Discussions from DIY

Diy bridesmaids totes

Lesley, On August 27, 2017 at 21:23

I finished my bridesmaids totes tonight. I picked up a pack of 3 from michaels and painted the bottom third with a rose gold acrylic paint. I was originally going to try and cut out a stencil but in...

Vinod, thursday 4-Jan-18 16 162

diy Centerpiece

Maegan, On January 1, 2018 at 20:19

Very excited to say we have figured out our centerpieces and i couldnt be more excited about them! Total cost: $40 for 24 centerpieces. This is not quite the finished look, but it was good...

Vinod, wednesday 3-Jan-18 6 331

Got a cricut!

Rekramer, On July 4, 2017 at 09:38

After a coworker told me last week about the cutest sandals that she thought i'd love for the wedding, my mom and I got to talking about t shirts for me and the bridesmaids and my mom suggested we...

Vinod, monday 1-Jan-18 17 300

Made my card box

Sonja, On September 14, 2017 at 20:09

Homemade Card Box Again, I used dollar store boxes and thrift store ribbon to make this card box.

Vinod, sunday 31-Dec-17 32 229

Jazzed up guest book

Sonja, On September 14, 2017 at 20:22

Guest book I found this new guest book at Value Village for $1.99 so I used these pearl and 3D stickers to pretty it up. Got to love Dollarama!

Vinod, sunday 31-Dec-17 9 107

Guest book sign

Sonja, On September 14, 2017 at 20:30

Guest Book Sign Continuing with the DIY theme, I made this sign to place at the guest book.

Vinod, sunday 31-Dec-17 5 97

What’s your cake going to look like?

Ashley, On September 24, 2017 at 00:44

Cake sketch .... I can’t wait to taste it. Our cake lady is amazing..

Vinod, sunday 31-Dec-17 15 154

Wedding Favour ideas?

Cynthia, On September 29, 2017 at 10:11

I wanted something special and different for our wedding favours, something meaningful. There are so many things to choose from but none that I really settled on or really wanted. Anyone have any...

Vinod, sunday 31-Dec-17 30 369

Etsy and Vistaprint

Valérie, On October 1, 2017 at 15:06

Has anyone bought their invitation template/set from Etsy and used Vistaprint to get them? If so, how was your experience with both? Did you have a hard time with getting smaller sized RSVP cards...

Vinod, sunday 31-Dec-17 26 882

diy - Was it stressful or worth it?

Frances, On November 6, 2017 at 01:20

Hello my lovely fellow WeddingWire users! This is my first post, and I am very new to the WW site. I am posting this to find out how you lovely brides (and grooms) found making your own centrepieces...

Candace, wednesday 27-Dec-17 6 123

Centerpiece Help

Casey, On November 10, 2017 at 18:41

Here's a fun one for you ladies, I am torn between woodsy and modern... I want to bring the woods inside and my venue is quite modern - colours are Plum and Sage I love these ideas but having trouble...

Candace, wednesday 27-Dec-17 15 266

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Spray Painting Tips

Stephanie, On November 12, 2017 at 04:45

Does anyone have any tips for spray painting? We would like to paint flower pots. Did a sample but it is not even. Any suggestions?

Stephanie, wednesday 27-Dec-17 8 84

Looking for silk flowers!

Kayla, On October 20, 2017 at 04:08

Hey ladies, I'm having a heck of a time finding Orange Tiger or Prairie Lilies (not Calla Lilies). I've always loved this type of lily, and he actually got me some real prairie lilies for our first...

Vinod, thursday 21-Dec-17 13 175

Signage

Stephanie, On December 9, 2017 at 19:13

Hi ladies (and gents if there are any on here!), I have not thought about signs yet (other than my nephew will carry one down the aisle). What signs is everyone planning on using? What will they look...

Ashley, tuesday 19-Dec-17 8 151

diy Games

Tiera, On November 2, 2017 at 22:32

Has anyone made their own guest entertainment? What were hits and what were duds?

Stephanie, tuesday 19-Dec-17 14 208

Free bouquet tutorial

Stephanie, On December 17, 2017 at 12:35

Hey ladies, This popped up on my Facebook today. Not sure how everyone feels about links off Facebook but it says it's sponsored. It's for a free bouquet tutorial. I haven't looked into it since I'm...

