Skip to main content

Do It Yourself

Join group

It’s time to flex those crafting muscles! Bust out the sewing machine, master the art of the glue gun, and show that cricut who’s boss - this section is all about getting creative and customizing your wedding day decor. Share your DIY tips and progress here!

30,158
Members

Discussions

Sort by:
Last comment
  • Messages
  • Visits
  • Last comment
  • Date
  • Unanswered
S
Markers to write on mirrors?
Stephanie, on August 9, 2016 at 12:51 PM

So I have kind of a vintage glam theme going for my wedding at this historic estate, and I found this BEAUTIFUL vintage gold framed mirror at the flea market! I'd love to use it at our venue, but I...

Allison, Aug 9, 2016 6 8,673 1
Ms2MRS
Ceremony Stage Decor
Ms2MRS, on August 8, 2016 at 9:24 AM

My venue has a stage that we will use for ceremony. Can anyone suggest ways to decorate the stage? See pics below Thinking of a chuppah but we will have to use space for dj & band afterwards. Any...

Midwest May, Aug 9, 2016 8 134
A
Illinois outdoor wedding
Amanda, on August 8, 2016 at 9:45 AM

I want to find the perfect outdoor forestry feel for my wedding, but not sure what the best spot would be that is inexpensive in Illinois...any suggestions?

Cat On a Hot Tin Roo, Aug 8, 2016 11 154 1
Amber
Template Insert for 2 x 6 photo booth frames
Amber, on November 16, 2015 at 8:49 AM

Hello everyone! My fiancé and I would like to use the 2 x 6 clear photo booth frames as seating place cards and also include a little message about replacing with photos from the photo booth. Has...

Jen, Aug 5, 2016 4 1,704
Karin
DIY or Self Serve cocktail hour/open bar
Karin, on August 3, 2016 at 3:38 PM

I want to serve beer and wine but I don't want to pay for a bartender since I'm having a small backyard wedding. I was thinking of having beer and wine coolers on ice near the drink station but I...

NewFutureMrs, Aug 4, 2016 58 2,064
E
Ideas for stabilizing easels?
Elizabeth, on August 2, 2016 at 10:10 AM

I have four easels to hold framed chalkboards, but I'm afraid they will fall over from the wind, guests hitting them, etc. Does anyone have any ideas about how I could weigh them down or stabilize...

Lynnie, Aug 2, 2016 1 1,457
A
Anyone used PartyBell.com
Amanda, on July 31, 2016 at 6:01 PM

Has anyone used PartyBell.com? I've found only one 3rd party site with reviews. They were 5 star. But I can't find anything else about them so it makes me worry if they're legitimate reviews. They...

Amanda, Jul 31, 2016 888
L
DIY Wood slices
Lindsay, on July 30, 2016 at 12:12 PM

HI all, I was wondering if anyone has had the wood slices as chargers/centerpieces and on the cupcake table? Did you just leave them natural, stain them, or polyethylene them? Thank you for any...

Formal Pajamas, Jul 30, 2016 3 302
Alice
Cricut wedding DIY
Alice, on July 28, 2016 at 3:16 PM

Has anyone used Cricut to DIY their wedding decor or invites? And if so what did you make? Show me your projects! My coworker just mentioned Cricut today and there's so much ideas on Pinterest!...

JuneBride, Jul 29, 2016 11 406 1
A
Adding a bit of color to my dress!
Allison, on July 27, 2016 at 12:44 PM

I have a rather traditional wedding dress. It wasn't what I originally thought I wanted, but we found it at a really great deal, and when I put it on I felt pretty, like a bride! The only thing I...

JustBre, Jul 28, 2016 31 2,112
PNK
Baby's Breath and Flowers
PNK, on July 27, 2016 at 10:32 AM

So in planning our ceremony and reception, I never wanted a lot of flowers. I think they're beautiful but in the grand scheme of things it's not where I want to blow a large portion of our budget....

Alice, Jul 27, 2016 13 147
Jennalyn
Backdrop diy or rent?
Jennalyn, on July 8, 2016 at 6:22 AM

I'm debating on if I should make the backdrop for behind my head table or just find a company to rent it.anyone have input if you made yousr how easy was it? Will the price difference be significant? ...

null, Jul 23, 2016 8 551
S
Where can I get fake pumpkins in various sizes?
Stephanie, on July 16, 2016 at 8:55 AM

So, I'm getting married in the fall and I want to use pumpkins for my centerpieces. I'd like to use a variety of sizes, but I'm having trouble finding them (especially for a discount)! It seems like I...

Nancy, Jul 23, 2016 20 227
K
Fake flowers for church...yay or nay???
Kim, on July 22, 2016 at 11:03 AM

So, I'm already spending loads of money on flowers...We are getting married in the church and they have 2 "vases" that we could either take and fill ourselves or have a florist do for decoration of...

Meaghan, Jul 23, 2016 15 1,030
Natalie
Program Hander-Outer?
Natalie, on July 22, 2016 at 1:51 PM

So we are having my nephew (10) and FH's godson who is basically a nephew (11) handout programs. What do we call them in the programs? Junior Ushers? Program Hander-Outers (joke, obviously)?

jessabrynn10, Jul 22, 2016 13 634
Deannax91
How to get guests to stray from "Bride Side" & "Groom Side"?
Deannax91, on July 21, 2016 at 9:46 AM

I plan on having a sign at the beginning of the rows stating something along the lines of "choose a seat, not a side; we're all family" or something like that. Reason being, I live in Maine away from...

Ivonne, Jul 22, 2016 31 2,592
Shropshire2Davis
Wedding Planner printables
Shropshire2Davis, on July 21, 2016 at 5:41 AM

I'm looking to make my own wedding planner binder, is there anywhere I can find really nice printable planner pages for free? I really want to get it put together so I can get started putting things...

TimeLadyErika, Jul 21, 2016 9 262
Karyn
Cheap tablecloths?
Karyn, on July 19, 2016 at 10:32 AM

Anyone know where to find really cheap tablecloths? I have been told it is cheaper to buy than rent. Ideas?

MARY, Jul 21, 2016 21 776
Karyn
Cheapest Place to buy Paper Lanterns?
Karyn, on July 20, 2016 at 10:58 AM

Anyone know where to get wholesale prices on paper lanterns?

Lori, Jul 20, 2016 10 131
My Daughter's Wedding
Large scale ceiling decor on a budget
My Daughter's Wedding, on July 16, 2016 at 4:03 AM

Has anyone had to decorate a large ceiling space without spending a fortune?. If so what type of ceiling? And how did you decorate?

taetae88, Jul 17, 2016 10 108
WeddingWire celebrates love ...and so does everyone on our site! Explore how we embrace diversity

Groups

WeddingWire article topics