Giving guests bottles of olive oil as favors is a wonderful idea for weddings any time of year! Not only is this quality oil a prized cooking ingredient, it is also the kind of practical present that will keep your guests thinking of you and your wedding day every time they enjoy it. So do make the... [Read More]

The days of the horse-drawn wedding carriage are long gone. Today’s newlyweds are zooming off from the reception in all kinds of getaway cars—from top-down convertibles to mint-condition vintage classics. Some even take to golf carts, Vespas, or tandem bicycles (but that would be a whole other post)!... [Read More]

Looking to give guests something special that is different yet homemade? Try making something special that is herb-inspired. We show you three easy yet practical ways to create them—from potted herbal plants to bottled herbs for cooking! These ideas would be ideal for a bride and groom who are planning... [Read More]

Apart from your wedding photos, it’s your wedding guest book that’s meant to bring back fond memories of the day you tied the knot. But does it? Or does that traditional book of guest names, addresses, and wishes get stuffed away into some closet after the wedding, never to be opened again? Well,... [Read More]

Want to express a heartfelt welcome to your Valentine’s wedding guests? One sure way to do so would be with a vibrant Valentine-red signage, decked out in flowers! To help you create such a sign, we put together a super-easy DIY project that would get you the visual impact without a ton of tedious... [Read More]

Bring the freshness of spring to your wedding celebration with a fun, interactive wedding wish tree! This way, guests get to be more than just spectators at the event. They can express their best wishes to you in a more personal way…and you get a lovely decorative keepsake that you can display... [Read More]

When most guests arrive at the wedding reception, their first thought is, “Where am I sitting?” (”And who am I sitting with?”) Easy interaction among guests and great conversation at every table are key ingredients of a successful party. So do ensure both, by planning ahead!... [Read More]

Picture this, ladies and gentlemen (literally)! An eye-catching display of assorted picture frames serving as a heartwarming welcome sign at your wedding…and one that also presents the guest favors in a personalized manner. For a small, autumn wedding with just immediate family and close friends... [Read More]

Favor tags? Oh, you mean those afterthoughts you just stick on guest favors so you don’t get them mixed up? Well, they can be so much more! Especially at parties like a bridal shower—where the guest favors actually serve as part of the party decor—favor tags can be truly eye-catching accents. After... [Read More]

Looking for striking decorative accents to go with a rococo-inspired, vintage-style, or shabby chic bridal shower party? We have just the thing: frilly lace fans! Not only will these capture just the right air of genteel charm and elegant stylishness, they can serve multiple purposes, too. They would... [Read More]

We’ve all heard the saying that “it’s the thought that always counts.” But while that’s often used as a friendly excuse to not giving a gift at all, we see it differently when it comes to presenting something handmade. Gift items you’ve specially prepared for the members... [Read More]

The bridal bouquet remains one of the most important elements in the wedding ensemble. Far more than a mere collection of the bride’s favorite flowers, the bouquet completes the look that is both suited to the wedding theme and symbolic of her personality. Below are three creative ideas for making... [Read More]

The laid-back atmosphere and small-town appeal of Cape Cod draws numerous visitors, and prompts many to aspire for its lifestyle. These same qualities provide a great source of inspiration for gift and favor ideas that capture the mood and look of this summer haven. Welcome Guests with a Goody Basket Before... [Read More]