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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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kelly
Best websites to make your own wedding album?
kelly, on August 2, 2017 at 5:02 PM

As I await my pro pictures, I have been researching the best websites to make my own album but I was wondering if anyone had a personal experience with a website they loved. I have made multiple books...

Mrs.Soon2Be, Aug 3, 2017 9 474 1
Ms. A
Benches for Ceremony?
Ms. A, on July 10, 2012 at 11:04 AM

I'm having an outdoor ceremony at the same location as my wedding, but we're not allowed to bring the venue's chairs outside (plus they're basically metal office chairs, so not exactly the look I'm...

Adam, Aug 1, 2017 14 6,664
Sandra
Brooch Bouquet
Sandra, on July 17, 2017 at 12:30 AM

Has anyone made their own brooch bouquet? Attempted? How long did it take? I want to make my own and I'm looking for tips!

Ifeoma, Aug 1, 2017 18 289
Rozenbook
Ideas for welcome bags
Rozenbook, on July 30, 2017 at 2:05 AM

What is a reasonable amount to spend on welcome bags? I have a lot of guests coming from out of town. I am trying to budget early for potential costs. Also what should I put in them? My wedding is in...

Nats, Jul 31, 2017 15 257
MrsBeetoBe
AW - DIY Wax Seal Invites
MrsBeetoBe, on July 29, 2017 at 9:39 AM

So i've been working really hard on these, so i just shamelessly really wanted to show them off because i'm so proud of how they turned out. i did not DIY the actual printing of the invitations, i had...

Sagan, Jul 30, 2017 12 147
K
Diy VS Wedding planner
Kayla, on July 4, 2017 at 7:44 PM

It's it cheaper to diy vs hiring someone to decorate? I have my venue for 2 days . 9am- 1am

RPMOB18, Jul 29, 2017 3 172
Rozenbook
Who is using a Cricut Machine for their wedding?!
Rozenbook, on July 22, 2017 at 2:12 AM

I am curious if there are other brides on here who are using a Cricut machine for things for their wedding. I am looking for ideas and this can be a thread to show off in progress or completed...

Rozenbook, Jul 28, 2017 47 686
Nicole
DIY Appetizers...sort of
Nicole, on July 20, 2017 at 6:26 PM

Our caterer does not do appetizers, so we are on our own. We have a Costco membership & we can get some great stuff there a few days before the wedding (such as the pic below). But I wanted to check...

Leeann, Jul 28, 2017 47 2,709
J
Starwars wedding Invitations
judy, on July 27, 2017 at 6:44 AM

My wedding theme is Star wars. We have been trying to find good invitations with Darth Vader and a Storm trooper but cant seem to find any good ones should I DIY them. I don't have any ideas what to...

Tara, Jul 28, 2017 23 1,230
Cassie
Labels vs Pre Inked Stamp
Cassie, on July 27, 2017 at 11:58 AM

Which do you think is better/easier/looks nicer? Having your address for STD's, invitations & thank you cards be printed on an address label or buying a pre-inked stamp? I'm leaning towards the stamp...

Maria, Jul 28, 2017 22 1,773
SpringBride23
How to transfer DIY centerpieces?
SpringBride23, on July 27, 2017 at 8:58 PM

So I am really hoping to do my hydrangea centerpieces myself (stems bought from sams club), however I'm not sure if this is possible due to my situation. We live 1.5 hours from our venue and the night...

Jessesgirl923, Jul 28, 2017 9 165
Amber
Flameless Candles
Amber, on July 27, 2017 at 2:59 PM

I am needing to use flameless candles and need buy in bulk (like 90). Is there anything i should look for when ordering? i found this: AGPtek® 100 Battery Operated LED Amber Flameless Flickering...

Amber, Jul 28, 2017 10 1,614
Colleen
White pumpkin stenciling?
Colleen, on July 26, 2017 at 7:54 PM

I went to Michael's today to see if they had white pumpkins out yet and to look for stencils. The white pumpkins will be on the head table (Mr. & Mrs.), cake table (something about cake), card table...

Rebecca, Jul 27, 2017 15 125
Opalite
Placemats--DIY or Skip?
Opalite, on July 25, 2017 at 8:37 AM

I'm a crafty person. I like to sew, crochet, and cross stitch. I recently got the idea in my head that we will need placemats on the tables, so I started looking into making burlap and lace placemats...

Opalite, Jul 26, 2017 14 2,485
A
Very Small & Intimate Wedding - Decor Ideas Needed!
abbie, on July 25, 2017 at 7:14 PM

Hi everyone... I could use some help! I am getting married on September 17th 2017 on the beach in Florida. I am English, just recently moved to Toronto, Canada. Moving abroad and planning a wedding...

traci, Jul 26, 2017 17 605
Maggie N
Cheap Table Linens?
Maggie N, on March 14, 2013 at 2:16 PM

So does anyone have a secret and awesome place to purchase table linens?? ----------------- *ADDED BY WW* To find local companies to purchase and rent linens, use WW's vendor search for Event Rental...

Desire, Jul 25, 2017 32 16,315
Jennifer
Brooms!
Jennifer, on July 23, 2017 at 9:59 AM

So I finally completed my wedding broom! (actually, my FH's coworker is really the one who made it, I just bought the materials and told her what I wanted). I am so in love with it! This is one of the...

MelindaKG, Jul 23, 2017 13 1,891
Future Mrs.B
DIY Sola wood bouquet trial
Future Mrs.B, on July 19, 2017 at 3:26 PM

So before plunging and purchasing a ton of sola wood flowers.. i decided to get a couple from hobby lobby and do a mini mock bouquet. Id like to use real greenery or preserved greenery not the faux...

Amy, Jul 23, 2017 13 775
Ludwig
Glass Seating Chart
Ludwig, on July 23, 2017 at 12:25 AM

You think it'll be easier than your previous ideas, but it isn't and now you're dedicated and gotta finish it to the end. Hahah. What are you doing for your seating chart?

Tiffany, Jul 23, 2017 8 274
Julie
Seating Chart diy
Julie, on July 22, 2017 at 6:45 PM

Plan on having alphabetical seating chart on easel at entrance to reception. How do you make this?

AmandaK, Jul 22, 2017 10 341
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