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15+ Insanely Gorgeous Cricut Wedding Ideas We Love the Most

Are you planning your big day? These gorgeous Cricut wedding ideas will help you create a magical day that you’ll never forget. And they’re so much fun to create. If you haven’t purchased a Cricut machine yet, make sure to peruse our guide on determining the best Cricut machine for every project. 15+ Insanely Gorgeous Cricut Wedding Ideas We Love the Most 1. Custom Flute Glasses There’s going to be quite a lot of toasting at your wedding, so why not do it with pretty, custom flute glasses? You can personalize your glasses with the words “bride” and “groom,” or you can add any graphic you want, like our “xoxo” design. XOXO-heart-valentines-svg-cover Facebook Pinterest XOXO-heart-svg Get this design in our shop! Along with our design, you’ll also need: You will also need transfer tape for this Cricut project! 2. Welcome Sign Welcome Sign Cricut wedding ideas - gina.lee.designs Facebook Pinterest Welcome sign Cricut wedding ideas, Photo credit: @gina.lee.designs One of our favorite Cricut wedding ideas is a welcome sign, exactly like this gorgeous sign created by Gina Lee Designs. You can find a beautiful mirror at a thrift store or even a family heirloom if you want. Use your Cricut to create a vinyl decal and attach it to the mirror. Here are two more romantic designs we absolutely adore, crafted by @signsbyviv – check out these two incredible wedding signs! Beautiful wedding welcome sign - signsbyviv Beautiful wedding welcome sign – Photo credit: @signsbyviv You can customize your design with your names, date and pretty graphics, like these roses from our shop. They have a transparent background, which makes them perfect for a project like this one. Rose-svg-flower-svg-bundle-vector-cut-file-png-cover Facebook Pinterest Rose-svg-flower-svg-bundle Get this design from our shop! You can place your mirror at the entrance of the reception to welcome guests, or you can make multiple signs like this to direct guests to different areas. It’s a fun and simple project. Here’s what you’ll need: Permanent adhesive vinyl Transfer tape Weeding tool Mirror If you’re not a fan of mirrors, you can use acrylic or even a wooden sign if you want. Related: 15 Insanely Gorgeous Wedding Home Decorations 3. Custom Bridal Party Makeup Bags Here’s a cute idea for bridal party gifts: customized makeup bags. Find a quality bag with a plain or simple design that you can easily personalize. Use your Cricut to create a vinyl decal and you’re ready to give them as gifts. You can personalize these bags with their names, graphics or whatever you please. Our makeup SVG file is perfect for this kind of project. makeup svg Facebook Pinterest Find this design in our shop Here’s what you’ll need for this project: 4. Customized Wedding Welcome Bags Customized-Wedding-Welcome-Bags---giftsnwrap1 Facebook Pinterest Customized wedding welcome bags, Photo credit: @giftsnwrap1 Need Cricut wedding ideas for a destination wedding? Customized wedding welcome bags are perfect. You can personalize them however you want and fill them with all of the little things your guests will need to make their stay comfortable. Here is another inspiring idea you should consider: Mini burlap bags are such a cute idea for this, but heat-transfer vinyl doesn’t take so well to this material. Canvas bags are a great alternative. You’ll need: Heat transfer vinyl Burlap tote bag or canvas bags Iron or EasyPress You can customize your bags with the state name and shape or country name if you’re marrying overseas. 5. Mr. And Mrs. Chair Signs Looking for a cute project that you can use during the reception? You can use your Cricut to make Mr. and Mrs. chair signs. You can make your signs with cardstock, but if you want to keep them as little souvenirs or reminders of the day, chipboard is the better option. You can cut chipboard with your Cricut with a knife blade. You’ll also need a strong cutting mat. With a little Mod Podge, you can add some glitter and make your signs really sparkle and stand out. Modern DIY Bride has a great tutorial on how to make these signs. 6. Paper Bridal Bouquet Think a paper bridal bouquet sounds tacky? Think again! You can create gorgeous bouquets of intricate flowers that look real. Lia Griffith has an in-depth tutorial on how to make these beautiful flowers using your Cricut and just a few supplies: Craft scissors Curling tool Needle nose pliers or wire cutters Low-temp hot glue gun Metallic paper Green paper-covered wire Floral tape The best part about creating a paper flower bouquet is that you can keep it forever. 