DIY Updo: Sophisticated Chignon With a Modern Twist

We are loving this season's vintage wedding trend, combined with DIY projects. But for those who wouldn't classify themselves as crafty brides (it's OK, just put the scissors and hot glue gun away) we have another idea on how you can save some money on your wedding day. DIY hairdo's! If you don't believe us, look at this easy Side Chignon tutorial by our favourite DIY wedding maven, Ms. Martha Stewart.

Read the instructions on how to get this look here.

Spring Is In The Air: Free Printables

It's hard to believe it's Spring with this wacky Ontario weather however, we refuse to give up on our favourite season. So, we're sending you all warm thoughts (literally) and a cute printable party pack we've just stumbled upon. OK, so it's not like this will make the weather nicer or warmer, but this free printable is pretty cute and did we mention it's free? That's got to take your mind off the weather . . . no?

This book-themed baby shower printable party pack was designed by Rifle Paper Co (for the May 2011 issue of Martha Stewart Living Magazine) and include baby shower invitations, bookplates, and a cute little bookmark.

Not hosting a baby shower anytime soon? You can use the bookplate and bookmark to accompany your favourite childhood classic or, use them as a prize for the Easter Egg Hunt you're hosting this weekend. The kids will love it!

Find the free printables here.

{Photo Source: Rifle Paper Co.}

Too Good to Eat Wedding Cupcakes by Martha Stewart

If you're thinking of bucking the old wedding cake tradition and replacing it with cupcakes, try these DIY cupcake ideas from our favourite domestic goddess Martha Stewart. They almost look to good to eat!



{Photo Credit: Martha Stewart Weddings}

 Cupcakes Row 1
Budding Beauty
Fresh-Baked Bloom

Cupcakes Row 2
Divination Cupcake
Monogram Cupcake