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Mary
Address book guest book
Mary, on December 8, 2016 at 3:23 AM

We are going to pass on the traditional guest book..we just won't do anything with it after. Instead we are going to do an address book guest book. Each guest fills out an address card with their...

kimmyinjapan, Dec 8, 2016 4 284
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Aliexpress!?!
Heather, on January 20, 2016 at 8:08 PM

Has anyone had luck on aliexpress???

Ann877, Dec 7, 2016 16 240
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Babys breath boquets.
Megan, on December 5, 2016 at 7:57 AM

As cliché as it is, I really want babys breath ONLY for my wedding. I hate the idea of spending a ridiculous amount of money on flowers that will just die. I think that fake babys breath looks cheap....

Allymonbanana, Dec 6, 2016 16 385
Laura2.0
Damn it I forgot to put the RSVP date on the RSVP
Laura2.0, on December 5, 2016 at 11:19 AM

I'm so mad at myself. I ordered from Vista print last month and I admit I rushed through it. I just noticed I didn't put the RSVP by date on it. I really don't want to spend extra money and re order....

Jessinlove, Dec 5, 2016 8 1,045
Alisea & Jose
Pizza Bar ??
Alisea & Jose, on December 1, 2016 at 12:36 PM

So me and my FI are VERY non - traditional ( Alice in wonderland themed wedding) and we are trying to cut costs on food what does everyone think about a pizza bar ? ANY SUGGESTIONS/COMMENTS/PICTURES? ...

Alisea & Jose, Dec 3, 2016 46 2,757
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Diy dancefloor???
Leticia, on November 30, 2016 at 3:22 PM

I have been searching everywhere for dancefloor rental and the least expensive place I found is charging $18 per square and I'm thinking I need a 20x20 floor so that comes close to $600...

mlucheck, Dec 1, 2016 6 546
Alisia
DIY Tulle, Light and Greenery Backdrop
Alisia, on November 30, 2016 at 3:39 PM

I need advice on the best way to make a giant reception backdrop with tulle, lights and some greenery. The staff at our reception place would be hanging it, so I'm not concerned about that. I just...

Alisia, Nov 30, 2016 8 285
Mr&Mrs89
Tea bag wedding favors?
Mr&Mrs89, on November 25, 2016 at 9:39 PM

Hi fellow brides! Happy Friday! so I'm debating on doing custom prepackaged tea bags or DIY tea bag favors (I'll buy bags and buy bulk tea bags and put 2-3 tea bags in it). So far I'm thinking...

Candi, Nov 28, 2016 19 278
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Themes for a November, December wedding
SARA, on November 25, 2016 at 1:04 PM

Hi! I was wondering if anyone had any ideas for a sophisticated theme for a November/December wedding. So, not "fall" or "winter wonderland", but something creative!

Mrs. Coakley, Nov 26, 2016 18 855
Tori
Make your own Sola Wood Flowers
Tori, on November 22, 2016 at 2:33 AM

So ladies, has anyone bought the wood sheets and made their own sola wood flowers? I know you can buy them pre-made but am curious to know if anyone has embarked on the full blown DIY journey. If you...

Sara, Nov 22, 2016 3 315
Jade
Rose Gold Glitter
Jade, on March 30, 2015 at 4:35 PM

Does anyone know where I can find either Rose Gold (Glitter) Spray Paint or Rose Gold Glitter? When I went to Michael's they only had silver & gold glitter spray paint or like metallic paint. I've...

Anita, Nov 19, 2016 15 3,891
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DIY budget friendly wedding reception venues
Alex and Kaitlyn, on November 9, 2016 at 12:39 PM

Hi guys, I'm looking for a DIY budget friendly wedding venue for june 25, 2017 in the Boston area. We have a max budget of about $5000. Our guest list is between 100-150 people. I'm open to all...

GoingBALDwin!!!!!, Nov 19, 2016 29 444
tinyred15
Accidentally purchased flat thank you cards...
tinyred15, on November 13, 2016 at 11:39 AM

As the title suggests, I thought I was purchasing normal thank you cards, but apparently I bought flat cards instead. Has anyone used flat cards as thank yous? Or has anyone received one? I'm pretty...

Mrs. Fall Bride, Nov 17, 2016 16 749
EventuallyErmon
Cake pull etiquette?!?
EventuallyErmon, on November 16, 2016 at 8:59 PM

I have always participated in cake pulls as a single person up until my cousin got married and she chose to do pulls without "the ring" so I was allowed to participate even though I was engaged. I...

EventuallyErmon, Nov 16, 2016 11 2,667
SoontobeMrs.2017
Cardstock and printing
SoontobeMrs.2017, on November 16, 2016 at 1:01 PM

So for our programs and menus I plan on just getting a file from Esty and printing them myself. I'm by no means a DIY person so I need some help. I'm trying to find some cute cardstock but not sure...

Jessica, Nov 16, 2016 7 85
FutureMrs.DAO
DIY Paper FLower Wall
FutureMrs.DAO, on November 12, 2016 at 9:33 PM

Whew! Today I took a stab at creating paper flowers. Im so in love with the flower wall that I must have it for my wedding. Im not really a DIY kind of person as normally I will just buy what ever I...

APD, Nov 15, 2016 15 442
Chantal
How do you print your own address labels from weddingwire?!
Chantal, on November 13, 2016 at 6:55 PM

I have completed my guest list, and I know how to export the name and addresses, But how do I print them on labels? Is there a way to do it directly from weddingwire? Please Help!

Lynnie, Nov 14, 2016 3 374
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Are DJ services really necessary?
Natalie, on October 25, 2016 at 12:14 PM

Our venue has a sound and lighting system with a hookups for mp3 players or laptops, they also provide a wireless mic. With that being said, would you hire a DJ? Most of them charge at least...

Shulamith, Nov 9, 2016 43 3,100
Priscilla
Choosing the right table linen for Half Moon Sweetheart table
Priscilla, on November 8, 2016 at 5:52 PM

My venue let us know that our sweetheart table will be a half moon table measuring 36in diameter, 71.5in long, and 29in. height. I will be going to our downtown garment district to find some gold...

Priscilla, Nov 8, 2016 397
Bethany Ann
Best Goodwill Finds
Bethany Ann, on November 5, 2016 at 10:30 PM

Did anyone incorporate Goodwill (or second hand) finds into their wedding? If so, what was your best Goodwill find?

E.V., Nov 8, 2016 28 246
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