7. Acrylic Table Numbers These garden-inspired acrylic table numbers are gorgeous, and they’re so easy to make with your Cricut machine. Besides these items, you’ll also need transfer tape and weeding tools! These table numbers will look so pretty at your reception, and you can design them to match your theme. And because they’re made of acrylic, you can keep them as reminders of your big day. Related: 15 Mind Blowing Cricut Ideas for Gifts 8. Thank You Tags Customized “thank you” tags can add a personal touch to your wedding favors and let guests know that you appreciate their attendance. Tags are an easy Cricut project, and they can be made to match the theme of your wedding. And we have the perfect SVG file in our shop for your project. Label-frames-SVG-png-vector-cut-file-with-transparent-background-thank-you-card Facebook Pinterest Label-frames-SVG Get these labels in our shop! You can print your labels on sticker paper, or you can cut them using your Cricut and hang them from the handle of a favor bag. You can get as creative as you want with your tags. 9. Photo Booth Props Are you going to have a photo booth at your reception? If so, you can make your own props for guests to use when they’re taking photos. With your Cricut machine and some cardstock paper, you can make adorable props. Our heart-shaped “love” SVG design will be perfect for this kind of project. You can create other fun props, too, like sunglasses, crowns, masks and more. Heart-love-valentine-svg-design-cover Facebook Pinterest Heart-love-svg Find this design in our shop! Daydream Into Reality has a detailed tutorial on how to make props like these. You can use cardstock paper, or you can use vinyl – it’s up to you. Each material has its pros and cons, so experiment to see which one will work best for you and your wedding. 10. Wedding Countdown Chalkboard Sign Counting down the day to your “big day” is common. You’re excited to tie the knot, and there’s an amazing chalkboard sign that you can make with your Cricut machine to celebrate. What do you need to get started? You’ll also need a Cricut mat and transfer tape to get the job done! Number 2 Pencil has a great tutorial on how to get started with this wedding idea. You’ll also need some chalk to keep changing the date until you say, “I do.” 11. Save the Date Magnet Save-the-date magnets are not one of the Cricut wedding ideas that people initially think of, but they’re a great way for people to remember your wedding date. You’ll need a few items to get started; Copy paper Printer Magnetic sheets Watercolor designs Using a Cricut for cutting is a great choice and will make the project easier to complete. The design program for your Cricut will make it easy to design the perfect magnet for your “save the dates.” 12. Acrylic Wedding Invitations What does every wedding need? Invitations. You can create your own acrylic invitations and save a ton of money in the process with your Cricut machine. Materials that you’ll need to get started are: Sticker paper Mylar sheets Of course, you’ll need to have your own Cricut machine and a design that you want to print on. You’ll find a great tutorial on how to get started with this project on Domestic Heights. If you want your wedding to be truly unique from start to finish, these wedding invitations are a must-have. 13. Custom Hangers One of my favorite ideas on this list is the custom hanger, which you can use and smile when seeing for years after your wedding. You can add the bride’s and groom’s name, the date of the wedding or anything else you want, such as the name of your bridesmaids. All you need to get started is hangers (this one and this one), ribbons, weeder tool, scraper tool, transfer tape and white vinyl (or any color you want). You’ll have plenty of extra materials to create other wedding projects on this list. 14. Bride Jacket Do you have a jean jacket? A bridal jacket is one of the best Cricut wedding ideas, and it’s so easy to make. You can purchase a jacket on Amazon if you don’t have one and personalize it with: LAST NAME Bride Brooklynberrydesigns.com has a super cute floral frame SVG that you can use to frame the name. If you have the denim jacket, you only need iron-on vinyl (this one lasts for over 50 washes and comes in dozens of color options) and cutting tools. You can choose a jacket style that you like – there are countless options. Don’t like the jacket idea? You can use the same concept for socks or even shirts. 15. Bridesmaid Shirts You’ve found the person that you jumped for joy for when you said, “I do.” Now, you’ve chosen bridesmaids and need them to be decked out in bridesmaids’ gear. T-shirts are a great option and can be purchased right on Amazon here. You’ll also need: Cute quote for your shirt Date of your big day The word “Bridesmaids” on the shirt Create the design you want to put on your shirt and print it on a Cricut iron-on. You’ll also need weeding tools and an ironing board to finish this design. 16. Chic Wedding Bar Sign Beautiful wedding bar sign - signsbyviv Facebook Pinterest Creative wedding bar sign — Photo credit: @signsbyviv Absolutely loving the chic vibes of this wedding bar sign! Check out the elegance and style it brings to your celebration. A must-have for adding that extra touch of sophistication to your wedding festivities! If you’re ready to add a personalized touch to your wedding bar sign, get it from @signsbyviv or DIY it with a Cricut machine for a chic and customized look! Here’s what you’ll need: Chic quote for your sign White cardstock Design elements for your bar sign Craft your unique design and bring your chic wedding bar sign to life!

