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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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Brittany
More wedding projects done!
Brittany, on September 18, 2020 at 7:51 PM

One of my sweet bridesmaids did the welcome mirror and I did the hangers this evening. Found a 5 pack for 5 dollars and a 3 dollar paint pen vs 75.00 on Etsy. Happy budget bride right here!

Lynnie, Sep 21, 2020 5 219 2
Theresa
diy self photo booth
Theresa, on September 20, 2020 at 3:29 PM

I want a photo both and I have heard of making them your self but no idea except for Pinterest where to start and I’m not really getting anything where so far, if you have or had your own or any...

Melle, Sep 20, 2020 4 99 2
Elaine
Virtual guestbook idea?
Elaine, on September 9, 2020 at 2:38 PM

I realized yesterday, looking over our expenses for our scaled down wedding, that we don't have a guestbook. First thought, was to go amazon.com and see what's available and then I talked to my fiance...

Elaine, Sep 14, 2020 4 320 1
Jill
diy Win - Ling’s Moment
Jill, on January 20, 2020 at 10:15 AM

This weekend my future mother in law made my bouquet! I bought pre-made bouquets for the bridesmaids. Super happy with how it all turned out and I recommend it for any bride looking to save money!...

Johanna, Sep 9, 2020 13 1,006 2
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Music for a backyard wedding
Samantha, on September 1, 2020 at 11:00 AM

Hello Beautiful Brides, I am having a backyard wedding since my May wedding had to be postponed. I am looking to save money and not have a DJ. Did others go this route? If so, what did you use to play...

Jessica, Sep 1, 2020 6 857
Leslie
Outdoor setup
Leslie, on March 10, 2018 at 7:36 AM

Hello all! I am wondering if anyone has brilliant ideas or advice for me when it comes to setting up for my outdoor, backyard wedding. We are on a very tight budget so both ceremony and reception will...

Kathy, Sep 1, 2020 30 1,060
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Hand sanitizer favor
Sammy, on August 8, 2020 at 11:45 AM

I’m working on putting together this hand sanitizer wedding favor and think it turned out great! 2oz hand sanitizers ordered from Walmart.com. They are sold in boxes of 6 for $7.00. Designed...

Tata, Aug 14, 2020 25 941 9
Gen
Polaroid guest book?
Gen, on April 2, 2019 at 11:05 AM

I already have a Polaroid camera and I feel like it would be really cool to have people take pictures and put them in our guest book. But I’m concerned that either no one will do it, or that people...

Katie, Aug 11, 2020 11 1,323
Molly
What is your favorite Diy?
Molly, on August 6, 2020 at 12:23 PM

Hey all! Last night I finished up the rest of my DIYs and I wanted to share my favorite thing I made for my wedding. All it cost me was $3.00! One picture frame (for the glass), two foam blocks...

Molly, Aug 10, 2020 25 319
Deanna
Advice on what to use on our wood lettering guest book
Deanna, on April 29, 2015 at 9:54 AM

So the FH came up with using those 12 inch long and 1/2 inch thick wood letters you get from Pat Catans for our guest book. We are using the cutouts of a C, D, and &. Just curious if any one has any...

Nicole, Jul 29, 2020 12 2,274
Justinj
Wedding Invite Covid-19 Card Message
Justinj, on July 12, 2020 at 12:00 AM

Hello! I was just wondering if anybody has come up or found anywhere a small message to include with your invitation just to kind of inform people about the precautions that are being taken on the...

, Jul 14, 2020 10 324 1
Allie
Ink Color for Dark Blue Envelopes
Allie, on July 11, 2020 at 7:44 PM

Hello! I am getting ready to address our Save The Dates- the envelope is a beautiful dark dusty blue where black ink will not work well. Any suggestions on what color/brand pen or thin marker I should...

Lynnie, Jul 13, 2020 9 995
Megan
DIY Eucalyptus Garland
Megan, on August 20, 2017 at 6:44 PM

Looking to make my own eucalyptus garland for 10 long tables. Each table will have about 4 ft. of garland. I am mixing seeded and silver dollar eucalyptus. Has anyone DYI'ed their own garland? How...

Katie, Jul 8, 2020 36 30,988 2
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Beauty and the beast Centerpieces
Catherine, on May 13, 2018 at 11:40 PM

Hi everyone. Just wanted to know if anyone knows where u can find plastic or glass domes for my beauty and the beast enchanted rose centerpieces? I've found some but they're really expensive. Thanks.

Tori, Jul 7, 2020 10 494
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Destination Wedding - Airbnb Venue and Hotel for guest
Takiyah, on May 23, 2019 at 11:29 AM

I am having a small (40 person) destination wedding in the Caribbean. We were able to find a large villa that will be our venue and provide hotel accommodations for all of our guest. We found this...

Brittaney, Jul 5, 2020 13 322
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Shutterfly
Veronica, on June 30, 2020 at 12:52 PM

I am looking at purchasing a wedding album from Shutterfly. I am looking at their flush amount wedding albums. Has anyone one here purchased one of their flush amount albums? If so, how did it turn...

Gen, Jun 30, 2020 13 2,475 1
KarenO
Please help! Printing save-the-date envelopes at home with Word
KarenO, on September 16, 2017 at 10:52 AM

Hi, I hope someone can help me. I'm trying to print my save-the-date envelopes at home and am having problems. I am using Word and have an inkjet printer. Anyway, I set the page size for the envelopes...

Maureen, Jun 26, 2020 12 2,189
Cherylin
Bridesmaid proposals quarantine style
Cherylin, on June 15, 2020 at 9:33 PM

Anyone have any cute, or clever ways of asking bridesmaids to be in your bridal parry during social distancing? I have three of them who are currently out of state, so any ideas for asking them via...

Cherylin, Jun 20, 2020 16 330 1
Jen
who's the best online wholesale flower supplier?
Jen, on January 17, 2013 at 4:52 PM

I want to DIY my centerpieces and bouquets. Who's the best online wholesaler? I understand that Sam's Club and Costco are great ways to go, but we don't have a car big enough to transport the flowers....

Anna, Jun 3, 2020 25 8,530
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DIY Belly Band - HELP!
sdgher, on June 23, 2015 at 9:36 AM

Ok, has anyone made their own belly bands before? I had everything planned out, cut all the paper, scored it, thought I was on track. I went to start assembling last night and no matter what I do, I...

Krista, May 31, 2020 11 3,333 1
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