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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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Sj
How to get wax out of vases after wedding
Sj, on June 15, 2019 at 1:33 PM

For our wedding we had candles in glass jars. I want to sell the jars but I don’t know how to get the dried wax out. Any tips?

Andrea, Jun 17, 2019 11 2,387 2
Ms. Boop
Favor sticker/label help
Ms. Boop, on March 24, 2011 at 6:22 PM

Ok I have purchased red wine glasses and champagne flutes for each place setting. I want to buy clear labels/stickers with our names and wedding date on them to adhere to the flutes. This sounded very...

Sharon, Jun 15, 2019 12 909
Memorial ladders
, on June 9, 2019 at 11:51 PM

So I was messing around tonight with setting up our memorial ladders. This is the basic concept. This was just a another trial so may change up the jars or candle holders. I want to get a frame to...

Sara, Jun 14, 2019 13 203
Red Queen
Self Catering
Red Queen, on December 8, 2017 at 4:58 PM

Yup, looking to have a constructive discussion on this one. With the sole reason of why the heck would you want to spend that much time on the day of your wedding cooking, why do people think this is...

Madison, Jun 13, 2019 22 1,050
Brianna
Fake bridesmaid bouquets with real boutonnieres/corsages?
Brianna, on June 13, 2019 at 10:08 AM

I've decided to use fake flowers for all of my floral arrangements and my bridesmaids bouquets but I'm debating whether I want to continue using the fake flowers for the boutonnieres and corsages....

Brianna, Jun 13, 2019 9 867
J
Timeline for a Buffet-Style Reception?
Jacqueline, on May 20, 2013 at 1:20 PM

I need help trying to plan out a timeline for my buffet style reception.

Nathan, Jun 12, 2019 8 13,992 1
Offra
Chair cover question
Offra, on September 24, 2012 at 3:10 PM

Ok ladies. I'm a little worried. I bought on eBay banquet chair covers. It was much cheaper than renting and I can sell them after. Problem is I didn't realize there were different kinds of chair...

Cheyenne, Jun 10, 2019 7 3,019
Susan
Sam's versus flower moxie
Susan, on March 15, 2019 at 1:19 PM

Anyone have floral experience with either? I have used Sam's for a baby shower 5 years ago, just got Hydrangeas and Baby's Breath and I was 100% satisfied. I can get the Medium package from Flower...

Krystle, Jun 10, 2019 9 2,836
Christine
Maid of Honor/bridesmaid Boxes
Christine, on December 30, 2017 at 5:39 PM

I want to ask my maid of honor and bridesmaid in a cute way with a "bridesmaid box". I ordered satin robes for my girls, but I need some ideas of other items I can include in their boxes. Nothing too...

Tiffany, Jun 9, 2019 27 3,053
H
How do i spray paint wine bottles?
Hilary, on January 31, 2018 at 1:51 PM

I am struggling with spray painting the wine bottles we have for center pieces. Is there a specific way to do it?

M Anderson, Jun 7, 2019 12 7,788
SraDeCarrillo
Super budget wedding invitations hack!
SraDeCarrillo, on June 4, 2019 at 4:31 PM

I just wanted to share my super saver budget wedding invitation idea incase anyone else is looking for the cheapest way to do their invitations. I just got got 50 invitations and 50 RSVP cards for...

SraDeCarrillo, Jun 5, 2019 10 3,512 1
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Where can I find reasonable OSTRICH FEATHERS???
Anonymous, on March 13, 2012 at 2:05 PM

NEED HELP LADIES! I can't for the LIFE of me understand why these freaking feathers are so expensive. I'm trying to plan my engagement party and I need some beautiful feathers to create center pieces....

Denise, Jun 4, 2019 18 7,456
Shannon Giraffes.
I'm allergic to my fake flowers -_-
Shannon Giraffes., on January 15, 2014 at 10:18 AM

I've always had allergic reactions to weird things. I can't use normal laundry detergent, and finding a good body wash can be awful. I had this weird rash break out on my hand last week. I freaked...

Andrea, Jun 3, 2019 6 1,356
Honey B.
FAQ for your wedding website?
Honey B., on October 17, 2011 at 11:08 AM

Have any of you put a FAQ page on your wedding website? If you have, what questions did you put on it? I'm currently working on adding a FAQ page and need some help with the questions ... Thanks ...

Mrsalzo, May 29, 2019 14 405
Jessica
Is having a seam down the middle of a veil weird?
Jessica, on May 6, 2019 at 12:56 PM

I bought silk tulle on a really good price on a trip a few months ago to Thailand with the intention of using it for a cathedral veil. I have enough for the length, but didn't realize that 54 inches...

Tiffany, May 27, 2019 4 466
Jessica
Sola Wood Flower Bouquets! 3 of five done!!!
Jessica, on May 20, 2019 at 5:40 PM

Just wanted to share what I completed this weekend. My sola flower bouquets. I actually only finished my bouquet plus the minis for my 2 Jr bridesmaids. Still have to make 2 more for bridesmaids and...

Jessica, May 23, 2019 22 442 3
Kelsey
Spotify Playlist for Non-dancing Wedding
Kelsey, on May 19, 2019 at 8:35 PM

I'm creating a Spotify playlist for our reception and was hoping to get some tips/thoughts on those that have either done the same or been to weddings that didn't have a DJ, just a playlist. Our...

Clíodhna, May 22, 2019 2 1,796
D
Dying Sola Wood Flowers diy ?
Deanna, on May 10, 2019 at 8:59 AM

So just bought my sola flowers for my girls and my bouquets. I also just got some acrylic paint and fabric dye as I have seen both sold on different sites, so figured I would try both to see what the...

Deanna, May 21, 2019 11 1,246
Bree
Cricut Weddings
Bree, on May 20, 2019 at 2:24 PM

How many of you have a Cricut that you are using for different things for your weddings? Drop some inspiration for your fellow DIYers of some of your favorite wedding Cricut projects!!

Maricarmen, May 20, 2019 16 377
Denise
Anyone Dye Tulle?
Denise, on May 17, 2019 at 7:37 AM

I want a deeper color tulle than what I can find. I was wondering if anyones had any experience with dying tulle before? Whether white or ivory is easier or if it's better to use powder or liquid dye?...

Clíodhna, May 20, 2019 3 156
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