As we are well into spring and coasting into summer, we are entering wedding season. The perfect time for a nice little DIY Framed Ring Holder.

The Framed Ring Holder has been floating around Pinterest for a few years now but it's still a popular, personalized gift to hold your wedding ring and engagement ring. It's really easy to make and can be personalized to the recipient's taste. I included one in each of my friends engagement gifts baskets but they also make great bridal shower gifts, wedding gifts and birthday gifts. Easy, personalized gift.

What You Need

Small Frame This one came from AC Moore.
*Do not toss out the cardboard from the back of the frame, you will need it!
Fabric Most of the time white, cream will work
Foam White will work best 
Glue
Adhesive Roller
Decorative Accents
Pin

Start by taking the cardboard out of the back of the frame. Run the glue down the sides of the cardboard and place down on the foam pressing slightly.

Add glue to the opposite side of the cardboard and wrap the foam around the cardboard backing pressing down for few seconds. Make sure it sticks together.

Cut the fabric to be approximately 1/2" larger than the foam. Apply roll on adhesive to the ends of the fabric & foam to secure in place. 

Make sure the fabric wraps around the foam tight, smoothing out any bubbles, bumps that might be on the surface.

Place fabric piece back into the frame. If it ends up being too large, you can easily peel back the adhesive and trim the cardboard. I had to do this a couple of times to make it fit.

Once you have put the fabric backing into the frame, it's time to add the pin. I found it best to measure 1/4 way from the top. Once you find the spot insert the pin from an upward angle. It might take some adjusting to get the pin in all the way so that it is not sticking out.

Add any embellishments to the frame that you need. I kept this one pretty simple with just a small flower. The possibilities are endless depending on the frame you purchase.

Voila! A perfectly, chic, convenient Framed Ring Holder. The perfect DIY personalized bridal shower gift.

Is there a DIY personalized item you like to give for gifts?

Engagement Gift Basket

Two of my dear friens have recently gotten engaged in the past few weeks. Actually, all in the same week. And I couldn't be more excited for them to enter the fun world of wedding planning and marriage.

As a previous bride/bridesmaid myself, I know there were things I wish I had to help me with the process. I knew I wanted to put something together for them to kick start their wedding planning and they would really love. Plus, I love enjoying my friends happiness with them.

First you must gather all the essentials. Here is what I included in my baskets.

Bride Magazine
Champagne
Planner comes in handy to keep track of contracts
Fun Bridal Advice Book
Alcohol of choice bonus points if it looks like wedding bells
Candy to indulge beginning of wedding planning stress
DIY Wedding Ring Holder

DIY coming soon.

Some extra items you can add to it. Really, the possibilities are endless.
Notebook
Pens
Mints/Gums
Anything with Bride or Mrs.

Once you have your items, you can add a little extra touch with ribbons and tags. I had ones that said "Love" and  "Celebrate." It helps make the everyday items a little fancier and more special. I also made sure to wrap up the Picture Frame Ring Holder so it didn't get damaged.

Choose a pretty basket, canvas tote, whichever you feel is best and arrange everything together as so. You can also add some tissue paper, bag filler, bows or anything else to make it really special. Both of my "baskets" had to be shipped because my ladies live far away so mine were arranged in a nice box.

This engagement gift basket is an easy yet special gift to give the bride to be in your life. It's a special touch that really sets the bride up for success.