We’re feeling quite inspired after our call for local DIY mavens brought these ten fabulous creations to our attention. So,take a look, dear readers, and let us know which handmade wedding creations are giving you the itch to get crafty (or, whose work you’d love to commission for your wedding)!
Stay tuned for feedback from our Guest Judge, Michelle Nguyen of Hey Love Designs (the winner scores her choice of Hey Love’s delicious concoctions!).
Betsy Noel
BETSY’S SAVE-THE-DATE CARDS
Betsy creates original designs that announce the Big Day with charm. Don’t you love the idea of having customized depictions of the bride and groom? These cards definitely deserve the front-and-center on the fridge (and the scrapbook)!
Etsy Shop: Betsy Noel Painting and Design http://www.etsy.com/shop/betsynoel
Trillium
TRILLIUM’S IVORY AND CHAMPAGNE PEARL EARRINGS
Part of the Godiva series, these pearl earrings on 14k goldfill are a reference to classic style with a modern twist. These handmade pieces have an organic quality – a welcome contrast from manufactured-looking jewelry. Beware: your bridesmaids are going to want ’em, too.
Etsy Shop: Trillium http://www.etsy.com/shop/trillium
Atelier Designs
STARR’S DAMASK WEDDING GUEST BOOK
This guest book features the sought-after damask design, enhanced by carefully selected materials like linen book cloth and satin ribbon .With a photograph of the couple on every page, guests can leave messages alongside their favorite. What a keepsake!
Etsy Shop: Atelier Designs http://www.etsy.com/shop/atelierdesigns
Inklove
KATIE’S THANK-YOU POSTCARDS
Who said the fun stops at the thank you’s? Katie’s postcards are a great way to share your favorite wedding photo while expressing your gratitude. Her creations are completely customizable, from the colors to the font to the wording, so all components are one-of-a-kind.
Etsy Shop: inklove http://www.etsy.com/shop/inklove
Art Shark Designs
MEGAN’S DC LOVE PRINT
Megan favors Gocco, a type of silkscreen printing, her series of romantic strolls. From Dublin to San Francisco to Alexandria, VA, there’s a city of significance for every couple. The DC love print is a treasure for Washington newlyweds!
Etsy Shop: ArtShark Designs http://www.etsy.com/shop/artsharkdesigns
Sapphire Boutique
CHANTELLE’S FLOWER TABLE NUMBERS
Simple and elegant, these table cards will definitely catch the eye of seat-searching guests. A unique feature is the petals, which can be pulled out to create even more dimension. Whether your tablescape is metallic, black and white, or hot pink, Chantelle tailors her designs to compliment your vision.
Etsy Store: Sapphire Boutique http://www.etsy.com/shop/sapphireboutique
Letterpress Light
HEATHER’S TALAVERA MEXICAN TILE PRESSED INVITATION
Inspired by time spent in Mexico City, Heather created this invitation with bold colors and vibrant designs. We love how it strikes that perfect balance between classic and contemporary. Each piece is embossed by hand, one at a time.
Etsy Store: Letterpress Light http://www.etsy.com/shop/LetterpressLight
Maggie Mayd
MAGGIE’S LOVE STORY COLORING BOOKS
A coloring book that illustrates how it all started! Couples send in photos of their favorite moments together, along with their story (the abbreviated version), and the artist creates one-of-a-kind picture book.
Makes for a totally unique wedding favor, or an entertaining activity at the children’s table.
Email Maggie at Musgravemaggie@yahoo.com for more details!
Art by Chapin
DEBBIE’S ANTIQUE LACE WEDDING GUEST BOOK
The antique Alencon embroidered lace on this guest book is a work of art in itself. Pairing this delicate material with warm, champagne-colored fabrics and strands of crocheted pearls, Debbie’s books are intricate and timeless. This calls for a gorgeous fountain pen!
Etsy Shop: Art by Chapin http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtbyChapin
Julia Kulp
JULIA’S CASCADING ORCHID EARRINGS
Julia believes you deserve a handmade pair of earrings on your wedding day, and we couldn’t agree more. Gold-plated flowers and 4mm crystal Swarovski beads create a delicate yet statement-making design that works with a range of gowns.
