Mothers of the Bride, for those of you who are crafters—or have friends who are crafters (yes!)—delight your daughter with a gorgeous bridal keepsake box like the one pictured above. I’m not a crafter myself, but thank goodness my good friend Teri is. She made the beauty above for my daughter Kristin when she was a bride-to-be.
Start with an oval-shaped box. Right away this makes it special by using a shape that’s not as common. Believe it or not, this box is actually a Harry & David Dark Chocolate Truffles box. I’m not sure if they’re currently for sale in oval boxex anywhere, but it won’t hurt to keep your eyes peeled for them. What betterr reason to buy and eat truffles than being able to use the box later!
After acquiring an oval-shaped box, think about what bridal-themed adornment might appeal to your daughter and cover the box accordingly. Teri and I chose a variety of lace, pearls, and pretty silk rosebuds for Kristin’s box. Teri then styled the box, using her trusty hot-glue gun.
So why not give it a try, MOB? It’s fairly simple to do (if you’re someone like Teri!) and can be used to store any number of wedding keepsakes. Teri included homemade garters in Kristin’s box. Take my word for it, whatever you do, your daughter will treasure it.
*You might also like to read Knitted Bridal Bouquet and More , Sparkle Up the Bridal Garter, Turning the Ordinary into Keepsakes, and Wedding Decor: Craft It with Paper.
*For info about my book Mother of the Bride and also my Wedding Inspiration cards, check out my Books & Cards page.
*The current issue of Life Notes, my quarterly inspirational newsletter with a giveaway in every regularly scheduled issue, came out this morning, but it’s not too late to receive it. Sign-up is free!
*Photo by Kristin