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Kay
Where to buy bulk hotel welcome gift bags
Kay, on July 2, 2018 at 6:57 PM

We are wanting to put welcome gift bags in our guests hotel rooms. Any suggestions where we can buy online in bulk for the best price? We are going to tie on a welcome card or maybe add on a welcome...

Sara, Jul 3, 2018 31 3,123
Tiffany
Chair Cover Question
Tiffany, on June 22, 2018 at 11:53 AM

So, chair covers are not optional for me lol. The venue is beautiful but the banquet chairs they have are not and renting different ones is pricey.The problem is, aside from being ugly, they are also...

Tiffany, Jul 1, 2018 20 862
queenbee
Flowers from Costco
queenbee, on February 14, 2018 at 12:46 PM

So FH and I are currently in the process of ordering the flowers and decor for our wedding. We originally started with a budget of $2000 max (which I still think is ridiculous for flowers), and...

The Dubs, Jun 29, 2018 10 1,767 1
Talia
Looking for a funny/punny hashtag
Talia, on June 26, 2018 at 1:11 AM

Help please! we want a funny or pun-driving hashtag. My name (bride) is Talia (prounounced Tal-ya) Jefferson and he is Leon Johnson. We also have a dog named Shaka if that helps give more options. Any...

Chris, Jun 28, 2018 6 4,050
LoLita
~WILL YOU BE MY BRIDESMAID?~ ideas for boxes
LoLita, on October 31, 2013 at 2:21 PM

Hello ladies! I want to make Bridesmaids boxes... 1: How soon should I give them? (considering they already know ) 2: What should I put in it? 3: this will totally be DIY If you did boxes, PLEASE...

Kristen, Jun 26, 2018 37 11,702
Kristen
Wine brands?
Kristen, on June 9, 2017 at 12:24 PM

This may be a dumb question but here goes.... My venue isn't allowed to provide alcohol; they only have the license to serve it, which means I have to bring in my own. Hey, it saves me money! We're...

Meghan, Jun 25, 2018 36 1,103
Gen
What name do you put in the return address for invites?
Gen, on June 15, 2018 at 9:59 AM

Writing both of our names for the return address label seems way too excessive but I feel like it’d be weird to just write one or the other! What did you guys do for this?

Stephany, Jun 24, 2018 33 2,402
Brittany
Corsage alternative?
Brittany, on June 21, 2018 at 11:58 AM

Help! We're doing boutonnieres for our dads and I don't want to leave the moms out. That being said, my mom feels like corsages are dated, and I have to agree. Any ideas on what we could do as an...

Tiffany, Jun 22, 2018 17 5,666
A
Hiding battery pack for fairy lights
Anna, on April 2, 2018 at 6:42 AM

Hi all! long story short i’m making our centerpieces. we are using an assortment of cleaner liquor bottles & i am trying to think about how to hide the battery packs on fairy lights. we will also...

stephanie, Jun 22, 2018 9 26,226
C
Hashtag Help..
charish, on June 19, 2018 at 9:09 AM

I cant come up with a hashtag I like, so I need some help. Brides name : charish Eschbacher Grooms name : gage maynard Dat of wedding: 8/10/18 Location: valdosta georiga (we live in ohio)

Future Mrs. Jarrett, Jun 21, 2018 5 121
xray12280
Sam's Club flowers review
xray12280, on June 11, 2017 at 10:22 PM

As promised here is my Sam’s Club flower review: I purchased: -wedding collection 33 piece, hot pink, green and orange -gypsophilla million star, 6 bunches -Gerbera Daisies - Fuchsia - 70 Stems The...

Raven, Jun 20, 2018 39 3,764 2
Kimaureen
Sweetheart Table Backdrop
Kimaureen, on September 28, 2017 at 4:18 PM

Has anyone ever done their own backdrop for their sweetheart table? I'm thinking of doing that on my own instead of paying to have it done or just go without. Maybe order the panels on eBay and fix it...

sara, Jun 20, 2018 25 1,941
futurmrslowe
Dying my Veil with Tea & David's Bridal's "off" colors!
futurmrslowe, on June 18, 2018 at 4:46 PM

So just for fun, I bought a veil (David's Bridal WPD19719) off Poshmark for like $40 - I thought the lace would actually be a good match. It turns out the laces matches my dress perfectly --...

Chris, Jun 19, 2018 7 464
J
Floor cover ideas?
Jessica, on June 17, 2018 at 7:07 PM

Hello! We found a park with a 1930’s lodge that we’re considering for our wedding and reception. It’s ADORABLE! Well except for the floor. Does anyone have any ideas on what we can affordably cover...

Jessica, Jun 18, 2018 8 1,143
P
DIY wedding photo booth. which app?
Private User, on March 25, 2015 at 8:32 PM

I've always wanted a photobooth at my wedding. Most importantly, I want it to be as inexpensive as possible. My friend had the wedding booth app at her wedding and it was awesome, but ive read that...

Heather, Jun 18, 2018 6 779
M
DIY Wedding Programs
Mrs. BCS, on July 11, 2012 at 1:31 PM

I am looking for a site that has free wedding program templates. can anyone please help? Thank you

Shannon, Jun 18, 2018 14 3,674
Robyn
i am planning on ordering Costco flowers!
Robyn, on June 13, 2018 at 8:43 PM

I plan on making (with the help of my bridesmaid daughters) bouquets, boutineers, centerpieces, and decor items from hydrangias and baby's breath from Costco. Anyone else? Comments or ideas?

Robyn, Jun 18, 2018 24 907
Sarah
Target Dollar Spot for the Win!
Sarah, on April 18, 2018 at 9:58 PM

Thank you to whoever posted here about all the cute bridal stuff at the Target dollar spot! I’ve been periodically going and snatching whatever i can get my hands on - bridesmaid coozies, mr & mrs...

Amber, Jun 14, 2018 42 2,228
FutureMrsHarris18
Sam's Club and Costco Flowers
FutureMrsHarris18, on June 14, 2018 at 3:23 PM

Hey everyone!! I wanted to know if any of you could share any pictures of your bouqs or arrangements using flowers from Sam's Club and/or Costco??

Smithwicks, Jun 14, 2018 14 588
C
Paper vs Linen Table Napkins
Catherine, on June 13, 2018 at 2:07 PM

Hi! I’m trying to decide if I should buy nice paper napkins or go with linen. I am already planning to use nice disposable plates, glasses, and silverware. I am also planning on doing a buffet style...

Derby, Jun 14, 2018 11 4,314 1
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