Etsy Shop: Julia Kulp http://www.etsy.com/shop/JuliaKulp
47 Comments
I vote fot Julia’s Cascading Orchid Earrings!! They look so delicate and I would wear them not just for a wedding but for going out!
I vote for Julia’s Cascading Orchid Earrings…they would make a great accent for the bride on her special day!
I vote for Julia’s Cascading Orchid Earrings. They are exquisitely beautiful along with the rest of the pieces in her shop. I am a huge fan!!
I vote for Julia’s Cascading Orchid Earrings. They are lovely and very versatile!
I think that Julia’s Cascading Orchid Earrings are a winning pair!
I vote for Julia’s cascading orchid earrings. Her creations are so beautiful and delicate. I would wear these earrings to many functions. In fact I will be wearing some of her jewelry pieces for a formal wedding this weekend.
I vote for Julia’s cascading orchid earrings! I love Julia’s craftsmenship and style. I own two of her pieces and could not be more pleased everytime I wear them!
Julia has always been a gifted craftswoman, and these earrings certainly capture her talents offer much to those lucky enough to wear them!
I love Julia’s earrings! They are beautiful and I feel like you can wear them with almost anything!
I vote for Starr!
My vote is definitely for Starr’s guest book — beautiful and classic!
I vote for Julia’s cascading earrings. They are so unique, and can be added to any outfit.
I love the damask book – I have a design notebook that I love from the same artist – Atelier Designs rocks!
Love the Damask guestbook!
I vote for Julia’s cascading earrings!
This wedding book gets my vote, what a perfect way to not only remember your special day but allow everyone to become a part of it!!
Something personal and precious that you can hand down to your family and keep …forever!
I have bought a number of items from Starr’s shop, each one is unique and beautifully crafted. I LOVE this design!
I vote for Starr’s guestbook. How clever and fun to put a photo of the couple on every page!
What a gorgeous wedding book by Atelier Designs! Starr gets my vote!
I vote for the wedding guest book. Great idea to have a picture of the couple on the interior pages!
I vote for Starr’s Damask Guest book! It’s a great wedding classic look w/o being too frilly! Love it!!
I vote for Starr’s guestbook! Love it!
I love for Julia’s cascading orchid earrings. They are beautiful and elegant!
Starr, your book is so elegant and pretty. What a lovely gift. I vote for Starr. Best of luck
Love Katie’s thank you cards.. I’m going to get mine from her.
I love Katies’ thank you notes. Simple and memorable
DC love print!
Starr’s is so elegant and it’s suitable for lots of different styles of weddings too.
I vote for maggie’s coloring book. She is so creative and I love her whimsy!
I vote for Heather’s invite!
Maggie’s coloring book – What an original idea. How cute!!
I love Maggie’s coloring book!
I lLOVE LOVE LOVE Maggie’s coloring book idea- so creative!!!
I love Maggie’s coloring booking – what a creative and original idea!
I vote for Starr’s guestbook-so pretty!
I vote for Starr!
MAGGIE’S coloring book is SUCH a refreshing idea for weddings…Love some original thought and character! I VOTE MAGGIE
Maggie’s Coloring Book has my VOTE
MAGGIE = VOTE
Maggie – what a wonderful + unique way to share a love story!! Maggie has my vote
I vote for Star, her work is amazing and you can still personalize it!
I love Starr’s book – gorgeous, well crafted, and so nice to have it so personalized with photos.
I vote for Maggie- AWESOME
I vote for Maggie!!!! – I love the idea. Everyone always wants to know how a couple meets and now they have a creative way to learn about the experience… and keep the kiddies entertained. Great work!!!!!
I vote for katies Thank You postcards !
Very different and unique !!!!!!!!
I vote for maggie’s coloring book. I love that it is unique and not a cliche wedding favor. It’s creative and adorable and screams “we are not a cookie cutter couple”
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