Is there too much DIY in your wedding?

Pinterest. Wedding websites. Your best friend. Everyone seems to be on the do-it-yourself bandwagon. It’s a great way for couples to save money and give their wedding a personal touch. But with everything you have to do, does it make sense to add more stress to your wedding planning?

Know your strengths: Are you usually a crafty person? Is your home filled with beautiful, homemade projects that you’ve enjoyed creating? Then go for it! But if the last work of art you created was the handprint Thanksgiving turkey in second grade, you may want to reconsider the 250 elaborate lace-and-glitter-paint Mason jar lantern project.

Check your costs: Sure, DIY sounds like it will save money, but make sure your materials don’t cost more than the finished project would at a party or specialty store. And your time is worth something, too. Sometimes, it’s worth paying a little extra for a lot fewer headaches.

Be prepared for less than perfection: Part of the joy of DIY is that each piece is handcrafted. That means imperfections in the process, and your rustic tree branch candleholders may not exactly match the ones you saw on Pinterest. But isn’t that the point? You made it yourself, and it should reflect you!

Here at the Heritage, we are happy to work with you whichever way your party favors, centerpieces or place cards come to us: from you, your florist, or your great-aunt. Our wedding professionals will help you make your wedding spectacular, every step of the way.