Do It Yourself
Join groupIt’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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So I’ve tried a few different approaches for practice and can’t really decide what to do. I’ve tried paint on wood and with paint brushes and that was a nightmare. I put chalk paint on glass and used...
Hey ladies! My Dad and Step-mom think that we should sell 50/50 tickets at our wedding because one they're going to this weekend is doing it. When I mentioned it to my Mom she says that my Auntie also...
A lot of my family has pets, but not all. I was thinking of setting a table up with pictures of our dogs and making homemade dog treats to give in goodie bags as the wedding favor. With a cute little...
I am wanting to make information packets for my wedding party so "nothing can go wrong" even though it probably will! (: So far i'm thinking of including the following: - Hotel & night before...
So I bought some escort cards from Michaels and thought I'd be able to find a template online but I can't find one. For those of you that printed them yourself how did you do it? I don't have fancy...
Hi all! Have any of you fearless DIY'ers attempted a bustle? I ordered custom sizing for my Azazie dress, so barring any large weight loss, the only alterations I'm expecting are a bustle and maybe...
Recently engaged and Looking to be Wed in January. Since its so short notice, Im really trying to work a miracle. I believe its possible just not sure how to make it simple but sweet. My soon to be...
I am obsessed with the look of paper lanterns, it's actually the only thing I truly want for my wedding. My dilemma is I don't want to have a lot to do the day of and I honestly don't know how to...
Ugh! Why is everything so expensive? D: I am in need of about 16 tree/wood slices at least 6-7" wide (preferably much bigger! I was really hoping more for 12" but am discouraged by my budget). We are...
So for the venue I will put down an allowance for alcohol and when that runs out it's cash bar. A bridesmaid told me about the danger in that, she said one of her friends put down $2000 and an...
My wedding is outside in July at an old bishop’s mansion. The cocktail hour will be by the pool. My question is; are these arrangements too simple for an elegant garden wedding? What should I add or...
We bought invitations from hobby lobby they were 50% off so I thought why not? But I have no clue how I print them? There is no one around me that can do it i was told I have to do them myself but I...
What are some must haves at your bbq? Thinking baked beans ,mashed patatoes, patatoe salad, salad, mac n cheese
I'm looking to purchase Sola Wood Flowers to use in wedding DIY projects and to create my own bouquets. I'm wondering if anyone has any advice on the best place to purchase them that will ship to...
I am not using a DJ for the ceremony and reception. My bother has all of his band equipment we are going to use for speakers and a mic to hook up to my laptop. And I am going to make play lists on...
I'm trying to decide if I want to do everything myself. (i.e. shutterfly menus, napkins, get rent linens, make table numbers etc) or if I want a design company to do it. I have a million pins on...
Our venue doesn't have a bar of any sort but we are allowed to bring in our own alcohol. How do we go about serving it...do we try to find a bartender? Should we just go to the liquor store and get a...
Hey All! I am just curious who out there has actually be successful with a 10k budget. (preferably even closer to 7k) I feel like it is impossible in Rhode Island, but maybe doable in MA? We are...
I want my daughter to feel grown up and special on our big day. Shes been wanting fake nails that you just buy from a store but they just look so cheap. I was thinking about getting her acrylics like...
I have a tight budget for my wedding and thought about just making my own menu, buying all the food myself and just hiring a small group of people to cook it for me. It will be like a self serve...
