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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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Mr&Mrs89
Cocktail reception cheaper or not?
Mr&Mrs89, on January 6, 2016 at 9:28 PM

Hi everyone Just wondering is cocktail reception for wedding cheaper? How much did you cocktail reception cost? Thanks

ELK, Jan 7, 2016 13 2,221
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Staking down an outdoor aisle runner
Becky, on January 3, 2016 at 8:59 PM

Hi all! I really want a burlap aisle runner for my outdoor wedding. I know everyone suggests against having a runner outdoors but I feel very strongly about having something else to walk on other than...

Mariegold, Jan 4, 2016 5 712
CareBear
Bathroom Basket Signs
CareBear, on December 31, 2015 at 3:28 PM

I finished my wording for my bathroom baskets and the translation to Spanish. Since my wedding will be both English and Spanish speaking I have a tough task of trying to translate everything to...

LizzyC, Dec 31, 2015 14 445
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Crystal veil DIY
Keri, on December 29, 2015 at 11:11 AM

I got some really small swarovski crystals to add to my veil. I'm wondering what the best way to attach it to my veil would be? I'm going to glue them on, what would be the best glue to use?

JoRocka, Dec 29, 2015 4 137
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Rustic DIY centerpiece ideas?
SewBikeLove, on December 27, 2015 at 11:21 PM

The tables are large 72" and seat 10, so there is a big space to cover. I was thinking of using mason jars wrapped with burlap and lace, but the pint sized jar is too short. I am not sure if I should...

FutureMrs.Davis, Dec 29, 2015 16 141
TayliaRae
I need candles!
TayliaRae, on December 22, 2015 at 12:00 PM

Centerpieces are going to include dripping tapered candles atop wine bottles - but I cannot find candles! Almost every candle I find says "non-drip," or drip red or multi-colored wax. I found one...

ButSrsly, Dec 23, 2015 13 355
SummerS
Paper Weight?
SummerS, on December 23, 2015 at 10:05 AM

Does anyone know what the minimum weight would be for a good card stock when printing front and back? FH and I printed a test for our programs last night on some shimmer card stock that I had left...

Mrs. LMac, Dec 23, 2015 8 2,138
Future Mrs. R Perez
Over skirt DIY or not...
Future Mrs. R Perez, on December 22, 2015 at 10:59 AM

HI Everyone - I would like some opinions: It is much appreciated :-) Like many others, I had a hard time deciding on a dress. Growing up I wanted a princess ballroom gown. When trying on dresses I...

Future Mrs. R Perez, Dec 22, 2015 9 1,898
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Venues that allow outside catering?
Eve, on December 19, 2015 at 9:17 AM

My fiancé and I are looking for venues in MA CT and RI that double for ceremony and reception and allow outside catering; preferably a venue that also comes with 1-2 staff members included in the...

Snarky, Dec 19, 2015 13 390
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Cricut DIY help
Susan and Will, on December 11, 2015 at 1:41 PM

I recently got a cricut... does anyone know how to make straight cuts? I am trying to DIY my belly band for my invitations. Thanks so much! If you are familiar and can help, as detailed as possible...

Susan and Will, Dec 11, 2015 9 1,024
Melissa
Candles and Candle Holders...Best place to buy them
Melissa, on March 20, 2012 at 2:06 PM

Hello everyone, Anyone have any tips on the best places to buy votives and clear glass candle holders? Looking for the most cost effective places. Any suggestions welcome! See picture below for size...

Ellen, Dec 10, 2015 28 2,842 2
Nano
DIY Success! - Paper Roses (out of maps!)
Nano, on December 3, 2015 at 9:45 PM

I thought I'd share a successful DIY project we've undertaken for our centerpieces. Sometimes you see these tutorials & wonder if they'll actually work, right? In the tutorial she uses book pages, but...

x, Dec 7, 2015 29 209
Maricle2Be
Ivory vs. White
Maricle2Be, on December 4, 2015 at 2:28 PM

So I'm looking at linens since we are planning on just buying them online. Our colors are royal blue, white, and sunflower gold/yellow. I was planning on doing an ivory tablecloth with a royal blue...

Les and Wendy Kopas, Dec 6, 2015 16 7,049
Kemmie
Anyone know where to get cheap robes for getting ready on the big day?
Kemmie, on October 30, 2014 at 9:34 AM

I want to get those cute personalized robes for me and my girls while getting ready as a part of their BM gift and it makes for a cute photo op IMO. I just don't want to spend a lot I got them a...

Brittney, Dec 5, 2015 21 1,357
biancs_
thumbprint tree guestbook
biancs_, on March 12, 2014 at 9:45 AM

I am determined to make the guestbook tree I saw on pintrest. I stumbled upon this little number at michaels and with a 40% off coupon it was 4 bucks. (Insert 11x14 poster of tree for this exact...

Jolynn, Dec 4, 2015 16 460
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HELP! Typo in my wedding guestbook!!!!
Brittany, on December 3, 2015 at 7:35 PM

Hello Everyone, This is super embarrassing but I need some serious advice. I ordered my wedding guestbook off of shutterfly and its absolutely beautiful and perfect and wonderful....except: I put the...

Brittany, Dec 4, 2015 7 143
Jennifer
$10k budget. Is it really enough?
Jennifer, on November 13, 2015 at 10:57 AM

I'm trying to put my budget together. Realistically, I'm thinking we can pull off a $10k wedding in 10 months. Maybe I'm crazy! We're moving in with MIL to help save the money, but I'd like to...

Sqwiggy, Dec 2, 2015 55 1,060
Maria
Wedding Party Program Poster
Maria, on November 25, 2015 at 1:41 PM

Does anyone have any ideas where I can purchase a wedding party program poster for my ceremony? I have only seen them on Etsy, any others? I thought about diy.

SwoleMates2016, Dec 1, 2015 5 95
Shelley
Calla Lily Bouquets? Opinions please
Shelley, on May 15, 2012 at 4:48 PM

FH and I are not really "flower people", but we do want real flowers, and I happen to love calla lilies. I also did some research and I love the symbolic meaning associated with this species of...

Sergio, Nov 27, 2015 10 692
CareBear
Candy Table Sayings
CareBear, on November 25, 2015 at 10:08 AM

Im looking for a cute saying to put in a frame at my candy table. The candy table will be the favor so I wanted a sign to say have some treats and thank you. Does anyway have an adorable way of saying...

Bethyonce, Nov 25, 2015 5 169
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