I too am a DIY bride and we have recently started planning everything. We are even making our own wedding cake! In 2 weeks I am starting a cake-making course at Michael's it is $20 for the whole month of classes. To get up to the level of the type of cake we want that will be 3-4 months, but we have time! That is why I registered on this site, it has already given me ideas on ways to make so many things cheaper! Good Luck!