Do It Yourself
Join groupIt’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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![Williamsracn](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/8/7/9/4/utbp_40448794.jpg?r=81584)
Havethe arch and flower arrangements, plus extra flowers
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![Emily](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/5/3/2/5/utbp_42375325.jpg?r=73470)
We are getting married in August at a farm type venue, so we’ll be inside and outside. It’s going to be a really small wedding with just family and close friends (under 50 people). Looking at doing a...
![Cynthia](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/3/7/1/utbp_38507371.jpg?r=87059)
Where can I get enclosed candles
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![Aaron](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/6/9/3/4/utbp_42596934.jpg?r=94366)
I am attempting to DIY most florals or supplement with a dried flower source like Hidden Botanics or Sola. My fiance and I would LOVE to save money by doing this ourselves, but we also want to hang...
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![Mrs. Noratel](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/3/4/6/5/utbp_3183465.jpg?r=5293734)
So tonight we began our quest on dying our own sola flowers. Once we got the hang of it, it became pretty easy and things moved at a good pace. Tonight we did all the pinks, with the exception we have...
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Wondering if anyone has experience printing with Canva? I created my invitation suite, but when I went and printed a sample at Fedex, the colors turned out horrible. I'm wondering if that's because of...
![Mandi](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/8/3/5/utbp_7647835.jpg?r=13489796)
We are having a wedding "crafting party" this weekend and I am torn on what glue to use for 110 lb card stock. My card making friend said glue sticks would be fine, but other sites say NO glue sticks....
![Kimberley](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/4/3/1/3/utbp_41774313.jpg?r=11532)
Hi brides, I am trying to decide how to go about the wedding flowers. Beautiful flowers are a priority for me, but I have seen fake flowers look just as good as the real deal. I need 13 table...
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Hi everyone! Wondering if anyone is currently working on this or did in the past. My thought was to DIY a photo backdrop (versus having a photo booth/attendant)- I know there are a million things on...
![Brigit](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/9/6/4/9/utbp_3809649.jpg?r=10844310)
So i just found out that my DOC usually doesnt stay longer than 45 mins after dinner is served. my caterer does clean up but i am not sure what he is willing to do... i can get my DOC have people stay...
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Has any one had any issues with mailing black envelopes? I would like to use them for both the invitation and RSVP cards. I was on hold with USPS for over 20 minutes and decided to just hang up...
So this is a photo of the outdoor Ramada area that we can rent out (with a special event permit) for just around $550. It’s not the price that has me m jumping up and down with excitement- I’m...
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![Karen & Rene](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/2/4/4/utbp_1487244.jpg?r=1806637)
I finally decided on a centerpiece! Gven the fact that our budget is tight and we have already gone over it by twice as much, I believe this would be a nice alternative. I am doing candles (see pics...
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Hi! For those of you who bought flowers in bulk and assembled them yourselves, do you have any feedback on what companies do a great, cost-effective job with fresh flowers? Grocery stores? Online?...
![Katie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/1/9/0/3/utbp_39541903.jpg?r=89608)
tips and tricks for budget friendly
Getting married May 2025 and want to have really good food. Myself & my family love to cook, and always receive the highest remarks from others. The wedding is only 50-75 people and I was thinking...
![Rachel](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/5/8/7/7/utbp_33055877.jpg?r=13000)
How many of you brides are getting a ring box for your wedding rings for photos, etc.? I only just heard about this… I was planning on just bringing our wedding bands in their original Shane Co. boxes...
![SphynxLover](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/5/9/2/3/utbp_3755923.jpg?r=4211693)
Ok being a bride on a budget I am planning on doing all my own flowers. Has anyone ever used Trader Joes for flowers? They always have wonderful greatly priced flowers that seem to last. How does it...