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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
Mint Julep Cup Centerpieces
Megan, on June 2, 2014 at 12:44 PM

Calling all brides who have used mint julep cups!!! I've decided to DIY our reception flowers. We are having a somewhat large outdoor garden reception with long banquet tables, and I want to do a lot...

Williamsmith, Dec 2, 2020 6 233
F
Gifts.. help!!
Future Mrs. Lowder, on December 1, 2020 at 1:28 PM

Hey y’all, Our wedding is three weeks away..I already have the gifts for our fathers and my MOH, but I haven’t yet ordered the gifts for our moms.. I don’t have enough time for shipping on what I was...

Michelle, Dec 1, 2020 8 139
J
How to make a backdrop for wedding reception
Jennifer, on December 6, 2011 at 4:48 PM

We're doing all our decoration ourselves. We want to create a couple backdrops to go behind the head table and where our ceremony will be. We've found some cheap pvc pipe that we can get to create a...

Michelle, Nov 30, 2020 6 979
Aretha
Sealing The Bouquet
Aretha, on November 19, 2020 at 1:49 AM

Hi Wedding Wire Friends...How is everyone?...For those planning please do not get discourage because of the current coronavirus pandemic...More than anything it is just the best time as any to push...

Aretha, Nov 23, 2020 3 676
Keely
diy Wedding
Keely, on November 21, 2020 at 9:23 PM

I can't decide whether or not to do the floral arrangements myself or to pay someone to do them. Both of the Weddings I have been in have done their own so I don't know what is easier. Any tips or...

Keely, Nov 23, 2020 19 766
RaylaSan
Rainbow Bride & Bridesmaid Bouquets
RaylaSan, on November 21, 2020 at 11:38 PM

Today I got together with some of my amazing bridesmaids to put together all the bridal party bouqets. One bridesmaid in particular, who hasn't been that active in the wedding planning process and...

Mrs. Spring, Nov 22, 2020 5 469
Molly
Dried my flowers!
Molly, on November 19, 2020 at 7:47 PM

I can not believe how small my bouquet got once the flowers dried also how light. I remember on the day of the wedding they weighted so much. I love how they turned out! To compare a few pictures of...

Yvette, Nov 21, 2020 7 658
Vale
Cutting Our Own Bouquets at a Sunflower Farm
Vale, on November 14, 2020 at 6:33 AM

My bridesmaids and I are doing something fun, unique, and different for our bouquets. The day before the wedding, we're going to a Sunflower and Zinnia farm and cutting our own bouquets! For only...

Chelsea, Nov 20, 2020 10 694
Deaundrice
diy Card Box
Deaundrice, on November 13, 2020 at 9:07 AM

Has anyone built your own card box? My future wife and I are looking to DIY many aspects of our wedding (if not the whole thing lol) we are looking to have a card box for our reception (preferably one...

Lynnie, Nov 19, 2020 3 698
Deidra
Cyber Monday Deals?
Deidra, on November 16, 2020 at 8:12 PM

I wasn't sure where else to post this BUT DIY forum because I'm looking to see if anyone has heard good deals in order to do some DIY. If I'm wrong, let me know which forum it'd fit better & I'll...

Michele, Nov 16, 2020 5 363
Private User
i bought robes that were too small!
Private User, on November 15, 2020 at 11:43 PM

I had to add in lace on the sides to give a little extra room. Oops! It looks a little funky, but it’s better than them going completely to waste. Have any of you had to make tweaks to some of your...

Private User, Nov 16, 2020 8 523
Kaye
diy Invitations
Kaye, on October 31, 2020 at 2:56 PM

Getting married July 2021. When to start on my invites?

Kaye, Nov 16, 2020 8 630
Mrs. Spring
Faux flowers
Mrs. Spring, on November 16, 2020 at 8:12 AM

How soon before a wedding do you recommend DIYing faux flowers for bouquets?

Melle, Nov 16, 2020 3 92
Rachel
diy Flowers
Rachel, on November 12, 2020 at 9:10 AM

Hello! I am getting married in May 2021 and am contemplating DIY flowers in order to save money. The style of our wedding is eclectic-romantic-boho-garden. I was wondering if anyone has any advice? My...

Private User, Nov 15, 2020 13 360
Kacci
What do y’all think i should do? Flower Girl Gifts
Kacci, on November 11, 2020 at 2:32 PM

These are for my little flower girls. Should I put “flower girl” on the opposite side, leave it blank? Options/opinions wanted!

Private User, Nov 15, 2020 16 688
Kimberly
Chocolate Place Cards
Kimberly, on October 6, 2020 at 10:17 PM

Hi all! I wanted to share this DIY with others for place card ideas. These are little Godiva chocolates we found at Costco or Sams, I can’t remember. We printed out each guest name and table and this...

Michele, Nov 14, 2020 9 248
RaylaSan
Showing off my social distancing pins
RaylaSan, on November 13, 2020 at 2:50 PM

I'm so happy I was able to use my graphic design skills and my good old button maker to make some social distancing pins!

Julie, Nov 14, 2020 8 340
Vale
Instead of a "guestbook" You'll Probably Never Look At Again...
Vale, on November 14, 2020 at 6:40 AM

My fiance and I are both artists, we decided that instead of a "guestbook" we'll probably never look at again, we're going to set up a large canvas on an easel and have a pack of colorful Sharpies on...

Julie, Nov 14, 2020 13 440 1
Alyssa
Guest Book Help
Alyssa, on October 18, 2020 at 11:06 AM

Hi! I have a question about my guestbook. I’m planning on doing something with stones like the attached photo. I am needing help with what to put the sign. His last name is Barney so I think something...

Hannah, Nov 14, 2020 4 618 2
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