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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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Sola Wood Flowers
QuinnCee, on November 18, 2017 at 12:54 PM

Hello! This is my first time posting and I am planning my wedding for May 2018! I am just looking for some advice and opinions from any ladies that used Wood Flowers for their bouquets! We ordered a...

Melissa, Mar 23, 2018 15 619
Alison
Sale on David's Bridal Preservation Kit
Alison, on January 20, 2017 at 1:26 PM

So I was researching dress preservation after having my first fitting today, and I saw where David's Bridal is having a flash sale on the preservation kit right now, so it's only 99.95. Just a PSA in...

Melissa, Mar 23, 2018 12 455
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Vistaprint Ultra Thick Matte Paper
Bride2B, on March 22, 2018 at 2:15 AM

Hi there! I'm a paper snob with a frugal budget. Just wondering if anyone created their wedding invites on Vistaprint with their Ultra Thick Matte paper? According to the website the paper has quite a...

Amanda, Mar 23, 2018 8 1,094
Jennifer
diy Elopement Ceremony
Jennifer, on January 12, 2018 at 2:58 PM

Hi everyone! We are eloping on March 10th to the North Georgia mountains. We will say our vows and have the ceremony on a little island in the middle of a river. Very cool and beautiful scenery. We...

Ariana, Mar 21, 2018 4 302
Kim
diy Ring Cleaning
Kim, on March 20, 2018 at 3:09 PM

Stopped off at Shane Co last week to get my standard 6 mo ring cleaning. I was talking to an employee about wedding bands and I asked how often they clean the rings in the display case - he said EVERY...

Summer, Mar 21, 2018 29 663
Hannah
Where to get Welcome Bag items
Hannah, on March 19, 2018 at 1:30 PM

My SO and I want to make welcome bags for our guests, since many are from out of town and we love getting welcome bags when we travel to weddings. What stores/websites did you get your welcome bag...

earias, Mar 20, 2018 14 1,609
Paola
Boutonniere size
Paola, on March 17, 2018 at 9:18 PM

Hi all, I just started making groomsmen boutonnieres but my mom says it's too big. What do you guys think? Is it too big? What size should it be? I put a quarter next to it as a reference. Thanks! ...

Paola, Mar 19, 2018 15 5,730
Eva
diy magnet Save the Date
Eva, on February 26, 2018 at 2:49 PM

Can anybody help me or give me ideas how I can diy magnet save the date. I just bought a printer and have an idea of what i want. I just don't know how to start making them or what template I need.

Kristina, Mar 19, 2018 12 2,642 1
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Guestbook photobook- tips?
Elizabeth , on March 16, 2018 at 7:38 PM

Hello All! I’d like to use our engagement pictures to create a photo book online (probably Shutterfly) and then use as our guest book at the wedding. Planning on leaving plenty of white space for...

Elizabeth, Mar 17, 2018 10 408
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Welcome gift bag size
E, on March 16, 2018 at 5:32 PM

What size bag is best for wedding gift bags? I'm not trying to get fancy with these - just buying gift bags from target or something, but wondering what sizes others may have used. I'd like to put in...

Cassie, Mar 16, 2018 4 1,000
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Sola wood flower boquet
Marissa, on November 15, 2017 at 11:22 AM

Did anyone do a diy sola wood flower bouquet? Was it hard? Any tips or tricks?

Forestwed, Mar 16, 2018 20 724
Aly
Crepe paper flowers
Aly, on September 7, 2017 at 8:21 AM

Hi- Has anyone made bouquets/centerpieces with DIY crepe paper flowers? I've been experimenting with them and have been excited with how they've been coming out. Any advice would be appreciated!

Jen, Mar 15, 2018 31 296
Emily
Question about diy and reception logistics
Emily, on March 15, 2018 at 10:26 AM

Hello All I am over thinking these logistics here, but if a bride does DIY decor (centerpieces, boards, display tables etc) and doesn't have a vendor (rental company) to set up during the day of the...

Tara, Mar 15, 2018 21 434
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Large martini glasses
tiffanie, on March 12, 2018 at 10:09 PM

I am looking for oversized martini glasses for our centerpieces. We are having a Vegas themed wedding. I will be having 30 tables so I am not looking to drop a fortune! Please help! They need to be at...

tiffanie, Mar 14, 2018 18 235
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Foundation for oily skin
AlmostMrs.Grindle, on March 14, 2018 at 7:32 AM

I have decided to do my own makeup. I have foundations that I'm reasonably pleased with for day to day wear, but I'm looking for something with nice coverage that's really going to last through the...

HarrisEverAfter, Mar 14, 2018 11 1,599
Julie
Need a good wedding hashtag
Julie , on December 15, 2017 at 9:43 PM

I am having trouble coming up with a wedding hashtag. My name is Julie Smith and I will be taking my fiancé's last name. His name is Adam Klein. Can anyone think of a clever hashtag for that combo??? ...

Tiara, Mar 11, 2018 6 1,645
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Sola wood flower coupon
Ashley, on February 21, 2018 at 8:43 AM

Hey ladies! If anyone is thinking about the sola wood flowers I highly recommend them! I just spent about 200 dollars and I’m getting every floral piece put together with that amount (9 bouquets, all...

Hannah, Mar 10, 2018 13 808
ISaidHallYes
Paint Markers or Vinyl Decals
ISaidHallYes, on March 8, 2018 at 11:43 AM

What is your opinion on what looks nicer on a sign. Hand written in paint marker or a nice clean decal applied? We have a few big mirrors we are places at different areas in the venue. I do not know...

MelisM, Mar 9, 2018 12 1,742 1
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Has anyone done a Giant card stock flower photo backdrop?
Shannon and Michael, on November 20, 2014 at 3:26 PM

We were looking into a giant flower photo backdrop for our wedding. The prices are extremely high. I was wondering if anyone has attempted to do one on their own? These are the giant, medium, large...

Paola, Mar 9, 2018 28 1,865
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Wedding Hashtag Help!
Alessandra , on March 8, 2018 at 2:41 PM

Hello fellow Brides! I am am in need of a little help thinking of a wedding hashtag! I love the idea of having a cute and clever hashtag, but I can’t think of one (google hasn’t been very helpful...

Porterpoppin, Mar 9, 2018 7 458
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