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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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Sine
Favors I'm making
Sine, on January 13, 2022 at 12:17 PM

I decided to make some lipbalms for my guests! I make soaps and lipbalms and sell them on BigCartel and I decided why not make them for my wedding too? I love crafting. I ordered my supplies from...

Sine, Jan 14, 2022 3 80
Alyssa
Fake Cake??
Alyssa, on January 9, 2022 at 6:25 PM

It’s not perfected yet, but would you be able to tell that this is a fake cake?? The actual cake is styrofoam and it’s from Etsy!

Kristen, Jan 14, 2022 9 300 1
KLevesque
DIY boutonnieres?
KLevesque, on March 10, 2014 at 11:50 PM

I see that people are going to be making their own boutonnieres to save money. I'd LOVE to do this as well but I was wondering where everyone was getting their supplies and ideas from?

Sine, Jan 13, 2022 10 1,075
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Family heirloom
Makenzie, on December 30, 2021 at 10:42 PM

I have my late grandfathers watch that he wore everyday and would like to incorporate it in my wedding somehow. It’s old and falling apart so it’s nothing that could be worn. Any ideas on how I could...

Leslie, Jan 12, 2022 6 134
Hilary
Tips for planning an OUTDOOR wedding? (with zero power outlets)
Hilary, on August 8, 2015 at 1:12 PM

Hi! I'm looking for tips when it comes to hosting an outdoor wedding! I currently reside in Southern California, smack dab in the middle between LA county and San Diego County. I’m getting married in...

Perla, Jan 11, 2022 36 4,439 1
Shelby
Recoloring flameless candles?
Shelby, on January 6, 2022 at 6:32 PM

I'm wanting to use flameless candles for my wedding but I'm not finding many in the colors I want. I'm wondering if anyone as had any luck recoloring them by any means. If you painted them what kind...

Samantha, Jan 8, 2022 2 1,515
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diy Invitations
Amy, on December 6, 2021 at 9:38 PM

I’m looking for recommendations on sites where I can create my own invitation and have them printed or for ideas on how to do it the least expensive way.

Kimberly, Jan 7, 2022 17 338 3
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Own Videographer?
Jess, on December 6, 2021 at 11:34 AM

I've been going back and forth a lot on if I want a videographer. My FH doesn't want one, he says pictures are all the same, and I don't agree. However, I really only want the ceremony! I don't care...

Chelsea, Jan 7, 2022 8 206
Christina
Cheap Bridesmaid Proposal Box Gifts
Christina, on December 28, 2021 at 5:00 PM

Any ideas on where to get cheap gifts for bridesmaid proposal boxes? Maybe tiny candles, face masks, lip balm, hair scrunchies? I'm going to have at least 7 bridesmaids so I'm trying to avoid breaking...

Chelsea, Jan 7, 2022 6 383
Cynthia
My first time getting married nervous but excited
Cynthia, on January 5, 2022 at 7:46 PM

Did anyone else have butterflies on or before their wedding day

Kristen, Jan 7, 2022 3 88
Jennifer
Extra Postage for Bow "bump"
Jennifer, on January 5, 2022 at 12:53 PM

I've finished stuffing and putting a single "Forever" stamp on my Save the Dates. After some Googling on how to mail these in at the post office (for hand-cancelling), I just read that the extra...

JA, Jan 6, 2022 12 2,163
Sarah
Made my own “find your seat sign”
Sarah, on December 14, 2021 at 12:14 PM

I literally am to harsh on myself and find the tiniest mistakes lol so how does this look? 🤗

Sarah, Jan 4, 2022 10 357
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Best place to print Save The Dates
Molly, on November 29, 2017 at 8:45 AM

Where is the best place to print out your save the dates? A friend of mine is a graphic designer and he offered to design them for me for free but I need a place to print them all off. Any advice on...

Courtney, Jan 4, 2022 8 2,939
Alyssa
diy Bouquets!
Alyssa, on December 29, 2021 at 3:31 PM

I just finished my bouquet and 2/3 of my bridesmaids’ bouquets! I’m using sola wood flowers and I love how they turned out, but only from the top. How do I make the sides/underneath look better?? I...

Courtney, Jan 4, 2022 4 202
Chrysten
diy Everything
Chrysten, on December 28, 2021 at 8:53 PM

After having to push back our wedding plans twice now we find ourselves on a sliver-thin budget. What are some DIY centerpieces and decorations that you can suggest from things we may already have at...

Elizabeth, Jan 2, 2022 15 343 2
Yoselin
Welcome Sign
Yoselin, on December 31, 2021 at 1:50 AM

Hey! I need some ideas on how I could possibly DIY my “Welcome to our wedding” sign. I would really appreciate it ladies. Thank You!

Samantha, Jan 2, 2022 10 463 3
Heather
Best Marker for Writing on Mirrors?
Heather, on March 23, 2019 at 8:34 PM

I’m looking for advice on the best markers for writing on a mirror. I want something permanent enough that it won’t come off when I’m transporting it to the venue or if somebody bumps into it or...

Juliet, Jan 1, 2022 14 13,798
I am his Roc!
Acrylic Wedding Invitations
I am his Roc!, on June 14, 2018 at 4:48 PM

Does anyone have any idea how to DIY the acrylic wedding invitations?? I have been searching the internet day after day and no luck!!!!! I don't see any tutorials..... I love to DIY!!!!! I need...

Kaila, Dec 30, 2021 75 29,811 3
Josi
Cricut Wedding Projects
Josi, on December 1, 2021 at 8:42 AM

I am strongly considering buying the new cricut for wedding (and other) projects. I am planning on using it for acrylic escort cards, foiling invitations, personalized gifts, and signage. Would you...

Michelle, Dec 30, 2021 13 589 3
Lucia
Attaching flowers to an arch?
Lucia, on March 14, 2019 at 12:12 PM

Hi all! I’m wanting to attach flowers and greenery to an arch that we’ll be renting from or venue. They’ll be real flowers and greenery, and from the internet I’ve identified that I’ll need to use...

Sara, Dec 30, 2021 13 34,575 5
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