Get creative with these DIY wedding decorations
- chloeneville96
- Jan 19, 2021
- 3 min read
Updated: Feb 6, 2021
Looking for those personal touches for your wedding day that won't break the bank? Trying to find inspiration to make your day as special and unique as possible can sometimes be a minefield! So here's 15 DIY wedding decoration inspirations to get you started!
There's already so many small details to remember on your wedding day so start off by prioritising your DIY projects according to the overall visual you want to create. This will ensure that the décor is perfectly proportioned and guarantees you won't be wasting your time on projects that won't pack a punch. So, visualise and prioritise before you execute. And be sure to enlist the help of some trusted friends or family members who can lay everything out on the big day while you are getting ready.
Make Eclectic Centrepieces
Succulents make for great centrepieces if you're opting for greenery over flowers - especially in this cute DIY project that looks expensive but costs next to nothing. Find the tutorial for these unique centrepieces at Blooming Homestead
Direct Your Guests
Do you have a big outdoor space? Give your guests a bit of direction with a homemade sign that points them in the right direction.
Turn Barrels into Tables
Looking for a vineyard vibe for your outdoor wedding? Old wine barrels are the perfect height to be repurposed as rustic cocktail tables.
Compile the Wedding Seat Chart
Rather than having to arrange individual escort cards for each of your guests, resort to one easy-to-read sign that denotes each table setting. Print it, prop it, and you're good to go. Check out these FREE digital wedding seat chart makers for some tips!
Illuminate With Bistro Lights
When it comes to DIY wedding decorations, bistro lights are as good as it gets. Hang a few strands along the perimeter of your wedding venue to brighten and personalise the space in a matter of minutes. Infuse the cables with garlands and leaves for extra flair, just like this lighting design by Contatto Sonoro.
Prompt a Visual Guestbook
For a fun twist on the traditional guestbook, have your guests snap polaroids of themselves on the big day and add the photos to a keepsake book. You can request that they add a personal message or write marriage advice on their snapshot.
Disperse Pressed Glass Frames
From table numbers to signs to photos of you and your future spouse, there's no shortage of frame-worthy paper wedding essentials. Once you've got the frames covered, you can easily design your own creative fillers. These particular frames are from BHLDN but you can get them on online from around £5, depending on size.
Forage for Aisle Décor
Typically when one thinks of aisle décor their mind immediately jumps to floral runners snaking their way down the sides, but the same vibe can be achieved by far simpler means. Elevate the look by tying clusters of freshly foraged flowers and greenery to the sides of the first chairs for the same lush aesthetic. This particular floral design is by Rion Designs.
Utilise Wood Slices
This seemingly low-key staple by Evoke Design & Creative is actually a titan of wedding décor versatility. Anchor a tablescape with wood-slab charger plates, employ them as bases for centerpiece displays, or exalt them to the ranks of the much-lauded cake stand for a rustic-chic vibe.
Concoct a Beverage Station
Dream up a self-serve beverage display that is oh-so summertime fine by pre-mixing some of your favourite drinks and serving them en-mass in glass dispensers. These in particular by Evoke Design & Creative were filled with tequila-rich Palomas but you can go for more wholesome options like lemonade or iced tea. Let the glassware dictate the vibe with mason jars creating a rustic aesthetic or champagne flutes for a more refined touch.
Smores Favour Gift Sets
You don’t have to spend a fortune on favours to win your guests’ hearts. Keep things simple with this classic fireside treat, and they’ll go home happy campers! Catalina Jean Photography
Beach Wedding Flip Flop Station
Planning a beach wedding? This adorable flip flop station gives guests the perfect place to store their fancy footwear before joining the seaside ceremony.
Fun Facts Table Numbers
Keep your guests entertained at dinner with fun DIY centrepieces featuring silly trivia about the happy couple. It’s the perfect opportunity to add a personal touch to each guest table as captured by Emily Wren Photography
DIY Custom Photo Bouquet Charms
For a truly heartfelt gift for your closet friends, gather photos of their parents on their wedding days. Make small charms, and have each bridesmaid hang it from her bouquet. What a special way to celebrate love! Taylored Photo Memories
Edible Flower Ice Cubes
Nothing says fancy quite like ice cubes packed with edible flowers from Happily Inspired. It’s a small, easy detail that packs mega-romance, especially when added to a signature cocktail to celebrate the big day.
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