6 DIY Havens For The Crafty Bride

All the fabulously pretty and one-of-a-kind DIY weddings are making us green with envy. It’s takes sheer organisation and determination to take on such a task on the most important day of your life. Not to mention the huge risk involved with potential disasters looming around every corner! To make your bespoke dream day a reality, these craft stores will be your port of call. Sourcing wedding DIY suppliers can be a nightmare, but we promise you will be covered from every angle with these 6 finds.

Vibes & Scribes Cork

Vibes & Scribes

The holy grail when it comes to DIY wedding supplies, you will find everything you could possibly dream of for your special day at Vibes & Scribes. Embellishments, stamps and ribbons galore, your imagination will run wild with ideas to craft your very own invitations. A great range of ready-made venue and table décor from vintage bird cages to feather & fabric birds and butterflies will have your ceremony and reception looking super stylish in a matter of minutes. The fabric and millinery department will have you covered if you are opting to create a bespoke headpiece or feeling brave enough to design your own wedding dress. Gorgeous trimmings and lace available in-store will allow you to create a fairytale gown. You will be giving the professionals a run for their money in no time!

Check out some of their fab DIY tutorials on the Vibes & Scribes YouTube channel or pop in for a visit to get all the latest tips and wedding inspiration from their friendly staff.

Location: Cork City

Vibes & Scribes Cork

Art & Hobby

Located around the country, we have fond memories of getting lost in our local Art & Hobby shop for hours as a kid. The bright colours and tubes of glitter were totally hypnotising! Here, you can find all your essential tools for any wedding DIY project. From coloured card, scissors, glue guns, wire to glitter – it’s an artsy bride’s haven. Don’t forget to keep an eye out for some nifty bits and bobs that will help keep your little VIPs entertained during your reception.

Location: Nationwide

David Walsh Supplies

With a loyal fan base spanning over 30 years, of course we had to include David Walsh Art & Craft Supplies! The perfect store to source products for creating the perfect invitations or your treasured wedding scrapbook. Check out their website to view their vast collection of art and craft materials.

Location: Dungarvan, Co Waterford

Favour Lane

Possibly our most favourite DIY wedding website ever! Ireland’s newest supplier Favour Lane, specializing in affordable craft and vintage decorations, will have you browsing through its girly dreamland for hours on end! You will be spoiled for choice from pretty parasols, bunting, lovely lanterns, homemade favours to funky props. You will be able to plan your fun, fabulous and ditsy wedding in no time!

Location: Online

The Goody Cart

Your ultimate pit stop for all things favour related. The Goody Cart provides a fabulous range of affordable wedding favours. Our favourite find is their pretty laser cut boxes; ideal for filling with sweet treats for your friends and family to take home and enjoy. For a wedding abroad, their battenburg lace fans will be your saviour to help beat the heat. With more stock being added to their inventory very soon, we can’t wait to see whats in store!!

Location: Online

My DIY Day

Make your dream affair a reality with My DIY Day. A treasure trove for those with a weakness for quirky, pretty finds, the online shelves are packed with goodies. From adorable cake toppers and doilies to patterned paper and bridesmaids gifts. We officially heart My DIY Day!

Location: Online

Image Credit: Turquoise Flamingo; Vibes & Scribes.

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