Weddings are gorgeous affairs with beauty infused into even the smallest details. Leading up to the big day, brides and grooms find themselves immersed in a world of choices, including invitations and wedding stationery. With elegant options ranging from custom hand-painted designs to letter-pressed invites and laser-cut wooden albums, wedding invitations can quickly become pricey. Most couples spend between $400 and $650 on wedding invites alone.

That doesn’t mean you have to blow your entire wedding budget if you want stunning invites. You can still have a gorgeous design by making your own wedding invitations. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about designing DIY wedding invitations, including paper and online invitation options. Plus, you’ll find some of our favorite wedding invitations that you can customize online to help you get inspired.
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From spicy and crunchy to sweet and salty, snack mixes are an easy-to-grab offering your guests are sure to love. The best part? Most recipes can be prepared in advance (and simply tossed in a bowl when your party begins!) One thing is for sure, there’s no shortage of recipes to choose from. Below, we’ve rounded up seven of our favorite snack mix recipes for easy entertaining.

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Throwing a party? Before you run out to buy new decorations, give some thought to what you already have at home. There are so many opportunities to upcycle materials you already own into fun, handmade decorations. Keep scrolling for a little eco-friendly inspiration!

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A fabulous table runner can take your party décor to the next level (without being expensive or complicated). Below, we’ve rounded up several affordable, chic table runners with unexpected textures, bold colors, and playful patterns. The best part? All of these examples are completely DIY. In fact, you probably have many of the materials at home. Keep scrolling to see more!

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Summer—like all good things—must eventually come to an end. And what better way to celebrate the second half of summer than with a party? Whether you throw a backyard bash or an evening soirée, you can bring your party to life with some colorful DIY crafting. Keep scrolling for festive party essentials perfect for any late-summer gathering.

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Whether you’re planning a backyard barbecue, an intimate bridal shower, or a large-scale family gathering, a coordinated color scheme can help tie your whole party together and create a memorable experience for you and your guests. Once you’ve settled on the perfect palette, think about how you can incorporate the colors into your detailing. In need of a little inspiration? Keep scrolling for ideas!

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It’s that beautiful time of year where everything seems to come to life. The sweet sights of spring are in full bloom, along with a lineup of timely events to shake those winter blues. And why not? The temperature is perfect (not too hot, not too cold!) and the flower possibilities are seemingly endless. The best part? You don’t have to spend a lot to achieve a spring-inspired theme. Keep scrolling to see our best, budget-friendly ideas for pulling off a springtime soirée.

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As much as we’d all love to be one of those party hosts that can whip up a bakery-worthy cake from scratch, reality doesn’t always work like that. The rest of us can take pleasure in knowing that you don’t actually have to spend hours in the kitchen to create a gorgeous, party-perfect cake. With minimal effort (and a few easy tricks!) you can completely transform even the gaudiest of store-bought cakes into stunning masterpieces. Keep scrolling for tips and inspiration!

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Today’s post is brought to us by Brynn of Dandy & Fine Parties

Gal pals are the absolute best (and I have a feeling you would agree!) Who else can you hang out with in your pjs—gabbing about anything and everything that’s on your mind? I appreciate my girlfriends more than they know, which is why I want to throw them a little extra love this Valentine’s errr, Galentine’s Day! This official holiday takes place on February 13 (and it’s way more fun than Valentine’s Day!) So, in honor of my lovely lady friends, I am hosting a little shindig where we will eat, drink, be merry, and craft together! Continue reading to learn more about my festive tips on throwing your very own Galentine’s Craft Party!

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Today’s post is brought to us by Brynn of Dandy & Fine Parties

I am a big time believer in pretty gift wrap. I’ve never been one that can just use store bought paper, stick a bow on it and call it good. No judgment here if that is your cup of tea, I totally get the efficiency factor of it! I personally just like to make my gifts a little extra special for the recipients 🙂 Today I thought I would share a few of my essential tips and supplies to inspire you this holiday season!

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