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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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Porta Potty?
Samantha, on April 11, 2017 at 1:57 PM

I'm of course having an outdoor wedding and I need some suggestions on which company and styles to look for. Any information helps! Please and thank you a million times.

George, May 7, 2018 20 644
Elisabeth
$500 Wedding
Elisabeth , on April 30, 2018 at 5:26 PM

My fiancé and I are very young and we need to have a really cheap wedding because of other expenses. We’re looking at $500-$1000 wedding. Not including the rings, dress, and suit. PLEASE...

Krystle, May 5, 2018 30 4,015 1
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Hashtag
Kaylie, on May 2, 2018 at 10:50 AM

Need a good hashtag. New last name will be McClellan. We also are getting married in May.

Kaylie, May 3, 2018 5 160
Kaylyn
diy Rustic Bar
Kaylyn, on May 3, 2018 at 2:29 PM

Thought I would share photos of the BEAUTIFUL wood bar that my fiance and his father built. My FIL is an amazing builder. We decided to build the bar for our wedding after seeing the cost of renting...

Mrs. Mecking, May 3, 2018 21 1,293
Jess
DIY wedding arch
Jess, on September 5, 2016 at 8:25 PM

Wedding arch built today just needs a coat of stain. My kids look so excited lol. 19 days to go!!

Cassandra, May 1, 2018 17 21,487
Kayla
Diy selfie / photo booth station
Kayla, on January 15, 2018 at 4:04 AM

Hi guys, I've been debating what to do about a photo booth. There's lots of super cute diy photo backdrops on pinterest with wallpaper and cute picture frames for people to stick their heads through....

Kamaldeep Kaur, May 1, 2018 22 6,997
plangalCG
diy veil: stupid tulle!!!
plangalCG, on April 29, 2018 at 5:35 PM

I decided to make my own veil—out of the tulle from my mom’s veil. It was way too 70s to use as it was. Well it is infuriating to cut! I’m trying to get it even and straight but it is nearly...

Angela, Apr 30, 2018 19 1,622
Tiffany
Manzanita tree branch centerpieces
Tiffany, on April 28, 2018 at 8:00 PM

I am trying to do my own manzinta tree branch centerpieces on a budget. Something gorgeous and doesn’t break the bank but looks like it did. I would love to see your pics and ideas!!

Taylor, Apr 29, 2018 2 372
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Gym Reception
Emily, on April 24, 2018 at 1:37 PM

My wedding is August 4, And we are getting married at our home church, and the reception will be in the gym of the church. It's stressing me out just thinking about the decorations! We are going to...

Lucky, Apr 27, 2018 8 2,318
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Candle Cylinder vase decorations
Esther, on April 25, 2018 at 11:33 AM

I'm trying to be frugal with my wedding decorations, so was considering using the aisle decorations to double as table centerpieces. My wedding is Candle themed, so I want to use pillar candles at...

Lucky, Apr 27, 2018 12 1,207
Summer
diy Unity candle
Summer, on April 24, 2018 at 6:01 PM

Is it easy to attach a ribbon and gemstones to a block candle with a simple glue gun or is there a better technique? Should I attach the gems to the ribbon first or after it's on the candle? I LOVE...

Summer, Apr 25, 2018 3 190
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Save the Date Video Idea!
Sara, on April 3, 2018 at 4:10 PM

The Only Save the Date Wedding Invite Video You Need to Watch

nazim, Apr 24, 2018 6 554
Stephanie
Pros and cons - Wedding Planner
Stephanie, on April 23, 2018 at 3:22 PM

Hey guys! Im just looking for some advice on what you think somw of the pros and cons of doing a wedding yourself vs. Hiring a wedding planner. I plan on having a beach wedding in fl and there are...

futuremrsrichardson, Apr 23, 2018 10 633
Kimberly
diy Florals: Bloominous??
Kimberly, on January 30, 2018 at 3:44 PM

I have searched through these forums and every time this discussion gets left mostly untouched... I am planning on using Bloominous as my florist. I'm really not a florals person but some small nice...

Kimberly, Apr 22, 2018 6 696
KayDwitWill
Fabric Yardage. Tent advice please.
KayDwitWill, on March 18, 2015 at 9:35 AM

I need some serious fabric measurement help and I’m lost on how to solve the math problem. We are doing a tented reception. I want the tent decorated with lights and a little swag. We have decided to...

Addison, Apr 21, 2018 17 13,351 1
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diy Tiffany & Co. Invites
Tywana, on April 19, 2018 at 10:07 PM

Hey everyone! Decided on a Breakfast at Tiffany’s Wedding theme and still want to do things on a budget, so I’m doing the invites myself. I just made a template for an invite I might use. Feel free to...

Tywana, Apr 20, 2018 6 317
Caity
Marvel/dc Bridesmaid Shirts
Caity, on April 17, 2018 at 1:09 AM

Just finished making my girls’ shirts for my Pajama Movie Night Bachelorette Party! (Plus i made my mom&FMIL one too) They chose the Marvel/DC theme lol. S/O to Stickers by Stephanie on Etsy for...

Lynnie, Apr 18, 2018 19 470
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Food Ideas
Penny, on July 14, 2017 at 12:58 AM

Ok so me and my FH are having a buffet style dinner there is roughly 100 people coming to the wedding. We are doing the cooking ourselves and I was wondering if any of my fellow wedding wire peeps can...

Olivia47, Apr 18, 2018 213 2,464
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How to get tulle to attach to a gazebo?
J <3 B, on February 7, 2015 at 12:03 PM

I'd like to decorate the gazebo with tulle for our wedding. How would I get the tulle to stay on the gazebo? Tacks, nails, tape? I'm not sure we're allowed to use tacks or nails. I have to check on...

Danielle, Apr 14, 2018 7 3,362
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Need Help With My Weddibg Hashtag
Jordyn, on April 9, 2018 at 2:01 AM

I am having trouble finding a cute unique hashtag for my wedding in November. My last name is Timmons and my fiancé’s last name is Campos we are having a destination wedding in Hawaii! No idea is a...

Jordyn, Apr 13, 2018 5 152
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