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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
Does my card table and guest book go inside or out?
Megan, on January 29, 2013 at 11:41 PM

My ceremony is outside and my reception is inside (same location). I'm not sure where I'm supposed to put my card and guest book table? I feel kind of dumb asking but I haven't been to very many...

DUSAN, Jan 19, 2026 9 1,924
Ashlynn
Homemade or Online Bought Flowers
Ashlynn, on March 25, 2024 at 11:45 AM

Is anyone else buying faux flowers from online or making them homemade? We are buying ours from Amazon.

Zapvi, Jan 11, 2026 11 751 1
Madison Willcutt
diy centerpieces is where it’s at
Madison Willcutt, on November 30, 2024 at 12:40 AM

Between hobby lobby and Pinterest, there no need to spend to much money on the smaller pieces of your wedding, centerpieces is a big one! I’m telling you the money you will save is crazy!

Kamran, Dec 3, 2025 5 1,337
Grace
Budget-friendly Lanterns?
Grace, on January 27, 2023 at 3:58 AM

Hello everyone, I'm looking to DIY some centerpieces using lanterns filled with some artificial greenery/florals (sort of like a terrarium) and flameless/LED candles, the only problem is I can't find...

Rosel, Nov 19, 2025 9 2,373 1
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Does it matter whose name goes first?
Tina, on June 3, 2014 at 9:26 PM

Does yours or your FH's name go first? And does it matter? Are you always consistent with how you write you guys' names? Or can it appear differently on different things?

Nora, Nov 16, 2025 29 55,632
Livingbestlyfe
diy Centerpieces
Livingbestlyfe, on August 12, 2025 at 7:21 PM

My first centerpiece wat yall think?🫣🫣

Brittany, Nov 16, 2025 2 186
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Live Stream
Victoria, on July 22, 2025 at 9:52 PM

Has anyone done a live stream of their wedding and if so, how? What website/app did you use and how did it go? We have a lot of people who can't make it that would love to be able to see us get...

Pat, Oct 14, 2025 3 128 2
Katie
Hiring bartender but providing all supplies - what and how much?
Katie, on October 4, 2017 at 10:40 AM

Sorry in advance if this has been answered before. I tried looking through past forum conversations and couldn't find anything to help. We are going to have a beer and wine bar for our wedding, and it...

Alex, Oct 6, 2025 11 16,940
Pieria
Centerpieces
Pieria, on July 24, 2024 at 8:19 AM

Did you ever think of making the centerpieces yourself?

Livingbestlyfe, Oct 4, 2025 24 1,279 6
Rachel
Ring box for photos?
Rachel, on April 4, 2022 at 4:22 PM

How many of you brides are getting a ring box for your wedding rings for photos, etc.? I only just heard about this… I was planning on just bringing our wedding bands in their original Shane Co. boxes...

Desiree, Oct 2, 2025 31 4,233 5
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diy Photo Booth?
Megan, on June 6, 2024 at 7:16 PM

Hi everyone! Wondering if anyone is currently working on this or did in the past. My thought was to DIY a photo backdrop (versus having a photo booth/attendant)- I know there are a million things on...

Debrah, Sep 24, 2025 5 1,325
Jenhandlady
Cream Cheese Mint Molds diy
Jenhandlady, on June 14, 2023 at 1:18 PM

We want to make our own or have family assist us. Someone said these molds are too big! I think they are adorable! I'd appreciate your opinions. They are silicone at Joanns and on sale this week......

Monroe, Sep 23, 2025 10 1,217 2
MrsVoegs17
Anyone DIY'd their card box? Where can I find a raw, locking wood box?
MrsVoegs17, on July 24, 2017 at 12:57 PM

I am looking for a raw wood box that locks (or can be locked with a lock) to use for my card box that won't break the bank (thinking like $30 or less). I want to stain it on my own and add my...

Bnwoodenbox, Sep 16, 2025 29 5,839
Kory
Venue only
Kory, on September 8, 2025 at 5:37 PM

Need to rent a space. We have the food, flowers and entertainment covered

Livingbestlyfe, Sep 13, 2025 3 92
Deanna
Flower Seeds/favors
Deanna, on December 22, 2017 at 11:35 AM

Is anyone else doing flower seeds as a wedding favor? We are having our reception in a garden so I figured it would a cute idea but I have no clue where to find the seeds in bulk at because I want to...

Jackie, Sep 11, 2025 27 2,804
Jacob
What platform did you use for your wedding website?
Jacob, on January 12, 2024 at 12:02 AM

Hey everyone! As my fiancé and I are counting down the days to our wedding, we're diving into the world of creating our own wedding website. We're envisioning a unique space to chronicle our love...

Jamie, Sep 10, 2025 15 12,599 5
Maria
Looking for some ideas
Maria, on September 4, 2025 at 1:15 PM

Hi, I'm seeking some inspiration for decorating the pathway leading to the ceremony area, where the chairs will be arranged. Do you have any suggestions?

Maria, Sep 4, 2025 34
Melissa
Candles and Candle Holders...Best place to buy them
Melissa, on March 20, 2012 at 2:06 PM

Hello everyone, Anyone have any tips on the best places to buy votives and clear glass candle holders? Looking for the most cost effective places. Any suggestions welcome! See picture below for size...

Belin, Sep 1, 2025 28 4,249 2
Kristin
Adding a personal touch to your reception
Kristin, on June 18, 2015 at 11:15 AM

How are you adding personal touches to your reception? :-) Can't wait to hear every one's ideas!

Roxie, Sep 1, 2025 52 711
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Invitations
Ella, on April 18, 2023 at 2:23 PM

I’m about to start making the invitations (I hand made my save the dates) and I was wondering how many people have bought the templates from Etsy for invitations? Is it hard to edit and navigate and...

Frankie, Aug 30, 2025 5 912 2
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