So, while twiddling my thumbs since I can't book anything for another two months, I thought I 'd finally get around to posting a bunch of pics I've been promising
In the DIY spectrum, I've done a few floral mock-ups. I plan on DIY flowers which will arrive a few days before from Sam's Club.
First, I did a hand-tied BM bouquet. Actual size will vary, depending on how many BMs I end up actually having. Presently I was planning on buying 75 in this color and 25 white. (The white ones will be for bouts, corsages, and misc. decor). Mock-ups use 15.
Next, I made a kissing ball. I was planning on 150 carnations which should yield 6 balls. I'll hang them from 30" shepherd hooks I picked up at Dollar Tree. Afterwards the hooks will be transplanted to our yard.
The final mock-up I did was a cascading bridal bouquet made from lilies and roses. I'm undecided If I want to use pink roses or white roses. I'll also have white alstromeria that I could use for filler if needed. For the real deal I might do more of an upside-down teardrop shape as opposed to an oval.
I plan on putting a photo of my grandmother and FI's grandfather in these small lockets. I picked up the braclet for $1 clearance at JCP and figured that was cheaper than I could pick up lockets at a craft store so I'm just going to pop the lockets off and sew them on to my bouquet & FI's bout.
I picked up a cute dress on clearance on JCP.com. I saw it in store and LOVED it when it was full price, but figured for $10 I couldn't pass it up. It's bigger than FSD's current size, so she'll hopefully grow into it perfect for next summer. If not (or if she hates it) I can always wear it for a RD dress. Second photo is of it in packaging with BM bouquet mock-up.
I picked up two of these drink buckets for FSS's b-day cookout this year. $15 a piece at Walgreens including the stand. I plan on having them on either side of the aisle with personalized water bottles. July is hot - gotta keep people hydrated! FI started using it as an impromptu plant holder until we get our living room done.
I also picked up 5 of each of these LED paper lanterns. I may leave them as-is or cover them with fabric/silk flowers. I've seen tons of ideas on pinterest so far. Yay for Dollar Tree.
Or colors are actually teal & black, so I was considering repurposing some of my black shoes for the RD and/or wedding itself. Originally I was thinking wedges, since it's going to be outside - but hypothetically I'll be walking down the sidewalk and normal heels should be just fine. They have hardly been worn so far, and I hate to buy shoes to wear for just one day.
I also already own a petticoat that I was planning on wearing. I bought it for a costume, but it should still do the trick.
I also have decided that I love Charming Charlie, and found a jewelry set in the style I've wanted in there for probably cheaper than I can make it. I also think I'll end up visiting there for BM gifts as well - they're affordable but diverse enough I'll feel good about not DIY them all
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