DIY No Sew Pillow

I'm excited to share this post with you because it's my  First DIY tutorial...that I actually made. Yay. I'm in the process of coming up with a design for our bedroom and I wanted to make some pillows. So I received some nice sturdy pillows from my neighbor who was cleaning out her attic and I decided to dress them up. I didn't want to go through the hassle of sewing not to mention I don't have a sewing machine:)  So I came up with this quick, easy and affordable DIY No Sew pillow!
I know you might be thinking what does this have to do with wedding planning? I figured if you are going to have your ring bearer holding a pillow, why not have a fancy and cheap one? The best part is that you can  reuse it in your bedroom after the wedding.

Materials Needed:

1. Fabric: I used a curtain I got on sale at Target for less than $2.00.

2. Fabric for flowers: I trimmed out the excess from another project I had going on.

3. Pillow: Free

4. Safety Pins:

5. Rubberband: I used a hair tie

6. Hot glue gun

7. Scissors

Total for the No Sew Pillow Project: under $2.00

 I already had the other materials not to mention the free pillow!

1. Get all your material..sorry I didn't take a picture of all the material but the list is above.



2. Cut the fabric with enough length to cover the pillow half way, length wise. Width wise cut about an extra inch or two. ( Sorry for the vague measurements, it would depend on the size of your pillow)

3. Cover half the pillow length wise.

4. Cover the other half length wise.

5. Fold one corner across the pillow diagonally.

6. Pinch the fabric one fold at a time.

7. This is what it should look like when are done with one side.

8. Tie all the folds together, leaving extra space for the other side.

9. Create the same folds on the other side and tie together. 

10. This is what it should look like...you're almost done!

11. With the material for the flowers, cut the fabric into strips. Create your center by twisting the fabric and continuing to twist the fabric as you go. Twist and Turn.

Note: For a bigger flower twist loosely.

          For a smaller flower twist tightly.

11. This is what it should look like.

12. Once you have your flowers you can start pinning them onto the fabric. Pin from underneath so the pin is not exposed.



13. One down, two more to go...you are done!

Looks complicated but its super easy. Give it a try and let me know how it turned out.

So what do you think of my First DIY tutorial?

Awesome D.I.Y tools

Two new discoveries I made this week. Don't know which one to mention first because they are both so awesome. Okay, first is this awesome website that provides vintage graphics and crafts.  You can print these images for your wedding essentials or transfer them onto totes, towels, pillows, etc. and give them as gifts. Head on over to Graphics Fairy, and check them out.






Through this site I also found my next inspiration. Apparently, Sherwin Williams has a new tool called letschipit , where you can upload an image and they will match it with paint chips. Light bulb went on, and I thought this tool would be so helpful to all the brides stuck on choosing a color palette for their wedding. Its so easy and amazing! Simply go to letschipit. Choose to upload an image or enter image url. Once you have an image this tool will give you a couple color options. I think this tool did an awesome job with this beautiful peonies bouquet.  What do you think?

 

Paint Chip

The Look for Less: Drew Barrymore Wedding

For those of you who are a fan of Drew Barrymore, this post is just for you:) I tried to compile an inspiration board based on some photos I found on the web. Being that the wedding was very private and intimate there weren't many photos available. So based on what I found it seems as though the wedding was very simple yet girly chic. Drew wore a Chanel embroidered dress, she walked down the aisle holding a bouquet of pinks and ivory  flowers, her hair pulled back and accessoried with a tiara. I'll be honest I'm not a fan of her dress or her look...wow...really? I think she could of done better...but pretty dress or not, I must admit she looks really happy and that's all that matters.
Tell me what you think about Drew's Wedding Look for Less, from Drew's wedding dress to Drew's wedding decor.

