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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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Kristin
Tardis Card Box
Kristin, on January 7, 2014 at 1:57 PM

Finished with the card box! I tried to update my other thread but for some reason I just had a lot of trouble getting it to populate. Here is the finished product and it is for my FH who is a big...

Kristin, Jan 17, 2014 25 269
AngelKidAllan
Petal Aisle Runner, Yes or No?
AngelKidAllan, on January 15, 2014 at 5:43 PM

I am having my ceremony in a barn on an old homestead that was renovated in my hometown. Overall I would say the wedding isn't too formal and is very relaxed and I want to keep things simple. I have...

AngelKidAllan, Jan 15, 2014 15 281
Danielle
How I asked my bridesmaids/bridesman! How did you ask yours?
Danielle, on January 13, 2014 at 7:09 PM

I knew I wanted my sister to be my MOH because well, she's my best friend and I was the MOH at her wedding. So I had that one down...but then I had three more spots to fill and I knew I wanted them to...

winnipegwriter, Jan 14, 2014 23 288
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Cheap Alcohol Ideas for Drink Fountain
Tara, on January 13, 2014 at 2:31 PM

Hey guys, so I bought this drink fountain and I thought it would be really cool to have it during cocktail hour. I want to put a mix drink of some sort in it. preferably a blue color drink. Any ideas...

Tara, Jan 13, 2014 11 3,488
Mrs. Noratel
Bird cage card holder completed! *pic*
Mrs. Noratel, on January 13, 2014 at 2:09 PM

So today I completed our card holder. Probably took me about an hour and a half to complete. I think I did a pretty good job. Yesterday we painted the plaque on it white and I painted the letters and...

Terry, Jan 13, 2014 16 78
SoontobeMRS.H
What exactly is a DOC?
SoontobeMRS.H, on September 8, 2013 at 10:21 PM

I know it stands for Day of Coordinator but what exactly does this person do? Our venue provides a DOC but I am confused as to should I still hire a wedding planner/DOC to set up, break down, bring my...

Rachael, Jan 13, 2014 9 431
Courtney
I need skeleton keys!
Courtney, on February 3, 2012 at 11:48 AM

I have looked...and looked...and looked...and just cannot find enough in the style(s) I like and the size. I have looked at craft stores and etsy and pages n pages of google and ebay and craigslist. I...

Steve, Jan 13, 2014 18 277
Babebet
DIY Centerpieces: How much did you spend?
Babebet, on January 10, 2014 at 9:11 PM

I'm making my own centerpieces, (kind of regretting that...) and am wondering how much you averaged on your centerpieces. What did they look like? And non-DIYers how much did you spend and what did...

Samantha, Jan 11, 2014 13 293
Tiffany
Need help with placecard ideas please!
Tiffany, on January 10, 2014 at 2:46 PM

Ok, so I'm thinking about forgoing the usual idea of individual placecards. I'm worried about them blowing away (outside wedding), and also I have no idea how they work.. Does someone stand there and...

Nancy Taussig, Jan 10, 2014 12 490
Future Mrs N
Poems for Bathroom Baskets
Future Mrs N, on January 7, 2014 at 10:31 PM

I know I have seen some really cute poems and signs for the bathroom baskets but I can not seem to find any right now. Can someone share theirs?

Bride, Jan 8, 2014 5 442
L
Best place to print inserts for wedding invitations
Loretta, on January 6, 2014 at 10:33 AM

I had to create my own insert for the wedding invitations because I needed it double sided and all the inserts I could order were one-sided. The inserts have accommodation information and website info...

Chris MacDonald, Jan 7, 2014 4 295
NLeo
Inexpensive cake server and toasting flutes set
NLeo, on January 6, 2014 at 10:08 AM

Does anyone know where I can find an inexpensive set of cake servers and toasting glasses? I've looked on etsy, amazon, ebay, oriental trading and more. I was hoping to spend no more than $30...

smithereens, Jan 6, 2014 16 127
M
Small Wedding Venue in Wash DC area?
Margaret , on January 5, 2014 at 7:43 PM

I am looking for a location for a small ceremony and reception in the greater Washington DC area. (Total 25 Guests) Has anyone had a ceremony or know of a location that could accommodate the small...

Renesha Gooding, Jan 6, 2014 8 220 1
Jess & Sean
Submersible Fake Flowers for Aisle
Jess & Sean, on January 5, 2014 at 5:27 PM

Thanks for any help in advance! For my wedding aisles, I am looking to do sets of three cylinder vases filled with water, floating candles, and submersible flowers. My colors are pink and white, sod I...

Blondie123, Jan 6, 2014 9 1,090
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what does your wedding day timeline look like?
Dyanne, on January 5, 2014 at 12:16 AM

Hello! I am having a morning wedding with a brunch reception. With the wedding 10 months away im really starting the planning. Yay! So I am wondering what does your day look like? Already married or...

Dyanne, Jan 5, 2014 18 319
SnappyLove2015
Friends Flowers - What to Charge
SnappyLove2015, on January 2, 2014 at 2:37 PM

A Co-workers FDIL asked if I would do her Bouquets and boutonnieres for her wedding in February. I have done several bouquets and such in the past for a few family members but never charged them to do...

Jaime R., Jan 4, 2014 13 1,629
milica
I'm doing my own music; no DJ!
milica, on September 30, 2013 at 9:35 PM

Ok, so I have decided that I'm going to do my own music on an ipod. My venue has speakers throughout so i can plug my ipod in and simply press play. I figured it's one less expense and I'm going to...

Alishia Joubert, Jan 3, 2014 22 1,107
MrsClark13
So you're going to sit through a wedding pamphlet
MrsClark13, on January 3, 2014 at 6:15 PM

I was planning on making these pamphlets and I was wondering if any of you ladies had some ideas on what i could write in them (:

MrsClark13, Jan 3, 2014 9 1,180
Angel
6,000 rose petals
Angel, on January 2, 2014 at 10:48 AM

I know this may sound a little crazy, but is 6,000 rose petals really alot? I want my aisle runner to be bordered with rose petals. My aisle is about 34 feet. and I want it to look thick. I know the...

Marisa-in-Love, Jan 2, 2014 7 90
E
36" Balloons for center pieces? Inspiration PIC included
Elizabeth, on September 5, 2013 at 11:15 AM

I Absolutely Love the idea of the balloons our reception area have 26 foot ceilings and I want to totally do the 1 balloon over each table with lace and like a navy and a coral ribbon to hide the...

Celebrations, Dec 31, 2013 10 190
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