Best of 2015: DIY

Oh So Beautiful Paper: The Best of 2015 / Calligraphy by Cast Calligraphy

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We had SO many fun DIY projects on OSBP this year! Lots of really pretty printables, from tropical envelope liners to calligraphy Halloween favor bags, and some fun DIY foil projects where I tried (and failed) to resist the urge to put hologram foil on everything in sight. There were DIY rubber stamp wedding invitations and save the dates, and way more DIY party and entertaining ideas than in previous years. Also, paper flowers! I’ve been loving Rachael’s crepe paper flower posts and Mandy made some amazing gold paper air plants before heading off on maternity leave last year. We ended the year on a DIY high note with one of my all time favorite projects: DIY gold and copper leaf gift tags! And I’ve got lots of new DIY ideas and projects up my sleeves for 2016 that I can’t wait to share with all of you! But in the meantime, here are a few of my absolute favorite DIY projects from 2015!

DIY Balloon Cocktail Shaker Engagement Party Invitations / A Fabulous Fete for Oh So Beautiful Paper

DIY Balloon Engagement Party Invitation in a Cocktail Shaker

DIY Gold Paper Air Plants / Craftcourse Nashville for Oh So Beautiful Paper

DIY Gold Paper Air Plants!

Printable Watercolor Wedding Stationery Details / Bright Room Studio for Oh So Beautiful Paper

Printable Hand Lettered Watercolor Wedding Stationery Details

Printable Tropical Envelope Liners / Swiss Cottage Designs for Oh So Beautiful Paper

Printable Tropical Envelope Liners

DIY Hologram Foil Ice Cream Wrappers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

DIY Hologram Foil Ice Cream Cone Wrappers

DIY Crepe Paper Poppy Escort Cards / Appetite Paper for Oh So Beautiful Paper

DIY Crepe Paper Poppy Escort Cards

Printable Calligraphy Halloween Favor Bags / A Fabulous Fete for Oh So Beautiful Paper

Printable Calligraphy Halloween Favor Bags

DIY Pink and Gold Foil Advent Calendar / Oh So Beautiful Paper

DIY Pink and Gold Foil Paper Flower Advent Calendar

DIY Gold and Copper Leaf Hexagon Gift Tags / Oh So Beautiful Paper

DIY Gold and Copper Leaf Hexagon Gift Tags

Looking for even more DIY ideas and inspiration? Check out all of our past projects in the DIY archives!

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marbled Paper

I fell in love with marbled paper when I studied abroad in Florence, Italy, and have been excited to see it pop up in so many places lately! Marbled paper and marbled patterns have shown up on everything from wrapping paper to napkins – and there are endless opportunities for marbled elements in weddings! I will definitely be incorporating marbled paper elements into my future (currently non-existent) wedding. – Annie

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Create an impact with a marbled table runner. | Photography: Pen/Carlson, Event Design and Planning: Jayne Weddings via Swooned

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Mint marble and black calligraphy make stunning place cards. | Marble Place Cards: Minted, Photography: Jeff Mindell via Studio DIY

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Marbled paper lampshades are an easy way to add memorable style to your reception. | Marbled Wrapping Paper: Minted, Photography: Morgan Blake of Three Pennies via Minted

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Use marbled boxes and envelopes as escort cards. | Calligraphy: Nancy Hopkins, Photography: Patricia Heal via Martha Stewart Weddings

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Marbled napkins add a boost of color to your table. | via Sugar and Charm

Marbled Favor Bags / Oh Happy Day via Oh So Beautiful Paper

These marbled bags from Oh Happy Day were originally intended for an advent calendar, but would be lovely favor bags!

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Add a unique twist to marbled place cards with a touch of liquid gold gilding. | Oh So Beautiful Paper

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Make marble place card holders or place cards from actual marble tile, which are a remarkably affordable and sophisticated option. | (left) via Almost Makes Perfect & (right) via Sugar & Cloth

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Incorporate marbled paper into banners and even the aisle runner. | Marble Banner: Minted, Photography: Morgan Blake of Three Pennies via Minted

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Use marble contact paper to transform ordinary cans into beautiful vases. | via Fall For DIY

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Marble Details

Use marble slate as place cards for a simple table setting. | Marble Slate Name Tags & Photography: Jen Huang via Camille Styles

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations

Pink and gold. It’s just such a great combination. Gold looks great with just about anything, but especially with the gorgeous shade of petal pink used in these invitations from Allie Ruth Bridal. Allie created these elegant dip dyed pink and gold wedding invitations for a summer wedding in Texas, with plenty of cactus and succulent illustrations included throughout the wedding stationery. In addition to the gorgeous wedding invitations, Allie also shared some of the day-of details from this beautiful wedding!

