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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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Emily
Making your own wedding accessories
Emily, on June 14, 2021 at 7:26 PM

We are DIYing most of my accessories and bridal/grooms party accessories. Does any one know any places with good deals on fantasy themed items? And where i can find a plain white pirate hat?

Sara, Jun 14, 2021 7 116
D'erricka
Beyond Excited & Nervous
D'erricka, on June 6, 2021 at 10:15 PM

This is my first time being married and to save money we decided to plan it ourselves. But to be honest this makes me nervous. Where do I start?

Elizabeth, Jun 13, 2021 20 268 2
Sarah
Did center pieces
Sarah, on June 4, 2021 at 11:12 PM

What is everyone's opinion on these center pieces. We are doing a theme wedding. Mad Hatters Tea party. No true color scheme bc nothing makes sense in wonderland.

Elizabeth, Jun 13, 2021 28 444 1
Jennifer
Wood slice cake stand
Jennifer, on June 5, 2021 at 9:21 PM

Does anyone who made a raw piece of wood food safe for a cake stand have any tips? We just picked up a raw 5 inch thick slice from a local lumber yard to hopefully use for our cake stand. But since...

Olga, Jun 12, 2021 10 660 1
Britt
Real flowers or artificial flowers for wedding?
Britt, on June 2, 2021 at 12:52 AM

I’m having a hard time deciding if I should get real flowers or artificial flowers ? I am paying for everything for my bridesmaids, wedding etc. I just don’t know which would be a cheaper route, what...

Alexandra, Jun 12, 2021 32 482 2
Jessica
Coasters doubling as seating chart
Jessica, on June 8, 2021 at 5:05 PM

I’m really excited that I found these super cute coasters that sit on top of your drink when you’re dancing! I want to use them also for the seating chart. What should I put them in or on so they...

Lynnie, Jun 11, 2021 8 280 1
Tina & Darren
My diy bouquets
Tina & Darren, on April 13, 2021 at 10:37 AM

My sis in law made all my bouquets for me. Got to love her she did a beauitful job.

Tina & Darren, Jun 11, 2021 13 253 3
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Logistics of diy Appetizers, etc.
Victoria, on June 9, 2021 at 10:19 AM

Hi there! We are planning a wedding with an expected 150 guests. We are trying to stick to our budget and stay as frugal, but also as practical, as possible, by doing what we can ourselves. I have...

Victoria, Jun 9, 2021 10 382
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Sites to Order Fake Flowers?
Nina, on June 2, 2021 at 8:48 AM

Hi ladies! I'm considering using fake flowers at our wedding because it fits a lot easier into our budget. Does anyone know any good sites that I can order them from?

Kate, Jun 6, 2021 15 342 3
Britt
Centerpieces
Britt, on June 4, 2021 at 10:58 PM

My wedding has been changed to semi formal, what are y’all’s opinions on these centerpieces? Feel free to share y’all’s !! I’m getting married in the fall of 2023!!

Britt, Jun 5, 2021 4 223 1
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Silk flowers
Vanessa, on May 28, 2021 at 11:36 PM

Does anyone have any suggestions on where to buy silk flowers in bulk? I am looking for the blush, burgandy combo. I am getting married about 2 hours from where I live so I don't want to try and mess...

Brigette, Jun 2, 2021 7 178
Elizabeth
Program booklets
Elizabeth, on May 25, 2021 at 8:41 PM

For those of you who had programs that were booklets and had several pages, how did you print them? We will need a longer program for my wedding so that people can follow along with the ceremony, but...

Lynnie, May 26, 2021 3 134
Michelle
Show off your diy projects
Michelle, on May 3, 2021 at 8:56 PM

While DIY is not always cheaper, it does give a unique personal touch that you can’t buy from a store. What have you decided to make on your own?

Heather, May 24, 2021 13 540 1
Elizabeth
Guest Book with Photos
Elizabeth, on May 22, 2021 at 4:48 PM

So I decided on a guest book with instax mini photos. Im worried about the pages getting too think with photos and throwing off the book since its not an actual album with space for photos in it. Has...

Natalie, May 24, 2021 5 153 1
Elizabeth
Anyone else growing or diy(ing) fresh wedding flowers?
Elizabeth, on May 19, 2021 at 4:35 PM

I know this is season specific. Mostly a possibility for summer and fall brides. Is it something you're considering? I can't believe I found a bridal mix of dahlias! It has great reviews and I'm...

Elizabeth, May 21, 2021 15 213
Shylee
Pictures
Shylee, on December 3, 2020 at 1:03 PM

So I’m 19 years old I’m getting married dec 28 2021 I don’t wanna spend a lot of money could someone give me some ideas on things I could do my self to save money? It’s also a country wedding in...

Bethany, May 20, 2021 25 627
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Untraditional Guest Book
Veronica, on December 16, 2018 at 12:38 PM

HELP! I am buying a slab of maple wood with live edges on the 21st for my untraditional guest book. I need help determining how to go about sealing it so it doesn’t crack or seperate from the edges,...

Meredith, May 18, 2021 7 669
Ann
Do it yourself
Ann, on May 17, 2021 at 7:54 PM

I finally choose my wedding dress after buying two of them and now all we have to do Is decorate the yard for the big day our cake is paid for and the place where we are getting the hot food is paid...

Lynnie, May 18, 2021 1 141
Nilda
Engagement Photos!
Nilda, on May 14, 2021 at 6:43 PM

So my Fiancé is a Jack of All Trades, he hates that term because he says he hates the "Master or None" part; but I like to finish it with a Master of All because he really is amazing at all he does....

Nilda, May 18, 2021 4 265 1
Healani
I’m my own
Healani, on May 15, 2021 at 11:06 AM

I’m my own wedding planner & coordinator. Because I work on computers in designing, I’m doing my own wedding invitation, RSVP, programs, etc. A year before our wedding I’m gonna start everything...

Jessi, May 17, 2021 3 138
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