
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DIY Bride has a financial relationship with Terrasenses and Etica Events, meaning we may have received compensation for this content and/or related content. We firmly stand behind our review and recommendation, and are committed to promoting only those companies we feel offer our community excellent[...]
Lauren + Matt's Vintage Voyage Couple's Wedding Shower
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Lauren and Matt realized that dream wedding was only being postponed because of the price tag and eloped in a beautiful and intimate beach ceremony. That didn't stop them from going forward their dream wedding day though! Making it official in front of the friends and family in May of 2013, Laure[...]
Michelle + Joe's Wrigley Mansion Wedding
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As Khris embarks on her handmade gown journey, I thought it only "fitting" to include a wedding with handmade gown. (Get it? Wedding gown humor...Sorry, I had to.) The dress is so often one of the most anticipated parts of planning process. So when your mom is as seriously talented as Michelle's[...]
Jessica + Travis' Whimsically Elegant Wedding
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This wedding is the kind of thing that short circuits robots with its creative genius! I think I cried for the emotional value of this wedding as much as I did for the DIY. Full of all sorts of personal embellishments, each gorgeous photo captures the heartwarming union of a family. You will kick[...]
Sewing Your Own Wedding Gown, Pt.1: Should I Do It?
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The search for the perfect-for-me gown can be one of the most stressful parts of the wedding experience. While there's a lot of pressure to be the embodiment of beauty and charm on the big day, there's not a whole lot of diversity for women who want something unique, fall outside of standard bridal [...]
Job Openings For June 04
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JOIN OUR TEAM AND CHANGE THE (WEDDING) WORLD We believe an amazing wedding should be within the reach of anyone who wants one. To help us help our readers attain their wedding and wedding crafting goals, we’re looking for talented people to join our growing team. Current Positions [...]
New Series: Sewing Your Own Wedding Gown
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I've gone on record more than a few times with my admission that sewing is my sworn mortal enemy. Sewing a skill that's eluded me; a skill that, admittedly, I've only half-heartedly tried my hand at a few times over the years. Every now and then I'd pick up the sewing machine and give it another go [...]
Wedding 911: Our DJ Is Insisting On Songs We Hate
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Wedding 911 is a weekly column where you can ask your most pressing wedding or crafting questions. Submit your dilemmas here. Lisa and Mark write in: After searching for a few weeks for a DJ, we found "D" at a bridal faire. He was charismatic, had a decent sampling of playlists at his [...]
Danielle + Sean's Tropical Destination Wedding
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Is it me? Or does even the sky look like it is smiling after seeing Danielle and Sean's fantastic seaside wedding? Well I know I am! With it's sunshiny color palette and tropical flowers today's Florida beach wedding captured by Nelson Photographers is sure to put a smile on your face. &nb[...]
Erin and Ryan's Rustic Orchard Love Shoot
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Picture arriving exhausted from a Christmas Eve filled with football fun only to be told that you have to work to earn an early treat. That’s what Ryan did Erin when he sent her on a scavenger hunt for the early gift he insisted she open. SURPRISE! Best Christmas Ever! Erin was rewarded with Ryan[...]
Chrystal + Dan's Summer Woodland Wedding
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When I tell you that today’s wedding is rich in rustic details, it is the understatement of the year. You have hit the DIY jackpot today! Best part about it all, it’s an unintended DIY day. With some of the most detailed DIY info I've ever seen since using the first DIY Bride book for my wedding,[...]
Nicole + Greg's Canada Cottage Wedding
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Today's wedding is not only an example of eco-friendly wedding inspiration, and wedding weekend fun; it sets a new bar for DIY. Talk about making it your own! Everything from the mini canoes and floral arrangements to the shirts on their backs and even down to the rings was handmade. Nicole and G[...]
Robin + Paul's Breathtaking Beach Wedding
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Part two of today's bonus holiday DIY wedding inspiration is sure to get you in the mood for some summer lovin'. Full of romance and adventures in DIY, Robin and Paul's St. Simon's Island, Georgia destination wedding is the kind of wedding you that needs a hyperventilation warning. Trust me, you'l[...]
Kelly + Anthony's Classic Coastal Wedding
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Summer is here! Oh! Happy Day! Grab your bikes and head to the boardwalk. But, if I could recommend just one thing first. Grab your favorite coffee mug (soon to be your second favorite since you'll be lusting after these favors) and warm up for your summer lovin' fun with this first wedding sent[...]