It’s easy to see why more and more brides are choosing to incorporate handmade craft ideas when planning their big day. This book is full of inspiration to help you plan the perfect wedding from hand making your own bouquet, to choosing the flowers, food and of course, the all-important dress. You’ll hear from real-life brides, and discover the secrets to getting everything just right in time for your special day. We have perfect handmade craft projects for you to complete to add those finishing touches to your wedding. Whether you want to save money or want to put that extra bit of love, care and individuality into your day, we’ll show you how to make invites, centrepieces, bunting and so much more. Get ready to plan the best day of your life!
WELCOME TO Your Handmade WEDDING
Your Handmade Wedding
CREATE CUTE SAVE THE DATE MAGNETS • Make these handy magnets to remind your guests to save the date
MAKE YOUR INVITES SPECIAL • Transform brown paper and lace into beautiful invitations
SEW SOME CHEERY BUNTING • Cut and sew your own handmade bunting to add a personal touch to your wedding day décor
CREATE EYE-CATCHING TABLE CENTREPIECES • Get your guests talking about your table decoration – in a good way – with these easy but highly effective crafty projects
MAKE A SPECTACULAR SEATING PLAN • The wedding can work up an appetite – ensure your guests know where to sit to get fed with this super simple seat plan
CRAFT SIMPLE BUNTING PLACE CARDS • Add a country-vintage touch to tables with mini-bunting place cards
MAKE A SIGN TO DIRECT YOUR GUESTS • Don’t risk your guests wandering around aimlessly; it’s simple to create some signs to help get them to where they need to be
GET CREATIVE WITH YOUR GUESTBOOK • Don’t settle for a boring guestbook; use this how to guide for creating something special
CRAFT YOUR OWN WEDDING FAVOURS • Wow your guests with these unique hand-crafted tea cup candles for them to take home and enjoy
SEW YOUR OWN WEDDING GARTER • Add your own spin to this much-loved tradition
MAKE BEAUTIFUL BOUTONNIÈRES • Learn how to make a pretty, unique, rustic-styled buttonhole for the groom, best man and ushers to wear
SWEET AS CANDY BUTTON BOUQUET • Learn how to construct a cute little bouquet out of buttons and sweets. A retro look that will pop with colour!
CREATE CRAFTY CONFETTI AND CONES • Confetti is a fun part of any wedding, but it’s even more fun to make your own. Read on and discover how to whip up romantic rose petal confetti and construct a beautiful cone to put it in
UPCYCLE A SUITCASE FOR YOUR CARDS • Create a fabulous vessel for your guests to leave their wedding cards for you by recycling an old suitcase
DECORATE TIN CANS FOR THE WEDDING CAR • Announce to the world you’re married by taking part in the tradition of trailing tin cans behind your car, only with a crafty twist
EMBELLISH A PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM • Learn this beautifully simple yet elegant way to display your memories in an album you can share with friends and family
WEDDING SCRAPBOOK • Remember the best day of your life by creating a beautiful scrapbook that holds your wedding photos and keepsakes from the day
EMBELLISH YOUR FAVOURITE PHOTO • Use a mixture of handmade and shop-bought items to help you create a stunning page.
VANILLA CUPCAKES WITH VANILLA FROSTING • The basic mixture for all cupcake endeavours
EXTRA VANILLA CUPCAKE FLAVOURS • Once you have your basic mixture and technique, try these alternatives
CAKE POPS • These fun and quirky treats are eye-catching additions to any wedding
MACARONS • Don’t be daunted by these incredible treats, follow this step-by-step recipe for picture-perfect macarons
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