Aren’t these glow jars sublime?

They take about two minutes to make and cost only 20 cents a piece. How’s that for an enticing DIY wedding project?

These would look amazing at an evening outdoor wedding. Line walkways with them, or place them on tables.

If you like this project, check out my DIY ‘glitterarium‘. And if you want to add even more ‘wow’ to your festivities? Make ice shot glasses to go with your glow jars!

DIY Glow Jars Tutorial

For each glow jar you will need:

• a jar
• two Glow Sticks
• scissors
• rubber gloves
• safety glasses

Disclaimer: This is a project meant to be done by an adult – not a child!

Purchase Glow Sticks(I got a pack of 15 for $1.50) and dig a jar out of your cupboard.

Grab two glow sticks and cut at one end. Make sure they are inside the jar when you cut them. I used rubber gloves because I didn’t want to get the glowing liquid on my hands.

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If you’re seeking a book with projects that are modern and stylish, look no further than Paper + Craft: 25 Charming Gifts, Accents, and Accessories to Make from Paper. The cuteness extends past the most adorable Frenchie on the cover, into 25 paper crafts that range from hanging mobiles and tissue stars to custom silhouettes and flower gift tags.

The photos (by Johnny Miller) are gorgeous and all of the instructions are clearly illustrated and described making for a confusion-free crafting process. Just about all of the 25 projects could be used for a wedding too, which is a bonus.

In the intro of Paper + Craft: 25 Charming Gifts, Accents, and Accessories to Make from Paper, the authors put the idea behind crafting perfectly into words:

“We hope you undertake the projects in a spirit of inspiration rather than mimicry. The allure of crafting is that it fills the mundane with substance, and regardless of the imperfections or irregularities that will happen along the way, it is still entirely ‘yours,’ no matter how simple the object.”

If any of the techniques or project descriptions weren’t clear enough, there is a section in the back of the book dedicated to the materials, tools and resources that you may need.

One of my favorite projects from the book is a keepsake paper box that would be perfect for bridesmaids and groomsman gifts. The pinwheel name cards are also adorable and would be perfect for a playful outdoor summer wedding. The delicate tissue paper flower headpiece  would be gorgeous on a bride for a rehearsal dinner or for your flower girls. It looks relatively simple and quick to make and the result is stunning!

The mini goodie bags are simple, but incredibly chic and stylish as well, and would be perfect for favor bags. I especially love that you can make them out of any patterned paper that you like and that fit your theme. The book includes the template as well, which is helpful. The authors offer additional ideas, such as sealing them with a pretty label or adding ribbon to create handles if you’re looking for something a little fancier.

Another craft I love, and probably wouldn’t have even thought about, is paper pocket squares. Just think how creative you can get with your groom and groomsman’s pocket square patterns!

This book is a huge trend setter too; they jumped on the mustache decor bandwagon before there even was one to jump upon. Their mustache drink toppers are adorable and so much fun for guests.

Paper + Craft: 25 Charming Gifts, Accents, and Accessories to Make from Paperis such a good book because it is beautifully designed and photographed and all of the projects are very current and applicable to so many different occasions. For DIY wedding decor, this is an amazing crafting resource that inspires you to create not only what you’ve seen in the book, but also to make it your own and take it even further.

Rebekah is a DIY obsessed, wedding and event styling wizard who loves hunting her bay area  homeland for clever craft ideas, vintage gems, bargain buys, new pieces for her vintage rental line  and blogging inspiration. She and her husband live and write in Oakland. Read her blog.

Your flower girl will swoon over this precious DIY flower girl fairy – especially because you made it! She can even hang it on her Christmas tree each year as a fond remembrance of your wedding day.

Can you think of a more adorable way to ask: Will you be my flower girl? You could make these for your bridesmaids too – in your wedding colors!

I found the inspiration for these dolls here. I changed up the wings and flattened out the pom poms – leavingthe yarn strands a bit longer to make them look more like a tutu. (I made these for my daughters on their first day of school.  I called them ‘First Day of School Fairies’ and I popped them in their lunch boxes with a little note.)

Here’s how to make a flower girl fairy: (This is an easy and inexpensive project. The hardest part is painting the face, which really isn’t difficult at all!)

You will need:

• vintage clothespins
• yarn
• acrylic paint
• small paint brush
• scissors
• Glittery Paper(for the wings)
• glue gun
• ribbon
• card stock
• embellishments (optional)

Using skin color, paint the face and neckline of your clothespin doll.

Paint the torso, legs and the hair. (For my next doll, I will bring the flesh color up about an inch higher on the leg to “shorts” length, not capri length.)

Paint the face.

Paint the arms. You don’t have to get detailed with the hands, as this part will be hidden by the ‘tutu.’

Add the shoes.

Set aside and let dry.

Cobalt blue is one of my favorite colours of sea glass – and it happens to be hot for weddings too!

This handmade cobalt blue sea glass jewelry is in my Etsy shop.

This filigree heart locket filled with cobalt blue sea glass is stunning. A perfect bridesmaid gift! Need more than one? Drop me a line!

This cobalt blue pendant glows when it hits the light.

This stacked cobalt blue sea glass pendant is made with sterling silver findings and comes with a sterling silver chain.

This cobalt blue sea glass mosaic pendant is truly one-of-a-kind.