Bethany, monday 18-Dec-17 2 69

Feather Bouquet

Nadine, On November 8, 2017 at 18:34

I loooove the feather bouquets on Pinterest but they are fairly pricy to buy. Curious if anyone has made them?! If so could you share tips and tricks!

Joey, wednesday 13-Dec-17 4 123

Building your decor?

Bethany, On December 3, 2017 at 01:03

Anyone else getting ready to build your backdrop, make your wood cookies or getting ready to paint some signs?

Bethany, sunday 10-Dec-17 9 104

What's in your welcome basket?

Joey, On October 3, 2017 at 08:11

Welcome bags or baskets are becoming a popular way to show your guests your appreciation for traveling to your wedding. While not necessary or expected, they are a nice way to consider your guests'...

Jes G., saturday 9-Dec-17 10 243

diy 1950s Fallout Candle Holders

Sammie, On December 2, 2017 at 14:59

Love love love how these turned out!!! And for 10.00 I'm so happy!!

Erin, monday 4-Dec-17 4 114

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Inspiration help needed

Patricia, On November 28, 2017 at 17:23

My fh and I are planning a 50’s dinner party themed wedding. Think wedding day meets Sunday dinner. I want to keep our budget as low as possible any suggestions for diy projects ( I’m considering...

Bethany, thursday 30-Nov-17 4 57

Instead of a food caterer i was thinking of doing a Potluck!

Amberley, On November 20, 2017 at 19:09

So instead of gifts and money or a registry, on the RSVP cards id like to propose that in lieu of such Id like people to bring some homemade dishes for the dinner. I feel it would bring everyone...

Lisa, monday 27-Nov-17 14 266

Bouteneirs?

Bethany, On November 7, 2017 at 22:36

I have yet to look on Pinterest but I'm just wondering if anyone has made any before I look there! I am wanting to start make my own bouteneirs with faux/artificial flowers. Any tips or tricks would...

Bethany, saturday 18-Nov-17 9 128

diy Flowers

Jes G., On November 14, 2017 at 12:04

Hi All! Seems like today is a good day for me to post a gazillion discussion threads, comments etc. Anyway, I was wondering if anyone here has DIY their own flowers? This isn't exactly my plan but I'm...

Jes G., wednesday 15-Nov-17 6 116

Invitations

Sandra, On October 3, 2017 at 13:47

Best websites to use for DIY wedding invitations

Sandra, wednesday 15-Nov-17 13 248

diy bridal bouquet

Tina, On October 3, 2017 at 16:08

Where is the best place to get flowers in vancouver ,so I can diy my own bridal bouquet ? I am having a very tiny wedding, so that will be the only flower that's needed. Thanks!

Joey, friday 10-Nov-17 5 73

diy Invitations

Shaina, On November 3, 2017 at 20:24

Did you find an online template, or did you look at examples and kind of do your own thing? If you used a website (preferrably a free one) which website was it? For printing, specifically if you used...

Shaina, tuesday 7-Nov-17 15 168

Ultimate diy: the dress

Amanda, On August 30, 2017 at 18:47

Is anybody making their dress, or having a friend/family member make it for them? My fiance's friend sews. Mostly cosplay/costumes, and she does an amazing job. She does sew other garments as well....

Jessica, wednesday 18-Oct-17 21 912

Cross stitch this and put into a frame?

Ashley, On October 5, 2017 at 23:23

I saw this at Michaels and want to make it but with different colors since our colors are not pink. But I want to frame it and put it with our guest sign in. What do you guys think?

Ashley, wednesday 11-Oct-17 5 85

Any other brides done this before?

Ashley, On September 24, 2017 at 00:47

I am getting these made for my girls and I as part of their gifts.

Ashley, wednesday 11-Oct-17 12 122

diy Reception Decor- how to make it look nice but save money

Fiorina, On October 2, 2017 at 21:25

I'm getting married in July 2018 and am trying to figure out what I can realistically DIY for decor at the reception. I'm trying to save money by doing some things myself but I'm feeling a little...

Ap2017, wednesday 11-Oct-17 11 181

Diy accessories

Karina, On September 11, 2017 at 16:07

Is anyone attempting DIY accessories? My FH and I plan to DIY as much as we can to save money. I love the look of the hair vines but holy are they expensive!! So I'm going to take on the task of...

Ashley, wednesday 11-Oct-17 13 149

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