Today's DIY Friday is a little different, one of our suppliers Bianca Bouwer from Pretty Perfect Events saw the need to create a little how to guide for soon to be brides. Bianca advices brides what to do from the moment they get engaged till the big day, over the next couple of months Bianca will be guiding you step by step. See what she has to offer...

You're engaged, now what?

Hooray, you're engaged! Firstly, congratulations - we bet you're walking on cloud nine right now, and rightfully so! We know you want to stare at your left hand all day, but there are a few items to get out of the way after you've gotten engaged. We've rounded up the 13 best tips for you here:

1. Celebrate - just the two of you.

You've just committed to spending the rest of your life with someone, and that's a big deal. Take some time to enjoy and savour this momentous occasion before hitting the call button on your phone or logging on to social media.

2. Tell your VIPs - and not via text message.

Who still makes a phone call in today's day and age right? Trust us when we say this, pick up the phone and call your family and close friends to tell them the good news before taking to social media. Your grandmother doesn't want to hear about your engagement in 140 characters or less. Take some time to work through your phone book to spread the good news. Your family and friends will appreciate it.

3. Get your ring resized.

If your new fiancé got your ring size correct then 10 bonus points for him. If not, that's totally normal - and you need to get your ring resized as soon as possible. Your engagement ring needs to be a snug fit so that it does not slip off your finger easily. The last thing you want is your engagement ring to fall off without you noticing.

4. Get your ring insured.

If your fiancé hasn't taken care of the insurance yet, this is another high priority item on the list. Nothing will ever replace the sentimental value if heaven forbid your ring does get stolen, but at least you will get some funds from the insurance company to replace it. Get your ring insured as soon as possible.

5. Get a manicure.

Every person and their dog is going to want to take a look at your new bling. Make sure your hands and nails are well manicured, it will make all the difference.

6. Set a date, even if it's not THE date.

This is possibly the most asked question after 'how did he propose'. Chat to your fiancé about a possible month or time of the year you'd like to get married. Then when people ask this question you can say, 'We are thinking of next summer'.

7. Think about whether you want to go it alone or have a planner.

We all want to be super woman and organize the entire wedding alone, however this is not always practical. Often wedding planners know about a venue or great vendor that isn't common knowledge, and have hidden gems up their sleeve. Decide if you'd like to enlist the help of a professional.

8. Create a rough guest list.

This will help you when you start hunting for venues or give this number to your wedding planner. Your guest list will often determine which venues can accommodate you. Don't forget to ask both sets of parents what their ideal guest list is, you can scale back from there.

9. Talk budget.

We know, the word budget isn't always fun. But this is essential. Once you have a ballpark figure in your head, it will guide you as to which venues you can go see, and which photographer you can book, for example.

10. Vow not to make any rash decisions.

We know that you want to ask your bestie to be your bridesmaid immediately after you get engaged. But trust us on this one when we say take it slow. Allow your engagement to really settle in before making any decisions. This also goes for venue, vendors and your dress.

11. Get organized - online & offline.

Get those Pinterest boards going! Chances are you've got tons of inspiration pinned already - but if you don't, start daydreaming now. It's wise to keep a notebook or some sort of wedding file too - so that not all your documents are kept in an electronic cloud.

12. Have a date night - to talk anything BUT wedding.

Don't let the wedding planning process consume your relationship - have fun as a couple together - no wedding talk allowed.

13. Enjoy it!

Planning your wedding is part of the 'getting married' process - make it fun and enjoy it.