DIY Winter Weddings with Sweets, Sparkles and Shine

Branch Centerpiece

There is a unique beauty that a bare tree branch gives a landscape — bring it indoors to enchant your guests. Weddings by Lilly has a great tutorial on how to turn twigs and branches into fabulous wedding table centerpieces. Surround the branches with tea lights, spray paint them with your wedding colors, or leave them in their natural state.

S'mores Bar

Warm the tummies of your guests with a fireside favorite — s'mores! Guests can make their own snacks in between the ceremony and dinner, or for dessert. Visit Design Waffle to learn how to re-create this 100% DIY masterpiece.

Pearl Bridal Bouquet

Floral arrangements can easily become the biggest expense in a wedding. Forgo that headache and make your own bridal bouquet out of the most unexpected objects — fake pearls! This beautiful pearl bouquet is made with wire and plastic pearl beads. Get creative and add your favorite gem or beads with your wedding colors. Visit Event DIY for the full tutorial.

Hot Chocolate Wedding Favors

Giving your guests wedding favors allows them to take the memories of your special day home with them. Enclose those memories in a jar along with delicious hot chocolate, peppermints and marshmallows. Visit Bridal Guide and take a peek at their hot chocolate favor recipe.

Winter Glam Centerpiece

The use of glass ornaments goes way beyond adorning Christmas trees. Transform a simple glass jar or plate into a magnificent winter wedding centerpiece with these ornaments. Paper Blog gives a spectacular tutorial on how to arrange the ornaments.