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AngelaA
My Lobster Trap Card Box
AngelaA, on May 21, 2014 at 11:23 AM

So the one thing I was obsessed with having for our DW was a lobster trap card box. Then I found out what those suckers cost! Everywhere was $75 and up that I could find, plus shipping. I had...

AngelaA, May 21, 2014 4 903
Thecane428
DIY invitation smudging. ;(
Thecane428, on May 20, 2014 at 2:12 PM

I had read previous posts regarding invitations smudging and types of printers but i dont even know what type of printer i have at home. I printed my sample today that looked amazing until all of the...

Matthew & Kathleen, May 21, 2014 11 685
Kyle
Co-Ed/Gay Wedding Shower Games/Activities?
Kyle, on May 20, 2014 at 11:30 AM

Good Morning, My fiance's best man is "hosting" our shower this weekend, but we are helping out as much as we can, as he is also throwing my fiance's bachelor party in a few weeks. Our friends are all...

Macksgirl, May 20, 2014 4 2,410
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Free Downloadable Invitation Template Set - Lace and Pearls Invitation Set
Eileen, on February 27, 2014 at 1:07 PM

Here's a free, downloadable invitation set inspired by antique lace and pearls. You can download it here: http://yesmissy.com/diy-free-wedding-invitation-templates/ It's professionally designed by...

Yancie, May 18, 2014 5 234 1
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Plastic Cups
Lynsey, on May 16, 2014 at 3:49 PM

I'm having 200-250 guests at my wedding. I'm serving beer and wine and need to know how many plastic wine cups I will need for my guests? I already bought the beer cups, just not sure on the wine...

Private User, May 17, 2014 12 361
Ruby
Diy printing hotel block info
Ruby, on May 12, 2014 at 11:42 PM

I need suggestions on how or where I should print small cards or cardstock paper with information on our hotel blocks so I can send them out with my invitations this month. I've never printed anything...

Pezzy, May 16, 2014 9 822
Serina
My guestbook photobook from Snapfish
Serina, on June 4, 2013 at 12:06 AM

Check out my guestbook from Snapfish. I designed a photobook of our engagement pics. Got the 20 page Layflat design with custom cover which is normally $39.99 and used a 35% off coupon....

Private User, May 15, 2014 5 1,109
Kyle
NYC Gay Bachelor Party (Pic heavy)
Kyle, on May 14, 2014 at 1:19 PM

I had a BLAST at my bachelor party in NYC this weekend. We rented an apartment on Air BnB. Two of my groomsmen and another friend (my best man's brother) were there the whole time, another groomsman...

Stephanie, May 15, 2014 69 2,257
Chrissy
Brooch Bouquet: How much $ ?
Chrissy, on May 12, 2014 at 8:39 AM

Did you purchase or make your brooch bouquet? How much did it cost you to purchase or make it?

Chrissy, May 15, 2014 27 429
BlueEyesCurlyQs
Burlap on the tables- is it itchy?
BlueEyesCurlyQs, on May 13, 2014 at 4:54 PM

We all know how popular burlap weddings are right now. I jumped on the bandwagon, and I love them! After a couple of tablecloth posts, I have a question... have you been to a wedding that had a burlap...

Al0921, May 13, 2014 10 267
Kelly O'Brien
LA Flower Market or Flowers Wholesale Online?
Kelly O'Brien, on May 12, 2014 at 3:29 PM

I would like to find out what the best option would be to purchase flowers for the wedding, DIY bouquets, Rose petals, centerpieces, etc. So far I have compared 3 wholesale websites (AFloral,...

Kelly O'Brien, May 12, 2014 15 2,101
Samantha
Outer Envelope Size...so many options!!
Samantha, on May 8, 2014 at 11:46 PM

I am getting ready to order my DIY wedding invites from vista. I have the main invite as a 5x7 and that will have a thin insert and the RSVP card w/ return envelope. I am just using the standard vista...

Miss S., May 9, 2014 5 1,942 1
Alejandra
My DIY Harry Potter confetti **PICS**
Alejandra, on May 4, 2014 at 5:15 PM

As some of you know, we are including HP elements in our wedding. Little, subtle details that may not be obvious to others but mean a lot to us. (We ordered FH's Deathly Hallows socks last night!)...

mrsStobe, May 7, 2014 50 103
Mrs Lisa M.
HELP..with thank you note wording
Mrs Lisa M., on May 1, 2014 at 7:11 AM

My co-workers gave us a card with money in it, when I returned from our honeymoon. I need help with wording the thank you card. I don't want to sound cheesy or not sincere enough. Any help is...

Gamecock Mrs., May 3, 2014 11 9,634
Kelsie
For those brides doing the dollar dance! What are the guests putting money in?
Kelsie, on April 29, 2014 at 3:19 PM

I have been trying to think about what the maid of honor and best man will be holding to put the money in? I want to make something but I don't know if I should do a bag, jar basket, or a decorated...

FutureMr&MrsBaley, Apr 30, 2014 67 5,757
Mrs.Englund0622
Looking for Free Program Templates?
Mrs.Englund0622, on April 29, 2014 at 12:07 PM

I am helping my sister in law make her programs. She wants a tea length, one sheet front and back program (a little longer than an envelope). I am having a hard time finding a template ANYWHERE, and...

Kelsey, Apr 30, 2014 8 379
DiamondGrrl
DIY vs. TACKY
DiamondGrrl, on April 29, 2014 at 11:40 AM

Has anyone else stressed about DIY's making the wedding look tacky? I worry about my vision not coming together and looking just plain "thrown together"! Part of the problem is the venue, we're having...

FutureMrsMC, Apr 30, 2014 8 645
Future Mrs. Riley
DIY Lighting?
Future Mrs. Riley, on July 28, 2012 at 7:56 PM

Hey guys and girls! Was wondering if any of you did or are doing your own DIY lighting for your reception? If you have suggestions or pics, please share. Thanks!

eric crowther, Apr 28, 2014 14 3,202
Brandah
DIY Program Fans; HELP!
Brandah, on April 25, 2014 at 6:27 PM

I am wanting to my programs as a fan on a popsicle stick. Hoping to help keep my guests cool in my mid July wedding.. outside. Anybody know where I can get a good template or by a cheap template so I...

TexasBeThyFrontier, Apr 27, 2014 14 296
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Dye bridesmaid dress
Catera, on April 26, 2014 at 8:04 PM

Hi ladies! Has anyone attempted DYe bridesmaid dress? I bought a David's bridal dress on ebay and it's a light gray but I need it a little darker. U have called around and no one can do it

Barbara, Apr 26, 2014 4 110
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