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Chrissy
No Kids Wording
Chrissy, on June 4, 2015 at 11:55 AM

OK so when I search the forum for this question, the most recent thread I can find is 2012. Im curious about your opinions too. What is the best way to put adults only on the invitation so its to the...

Kems, Jun 5, 2015 30 1,128
Sarah
Removing wine bottle labels?
Sarah, on May 30, 2015 at 10:45 PM

I want to use wine bottles as part of my centerpieces. I got one label to come off easily by soaking it in hot water and baking soda, but when I tried another bottle it didn't work. Has anyone used...

Sparkles, Jun 1, 2015 19 3,453
KATIE
putting personalized stickers on cups???
KATIE, on May 30, 2015 at 6:36 PM

Hi there! So my wedding is in 20 days and I am trying to figure out my cups! I am having just plain Jane plastic 9 oz cups, but I want to spruce them up a little bit so it doesn't look so "plain",...

Celia Milton, May 30, 2015 6 115
Kyra
When to Start Wedding Website?
Kyra, on May 29, 2015 at 10:27 AM

This is a simple question ladies. Just curious because I see all of these wedding website discussions. When did you start creating yours? When did you launch (announce it to the public)? What happens...

FFW, May 29, 2015 9 112
Gladys
How To Pull Off A Small Intimate Wedding On A Small Budget. Really!
Gladys, on May 27, 2015 at 9:05 AM

We actually pulled this off by not using vendors that were specifically wedding vendors, e.g. a 'wedding' cake is more costly than a normal multi tiered cake that you can add wedding decorations to...

Mrs Cheapskate, May 27, 2015 14 185
Precious
150 guest: Escort Cards or Seating Chart with place cards @ the table
Precious, on May 26, 2015 at 4:14 PM

We are expecting 150-160 guests. Which will make seating run smoother? Escort cards placed on a table in the foyer with their name and table number or A seating chart in the foyer with place cards on...

Precious, May 26, 2015 8 193
A
Personalized Cowboy Boots
Amanda, on May 19, 2015 at 3:16 PM

Help! I really want to get my boots personalized for the wedding (and my FH's too). Where do I get something like this done?

Kinsey, May 20, 2015 3 159
Tracey
FOUND THE letter for guestbook substitution on a budget and wanted to share.
Tracey , on April 19, 2013 at 9:23 PM

OK>>i am on a tight budget and didn't have this included..so was looking for a low cost option.. WELL>>Home depot has the unfinished wood letters. I'm doing M I will buy black paint and purchase...

Carissa, May 19, 2015 15 1,361
MrsA
Ceremony music....recorded music
MrsA, on May 18, 2015 at 4:12 PM

I'm just starting to think about the church music. I don't really want to hire anyone to play during the ceremony. I was quoted $250 for an hours time for someone to play. Is anyone using an...

Anna, May 19, 2015 26 1,672
HereComeTheYorks
Christmas light ceiling decor
HereComeTheYorks, on May 17, 2015 at 6:30 PM

Has anyone done this, want to do this, or have any recommendations?! Any idea on how much it would cost to do? Thanks everyone! XOXO

HereComeTheYorks, May 18, 2015 12 223
M
DIY message in a bottle invitations.
Mrs.Boyce2Be, on May 15, 2015 at 9:18 PM

Any DIY brides doing message in the bottle invitations? What are you doing to secure the mailing box during shipping. I don't want it to open. Any advice?

Mrs Ronco, May 16, 2015 9 146
C
Help Covering HIDEOUS Walls for a Reception
Cami, on May 13, 2015 at 5:29 PM

Okay guys, I need HELP! I am on a low budget, and we are doing everything at our church because it is free. Unfortunately, the only place big enough for a reception is our youth room - which is...

cakewalk82, May 14, 2015 5 1,813
Becca
DIY PVC PIPE RIBBON BACKDROP HELP.
Becca, on May 13, 2015 at 6:06 AM

Hi. My wedding is in 17 days! I already have all the ribbon cut and it is currently all tied to a thick white rope because I was planning on tacking it to the wall. It is to heavy and my venue does...

tucker052315, May 13, 2015 7 1,239
FutureMrsArmstrong
Dying Tulle...
FutureMrsArmstrong, on May 12, 2015 at 9:11 AM

I am trying to dye white tulle a wine/burgundy color...it isn't working out very well! lol. I have tried the RIT dye kit, which tinged the tulle a light pink. Any suggestions? Thx!!!

JamieLynn, May 12, 2015 4 5,877
Samantha
Adhesive for Ribbon
Samantha, on May 11, 2015 at 10:55 AM

I have ribbon that I want to use to hold my invitation suite together. I would prefer not to tie the ribbon together because I think that would make it more bulky. Is there some type of adhesive I...

MrsMorales, May 11, 2015 13 949
Stefani
Show me your dollar store centerpieces!
Stefani, on March 10, 2015 at 5:26 PM

I am trying to save money and make some centerpieces for my wedding using the $1 vases the dollar store has. I would like some tips and inspiration from fellow dollar store ladies! thank you!

Future Mrs. A, May 10, 2015 23 1,055
Megan
Removing Spray Paint from Mason Jars
Megan, on May 10, 2015 at 9:15 PM

I started painting my mason jar centerpieces today and one of my main ones didn't come out that good, it has pain drips all around it. How do I remove paint from mason jars? I tried nail polish...

Imtheone4Him, May 10, 2015 6 5,404
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DIY Cupcake Stands
Private User, on April 9, 2015 at 4:15 PM

I have decided to do cupcakes in the center of my tables since flowers are expensive! I would like to make my own but I am struggling with different designs I have found on pinterest and other...

Laura, May 10, 2015 9 289
Chrissy
Wedding/Reception signs
Chrissy, on May 8, 2015 at 10:27 AM

I'm trying to figure out what little signs I need at the wedding. I've thought of sign my guestbook and menu/bar signs, but are there any else I should make? I don't want to be missing any. Can you...

Crystal L., May 9, 2015 23 3,465
Sonya
For Those Doing A Picture Poster Seating Chart
Sonya, on May 8, 2015 at 4:18 PM

Is Anyone Doing a Picture Poster Seating Chart Like the one I attached? I am trying to get all my RSVP's by 5/22 final count that is due to the vendor so that I can work on my chart and get it...

Bride, May 8, 2015 17 1,617
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