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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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Rekramer
Chocolate fondue help
Rekramer, On April 10, 2018 at 14:22

Hi all, we are doing a chocolate fondue for the late night. We bought our own fountain and I’m planning to make my own chocolate for the fountain. Anyone ever made chocolate for a chocolate fountain...

Geneviève, wednesday 11-Apr-18 2 316
Valerie
Favours
Valerie, On November 6, 2016 at 19:23

I made one of the favour boxes I was thinking about doing. .. solidified that decision! I LOVE THEM!!!!! Show me your weekend projects! Favour Box Favour Box

Becky, tuesday 10-Apr-18 27 293
Valerie
2 more centerpieces down!
Valerie, On March 6, 2017 at 09:11

Making my last few centerpieces has been ... slow going. 2 were FH's job (and he's procrastinated BIG TIME) and 1 I had to trial and error my way through so I keep putting it aside for a bit when...

Cindy, tuesday 3-Apr-18 28 251
Lyla
Ceiling clips
Lyla, On March 29, 2018 at 04:47

What kind of ceiling clip did/ are you using to hang your string lights? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Lyla, tuesday 3-Apr-18 9 125
Kat
Security ring decal needed
Kat, On March 21, 2018 at 19:53

Hey everyone! I started making my ring security "briefcase" however I was wondering if anyone knows where I can get a decal that says ring security for not too expensive?

Queen B., monday 2-Apr-18 10 187
Stephanie
Floral Centrepiece diy
Stephanie, On March 28, 2018 at 15:38

Hey all! I've been testing and trying out a bunch of different things for putting together our own floral centrepieces for the wedding yet nothing seems to be coming out how I envisioned... Just...

Stacey, saturday 31-Mar-18 13 231
Natasha
Cheap DIY Things I Can Complete Myself
Natasha, On March 27, 2018 at 17:09

I was hoping for a list of things that I can DIY myself to save on expenses!

Michelle, saturday 31-Mar-18 11 250
Emilie
Vote for your favourite heart!
Emilie, On July 25, 2016 at 16:26

Hi lovely ladies!! Putting sublte little hearts into your decorations and accessories can add a unique and romantic touch to your wedding. Here are a few lovely ideas. Vote for your favourite!! 1....

Andie, thursday 29-Mar-18 8 121
Mtlbride
Modern Centrepiece Ideas?
Mtlbride, On March 22, 2018 at 08:11

Does anyone have any ideas for modern centrepieces that can be given away to guests? Maybe something DIY or something that can be bought for a reasonable price?

Jennifer, wednesday 28-Mar-18 12 216
Kathleen
diy Bouquets
Kathleen, On February 26, 2018 at 00:08

I’m designing my own bouquets of burgundy, white and blush flowers. How many people did this? Where is the best place to get fake flowers for an affordable price without making them look TOO fake?...

Michelle, saturday 24-Mar-18 14 253
Laura
Looking for acrylic table numbers...
Laura, On March 23, 2018 at 10:44

Hi All!!! Does anyone have acrylic table numbers they no longer need and are looking to lend or sell??? Acrylic Table Number

Jen, saturday 24-Mar-18 5 422
Noelle
Greenery
Noelle, On January 4, 2018 at 16:09

What is the best way to go if you’d like to incorporate lots of greenery? Real or fake? What should I expect to spend? Any places with reasonable prices? Thank you!

Candace, friday 23-Mar-18 13 240
Casey
Where to put the battery pack
Casey, On March 9, 2018 at 16:26

In the photos I have designed a simple centerpiece with fairy lights and pinecones. The lights have a batter pack... that is HUGE for 1 and 2 it is set on a 6hr timer so as much as I wanted to hide it...

Candace, friday 23-Mar-18 16 5,768
Kalene
Flowers
Kalene, On February 28, 2018 at 14:35

So my mom and grandmother took me to michaels to look at their pre made bouquets for my wedding in June. They had a buy one get one free deal going so the flowers that should have cost us almost...

Karen, thursday 22-Mar-18 22 393
Bridget
diy Wedding Invitations
Bridget, On March 18, 2018 at 00:05

Does anyone know a few good websites or companies I could search for wedding invitation templates? I have a friend who is willing to print out the invites on a very good printer. Thank you!

Stacey, monday 19-Mar-18 10 214
Lynnie
Who is DIYing their bouquet?
Lynnie, On March 16, 2018 at 14:05

Are you DIYing your bouquet? Show it off and share your best DIY bouquet tips!! Beautiful Wedding Bouquet Breakdown Tutorial in 30 Seconds:

Sidni, monday 19-Mar-18 7 119
Ashley
DIY wood sign
Ashley, On March 15, 2018 at 16:27

Hi everyone! This may be a silly question but I really love the look of this sign (included a picture). So far what I’ve found online is on the pricer side. I was wondering if there I could DIY this....

