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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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Events By Jenny
Paper Flower Wall, DIY or hire vendor??
Events By Jenny, on September 14, 2017 at 1:40 PM

I think this new paper flower wall trend is beautiful! It's unique and elegant at the same time. I didn't realize how expensive it is to rent paper lol. The cheapest I could find was $750 for...

Alexandra, May 19, 2019 49 9,322
Amy
How to diy rsvp Cards
Amy, on December 31, 2017 at 1:09 AM

I've been looking at RSVP cards on TOO MANY sites and I can't find anything I love/ the wording & layout isn't what I want. We already ordered our invites and detail card so I know what I need to...

Tara, May 19, 2019 7 3,503
Tee
Eiffel Tower centerpieces
Tee , on May 9, 2018 at 4:11 PM

Has any one worked with the Eiffel Tower centerpieces before? I’m concerned that the flower arrangements will be too thick to fit inside the centerpiece. I plan on using about 8-10 flower stems for...

NOHEMI, May 17, 2019 23 3,710
Gen
Help me choose our Welcome Sign font!
Gen, on May 16, 2019 at 1:31 PM

Ok guys I'm losing my mind with fonts today hahaha. Please help me decide which option looks best... or honestly any combination of the fonts I've used on different options. I've been staring at this...

Sinéad, May 17, 2019 32 567
Emly
diy Chapel Length Veil 😍
Emly, on May 15, 2019 at 8:11 PM

All right y'all grab a snack because this might be long and loaded with pictures 😂 So I posted previously that I wasn't sure what length veil I would like so I bought this LONG cathedral length veil...

Sinéad, May 16, 2019 4 201
Melissa
Painted globe as a Guestbook
Melissa, on May 14, 2019 at 4:10 PM

So if you paint a globe to use as a Guestbook, when you then sign it with sharpie does it rub the paint off? I want to paint a globe but my aunt who was going to do it for me is worried that the paint...

Lauren, May 15, 2019 4 608 1
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Avery templates, labels & more.. so easy for invitations and escort cards.
Jasmine , on May 7, 2019 at 11:21 AM

Hello everyone, I just wanted to give some suggestions on labels and escort cards. I do most of my wedding stuff at work which helps BC I am able to use the big printer. However, I have been using the...

Jasmine, May 15, 2019 6 1,475
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DIY wedding cake vs buying from a professional?
Andee , on May 2, 2017 at 6:41 AM

What are everyone's thoughts on buying vs. making your own wedding cake? I found a great baker and her prices are good but my FH just lost his job so money is tight and we have to rethink our...

October2019, May 13, 2019 36 3,835
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Spotify or Apple Music app
Andrea, on May 11, 2019 at 10:26 AM

We are not having a dj for the wedding. We are going to make our own playlist. I have never used either music app, which one do people recommend?

Angerra, May 11, 2019 4 910
Kiera
Petal Fan Programs
Kiera, on August 19, 2012 at 12:08 AM

I was reading a thread yesterday that had a link to a template for petal fan programs but I can't find it now...does anyone have a good one I can use with Microsoft Word? I found a couple but the...

Deisha, May 10, 2019 3 591
Be You Tifful
What Will Be On Your Welcome Table?
Be You Tifful, on May 21, 2014 at 5:53 PM

I'm still deciding what to include on my welcome table at the reception. I will not be doing escort cards instead I will doing a seating chart. So far I’m thinking guestbook canvas, seating chart and...

Deanna, May 10, 2019 11 8,221 1
Kassie
How many yards of fabric??
Kassie, on January 8, 2019 at 6:25 PM

How many yards of fabric would I need to do this with a 7ft arch?

Kassie, May 9, 2019 9 5,105 2
Alyssa
Wedding November 2020
Alyssa, on April 2, 2019 at 4:22 PM

Hi there! So I just got engaged and we are planning for November 2020. However we will be doing it ourselves and paying for it. What’s a good budget to set to save ??

Alyssa, May 6, 2019 14 405
Sylvia
diy Bridal Veils?`
Sylvia, on April 15, 2019 at 11:18 PM

Hi Ladies, I'm thinking about a DIY bridal veil. Anyone else out there doing this? Any tips?

Sylvia, May 5, 2019 22 384
Heidi
Parent thank you gift ideas?
Heidi, on August 24, 2014 at 9:24 AM

Want it get something for the parents but not sure what...what are you getting them?

Summer, May 4, 2019 26 37,879
FutureStephD
Acrylic seating chart diy - wedding photos of finished product!
FutureStephD, on April 26, 2019 at 11:06 AM

Hi all, I wanted to share my favorite DIY from our wedding – our acrylic seating chart! This was placed on a large butlers station at our venue during cocktail hour, with floating candles and greenery...

FutureStephD, May 2, 2019 38 4,708 6
Imani
diy Real Flowers for a "destination" Wedding?
Imani, on May 2, 2019 at 10:58 AM

Hi everyone! My wedding day is still a little ways off (3/29/20) and I have just secured my venue and dress (YAY! It's really happening!). Me and FH live in the DC Area but are getting married in my...

Cristy, May 2, 2019 8 967
Elizabeth
pot luck wedding
Elizabeth, on June 28, 2013 at 4:26 PM

Ok so i found this cute idea to cut the costs down on my wedding,it was to ask everyone to bring a dish that the couple can use later on.like some of the guests buy a new dish(casserole,muffin...

DAVID, Apr 28, 2019 89 1,003
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Margarita bar for 150 guests
Bre, on April 25, 2019 at 4:18 PM

For our wedding we are having a taco bar caterer and I am wanting a self serve margarita station with strawberry and lime margaritas on the rocks. I want to make large batches in pitchers. I'm looking...

Bre, Apr 27, 2019 4 1,333
Caitlin
Spandex chair covers vs. cotton covers
Caitlin, on April 10, 2019 at 11:29 AM

Hi! Any input on chair covers? They can be pricey. I saw some cotton (normal?) chair covers. (I’ve attached) but so wrinkly. Has anyone had success ironing them? Also, anyone like the way spandex...

Anna, Apr 26, 2019 9 1,189
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