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21+ Bridal Shower Food Ideas We’re Crushing On

Are you hosting a bridal shower? I know all too well how stressful and overwhelming planning can be, especially when it comes to the food. Because let’s face it – that’s what most people will be looking forward to. To make your life a little easier, I’m going to share 21+ bridal shower food ideas to help you plan the best party for the bride-to-be. 21+ Bridal Shower Food Ideas We’re Crushing On 1. Croissant Sandwich Bar Sandwiches are the perfect choice for a brunch or afternoon party. Croissants make them just a little bit fancier – and tastier. You can prepare your own sandwiches, but you may also be able to find croissant sandwich trays at a big-box store, like Sam’s Club or Costco. 2. Parfait Bar A parfait bar is perfect for brunch showers. You can offer a variety of yogurt flavors and toppings, and guests can build their own parfaits. You can offer whatever toppings you want. Fresh fruit and granola are perfect. Use a multi-compartment snack tray to put your toppings on display. Serve your parfaits in dessert cups and with little pretty disposable silverware. 3. Afternoon Tea Grazing Table Looking for pretty bridal shower food ideas? How gorgeous is this table? It’s loaded with bite-sized treats and finger foods, like tea sandwiches, biscuits, jam, quiche, macarons, bundt cake and fresh fruit. Serve your treats on three-tier serving trays and add some fresh flowers for decoration. 4. Charcuterie Grazing Table Grazing tables are my new favorite trend in party food because you can grab a little bit of this and a little bit of that without going too overboard. This grazing table has so many perfect things for a bridal shower: chocolate-covered strawberries, fresh fruit, cheese, bruschetta, fresh veggies and hummus, mini sandwiches, salad and more. Use wooden cutting boards to serve your finger food. 5. Charcuterie Cups I love these charcuterie cups because everyone gets a little bit of everything, and you don’t have to set up a big table full of food that people may or may not eat. Serve them in margarita glasses for a fancy touch. You can add all kinds of things to your cups: rolled up salami that looks like a rose, crackers, cheese, fresh fruit, nuts, cookies – whatever you want. 6. Mini Sandwiches These mini sandwiches are perfect for serving at a bridal shower. You can use a variety of sandwich breads: croissants, mini rolls, slices of sourdough, etc. I recommend serving different types of sandwiches: egg salad, classic deli meat sandwiches and vegetarian versions with sprouts and fresh vegetables. Serve them on a pretty tray along with the rest of your food. Related: 20 Delicious Finger Food Appetizers for Your Next Party 7. Bridal Shower Punch Want to serve something unique at the shower? Make a punch! There are so many recipes out there. You’ll find a huge list of different options on Bridal Shower 101, including: Pineapple strawberry slush Jamaican rum Minty cucumber Lavender lemonade Rose and elderflower Serve your punch in a pretty party jar like this one from Amaozn and make it the centerpiece of the table. 8. Cucumber Sandwiches If you’re looking for simple but delicious bridal shower food ideas, cucumber sandwiches are a great option. You can make them as fancy or elegant as you want. Serve them on a pretty cake stand. You only need a few simple ingredients for these bite-sized sandwiches: sandwich bread, cucumber, mayonnaise, cream cheese, herbs, lemon juice and seasonings. You could add fresh dill or other ingredients, but simple is best. 9. Brunch Bar I love the variety of food that’s on display here. It’s perfect for a brunch bridal shower. Load your table up with stacks of mini pancakes, waffles, donuts, croissants, sandwiches and other treats. It’s a mix of charcuterie and a breakfast bar in one. Your guests are sure to love the variety of options that will satisfy everyone’s tastebuds. Related: 20 Delicious Vegan Brunch Recipes That Are Easy to Make 10. Dessert Bar This dessert bar is gorgeous and loaded with delicious treats that everyone will love, like cake pops, fruit tartlets, cupcakes, macarons, multi-layer cakes and more. Add fresh flowers and other green foliage to decorate the table. Related: 23 Mouthwatering Finger Food Desserts We Love the Most 11. Spinach Dip Bites If you want to serve finger food, these spinach dip bites are perfect. They’re quick and easy to make, but they look fancy and taste delicious. All you need is crescent dough, artichoke hearts, a blend of cheeses, spinach and some spices. 