DIY Guestbooks

Everyone wants their big day to be the best. Brides are starting to steer away from the “cookie cutter” weddings. They want to be unique and stand out among their guests. There is so many ways to make your big day unique and personalized.

One easy way is with your guestbook. This is something all your guests will interact with. Give them a place to leave you a little note or picture to commemorate the big day.

There are so many great directions you can go with your guestbook. Personally, I love the idea of a Polaroid camera that can be used to take pictures of your guest and wither inserted in a book with a comment or attached to a larger board. 

We loved this idea from Emily + Travis's Wedding where they had guests type their well wishes on an antique typewriter!

Another idea would be having some kind of sign for sign for guests to sign. This would be a great place to incorporate a pallet sign (check out last weeks post)! You could also use a larger letter sign, like your last name. 

Photo by Kate Price Photography

Photo by Maxine Toh Photography

This last idea is definitely for someone with a love for crafting. It a little more difficult but looks great. With some research pre-made ones could be found. The drop top shadow box/frame filled with hearts, or a shape of your choice has a rustic yet romantic look. Maybe be more difficult but I think it’s worth it. 

DIY Pallet Sign

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Sapphire Events

Melissa Kilner

Here is another great trend that keeps popping up on my Pinterest. These wooden pallet signs are perfect for a rustic chic outdoor wedding this spring or summer. They give a simple and deconstructed look but are fun at the same time.

I love them because you can create so many styles and customize it as much as you want. If you haven’t noticed I really love anything that allows you to customize and make it your own.

These can be easy to make on your own (might need someone with some wood work experience) or pick up an actual wooden pallet from a local hardware store.

Here is some great ideas of what you can do with your sign:

There are so many great possibilities for these type of signs. Paired with some flowers or lights for an evening ceremony and they make the perfect addition to a rustic chic wedding.

Stay tuned for another tip next Sunday!

DIY Twine Lanterns

The arrival of springtime has had me really loving the rustic and vintage style weddings lately. This new trend has been popping up on my Pinterest and I think it’s time to check it out.

These twine style lanterns are really cute and rustic especially paired with some lights. They would be great for an outdoor wedding in surrounding trees or hung around a barn.

For having such a delicate and intricate look they are actually quite easy to make. You’ll need some ingredients and a little bit of time so plan accordingly.

First you’ll need balloons. However many lanterns you would like is how many balloons you will need. Then blow them up to the size of the lantern you would like. It’s fun to mix and match sizes and then have them hang in a cluster.

Second you’ll need twine. Pick whatever color or style compliments your big day. Then you’ll need to make a mixture of glue, cornstarch and warm water in a large container until all lumps are gone. After you will need to cover each balloon in petroleum jelly.

The twine you have picked will be covered in the mixture and wrapped around the balloon. Hang the balloon to dry from something like a shower rod for at least 24 hours. Finally you can pop the balloon and you have your finished product! It’s a good idea to spray some clear spray paint or adhesive spray to it to keep it in tact for the whole event.

You can now add string lights or some battery operated tea lights to create a soft romantic feel to your venue.

You can also use this technique for a small candle holder; which I personally love. They could be great for cocktail hour or centerpieces if you’re going more rustic and simple or avoiding flowers.  

Stay tuned for some tips next week! Have a lovely week!