A friend of mine has offered to make necklaces and bracelets for my bridesmaids. I love the idea of giving friends something handmade but completely lack the skills. So if a friend is willing to step in and help me execute the design I have in my head, I'm more than happy to accept.

My friends are remarkably talented. I have friends that are musicians, photographers, writers, etc. And many of them are willing to lend their talents to my wedding.

If you have great friends, use their talents. When you walk down the aisle it will be more special if your recognize the photograph, listen to music a friend is playing and carry a bouqet from that super-creative cousin.