12. Mimosa Bar + Fruit Salad A fresh-tasting option for bridal shower food ideas is a mimosa bar with fresh fruit added. You’ll want to fill large pitchers with juices, such as: Orange juice Peach juice Pineapple juice Cranberry juice And you’ll want to have a tray filled with fruits that are a delight for your palate, such as raspberries, strawberry slices and orange slices. 13. Mini Salad Bowls Mini salad bowls in a cup are a fun little treat, and they’re quite healthy. Anyone can bring this idea to life with a general salad mix or: Lettuce Croutons Cheese And I thought it was really fun how the inspiration for this food idea placed small salad dressing bottles inside of the cups, too. 14. Crostini with Balsamic Strawberries and Ricotta Crostini is the perfect mix of something light to eat and flavor. You’ll appreciate the strawberries on your small, toasted baguette bites, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, lemon zest and dab of ricotta cheese on top. But if you’re using frozen strawberries, be cautious that when they defrost, they will make the crostini soggy. It only takes 15 minutes to make this appetizer, and you will need a lemon zester (like this one from Amazon) and baking sheet if you don’t have one already. 15. Tiered Cinnamon Bun Rack A tiered serving rack always looks so fancy, and I adore this one. But it’s even better if you add cinnamon buns to each rack. You can make these delectable cinnamon buns on your own, or you can use something like Pillsbury, which is as simple as removing the dough from the carton and baking. Just be sure to have a lot of napkins laid out because these treats can be quite messy. 16. Donut Bars While this Pin doesn’t teach you how to make donuts, it is such an amazing idea for a sweet treat at your bridal shower. Full- or mini-size donuts are always a welcome treat. You can stack them up like you see in the Pin, but from my own experience, the chocolate donuts will start to stick to the others. If you have powdered or non-chocolate covered donuts, you can stack them up like you see in the photo. 17. Mimosa Bar A DIY mimosa bar isn’t just about the drinks – although the people at your party will love downing them. You’ll need large pitchers or carafes along with bowls for your fresh fruits. Serve with tasty berries, such as: Blueberries Raspberries Strawberries You can serve things such as sparkling wine, Italian Prosecco, Spanish Cava or juices like orange, peach, mango, watermelon, pineapple and others. 18. Shrimp Cocktails Shrimp cocktails are very easy to piece together, and all you need are shrimp and a cocktail sauce. Garlic shrimp tastes exceptionally good with this idea. If you don’t have cute glasses already, grab some martini glasses to serve this dish. You can find them on Amazon here or use any glass that you like. 19. Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs Strawberry shortcake kabobs are one of my favorite bridal shower food ideas, and they offer an amazing aesthetic, too. You will need kabobs for this recipe, along with a few boxes of strawberries, white chocolate chips, egg whites, Greek vanilla yogurt and some white cake mix. Total prep time is a mere 10 minutes and cooking time is only 25 minutes. 20. Mini Quiche Cups Quiche is filled with flavor, and when they’re in a small cup like these, they pop with flavor. I love the ham and cheese in these mini quiches, but you can swap in any meat that you like if ham isn’t your thing. Plus, I have an affinity for phyllo dough. You’ll need: Diced ham Eggs Milk Shredded cheddar cheese Dry theme Garlic powder 21. Mini Pancakes with Raspberries on Top Mini pancakes are so easy to make. You can make them yourself or buy the pancake mix. Cover with powdered sugar, jam and raspberries. Place a toothpick through the raspberry and into the pancakes to keep them nice and tidy. 22. Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas Sugar cookies and a fruit pizza? What an amazing mix. I love the idea of fresh fruits and cookies because they’re just so simple to snack on and light – perfect for everyone trying to squeeze into their dress on their wedding day. You’ll need 45 minutes of prep time and, honestly, any fruit will work.

