$1000 Handmade Wedding Giveaway

Project Wedding and Etsy Wedding Divas have teamed up to offer an amazing prize package to a lucky bride! I am a huge Etsy fan so, I couldn't be happier to share this giveaway with everyone! Adding handmade items to your wedding is a fabulous way to personalize your wedding and have it tailored to fit you both!




This giveaway is easy to enter - "like" Etsy Wedding Divas on Facebook and the leave a post on the Project Wedding contest entry page saying you have done that and what your wedding colors are! Simple. A random winner will be selected on April 11, 2011. Your wedding must be after May 16, 2011 to enable time for your goodies to be delivered! Good luck!





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What if it rains on my wedding day?

We all know the saying "April showers bring May flowers" and a question that has been asked over and over "Is it lucky to have rain on my wedding day?" 



In most cultures, the answer is yes! Maybe, it's just because people are looking for the silver lining! If rain is expected on your big day, you can be prepared and get some pretty cool props for fantastic wedding photos!


Hunter Boot Ltd has been making their specialty boots since the 1800's! Better know as "wellies" these boots are made in various colors. You have the Original - which comes in a standard or high gloss finish with multiple color choices like these below:





Also available is the Huntress. The height of this boot is shorter than the Original to prevent the rear of the knee pinching. The calf is also cut more generous. The Huntress is also available in multiple colors but, not as many choices as the Original. If you do not prefer tall boots, Hunter has you covered! The also make their outstanding boots in a Short version!


It wasn't too long before someone came out with specialty wellies. Weddington Boots gives you the option to ad your name in rhinestones or add a pretty ribbon to make these pearl colored boots your wedding shoe:





But, if you are just looking for some funky wellies in amazing print patterns for a little fun under your dress look no further than Wellies By Evercreature! They have the best selection of fun, whimsical patterns!







And if the weather even calls for a chance of showers you must have a wedding umbrella on hand! Even if there isn't a chance of rain an umbrella makes a nice wedding photo prop:



This beautiful photo is by Michele M Waite of Bellingham, WA


I told you about Bella Umbrella last year in this post and since then, the company has grown by leaps and bounds! They have created a niche for themselves as the go-to rental umbrella company and with good reason. Their umbrellas are some of the most beautiful, and now, most photographed for weddings! Umbrella rentals start at $10 for the most basic and go up to $30 for their fancy, decorated umbrellas!




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Banner Art

Talking about the two new banners from Lisa Leonard inspired me! I went on a hunt to find other banners that could have many uses for a wedding (and then can be used after!) - I love how they add a personalized aspect to weddings. If you are a crafty, DIY bride you could probably make these but, for me? I would much rather find something that LOOKS like I made it! I am just not good with scissors, sewing, and paper...thankfully, others are! I love the look and feel of having homemade items to personalize your wedding! I also love that these can be used in your home after the wedding! There are so many things you purchase for a wedding that are "one time use" so, anything you can buy for a wedding that has a use AFTER the big day is good for me!  Here are some fun banners I was able to find:



String of Words Alphabet Discs - 12.99
From Mod Cloth - buy here!



This set has many uses! You get 36 thick, sturdy paperboard circles printed with letters reproduced from Victorian wood type and equipped with metal grommets, as well as a ribbon to tie these letters together! Make anything you want....over and over! Perfect price for a banner that you can use at the wedding, reception and then at home!


Love Red Glitter Burlap Banner - 26.00
From Etsy seller Funkyshique 



I have blogged about this Etsy store before....and even hosted a giveaway with her! So, you know I absolutely love her things! (I giveaway things I am in love with and would want for myself! ;) haha). Anyway, I just think her designs are great! They are all handmade and from working with her in the past I can tell you she is SO NICE too!


MR. and MRS. wedding chair hanger signs - 10.00
From Etsy seller CowCountryCreations



Fun Mrs. and Mr. chair banners have a vintage look and are accented with little rhinestone details. The ribbon colors can be changed to match your wedding theme. I thought the price was perfect for two!


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