Obviously we were a little obsessed with cherry blossoms this month, well who wouldn't be? It's such a gorgeous time of year right now. So while you were all emerging from your winter cocoons we tracked down some seriously pretty handmade accessories, perfect for spring weddings. Striking cherry blossom photo by Kimiko Yoshida. Doloris Petunia's beaded cuffs are just to die for! Customised...

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We're loving these ninja bread men cut outs. They would be so cute for a boys birthday party. Available from Fred and Friends. ...

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To wrap up the month we have the most gorgeous cherry blossom wedding to share compliments of a very talented photographer, Caroline Tran. Vivian and Seans Californian wedding this year was full of the most amazing details, you can really see how much effort went it to putting it all together. A girl after my own heart Vivian DIYed her own cherry blossom...

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Some days I feel like buying loads of books just so I can colour co-ordinate them like this. Who knows with the ipad, kindel and internet maybe this is the only thing we'll use books for soon. ...

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The sweetest treat for a cherry blossom wedding, we came across this lovely recipe to make your very own sakura cookies. There are few odd ingredients including Sakura extract and Sakura flakes for garnishing! If that all sounds a little too tricky you could always just whip up your favourite batch of cookie dough and use a blossom shaped cutter. But for the...

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OMG! Can you believe that Kalleen is not a baker or even a professional cake decorator? But she made this amazing wedding cake using a pasta machine for the decorations. You can see her great post about the process on her blog At Second Street. ...

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We've cherry picked the best blossom wedding cakes around for some sweet inspiration...Credits: From Spring 2008, InStyle Weddings Magazine (U.S. edition), via Style Hive, Martha Stewart Weddings, shot by Caroline Tran, Gorgeous Cakes, Eat Cake Be Merry. ...

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Cineca and Joshuas Japanese inspired wedding was a truly DIY affair, designing and creating nearly every detail with the help of some great friends. Here Cineca talks us through the process of making her cute message in a bottle wedding favors which doubled as programs. "I began saving clear glass bottles roughly 6 months before the wedding. Each bottle had to be cleaned...

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Pink cherry blossoms displayed in a variety of glass vases make simple but beautiful table decorations, an easy DIY project for your wedding, photo by Eric Hegwer. You don't always need a big wedding cake to make an impression. These pretty little pettie fours with delicate cherry blossom sugar flowers look divine. If you're lucky enough to find a venue with cherry blossom...

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We have a beautiful free wedding DIY download today. These gorgeous cherry blossom tags in, three pretty shades, are prefect for a wishing tree guestbook. Just visit the 'i do it yourself website to download this free wedding template. Cut out each tag and punch a hole at the top to attach some ribbon for hanging. Easy! ...

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Wishing trees are a beautiful alternative to the traditional wedding guestbook. Rather than signing a book or a photo, guests write little messages on cards then hang them from branches gathered together in a vase. You will need:Bare tree branchesSpray paint (optional)Planter or vaseFloral foam or decorative pebbles CardsClear wire or ribbonBeads, crystals and/or faux flowers (optional) DIY project:1. You can start by...

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Belly bands are the quick and easy way to add that extra bit of elegance to your wedding invitations. It's a beautiful way to package together your invite, rsvp card, any loose inserts and envelope by wrapping a strip of paper or fabric around. You can use plain or decorative paper, finish off with some ribbon or attach a seal or monogram. You...

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We're now on felt! Creative Monsoon has joined New Zealand handmade site felt.co.nz so we can get our groovy kiwi t shirts and photography out there. Check out our new online store. ...

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Create your own beautiful centrepieces or scatter these cute little origami flowers on your wedding tables. This lovely DIY wedding project can be found on The Firty Guide. All you will need is some paper and a little glue. Gorgeous! ...

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So very nearly there! Just a few finishing touches and the new kitchen is done. Here is little Scampi standing guard of his favourite room in the house. ...

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Today we have the prettiest little DIY wedding project - a beautiful paper cherry blossom garland. We followed some very simple steps on Cut out and Keep, found here, to create our very own pretty paper flowers. We made sakura blossoms in two different sizes using different shades of pink paper, and finished off by threading some cotton to hang our spring garland....

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Wow! What a great idea these are. We're always dancing around trying to get kids to look at the camera. These little handmade lens pets are made to order to fit your lens or camera, a great idea for pros and mums and dads. From Mandee Franee Designs. ...

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Fresh and fabulous, perfect for oriental and spring garden weddings. Sweet Sakura is a gorgeous cherry blossom themed wedding range with everything from gatefold wedding invitation to thank you cards. All available as printable computer files for easy at home printing - or just take to your local print shop.Prices start at $15 from the 'i do' it yourself online shop. ...

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I think you would be hard pressed to find a more romantic wedding location than under a canopy of delicate pink or white blossoms. You can even bring the magic indoors with cherry blossoms in planters wrapped to create a beautiful wedding arch.Credits: Love Life Images by Stephen Bob; Erik Ekroth; Martha Stewart Weddings; Striking Shots; Marin and Daniels wedding via Pre Owned...

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Once you have your own dress in the bag what to do about your beautiful bridesmaids? Here are some tips and inspiration for getting the perfect gowns to compliment your own. Colour - the best starting point when choosing a bridesmaids dress. You probably already have a colour theme in mind for your wedding and bridesmaid dresses are a great way to introduce...

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If you're looking for a cherry blossom inspired wedding dress the you can't go past Culture Bridal Couture. Based in Leichhardt, Sydney, their unique gowns fuse designs from around the world and even use the most exquisite vintage Japaneses Kimono and Obi fabric.Satin Cherry Blossom Kimono Wedding Gowns by Culture Bridal Couture. Photo by Glenroy Photography, make-up by Laurel Brown ...

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I loved my wedding dress, but I don't feel the need to keep it just sitting in a box in my wardrobe. Do you know anywhere I can sell it? - Amy, SydneyWe were recently asked this question by an 'i do' it yourself blog reader and as luck would have it Savvy Brides dropped us a line a few days later! Savvy...

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You can always tell spring is just around the corner when the cherry blossoms, or sakura in Japanese, start to appear. Romantic and feminine with their soft pretty pink petals, its no wonder they're such a popular wedding feature especially at this time of year. Credits: Model shot via Elilte Models. A stunning canopy of cherry blossom trees, the perfect setting for a...

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