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15 Insanely Gorgeous Wedding Home Decorations

Are you planning a home wedding? The great thing about home weddings, apart from the charm and intimacy, is that you can plan everything however you want. And that includes your wedding home decoration choices. To help you plan your big day, we’ve rounded up 15 insanely gorgeous decoration ideas for your inspiration. 15 Insanely Gorgeous Wedding Home Decorations 1. Pink and White Floral Backdrop If you want to set up a place for guests to take photos or even for your own photos, this floral backdrop is perfect. You’ll need two sets of backdrop curtains, flowers (fresh or artificial), a modern sofa and an open space. 2. Floral Stair Décor If you have a beautiful staircase in your home, this wedding home decoration idea is perfect. Dress up and show off your stairway, especially if the bride will be making an entrance this way. To create this wedding home decoration, all you need is: Draping fabric Fairy lights Floral arrangements Choose colors that match the wedding theme to tie it all together. Related: “Happy Wedding Day” – Wedding Wishes Cards Free Printable 3. Rustic Photo Backdrop If your wedding has a rustic or barn theme, this photo backdrop will complement the rest of your décor. While they’re using this as a photo backdrop here, you could easily set something like this up behind the bride and groom’s table or even use it as a decoration for the wedding’s entrance. For this decoration, you’ll need a wooden backdrop or old barn door and: A sheer curtain String lights Floral arrangement Wooden letters and numbers (to spell the couple’s names and add the wedding date) Hurricane lanterns and other little décor items You can easily set up a backdrop like this in the corner of a room or even in a separate room of the home if you want to use it for photos. 4. Woodland Fall Wedding Decor If you’re planning a fall outdoor wedding at home, then here’s an adorable decoration setup for your tent entrances. Of course, if you’re not using tents, you could place decorations like these just about anywhere – near tables, at the entrance of the party or even near the wedding altar. If you can, use real wood logs for a truly rustic feel. You can also find log end tables if you’d rather go that route. Nestle pumpkins, vases of flowers, greenery and votive candles into your cascade of logs. Don’t forget to place a galvanized pail with gorgeous flowers at the base. 5. Baby Breath Hanging Decorations Here’s a beautiful wedding home decoration that complements any theme. Place these hanging bulb vases above your table or, if you’re having an outdoor wedding, hang them from trees where guests will be socializing. These little planters will add a magical touch to your wedding no matter where you hang them. If you want to take a crack at making your own, here’s a great tutorial: Collect old incandescent light bulbs from friends and family to make them an even bigger part of your big day. 6. Hanging Mason Jar Candles There’s something romantic and whimsical about hanging mason jar candles, which makes them perfect as wedding decorations. If you’re having a backyard wedding, you can hang jar candles around the altar or from the trees where guests will be sitting during the ceremony. If you’re not comfortable lighting real votive candles, you can use LED candles instead. Choose ones that flicker for a more realistic look. Grab a set of mason jars with hangar handles, and you’re ready to start decorating. We recommend not placing your candles anywhere near your floral decorations just to be on the safe side (unless you’re using LED candles). 7. Hexagon Wedding Arch Ditch the traditional wedding arch for this hexagonal one. This gorgeous wedding decoration will frame the couple beautifully when they’re exchanging vows. Add flowers to the arch, a hurricane lantern and other décor that matches your wedding’s theme. Be thoughtful about where you place your arch, whether it’s indoors or outdoors. Make sure that guests can see both of you and that there’s space for you and your special someone to go through the ceremony. 8. Welcome Sign Welcome guests to your home wedding with this rustic sign and woodland décor. You can make your own sign, or you can order your own custom sign from Amazon (don’t forget to grab an easel stand, too). Add some flowers to dress it up and place it near your woodland decorations. Use real or artificial logs for your arrangement. Sit vases of flowers, a hurricane lantern and other little décor items that match your wedding’s theme. 