I came across these Tapestry Favor Boxes while browsing for favor boxes on Efavormart.com and I think they are a new addition since I don't think I would have missed them before. They are beautiful, I love the design, it's so elegant and chic. You can buy 100 for $26.99, that's 27¢ per box and they are eco-friendly too. You can get them in Ivory, Turquoise (Blue), Fushia, Sage (Green), Pink and Black.

So they are beautiful, elegant, eco-friendly and cheap...now that's a favor box that's perfect for a Bronze Budget Bride and that is why I couldn't pass up the chance the tell you about them. Check them out as soon as you can and I hope there's one that matches your wedding theme because they are so pretty. :)

This centerpiece is very easy and very affordable to make, plus all you need are decorative pears  which you can find for $4.99 per bag of 12 at save-on-crafts.com and any vase of your choosing.



You can find the vase above here for $7.49 but you can choose any from this page on the site.



Once you have the pears and the vase you want to use, just place the pears neatly into the vase. That's all the effort you need to make this centerpiece an yet it will last for as long as you want. That's pretty amazing.


photo credit: collectionsbykathleen.com

One of my latest bridal T.V. obsessions is TLC's Four Weddings which airs Friday nights at 10/9c. On the show, fours brides get to attend each others wedding to judge it and give scores on the whole experience. They have to rate the food, the dresses, the venues and their overall experience.  The bride with the most points at the end of it all wins a five-star honeymoon. So why do I love this show? Well, besides the fact that it's about four weddings that I get to take ideas from, I also get to hear some honest critic about what these ladies, guests, think about certain parts of a wedding.

My big lesson from last week's episode was that you can't wow your guests with the decor in the ceremony then go low key at the reception. Guests will be expecting to be wowed at the reception as well. That was just one many but I was also reminded of how much guests love a dessert table, and that many are there for you but for the food as well.

Don't get me wrong, you might be tempted to make some revisions to your own wedding after hearing what some of the brides say but you'll also get some wonderful ideas.

So watch it tonight...get inspired and let me know what you think!!

You may know these flower balls as kissing balls or pomanders! I love how they look in outdoor weddings and it's an easy way to add decor to  the ceremony. Those I've added today are made with silk flowers and you can find them here  at Afloral.com starting at $5.99!



Here's an example of how one bride used them in her wedding and you can find more details about it here at livejournal.com!



You can also use pomanders in centerpieces, as bouquets and just about every part of your wedding.



photo credit www.picodesign.com

Japanese 32" Parasols White Natural Paper & Bamboo $5.69

"Use for guests at sunny outdoor ceremonies. White paper parasols will help keep the sun out of your guests' eyes~ and help to shade them from the sun. This is a sturdy parasol with a bamboo frame. Open parasol measures 32" in diameter. Bamboo handle is 24" long. Closed parasol is 25" long."


Go here to see it for yourself.

Photo of couple by Ryan Phillips Photography from Ceremony Magazine

There are only fourteen (14) wedding dresses for sale right now at ABCFashions.net that's priced under $300 but I'm telling you that they are worth taking a peek at. Among them you will see ball gowns, mermaid gowns, A-line gowns and even gowns perfect for a beach ceremony in the small collection. Plus, while you are there you can also shop for bridesmaid dresses, shoes, flower girl gowns and much more.

This is what they had to say about themselves...

 "We have high quality and fashionable wedding dresses for under $300! All of our wedding dresses are under $850 and many include a matching shawl/bolero jacket with a handbag. Don't rent a tuxedo...Buy a tuxedo for $130! FREE Ground Shipping on Orders Over $100! Shop at ABC Fashion for the best selection of Prom Dresses, Wedding Dresses, Quinceanera/Sweet 16 Dresses, Men's Tuxedos & Suits at discounted prices. FREE Ground Shipping on Orders Over $100! Visit us today!"

So there you have it... visit them today.

For those planning a beach wedding, I thought this diy project from OrientalTrading.com would delight you. All the items you'll need you can find them here on the site but keep in mind, you don't have to limit yourself to the candy pail. I'll be using the ribbon detail with the starfish and adding it to a favor box or bag for the seashell candles I'm making for our guests.

MATERIALS:

• White Tinplate Pail with Handle

• Blue Organza Ribbon Roll

• Starfish Assortment

• Pop Up Glue Dots

• Glue Dots

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Place at least 3 glue dots spaced evenly around the top of the bucket.

2. Place ribbon around the top of bucket, and add one more glue dot to secure in place.

3. Tie ribbon to create a bow or cut a separate piece to make a bow and glue to the bucket seperately.

4. Use one more glue dot to add a starfish to the bow.

It's that easy!