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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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How do I Fill the bar and save money
La Tasha, on June 9, 2017 at 1:52 PM

My venue can serve alcohol but I have to provide it what is the best way to go about cheaply filling the bar for 100 guests ?

HolyMoly63, Jun 9, 2017 16 2,184 1
Katie
Cheap vases for centerpieces...?!
Katie, on February 5, 2013 at 8:00 PM

Ok so Im gonna DIY my centerpieces, really simple clear vases, stones at the bottom, filled with water and a floating candle on top. So where to get these vases for CHEAP! I found some on Amazon like...

Jessie, Jun 9, 2017 27 4,294
MrsVoegs17
Cricut brides - Anyone using their machine to address invites? Looking for good single line fonts!
MrsVoegs17, on June 9, 2017 at 2:18 PM

I started playing around with addressing invites with my Cricut last night. The problem I am running into is that the script/handwriting font I am using for all of my wedding related things has varied...

Chelsea, Jun 9, 2017 9 10,996 2
Carousel
My handwriting: good enough for envelopes?
Carousel, on June 7, 2017 at 10:09 AM

Or should I look into printing labels or printing the addresses directly on the envelopes? I actually like my handwriting- I mean I'm no calligrapher but it's legible and I think it's kinda pretty....

Jennifer, Jun 8, 2017 47 4,744
fallinthegarden
Invitation Glue Suggestions
fallinthegarden, on June 8, 2017 at 5:54 PM

Hey all, Does anyone have any recommendations for good glue to use for assembling DIY pocket invites? I bought some zip dry glue from the site I bought the pockets at, but the nozzle part clogs almost...

STACY, Jun 8, 2017 11 251
mandaleigh
RSVP cards..what to do with them
mandaleigh, on June 8, 2017 at 3:06 PM

On our RSVP cards there was an option for a song choice or advice for us on our big day. We have gotten some really good as well as funny advice back (along with some good songs). I was curious if...

Rena, Jun 8, 2017 12 190
FutureMrs.Bailey
Cardstock for Menus, Programs, etc
FutureMrs.Bailey, on June 7, 2017 at 4:48 PM

Where did you all get your cardstock for your menus, programs, etc.? I purchased a template from Etsy, but will have to print myself, same with the menu.

Carissa Brittney, Jun 7, 2017 8 706
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Turning a Ballroom Rustic
Stephanie , on June 6, 2017 at 5:09 PM

Has anyone ever had to compromise their dream rustic reception place for a ballroom due to pricing? That's what we ended up needing to do. I was kind of sad about it at first but the place where we...

Nicole, Jun 6, 2017 11 3,408 5
BeachBride612
Wedding Time Slot
BeachBride612, on June 5, 2017 at 6:58 AM

I need to choose my five hour time. 4 to 9, 5 to 10, 6 to 11? It is an outdoor ceremony and indoor reception. What are yours..

FallforLindahl, Jun 5, 2017 3 79
Sunnie
DIY Honeymoon Registry
Sunnie, on March 19, 2011 at 11:47 PM

I have read several threads on here about doing a honeymoon registry... I really like the one that Couples has on their website, however even they are charging a fee even though the money is going...

TealWedding, Jun 4, 2017 13 515
Linda
bacne scars?
Linda, on June 2, 2017 at 12:09 PM

I have suffered through back acne for most of my teen years and Have scars to show for it. I have always been really self conscious about it and usually never show my back unless my hair is loose....

Alexandra, Jun 4, 2017 19 2,804
Stacie
Bridesmaid Newsletter
Stacie, on July 4, 2012 at 6:39 AM

Anyone done one of these and willing to share the template? I'd like to do one with all the final details (rehearsal info, bachelorette party info, lodging info, etc.) but am drawing a huge blank. Any...

Rachael, Jun 3, 2017 19 536
Jasmine
Which type of RSVP is better? Traditional or Email/Call?
Jasmine, on June 3, 2017 at 6:22 PM

While looking at Invitation templates, I noticed one included two RSVP options. One was the traditional mail-your-reply, and the other said to reply by emailing or calling. Which do you prefer? I kind...

MrsRushinin2018, Jun 3, 2017 13 144
ariana
Last Minute! DIY Seating Chart Canvas!
ariana, on May 31, 2017 at 5:51 AM

Im looking for the easiest and cheapest way to get a seating chart so my guest can find the tables they were assigned to. Ive notice etsy.com has one that you download but it cost money. Any ideas of...

arh5249, Jun 3, 2017 8 3,923
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Outdoor wedding generator help
Ashley, on June 3, 2017 at 1:38 PM

Hello ladies! I could really use your help! We are having an outdoor wedding with the tent reception, but we're having such a hard time figuring out what we're supposed to do for power! Initially, the...

muriel, Jun 3, 2017 1 284
Kathleen
Tips and tricks to printing on A7 envelopes
Kathleen, on June 1, 2017 at 8:26 PM

Long story short, I was going to hire a calligrapher to address our invitations but that plan went out the window for various reasons. I've seen some people print addresses directly onto their...

Future381sWife, Jun 2, 2017 10 11,224
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DIY Flower Wall
KBride, on May 12, 2017 at 12:47 PM

Has anyone done their own flower fall? If so, you have pictures?

Amy, Jun 1, 2017 32 756
NG
Invitations: DIY or ordered???
NG, on April 6, 2013 at 12:45 AM

Hi everyone, my name is NG (yes, it's really just two letters, LoL). I'm new to the forum, this is actually my first post. I'm getting married in November of this year and I haven't done much of...

Nam, May 30, 2017 33 368
Hahnsolo
Flower 'girl' ladies
Hahnsolo, on May 29, 2017 at 11:09 AM

We made the choice for no kids at the wedding so that knocked out my 4 yr old niece being the flower girl. We both decided that we wanted our grandmothers to be our flower girls. I think flower...

Erin Wood, May 29, 2017 18 154
Ashley
Need help with playing ceremony music!
Ashley, on May 27, 2017 at 1:43 AM

We have decided to not use a DJ for our ceremony music as it will be held in a small church and we are expecting it to be over fairly quickly. The church has a sound system located at the front of...

Heather, May 29, 2017 12 1,852
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