Days 14-16: Bouquet 101

One post, three different crafts, one must: flowers. The bridal march will be nothing but complete with that perfect bouquet. I've dubbed myself to be a broke-ass bride-to-be and being one entails having a keen eye on where we'll put our money. To cut our expenses, we've agreed to plunge into the...

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Ocular: Makati Parks and Garden and Our Lady of Guadalupe

We had a very busy Saturday with Francis barely sleeping as he just went home from work. It was pretty manic if you'll ask me. At exactly two in the afternoon, we went straight ahead to Makati Parks and Garden to check it out. While on the way there, we were able to spot a chapel that is...

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Day 13: Memoir-filled Guestbook (Check!)

Going over Internet articles and how-to instructions has been my recent addiction. I can't help raving about these fantastic DIY projects. For instance, I've been lurking in forums finding cheap options to cut our wedding budget. With just 100,000 PHP in our plate, Francis and I know that it'll be one...

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Day 12: Tissue Paper Carnations (Check!)

As a DIY queen wannabe, I've particularly decided to replace fresh flowers with tissue paper versions. For one, these beauties can last and I can re-use them as decorations for our future love nest. Likewise, my friends and I can all participate in the preparation. I'm not really a demanding kind...

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Quick Update: NSDG Guadalupe and Makati Parks and Garden

Just a few hours ago, I received a call from Francis regarding his conversation with the admin staff of Nuestra Señora de Gracia Church in Guadalupe, Makati City. As per their conversation, he found out that the fee there is now 15,000 PHP, which is a little beyond our budget for the church ceremony. The staff was friendly and attentive to my fiancés inquiries. He discovered that they do allow pencil booking but on the note that you will reserve...

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Day 11: Table Numbers

Table numbers, along with other paper craft ideas, pretty much enlighten every wedding party. With a touch of creativity, you can turn that dull numerals into a set of chic and cozy paperwork. Here's one good deal of tutorial I grabbed online. Chic and comfy Materials: Color printerCard stock in color...

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Checklist: 12-Month Planning Countdown

CHECKLIST: 12-Month Planning Countdown 12 months before: The Research Stage (January) • Set-up a wedding planner or organizer. (online website and wedsite) You'll have to keep track of the updates on your planning stage and what cheaper way to do this than to create a blog and have all pertinent details posted there. • Draft and finalize the attendees including the entourage. Every budget-constrained couple must understand and accept the fact that they'll...

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Day 10: Vintage Jars Centerpiece

We know that going for a vintage-themed wedding is costly. But we're not giving up on this idea yet. Ours won't be a fancy vintage celebration. Rather, it will be warm, cozy, and modest. The idea of incorporating rustic vintage elements is to provide an artsy and elegant look to the entire function. Putting...

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Day 9: Creative Paper Flower Tutorial (vid)

I've started  scouting easy-to-execute craft ideas via Youtube to select efficient guidelines we will use for our own wedding party. To date, I've spent nine days of research.  The tutorial I've selected is actually very interesting. It's one you can use to adorn your invites. The Youtube user has posted her take on making paper flowers. Materials  * Paper of different texture and design * Paint * Sponge * Glue * Special puncher ***...

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Day 8: Paper Roses as Bouquet (Check!)

I am a budget-conscious wife-to-be not only because of the limited resources we have at the moment, but also since Francis and I are both reluctant to splurge on our wedding party. It is a once in a lifetime event, yes. That's the exact point! You'll only be celebrating it once!  More things...

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Day 7: Going Gaga Over Tissue Pomanders

I stumbled upon a wedding DIY site that is just ravishing! Project Wedding is just a haven of various DIY projects. For my 365 DIY project challenge, I've chosen this project involving tissue pomanders as these are just simply beautiful.The finished productMaterials1. Styrofoam Balls: Sold at craft...

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