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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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TIFFANY
wholesale liquor purchase
TIFFANY, on March 22, 2017 at 5:22 PM

So at my reception venue i have to provide hard liquor and wine. does anyone know of any company's that sell drinks at wholesale prices? Or a good place to purchase liquor?

SoonToBeMrsE, Mar 22, 2017 9 281
Nonna T
Anyone else the unofficial wedding planner for friends or coworkers?
Nonna T, on March 22, 2017 at 8:38 AM

I have to say I love my job most of the time! I have helped one coworker plan his baseball themed wedding and currently helping two more, one of which is my first same sex wedding Calling our...

Nancy Taussig, Mar 22, 2017 22 84
Brittany
Jr. Groomsmen Gift Ideas
Brittany, on March 22, 2017 at 12:00 PM

We have a Jr groomsmen who will be 13 by the wedding and we have no idea what 13 year olds like... Any ideas? I have checked etsy and pinterest and I'm not liking anything. They are all for ring...

Teri, Mar 22, 2017 9 3,955
FutureMrsPurdy
Real Flowers vs Paper Flowers
FutureMrsPurdy, on February 8, 2015 at 8:29 AM

I met with a florist back in October for my July 4th Wedding. I had a great appointment! We went through everything I needed and he was supposed to send me an estimate. I recieved nothing. Then, I...

Future Mrs. Glace, Mar 22, 2017 19 2,921
BeachyBrideToBe
What size is your bouquet?
BeachyBrideToBe, on March 21, 2017 at 12:46 PM

I'm making my own brooch/flower bouquet and I have it basically put together, however, I'm wondering if it should be a bit bigger. I measured the diameter and it's about 10 inches. Wondering what size...

Gloria, Mar 21, 2017 18 682
Kasey
Cheap Flower Centerpieces - Think Trader Joe's.
Kasey, on February 18, 2017 at 2:02 PM

I don't have much of a budget for flowers but I did still want a few nice floral bouquets at each table. Who came to the rescue? Trader Joe's! Every time I've gone to the local Trader Joe's - they...

Stephany, Mar 21, 2017 13 5,438
TurnerToAQueen
Bulk Flowers - Sam's/Costco
TurnerToAQueen, on March 20, 2017 at 6:02 AM

I am from Chattanooga and having my wedding in Chattanooga. I am trying to keep it VERY simple and under a tight budget. Although my parents are paying, I'm a teacher and live a frugal life style with...

24kMagicWed, Mar 21, 2017 9 389
Latrell
Venues on short notice
Latrell, on January 31, 2012 at 10:42 AM

Does anyone know of nice places where you can have the ceremony and reception

Ashley Cammarata, Mar 18, 2017 13 896
SPF
KWR: Cricut - worth it or no?
SPF, on March 16, 2017 at 4:50 PM

I'm thinking about investing in a Cricut machine so I can make my save the dates and invitations. I wouldn't even know which one to get, nevertheless how to use it, but it's definitely something I've...

JazzyJ, Mar 18, 2017 32 2,910
L + A
Chalkboard Signs-DIY? Rent? What's your experience?
L + A, on June 4, 2014 at 2:13 PM

Hey! FH and I are looking at doing some chalkboard signs for the wedding, and we're debating on DIY-ing it, or renting it? The rental companies we can rent from are $10 for the easel,...

Darryl, Mar 16, 2017 21 2,029
K
Linens: Rent vs. Buy
Kristen, on July 17, 2011 at 10:17 PM

Has anyone heard and confirmed that purchasing linens is less expensive than buying them? Or even better are there an other NC brides-to-be that have purchased linens and would let me "rent" them from...

Darryl, Mar 16, 2017 28 10,734
Anonymous
Vacation Rental?
Anonymous, on January 27, 2012 at 5:22 PM

This is probably going to sound crazy, but as tight as money can be in this economy, I am curious if anyone has done this? Has anyone ever rented out a vaction home for a week, and used it to be...

Darryl, Mar 16, 2017 12 932
Katy
Zazzle - Semi-Gloss or Matte
Katy, on March 16, 2017 at 2:49 PM

Hey ladies! I'm new here and just wondering - for those of you who ordered through Zazzle for invitations - what kind of paper did you choose? I'm debating between the semi-gloss and the matte. I've...

Katy, Mar 16, 2017 1 1,298
D
Tips to customize/personalize mason jars?
Deidre, on March 15, 2017 at 1:04 PM

I'm sorry if this has been posted already I'm new to this. I'm wanting to DIY custom mason jars as part of my favors/drinking glasses (ie: names, date, maybe pretty design) and I was wondering the...

Roxanne, Mar 15, 2017 7 878
M
Adding black to my dress thoughts
Mindy, on March 14, 2017 at 11:50 AM

So I wanted to wear an all black wedding dress to our wedding but my fh had a fit. We are having a black and white wedding and so I wanted to add black to my dress then. I bought a pure white dress...

Lorri, Mar 15, 2017 54 182
FutureMrsH
Cricut engagement invites!
FutureMrsH, on March 13, 2017 at 9:51 PM

I'm actually in love with my engagement party invites! Made them with my cricut and I think it's awesome! Pumped!!!

StealingtheKredel, Mar 14, 2017 20 176
Penelope
DIY disasters...let's hear them!
Penelope, on March 7, 2017 at 1:44 PM

My mom and I are planting wild flowers in her garden spot for the wedding and I am anticipating beautiful flowers and a special meaning after a magical time spent with my mom as we bring life to my...

Penelope, Mar 14, 2017 40 204
M
Zazzle wedding invitations
M, on March 13, 2017 at 1:53 PM

Hi all, What are your thoughts on ordering wedding invitations from Zazzle.com? I found an invite that I love but I'm afraid of ordering because I don't know the quality. I've attached the invitation...

Jolena, Mar 13, 2017 16 1,065
Ayrial
Centerpiece
Ayrial, on March 12, 2017 at 6:02 PM

Been on wedding mission mode today! Did all my centerpiece! They came out wonderful, all they need is the beta fish. ETA; no betta fish anymore. Show me your centerpieces!? Started organizing my rsvp!...

Anne, Mar 12, 2017 45 206
K
Rent Cricut Machine?
Katie, on March 11, 2017 at 10:29 PM

I'd really like to use a Cricut to address my wedding invitation envelopes, but I don't think it's worth the investment to buy one. Does anyone know if it's possible to rent one? I live in northwest...

Katie, Mar 12, 2017 7 15,335 1
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