Highlights from your DailyCandy Spring 2011 Weddings guest book? Your rum-soaked cousin’s ruminations on love, a note sealed with Aunt Joan’s crimson smooch, and some of our favorite wedding bloggers’ ideas for your big day.

“Not all brides have an unlimited budget, which is why we created a Do-It-Yourself section packed with customizable freebies (DC: Check out the one they made for us!). For advanced DIY projects, it’s helpful to have access and some knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and a printer. We love the Epson Stylus Photo 1400, and we get all of the paper for our projects at Paper Source.” — The Wedding Chicks

“So many brides get hung up on what colors work together, but why limit yourself to one or two when you have a rainbow at your fingertips? Display sodas or finger food in color order; have bridesmaids pick dresses in an array of hues; decorate tables with a plethora of ribbon and florals. Keep it tasteful by balancing all that color with white and minimal accents.” — Brooklyn Bride

“We are loving air plants for bouquets, tablescapes, favors, and just about everything else. They come in all sorts of interesting shapes, sizes, and colors, and add a modern touch with just the right amount of organic appeal. For this bouquet, we used a stunning Xerographica air plant, cactus, craspedia, and wild flowers found at the wedding location.” — Bash, Please

“People think of 1stdibs.com for home decor, but the site also has bride-perfect jewelry. I’m such a fan of vintage and unique jewelry — my own engagement ring is a garnet cocktail ring from the 1920s — and it’s my favorite place to drool over one-of-a-kind pieces like the stunning diamond and sapphire ring.” — Snippet & Ink

“Let your location do the work for you. A unique site will dictate the style, and you’ll have to do very little else to set the mood. Don’t be afraid to put your budget toward a special destination. Or find an unexpected venue like a family member’s or friend’s backyard or house, secure a space at a local park, or look into renting a landmark location like a town square.” — Once Wed

“You can’t lug an entire DIY affair across the ocean, so when decorating a destination wedding, opt for bright textiles that make a bold statement with minimal effort. In Mexico, we used red fringe and red and pink fabric for a huge pop of color. In Italy, bold striped aqua and white fabric made a formal setting feel modern. And it was easy to pack.” — Grey Likes Weddings

“Don’t forget about your engagement photos. They give you a chance to get to know your photographer and cut out camera shyness on your wedding day. It’s also a chance to have fun and let your personalities shine through. You’ll get amazing pictures to remember this special time — and it’s a nice break from all the planning.” — Green Wedding Shoes

“When assembling your wedding day (or weekend) look, there’s no need to rely on wedding-specific boutiques. Try a local vintage shop or dive into Etsy. There’s a wealth of cute, always-current indie designers online who make and sell gorgeous pieces for stylish brides. Contact designers you love and make special requests — original pieces make your look totally unique.” — 100 Layer Cake

“DIY paper flowers work beautifully over a dessert table or as a ceremony backdrop. To make, cut three to five different-size circles out of tissue paper and stack the pieces small to large. Place a button in the middle of the stack, hold it in place, and twist the paper from the bottom up to create a voluminous shape. Tie the button in place with string.” — Forget Me Knot Weddings

“Lilly Pulitzer has the cutest new collection of bridesmaids dresses that are fun, flirty, and less serious than your average frock. Another favorite is 57 Grand. Its bridesmaid line is sophisticated, style centric, and full of dresses the maids can definitely wear time and time again. Plus, the color palette is beyond.” — Style Me Pretty

“When you need a festive solution for leaving your ceremony, but bubbles are not desired and confetti is not allowed, DIY Kabuki streamers are perfect. The bright, pretty decor stays completely attached, so there’s no mess to pick up afterward. Although they take some time to make, your photos will be well worth it.” — Project Wedding

“Treat guests to a dessert spread that’s not only delicious but says something about you, too, with sweets that represent your hometown, first date, wedding spot, or any sentimental locale. Make whoopie pies favors in Maine, serve beignets for a late-night snack out of love for New Orleans, or pass out black and white cookies in New York. Tie it all together with pretty details from Ready Go.” — The Sweetest Occasion