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relatives, and create table runners using freshly picked greenery. It looks a million dollars and costs nothing!
6. Bake it! Instead of giving your guests useless wedding favours, that will land in the garbage, bake sweet treats, such as cake
pops, cupcakes or macaroons, and place them
in cello bags with twine and a tag that reads 'midnight munchies'. Your guests will enjoy the sweetness at the end of the night.
Guaranteed!
7. Lights, camera, action! Instead of going to the expense of hiring a videographer, grab your best mate with a handy cam, and
get him to film all the fun bits. You can edit your
own home footage using different software such as iMovie, and create timeless footage that will 'wow' your socks off!
8. Something blue. Get crafty with a hot glue gun, and whip up a gorgeous lace and embellished garter using bits and bobs
from your local haberdashery store. Add a touch of
blue for that 'something blue' and be proud of your nifty work when your new husband is ripping it off!
9. Green thumb! Looking for centrepieces that will create a talking point? Head to your local nursery and buy mini succulents.
Add them to terracotta pots, wrap them in hessian,
and voila, you'll have fun centrepieces that will bring the outdoors in!
10. Let the good times roll. At the end of the day, you have to enjoy your big-day planning. So grab your bridesmaids and family and make all of your DIY crafts as a group.
There will be laughter and fun times all around.