Wedding Festivities {DIY+Gift ideas!}

Posted by JO.LIU on March 18, 2014

Wedding season is around the corner and we know being a bride or the bridal party can be costly. I attended a wedding this past weekend at City Hall in San Francisco. It was simple, elegant and price efficient! Here are some ways to help you save!
Make your own wedding sash! It's as simple as tacking a beautiful trim onto a ribbon! All you need is a needle, thread, ribbon and trim of your choice! Check out your local trim stores and get creative! I went to M&J Trims in New York and purchased 2 yards of 2" wide peach colored ribbon and 1 yard of beaded trim, this is what I came up with:

Total cost: $58

Make your own bouquet! Go to the flower market early to get the first picks. We bought a giant bouquet of 24 long stem pink roses and dark purple calla lilies. It was more than enough for the bride's bouquet as well as Boutonnieres for the bridal parties. All you need are some flower tape and a few pins and you are all set!

Total Cost: $28

Bridesmaid Gifts! Giving your bridesmaids a thank you gift is a common to-do for a wedding festivity. Here are our top 9 picks under $80!

From left to right: 1. Crystal Chain Rings- $25: Choose between 2 or 5 crystals and can custom it in any color for you! 2. Deco Pendant- $60 & up: Available in 4 different colorways 3. Slanted Edge Rings- $38 & up 4. Tiny Wishbone Ring- $18.20 {On Sale!} 5. Jaime Tiny Hoop Earrings- $46 & up: a mix of all tiny vintage watch parts making each piece one of a kind! 6. Solidity Pendant- $62 & up: Available in 4 different colorways 7. Generosity Pendant- $69 & up: 4 different colorways, 2 length options and custom gem choices available! 8. Round Evil Eye Rings- $36: Available in 3 different colorways 9. Heart Studs- $72 & up: Available in 4 different colorways with sterling silver posts!

Wedding Jewelry! Jewelry can make an outfit! A simple dress can be turned into a whole different wedding attire. Here are some goodies we wore during the wedding. You can find most of these online! SHOP NOW!