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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!

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Megan
Hiring a bartender, or no? Hiring a caterer, or no?
Megan, on June 30, 2014 at 6:44 AM

I was thinking about NOT hiring a bartender, & making a self serve bar. Maybe do mine & FH favorite mix drink, wine, & beer. Maybe put the mix for the mix drink in a drink dispenser or just the entire...

Erika, Jul 1, 2014 26 1,611
Kristin
5x5 Envelopes
Kristin, on June 30, 2014 at 10:36 PM

Does anyone know how to print addresses onto 5x5 envelopes? My computer just will not allow that size and I'm getting super frustrated!!!!

Sarahdell, Jun 30, 2014 3 601
Minji
Wedding Bubbles for all the guests?? or just some?
Minji, on June 29, 2014 at 1:28 PM

We are planning to have the guests to blow wedding bubbles when we are exiting from the ceremony... do i need to give all our guests 1 bubble each? or just to those who sits closer to the aisle?...

ashley, Jun 30, 2014 12 1,108
R+J
grocery store flowers
R+J, on June 26, 2014 at 10:45 PM

Ok, this might skeeve out some brides but im a bride on a budget. I went to 5 different flower shops and each want ridiculous amounts of cash. While doing my groceries, I stopped to ask the florist at...

Katie, Jun 27, 2014 31 2,598
Catalina
For all the DIY Brides out there
Catalina, on June 26, 2014 at 10:44 PM

I just want to encourage brides out there considering DIY projects to give it a shoot! I am not very creative or talented and decided to try to make my brooch bouquet. Of course I am trying early in...

Catalina, Jun 27, 2014 15 81
marriedlady
Does anyone have DIY wedding programs (templates)
marriedlady, on August 11, 2012 at 3:21 PM

Does anybody have any pretty wedding program templates? I don't like all the ones I'm finding on Google. I'm not too crazy about the ones on Word either. =( I just want a bi-fold or tri-fold template,...

review, Jun 27, 2014 4 1,285
Michelle
DIY chalkboard question!
Michelle, on June 24, 2014 at 8:36 PM

I bought some old frames from thrift stores and I bought some of the spray chalkpaint. My question is, is there something I can spray on the chalk after I decorate it to keep is preserved a little...

Brandie, Jun 26, 2014 9 238
FutureMrsForbes
Sand Ceremony Hourglass
FutureMrsForbes, on June 26, 2014 at 10:40 AM

We are planning on doing a sand ceremony with the three of our kids and us each having our own color sand. I really like the idea of an hourglass, and saying something along the of over time as the...

tnovak, Jun 26, 2014 5 973
Sandra
Mustache shadow, need advice
Sandra, on June 25, 2014 at 7:30 AM

So I noticed recently that I have a shadow on my upper lip. I have researched it and came to the conclusion that it may have come from my face cream that I have switched not to long ago. I notice it...

Sandra, Jun 26, 2014 15 953
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When Can I Make M&M Favors
Private User, on June 20, 2014 at 2:40 PM

Hey Guys! Just got these awesome Jars from Michaels for my wedding favors. We are going to fill them with gray M&Ms. My wedding is in 3.5 months. I want to get the favors done now while I have the...

Private User, Jun 24, 2014 6 1,081
Niecy Sparkles
Did you go into debt for your wedding?
Niecy Sparkles, on June 20, 2014 at 9:45 AM

Omg I worked about 75hrs/week and I nearly killed myself. Me and FH have our wedding paid off in full and I still have plenty of time to spare. What a relief!! Did you pay yours off with cash, card,...

MrsLaguna, Jun 22, 2014 91 783
ELFie
Tealights without holders - does this seem risky?
ELFie, on June 19, 2014 at 11:35 AM

I couldn't find anything in the past discussions about using tealights without candle holders, and I'm curious if others have done it or would find it to be an added risk. On each table I'm planning...

NewMrsWesely, Jun 20, 2014 9 6,971
C
Kissing Ball Centerpieces
Catera, on June 18, 2014 at 11:53 AM

I would like to get your opinion. I made these using carnation flowers found at Dollar tree, diamond from hobby lobby and navy flowers from Micheals. These will be place on every other reception...

Catera, Jun 19, 2014 16 301
I need a nickname
ARGH! I give up on these freaken DIY personalized hangers!
I need a nickname, on July 15, 2011 at 1:00 AM

ARGH! I give up on these freaken DIY personalized hangers! I can't seem to get it right and I'm getting really frustrated. I spent a lot of time drawing out the names. I bought some nice wooden...

Maria, Jun 19, 2014 25 2,571
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Real Vs. Fake Flowers
Felicia, on June 14, 2014 at 8:13 AM

Ok so just a little background info….Our wedding is 120 guest and all close friends and family. Our budget was 5,000 and we are ready for the big day with only spending 4,000. The theme is rustic,...

Kara, Jun 16, 2014 23 16,600 1
Mary
Cheap digital camera v. disposable
Mary, on June 14, 2014 at 12:44 AM

I love the idea of having photo props and some cameras to give the guests something fun to do during the cocktail hour. I was going to get disposable cameras, but I've read online the pictures turn...

Misty, Jun 14, 2014 4 136
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DIY indoor wedding arbor
Andria, on June 13, 2014 at 8:13 PM

I am having an indoor wedding in November, and the ceremony will be at the reception site. We have been trying to do as much DIY stuff as possible to save money, and we aren't hiring a florist. I am...

Stacy, Jun 14, 2014 2 361
OregonEmily
Anyone writing their own ceremony script?
OregonEmily, on June 12, 2014 at 3:36 PM

It's quite a daunting task. I almost regret "googling it" because I was overwhelmed with too many options, as well as a mass of outdated or overly cheesy options. I want to piece together a ceremony...

C&E2014, Jun 12, 2014 17 251
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has anyone used/purchased rose petals from a grocery store? (sams, costco)
Nicole, on June 11, 2014 at 6:39 PM

I purchased fresh rose petals from Sam's club and they were shipped yesterday, expected to be here Friday, to use Saturday. i'm scared they will be shriveled and dead by then?! anyone have experience...

Brittany, Jun 12, 2014 7 1,334
tnovak
Bridal Bouquets..is this style out dated?
tnovak, on June 9, 2014 at 3:26 PM

I was looking at bouquets and I want the brooch bouquets but I also want the one I carry cascading. I can't find any pictures with ones that have brooches on them and cascading ones seem rare to find...

Jessica, Jun 11, 2014 51 233
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