For those of us who are not queens of crafting, the idea of making
anything for your wedding probably sounds way too complicated. Our
advice: If crafts aren’t your thing, choose one or two small projects
and don’t try to take on the bigger details. In other words, don’t try
making your own centerpieces or cake but also don’t be afraid to make
the ceremony programs or package up the wedding favors. We talked to
Sarah Shewey, founder of DIY Wedding Planning Group
Happily for
project ideas. Below are Shewey’s five simple DIY wedding day projects
that she swears you can’t mess up. Even better, all of these ideas are
super affordable.
Fresh Flower Bridal Shower Centerpieces
Emma Cleary
Keep it simple. Collect various vessels like vintage bottles, teacups
and even drinking glasses from around the house to create an eclectic
table setting, says Shewey. Then group all the containers in interesting
ways placing a few in the middle of the table and filling them with
different florals, feathers or other creative elements like berries,
pinecones or moss. Try a vintage brass candle holder with a succulent
inside or a low ceramic vase or mason jar with bright blooms.
Love this table centerpiece? It’s from this really pretty wedding album:
A Traditional Wedding in Kennebunkport, ME
Mini Potted Plant Wedding Favors
Elias Photography
Mini potted plants or succulents can make a great favor for guests to
take home, Shewey suggests. Find mini terracotta pots or mini zinc
buckets online for a few dollars and pick up seeds and soil from a home
improvement store. The pot them yourself. To add a personal touch add
your wedding colors on the pot or embellish with ribbon or yarn. If
you’re craftier in the kitchen, consider baking in bulk and keeping the
goodies uniform by filling brown paper bags with baker’s twine and
tagging or stamping with your wedding logo to create a homespun favor
your guests will love. (Just be sure you get lots of help from family
and friends on this type of project.)
Like these favors? They came from this wedding:
A Vintage Pastel Wedding in Franklin, TN
Simple Ribbon-Tied Ceremony Programs
L Photographie
Graphic designers need not apply here. Sometimes all it takes is a
creative template and a few craft supplies. Print out your programs and
then punch the corner to tie bits of ribbons, vintage torn fabric or
lace scraps for a bohemian vibe, Shewey says. For a summer wedding,
consider gluing one side of your programs to a large popsicle stick for
an instant fan. Paint the sticks beforehand for an added pop of color.
Think these programs are cute? You should see the full wedding:
A DIY Wedding in Edwardsville, IL
Mustache Photo Booth Props
Alison Conklin
If you’re doing a photo booth, you have to have fun props. Hit the
craft store for skinny wooden dowels and card stock paper. Create your
own patterns and cut them out. The goofier the better. Think: ties,
mustaches and lips, crowns and more. Embellish with feathers or even
rhinestones. Put all your props in a basket with a handcrafted sign that
encourages guests to play with them! (Psst: Don’t really have the time
to make these? You can buy them in
The Knot Shop.)
Looks like a fun wedding right? See the full album here:
A Fun Casual Wedding in Elverson, PA
Sweet Felt Heart Cake Toppers
Joey Kennedy Photography
This is especially fun for a simple wedding cake. You don’t even need
a sewing machine to create these little guys. Grab some felt in your
favorite colors, a little batting, a pair of scissors and a needle and
thread. Cut out hearts, sew them together and stuff them. Finish them
off with the little wooden sticks (you’ll find them at craft stores).
Want more cute ideas? Check out our
DIY cake topper slideshow (you can create any of them in under an hour).
Cute cake and toppers from:
A Modern Rustic Wedding in Lancaster, PA
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