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Do you think there are few things better in life than curling up with a good book? Why not have a book themed bridal shower?
Wedding Style Guide has some free wedding printables for a book-themed shower, including bookmark invitations. Or you could use the library slip invitation idea from this library-themed wedding. You could have a ‘cupcake cafe’ and serve gourmet coffee and cupcakes. Yum.
I spent part of my morning strolling down the chocolate aisle at Shoppers Drug Mart. (It’s like Walgreens – except it’s Canadian.) My excuse? Easter. And since I have chocolate on the brain, (there’s a little bit on my shirt too), I thought I’d share printable candy bar wrappers from Rachel Ray. I think the design is lovely. Just click on the image and download the template.
You can also hop on over to Della Stella’s blog and learn how she made her printable candy bar wrappers. Amanda scanned a Hershey’s Special Dark label and modified it in Adobe Illustrator.
Still craving more candy bar wrappers? Creature Comforts has free printable candy bar wrappers (two sizes!) on her blog, along with instructions.
If you want candy bar wrappers, but you don’t feel like making them yourself, check out the gorgeous candy bar wrapper designs over at Karen Smallbone.
Okay, I admit it. I have never read Shel Silverstein’s The Giving Tree 
I found this free wedding template over at Merriment Design - a lovely blog that’s all about sharing awesome craft and design ideas.
Kathy, who owns the blog, explains that The Giving Tree save-the-dates were created by Adam Siegel for his fall nuptials. Apparently, Shel Silverstein’s
classic children’s book has special meaning to him and Cristin (his partner).
In the spirit of giving, Adam and Cristin are sharing their template for free. All that is requested is that anyone who uses it leaves a comment at Merriment Design or email Kathy at Merriment Design.
Here are the supplies that are needed:
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For complete instructions on how to create your Giving Tree save-the-dates, go to Merriment Design.
Please note that if you don’t have Adobe Illustrator
Maybe there’s another book
Aren’t these whimsical DIY pinwheels from designer Heather Bailey fantastic? I had lots of fun with these when I was a kid – although they weren’t nearly as pretty as these. Wouldn’t these be perfect for a your flowergirl? Or what about using them in your outdoor wedding ceremony or reception decor? You could also use them as favors if you have a tiny guest list. Use cardstock in your choice of colors and patterns. Heather has a free template for these pinwheels on her blog Hello My Name is Heather. I have not tried to make these myself. Looks like you need a few scrappin’ supplies and a bit of patience.
Check out Heather’s blog for more beautiful design ideas.
Looking for DIY ideas for your wedding program
Fill these wedding favor cones with cinnamon roasted almonds. Or Hershey Kisses. Or Jelly Bellies. Or Lavender Buds. What about rose petals? Fill them with whatever your little heart desires. The cool thing? These free wedding templates from Martha Stewart are easy as pie, and depending on what you fill them with, they can be very inexpensive. Just purchase some crepe paper, ribbon and some colored paper to print out the favor cones.
