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Looking for solution to this reception issue (confetti related) Need smart brains, Please help!!!
Eric, on June 13, 2013 at 12:28 PM

I have this grand romantic idea where in the middle of our bride groom dance my ushers activate a huge pull string pinata thing filled with sparkly tiny tiny tiny confetti pieces and they spread out...

Emily720, Feb 16, 2016 14 109
Yolanda
Bridesmaid Newsletter Template
Yolanda, on July 21, 2015 at 9:39 PM

Hi, I would like to send information out to my wedding party via the a newsletter and I was wondering if anybody out there had a template they wouldn't mind sharing.

Jason, Feb 15, 2016 22 1,150
hogwartsdork
wedding album for the mother in law
hogwartsdork, on February 5, 2016 at 11:30 AM

I am going to be receiving all of my photos soon and was wondering how all of you laid out the parent albums. I'd rather get this out of the way for namely my mother in law-- who demanded the week...

Private_User804, Feb 12, 2016 11 2,089
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No dj at our wedding
Amber, on February 7, 2016 at 10:57 AM

We have decided to not have a dj and just use Pandora, without commercials or another form of music instead of paying a ridiculous amount of money.. Anyone else not having a dj at their reception?

LeahKtoL, Feb 10, 2016 52 330
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Place Cards with Meal Identification: Ideas?
Megan, on February 9, 2016 at 6:21 PM

For my reception I have to have place cards that also let the waiters know which meal the guests have chosen. I initially thought of using different colored gems to signify each meal, but I'm a little...

Megan, Feb 9, 2016 9 241
Pabby13
DIY flower dog leash
Pabby13, on February 3, 2016 at 10:03 PM

So I barely ever do crafts because it looks like a 2 year old did it, but I can honestly say I'm pretty happy with my first try at a flower dog leash! This most likely will be the only thing I DIY...

Pabby13, Feb 4, 2016 18 143
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Wedding hashtag help
Alyssa, on February 4, 2016 at 2:30 AM

Hey pretty ladies. I am getting married this summer and my last name will be Kerr. Any ideas on some fun/great hashtags?!

Shelby, Feb 4, 2016 3 342
Caitlyn
Tent Lighting (How much to buy)
Caitlyn, on February 3, 2016 at 9:35 AM

We are looking to do this kind of lighting with our tent however the company we are renting our tent from doesn't rent these types of lights. We are renting a 40x60 pole tent and my dad is going to...

2d Bride, Feb 3, 2016 4 1,488
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Inexpensive flower options?
wonderland1988, on February 1, 2016 at 10:18 PM

Hello brides! I was wondering what your experience has been with some of the more inexpensive flower options. I see so many, just wanted to hear some personal experiences. I know I want bouquets that...

MayBride, Feb 2, 2016 16 442
Bethany
FH made DIY (anime inspired) Cake Topper!
Bethany, on January 31, 2016 at 7:23 PM

Some people call us Otakus because we love watching Anime and going to conventions... And I think I'd have to agree with them for the most part. My FH decided to do a little DIY with some Sword Art...

E&M, Feb 1, 2016 11 133
Kate
Ostrich feathers?
Kate, on August 20, 2012 at 5:17 PM

I'm wanting to make the ostrich-feather eiffel tower centerpieces, and was wondering where you have/ haven't had luck buying ostrich feathers.

Michael Thomas, Feb 1, 2016 21 908
Kylie
Hobby lobby flowers
Kylie, on January 31, 2016 at 6:55 PM

So it's time for me to start thinking about what I'm going to do about flowers for the wedding.. For bouquets, center pieces, and other decorations.. Although flowers are beautiful I've never been...

Kylie, Feb 1, 2016 14 2,293
Megan
Poor Girl Wedding Pitty Party: You're Invited!!!
Megan, on March 3, 2013 at 2:07 PM

Ha Sorry I just had to rally some support and wanted to start a thread for the budget savy bride... cause let's be honest 20k is my student loan debt and not at all a feasible price tag for my...

Shannon, Jan 31, 2016 80 357
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Is anyone else's wedding completely DIY?
Kylene , on January 28, 2016 at 2:19 PM

Me and my future wife. Yes, I said wife, are getting married next year. We are college kids running on a tight budget. I am all about the hands on approach and I love the diy aspects of a wedding. Our...

Celia Milton, Jan 31, 2016 33 297
MISS2MRS.<3
Ok ladies, lay it on me! Thoughts on a buffet?
MISS2MRS.<3, on January 24, 2016 at 3:22 AM

FH & his family want a buffet. I'm honestly not so keen on the idea.. 200 plus people lining up like it's Golden Coral.. Is it just me or does a buffet seem a little tacky? If no, Is it really that...

Eventafi, Jan 29, 2016 92 946
Kiss_the_brides
Bling Wipes?
Kiss_the_brides, on August 24, 2015 at 3:26 PM

I did a search on the forum but couldn't find anything, sorry if I missed something! Has anyone tried "Bling Wipes"? Or any kind of jewlery cleaner? Any tips/tricks for cleaning your engagement ring?...

GolfyGal, Jan 29, 2016 6 346
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BORRBY Lanterns- Which size??
P2BE, on January 28, 2016 at 12:31 PM

Hello all. I would like to use these lanterns for my centerpieces but am unsure which size would be best? They have 11 inch ones and 17 inch ones (height). At first I thought the 17 inch ones might be...

NERasRu, Jan 28, 2016 12 2,072
TAC
Clear Labels for Wedding Invitation Addresses
TAC, on January 25, 2016 at 8:42 PM

What is the best kind of clear label to purchase for printing addresses on Wedding Invitations -- I've only seen Avery mentioned thus far... Also, forgive my ignorance - but would you just use Mail...

Nonna T, Jan 26, 2016 22 6,420
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Has anyone served M&M's or small candies for party favors?
Warren, on June 23, 2011 at 2:13 PM

We are thinking about doing the customized M&M's as party favors but I have no idea how many to order. We want to do small circular tins that are 2" diameter and 0.75" deep. I am thinking they will...

Debra, Jan 25, 2016 14 8,971 1
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Printing addresses at home on 5.5x5.5 square envelope help
Andrea, on January 23, 2016 at 6:42 PM

Hi This is my first post, so hi, lol. I hope this is the right place to post this, I tried searching but just wasn't finding what I needed so I hope this isn't a duplicate, but has anyone printed...

annakay511, Jan 23, 2016 2 755
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