Have you ever scrolled through your wedding Pinterest board and thought “I can make that?”
Yeah- me too.
Keep reading for which DIYs to take head on vs which ones aren’t worth the stress.
DIY Dos
Invitations
Whether you want a simple invitation or a traditional 4-piece invitation suite, this is a fairly easy DIY. All you need is a free Canva account and some inspiration.
Signage
Just like invitations, signage is easy to create on Canva and have them printed at Staples, Canva, or a local print shop. A few signs you might need:
- Seating Chart
- Bar Menu
- Welcome Sign
- Unplugged Ceremony
- Open Seating
- Table Numbers
Other non-printed signs are a great option, too, like the mirror welcome sign shown below.
Cake Topper
Fire up that Cricut and create a custom cake topper for a fraction of the price. Simply type your last name, create an offset, and cut it out. Then add a skewer. Make sure to use a heavy-weight card stock.
Program
From a 4-page newspaper program to a simple fan design, programs are easy to make and great to customize.
Centerpieces
Using candles, bud vases, flowers, and votives, beautiful centerpieces can be designed for a fraction of the cost of a huge flower display designed by a florist.
DIY Don’ts
Reserved Seating Signs
The reality is: it’s cheaper to purchase pre-made reserved signs than the individual supplies needed to create them. Check out Hobby Lobby for great, affordable options!
Custom Flasks
Engraving stainless steel flasks is more trouble that it’s worth. Unlike glass, stainless steel isn’t easily engraved/etched, so chemicals and personal protective equipment must be used. Just bite the bullet and purchase custom flasks for groomsmen.
Wedding Crest
Unless you’re a graphic design guru, it is probably worth your while to purchase a wedding crest design instead of the headache of designing it yourself. There are many great options on Etsy!
If you are planning a wedding in Roanoke, Richmond, Fredericksburg/Northern Virginia, The Shenandoah Valley, Coastal Virginia, or Charlottesville/ Lynchburg, Virginia, we can help with your wedding planning and ideas.
