What is it about weddings that makes us want to call up our closest friends and break out the craft box or get in the kitchen to have some fun with our favourite recipes? DIY touches at weddings make the occasion extra memorable and it gives us an excuse to get together with our friends to create loads of beautiful things. This year you guys were loving our wreaths, DIY gift bags, yummy peanut brittle, spiked hot chocolate, and much more.

Check out the top 10 Polka Dot Made blogs of 2017!

1. Whimsical Floral Hoop Tutorial

“In this tutorial, I am creating a large scale hanging floral garland using easily acquired materials and a simple process.”

2. Peanut Brittle Bonbonniere Recipe

“Peanut Brittle is one of those treats that manages to capture the perfect mix of sweet and salty. The sort of treat that will have you finishing a bag without realising it.”

3. Flower Petal Bundle Dyed Fabric Tutorial

“If you’re looking to add as many DIY touches to your wedding as possible, look no further than this flower petal bundle-dyed fabric tutorial!”

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4. Hand-Lettering with Ink Tutorial: Creating Beautiful Wedding Invitations

“Would you like to add a personal touch to your wedding invitation but think your handwriting is not up to scratch? Using ink could be the medium for you.”

5. DIY Olive Branch Wreath Tutorial

“This DIY olive branch wreath tutorial is a brilliant way of easily and economically incorporating greenery into your big day.”

6. Hand Letter Gift Bag Tutorial

“If you’re looking for a simple way to personalise gifts for your guests, look no further! It’s a lot of fun to think of creative and thoughtful gift ideas for your bridesmaids or guests at your bridal shower, just don’t forget the wrapping!”

7. Foliage Wrapped Candle Centrepiece Tutorial

“When it comes to creating a beautiful centrepiece, simple is often best! You can create a stunning impact by grouping together clusters of candles and simple foliage – or you could mix the two.”

8. Easy No-Sew Leather Clutch Tutorial

“This easy no-sew clutch only requires the bare minimum of materials and is super fun to make! A gorgeous gift that can be filled with some luxurious treats, this is a handmade present that will be treasured for a long time.”

9. Confetti Lollipop Favour Recipe

“These lollipops are flavoured with rosewater essence and decorated with varying colours of sprinkles – both which could be customised for your wedding.”

10. Cocktail Friday – Spiked Spice Hot Chocolate

“You may have discovered the Polka Dot Bride team loves to make our hot chocolate with a bit of an edge because we believe that Winter is amazing (it’s not far off now!) and that serving your guests something warm may just be the most special treat.”