Discussions from DIY

Silk bouquets - diy or buy?

Jen, On March 12, 2017 at 21:37

Hey everyone!I am thinking about doing silk flowers for my own and my three bridesmaids. I've seen some decent ones on websites like afloral.com or bridesbouquet.com but I also considered buying silk...

Emilie, tuesday 14-Mar-17 2 82

Cheap and beautiful decorations??

Michelle, On February 1, 2017 at 13:03

ANy ideas how to decorate a bland hall well on the cheap?

Michelle, saturday 11-Mar-17 10 163

7 ways to use wine bottles for your wedding

Emilie, On November 13, 2016 at 10:05

Hi wonderful DIY brides I found these amazing ideas to reuse wine bottles for your wedding! Which one is your favourite? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. How do you like these idea? *** Images: Pinterest ...

Julie, friday 10-Mar-17 8 223

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Diy dj

Ashley, On January 16, 2017 at 09:03

Hello fellow brides, My fiance and I are seriously thinking of not hiring a DJ and just creating a playlist to play at our ceremony and reception. I was just wondering if anyone has done this? Thank...

Leah, wednesday 8-Mar-17 23 296

A tree for your guest book!

Emilie, On March 2, 2017 at 14:05

Hey brides and grooms! Your guest book will be an amazing way to remember this moment you shared and all the people who came to celebrate with you. How do you like this idea? Would you do this for...

Leah, wednesday 8-Mar-17 13 107

Thrifting success for centrepieces

Lesley, On March 5, 2017 at 17:32

Hi ladies, This is the inspiration for our centrepieces. I stopped into an antiques store today and picked up 13 vintage milk bottles for $26 which should be enough. If not, there's still a lot...

Lesley, wednesday 8-Mar-17 5 129

Ideas to decorate your wedding with pom-poms

Emilie, On February 24, 2017 at 12:05

Hey wonderful brides! If you're looking for a fun alternative to wedding flowers, an affordable idea for your wedding is to use pom-poms! They look quite fun and can give a lot of life to your decor...

Simone, saturday 25-Feb-17 7 72

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Bouquets

Jennifer, On January 23, 2017 at 00:34

Just curious as to how many of you have made your own bouquets? I like the teardrop style bouquets and am going to attmept to make my own but have no idea where to start. (other than the kind of...

Leigh-Ann, saturday 25-Feb-17 20 237

Wedding dress

Nikolay, On February 21, 2017 at 12:05

My bride is planning to make her wedding dress herself, and she never made dresses before. Any advice?

Emilie, wednesday 22-Feb-17 4 74

Would you modify your dress yourself?

Emilie, On September 23, 2016 at 14:05

Hi lovely brides-to-be! There are beautiful techniques out there to personalize your dress and make it completely unique. You can have it done by someone, but would you dare doing it yourself? Would...

Shevonn, tuesday 21-Feb-17 3 65

6 ways to use stones for your wedding

Emilie, On October 11, 2016 at 07:05

HI lovely community Jodi just had the brilliant idea of using rocks as her wedding favours and inspired me this discussion. Here are different DIY ideas using rocks for your wedding. Which one is your...

Shevonn, tuesday 21-Feb-17 2 65

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What DIYs are you making for your wedding?

Emilie, On February 11, 2017 at 10:05

Hey lovely community! Are you making any DIYs for your wedding? What are you making? Centerpieces, wedding favours... your own dress? Share your pictures and inspirations!

Jessica, wednesday 15-Feb-17 28 221

Origami bouquet

Cheryl, On October 24, 2016 at 15:20

I was looking at different bouquets and I noticed some made in origami style that looked nice. I'm wondering if any of you would consider them or not! I personally think they were quite pretty and I...

Leah, sunday 12-Feb-17 10 139

DIY Bridal Party bleach shirts

Emilie, On February 4, 2017 at 12:05

Hey lovely DIY brides! If you're looking for a chic and simple idea to make matching outfits with your wedding party, here's an DIY for you! Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 How do you...

Chelsea, sunday 5-Feb-17 6 85

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Getting ready sweaters

Valerie, On January 23, 2017 at 09:57

Hey hey my fellow brides to be (and grooms if you're in here)! I had decided to make some "getting ready sweaters" in place of having robes (I fond the robes so uncomfortable and love a nice cozy...

