Discussions from DIY

Flameless Candles

Amanda, On January 19, 2021 at 16:44

I need some help I'm planning a moody gothic wedding and was really hoping to use black Pilar candles but my venue won't allow real candles. I would really appreciate some advice to create that moody...

Amanda, wednesday 20-Jan-21 13 126

Greenery

Chantelle, On January 19, 2021 at 11:33

Hi Everyone. I was wondering if any of you ladies have found any places online that sell nice fake greenery. Just trying to limit places I might have bad luck at. Thank you ☺️

Hank, tuesday 19-Jan-21 1 97

Wedding Decorations

Kelsey, On June 19, 2018 at 20:16

Im having way too much fun with the whole decoration thing!! can't wait to pick up the last couple things and set it all up! winners !10 ft+ DIY bannersolar jarsolar lights4.99 from value village4.99...

Bel, tuesday 19-Jan-21 11 202

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Invitations

Brianne, On January 15, 2021 at 22:44

Anyone have any recommendations for invitation stationeries in Canada?! Looking for something similar to Cards and Pockets Pockets

Lovely Lotus, saturday 16-Jan-21 4 125

diy Back Drop for Window

Nicole, On July 5, 2019 at 15:02

Hi there,We are getting married at The Guild Inn next year and are planning on having out head table again the big windows (less doors than this). I am trying to think of something that we can hang...

Donna, friday 8-Jan-21 7 170 1

Ostrich Feather Centrepieces

Neeti, On January 4, 2021 at 22:44

My eyes are hurting from looking into my screen constantly- trying to find an affordable option for ostrich feather centrepieces for my reception. Any ideas?

Alexis, wednesday 6-Jan-21 3 74

Silk Flowers

Liberty, On January 4, 2021 at 19:44

Hello! I'm looking to see if anyone has recommendations for silk flower websites! Preferably Canadian websites! Thank you If you personally have you ordered from them, please share pictures

Sarah, tuesday 5-Jan-21 12 136 2

diy catering

Shaelyn, On November 26, 2020 at 23:58

Has anyone tried DIYing their catering? Any tips? Any warnings? We are planning for approximately 50 guests at our August wedding.

Liberty, monday 4-Jan-21 8 178

Best diy reception music playlist?

Phaidra, On August 30, 2018 at 18:05

Hey fam, We're looking at making a music playlist for the evening in lieu of getting a DJ. I'm sure DJs have a lot of pros over getting a playlist, but we just don't want to use our budget for that....

Krista, monday 4-Jan-21 9 318 2

Change the date cards

Stephanie, On December 14, 2020 at 23:56

Is anyone else making date chage cards? Any input on this. The blue was my original save the date. Sorry bad pictures as they are off my laptop screen

Kathryn, friday 1-Jan-21 4 108

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Dried flowers

Amanda, On December 20, 2020 at 19:40

I'm looking for some help finding dried flowers in Canada, looking for wholesale/bulk for centerpieces for my wedding. Any ideas ??

Amanda, sunday 20-Dec-20 2 104 1

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Tips for diy decor?

Christina, On November 17, 2020 at 16:03

Any tips for creating rustic/barn style DIY decor on a budget?

Sharlene, sunday 29-Nov-20 14 207

Bouquet

Teri, On October 19, 2020 at 16:59

Has anyone used the foam bouquet holders? If so, did you like them?

Teri, thursday 19-Nov-20 2 60

Custom Beer/wine Glasses

Christiana, On October 19, 2020 at 02:34

Hello everyone! I'm thinking it might be nice to order some custom glasses for our guests (and us) as keepsakes. I wasn't planning on doing favours, but since our wedding is so small now I figured it...

Christiana, saturday 7-Nov-20 6 121 1

Custom Shot Glasses

Tineesa, On September 27, 2020 at 18:15

Looking for custom shot glasses. We have a design to put on the shot glass and tried looking at places but have had no luck yet. We are looking for 180. Does anyone know any places that are good in...

Brianna, thursday 5-Nov-20 7 110

diy centrepieces

K, On October 22, 2020 at 16:52

Made this centrepiece the other day as a prototype, very cheap to make which i was really happy with but i just need some input if you think it’s tacky looking or any suggestions that you think will...

K, sunday 1-Nov-20 16 231

Fake Flowers

Natalia, On October 22, 2020 at 10:16

Does anyone have any good recommendations for a place to get Silk Flowers from? I want to make my own bouquets with a wildflower aesthetic.

