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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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mel
Ideas on Transporting Decor to and from Venue
mel, on July 19, 2017 at 3:08 PM

Guys and Gals, I'm 6 weeks out and my brain has basically turned to mush. Maybe someone out there is bored at work and has more brain power than I currently do to help me brainstorm some logistics. We...

Rachel, Jul 19, 2017 10 2,995 1
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Greenery
Natasha, on July 17, 2017 at 8:35 PM

Hi everyone! We are doing a spring wedding, and I LOVE the idea of using a lot of greenery mixed in with some flowers. But I don't love the cost of using a florist for everything. I'd like to try...

P, Jul 18, 2017 12 1,096
Danielle
Diy hotel welcome bags
Danielle, on July 16, 2017 at 12:00 PM

My DIY of the day for our welcome bags. I'm so proud of how they came out. . . Self printed avery labels, bags from Michael's and emergency products from Amazon and Jet.com. Have any of you done...

Danielle, Jul 17, 2017 13 132
Kimberly
Walmart or Publixs Cakes??
Kimberly, on July 16, 2017 at 5:51 PM

Anyone get/getting their cake from either retailer?

Vanessasaurus, Jul 16, 2017 23 4,788
firstoneat56
DYI Tip for metallic paint lovers
firstoneat56, on July 15, 2017 at 10:51 AM

Here's a DIY tip for anyone using metallic paint. I learned the hard way but you don't have to. When you use metallic paint, it doesn't cure the same way flat colors do. Even after a week, the...

firstoneat56, Jul 16, 2017 16 179
KT
DIY Centerpieces - worth it?
KT, on July 16, 2017 at 10:06 AM

For anyone who has done DIY centerpieces - did it end up coming out as a major savings ? Was it more work then you thought it would be ? Also who set everything up the day of the wedding and broke it...

Mrs, Jul 16, 2017 8 2,031
Deanna
Let me see your Costco/Sam's Club flowers PAGING LUCILLE
Deanna, on July 11, 2017 at 10:05 PM

Starting to stress about prices for flowers. Florists seem to be priced high in my area for our reception centerpieces. Has anyone ordered in bulk from Costco or Sam's Club? How did they turn out!?...

KCJV, Jul 14, 2017 24 507
Briana
S'mores Bar?
Briana, on July 12, 2017 at 6:51 PM

Hi everyone! I'm getting married on 10/28, and I wanted to do something fun. We're having a s'mores bar for our guests that will serve as both their dessert and favor. Has anyone seen or heard of a...

Dana, Jul 13, 2017 34 629
P
Costco European Mini Boquets?
Private User, on December 5, 2015 at 6:53 PM

Has anyone used this for a late spring wedding? How did it turn out? What varieties of flowers did you get? I'd love to see your pics! The price is amazing and looks like a simpler DIY flower...

Julie, Jul 12, 2017 5 189
Mrs007
Facebook Groups that are worth checking out
Mrs007, on November 6, 2014 at 6:26 PM

I love being on Facebook and as a bride myself I have been looking for groups to follow. Here are some Groups I have found that have been very helpful for me! Everything Wedding Related PDX :...

Rachael, Jul 12, 2017 2 3,112
Dana
Incorporating the memory of a passed loved one
Dana, on July 11, 2017 at 2:47 PM

My father has passed and so has my FH's sister. Curious what others have done to incorporate their deceased loved one's memory into the day. I am going to wear my father's wedding ring sewn into the...

slimshady, Jul 11, 2017 18 266
Mags
Skipping the flowers?
Mags, on July 10, 2017 at 11:03 PM

I'm starting to research florists... and wow... just wow. I was warned that flowers are expensive, but I am still shocked. So far I've received quotes between $2500 and $3000. I've never...

ambrok, Jul 11, 2017 29 951
Victoria A
Wedding arch project
Victoria A, on July 8, 2017 at 9:59 PM

This was my project for today and it turned out amazing. For a grand total of 30$ I have a wedding arch, it is made in 3 pieces that come apart for transport and are easily put together with 2...

Victoria A, Jul 11, 2017 41 404
D
Sola Wood Flowers DIY
Danyeil, on July 9, 2017 at 12:57 PM

Has anyone made their own bouquets and center pieces out of the sola wood flowers? I'm really thinking about using them. They look so pretty and I absolutely hate most silk flowers. Any suggestions...

NatHam, Jul 10, 2017 8 662 1
TheHamWhites
Wedding day deodorant
TheHamWhites, on July 8, 2017 at 1:37 PM

Hi everyone! Unfortunately, I'm blessed with overactive sweat glands on my underarms (yay) I usually apply deodorant twice a day normally. I don't like the prescription strength stuff from the doctors...

Jess'sgirl, Jul 9, 2017 29 1,527
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Wedding Tent Alternatives
erika, on July 5, 2017 at 9:14 PM

I'm having an outdoor wedding in September and need to figure out a tent solution. The venue is my brothers house and the reception area is on a 40x100ft cement slab. We are posting up wooden beams...

yvonne, Jul 7, 2017 7 3,154
chanel
Thanksgiving dinner for wedding
chanel, on July 5, 2017 at 7:57 AM

Hey yall, so our vow renewal is set for nov 18th, and I wanted to know/ make sure my numbers were right. We were originally going to do a bbq for the reception but the cost was through the roof(...

cantwait4thedate, Jul 6, 2017 38 2,014
MrsMitch
Cardstock for Escort Cards
MrsMitch , on July 6, 2017 at 8:48 AM

Where did you all buy cardstock for escort cards? I went to Office Depot last night and the only option they had were Avery but the paper was very lightweight and kind of flimsy. The reviews for that...

EM, Jul 6, 2017 15 1,975 1
Soon to be FRY
Printing on escort cards
Soon to be FRY, on July 5, 2017 at 6:12 PM

Hey ladies, does anyone know how or have experience with printing on escort cards? I'm trying to figure it out but don't know where to start. I'm using a mac and my cards are 2.5 x 3.5 in

Erin Wood, Jul 6, 2017 5 237
Bambi
Ostrich feather centerpieces
Bambi, on July 5, 2017 at 6:54 PM

Wondering how far in advance to put together my ostrich feather centerpieces? I dont want to wait too long and not have enough time but also dont want to do it too early and have the feathers get...

Chris, Jul 5, 2017 4 190
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