Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Presents New Inspiration for DIY Brides

Creating the wedding of your dreams just got easier. A Bride for All Seasons, an online collection of handmade project ideas providing inspiration for brides, is now available from Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores.

"Every bride dreams of her perfect wedding day," explained Courtney Talkington, manager of inspiration and education, at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores. "From the dress and the invitations, to the centerpieces and bouquets, a wedding is the ultimate representation of the personalities of the bride and groom. But, creating the wedding of your dreams can pose many challenges.”

Last year, the average American wedding cost nearly $28,000, according to wedding planning website the Knot. Whether you are looking for something truly original or striving to balance your budget, adding some do-it-yourself elements to your wedding can help you create a beautiful, memorable event.

Each season offers unique opportunities for expression. From the spring, eco-friendly wedding and the summer, casual wedding, to the fall wedding rich with color and texture and the winter wedding steeped in vintage tradition, the inspiration among these seasonal trends can get you started as you prepare for your big day.

"What better way to achieve a unique look for your wedding than to go handmade,” said Talkington. "More and more brides have chosen to incorporate hand crafted projects into their weddings, giving more meaning to this very special occasion. We are pleased to offer brides an expanded selection of projects, products and resources that will help them every step of the way.”

For some brides, this means repurposing the fabric from a beloved family member’s wedding dress for items like a flower girl dress. For others, it can be taking that passion for scrapbooking and using it to create invitations. Whatever the project, inspiration can be found both in-store and online at Joann.com. Before you say "I do,” say "I can,” and get started on your own handmade wedding projects that will make your day unforgettable.

About Jo-Ann Stores, Inc.

Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores (NYSE: JAS) the nation’s largest fabric and craft retailer with locations in 48 states, was founded in 1943 as a single retail store. Today, 750 Jo-Ann stores across the country provide consumers with creative inspiration. For additional information, visit www.Joann.com.

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