My Wedding's Do-It-Yourself stuff

Sabi nila sobrang stressful ang wedding preparation, but not for me. I really enjoyed every minute of it! For me, as long as you know what you want, how you want it to happen, you know your budget and where to source the materials, you will never go wrong.

Yung ibang bride kasi kaya nagiging stressful is because they're listening to everybody, and sometimes, want to please everybody. Kung anong gusto ng mother niya, ng mother-in-law niya, ng mga amigas, ng barkada... kaya at the end of the the day siya ang nahihirapan. Don't get me wrong, they're suggestions and advice are important; pero you should know what you want. This is your wedding.
And when the time comes that you'll look back during your wedding preparation and the actual ceremony, you'll think of the best memories of your life... at hindi yung pagiging bride-zilla mo.

And now, looking back, super nag-enjoy ako sa pag-gawa ng mga materials for my wedding. Todo research and shopping sa Divisoria and Wellmanson's para sa mga kailangang materials. Iba talaga yung thrill na nararamdaman ko while doing them and imagining kung anong kakalabasan. Six months before my wedding, I had enough time to finish all of my do-it-yourself materials nang hindi nangangarag, in fact making them serves as my relaxation and a chance to bond with my family. I also included the links of my inspirations. Here you go!

Wedding Theme: Modern Rustic
Color scheme: Navy blue, avocado green and light gray

My Wedding Arrhae

White candle lamp bought in Divisoria
Old heart pendant for the accent
See inspiration here...

My Wedding Chord

I bought most of the materials in Wellmanson's in Quiapo, Manila. Read more...

White metal crucifix key chain- Php30

Necklace with heart pendant- Php50
Navy blue glass beads- Php40Round metalic beads- Php20'Made with Love' metal charms- P40Lace ribbon with navy blue accent (bought in Tabora, Divisoria)- Php100

See inspiration here...

My Ring Holder

Mini wooden treasure box (bought in Tabora, Divisoria)
See inspiration here...

Wedding Candles (Unity Candle)

Candles with design bought in St. Paul's in SM Manila
I added lace ribbon with navy blue accent for my theme.

Customized hangers for my entourage

Crystal and pearl stickers bought in 168 Shopping Mall at Php60
Wooden Hangers bough in Divisoria for Php12 each

 

Bridal Shoes

I put "I Do" crystal stickers for extra drama :)

Reception Signage

An old calendar frame

Wooden stand (This was made by a carpenter, you can also use easel with stand)
I asked my sister to do the layout and she and her boyfriend printed it for us. (Thanks!)

See inspiration here...

Our Wedding Tokens

Chocolate Tablea  and marshmallows with Abaca gift bags. I bought the Tablea in Mahogany market in Tagaytay City for Php 5.50 each tablet and the Abaca fiber in Divisoria for Php80 per yard.

I did the layout for the tags.

Wedding Photo booth Props

See inspiration here...

Honeymoon Fund Bottle

I found this cute idea in Pinterest!

See inspiration here...

Spy Poster

I saw this in Pinterest site. This is an awesome way to engage your family and friends throughout the event. You will be surprised to see cute and dramatic photos tagged in your facebook or instagram account!
See inspiration here...

Our Wedding Reception Seat Plan

To avoid disastrous wedding reception, it is good to have a seat plan for your guests.

Marriage Ingredients Bottles

For my modern rustic theme, I thought of adding the 12 marriage ingredients bottles as accent for the entrance table.

Sample bottle label

Reception Comfort Room Sign

I put this on top of the sink beside the mirror for our guests. The basket has powder, sanitizer, alcohol, safety pins, nail files, and wet wipes.
See inspiration here...

Token for my Bride's Maids

Small token for my bride's maids, Infinity charm bracelets for endless love.