Charming DIY Ideas for Your Wedding

We know you can't get enough of this timeless, handmade approach to wedding style. Here, brilliant ideas and tips.

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Birch-bark cones add instant fairy-tale romance to your day.

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Fabric Balls
Colorful fabric balls bring texture and character to open areas. Get step-by-step instructions ►

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Cake Stands
Some paint, lace and pearl accents transform a simple wood base into a stunning, monogrammed cake stand.

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Favors
Embellished treat jars can be filled with sweets like honey, hot cocoa mix, or candy.

Tip: Some of the most memorable details are the ones your guests can take home: embellished jars filled with treats or sweet floral arrangements in small vessels.

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Table Numbers
Unique table numbers are a clever way to add personality and color to your reception.

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Flower Girl Wands
Who needs rose petals when you can craft a pair of pretty flower girl wands instead?

Tip: Determine your wedding palette before you get started. Look to Mother Nature-approved shades of green, brown, sky blue.

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Favors
Decoupaged cans are perfect for a garden, rustic, outdoor or eco-friendly wedding.

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Cake Stand
A hat box cake stand covered in pages of romantic text serves as a keepsake box after the wedding.

Tip: Opulent details — found in design and decor touches such as gold-rimmed dishes, crystal accents, a chandelier hung from a tree — add interest, contrast and elegance to the overall look of an otherwise homespun style.

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Table Numbers
Nothing signals barn, farm or ranch chic like a lucky horseshoe table number. Get step-by-step instructions ►

Tip: Bright sunflower yellow can add a pretty pop, while pales like white and ivory in blooms and table linens give air and light to woodsy, muted venues.

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For the Kids
Keep the little ones engaged with a fun kids’ table — doodling encouraged!

Tip: The smallest touches can add impact: Wrap menus in twine or tuck a sprig of rosemary into guests’ napkins for a naturally pretty effect.

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Cake Topper
A love-bird cake topper adds a sweet touch to the wedding cake.

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Ring Box
This ring security box is a clever alternative to the traditional ring-bearer pillow.

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Ring Pillow
Natural burlap, satin ribbon and silk flowers make up this pretty ring pillow.

Tip: Consider the many facets of rustic style: woodsy and countrified, lacy and shabby chic, filled with bright sunlight or lit by candles.

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Keepsake Bouquet
An everlasting bouquet composed of silk flowers.

Tip: Think about “antique” hues like blush pink, rose, pale lavender and ivory.

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Seating Chart
Antique plates and a reclaimed door are repurposed as a seating chart.

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Table Runner
Add lace trim to vintage sheet music for a “love notes” table runner. Get step-by-step instructions ►

Tip: Always play to your strengths. If you’re not adept with needle and thread, now is not the time to launch into a DIY project that requires sewing skills. A no-sewing-required project like a tablescape featuring charmingly mismatched china is a better way to go.

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Wooden Signs
Nostalgic signage points your guests in the right direction.

Tip: Start by creating an inspiration board filled with wedding magazine tearsheets and printouts from your favorite wedding and design-centric websites.

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