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If you’re the hands-on type and want to give your wedding an extra personal touch, in here you'll find ideas, tips and tutorials to design and create your own wedding invitations, decorations and other details…

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Joey
Where do you get your DIY inspo?
Joey, On August 14, 2018 at 09:36

Where does all your best DIY inspiration come from? Pinterest? WeddingWire Real Weddings? Magazines? Long walks around the craft store? Do you dream it up yourself? Photo by Golden Apple Events in...

Robyn, wednesday 7-Nov-18 14 136
Joey
Who do you DIY with?
Joey, On November 2, 2018 at 08:05

Who is your best DIY ally? When you have a big DIY task to complete, who is the first person you call? What are some of the best DIYs you've finished together? Photo from Andrew and Tamela's wedding...

Robyn, wednesday 7-Nov-18 7 78
Stephanie
Buying Linens
Stephanie, On November 6, 2018 at 18:27

Hi All, Starting to realize that buying my own table linens would probably be cheaper and I could potentially resale them. I would be curious to know if anyone has ever ordered from www.cvlinens.com....

Tori, tuesday 6-Nov-18 1 100
Katelyn
diy Terrariums
Katelyn, On November 3, 2018 at 20:25

We are growing our own succulents for centerpieces. Im trying to find the right terrariums to plant them in but cant find anything inexpensive. Any ideas?

Katelyn, tuesday 6-Nov-18 8 87
Maya
Diy flowers?
Maya, On October 17, 2018 at 05:34

So I am looking for some feedback on doing diy bouquets and boutonnières. I have decided that I want a cascading bouquet like this picture. I have watched a YouTube video and was wondering if it is...

Rachel, tuesday 30-Oct-18 12 237
Lydia
Non-floral aisle/pew markers
Lydia, On October 8, 2018 at 21:27

Hi, I'm looking for alternatives to floral/candle/lantern aisle/pew markers. I don't really like the look of pom poms either, however seem to be the other alternative. Thanks! Lydia

Sharlene, tuesday 30-Oct-18 12 379
Sendims
Invitations - To diy or not?
Sendims, On June 24, 2018 at 15:43

Hi, just wondering what did you all do for your invitations. Did you get them done professionally or did you DIY them? Is there a great difference in cost? Thanks.

Rachel, monday 29-Oct-18 15 216
Joey
DIY day! I want to see some DIYs
Joey, On September 15, 2018 at 14:05

Show me what you're working on, or the completed projects you're most proud of! Photo by Partystock in London

Rachel, monday 29-Oct-18 4 153
Janaya
Wedding Colours
Janaya, On September 28, 2018 at 18:44

Hey! has anyone used the colours Red, Yellow, and White for their wedding? if so, can you send some pictures my way with what you used for decorations on the tables? our flowers will be Red roses,...

Joey, friday 26-Oct-18 2 91
Madara
Looking for tall vases
Madara, On August 21, 2018 at 17:05

Dear ladies, Where can I find tall vases for my wedding. I am looking for 30-45cm tall ones. I need 18 in total but any number helps. Thank you!

Parth, monday 22-Oct-18 8 156
Brittany
How Do You Do It Yourself? - Your Weird diy Methods
Brittany, On October 17, 2018 at 19:50

I'm starting to get the ball rolling with DIY projects for the wedding, and the first thing I did was visit the dollar store (frugal bride, right here)... The second thing I did was make a Photoshop...

Allison, saturday 20-Oct-18 15 218
Rekramer
Trying not to take over the Videographer Thread...
Rekramer, On October 15, 2018 at 16:15

So, I realized I posted a lot on the videographer thread and that's probably annoying so I'm going to say my own piece in a separate post. I initially didn't think a videographer would be worthwhile...

Rekramer, monday 15-Oct-18 57
Marleau
Centerpieces in the Making!
Marleau, On October 12, 2018 at 16:31

Can’t believe we are a week away, so that means it’s finishing touch time ... what do you guys think of them?

Marleau, sunday 14-Oct-18 14 194
Allison
diy signs for Engagement Photos
Allison, On October 9, 2018 at 13:24

Hi Ladies, As promised, here is the finished signs I talked about making last week. It took way longer than I thought it would, basically all long weekend, but I'm pretty happy with the way they...

Allison, thursday 11-Oct-18 21 212
Lydia
Paper flowers bouquet
Lydia, On October 7, 2018 at 21:45

I've been trying to make my own paper flower bouquets. I've been quite pleased with how the flowers turned out but putting them together is very difficult / hard to judge. I have no experience with...

Lydia, wednesday 10-Oct-18 7 123
Sarah
diy Photobooth
Sarah, On October 8, 2018 at 14:34

Hello, my MOH suggested we use her camera and tripod to create our own diy photobooth in our reception. We would likely set up a table with props to use, and can email pictures to guests following the...

