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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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Destination Wedding Itinerary and Welcome Letter Template
Faith, on January 6, 2015 at 12:55 PM

Hi, Would anyone happen to know where I can find a cool template for a destination wedding itinerary and welcome letter. I have found so many cool designs on Pinterest, but most of the links provided...

Jo Wheeler, Jan 27, 2021 21 1,136
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Is it rude?
Dani, on January 24, 2021 at 10:46 AM

Is it rude to hire a florist who is doing the bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages but then do your own floral centerpieces? I feel that I could possibly do my own floral centerpieces because our venue...

Judith, Jan 27, 2021 14 509
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Growing your own flowers?
M., on January 22, 2021 at 1:58 PM

Hello, hello! I'm attempting to grow my own flowers for my wedding this summer (early July) and have been freaking out/excited on and off since I made the decision lol. I'm just curious if anyone else...

M., Jan 24, 2021 18 320
Maria
Using pre made flower bouquet from store?
Maria, on January 23, 2021 at 11:55 PM

Hi, I’ve seen other discussions about buying flowers from grocery stores for diy boutiques. I’m wondering what if I got a pre made bouquet from Whole Foods or Costco, cleaned up the leaves on the...

Michelle, Jan 24, 2021 3 168
Traci
diy dj
Traci, on January 22, 2021 at 5:41 AM

I am considering a Spotify playlist in place of a DJ. Our venue, which is relaxed and rustic, has audio equipment provided. While researching, I found that most laments were that creating the playlist...

Sharonda, Jan 22, 2021 4 162
Mckinzie
Macrame Wedding Backdrop diy
Mckinzie, on October 28, 2020 at 10:06 PM

Does anyone have experience with making your own macrame backdrop? I absolutely love the idea but buying one for $200 is out of our budget. I completely understand why they're priced this way...

Laura, Jan 22, 2021 6 787
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More diy boho decor!
Rayna, on January 21, 2021 at 8:10 PM

Hi ladies and gems. Just thought I’d share more DIY wedding decor I’m doing. I’m getting married March 5, 2022. I’ve started browsing thrift stores for cute decor items and today I found all these...

Rayna, Jan 22, 2021 4 236
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Save the date in Spanish
Andrea, on January 20, 2021 at 1:44 PM

Hey everyone one. So I have been having trouble finding a website that offers the save the date in Spanish. If anyone one has any recommendations I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you

Michelle, Jan 20, 2021 7 147
Sylvia
diy wedding invitations!?
Sylvia, on January 19, 2021 at 2:21 PM

Hi all! So I’ve been looking into wedding invitations that suit my vision or theme and I can’t seem to find anything I like. And if I do, they cost over 300 dollars! (Why are weddings so expensive!?...

Dana, Jan 20, 2021 7 219 1
Cassi
Engagement keepsakes ☺️
Cassi, on January 9, 2021 at 2:18 AM

I want to hold onto a lot of things from our engagement. Even once were married-I’m sentimental-what are some ideas or things you are doing/creating it have done/created to always remember those days...

Cassi, Jan 20, 2021 34 280
Heaven
Horse Trailer turned into a mobile bar
Heaven, on January 20, 2021 at 8:32 AM

Hi everyone! We recently bought a used horse trailer in hopes to turn it into a mobile bar for our bartenders to serve out of. We need to redo the flooring, paint it, and convert it into an...

Jessica, Jan 20, 2021 4 1,453 1
Stacy
diy favors
Stacy, on January 19, 2021 at 12:44 AM

Not a crafty person but seriously considering purchasing a Label maker or cricut maker to label favors. Planning a destination wedding and the welcome bag is getting pricy having to purchase...

Yasmine, Jan 20, 2021 9 178
Anie
Diying my veil...and adding to train!
Anie, on January 18, 2021 at 7:23 PM

Does anyone have experience adding extra lace to their train? My dress is a big princess dress and has a beautiful train; however it doesn't have any sheer lace with applique that trails off and I...

Becky, Jan 19, 2021 7 146
Mary
Wedding Flowers
Mary, on November 12, 2020 at 7:36 PM

Anyone else finding that flowers really break the budget? I just got the estimate from our florist, and as much as I love everything we discussed and planned, it is just way out of my budget. My...

Anie, Jan 18, 2021 32 727 3
Michelle
Groomsmen’s Gifts
Michelle, on January 15, 2021 at 8:18 PM

I’ve been asking my fiancé what he wanted to give his groomsmen as a thank you gift. He has no clue so Pinterest & Etsy to the rescue! Got the jars at Walmart for $1.98, the peanuts &...

CountryBride, Jan 16, 2021 6 266 1
Sandy
More Origami Flowers
Sandy, on January 15, 2021 at 5:17 PM

Finished the groom side. I made the corsages for my husband mother and his grandmothers. Of course, the boutonnieres for the groom and his father.

Katie, Jan 15, 2021 7 129
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DIY Flowers Success!
Tammy, on August 30, 2015 at 10:44 AM

I ordered from three separate floral wholesalers for my daughter's wedding (Fifty Flowers, Whole Blossoms and Sam's Club). I had specific flowers that my daughter wanted and went with the less...

Michelle, Jan 15, 2021 29 809 1
Elizabeth
diy Ceremony Backdrop Ideas
Elizabeth, on January 13, 2021 at 3:45 PM

My fiancé and I are getting married at my home church. It is a little outdated, so I'd like some suggestions for wedding backdrops. I don't want to hire anybody, so if you have ideas for DIY or a...

Michelle, Jan 15, 2021 8 2,880 1
Erin
Save the dates
Erin, on December 29, 2020 at 10:52 AM

I created this save the date and I'm not sure how I feel about it. We aren't getting engagement photos till April and we are sending out our save the dates in February. Does this look okay? My sister...

Semaj, Jan 14, 2021 32 512 1
Chantelle
Round Circle Arch Help
Chantelle, on January 13, 2021 at 4:18 PM

Hi anyone have experience with decorating their own metal circle/round arch with faux florals? What will I need to keep the florals/greenery on the arch? So of course I will need the florals/greenery...

Chantelle, Jan 14, 2021 6 372
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