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I was not originally considering wearing a birdcage veil! I always thought they were gorgeous and so chic, but didn’t think I would be the bride to pull one off.
I happened to try one on at a bridal salon one day while I was looking for something else (shoes to solve my shoe crisis, I think it was!). I posted the picture on my Facebook and immediately had several comments about how amazing it was and how well it synched with my style. I took a second look and agreed that I actually loved it! The only thing I didn’t love was the $200 price tag on the one I tried on. So I decided to make my own. For less than $30 and an afternoon spent crafting with Blonde Bridesmaid, we were able to create this:
What do you think? Don’t mind the terrible photography skills I’m rockin’! It was a lot of work to get the look right with the netting, but totally do-able if you have the patience. And I really think you need a helper to make it less frustrating! People have been really impressed to hear that I made my own veil, but it’s one of those things where the impressive-to-difficulty ratio is high.
Have you made any of your really crucial wedding-day attire pieces?
Stay tuned for part two. You knew I wasn’t going to settle for just one veil, right?
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Love it! You look great! Can’t wait to see your tutorial!
I love the flower on the one you made, and I totally dig it on you!
So fun! I’m going to enter our reception wearing a Mrs. Sea Breeze original, so I’m definitely a fan of the funky bird cage — and I’m sure yours looks amazing on you!
You are definitely pulling it off! I really like the flower on the one you made, too! So pretty!
I can’t wait for the DIY tutorial! Can you also share where you bought the supples?
nice!! I’m beading my dress.
i’ve been trying so long to make one. I can never find the french netting to make one with though. Where did you find it? I’ve looked at every fabric store and called a ton of them in my state and no one knows what it is or stocks it!
Love it, what a great job. That’s the exact type of birdcage veil I want- a “poofy” one (not one that’s flat against my head), I have no idea what the official name is though!
I love the flower on the birdcage veil you made yourself! Great job!
If you can’t find russian netting any bridal shop should be able to order it for you. That’s what I did for my veil. However, the original birdcage veil I envisioned ended up turning into more of a headband with a feather and crystal flower added to it.
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Hey Ms. Star, gorgeous gorgeous birdcage! May I know where you got the flower? Are you going to do a DIY tutorial? I would like to know how you create such an exquisite work of art! 
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Mrs. Star, New York City
Age and Occupation: 22, Actress
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Casting Assistant
Wedding Date: October 2009
Venue: Ceremony: The Kraine Theatre, Reception: Midtown Loft & Terrace
About Me: I’m a professional actress who’s always had New York City in her blood and I'm finally getting the chance to make a home in Manhattan with my fiancé, my dog, and my big dreams! I love polka dots, craft projects, Dunkin’ Donuts’ iced coffee, and anything sparkly. I’m having a blast planning our elegant/dramatic/New York City/acting-themed/largely-DIY wedding and am thrilled to be the youngest current Miss Blogger!
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