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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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Emily
Wood slab centerpieces
Emily, on September 1, 2016 at 9:55 AM

I was curious to know if anyone else used wood slabs as a base for their centerpieces. FH uncle cut some up for us, but the smell is terrible. They are in my basement now, and we have a fan on them...

Elexismc, Sep 4, 2016 10 907
Brooke
Ribbon wands - buy or make?
Brooke, on September 2, 2016 at 8:55 PM

Anyone make their own ribbon wands? Was it a giant pain in the ass? Should I just buy them? I can get 100 on etsy for like 75 bucks but that seems like a giant waste of money for ribbon on a stick. At...

future_mrs_c2018, Sep 4, 2016 23 265
Katie
Your Favorite Mimosa Recipes :)
Katie, on September 1, 2016 at 11:28 AM

The only alcohol I really like is vodka, rum, and red wine. My bridesmaids are requesting we have mimosas the morning of the wedding. Most sites I look at just say to use a bottle of champagne. As I...

Carly, Sep 4, 2016 15 103
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Buying Napkins and Linens?
Mealz, on September 1, 2016 at 11:15 AM

Hi there! I've found that purchasing napkins and tablecloths from some sites online will be cheaper from renting them from a vendor, and gives me a little more flexibility in terms of color. Has...

Cynthia, Sep 2, 2016 8 112
K
DIY PVC Pipe Wedding Arch
Kelsey, on August 29, 2016 at 10:57 AM

Has anyone had any experience with building a wedding arch using the PVC Pipes? I've found a few sources on Pinterest and I've priced out all the materials need to build it.. It's less than 20...

Monique Wilber, Aug 30, 2016 14 8,462
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hashtag generator
Traci, on August 29, 2016 at 10:36 PM

How do you use the hashtag generator? I can't find it on my mobile app? Help!

Jo, Aug 30, 2016 1 436
Maui K
"Floating Orchid" DIY Centerpieces?
Maui K, on August 29, 2016 at 6:46 PM

I am thinking about trying to DIY something similar to the photo below. Dollar tree has a 9 inch vase and a 7 inch vase, both 3.25 inches in diameter. Do you think those would be a little too narrow...

Maui K, Aug 29, 2016 7 150
Priscilla
Bbq theme outdoor wedding...need help with the details.
Priscilla, on August 22, 2016 at 11:19 AM

Hi everyone, I'm a newb. Wedding is scheduled for 04/22/2017 and all we have reserved is the venue. My Fiancee and I both work part time at the Botanical Garden in town and oversee plenty of weddings...

Priscilla, Aug 26, 2016 24 349
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Addressing Envelopes with Silhouette
FutureMrsHeath, on August 19, 2016 at 1:06 PM

I'm wondering if anyone has used a Silhouette (I have the Cameo) to address envelopes? I've just purchased a pen adapter for it (the Amy Chomas one) and wondered what pens you used, how well they...

Miss Zee, Aug 23, 2016 6 1,114
JRA12216
Easiest, cost-efficient way to make DIY photo booth/Selfie Station????
JRA12216, on July 29, 2016 at 2:50 PM

Hi everyone! I need some help!! I am not having a professional photo booth at the wedding because of cost restraints, but I LOVE the idea of doing something like a little selfie station. Does anyone...

Marque, Aug 23, 2016 14 5,463
Bianca
Song Request Cards
Bianca, on August 23, 2016 at 2:44 PM

I'm not sure if this is a tacky subject on this site or if I can share files with you all...but I created song request cards for my invitations and can share with any DIY folks who want one less...

Bianca, Aug 23, 2016 17 791
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Silhouette vs Cricut
Tess, on August 10, 2016 at 4:52 PM

Hi ladies. I'm contemplating buying either a Cricut or a silhouette for some wedding crafts and was wondering if anyone had a preference of one over the other. I'd mostly be using it for paper crafts...

Mrs.AJ, Aug 23, 2016 9 98
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Best deals on real touch flowers in Canada
Lara, on August 22, 2016 at 2:26 PM

Hi! I am a Canadian bride living in Canada. I want to make my own tropical bouquet out of artificial flowers. I am looking for real touch flowers. For this wedding I am looking for turquoise, mint...

OGJessieJV, Aug 22, 2016 3 155
2018
Hashtag
2018, on August 21, 2016 at 12:22 AM

Nelson will be the last name and I was wonder what hashtags you guys thought would be good for our photos I've used the hashtags generator and hate it

Sharyse, Aug 21, 2016 8 486
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Should I print invitations?
gapeach, on August 18, 2016 at 1:28 PM

Does anyone have personal experience as to whether it is more cost effective to print invitations or just buy the suite flat out? I'm trying not to spend 1000$ just on invitations, but idk if...

LaKessia, Aug 20, 2016 20 683
mlw
Block Party Wedding!!
mlw, on August 20, 2016 at 3:47 PM

Now this is what I'm talking about!! It's nice when everyone can come together and contribute http://www.countryliving.com/life/inspirational-stories/a39557/neighborhood-wedding/?src=socialflowFB

mlw, Aug 20, 2016 292
Jen
DIY Belly Bands!?
Jen, on August 17, 2016 at 11:36 AM

Anyone have any cute, easy ideas for making their own belly bands to go around the invitations?

OurAdventureBegins, Aug 19, 2016 13 502
CareFox
Help - Where to Print Programs?
CareFox, on August 15, 2016 at 4:38 PM

Hey guys - I ordered a cute program design off Etsy that I have to print/cut myself. I have access to a huge color printer and paper cutter at my mom's office so I could bring my own cardstock and do...

Minders, Aug 15, 2016 14 2,252
Morgan
Venue Kitchen Restrictions
Morgan, on August 15, 2016 at 5:48 PM

Hi everyone! We've just started the long road of wedding planning (eeee!) for a November 2017 wedding. At first, we were going to go with an all-inclusive venue, but have decided that with the length...

AshleyR, Aug 15, 2016 14 1,177
Tiffany
Over 1000 SOLA FLOWERS!!!
Tiffany, on November 23, 2015 at 9:50 PM

Hey guys! This is my first post and I wanted to share my sola flower project with ya'll. After researching different ways to do flowers at a lower cost than fresh I stumbled across these sola flowers...

Teneasha, Aug 15, 2016 11 557
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