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Win A Copy of Southern Weddings Magazine

DIY Bride — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:58:17 +0000

The fab gals at Southern Weddings magazine are offering a giveaway of a free copy of their brand new issue to 3 lucky DIY Bride readers. Just look at this cover! I think it’s one of the very best I’ve seen in all my years in the wedding industry. (I hear the inside is just as yummy.) Beauty, thy name is Southern Weddings.

For a chance to win a copy, just leave a comment below and we’ll chose three random winners on Friday, November 18th.

Contest: Win a Ron Ben Israel Cake

DIYBride — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:26:04 +0000

Well-Spun Weddings is hosting a contest for a lucky couple to win a cake made by master cake guru, Ron Ben Israel. Pop on over to WSW and enter before 12/01/09. And do check out Well-Spun Weddings’ vintage wedding films. Truly, they’re among the absolute best videography companies I’ve seen.

Contest: David's Bridal 'Dress Your Wedding'

Win A Dream Destination Wedding & Honeymoon to Napa

DIYBride — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 17:17:37 +0000

Hey DIYers,

A fabulous group of San Francisco area wedding professionals have come together to give away a dream wedding and honeymoon worth $100,000.

The deets:

Valued at $100,000.00, one deserving couple will win the wedding of their dreams. With a date set for May 14, 2010, the long list of prizes include everything a bride and groom need for the perfect dream come true.

Over 40 of the Bay Area’s most sought-after wedding professionals have gathered forces create a lavish wedding at Hotel Vitale, one of San Francisco’s most luxurious hotels, for the winning couple along with 75 of their friends and family. No stone will go unturned, as this team puts together a high-end wedding worthy of platinum status.

Afterwards, the winners will head to Milliken Creek Inn in Napa, CA for a three night honeymoon including: Dinner on board the Napa Valley Wine Train, spa treatments and a private lunch and winery tour at Robert Mondavi Winery.

The winning couple will receive the following goods and services: wedding planner, coordinator and event designer; catered rehearsal dinner for 25 guests at a 1 Fort Mason; wedding ceremony and reception venue at Hotel Vitale; 3 nights’ accommodations in San Francisco; 3 nights’ accommodations in Napa; catered dinner; specialty rentals; shoes and dresses for the bride and her bridesmaids; Massage treatments in San Francisco and again in Napa; bridal party hair and makeup; jewelry for bride; wedding rings for bride and groom; wedding cake and grooms’ cake; engagement, rehearsal and wedding photography; videography; classical guitarist; cocktail hour jazz trio; party band for reception; DJ/emcee; custom invitations and wedding stationery; specialty lighting; limo transportation; photo booth; wedding favors; and more…

The contest opens August 4, 2009, at 7:55 am PST.

To apply or to get more information, please visit www.sfweddinggiveaway.com

DIY Bride Contest: Reuse. Recycle. Repurpose.

DIY Bride — Thu, 07 May 2009 21:08:30 +0000

It’s been a while since we’ve had a contest aroud here and I’m itching to give away some swell prizes.

This contest is one close to my heart as it’s all about using recycled materials.

Here’s the scoop:

Submit your awesome wedding project that’s made with recycled materials. Please attach at least 1 nice, clear photo (more pix are appreciated but not necessary) and include the steps you took to make the project. Use only the entry form below.
Entries are open from May 08 – June 12.
On June 15 I will post the entries on the blog.
On June 22 voting from the DIY Bride community will open. Voting will end on the 25th.
The winner will be announced on the 26th.

The Prizes

1st place – $100 Visa gift card
2nd place – $35 Visa gift card
3rd place – A copy of The Green Bride Guide by Kate L. Harrison.

Please note the prizes are not negotiable or tranferrable to any other currency.

The Rules

Contest is open to contestants worldwide.
Projects must be hand-crafted, wedding-related, and contain recycled materials.
Projects must be the contestant’s own work and must not infringe on any third-party rights.
Winners are chosen by an open vote on DIYBride.com and will be notified by email on 26 June. Winners have 5 business days to repsond to winning notification otherwise prize will be forfeit.

