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The Bride's Guide : Martha Stewart Weddings » DIY/Crafts
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The Bride's Guide: Ideas from the Editors of Martha Stewart Weddings
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Wedding Ideas for Every Season

Weve rounded up our favorite seasonal ideas so you can fill your big day with details that reflect the time of year. Start searching for inspiration by season: Spring: ...

10 may 12 1 person likes this

Special Series: Lemon and Mint Well-Wishes

Annemarie Buckley of Scouts Honor Co. loves the idea of guests writing notes of encouragement, congratulations, or advice to the couple on their wedding day. "But it can ...

25 apr 12 1 person likes this

His-and-Hers Wedding Favors

Its never been a requirement, but how nice is this idea of setting up something special for the men attending your wedding? At this reception in Afton, VA, the couple ...

05 apr 12 2 people like this

Pin of the Day: Ombré Petal Curtain

Color us impressed by Esther Kims DIY petal curtain, above. Esther says, "I made this petal curtain as the backdrop for my wedding. I used over 8,000 ...

04 apr 12 1 person likes this

This Week in Weddings

What were clicking on and talking about in the office. Black bottom cupcakes by Bakerella If these black bottom cupcakes by Bakerella are wrong, I dont want to be right. ...

30 mar 12 1 person likes this

DIY Wedding Centerpieces

No matter what look you have in mind for your reception table décor, theres a DIY option to bring it to life. Weve pulled together an eclectic mix ...

29 mar 12

Join the Pom-Pom Squad

Our paper pom-poms have helped make many a wedding more festive. But this is a first that Ive seen: Hitched Salon in Washington, D.C. used them in their bridal ...

26 mar 12 1 person likes this

Colorful Chalkboard Menu

This menu reminds us a bit of the daily specials displayed at our local diner, but vibrant colors and whimsical script keep it fun. Itd fit right in ...

23 mar 12 1 person likes this

Springtime Flair

No matter what season it is, scarves are a fun way to spice up an outfit. They add color and drama to something as simple as a white ...

22 mar 12

Big Blooms, Small Budget

Magnolia blossoms are big, beautiful harbingers of spring, but they are a bit pricey and not all that cooperative. Our solution? Mix real leaves with gorgeous paper flowers ...

22 mar 12

A Glossary of Wedding Terms

Ever wonder what were talking about when we throw certain words around? Get the A-Z on weddings vocabulary in this handy glossary. Youll find the definitions for specific ...

19 mar 12

Spring Has (Almost) Sprung

Were being a bit teased in NYC with temperatures that are in flux lately, but we know spring is coming eventually. Check out all of our latest Good ...

16 mar 12

DIY These Photo Escort Cards

Love, love, love this idea: Let guests know how important they are to your celebration by showing friends and family to their seats with old snapshots! This real bride spent ...

14 mar 12 1 person likes this

Oh Snap! Try Out This Virtual Photo Booth

Have you heard of Photoboother? Its a cool website that turns your photos into an old school photo strip. Once youve uploaded your photos (four frames per strip), ...

12 mar 12

Scene Stealer: Oversize Paper Flowers

Over here at Martha HQ, we’ve been big on fashioning your own blooms out of crepe paper and other nonfloral elements for a while, but these ginormous ...

12 mar 12

This Week in Weddings

What were clicking on and talking about in the office. Diane Yang initial necklaces, $42 each If you need bridal party gift ideas, look no further than these fun takes ...

09 mar 12

Cocktail Hour Appetizer Art

Theres nothing new or ground-breaking about serving cheese and crackers during cocktail hour, but have you ever snacked on savory treats that look like this? Strips of plum paste ...

08 mar 12

Make Your Own Custom Wedding Banners

Photo by Jose Villa How sweet is this photo from Leila and Tony’s real wedding (currently featured in our spring issue). Want to re-create this moment at your celebration? ...

07 mar 12

Our Favorite Boxed Wedding Favors

How can you make a basic white box work as a wedding favor? Let us count the ways: Get all our best how-tos for beautifying a plain favor ...

07 mar 12

Sweet Signage

I came across these giant cross-stitch works of art today on Etsy (via Design Crush), and Ive got to say, Im a little obsessed. Imagine them stitched with ...

06 mar 12

An Updo You Can Do

They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I wholeheartedly agree and so does my Carolina Herrera-inspired hair. I was smitten with the CH spring 2012 runway updo created ...

05 mar 12

This Week in Weddings

Orchid X-ray by Brendan Fitzpatrick These floral x-ray photographs by Brendan Fitzpatrick are stunning. Wouldnt they make lovely motifs for a wedding? (Via This Is Colossal) Love this list of ...

02 mar 12

Amazing Bonbon Balloons

I have such a crush on these incredibly festive and fun balloons by Bonbon. They come in a rainbow of colors with cute decorated tails and some are ...

28 feb 12

DIY Idea: Multi-Purpose Program

We love the idea of making your exit down the aisle as exciting as your entrance. Heres a fun (and smart) way to do it: Craft your ceremony ...

27 feb 12

Champagne-Themed Oscar Party

Sunday is Oscar night, and Im sure many of you will be watching. Inspired by our champagne story, Ive put together some over-the-top ideas of what Id like ...

24 feb 12

This Week in Weddings

What were clicking on and talking about in the office. Emerald Lake Lodge, Yoho National Park, British Columbia, Canada Check out these amazing wedding locations! Which is your favorite? During the ....

24 feb 12

Movie-Themed Party Ideas for Oscar Night

Planning an Oscar viewing party for movies biggest night? We’ve got you covered with creative ideas from the pages of Martha Stewart Weddings that will help you throw ...

23 feb 12

Our Ideas, Your Way

What inspires us? You do! We love seeing how real brides use our ideas. So I was jazzed to hear from Erin Gouveia. Erin, who happens to be ...

14 feb 12

DIY Valentines Day Cards

These handmade cards let you put your personal touch on a special message for your fiance. Clockwise from top left: 3-D accordion cards will make your sweet message pop ...

06 feb 12

This Week in Weddings

Alexis Mabilles spring 2012 couture collection included big, bold flower "hats" that are reminiscent of our crowning glories (above). Want to make one for yourself? Heres how to ...

27 jan 12

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