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

From Allie: Catye and Trey’s wedding was absolutely stunning, with florals that would make anyone swoon. Each card of the invitation suite was dip-dyed in graduated shades of pink from the small info card to the main invitation. The package was tied with natural twine and a hand-stamped custom monogram. The suite came together with an illustrated succulent motif, which found its way into the day-of wedding details, as well! 

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful PaperElegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

The pocket envelopes were show-stopping. Each one got letterpress printed on the back in matte gold with my full succulent illustration, and then I hand-painted the watercolor to fill in each one. They were lined with a matte gold-printed illustrated pattern. I then addressed them all and affixed Texas inspired vintage postage and finished them off with a band of pink masking tape and a custom-designed “mailed with love” sticker, with their return address stamped on the back.

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

The day-of design was so much fun. All of their food—menu, desserts and cocktails sounded amazing, so my mouth was totally watering as I was calligraphing the cards and created the stamp that you see on those pretty pink napkins. I dip-dyed all of the escort cards to match the invitation suite, and even designed large program and welcome signs for the ceremony.

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful PaperElegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful PaperElegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Elegant Dip Dyed Pink and Gold Wedding Invitations by Allie Ruth Bridal / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Thanks Allie!

Check out the Designer Rolodex for more tal­ented wed­ding invi­ta­tion design­ers and the real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Mustard Seed Photography

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details

Fall weddings are my favorite. I love the rich color palettes and warm details inspired by the cool and crisp weather. Here are some simple ways to incorporate the season into your wedding. – Annie

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Create a drink station with hot apple cider, fall florals, and bold signage. | Photography: Aster & Olive Photography via The Knot

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Use apples with paper leaves as escort cards. | Photography: Cassi Claire Photography via The Knot

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Use birch wood to create unique place settings. | Source: HGTV

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Bottle homemade apple cider and add personalized tags for favors. | Photography: This Sweet Love Photography via Weddings In Winnipeg

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Create napkin ties by wrapping tree trimmings and cinnamon sticks with twine. | Source: Vintage House

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Add floral bundles and watercolor place cards to each plate. | Photography: Brittany Wood, Florals: Moon Canyon via designlovefest

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Add a copper wax seal to escort cards for a timeless touch. | Photography: Sylvie Gil, Invitation Suite: Little Miss Press via Style Me Pretty

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Display menus and other signs in metallic hoops adorned with florals. | Photography: Elisa Bricker, Paper Suite: Southall Eden via 100 Layer Cake

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Use deep, rich colors for the florals while keeping the paper goods more neutral (but still beautiful). | Photography: Danielle Poff Photography, Paper Goods: Little Miss Press via Green Wedding Shoes

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Fall Wedding Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Add pomegranates, greenery, and black food label cards with gold calligraphy to the dessert table. | Photography: Taylor Lord, Design, Florals, & Stationery: The Nouveau Romantics, Calligraphy: Crown and Clover via Green Wedding Shoes

What time of year is your favorite for weddings?

Timeless Green and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations

These classic letterpress wedding invitations from designer Amanda Day Rose feature elegant typography paired with organic elements I’m loving the combination of dark green ink and gold foil!

Timeless Green and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Amanda Day Rose / Oh So Beautiful Paper

From Amanda: The bride and groom really wanted their invitations to reflect the natural yet timeless look of their wedding celebration. I designed a custom monogram with a minimal, organic wreath to tie in the overflowing greenery they planned to incorporate in their wedding celebration. I chose really elegant typography to ensure the look would be one they would fall in love with all over again in 50 years!

Timeless Green and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Amanda Day Rose / Oh So Beautiful Paper

I then added small touches of organic elements for a completely customized look. The entire invitation suite was printed on a beautiful, creamy Italian cotton paper for a luxurious, yet natural feel. We chose gold foil envelope liners to enhance the timeless look as soon as guests open the envelopes, and to tie in the gold elements they used throughout their wedding day celebration.

Timeless Green and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Amanda Day Rose / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Timeless Green and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Amanda Day Rose / Oh So Beautiful Paper

We tied in the remaining elements of their day-of stationery with the dark green ink and monogram throughout their wedding day, and even added a custom monogrammed wax seal to the escort cards and programs for an additional timeless feel.

Timeless Green and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Amanda Day Rose / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Timeless Green and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Amanda Day Rose / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Timeless Green and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Amanda Day Rose / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Thanks Amanda!

Design: Amanda Day Rose

Printing: Page Stationery

Check out the Designer Rolodex for more tal­ented wed­ding invi­ta­tion design­ers and the real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Caroline Lima