Other:

DIY Bride reserves the right, at our sole discretion, to disqualify any individual we :

find to be tampering with the entry process, the operation of the contest, or the DIYBride.com
find to be acting in violation of the official rules
find to be using use of robotic, macro, automatic, programmed or the like entry methods

Entry Form:

Contest: David's Bridal 'Dress Your Wedding'

DIY Bride — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 22:30:16 +0000

Hi Everyone!

David’s Bridal has announced their ‘Dress Your Wedding Contest’. It’s a chance to win a $5,000 gift certificate to David’s Bridal, a virtual consultation from a David’s Bridal style expert, and an opportunity to blog about their experience on davidsbridal.com.

David’s Bridal has just launched a fun and interactive online contest around its ‘Dress Your Wedding’ tool, which allows users to see their wedding come to life! The contest asks entrants to mix and match everything from bridal gowns and flowers to bridal party dress colors and groomsmen’s tuxedos to create a wedding that is uniquely theirs. It’s easy to enter, review and share entries at: www.davidsbridal.com/dywcontest. Contestants can also share their entries virally via site like MySpace and Facebook.

If this sounds like fun, surf on over to David’s ASAP. The contest ends on February 23. Good luck!

Under $500 Ensemble Winner(s)

DIY Bride — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 21:53:50 +0000

You make my life difficult, you crafty vixens! Honestly, I had the worst time trying to pick a single winner for this contest. So I didn’t. I picked 3 winners and even that was a challenge. All of the entries for this contest were so wonderfully creative, beautiful, and fun!

Each of the winners will receive a copy of The DIY Bride: 40 Fun Projects For Your Ultimate One-of-a-Kind Wedding. (Email notification is on its way.)

Winner #1: Samantha G.

I loved this one because I thought the colors were fresh, the dress was gorgeous, and the total cost was under $400. For the sleek, modern bride who loves adding unexpected details, this is a great choice.

Samantha's Entry

Winner #2: Samantha W.

This one caught my eye because it’s frilly and romantic … and about $326 for all 6 elements. For more traditional brides, this is a lovely option.

Samantha W.'s Entry

Winner #3: Emilia

For something fun, funky, and fresh Emilia’s entry is aces in my book. I love how daring and playful this ensemble is. Great dress, unique accessories. It makes a great statement.

Emilia's Entry

Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest: Thank You!

DIY Bride — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:56:34 +0000

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 view all of the awesomeness that was turned in.

Notes:

If you missed the contest and want to share your Under $500 boards anyway, please send ‘em in anytime! There’s no prize involved except the utter adoration of all of us DIYers on a budget. Wedding pros, readers, past-brides, etc. are all invited to participate. (Please, please, please do NOT put the links/sources in the .jpg/image file! Include them in the body of the email.)
Etsy was, by far, the #1 resource for our readers’ boards. Nordstrom and Macys followed as go-to spots for wedding attire on a budget.
If you entered and your entry is not displayed: it’s probably due to it not being in the format specified in the contest rules.

If you didn’t get enough budget-friendly ideas, my friend Liene of Blue Orchid Designs, will be announcing the winner of her Recessionista challenge – the under $1000 ensemble challenge. Check out the details: http://www.blueorchidblog.com/2008/11/recessionista-giveaway.html

Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt. 4: Marissa

DIY Bride — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:40:58 +0000

From Marissa

Total: $306.93

See full image for sources (click above to make larger).

Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt 4: Aleda & Anna

DIY Bride — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:36:35 +0000

From Aleda & Anna

Total: $492

Under $500 Bridal Ensemble Contest, Pt 4:Samantha

DIY Bride — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:09:15 +0000

From Samantha

Total: $396.95

Sources

BRIDAL GOWN
Nordstrom
$228.00
Mary L Couture Notch Bodice Halter Gown

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VEIL/HEADPIECE/HAIR ACCESSORIES
Rose Hair Clip
$34.00

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SHOES
Nordstrom
$89.95
Orange Glint ‘Devon’ Slingback Pump

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JEWELRY/OTHER ACCESSORIES
Clutch
ALDO
$30.00

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EARINGS
Kohls Jewelry
sale $15.00 (regular $20.00)