DIY Project: S'mores Kits

One of the most important things I think any bride can do in planning her wedding is to come up with at least one DIY (do-it-yourself) project.  Whether it is your menus, programs, favors, or a cute extra project (or all of the above!), DIY elements add a special touch to your wedding, show your guests you put time and thought into the elements of your wedding, add a little bit of 'you", and save you money!  I am going to try whenever possible to post DIY projects or ideas for weddings that I have come up with or found on the blog circuit. 

One of my favorite DIY ideas I have come across is actually quite simple - a s'mores kit.  It would be a perfect wedding favor idea for a fall or winter wedding or an element to use in out-of-town bags for guests, not to mention a great gift for everyday use (think holiday gift, thank you gift, hostess gift...)  How perfect would this project be as a favor idea for the winter inspired wedding previously featured!?

Pictures from Twig & Thistle

Materials needed:  marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers, acetate boxes or clear plastic bags (depending on how big you want the kits and how you prefer to package them, but I prefer the acetate boxes, which can be found here), and baker's twine or your choice of ribbon

Instructions:  Pretty simple really - just package the boxes or bags with the marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate, tie some baker's twine or ribbon around the packaging, and top it with a sticker or tag carrying a special message from you.  I like the combination of baker's twine and a kraft tag.  Minimal cost or effort to you, but a thoughful and yummy gift for others!