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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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Cynthia
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 30 357
Valérie
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 26 613
Frances
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 6 122
Casey
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 15 260
Stephanie
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 81
Kayla
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 13 169
Stephanie
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 8 144
Tiera
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 14 200
Stephanie
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 68
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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 4 120
Bethany
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 9 101
Joey
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 10 214
Sammie
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 4 113
Patricia
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 55
Amberley
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 14 261
Bethany
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 9 125
Jes G.
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
Sandra
Invitations
Sandra, On October 3, 2017 at 13:47

Best websites to use for DIY wedding invitations

Sandra, wednesday 15-Nov-17 13 247
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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 71
Shaina
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 15 167
Amanda
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 21 879
Ashley
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 81
Ashley
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 12 120
Fiorina
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 11 176
Karina
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 13 144
Lesley
Diy hangers
Lesley, On July 13, 2017 at 21:31

This is a task that has been bothering me for awhile to get done. I don't know why since it took all of 20 minutes. These are hangers for me, my fiancé and my two bridesmaids. Set of 5 hangers from...

Ashley, wednesday 11-Oct-17 20 231
Ashley
Another photo of my glasses i finished today.
Ashley, On September 24, 2017 at 00:45

A close up of my wedding bridal party glasses. ❤️

Ashley, thursday 5-Oct-17 19 129
Lesley
Book quote table numbers & seating chart
Lesley, On September 25, 2017 at 21:35

We're getting down to the wire! I'm so thrilled with how these turned out. For the table numbers, I found a template on etsy for word from here which was exactly what I was looking for. I added quotes...

Chloe, friday 29-Sep-17 12 244
Ashley
Real vs Faux Flowers
Ashley, On September 21, 2017 at 14:18

Hello beautiful brides!! Wondering if anyone is faux flowers. I'm wanting to faux to save some coin, but am wondering where would be the best place to shop. I'd also like to find daisies if possible....

Laurie, wednesday 27-Sep-17 7 127
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Psa michaels is 40% off faux florals and greenery this week!
Linzer, On February 28, 2017 at 07:55

So going to pick some stuff up to throw in a closet for the next year!

Ashley, wednesday 27-Sep-17 9 141
Emilie
Create a selfie station for your wedding
Emilie, On March 14, 2017 at 07:05

Hey brides and grooms! After the photobooth, the selfie station! You can create your own stand or put some selfie sticks and your guests can take their own picture. You can also use our app Wedshoots...

Ashley, tuesday 26-Sep-17 5 180
Laura
Finished my projects today!
Laura, On September 6, 2017 at 23:35

I absolutely love how everything turned out! The favour tags and the table number cards are from minted but the rest are my own

Megan, tuesday 26-Sep-17 16 204

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