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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 11/22/09-11/28/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Intimate Weddings

If you didn’t stop by Intimate Weddings this past week, you’re really missing out. But don’t worry – because I’m linking to the best posts of the week which included The DIY Corsage, Adina and Whitman’s Intimate Backyard Wedding and Dale and Chris’ Beach Wedding.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: 100 Layer Cake – Booklet Invite

Creative way to put together your own invitations. Your guests will love them.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: A Practical Wedding – Promise

This article isn’t about planning a wedding necessarily, but it’s something that every bride and woman can benefit from reading. It’s truly inspirational.

The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: Green Wedding Shoes – Kara and Seth’s Fall Barn Wedding

I loooooove fall weddings and this one made my mouth drop. I drooled over the barn entranceway, the bride’s bouquet and the rustic centerpieces.

The Best Budget-Friendly Idea of the Week: The Inspired Bride – Thank You Card Tracker

This free planning tool will make keeping track of your gifts and thank you cards a cinch.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 11/15/09-11/21/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Once Wed

One of my absolute favorite blogs, Once Wed, blew me away this past week with the Vintage California Wedding Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3. And the Whimsical Wedding Ideas.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: The Bride’s Café – Rustic Eco-Chic Affair

There are multiple, soooooo creative and easy DIY projects in this one post. You must check this out if you’re looking for inexpensive ways to decorate your reception.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: Green Wedding Shoes – Creative Backdrops for Your Wedding Ceremony

Do you want something fun and funky for the backdrop at your ceremony? Check out these fabulous ideas.

The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: Grey Likes Weddings – Alyssa and Johnny

This wedding is amazingly beautiful. I’m in love with the bridesmaids’ dresses, the boutonnieres, and the chalkboard table numbers.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 11/8/09-11/14/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: 100 Layer Cake

There was so much gorgeous eye candy on 100 Layer Cake this week. If you didn’t see Meghan and Nevin’s romantic wedding or Zola and Derick’s vintage wedding, you must take a minute to check them out. Any bride would get inspiration from these beautiful weddings.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: The Bride’s Café – Mossy Monogram

If you’re having a rustic wedding, make these monograms to hang on the doors to the ceremony to add more romance to the event.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: Austin Wedding Blog – How to Properly Cut A Wedding Cake

DIY brides should read this post – it’s helpful and well-written. Every couple should know how to cut their wedding cake, because it’s a highly photographed moment of the reception.

The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: Ruffled – Krista and Adam’s Vintage Rustic Wedding

I’m in love with the bride’s dress {she wore her grandmother’s dress but it looks like it was made for her}, the bridesmaids’ seersucker dresses, and the centerpieces.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 11/1/09-11/7/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Green Wedding Shoes

When I can’t choose just one real wedding for the “most stunning real wedding of the week” from the same blog I know it’s the most inspiring blog of the week. You really need to see Rebecca and Jason’s Saddlerock Wedding and Brit and Daniel’s Fun Wedding on a Farm.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: Once Wed – Fabric Flower Containers

So, now that I’m married, I can’t seem to stop finding projects I wish I would have known about before I got married – like this adorable idea. It’s budget-friendly and pretty.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: Hostess with the Mostess – Twilight/Breaking Dawn Bachelorette Party

So, I’m not a big fan of bachelor and bachelorette parties. I didn’t even have one – but if I had come up with this creative idea I might have changed my mind. I love this idea!

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The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: The Bride’s Café – Bryn and Chris

How freakin cute is it to have a fall wedding reception at a pumpkin patch? I love this wedding – including the adorable couple, the beautiful exit picture, and the rustic wedding cake surrounded by cupcakes. This wedding is genius.

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My wedding is one week and five days away! All of the last minute projects are catching up with me, and I’m trying to cram a lot into twelve days plus I’m really sick today which isn’t helping things out at all (hopefully it’s not strep throat and will go away by tomorrow – fat chance). I’m putting my weekly wedding blog awards post on hold for two weeks, so I can focus on my own wedding. But don’t worry, I have posts planned for the next couple of weeks that will definitely keep you entertained. I just can’t keep up with all the other wedding blogs that I follow these two weeks – but I’ll be back with the awards in just a couple weeks.

