Do it yourself

More and more couples are realizing that many of the items needed for the wedding are simple things they can do themselves and for a lot less than retail price. Why pay $35 for a garter when you can make one yourself Here are some great do-it-yourself projects- from favors to centerpieces to everything!

Ring Bearer Pillow

A do-it-yourself ring bearer pillow, made by Kristatheangel.

First, select what fabric you want for the pillow. Some people wish to make a plain pillow and then have a decorative pillow cover while others simply make the pillow itself decorative. If you choose to make a plain pillow, buy a simple fabric (like muslin) for the pillow itself and then the decorative fabric for the cover. You'll most likely want at least 1 yard of each so that you will have extra fabric if you need it.

Next, make the pillow. Decide how big you want the pillow, then add at least an inch of fabric all the way around for the stitching.

If you're using decorative fabric to make the pillow, make sure the fabric is inside-out when you sew it (i.e. the less decorative side of the fabric is facing you while you're stitching.) Use a sewing machine or hand sew the fabric together on 3 sides and 3/4 of the way on the 4th edge. Use short stitches close together in order to ensure strength of the stitch and to help the stiches from being seen.

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