9. Wood Slice Centerpieces If you’re setting up tables for your reception, these centerpieces are perfect. They’re simple yet so elegant. The wood slices add rustic charm, and the combination of baby’s breath and roses is so gorgeous. Add a few candles and you have a great little centerpiece. You can find wood slices on Amazon that are large enough for centerpieces. Add a mini vase, mason jar and a few candles to complete the piece. You don’t have to use baby’s breath and roses for the flower arrangements. Instead, use the same flowers you’re using elsewhere in your decorations. Related: 15 Best Ideas for Indoor Decorating with Plants 10. Floral Stairway Stairways are the ultimate wedding home decoration, especially when dressed up with greenery and flowers as we see here. While you can certainly use fresh flowers, you can also find artificial garland that looks just like the real thing. Be generous with how much you purchase. You may need to add plain greenery to make the garland look fuller. The goal is to make the stairs look like they belong in a fairytale. Add lanterns and candles along the bottom steps to add to the magic and elegance. 11. Hanging Lights and Fairy Lights Here’s a beautiful wedding décor idea for outdoor events. Wrap fairy lights around a tree and then hang lanterns and small pendant lights. The combination of the lanterns and fairy lights creates a magical space that your guests won’t soon forget. Get a few different styles of lanterns for your tree. Add a few globe lights and wrap fairy or holiday lights around the tree. You can decorate multiple trees to create an enchanting outdoor space, or you can decorate one tree to make it the focal point. Trees near the bar or gathering areas are perfect candidates for this decoration idea. 12. Canopy of Lights https://www.pinterest.com/pin/329607266493523917/ If you’re hosting an outdoor wedding and you plan to have a big, shared table for your reception, why not hang a canopy of lights above the table? A canopy of lights will create a magical, ethereal space for your wedding feast. You’ll need light poles and fairy lights to bring this idea to life. Make sure that you buy enough lights to cover the entire space and allow for some draping along the top. Don’t forget to dress up your table, too. We love the table in this photo, with its gorgeous place settings and floral centerpiece with candlesticks. The combination of these lights, your table and the atmosphere will make the evening unforgettable for everyone who shares in this special moment. 13. Floral Porch Decor For outdoor weddings, a front or back porch can become the perfect aisle or wedding arch for couples. Hang flowers from the two front columns and add a few lanterns to create a romantic, elegant space that is truly magical. You can use fresh flowers, or you can use artificial garland. Just make sure that your arrangement looks full and lush to get the whimsical effect you want. 14. Romantic Bride and Groom Table When it comes to wedding home decoration choices, one of the most important areas to focus on is the head table (the bride and groom’s table). We love this table décor because it’s so elegant and beautiful. It will easily complement any wedding theme. Start with peach-colored linens and add a rust-colored table runner. Top with floral garland and candlesticks. We love the rattan chairs in this setup. 15. Fireplace Decor If you’re lucky enough to have a gorgeous stone fireplace in your home, then you can easily make it the focal point of your ceremony with this decoration idea. Start by decorating the mantle with floral garland and greenery. They used fresh flowers for this decoration, but you can use artificial garland if you prefer. Next, add candlesticks to both ends of the mantle. In the fireplace itself, add candles – at least a dozen. You can tie in some greenery between the candles, too, for a magical look. Above the fireplace, hang the first letter of your last name or your full last name (your choice!). These are some of the most gorgeous home wedding decoration ideas out there. Remember that this is your big day, so only choose ideas that you absolutely love. The goal is to make your special day an unforgettable one for both you and your guests.