Also, I’ll be much slower to respond to e-mail questions and comments for the next couple weeks. I appreciate your patience and can’t wait to share all my wedding day details with you! Good luck to all you other October brides.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 10/4/09-10/10/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Oh So Beautiful Paper

I check this blog on a daily basis, because I’m always incredibly inspired by the lovely stationery, wedding invitations, and crafty ideas. This week I loved Alisa and Matt’s Real Invitations and the screen printed wrapping paper.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: Once Wed – Once Upon a Hill Centerpiece

This adorable centerpiece is two of my favorite things – creative and budget-friendly.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: The Inspired Bride – Sources for the Crafty (or Budget) Bride

If you’re a DIY bride, you’ll love this list of resources. Make sure you save them under your favorites, so you can revisit the post over and over!

The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: 100 Layer Cake – Carly and Dan

This is a must see wedding – I’m loving the unique wedding invitation, the simply gorgeous wedding ceremony décor, and the beautiful pictures.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 9/27/09-10/309:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Green Wedding Shoes

This week I couldn’t stop myself from looking at Janet and Matt’s wedding and the Rustic Table Décor multiple times. I really love the boutonniere and bouquets from the wedding and personalized jam favors from the rustic table décor.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: Once Wed – Fabric Table Numbers

I love these so much that I’m planning on making them for my table numbers. They look pretty simple and they match a rustic, romantic theme perfectly.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: From “I Will” to “I Do” – Selling Your Wedding Dress

Get great advice on selling your wedding dress from this post.

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The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: 100 Layer Cake – Lianne and Jeong

The first thing you need to see is this couple’s wedding invitation – soooo adorable! I also love the simple centerpieces, wedding favors, and dessert table.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 9/20/09-9/26/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: 100 Layer Cake

I can’t get enough of this wedding blog. This week I was blown away by Jessica and Jason’s delightful wedding and the ‘it feels like fall’ inspiration board.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: The Bride’s Café – Wedding Cake Chandelier

I absolutely love this idea for a bridal shower or informal wedding reception. It’s inexpensive and so much fun.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: One Lovely Day – Location, Location, Location

This article is a great resource for brides who are considering on off premise wedding location.

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The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: With This Ring Weddings – Jordana and Chris

Do you want to see what a professional photographer’s wedding looks like? Well here is a fabulous one – the bridesmaids’ dresses are swoon-worthy, the wedding cake is modern and rustic, and ceremony looks completely romantic.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 8/23/09-8/29/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Classic Bride

This blog is always on my must read list, but this week I was blown away by the blogs new design – which you also need to see. It’s beautiful! This week I loved the Treehouse Wedding, DIY Clutch, and Fall Bridesmaid Dresses.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: The Bride’s Café – Snap Station

This idea is brilliant and another option for couple’s who need budget-friendly photography options. Consider hiring a photographer for the ceremony and setting up a DIY snap station at the reception for fun pictures.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: Savvy Scoop – Minimize Family Drama

A professional photographer gives his advice on how to minimize family drama during post ceremony pictures. A must read if you have family members who don’t get along very well.

The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: Green Wedding Shoes – Leah and Chris

This wedding caught my eye as soon as it appeared on my computer screen. The bride looks gorgeous in her asymmetrical gown with her hair loosely pulled into a side bun. I love the bouquets, the DIY touches, and the simple centerpieces.

The Best Budget-Friendly Idea of the Week: Hip Hostess – 10 Good Cheap Liquors

Are you having an at home wedding or able to provide your own alcohol? If so, this is a good list of 10 cheap liquors that taste good.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 8/16/09-8/22/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Creature Comforts

I recently posted about how much I love this blog – but during the past week I fell in love with it a little more. I loved the DIY Silver Glass Glittered Frame, Downloadable Sweet Little Cards, and DIY Canvas Frame Inspiration Boards. Creature Comforts isn’t a wedding blog, but you can get a lot of inspiration for your wedding and for life here.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: The Inspired Bride – Hot Cocoa Vials

This project looks easy and budget-friendly – two of my favorite things when it comes to DIY projects.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: From “I Will” to “I Do” – E-Registries

Registering online? Check out this article for tips and advice.