BunnyBride, tuesday 9-Oct-18 1 59
Morgane
diy easy outdoor Altar
Morgane, On October 2, 2018 at 00:11

So I am thinking of making/having some sort of altar at my elopement in Banff in February. The ceremony is outside in the snow. I need to think of something I can transport in my car, put up/take down...

Morgane, friday 5-Oct-18 10 122
Jayden
Silk Flower Bouquets
Jayden, On May 16, 2018 at 11:51

I ordered all my flowers from afloral.com they came in super quick! We ordered pre made bouquets, took out some flowers from bridesmaids and added to mine. To make the base thicker we simply hot glued...

Victoria, thursday 4-Oct-18 21 316
Amanda
Cricut machine
Amanda, On September 16, 2018 at 14:31

Hey, other diy brides! Just looking for some opinions on the Cricut machine before making the investment. It would be possibly used for other occasions other than the wedding, as I tend to do diy...

Rekramer, tuesday 2-Oct-18 14 208
Kelly
So I decided to make my own invitation cards.
Kelly, On September 5, 2018 at 12:08

Envelope front, I'm thinking of changing yet but not sure to what design yet.Envelope Back not done yet, there's still one more thing I need to get to put on itRSVP card basically done...unless more...

Bianca, sunday 30-Sep-18 19 262
Cindy
a couple of Diys
Cindy, On August 1, 2018 at 21:25

So I've been tackling some DIYs...a sign for the mantle, the envelope liner for my invitations, wedding wands, a cake topper and the mr and mrs sign for the headtable. I know I'm a little early but I...

Cindy, sunday 30-Sep-18 22 267
K
Diy- what's the best way for fake flowers?
Keri, On August 12, 2018 at 18:25

Hello ladies, I'm renewing my vows in August of 2019. I'm making mine and my daughter flower arrangements but cant decide on which way would be best. Should I do a bracelet or hanging ball off the...

Keri, thursday 27-Sep-18 6 93
Saleya
diy handtied cascading bouquet?
Saleya, On August 5, 2018 at 18:27

Hi all! Me and my mom are going to be doing the bouquets for my wedding day and im looking for tips on cascading bouquet arranging without a holder, as there isn't a whole lot of information online....

Joey, thursday 27-Sep-18 2 102
Emilie
5 original Save the Date ideas
Emilie, On August 4, 2016 at 16:31

Hey wonderful soon-to-weds!! Have you told everyone you were going to get married? Really? Everyone? Here are 5 DIY ideas of Save the Dates to announce your wedding to the people who simply need to be...

Tori, thursday 27-Sep-18 6 164
Catherine
Making your own wedding bouquet
Catherine, On September 15, 2018 at 21:42

So I am pretty craftsy and am good with my hands. I am really tempted to buy wholesale flowers to make my bouquet and centerpieces for a fraction of the cost. I know you need to rehydrate wholesale...

Kaye, thursday 20-Sep-18 8 142
Andrea
diy Backdrop
Andrea, On September 18, 2018 at 16:49

Has anyone done their own DIY backdrop for the head table? Is it achievable? I'm interested in having a drapery style backdrop but worried about costs.

Andrea, thursday 20-Sep-18 12 227
Jillian
diy flowers/decor
Jillian, On September 18, 2018 at 16:22

Where is the best place to get fake flowers/greenery for bouquets/decor etc. Micheals? Hobby Lobby? Afloral.com?

Marleau, thursday 20-Sep-18 3 191
Kelly
Table Number Ideas
Kelly, On June 11, 2018 at 15:56

DIYers...I can't believe how expensive dumb table numbers are! Our colours are dark green and gold. Our venue has these beautiful wood rectangular tables, and we're doing Italian Ruscus down the...

Julia, sunday 16-Sep-18 31 912
Yesenia
Desert themed wedding
Yesenia, On August 4, 2018 at 02:25

Help! I need ideas of how to create my very unique wedding theme. I’ve searched and looking at the hundreds of ideas on Pinterest but I can’t find nothing for an indoor desert wedding decor. I will...

Julia, saturday 15-Sep-18 12 124
E
Opinion on idea to line aisle
Emma, On August 31, 2018 at 15:05

Ok guys I really want to have a candle lit aisle. We are having a winter wedding. But real candles are too dangerous and the fake pillar candles are pricey. I came up with this idea to use mason jars...

Julia, saturday 15-Sep-18 6 98
Jillian
Save the date address
Jillian, On August 30, 2018 at 16:30

When writing your addresses on save the dates, did you use formal etiquette or more casual? EX: Mr. John Smith and Miss Jane Doe or John Smith and Jane Doe or John and Jane ...

Julia, saturday 15-Sep-18 8 87
Kay
diy Wedding Favours!
Kay, On September 8, 2018 at 23:13

Well, my vision came to life! They didn't end up exactly like what I had originally planned, but I think they look adorable. Mochas are my favorite, and King Cole is his. I purchased Tootsie Roll Hot...

Julia, saturday 15-Sep-18 11 201

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