Colorful DIY Wedding in Upstate New York

Weddings are like fingerprints, none are exactly the same and each are a representation of who you are. That’s part of the fun! Since you can mold your wedding to represent your values, style and even your sense of humor; you can let your imagination run wild. Maybe that’s why Ellie and Geoff’s DIY off-beat wedding caught our eye — it was a DIY dream! Held in Griffis Sculpture Park in upstate NY, Ellie and Geoff took advantage of the magical lush landscape and sunshine and held the ceremony and reception outdoors. Photographer Carolyn Scott shot this amazing wedding and shares the entire experience on her website. 

The Happy Couple

A lovely shot of Ellie and Geoff. Their wedding is proof that you can take your creative sensibilities and turn them into an event that no one will ever forget. Oh, did I mention the groom’s hot dog tie? Check it out.

Handmade Pom Poms

Handmade colorful pom poms lined the aisle as Ellie carried her yarn ball bouquet up to their handmade altar with test- tube hanging roses!

 Whimsical Centerpieces

The bride and groom ordered mattress springs and attached them to wood to create centerpiece vases that held handmade bouquets of yarn balls and button flowers wrapped in lace.

 Dessert Table Decor

 

The dessert table had loads of DIY whimsy, from the wrapped yarn LOVE sign to the doughnut T-Rex cake toppers!

Paper Flower Bouquet

If you want a personalized handmade experience without the added stress of creating your own, check out what Annie has in the marketplace. She can create custom paper flower bouquets for you. 

Dress It Up

 

Don’t forget to check out Ruche’s new wedding collection for the perfect budget-friendly dress.

Recommended Reading

If you're interested in making your experience one of a kind and putting your crafty skills to the test, then you’ll love Handmade Weddings: More Than 50 Crafts to Personalize Your Big Day. With a variety of styles to choose from, there is something to fit every personality for your wedding or next event. It will give you full control and a way to cap some of those scary wedding credit card bills.

Have you made a stellar craft related to weddings or parties? Show us your creations when you upload a project at CraftFoxes, and we might feature it right here! Come back every Wednesday for fresh ideas for celebrations, weddings, showers and birthday parties.