The DIY Bride An Affair to Remember: 40 Fantastic Projects to Celebrate Your Unique Wedding Style

Cochran (DIYBride.com) provides an idea trove that will inspire the nuptial process of the budget-conscious. Projects are mostly favors, invites, ring holders and a few of the unexpected, such as making your own wedding rings with precious metal clays. She holds the crafter's hand through the process of producing cigar-box welcome packages, teacup centerpieces and paper parasols, with detailed lists of supplies and directions, tips and hints, and an itemized price breakdown %E2%80%93 with a dollop of humor hot-glued on the side. Eight wedding themes are presented, with five projects for each, enhancing any occasion calling for extra flair and less expense. And, if fairy-tale flower girl costumes or chicken-wire seating holders aren't your thing, inspiration can be mixed and matched. And of course, that critical element %E2%80%93 an estimate of just how many bridesmaids, moms and aunts will be required for crafty assistance %E2%80%93 completes this wicker basket of ideas that will enliven the celebration of marriage %E2%80%93 or just any good party. (Jan. 3)