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DIY Weddings Real Weddings Plan Your Wedding by Color Stationery Decorations Weddings by Season Good Things From the Magazine Fall Issue Summer Issue Spring Issue Travel Issue Winter Issue	Home Page » Inspiration » From the Magazine » Summer Issue Weddings, Summer 2011 We like to think of DIY as "design it yourself" rather than simply "do it yourself." That's because coming up with a great idea for your celebration -- and handing it off to a pro -- can be every bit as satisfying as making it on your own. Whatever you decide, the key is to dream up the personal touches that will make your event unique. Keep that in mind as you plan your wedding, and let what you love lead the way! From the Magazine Begin at the Bakery Learn how to transform a store-bought cake into a stunning focal point. Gallery: Read the story Projects: Glitter Dust Wedding Cake How-To Chocolate Leaf Cake Decoration How-To Silver Laurel Garland Cake Decoration How-To Silver Pleated Rosettes Cake Decoration How-To East Meets West California couple head across the country for their intimate nuptials on Martha's Vineyard. Gallery: See the photos Projects: DIY Ideas for Creating the Nautical Look of Lilly and Charlie's Nuptials Easy Elegance Florists create amazing arrangements with inexpensive flowers and foliage. Gallery: Browse the ideas Projects: Baby's Breath Wedding Decor How-To Tiered Bowl Wedding Centerpiece How-To Spray Wedding Centerpiece How-To Rustic Wildflower Wedding Ceremony Aisle Runner How-To A Sweet Soiree Darcy Miller throws a shower for Dylan Lauren, owner of Dylan's Candy Bar in New York City. Gallery: See the photos Projects: Glamorous Candy Rings How-To Candy-Shaped Note Cards for Guestbooks How-To Candy Glossary: Our comprehensive index of wedding candy options for favors, decorating, and more Just Add Color Vibrant accessories put a personalized twist on the season's best gowns. Gallery: Browse the ideas Fete With Fabric Find dozens of ways to incorporate chic textiles into your day, from your stationery to the decor. Gallery: Browse the ideas Projects: Cut-Out Wedding Invitation How-To Fabric Save-the-Date How-To Fabric-Covered Pot Centerpiece How-To Fabric Cut-Out Table Card How-To Fabric Pom-Pom Flower Girl Headband How-To Striped Denim Ring Pillow How-To Ring Bearer Elbow Patches How-To Paper Denim Wine Label How-To Fabric-Wrapped Wine Wedding Favor How-To "Enjoy" Rolled Favor How-To Fabric Popcorn Cone How-To Recipes: Chocolate-Dipped Pretzels Dark Chocolate Cookie Recipe Graham Cracker Sandwich Cookies Macadamia Nut Caramel Popcorn Recipe Banana Whoopie Pies Recipe Flair for the Dramatic Two movie aficionados infuse their San Francisco wedding with the glitz and glamour of the big screen. Gallery: See the photos Projects: DIY Ideas for Creating the Look of Courtney and Jose's Nuptials In Love with Handmade Details Occasions this special call for extraordinary details -- like the hand-crafted items seen here. Gallery: See the products Good Things Ideas for summer weddings. Gallery: Browse the ideas Projects: Fill-in-the-Blank Conversation Starter How-To Scratch-Off Save-the-Date How-To "Sweeten Up" Favor Tag Recipes: Smoked Salmon and Sesame Seed Macaroon Recipe Cupcake Ice Cream Cones Recipe Real Weddings Two couples prove that planning a destination wedding requires just love and a little ingenuity. Galleries: Courtney and Hunter, Kapolei, Oahu, Hawaii Leanne and Brad, Granville, Ohio Seasonal Arrangements Tropic Wonder Floral designer Oscar Mora's spin on summer blooms. Gallery: See the arrangements Special Delivery One-of-a-kind invites. Gallery: Browse the ideas Project: Wraparound Address Label How-To Get Ready Guide Master your own makeup, manicure, and more. Gallery: Summer Wedding Nail Polish Ideas Articles: False Lashes How-To Manicure How-To Artistic Genius Three creative visionaries offer their most innovative DIY strategies. Articles: Advice from Floral Designer Kate Holt Advice from Crafter Denise Sharp Advice from Bartender Mayur Subbarao Entertaining Essentials All the items you need to throw a party with panache. Gallery: Browse the photos Good Together Accessories that suit the neckline of your dress. Gallery: See the styles Hit the Right Note Songs for your celebration. Classic Playlists: Ceremony Prelude Songs Ceremony Processional Songs Ceremony Recessional Songs First Dance Songs Parent Dance Songs Last Dance Songs Surprising Playlists: Ceremony Prelude Songs Ceremony Processional Songs Ceremony Recessional Songs First Dance Songs for Weddings Parent Dance Songs Last Dance Songs Article: DIY Wedding Music Tips Perfect Palette Peaches and cream is fresh, modern, and gloriously memorable. Gallery: See the ideas Projects: Geometric Terra Cotta Pot How-To Painted Bouquet Ribbon How-To Recipes: Peaches-and-Cream Ice Pop Peaches-and-Cream Martini White Peach Iced Tea Recipe Peach Gin Fizz Recipe Peach Rose Bellini Recipe Honeymoon Retreats You Can Rent Consider kicking back in your very own place. Gallery: Browse the destinations Location Scout: St Lucia Ideas for planning an incredible destination wedding. Gallery: See the ideas Honeymoon Diaries: India A look behind one couple's unforgettable trip. Gallery: Read the article Real Wedding: See the photos Planning Tools 324DAYS Hi My Vendors My Guests My Checklist My Seating My Budget My Dashboard My Vendors My Guests My Checklist My Seating My Budget Start planning your wedding now. Congratulations! Help out other engaged brides by reviewing your vendors. Choose a free gift from one of our favorite partners. Get started now! Wedding Resources