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Do It Yourself (DIY)

The bills can definitely rise quickly when you are planning a quinceañera, so we came up with a ton of different ideas of ways you can add some DIY elements that can both be fun and save you some money. From making your own centerpieces to designing your own invitations and even creating your own photo booth, there are tons of different ways that you can put in a little extra effort to reduce your costs overall and add an extra personal touch. Look through our DIY quince guides today and have fun planning your quinceañera!

Dresses

How To Steam A Quinceañera Dress

One of the things you may not think about while planning your quinceanera is steaming your quince dress. Some quinceanera dress boutiques include steaming in a package price, but many do not, and it can be pretty expensive. It’s important to steam your quince dress because it will be wrinkly from living in a garment […]

Invitations

Assembling Your Invitations Step by Step

Put together your invites with ease by following these directions! Start with ordering your invitations 5 months prior to your event. This will give you enough time for you to receive, assemble, and mail them out. This will also give guests enough time to RSVP!! Click here to read about invitation etiquette. You may have […]

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How to Make Margaritas for a Crowd of 100

It’s not a party until someone busts out the tequila bottles! Margaritas are the perfect and easiest cocktails to make for your guests! Yes, we know you can simple get margarita mix and bottled lime juice at the store, but we promise you, homemade margaritas are 100% better! Follow these 4 (technically 2!) simple steps […]

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Enchanted Forest DIY Centerpiece

Add a whimsical dimension to your theme with this Hula Hoop Enchanted Forest DIY Centerpiece! Materials: Kids Size Hula Hoop 3 inch Floral Foam 5×7 Frame Hanging Baskets Artificial Flowers 4 mm Beaded Trim Other Decorative Beads LED Tea Light Candles Tools: Glue Gun and Glue Sticks Scissors or Wire Cutters Instructions: 1. Spray paint […]

DIY centerpiece with Pearls

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Royal Inspired DIY Centerpiece

Feel royal without the price tag or heirlooms, with this simple royal inspired DIY centerpiece! Materials: *use different sizes for variety in tables! Styrofoam Ball Vase LED string lights Glass Stones Artificial Flowers Pearl Beads Tools: Hot Glue Gun Scissors Wire Cutters Instructions: Start by working the LED lights into the vase while mixing in […]

El crecer bailando en una quinceañera

Do It Yourself (DIY)

Do-It-Yourself Quinceañera Dance Choreography

Practicing for your vals and surprise dance is one of the best ways to count down to your quince. Here are some tips to making your quince dances unique without hiring a choreographer! Find a Coach/Team Choose a close family member or friend to be your “coach”. Their job would be to help you brainstorm, […]

Quinceañera Centerpiece Cinderella

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Quinceanera Centerpieces

There are a lot of small details to think about when planning your quinceanera, and the centerpieces are one of them! What kind should you choose? Do you have a theme planned? Should you buy them, or DIY? We’ve done some research, and are here to answer any questions you have. Quinceanera centerpieces: the nitty-gritty. […]

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DIY Chip Teacup: Beauty and The Beast

This DIY Chip teacup is absolutely beautiful and will fit in perfectly with your Beauty and The Beast theme. Find out how you can recreate this DIY to use for your quinceañera or any other type of event. This adorable Chip teacup can be used as a centerpiece or as a party favors! For this […]

flower ball centerpieces DIY step by step

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DIY Flower Ball Centerpieces

Find out how you can recreate inexpensive DIY flower ball centerpieces using only dollar store materials. This beautiful centerpiece will be great for your quinceañera or any other type of event, and it will fit in perfectly with your Beauty and The Beast theme! For this tall flower DIY you will need: Two candle holders […]

Beauty and the Beast Quinceañera Table Decorations

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DIY Beauty and The Beast Centerpieces

Easy and Inexpensive Beauty and the Beast Inspired DIY Centerpieces If you are planning a quinceañera on a budget, check out these 4 DIY videos and learn how you can recreate any of these centerpieces for half of their original price. DIY Enchanted Rose Centerpiece This enchanted rose centerpiece will fit perfectly with your Beauty […]

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DIY Enchanted Rose Centerpiece

Check out this easy and inexpensive DIY enchanted rose centerpiece, and learn how you can make your centerpiece for your event using only dollar store materials. For this Beauty and the Beast DIY enchanted rose centerpiece you will need: Glass vase Woven trivet Wood adhesive Glue gun and glue sticks Scissors 1 rose LED string […]

Do It Yourself (DIY)

DIY Beauty and The Beast Centerpiece

If you are looking for something different and elegant that fits with the theme of  Beauty and the Beast check this DIY out. This centerpiece will look absolutely beautiful at your quinceañera or any other type of event. For this Beauty and The Beast inspired DIY, you will need: Tall Glass Vase Round Cutting Board […]

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