The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: 100 Layer Cake – Hollin and Eric

You really need to see this wedding. This gorgeous wedding stopped my heart for a second. The bride is adorable, and I LOVE her dress. The invitations were my favorite part – cute and unique.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 8/9/09-8/15/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Green Wedding Shoes

I really love the style of this wedding blog. This past week I adored the Engagement Photos + Cupcakes, An Eco Forest Inspired Tablescape, and Ainjil and Chris’ Vineyard Wedding (check out the amazing video at the bottom of the post).

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: Creature Comforts – Lovely Locket Links Necklace

This is a cute DIY project for anyone (not just brides) and would be a great gift for your bridesmaids.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: Tried and True – What to Wear to Your Engagement Pictures

I get a lot of engagement picture outfit requests from readers. I’ve thought about writing a post about what to wear, but I found this one which gives a lot of great advice.

The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: Grey Likes Weddings – Jennifer and Jason

This wedding is ADORABLE. I seriously love the bride’s wedding dress, the cozy ring pillow, the décor, and the hot dog stand.

The Best Budget-Friendly Idea of the Week: DIY Bride – Where to Buy Bulk Flowers

I have been looking for a resource like this, since I thought about ordering bulk flowers online to save money for my wedding. Check out this extensive list of places you can order bulk flowers from for a more budget-friendly wedding.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 8/2/09-8/8/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Green Wedding Shoes

Seriously, I freakin’ LOVE this blog. This week I adored the Organic Vintage Inspiration Board, Josie and Adam’s Modern Handmade Wedding, and 50’s Inspired Engagement Photos.

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: Intimate Weddings Blog – Wedding Table Numbers with Illuminated Numbers and Monogram

This DIY project is a fabulous option for the bride looking for romantic, impressive table numbers on a budget.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: From “I Will” to “I Do” – Beating the Heat

If you’re having an outdoor ceremony during warm/hot weather, check out this post for tips and advice.

The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: The Southern Weddings Daily Blog – Samantha and Tyler

So pretty! This wedding is incredibly inspiring for a beach bride. I love the bride’s dress, the ceremony décor, and the wedding cake.

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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 7/26/09-8/1/09:

The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: The Inspired Bride

This blog should not be overlooked by the engaged couple. Maddy, the woman behind the blog, does an excellent job of putting together inspiration boards and incorporating posts for the bride on a budget. I love her style and find inspiration from this blog on a regular basis. I especially love her color cards. The posts I adored this past week were: Inspiration Board: Madly in Love and Inspired Conversations: Courtney Kardos of Piper Riley Designs.  

The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: 100 Layer Cake – Ruffly Belt

Learn how to make a fabulous accessory for your wedding day with this DIY project.

The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: Elizabeth Anne Designs – Contract Signing Tips

Abby wrote a helpful article packed with contract signing tips. Take a minute (it won’t take you long, it’s a short article) to read this article before signing your contracts.

The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: Snippet & Ink – Hayley and Joshua

Anyone who loves looking at real wedding pictures will love this one. The bride made 80 pink and white poms to decorate the ceremony venue with the help of friends and family and a good friend did her hair which looked incredibly romantic. I love that the bride had a local seamstress make her dress, because she couldn’t afford her dream designer dress. You would never know that this bride was on budget by looking at her wedding. Thanks for the inspiration!

The Best Budget-Friendly Idea of the Week: Oh So Beautiful Paper – Trimming the Budget without Sacrificing the First Impression

Maddy from The Inspired Bride wrote this guest post which is extremely helpful for brides who want to have pretty invitations without spending a fortune.

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