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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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Summer
DIY toasting flutes
Summer, on April 29, 2012 at 10:21 PM

I'm thinking of just buying some cheap walmart toasting glasses and decorating them myself, but havent found any ideas I like so far. Has anyone done this and has pictures to share? Or any ideas to...

Kate, Sep 28, 2013 13 822
Julie
Craft paper that looks like lace?
Julie, on September 26, 2013 at 2:31 PM

Does anyone know where I can find craft paper that looks like lace? or square paper doilies? Preferrably not online, because If I do go through with my idea I'll need it soon. (It's for invitation...

Celia Milton, Sep 26, 2013 9 143
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Post card save the dates
Blessed.com, on September 23, 2013 at 11:53 AM

What is your take on it? Do you think it's tacky? My fiance and I am on a smart/tight budget. Does anyone have pics??/ Please share!! THANKS A BUNCH!!!

Charmae, Sep 24, 2013 21 1,348
ItsGoodToBeKing
Harry Potter-themed Bridal Shower
ItsGoodToBeKing, on September 16, 2013 at 9:19 PM

I am MOH for a Halloween bride and she decided that she wanted a 25-person Harry Potter-themed bridal shower. I am hosting it in my parentsʻ big backyard with 4 tables for the 4 Hogwarts houses and...

Nicole S. (formerly, Sep 19, 2013 25 463
T.
DIY Beach Wedding Sandals!!!!
T., on September 18, 2013 at 8:19 AM

I got so excited when I found this video! For all of you ladies having beach weddings, consider these! I can't wait to do this project!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zr1ldiLCd-U

T., Sep 18, 2013 12 83
Tiiffaannyyy
DIY Coffee Sleeves?! =)
Tiiffaannyyy, on September 17, 2013 at 2:47 PM

Hello everyone! I have come up with another possible DIY project to "pretty up" my plain cups. First, does anyone know if it's better (safer) to serve drinks (both hot & cold) in paper or plastic...

Tiiffaannyyy, Sep 17, 2013 8 170
Maureen
DIY popcorn bar
Maureen, on September 11, 2013 at 3:45 PM

So I wanted to do a late night snack for my guests. Our cocktail hour starts at 5pm, dinner at 6pm, then our reception goes until midnight. I looked into chocolate fountains but was blown away by the...

Maggie N, Sep 16, 2013 15 2,581
Melissa
How did you or will you decorate your Wedding Arch?
Melissa, on September 15, 2013 at 9:20 AM

I got one of those pre-lit wedding arches that you see in Michaels but got mine off of Craigslist from another bride selling hers for just $10. Now I'm trying to figure out how to decorate it....

Danielle, Sep 15, 2013 8 265
Megan
Hobby Lobby- What are your must haves?
Megan, on September 13, 2013 at 3:05 PM

Never been to Hobby Lobby... debating driving to one tomorrow (about 45 min away). What are your must haves from Hobby Lobby that I should check out? thanks~

Megan, Sep 15, 2013 21 596
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Wedding without a day-of coordinator
Anna Rica, on September 12, 2013 at 7:01 PM

Hi I am new to this wedding and even creating a discussion board. My wedding is basically DIY. But I still don't know how the wedding itself would flow without a wedding coordinator. Who would tell...

Mrs H in the Making, Sep 12, 2013 8 1,336 1
Lauren
DIY gift registry - is it possible?
Lauren, on September 10, 2013 at 1:11 PM

I don't like the way gift registries work. The guests have to buy the particular item at that particular store, which may not be in their city; or, the item may be on sale at a different store that...

kristin, Sep 12, 2013 7 861
GoodMorning Love
When did Mirrors become so expensive
GoodMorning Love, on September 11, 2013 at 1:40 PM

I wanted to purchase 60 inch round mirrors to go on the tables.. But they are so freaking expensive.. and there isn't a place in NC that rents them ((((( .. I really wanted mirrors, candles and a lot...

Nancy Taussig, Sep 12, 2013 10 680
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Tented Reception - Floor tennis court?
Michelle, on September 10, 2013 at 2:51 PM

Hi All, My fiance and I are having our wedding at a home and I'm not sure about tenting the tennis court for our reception. The homeowners are ok with it, but it is a clay court, very hard clay, but...

Brian King, Sep 11, 2013 1 160
Love Is Real
Doing the pee pee dance with wedding dress on
Love Is Real, on September 9, 2013 at 1:32 PM

For those of you that have big poofy dresses this link will save you the embarrassment of having 5 people hold your dress while you tinkel http://offbeatbride.com/2013/08/how-to-pee

Love Is Real, Sep 9, 2013 6 144
Mrs.Rebeiro
Mason Jar Favors - - Opinions Please!!!
Mrs.Rebeiro, on June 11, 2013 at 2:25 PM

OK so I am DIY'ing almost all of my wedding which I think you all know... I am ordering plain mason type drinking jars (with handles) online and my step mother (who is uber crafty) is going to either...

Mrs.Rebeiro, Sep 5, 2013 31 309
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How to thank someone for a very large wedding gift.
Mrs. L., on September 3, 2013 at 1:56 PM

I am trying to write my thank you's for my wedding, and I am unsure how to thank people that gave extremely generous monetary gifts (we're talking $500 ). I do not want to use the standard...

Samantha, Sep 3, 2013 10 4,810
aec2003
Make save the date postcards
aec2003, on August 30, 2013 at 7:43 PM

I'm thinking about using postcards for save the dates since postage would be cheaper. I know how to use Photoshop to make a card, but I'm wondering about a postcard. Are there certain...

David, Sep 1, 2013 14 1,098
dragonfly726
Where to get cheap rose petals for FG
dragonfly726, on September 21, 2011 at 1:00 PM

All along, I had planned to have my 3 FGs toss fall leaves instead of rose petals, and I even preserved some last fall. Looking through my stuff, I really don't think I have enough leaves for 3 FGs. I...

Candles, Aug 31, 2013 12 3,049
Ashley
FAKE ROSE PETALS?!?!?!
Ashley, on September 22, 2011 at 8:11 PM

I am making my own aisle runner and i need a ton of rose petals, anyone know of a good place to buy in bulk for cheapest price?? HELP!

Candles, Aug 31, 2013 22 1,051
Private User
Disney Themed Wedding
Private User, on April 24, 2012 at 8:01 PM

My guy and I are wanting a Disney themed wedding, but we are unable to afford a Disney World wedding. Our wedding is in about a year in advance, but does anybody have any suggestions as to how we can...

andreas, Aug 29, 2013 52 1,847
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