DIY Life

If being a die-hard DIY'er is a point of contention in your relationship, I wouldn't recommend turning up with these rings on your wedding day. If you're both into the fix-it lifestyle and want to celebrate it along with your love in a fun and quirky way, these nut and bolt wedding rings might be just the right fit.

The (somewhat phallic) rings fit together perfectly. I don't know how I'd feel about the guy getting the diamond piece, but that's the way they are intended. If nut and bolt rings aren't what you had in mind, there are some other cool ways that use your DIY'er personality and make your special day totally unique. Try making your own, with New York Wedding rings. A simple engraving can personalize rings and make them one of a kind. I'm sure there are loads of creative rings out there. I'd love to hear about some of them in the comments.

Couples can now make their own (or probably each others) wedding rings. It used to be that you'd choose between buying something ready-made from the store, or having a jeweler custom-make one for you. Now there is another option: design and craft your own.

This innovative concept by New York Wedding Ring is offered in both their New York and San Francisco studios. Each step, from design to final touches, will be under the guidance and supervision of a professional jeweler. You don't need any prior metal arts experience, or any real understanding of jewelry. Most designs can be completed in a one day workshop. More complicated plans may require an extra day. This would be a really fun workshop to take together.

They also offer engagement ring workshops. Just imagine how impressed she'll be when you propose with a ring that you crafted personally just for her.

If you're into comprehensive and once-in-a-lifetime stories about marriage proposals, you'll love this. When you combine art, computer-assisted design, an elaborate ruse and some background music by Sigur Ros into the picture to show the world your handiwork, nothing seems impossible.

What would you think if your significant other invited you to an exclusive art opening featuring a collage of shapes representing an art masterpiece? If you're the artsy kind, you might have stared at the piece for a long time, trying to determine what the artist was trying to communicate.

Little would you have known that an incredibly complex and special moment was about to commence. Talk about a very unique marriage proposal. I won't spoil the fun just yet, though. Use the YouTube video below to witness what I consider one of the neater proposals I've seen in a very long time. Handy with 3D computer modeling and foam sculpting? Get your ideas below.