DIY FEATURE: How to Create a Fun Bridal Shower Centerpiece

A bridal shower centerpiece doesn’t always have to be a flower arrangement. In fact, finding non-traditional elements such as candy sachets can make unique pieces for crafting a charming centerpiece. This project is ideal for a decorating a bridesmaid’s luncheon or afternoon tea party.

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Classic ideas often provide the best inspiration especially when given an updated look. For creating a fun DIY centerpiece, we searched the globe for inspirational ideas and placed a modern spin on an Italian favor - popularly known as the Italian “Torte Bomboniere,” which consists of several layers of triangular-shaped cake boxes. Each of these cake boxes are stacked along side each other to form several layers of a large cake. Instead of using individual cake boxes to form the centerpiece, we made use of ordinary boxes and gave them a new life by decorating them with pretty floral sachets, ribbons, and candy. Read more about this…

How to Package a Caramel Apple Favor

A creative alternative to giving candy - a how-to article on presenting caramel apples as favors for a fall wedding.

Tip to keep - caramel apples are perfect fall favors

This coming Fall, instead of giving out the “usual” candy, why not take a piece of your childhood and make it a special part of your favors - using candied caramel apples. Using this wonderfully sweet idea, we’ve come up with our own creation that turns this delicious childhood treat into an elegant Fall-inspired guest favor with a practical purpose - one that serves double-duty as a nifty card holder. By obtaining basic packaging materials, just follow this project and make your own whimsical favor that will surely leave your wedding table by the end of your reception.

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Budget-friendly Ideas for Decorating Candles at your Wedding

Features budget-friendly and practical ideas for decorating and giving candles as favors at a wedding party.

Budget-friendly ways of using candles

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DIY Sailboat Favors for a Regatta Inspired Wedding Theme

Planning an exciting wedding party with a regatta theme, but don’t know what to give as cool favors? Try this original concept and you will be smooth sailing from here: create a whimsical sailboat place card holder using a seashell tray.

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