Vinod, friday 16-Mar-18 4 136
Amanda
Need help (diy signposts)
Amanda, On March 12, 2018 at 17:52

My ceremony is inside a rented hall, And I got a fabulous idea that I'm very devoted to doing, but I have to figure out the logistics. I want to DIY some painted signs that read my favourite part of...

Erin, wednesday 14-Mar-18 5 117
Katherine
Food Suggestions
Katherine, On February 25, 2018 at 16:57

Hi Everyone, I am having a 7pm reception and therefore not serving a formal dinner. Looking to put out some food around 9pm, any suggestions? I also have the option at my hall to do my own food rather...

Katherine, tuesday 13-Mar-18 14 285
Joey
What DIY are you working on?
Joey, On February 7, 2018 at 08:05

Let's see those gorgeous DIY projects you're working on. Show them off, let us know how the process has been going, and ask for any tips you may need. Can't wait to see how creative you've been!...

Stephanie, tuesday 13-Mar-18 10 205
Leslee
ok diy ladies
Leslee, On March 12, 2018 at 14:38

backdrop I would love to make something along the lines of this photo BUT I have no clue how much material I will need or how long and wide to make it. I plan on hanging it on the side of my grandmas...

Leslee, monday 12-Mar-18 5 105
Rekramer
Card Box Ideas Wanted
Rekramer, On January 29, 2018 at 15:27

Hi all, I’m looking for ideas for a card box. Since we aren’t doing gifts or a guestbook of any kind, it’s pretty much going to be all alone on a table with some decor. It’s also important to me that...

Michelle, sunday 11-Mar-18 38 712
doucette2thompson
Flowers
doucette2thompson, On February 27, 2018 at 23:49

Looking for suggestions. I have bought different types of flowers (using fake) and not sure how to arrange them.

Jenna, saturday 10-Mar-18 6 114
April
diy Seating Charts
April, On February 26, 2018 at 23:02

Hey everyone, just looking for some easy DIY seating chart ideas. We’ll need it to be alphabetized vs by table numbers because we’ll have close to 30 tables. We’re not rustic at all and writing on a...

April, friday 9-Mar-18 13 1,100
Breanne
Ceremony and Photo Booth Backdrops
Breanne, On March 7, 2018 at 14:40

Does anyone have ideas on ceremony arches/backdrops? How about photo booth backdrops?! Looking to have my dad DIY these items and any pictures, tips or ideas would be extremely helpful. Thanks!

Elizabeth, thursday 8-Mar-18 3 127
Amanda
Mixing up colours a bit
Amanda, On March 6, 2018 at 16:00

So, my wedding is on September 29th, and my colours are rust and champagne. However, when I was buying the ton of silk flowers that I did... I got a little carried away with the fall colour scheme...

Amanda, wednesday 7-Mar-18 8 131
Keena
Backdrop
Keena, On February 28, 2018 at 22:56

Looking for ideas of simple and easy ways to decorate behind the head table? I’m not that talented and don’t want to spend to much money and ideas and pictures would help greatly .. Thanks

Candice, wednesday 7-Mar-18 5 177
Danielle
Friend's Kids at Wedding?
Danielle, On February 19, 2018 at 14:41

I'd love some opinions and ideas. We will definitely be having our immediate nieces/nephews at our wedding (ages 2-15) and will be planning for them to be at the ceremony and dinner. However, I also...

Danielle, tuesday 6-Mar-18 9 169
Rashna
different centerpieces
Rashna, On July 19, 2016 at 16:44

Hi!! How are the centerpieces for your tables? Our reception venue has the option to make them but I didn't like what they showed me. Do you have any idea? I would like something simple and not to...

Jenna, saturday 3-Mar-18 8 153
Danielle-Paige
Fall decor
Danielle-Paige, On February 13, 2018 at 23:43

Looking for ideas on back drops and general decor for a fall themed wedding. We are getting married October 6th 2018 and it’s also the thanks giving long weekend. Thanks!

Jenna, saturday 3-Mar-18 6 122
Melanie
Catering
Melanie, On February 27, 2018 at 20:49

Can we have friends and family prepare our meal for the wedding or we need a special licence for that

Elizabeth, friday 2-Mar-18 3 72
Megann
To cake or not to cake?
Megann, On February 16, 2018 at 12:50

I have a french pastry diploma, I love to bake and I’m getting married in September. Naturally, I want to make my own cake or cakes, as a buffet. It’s a small 55-people wedding & reception, family...

Kathleen, monday 26-Feb-18 9 148

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