Discussions from DIY

Has anyone cut a hole in an oyster?

Chris, On March 17, 2017 at 18:15

Don't ask I saw this idea on Pinterest and found a restaurant to give me used shells which I will bleach and clean. Wonderinf if anyone has done this? I am attempting some summer DIY wedding crafts....

Emilie, wednesday 22-Mar-17 3 60

Rustic versus glamour

Sim, On March 16, 2017 at 20:35

My fiance is more of a rustic type and I'm more of a glamour type. So we came up with a compromise and are doing a combination of rustic and glamour. We are making a lot of the decorations ourselves....

Emilie, tuesday 21-Mar-17 3 66

Need help finding an item

Jasmine, On March 19, 2017 at 22:55

Hi ladys, I need help looking for someone who can either make a beaded dragon like these but in white and purple i found these on facebook but couldn't find the original seller or link to a website to...

Emilie, tuesday 21-Mar-17 7 114

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Flowers

Kristie, On March 20, 2017 at 10:25

Hello, I am trying to figure out what to do with flowers? We are thinking fake flowers and I'll get real ones. Just they are so expensive and doe? Any thoughts? Please help! ?

Simone, tuesday 21-Mar-17 8 148

Looking for suggestions for guest favours.

Jennifer, On March 18, 2017 at 05:27

Hi Brides! I am looking for ideas for my favours... I already know what I am going to do, but need a neat idea for the box, or jar or whatever. I am planting flowers for my guests . I originally...

Rachel, sunday 19-Mar-17 7 129

Bride attire!!

Meghan, On March 10, 2017 at 20:17

I've chosen to fully emerse myself in the pre wedding fun! Let me tell you ladies iron on transfers are easy and everything is custom I've made bridal party shirts! A custom sweat shirt.. just an FYI...

Nichea, wednesday 15-Mar-17 6 129

Diy worth the headache??

Melissa, On March 13, 2017 at 13:13

We are planning our wedding and trying to save as much as possible anywhere we can! Thinking of DIY decorations and having family/friends help make them and decorate the reception venue. Looking for...

Emilie, tuesday 14-Mar-17 3 68

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 10 166

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 8 229

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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 23 315

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 13 111

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 5 132

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 74

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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 20 247

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 75

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 66

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 73

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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 28 228

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 10 144

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 91

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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 26 214

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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 24 207 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 81

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 66

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 17 197

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 21 196

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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 41 338

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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 93

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 10 126

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 42 320