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Bekah
Alternatives for a DJ
Bekah, on May 1, 2013 at 5:13 PM

We've decided that even though the right DJ can be a HUGE addition, the chances of a wrong DJ just aren't worth it. Any suggestions on where to gather good ideas for song lists (Pandora, 8Tracks,...

Robert Benda, May 2, 2013 8 2,107
Laura
Invitation Etiquette - No inner envelope
Laura, on May 2, 2013 at 12:23 PM

Without an inner envelope, how should I ensure that my guests know if they have a plus 1, or their whole family is invited? I'm including a business card which tells them how to RSVP, can I write it...

Mrs. Lemmon (Amy H.), May 2, 2013 11 2,880
Lirana
Ink for thumbprint guestbook question
Lirana, on April 29, 2013 at 2:50 PM

We are doing a thumbprint tree guest book that I am drawing myself. For those of you who have done some sort of thumbprint guest book, what type of stamp pad did you get? I know I want something that...

Lirana, May 1, 2013 10 705
Amy
Cupcakes as centerpieces - ok to do??
Amy, on April 29, 2013 at 10:52 AM

We are having approximately 300 guests at our reception. With round tables seating only 8 people each, we are going to have to do centerpieces for 38 tables. I'm trying to figure out a way to not...

Wendy Caviles, Apr 30, 2013 15 2,414
Tracey
sign in scroll instead of guestbook... anyone have advice on DIY?
Tracey , on April 26, 2013 at 12:46 AM

Hello I am doing a wooden letter M, but also would like to add just a one sheet paper for guest to sign. two inspiration links below. Two questions: 1) would it be weird to offer two things for guests...

L, Apr 26, 2013 7 125
caiters91
DIY catering for an appetizer/dessert reception
caiters91, on April 23, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Hey everyone I'm just wondering if there is anyone else out there who is DIY catering their reception? We're having a mid-afternoon reception for 150 people with appetizers and desserts only. We're...

Alisa, Apr 23, 2013 8 1,685
Jenny
Looking for galvanized steel buckets
Jenny, on April 20, 2013 at 5:43 AM

I'm having an outdoor wedding. Seating consists of picnic tables under a shelter. I want to place wine on each table, and since it will be summer, need a way to keep it cold. I was thinking about...

Marie, Apr 21, 2013 9 382
Alicia
Mad-Lib Template: Anyone done these? As a Postcard?
Alicia, on April 20, 2013 at 5:22 PM

Hi ladies! my FH and I are wanting to do Mad Lib RSVP cards (preferably postcards) but I don't know how to find a "template" or making sure I am doing it right (in regards to printing). I made an...

Alicia, Apr 20, 2013 4 249
C
Where to find tea length paper?
christina, on August 3, 2011 at 10:53 AM

Hi! I'm looking to print my menu programs myself, and would love a tea length size (9.25 X 4 inches). I'm having trouble finding paper that size to print them on. Does anyone know an online store who...

Michelle, Apr 20, 2013 10 1,679
Charlotte
How to make a mantilla veil (tutorial)
Charlotte, on April 19, 2013 at 2:01 PM

I am not trying to take away business from anyone, I'm sure there are plenty of brides out there who refuse to spend $300 on something you will only wear for less than an hour, and practically...

Charlotte, Apr 19, 2013 3 4,662 1
Danielle
DIY boutonnieres - Help needed!
Danielle, on April 17, 2013 at 5:46 PM

I am making all of the flowers for the wedding day. Has anyone made their own boutonnieres? The ones I have done, look pretty good. I am just worried about the pins. Because they can't go through the...

Jennifer, Apr 18, 2013 17 7,901
Tracey
DIY appetizer/catering under $5 per person possible?
Tracey , on April 17, 2013 at 10:34 PM

My reception is at 2pm .. so in between meals.. not requiring a whole lot of heavy foods... think $500 for 100 people is doable? (we weren't going to offer anything but punch and cake, but...

Abby, Apr 17, 2013 10 2,378 1
Danielle
DIY Invitation problem
Danielle, on February 12, 2013 at 9:46 AM

I bought wedding invitations at hobby lobby and the templates on the website is not working. We should just have to put what we want it to say in the box provided (the format is already set when you...

Danielle, Apr 17, 2013 3 227
Danielle
Table cloth length? Buy or rent?
Danielle, on January 8, 2013 at 5:36 PM

My wedding and reception are going to be outside, on the grass. I want to do table cloths to avoid it looking like a backyard BBQ, but I'm not sure what length to go with? With it look bad if they are...

Emily, Apr 17, 2013 19 361
Janessa
DIY Escort Card Help
Janessa, on April 14, 2013 at 10:09 PM

I have printed business cards from VP that I will use as escort cards. I'd rather not have the cards laying flat on the entrance table so I was thinking about making folded "tents" and mounting the...

Future Mrs. P, Apr 16, 2013 12 278
I
Help Me Decide on Some Funny Sayings Please...
Idnew, on April 14, 2013 at 8:01 AM

My finance's nephew will be walking down the aisle with a sign saying "Uncle Craig, Here Comes Your Bride." But I was thinking it might be cute to have him walk down maybe two times (in between the...

Idnew, Apr 14, 2013 3 637
Lena
Best DIY wedding magazines?
Lena, on April 13, 2013 at 9:52 PM

I'm planning on doing some DIY for my wedding and would like to gather up some ideas? What are you ladies favorites?

Combay, Apr 13, 2013 3 143
J
I cheated yesterday...
Jesyka, on April 11, 2013 at 2:55 PM

I'm terrible. I went to check out wedding bee yesterday to see what it was like. Aside from the DIY section and getting a few templates from some of the ladies there for a few different details, it...

Abby, Apr 13, 2013 22 179
Alex
Mens bathroom baskets?
Alex, on April 9, 2013 at 6:09 PM

I am making bathroom baskets, I made one for the women's bathroom but FH wants one in the men's bathroom too. So far I bought pain killers, body spray, tums, band-aids, mints, the basket looks sad...

Kayla, Apr 9, 2013 6 5,726
TheLuckiest
What do I include in a ceremony program?
TheLuckiest, on April 7, 2013 at 12:25 PM

What typically is included in a ceremony program? I know I want to include a page on all the people in the ceremony, but I have only seen one real example, and it did not include a whole lot info....

Kari Taggard, Apr 8, 2013 9 837
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