 Wedding Photo by Gloss and Glam

Photo by Gossip Overload

Maternity Dress photo credit by The Knot

  

Pink Gold Flower Diamond Stud Earrings
 Ivory Enamel Hinge Cuff Bracelet

Tiara with Rhinestone and Pearl, Silver

                            

            Peonies Bouquet by Martha Stewart                       

                          

                                                                 Source: images.search.yahoo.com via May on Pinterest

                                        Source: everbooty.playz.it via Rodneisha on Pinterest

Which peony is your favorite?
Photo credit: Oncewed

Fuchsia Peony Invitation Kit only $13.99 for 25

48" Solid White Umbrella  $4.25 each

Though I think the reason they had these umbrellas was for privacy not for decor, I still made it part of the look just in case anyone considered having these. Or you can use white parasols for some guests or the bridal party.

White Paper Wedding Party Parasol 32in

 

Or

Check out Oriental Trading to Design your Own $30.50 for 12

Design Your Own Parasols, Party Decoration and Favor Ideas, Party Themes & Events - Oriental Trading

So what are your thoughts on Drew's look for her wedding? 

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Thanks, Cuckooforcoupondeals

DIY Wedding Cake Techniques

In my continous quest to helping brides to save money, I decided to find easy yet classy looking frosting techniques for those who have opted to make their own cake or considering it. These techniques look so simple even a bridezilla can do it:) Kidding about the bridezilla part:) After getting quotes from many caterers or bakers, you will find that making your own cake would be cheaper. This would be a big savings in your budget. To save on your wedding cake and save yourself a headache, have a couple practice rounds with someone who you would trust to make your cake. I know this is nerve recking but with the techniques I have found, you won't need Ace of Cakes to make your cake...even though that would be nice:) Let me know what's your favorite technique.

                              Source: strawberry-chic.blogspot.com via Eventlookforless on Pinterest

This is truly adorable and functional not just for a wedding but also a bridal shower, baby shower, or even Mother's Day. If you love this rose technique check out Strawberry-Chic, for the complete tutorial.

                                         Source: sockerrus.se via Eventlookforless on Pinterest

Can you guess what is needed to create the technique on the cake above?....A spoon. I couldn't believe it. How clever is this?

                                                  Source: sweetapolita.com via Eventlookforless on Pinterest

As mention on Sweetapolita, there is a Youtube tutorial that shows you how to frost a cake using the ruffled technique. This looks so cool.

                           Source: baking911.com via Eventlookforless on Pinterest
 

Wow...does this not look fake? Well, it isn't. This cake is perfect using an upside down technique. Make sure you have a couple practice rounds before making your final product. I'm still amazed at the perfection..good thing i'm not showing you the tutorial...I would mess this up for sure.

Visit baking911 to see their tutorial on this technique.

    

                                               Source: melskitchencafe.com via Eventlookforless on Pinterest 

              I found a homemade vanilla frosting. According to the reviews its really good...aka the best. 

                    

                                       Feel free to comment on other techniques you've used or seen.

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DIY Vintage Gothic Wedding Theme

Sorry, its been a while. Today I was inspired to post this Vintage Gothic Wedding Theme. First, I wanted to post this because I couldn't believe that a gothic wedding theme could look so classy. Second, because I was amazed at how this theme came together with lots of DIY projects. If you look closely at the details of this theme, you will find that pages from some books,  as well as some lace and ribbons, gave this theme a vintage look.

Once again, Hostess with the Mostess, has inspired me with their awesome themes. Can't have enough. So for those on a budget who think classy and elegant only fits a wealthy person's pocket...think again. With just a couple of ripped pages from an old book and some inexpensive lace, your wedding can be just as expensive looking. Remember get the look you want on a budget you can afford.

                                                                          Source: blog.hwtm.com via Eventlookforless on Pinterest       

Amazing how a couple of book pages make a simple white cake look so classy. Great way to save money.

              

                                         Source: blog.hwtm.com via Eventlookforless on Pinterest 

Who isn't loving this Vintage Gothic inspired candy table? ...I'm lov'in it...What are your thoughts on this table?

                                        Source: blog.hwtm.com via Eventlookforless on Pinterest

I love the little details, like wrapping chocolate bars with old book pages and topping them off with a little button. So clever.



What are your thoughts on this theme?

If you like this theme, click here to check out the rest of this theme's photos.