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Bouquets galore, record save-the-dates, and superhero drinks

You guys took to the Flickr Pool this week armed with photos of your bouquets and I’m LOVING it. So we’re showing a few of those, plus some bonus socks, engagement rings, and save-the-dates. Oh, and you’ll love the geeky Pinterest picks this week!

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Ashley & Oliver’s homemade wedding on the dunes

This wedding explodes with DIY details: a handmade dress and shrug, self-assembled bouquets and centerpieces, jewelry, hairpieces, flask garters, photo booth props, and barefoot sandals(!). The sandals were the perfect shoe solution for a beach ceremony. The handfasting, adorable “ring bear,” and gorgeous setting round out a fabulous wedding day.

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Corinne & Mike’s Motown and movies Irish wedding

Tons of DIY, an awesome first look with which we had to tinker, a mashed potato bar, an all-Motown-all-the-time reception, and a favorite movie theme means lots of amazing personal touches. Plus, the bride saves the day with a bridesmaid dress snafu. Fair warning: get your tissues ready for their favorite moment.

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Elizabeth & Jeff’s vintage whimsical handmade flower wedding

Just looking at all of the handmade flower arrangements at this wedding makes me have sympathy DIY finger pain. But man, does it look awesome. With a vintage dress made for twirling, honey favors, and beaded bouquets, this is one whimsical wedding.

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Butterflies, succulents, and an art museum wedding in San Diego

This beautiful wedding took place under a huge sculpture at The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Surrounded by art, the pair opted for orange, green, and butterfly-infused decor.

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Heidi & Ed’s artichoke and asparagus-themed handmade wedding

This couple find winter zen with their veggie-themed shindig in an opera house turned roller rink turned venue. The crafty bride DIYed the place into submission until it fit her needs. See these bespectacled cuties get hitched.