Rebecca created garden seed packets that doubled as place cards. She shares the template she made, so you can get started right away! What you'll need: - DIY seed packet template (click to download) - Cardstock or text-weight paper - Bone folder - Ruler - Exacto knife or paper cutter - Permanent dou ...

This might be perfect timing for some upcoming fall brides - these lovely raffia letters, sent to us by Mary, pack a lot of great visual impact but are inexpensive (under $10!) and easy to make!   What you'll need: - Paper stem wire - Wire (florist or jewelry) - Curly raffia (sold at craft stores) - ...

These table numbers made by Chelsea were intended for weddings, but I'd like to think they would look adorable on anyone's office desk. Or maybe a one-year anniversary gift (the paper year)? Hm, yes. To refresh your memory, first place will receive $500, second place a $300 gift certificate to Modcl ...

Erin made a Polaroid cake topper for her wedding. You may have seen something similar before, but what we loved about Erin's project is how the Polaroid stays on top of the cake seamlessly. No wires sticking out, so neat! Follow her instructions for the little trick.         What you'll need: - Matt ...

Colleen's DIY entry is so perfect for nautical, vintage or rustic wedding centerpieces, depending on the type of rope you use - but I'm loving the sisal most.   What you'll need: - Glass or plastic vessels (I bought all my vases from Goodwill for cheap, but you could also use old jars, tin food cans ...

Jessica made hot cocoa favors for her wedding with the outstanding total cost of 35 cents per favor. The final product shot was retaken, but don't let it fool you - read on to check out Jessica's tips on how to achieve this yummy favor for so little. So timely for fall weddings!   What you'll need: ...

Our groom contest, Adam, made this charming wooden flower box centerpiece + table number setup. Who wouldn't want to keep them after the wedding? I envision these wooden planters embellishing their home for years to come. Take note, gentlemen.   What you'll need: - Drill - Ruler - 3/4” boring bit - ...

Chelsea's entry is a PSA for brides who want to make their own props for their photobooths - she shares her own drawings that you can download and use as templates. La la loving the candy stripe detail!   What you'll need: - Red and black felt - Home printer with ink and paper - White paint - Red el ...

Next up is Hellen's paper doily envelopes. She created outer envelopes, I might add, to match the whimsy of her wedding invitations. The vellum reinforcing the underside of the doilies makes these darlings looks luxe. Love.   What you'll need: - 9 inch square doilies - Vellum/tracing paper - Craft A ...

Our next DIY project was created by Jessica. Her lovebird seating chart display is totally steal worthy, jaw droppingly adorable. Note the birdy bride with a mini veil and the birdy groom with a top hat on each end of the pole :)   What you'll need: - Tray of home grown wheatgrass - 3 24" balsa dowe ...

Yasmine sent over this creative and very eco-friendly vase idea for romantic centerpieces. Perfect for a bridal shower, it can be put together in a few minutes by anyone - and I mean, anyone can help you out on this project! What you'll need: - Recycled Jars, Tubs, Cans - Wrapping Paper - Wax Paper ...

Lauren collected old vases, wine glasses and other miscellaneous containers from thrift stores to make a chandelier for her tented wedding reception. The chandelier is a full fledged lighting appliance, if its final look wasn't impressive enough. The light diffuses through layers of glass with diffe ...