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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Here's a free, downloadable invitation set inspired by antique lace and pearls. You can download it here: http://yesmissy.com/diy-free-wedding-invitation-templates/ It's professionally designed by...
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I'm having 200-250 guests at my wedding. I'm serving beer and wine and need to know how many plastic wine cups I will need for my guests? I already bought the beer cups, just not sure on the wine...
![Ruby](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/1/5/6/4/utbp_2601564.jpg?r=3931283)
I need suggestions on how or where I should print small cards or cardstock paper with information on our hotel blocks so I can send them out with my invitations this month. I've never printed anything...
![Serina](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/4/1/6/utbp_2537416.jpg?r=2169169)
Check out my guestbook from Snapfish. I designed a photobook of our engagement pics. Got the 20 page Layflat design with custom cover which is normally $39.99 and used a 35% off coupon....
![Kyle](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/0/4/2/0/utbp_3240420.jpg?r=2475169)
I had a BLAST at my bachelor party in NYC this weekend. We rented an apartment on Air BnB. Two of my groomsmen and another friend (my best man's brother) were there the whole time, another groomsman...
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Did you purchase or make your brooch bouquet? How much did it cost you to purchase or make it?
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We all know how popular burlap weddings are right now. I jumped on the bandwagon, and I love them! After a couple of tablecloth posts, I have a question... have you been to a wedding that had a burlap...
![Kelly O'Brien](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/4/7/6/4/utbp_4064764.jpg?r=5429988)
I would like to find out what the best option would be to purchase flowers for the wedding, DIY bouquets, Rose petals, centerpieces, etc. So far I have compared 3 wholesale websites (AFloral,...
![Samantha](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/5/4/4/2/utbp_3275442.jpg?r=2812220)
I am getting ready to order my DIY wedding invites from vista. I have the main invite as a 5x7 and that will have a thin insert and the RSVP card w/ return envelope. I am just using the standard vista...
![Alejandra](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/8/7/6/2/utbp_3248762.jpg?r=2811944)
As some of you know, we are including HP elements in our wedding. Little, subtle details that may not be obvious to others but mean a lot to us. (We ordered FH's Deathly Hallows socks last night!)...
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My co-workers gave us a card with money in it, when I returned from our honeymoon. I need help with wording the thank you card. I don't want to sound cheesy or not sincere enough. Any help is...
![Kelsie](https://cdn0.weddingwire.com/usr/7/2/7/4/utbp_3067274.jpg?r=2810287)
I have been trying to think about what the maid of honor and best man will be holding to put the money in? I want to make something but I don't know if I should do a bag, jar basket, or a decorated...
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I am helping my sister in law make her programs. She wants a tea length, one sheet front and back program (a little longer than an envelope). I am having a hard time finding a template ANYWHERE, and...
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Has anyone else stressed about DIY's making the wedding look tacky? I worry about my vision not coming together and looking just plain "thrown together"! Part of the problem is the venue, we're having...
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Hey guys and girls! Was wondering if any of you did or are doing your own DIY lighting for your reception? If you have suggestions or pics, please share. Thanks!
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I am wanting to my programs as a fan on a popsicle stick. Hoping to help keep my guests cool in my mid July wedding.. outside. Anybody know where I can get a good template or by a cheap template so I...
Hi ladies! Has anyone attempted DYe bridesmaid dress? I bought a David's bridal dress on ebay and it's a light gray but I need it a little darker. U have called around and no one can do it
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We are having our ceremony in a park with really no place to ''enter'' from. I've seen the fake doors set up but I have no idea how to go about constructing one. Has anyone had experience with this or...
I've always wanted a backyard wedding but my parent's home isn't big enough for our wedding. Plus it isn't secluded. Does anyone have any ideas of where I can rent a home for 1-2 nights? We would have...
I know quite a few of you are DIYers, and i was wondering what experience or tips you have for printing on vellum? I am trying to decide if i should you the laser printer at work or my inkjet at home...