BRONZE BUDGET BRIDE

This is a fun tutorial that you can use not just for your wedding day, but everyday. Who doesn't love a french manicure and you can do it yourself for a few bucks and a trip to you local dollar store.

Baby's Breath is usually used in floral arrangements as a filler but they are beautiful all on their own . The photos on this page display that beauty and you can make these arrangements yourself quite easily using flowers from FiftyFlowers.com, your local florist or find them growing wild this time of the year. Just look how stunning each centerpiece is and they are inexpensive too, so Baby's Breath definitely could be the perfect option for you!

 

I received my soon-to-be stepson's tux that I ordered on Ebay. It's GREAT!!! $17.99 + 9.99 for shipping and handling and it arrived in a week. It fits him to a "T" and the quality is fantastic!

It was a jacket, vest, slacks, tie and shirt. You can find the ebay store here : http://myworld.ebay.com/designerkidsfashion888/

I also ordered and received vest & tie sets from this company: http://myworld.ebay.com/royaleclothing/. Again, the quality is amazing and the fit is perfect. Just be sure to measure and order the size that goes with your measurements.

I just placed the order for the bridesmaid gowns today on Ebay. Custom made and only $70 each. No shipping charges. This is the Ebay site for that seller: http://myworld.ebay.com/abing006/For this seller, you take 16 different measurements to ensure a perfect fit.

*Knock on wood* so far every piece of formal wear I have ordered through ebay has been perfect! Not to mention, I've saved a bundle of money!

-- Bronze Budget Bride, Michelle

I love this flower wrap because not only is it beautiful but it's unique and these are the little things that turns ordinary into extraordinary on wedding day!

"The satiny weave of this scarf features a fabric flower stitched on one edge. The flower contains a loop, though which you tuck the scarf to form a wrap."

If you like this flower wrap too and want to take a closer look at it, you can find it at TheLimited.com!

Have you thought of getting a custom wedding garter made as a wedding keepsake? I'll be honest with you, I never thought much about it but that was until I met Victoria Joanne. She designs the most beautiful, hand-crafted garters and customized them to meet every bride's needs. If you want a special trinket added to it, she will do it; if you want a garter made from your fiance favorite hanky, she can make one; if you want one that says,  "Ms. Ying Finally Met her Mr. Yang," (that's mine by the way), well she can monogrammed the words on your garter too!



When it comes to creating custom garters, Victoria is the queen! Every one of her designs is more beautitful than the next.  "Embroidered monograms and personalized lettering sewn onto your wedding garter along with Swarovski Crystals are my specialty!" says Victoria, but everything she produces is gorgeous!



Yes, garters are her specialty but Victoria makes Monogrammed Ring Pillows, Monogrammed Dress Patches, Flower Girl Baskets and more...all done to perfection!



Brides rave day after day on her HCC Custom Wedding Garters Fan Page about the beautiful work she has done for them and even one of Bronze Budget Bride members, Stephanie Gilpin, who had this Fireman Garter hand made by Victoria and it's stunning!



If you are interested in getting a custom, wedding garter made, go to: www.CustomWeddingGarters.com or www.Hand-CraftedCreations.com to check out the selection and place your order.

If you're thinking about having a custom garter made but have a few questions for Victoria, first read all this handy dandy information she's provided on her Custom Wedding Garters website, then email her at: email@CustomWeddingGarters.com. Want to more about the other wonderful accesories she makes, drop her a line at: place_order@hand-craftedcreations.com!


Guess what, Victoria Joanne, she is a member of this site and be sure to stop by her profile page and say hi.

You can also find samples and pre-made designs on sale at Victoria's Etsy shop! Some of the pre-made garters are on clearance sale for as low as $8.00! Keep in mind these are one-of-a-kind, designer garters so if you see one you love, buy it before it's gone. But, if you don't see what you're looking for, fill out one of the custom order forms at www.Hand-CraftedCreations.com today to get a perfect, wedding keepsake created your way!

"Wearing high heels in grass or in any outdoor environment can be a forbidding experience. A high heel cover from SoleMates can do more than just keep your clean heels looking good, but it can extend the life of your shoes!"

You're probably wondering right now..."what the heck is a SoleMate?" Well it looks like this:


You place these tiny things on the heels of your shoes and viola... you no longer have to worry about sinking into the grass on your wedding day, whether it be during the photo taking portion of your day or at your out-door ceremony!



Read more about them at www.TheSoleMates.com. They are currently only available in clear and black for $10.00 each.

Don't forget they are reusable and would make great bridesmaid gifts!

We all want to look glamorous or elegant on our wedding day without spending a chunk of our budget on wedding accessories. I've worn crystal necklaces that people thought had real diamonds in them and you can do just that on your wedding day without guests giving it second thought.  Plus I doubt they will be focusing on your jewelry much when they'll have your beautiful gown to focus on. That is why you should check out SamMoon.com since there you can find a bunch of earrings, necklaces, bracelets and even gifts that will help you look as glamorous as you want to feel on your big day.



This site comes recommended and I wouldn't be telling you about it if they're jewelry weren't cheap too. As a matter of fact, you can buy many pieces of jewelry there for under $10! So click on the link so that you can go and see it for yourself. The website again is SamMoon.com!

Since I am pulling together my green and blue Caribbean theme wedding, I've been on the hunt for peacock inspired pieces to create that elegant feel I want to achieve. These two ring pillows are examples of what I want. I found them both at Luly's Wedding Accessories. I am having a hard time trying to figure out which one I like more though since each one have specific elements that I love... but they are both very different.



I may have to custom order a blend of the two if I can't decide and that way I'll have a one of a kind creation. I may also make one myself since I have some sewing skills but if I don't get around to it, at least now I know where to find two that I like a lot...at Luly's Etsy Shop.

If you just need flowers to make a corsages, you can buy a bouquet from Walmart for just $3.99.  You usually get at least 6 unopened roses that opens after two days in water!

So you'll need:




1/2" Iridescent Corsage Ribbon - 20 yds: $5.99



Dark Green Stem-wrap Floral Tape: $1.99