Wedding Decorations to Make Your Own
From trails of moss to swags of eucalyptus, these greenery strands are a DIY essential. Use them to decorate tables, rope off reserved ceremony seating, outline bar areas, or accentuate a tent ceiling like this wedding did.
For a sweet and sentimental touch, showcase your loved ones’ baby photos or embarrassing snaps in these adorable photo frames. Something Turquoise has a simple tutorial for this easy-to-make decor.
Wooden Mr. and Mrs. Signs
Whether hanging from the back of the chairs or used as centrepieces, a Mr and Mrs sign is a stylish addition to any wedding day decor. However, buying premade ones can be costly, so why not make your own? It’s easy, inexpensive and can add a personal touch.
A simple, yet effective way to create a Mr and Mrs sign is by using spray paint and your template as a guide. For signs that will be hung, use lighter materials like wood, textiles and card, while those that need to stand up should be crafted from a heavier material like stone or metal.
If you prefer a glam theme, try gold or silver decor accents. Or, embrace your feminine side with a pretty floral option. This couple chose to adorn their chairs with lazer cut Bride and Groom Chair Signs from Z Create Design, which can be purchased online here.
Sparkler Send-Off
For a magical wedding send off, have guests line the path with lit sparklers. As you and your beloved walk through this radiant tunnel, your loved ones will envelop you with their love and good wishes as you begin your new life together.
Be sure to select special wedding sparklers that are designed for this purpose. Regular 4th of July-style sparklers will not do, as they will burn too quickly and could cause harm if handled incorrectly. Also, ensure you have a fire extinguisher close by to use if needed.
Display the sparklers in containers that complement your wedding theme. For example, a rustic outdoor ceremony may feature vintage tin pails and milk jugs; or a more formal modern wedding might incorporate glass vases. You can add signage or labels to the sparklers to indicate when they are intended to be used. This will help your guests avoid inadvertently burning themselves or each other! Also, make sure that you include a bucket or two of water or fire-safe fluid for your guests to place their sparklers into.
Glitter Toss
Adding glitter to your wedding is a fun and festive idea for any couple, but it’s also easy on the environment. Glitter is biodegradable, water soluble and safe to throw. A sprinkle of sparkle is the perfect finish to your cake, cupcakes and favours or can be used as confetti for your grand exit.
Glitter ribbon is a cheap and easy way to add a touch of shine to your wedding stationery, centrepieces or invitation envelopes. You can even use the ribbon as a tie for your chair covers!
Recycle clear glass bottles to create pretty centrepieces for your wedding reception tables. Paint them in your wedding colours and then fill with a few votives and sprigs of eucalyptus for an inexpensive yet beautiful look. You can also apply this same concept to wooden crates and vases for instant botanical vibes.
Sprinkles
A rainbow of sprinkles–or, in this case, jimmies–elevates just about anything. This easy DIY decor idea is the perfect way to dress up your escort cards, menus, or even favor bags. Just be sure to opt for a mix of larger jimmies rather than teeny tiny ones, which can be a bit tedious to apply one-by-one.
If you’re hosting a wedding that’s spread out over acres of property, a few well-placed signs can help guests navigate. This bride used reclaimed wood and a stencil to create this sweet, simple signage for a rustic Hudson Valley farm wedding.
A swath of moss, ivy vines, or a trail of olive branches can instantly adorn chairs and tables for an eco-friendly, natural wedding aesthetic. These gorgeous runners also make a fab substitute for traditional tablecloths.