Budget “You Are A Star” Bar-Bat Mitzvah and Wedding Centerpiece Now on YouTube

This video demonstrates how to make a DIY economical “You Are A Star”  Bar Mitzvah centerpiece, Bat Mitzvah centerpiece,  or wedding and any other special event centerpieces.  I attach three stars to wooden dowels, accent with onion grass  and add to a budget “Just Add Sand” centerpiece base.  With balloons, a table name and place cards you can have an economical “You Are A Star!”  theme for your next party.

See kit details at this site.

How to Make a Budget Music Note Party Centerpiece

We show how to make an economical music note centerpiece in this video we posted last night.

I attach three music notes to wooden dowels and added to a budget “Just Add Sand” centerpiece base. The centerpiece is accented with two pieces of onion grass.   Add balloons, a table name and table place cards for an economical musical themed music note centerpiece for your Bat Mitzvah, Bar Mitzvah, wedding, special event or party!

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How To Detail a Sports Baseball Player Cut Out for Budget DIY Centerpieces – New Video

We posted a new YouTube video just minutes ago.  In it we demonstrate how to highlight our very popular do it yourself sports baseball player cut out.  I use a polystyrene sports baseball player cut out with fabric paint to highlight and detail.

Put it on a budget “Just Add Sand” centerpiece base and accented with two pieces of onion grass for a complete look.  Add balloons and table name card for an economical budget baseball theme centerpiece for your Bat Mitzvah, Bar Mitzvah, wedding, special event or party!

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A Beach Theme Party Idea

We found a May 29th blog posting of a beach party theme bar mitzvah at Beautiful Blooms Floral and Decor Blog. This picture of beach balls hanging from the ceiling and light show present an unusual décor touch.

Beach Theme Party Room Decor

See some of the other photographs for ideas for your next beach theme party.

10 Great Tips to Get Gorgeous Wedding Flowers

Jacquie Cattanach recently wrote an interesting article on saving on your Wedding. This was one of her tips on Life Style.

“Most high schools and colleges have horticulture classes that specialize in caring for and arranging flowers and plants. For a small fee, you could hire these aspiring florists who would be thrilled to work on your arrangements. The teachers of such a course will act as your safety net and, as an added bonus to you, will have extensive experience and oversee your project.”

Read the rest of the article.

DIY wedding is a creative, cash-conscious alternative

Jackie Burrell (Contra Costa Times) wrote an interesting story as reported by San Luis Obispo.com The Tribune.

These tips caught my eye

“- Do as much as you can yourself, but don’t do it solo. Host a bridesmaids and mothers’ party to assemble craft projects. Ask friends for help with photos, flowers, even the dessert buffet. Especially now, most people are delighted to make their wedding present a gift of time and expertise.

“- DIY is not always cheaper. Pick the most meaningful, budget-friendly projects and don’t overspend on craft tools you may never use again. If you’re looking for some esoteric piece of equipment, ask for advice on one of the DIY wedding forums, or call a local art studio. Some rent studio time and tools.”

Read the rest of the story, which includes tips on do it yourself flowers as well as some great resources.

Brides angle for cheaper weddings

An interesting article written by Sue Stock appeared in The News and Observer on Thursday.

The article opened with the following:

“Brides are still saying “I do” in 2009, but they’re saying “I don’t” to lavish weddings.

“For many, spending $22,000 and up is unrealistic amid a recession. Some brides are taking the do-it-yourself route, making their own invitations, centerpieces and favors.

“They’re cutting out open bars and limousines. And they’re playing hardball with vendors, asking for additional discounts before signing contracts.“

It went on with many tips and suggestions to savings on your wedding budget. You might want to read the rest of the article if you are interested in cutting back on your upcoming wedding expenses.

Tall Yellow (as in Sunshine) Wedding Centerpieces

We found this and other pictures under an article titled “Yellow Flowers are Sunshine on Your Wedding Day” written by Holly.

Holly writes: “…When the flower shipment arrived it was like opening boxes of sunshine. I have always felt completely different about the color yellow since that day. In fact I love, love, love yellow. What bride doesn’t want sunshine on her wedding day. The color yellow is the perfect flower to use on such a happy day.” And we agree.

Read the whole story and see the other terrific photos at
Wedding Aces.

Musical Theme and Musical Instrument Cut Outs

Visit a new page on the www.do-it-yourself-centerpiece.com Website for Musical Themed Centerpiece Cutouts. Kits and individual musical instruments are featured. Instruments pictured include a guitar (and step-by-step), piano, drums, tuba, saxophone and violin.

Do It Yourself Guitar Centerpiece Kit

Guitars come in two sizes, 13″ and 16″ long. Cut in polystyrene, they can be sealed and painted. Patterns are added at the headstock and bridge and the finishing touch of strings are held by clear push pins.

Drum Music Cutouts

Visit this and other pages on www.do-it-yourself-centerpiece.com as well as www.do-it-yourself-wedding-centerpiece.com for ideas, supplies and kits for your party or upcoming event.

Cheap Do It Yourself (Green) Eco-Friendly Wheatgrass Centerpiece

I found this charming and colorful idea for wedding centerpieces by Happy Girl at Happy Hour Bride. Not only are they cheap, but they are friendly to the environment, chic as well as great looking!

Do It Yourself Wheatgrass Centerpiece

Get the full directions to grow your own at DIY: Eco-Friendly Wheatgrass Centerpieces.