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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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Chantelle
Round Circle Arch Help
Chantelle, on January 13, 2021 at 4:18 PM

Hi anyone have experience with decorating their own metal circle/round arch with faux florals? What will I need to keep the florals/greenery on the arch? So of course I will need the florals/greenery...

Chantelle, Jan 14, 2021 6 1,590
Kacci
Greenery
Kacci, on January 11, 2021 at 8:17 PM

Hi everyone! I’m making my own bouquets, boutonnières, corsages, and arrangements for my wedding! Where is the best place to order/buy greenery from? I’m not looking at spending an arm and a leg...

Jacqueline, Jan 14, 2021 5 280 2
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Hot chocolate bar
Natalie, on November 3, 2020 at 1:54 AM

I want to have a hot chocolate bar but I have no clue how to make bulk hot cocoa! Does anyone have tips or tricks? Guest count is 100

Michelle, Jan 11, 2021 11 1,706
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diy Elopement
Matthew, on January 10, 2021 at 6:19 PM

My Fiancé and Myself are doing the elopement route to save on a big wedding. It will be a very small and very underpriced ceremony. My questions are: What can i do to make it seem grand, while still...

Shamaree, Jan 11, 2021 8 794
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Bridesmaids gift
Briana, on January 9, 2021 at 9:32 PM

Hi there, I’m wanting to gift my bridesmaids tumblers that I can personalize with the cricut. Any insight on a website that sells tumbler packs for a reasonable price?

Katie, Jan 10, 2021 11 629
Sylvia
diy centerpiece!
Sylvia, on January 7, 2021 at 2:21 PM

I finally figured out my centerpiece! I made this with some wooden slices (from an Etsy shop) and the flowers are from dollar tree! Table number will be hand written by me, and the holder is from...

Rachael, Jan 9, 2021 6 794
Vanessa
Flowers
Vanessa, on January 4, 2021 at 10:44 AM

My wedding is 8.6.22 i’m dead set for my color scheme being Mint, Gold and Grey. My Bridesmaids dresses are going to be mint but i don’t know what color flowers would like nice with those colors. Does...

Rachael, Jan 9, 2021 22 347
Holly
Multiple themed wedding
Holly, on December 16, 2020 at 11:29 PM

Dont know where to start we have decided one the colors which are royal bule sliver and gold. And choose our theme which is rustic Cinderella and southern bell

Elizabeth, Jan 9, 2021 27 840
Brittany
Pro pics of my diy projects
Brittany, on December 25, 2020 at 10:09 PM

It was overwhelming at times but I’m so glad I decided to DIY our flowers, backdrops, and signage for our wedding! It photographed beautifully and the flowers looked gorgeous and real the day of....

Rachael, Jan 8, 2021 15 593 5
Tone
Diy shoes
Tone, on January 7, 2021 at 3:56 PM

I’m wearing a ballgown dress with a hoopskirt so no one is really going to see my shoes but I wanted them to be cute and comfortable! Since I’m making my dress I used some left over lace and some...

Lynnie, Jan 8, 2021 6 432
Ashley
Any ideas
Ashley, on January 5, 2021 at 12:05 PM

Any ideas on where we could have a beauty and the beast wedding

Ashley, Jan 6, 2021 9 690
Trinity
Wholesale club florals
Trinity, on January 3, 2021 at 2:56 PM

Has anyone had experience using Sam’s club or Costco for greenery garlands and small arrangements? Just want to know what y’all’s experiences have been with quality and delivery

Trinity, Jan 5, 2021 5 536 5
Amber
Has anyone made their own signs?
Amber, on January 4, 2021 at 3:20 PM

My fiancé is against me going to Hobby Lobby to spend money on wedding decor because he thinks it’s not needed since we’re paying so much for our venue. Ugh. I am very crafty and have the Cricut...

Amber, Jan 5, 2021 23 1,081
VIVIAN
Did you marry without hiring a photographer?
VIVIAN, on January 5, 2017 at 3:28 PM

My fiance suggested not hiring a photographer and since our wedding is 4 months away and we haven't booked 1, I was starting to lean toward just having guests take pictures. My stepdaughter told me...

Mrs. Spring, Jan 4, 2021 62 1,977
Corrin
Centerpiece opinions
Corrin, on November 20, 2020 at 7:55 PM

I’m working on putting together my own centerpieces since real flowers are so expensive.. I wanted to make sure the table felt full if that makes sense.. I think the flowers themselves turned out okay...

Heather, Jan 4, 2021 32 1,332 2
Tessa
Should I buy a Cricut?
Tessa, on December 27, 2020 at 5:44 PM

Has anyone bought and used a cricut for diy-ing signs and little goodies throughout the whole engagement/wedding process? Is it worth it instead of buying things of Etsy or Amazon?

Cassi, Jan 2, 2021 12 928
Sharonda
Decor - Steals and Deals!
Sharonda, on December 30, 2020 at 7:12 PM

I’m in the home stretch (less than 3 weeks away from my wedding) and I am putting the finishing touches on my decor, favors and gifts. Etsy and the Dollar Tree have come through!! They are like my new...

Michelle, Dec 31, 2020 9 775
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Arch decor
Madison, on December 30, 2020 at 1:27 PM

So here is the inspo for my arch. I plan to build the frame and add the decor myself. Does anyone know where I can purchase the drapery or fabric for the arch? Any tips on how to make this look the...

Sara, Dec 31, 2020 9 931
Margel & Jake
need Help? pool decorations Ideas?
Margel & Jake, on December 29, 2020 at 8:37 PM

Hi guys! I am thinking of buying floating flowers and lights for decorations. Do you guys have any ideas? Places or website where I can buy them in bulk? Wedding is in 2 weeks 😭♥️

Becky, Dec 30, 2020 4 754
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Thank yous
Future Mrs. Lowder, on December 28, 2020 at 10:00 AM

Hey y’all.. I’m working on our thank you cards and was wanting to include a picture of us...Is this weird? If not, should I use a wedding picture or another picture of us? I know a lot of our family...

Rachael, Dec 30, 2020 10 541
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