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TweedleDeedleDee
Where can I get bulk plastic champagne/wine glasses online?
TweedleDeedleDee, on December 31, 2014 at 3:09 PM

Hey, Does anyone know any reputable/reliable websites where I can get plastic champagne/wine glasses in bulk at a great price? Will be providing my own bar at the our reception venue and rather than...

Alicia, Jan 1, 2015 12 2,190
MRS_TB627
Anyone using Calla Lily flowers for bouquet...?
MRS_TB627, on December 21, 2014 at 6:49 PM

Hello ladies! I want to use calla lily flowers for my bridal bouquets (artificial of course) but I don't know where to find high quality flowers. I'm hoping to use cream colored flowers. The flowers...

Brittany, Dec 29, 2014 14 1,793
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Meal Choice on Place Card
Shanna, on December 25, 2014 at 11:35 PM

For those who did Rsvp's with meal choices, how did you indicate those choices on the place cards? I'm having a beach themed wedding so I was thinking maybe a different beach themed item for the...

annakay511, Dec 28, 2014 10 1,960
BreeCheez
Anyone use a wax seal on invites?
BreeCheez, on December 23, 2014 at 7:59 AM

& have any luck? Came out good/bad? Was it worth the trouble? It's only going to be about a $20.00 more to buy the tools I need. I saved a lot of money on my invites doing them myself......

JHazel, Dec 23, 2014 20 2,328
lovebride
DIY'ers - Have you used Filato Paper?
lovebride, on October 20, 2011 at 12:04 AM

Hi, I'm just wondering if any of u have used Filato Paper? I saw it and read that its actually made from plastic and is waterproof. I'm thinking of using it as a table runner. Seems to be cheaper and...

Shanna, Dec 23, 2014 9 204
NotAllWhoWanderAreLost
How many of you are putting your pictures on your invitations?
NotAllWhoWanderAreLost, on December 18, 2014 at 4:01 PM

FH just texted me and asked if we could put our engagement pictures on our invites. I guess the photographer sent something over that he really liked. (I haven't seen it yet). I honestly haven't seen...

kaylarae, Dec 19, 2014 31 1,677
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Maid of Honor and Bridesmaid DIY Gifts
Future Mrs. Huber, on December 16, 2014 at 3:43 PM

Hey There - So I have 4 bridesmades and a maid of honor and I'm really wanting to do something unique and different for their gift when asking them to be a part of my wedding. I am pretty crafty so...

Nicole, Dec 19, 2014 24 245
Heather
Costco Bulk Flowers
Heather, on December 13, 2014 at 9:59 AM

Hi all! Has anyone used Costco flowers/bulk flowers to make bouquets, centerpieces, etc.? What did you think of quality? Any other thoughts you had? Thanks!

Northern MN, Dec 18, 2014 14 1,781
megan
anybody DIY engagement pics?
megan, on December 13, 2014 at 11:14 AM

We are going to attempt to "selfie" some pictures to use on our save the dates, and im wondering if anybody has ever done this before and how it turned out? We had planned on buying an engagement...

Mrs. A & J, Dec 17, 2014 14 4,456
Monica SC
For those of you using tree slice cake stands...especially homemade ones-make sure it is food-safe.
Monica SC, on December 14, 2014 at 11:41 PM

I purchased one from a local Bride last month. We are just using it for our Groom's cake-a flavored cheesecake. I want to put the cake directly on the stand, but 1st it needs to be made food-safe. I...

Now I'm Mrs_M, Dec 15, 2014 10 10,512
Mrs. Soon to be Jefferson
what to include in you wedding programs
Mrs. Soon to be Jefferson, on November 30, 2014 at 5:44 PM

Other than who is in the wedding party, what else should be added?

Monana, Dec 8, 2014 13 1,620
SnappyLove2015
Insert/Detail Cards w/Invitations
SnappyLove2015, on December 8, 2014 at 3:45 PM

Hey Ladies! Our reception is at a different location than our ceremony. I was considering doing an extra insert card but not sure how to go about it. I was thinking about putting Reception to...

Northern MN, Dec 8, 2014 24 557
Rachael
Lantern HELP!
Rachael, on December 8, 2014 at 12:06 AM

I purchased three wooden lanterns from Pottery Barn for the head table at my wedding. FI and I are in the process of purchasing candles for all of the lanterns, and he brought up a really good...

Jess, Dec 8, 2014 11 3,183
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how many wedding program fans?
Shannon and Michael, on November 27, 2014 at 2:01 PM

Wondering how many program fans to make? One per person or per couple?

Snarky, Nov 28, 2014 10 1,110
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Anyone using empty frames?
LetItSnow, on November 26, 2014 at 11:38 AM

I'm trying to find a cheap ornate empty frame. I would like one that is a 20x30 inch. Anyone else using them? Where did you source your's from?

Monica SC, Nov 26, 2014 7 66
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How many flowers for a bouquet?
Danielle, on November 25, 2014 at 2:48 PM

I'm wanting to make my own bouquets but I have no idea how many flowers to order. I want to use roses, calla lilies, and blue galaxy orchids. I want a medium size for myself and small for my 3...

annakay511, Nov 25, 2014 4 360
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Dyeing Bridal Veil
Anonymous, on August 23, 2012 at 1:32 PM

Hi all So I though it would be super special if I wore my mom's veil the day of my wedding! I have a little cutting and to do as she got married 30 years ago and her veil is very bulky looking but my...

Karen, Nov 24, 2014 5 257
Alex
For those of you who ordered invitations from Vistaprint...
Alex, on November 20, 2014 at 9:25 PM

What did you do about inner envelopes?? (I know I'm a long ways away from needing to order invites...just trying to plan ahead.)

annakay511, Nov 23, 2014 14 503
Nicole
Wedding dress preserved in shadow box?! possibly places to get it done in the Tampa bay area? Or diy?
Nicole, on November 20, 2014 at 9:41 PM

I want to display my dress in a shadow box. Does anyone have experience with this or know where to get it done in Tampa bay area ? TIA Photo gives a idea of what im looking for...

FabulousErin, Nov 21, 2014 4 3,006
Jana
Sola flowers.. .what did you use as fillers?
Jana, on November 16, 2014 at 6:27 PM

I'm almost complete with my DIY Sola flower projects. I've dyed & put stems on 720 flowers. I'm just about ready to start putting my flowers into bouquets & centerpieces. I ordered 5 bundles of...

Lisa, Nov 18, 2014 4 300
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