Amanda, thursday 29-Oct-20 4 113

Creating our own invites/rsvp

Stephanie, On February 17, 2020 at 16:55

Has anyone else been creating their own invitations. Any insight? This is what I have started with.

Veronica, monday 26-Oct-20 13 208

moh proposal

Clare, On September 4, 2020 at 14:21

Hey brides, I’m thinking of doing a MOH proposal , any ideas if what I can put in the box? I Saw some ideas on Pinterest but I don’t want to over-spend

Jamie, monday 26-Oct-20 16 373

Rustic decor

Ashley, On October 16, 2017 at 17:23

Anybody know where I can get rustic decor for my sweets & cake table around Montreal? I am looking for sliced logs and a cake and cupcake stand. Any suggestions would be great!

ANTONELLA, tuesday 20-Oct-20 13 153

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Magnetic Canvas Favours?

Brittany, On October 9, 2020 at 08:05

I have recently picked up the hobby of painting. I found these really cute small (2inx2in) canvas that are fridge magnets and painted this one for my dad. I’m thinking about doing these for wedding...

Vinod, tuesday 13-Oct-20 3 73

Bridesmaids and diy

Jasmine, On September 16, 2020 at 22:07

Is it traditional for bridesmaids to help you with all your diy and setup? we want to doing our own centerpieces and signage but its intricate and takes a lot of work and i already have five...

Jasmine, wednesday 7-Oct-20 17 220

Wedding Sign

Adriana, On October 21, 2019 at 15:23

So I may have jumped the gun and did this project a little early but I LOVE it and it's one less thing on my to do list for decor! Can't wait for our wedding 💖

Lily, wednesday 30-Sep-20 60 737

Double or single sided table numbers?

Sabrina, On September 29, 2020 at 14:37

Hi, Everyone! I'm in the process of DIY'ing table numbers sans template and was just wondering if it's really necessary to have them double sided? I have seen options online for both and can't find a...

Hank, tuesday 29-Sep-20 5 102

Artificial flowers

Stefanie, On September 17, 2020 at 12:13

I am looking for the best places to order artificial flowers online! I need them for my center pieces and lanterns lining the isle! Where have you gotten flowers from?

Deborah, wednesday 23-Sep-20 7 170

Cheap flowers

Clare, On September 4, 2020 at 14:36

Hey , Can anyone recommend any places / websites to get some cheap fake & real flowers?

Ashley, wednesday 23-Sep-20 12 422

Did anybody make their own photo booth/photo station?

Sarah, On March 5, 2020 at 16:14

So my fiancé and I have been planning for 2 years and the big day is 6 months away and we are pumped!!Because we planned so early we chose to do a ton of DIY project which have been awesome so far..My...

Sarah, monday 21-Sep-20 10 136

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Wedding Arch

Ainsley, On September 18, 2020 at 20:10

Hi! Does anyone have any suggestions as to where I could buy a wedding arch like this one? My brother is able to make it for me but wanted to look around incase it’s cheaper to buy one already made...

Hank, friday 18-Sep-20 4 116 1

Cricut - is it worth buying?

Celine, On August 27, 2020 at 10:56

I was thinking of purchasing a Cricut Explore Air 2 for DIY invitations, thank you cards, centerpieces, etc. Has anyone used one before? Is it worth the investment? Please note: I am a fairly crafty...

Emma, saturday 12-Sep-20 8 165

Flowers? Should i diy or just buy them?

Jean, On July 13, 2020 at 13:54

Do you know what the average cost of flowers are? I'm debating about whether or not to DIY them or if I should search for an affordable florist? All my searches are showing that one bouquet is...

Courtney, friday 11-Sep-20 10 252

What Was The Cost Of Your diy Dessert Table?

Nicole, On August 30, 2020 at 12:48

Howdy! We're planning on doing our own dessert table (some homemade, some Costco!) for our Oct 29th wedding. There will be around 175 people and we would like to include donuts, apple and pumpkin pie,...

Jes, thursday 10-Sep-20 4 465 1

Flowers Direct diy - Canadian Brides

Sierra, On January 27, 2020 at 19:44

Any brides out there who have used Flowers-Direct (out of Mississauga) to get their wholesale flowers for DIY? They seem really great and have so many flower options! The only thing that has me...

Jes, thursday 10-Sep-20 9 544 1