Valerie, monday 30-Jan-17 26 211

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10 DIY ideas with mason jars

Emilie, On October 5, 2016 at 17:05

Hi lovely DIY brides Will you use Mason jars for your wedding? They're so useful for many different things!! Have a look at these ideas. Which idea is your favourite? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10....

Erin, friday 27-Jan-17 24 202 1

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DIY Photo Table Runner. Like it?

Emilie, On November 11, 2016 at 08:05

Hi wonderful ladies How do you like this idea of using pictures to make your own table runner? Would you make this for your wedding? *** Images: Pinterest

Erin, friday 27-Jan-17 5 79

DIY knit ring pillow

Emilie, On January 24, 2017 at 16:05

Hey wonderful DIY brides! Do you have any talent for knitting or crochet? How do you like this idea for your ring pillow? Would you make this for your wedding? **** Image: Austinweddingblog ...

Simone, wednesday 25-Jan-17 4 65

Looking for any ideas

Rose, On January 10, 2017 at 20:02

HI there, I am looking for DIY ideas for my upcoming wedding in September. We are going with a vintage and rustic theme. We are going with burgundy, gold, brown and orange.

Rose, monday 23-Jan-17 17 196

DIY cactus centerpiece

Emilie, On January 9, 2017 at 12:05

Hi DIY brides and grooms! Looking for your next project? If your style is more rustic, here's an idea for you! How do you like this for your wedding? *** Image: Pinterest

Simone, monday 9-Jan-17 4 86

The place card conundrum

Valerie, On December 22, 2016 at 07:13

UPDATE: Thanks for the wonderful feed back, I'm going with the flowers! Alright ladies, now that you've helped me figure out my escort cards I'm struggling with what to have for the place card when...

Valerie, thursday 5-Jan-17 21 194

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Diy bouquet opinions!!

Valerie, On October 23, 2016 at 18:03

Hey lovelies!! I'm working on my bouquet and I can't decide if I want to add the pearl strands not. Which do you think it's better with or without?

Simone, sunday 18-Dec-16 41 326

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Veils

Katherine, On December 10, 2016 at 12:00

I am thinking of making my own veil in a mantilla style... I've read that you are supposed to match your veil to your dress color but since I've decided on blush I'm not sure that matching is the best...

Natasha, monday 12-Dec-16 5 88

Bouquets

Jknbhjbb, On December 8, 2016 at 18:44

So I ordered these and still have to assemble them for our bouquets. I just need to get some twine to tie them together

Jknbhjbb, sunday 11-Dec-16 10 123

My diy projects !!

Natasha, On November 16, 2016 at 13:18

So Ive decided to take Melissa's advice and share all my DIY projects over the course of time leading up to my wedding ! These are all projects me and my FH have made for our wedding day and I am...

Natasha, friday 9-Dec-16 42 304

Paper flower wall

Vinny, On September 21, 2016 at 15:31

I want to create a paper flower wall backdrop. How should I go about ensuring the stand can support the paper flowers? I need to assemble the flowers before the wedding day, transport it to the venue...

Samara, monday 5-Dec-16 4 137

Make your own photobooth!

Emilie, On November 23, 2016 at 10:05

Hey lovely ladies and gents Let's have fun with a few photobooth ideas! Choose all the elements that would go in your photobooth for your wedding! Start with the first question: What frame would you...

Samtam, wednesday 23-Nov-16 2 62

Share your Love Story with a Scrapbook

Emilie, On October 11, 2016 at 06:00

Hey DIY brides and grooms A few weeks ago, I created this discussion thread to write and share your love story on your wedding day. Share your love story How about creating a scrapbook to share your...

Nelly, tuesday 11-Oct-16 3 89

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throwing fake snow after ceremony

Olivia, On August 17, 2016 at 15:09

Hi community! I am getting married in January and I would like to make our send-off super romantic by having everyone throw some fake snow. Any idea where I could get that? And how we could do it?

Melissa, tuesday 4-Oct-16 2 642

DIY pots ideas and advice

Kira, On July 26, 2016 at 14:07

Hi! I just posted about naming my tables with herbs and spices names. I wanted your advice on making table centerpieces. I want plants that match the table name in an interesting flowerpot. Any ideas?...

Sharon, tuesday 23-Aug-16 5 82

photobooth frame ideas

Maddy, On July 26, 2016 at 11:52

Heyyy! im looking for ideas to make an elegant photobooth. i found a few frame ideas here but im also not very good at making things myself so will probably use help of my fiance who is more practical...

Elaine, thursday 18-Aug-16 4 96