Burlap Bliss

The rustic simplicity of burlap makes it a perfect decor addition to any rustic-chic inspired wedding! Not to mention that it is super inexpensive and offers countless DIY projects! Seriously, for $2 to $3 a yard you can create burlap bliss! Here is some fabulous burlap inspiration:

 Burlap Invitation Details

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Burlap Ceremony Details

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Burlap Floral Details

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Burlap Reception Details

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A Rustic-Chic Bridal Session

I am just swooning over this beyond beautiful bridal session from Simply Bloom Photography! A gorgeous field, stunning florals, and a pretty pink vintage dress... ahhhh LOVE!

Compliments:

Photographer: Simply Bloom Photography

Source: Wedding Dress Outlet

Gown: Etsy seller Vintage Opulence

Southern Plantation Inspiration

Southern Plantation Inspiration by caitlin.l on Polyvore.com

North Woods Lodge Inspiration

North Woods Lodge Inspiration by caitlin.l on Polyvore.com

Amber Inspired Ranch Wedding

I am a huge fan of anything and all things amber! I just love the color! So after catching a glimpse of this gorgeous wedding and fabulous centerpieces, amber of course, I knew I had to share!

I love the use of patio umbrellas over the ceremony site! Not only are they functional but they bring a

touch of design beauty that I cannot help but swoon over!

Amber glass wear can be found at just about any antique store or flea market. A perfect combo, budget-savvy and beautiful!

Compliments:
Photography: Jose Villa Photography
Source: Once Wed
Venue: Holman Ranch

DIY Redneck Wine Glass

 If you share the same love for mason jars that I do, I guarantee this budget-savvy DIY is a necessary addition to your bridal "To-Do" list! Not only is it a great conversation piece, but guests can screw on the mason jar lid in between sips to avoid spills on the dance floor! Seriously, how great is this?!

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"Redneck" Wine Glass

What you will need:

Mason jar
Candle stick
E-6000 glue
Twine

Instructions:

Simply, use E-6000 to glue the base of the candle stick to the bottom of a mason jar and let dry.

Tip:  I suggest using twine to keep the lid attached to jar.

Lastly fill with beer, sweet tea, wine or some moonshine... cheers!

Birch Bark DIY

I can't help but get a little giddy every time I see some birch bark decor! The rustic simplicity of the bark next to literally any flower or ambiance of a candle is truly breathtaking. So with the birch bark trend on the rise, vases and other decor pieces can be purchased just about anywhere! But as a budget-savvy bride the cost for these items can sometimes do a little damage to the honeymoon fund.  Thankfully due to the flexibility of birch bark it also makes an awesome DIY, give this a try:

     Birch Bark Vase DIY

Things you will need:

Tape measure
Cylinder (Try using soup cans, paint cans, etc..)
Birch bark
Scissors
Hot glue and hot glue gun
Twine

Birch Bark Tips

• Where to get birch bark:
• If birch bark is native to your area, I suggest taking a stroll with your fiance on a local hiking trial.  Tons of birch can be found on a forests floor! You may also grab some of the loose bark off of the trees, but let me repeat only the LOOSE bark.  It will cause damage to the tree by leaving big bald patches on the trunk, and we don't want to do that! For a less scenic alternative, sheets and logs of birch bark can also be purchased online from various sites.
• Care for your birch bark:
• Birch bark can carry dust and some small bugs. Generally this is nothing to worry about, but if the bark will be near food I suggest dunking the loose bark pieces in a bowl of water and a cap full of bleach.  Be sure to let the bark dry before gluing.

• The aging of bark:
• Birch bark eventually will dry out and crack.  To extend the life of your bark, soak in a mixture of 3 parts water to 1 part Acrylic Matt Medium for 1 hour and let dry before assembly.

• Instructions: (Using a sheet of birch bark)

  1) Measure the height and circumference of cylinder with a tape measure. 
  
  

  2) Using scissors, cut the bark using the measured dimensions but make the length of the bark 2-inches longer than the measured circumference which will allow for overlapping.  
  
  

  3) Apply hot glue to the outside of cylinder. Then, press the birch bark on the glue against the back the cylinder.  
  
  

  4) With the excess length, overlap and glue down.  
  
  

  5) Hold the cylinder in the palms of both hands until the glue dries to ensure the bark stays in place. 
  
  
  6) Next, wrap a few coils of twine around to bark to keep in place and allowing the glue more time to dry. 
  
  
  7) Finally, leave twine in place or remove depending on preference. Add water, flowers, or candle and enjoy! 
  
  
  

  

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  Note: If using loose bark, simply glue the strips to cylinder and let dry!
  
  

  

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  Birch Bark Votive DIY

  
  

  Things you will need:
  

  
  

  Birch bark logs

  Circular drill and bit 

  
  

  Instructions:
  

  1) Based upon the dimensions each votive, drill into the end of each birch bark log.

  
  

  2) Add votive, light and enjoy! 

  
  

  

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  Tip: To personalize vase or votive, use an x-acto knife to carve personalization into bark.

  
  

  

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