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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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Allie
Sola Flower Help!
Allie, on September 28, 2018 at 10:05 AM

So I think I’m going to try to make my own bouquets out of sola wood flowers. There are plenty of tutorials on how to do it, but I have no idea what flowers to use! Does anyone have any experience or...

Kelly, Oct 3, 2018 4 184
NOLABride2018
diy guestbook globe ❤️
NOLABride2018, on September 28, 2018 at 7:08 PM

Finished up my globe guestbook!! Got it from a flea market for $1 and painted it! Turned out pretty good for a buck! And works really well for a destination wedding I think.

Taylor, Oct 2, 2018 26 506
Jennaya
Is a cricut worth it?
Jennaya, on September 30, 2018 at 12:04 PM

Okay DIY brides what do you think? This is a pretty pricing too but do you think it’s worth it? how have you used it? Are the supplies to use cricut expensive? show me your projects!

Small Lady, Sep 30, 2018 17 1,218
Irchykk
Gladiolus flowers.. Does anyone know anything about them?
Irchykk, on June 17, 2012 at 11:55 PM

My mom wants to seriously do the centerpieces... & as much as I dont want her to, she is not really doing anything else for the wedding, so I finally said OK fine.. well she wants to do the...

Rose, Sep 30, 2018 14 1,088
Kathrine
DIY invitations vs. Printed
Kathrine , on September 20, 2012 at 12:10 PM

Ok, I am super new to this whole concept so I am a little needy when it comes to advice, I apologize lol. I am wondering if it is more cost effective to make invitations oneself or just to have them...

Kat, Sep 29, 2018 24 346
NOLABride2018
Wedding arch diy progress
NOLABride2018, on September 17, 2018 at 2:58 AM

So I mocked up my wedding arch this weekend! I made everything myself and I’ve never done anything like this before, but I think it’s coming together pretty well. The top isn’t finished yet, but...

Luca, Sep 28, 2018 25 524
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Sharpie Ultra fine point markers - in metallic?
Rachel, on August 9, 2018 at 10:58 AM

Help! Does anyone know where to find Sharpie ultra fine point markers in metallic (gold & copper rose) by chance? These are extremely hard to fine in extra fine point, for some reason!

Rebecca, Sep 26, 2018 10 179
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Painting Glass Vases
Celia, on August 10, 2018 at 9:22 PM

I ned to put decorations on some glass vases I bought for centerpieces, but the list of paints I could use is long and I can't find a list on the internet that ranks them all. The tutorials I've found...

Rebecca, Sep 26, 2018 7 134
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Outdoor dance floor ideas?
Elisabeth , on September 25, 2018 at 3:57 PM

My wedding is coming up so much faster than I thought! I am in a bit of a dilemma though. I do not want to pay the outrageous prices of renting a dance floor. I was wondering if anyone had any advice...

Kayla, Sep 26, 2018 5 783
Heather
Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Garland...
Heather, on February 22, 2018 at 11:56 PM

Is there some magical fairy that bestows silver dollar eucalyptus upon those who do a special dancasdfjkl;ndwt~~~~~ LOL seriously though! What is the deal with the specific kind of eucalyptus! I...

Stacey, Sep 26, 2018 29 6,580
Erin
How many to a 8 foot table?
Erin, on May 15, 2017 at 10:09 AM

I have 8 foot tables, I'm gonna put them in rows. Do you put 4 on a side or 5?

Denise, Sep 25, 2018 10 27,454
Jennifer
Looking for 10 sets of 3 Cylinder Vases for CHEAP
Jennifer, on March 13, 2014 at 12:40 PM

Does anyone in southeast Michigan know where I can find cheap cylinder vases in sets of 3? Example: 6", 7.5" & 10" vases for each table. The cheapest I can find is $99 for a set of 12. I know...

Nicole, Sep 25, 2018 17 2,891
Cindy
Fake or Real Flowers???
Cindy, on June 23, 2016 at 8:41 PM

I'm kinda tossed between getting fake flowers and making my own arrangements (cheaper) or real flowers (more expensive & die) Your thoughts??

Melissa O', Sep 24, 2018 28 580
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Do bridal bouquets have to have greenery/filler
Katlynn, on September 24, 2018 at 2:45 PM

I am currently working on bouquets for myself and 8 bridesmaids. I am using sola wood flowers. This is a picture of bridesmaids bouquet, mine will be similar but larger. My grandma said I have to have...

Katlynn, Sep 24, 2018 11 521
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Repurposing diy Arbor after wedding
Ashley, on September 23, 2018 at 7:39 AM

Hi All! So my dad was kind enough to build us an arbor for our ceremony (10/4/18) when he found out we were going to rent one. The only problem I have now is what to do with it when we're finished....

Laura, Sep 23, 2018 7 1,526
Mrs. León
S'more Love Wedding Favors
Mrs. León, on August 31, 2015 at 3:58 PM

Is anyone doing the S'more Love wedding favors that you see on Pintrest? I've been thinking about doing this and was wondering how much to put in each bag and what type of bag to use. Any input would...

Brenda, Sep 23, 2018 21 6,186
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Printing Envelopes yourself...any advice
hibiscus0317, on September 27, 2017 at 6:12 PM

Does anyone have any advice about printing envelopes addresses yourself? I've been trying to do it through Adobe Indesign and my printer, but my printer keeps on messing up and putting the text either...

Natalie, Sep 22, 2018 17 470
Alicia
Cookie place cards!
Alicia, on September 16, 2018 at 1:00 PM

So happy with how these came out! Just the beginning of thr baked goods i'll be making for my wedding 😁 i'll add the table numbers the week of the wedding after I take them out to thaw.

Rebecca, Sep 19, 2018 62 1,269
DC Julie
Free Wedding Mad Libs
DC Julie, on May 26, 2014 at 5:28 PM

I discovered a few fun fonts and finally finished the Mad Libs for our wedding. I am happy to share the Word Doc and/or PDF with other brides and grooms. Either connect with me and message me your...

Kelecia, Sep 14, 2018 47 626
seda
Silica gel to preserve flowers - paging Kentucky wine bride & centerpiece flowers!
seda, on January 24, 2017 at 10:57 PM

I cannot remember who, but someone had posted their finished product of using Silica Gel to preserve their flowers. I hope she is still around and will see the post! My wedding is on a Saturday and I...

IslandBride88, Sep 13, 2018 18 196
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