You are weeks or days away from your wedding and you just realized that you forgot a few details for your wedding. Don’t sweat it! Here are some project ideas that are simple to do on your own with the help of inexpensive, printable digital downloads.
1. Welcome Bags or Welcome Letters
Create a welcome letter/itinerary card and attach it to a welcome bag for those who travel to be at your wedding. You can also print out a welcome letter and place it on the table at your reception to let your guests know how much it means for you that they can make it to your wedding.
- Adobe Reader DC (free download)
- Instant Download templates
- Desktop or laptop computer
- Printer
- White or Kraft card stock at least 100 lb
- Scissors
Instructions:
Edit the template in Adobe Reader DC. Print and trim following the trim lines using scissors or a paper trimmer. Attach to your welcome bags or place on each guest’s table top.
2. Seating Plan
A simple seating plan makes it easier to seat your guests at the reception. This individual seating cards are easy to display on a table, a large frame or mirror, a cork board. You can also attach the cards on a string and display them on the wall.
- Adobe Reader DC (free download)
- Instant Download templates
- Desktop or laptop computer
- Printer
- White or Kraft card stock at least 100 lb
- Scissors
- Frame, mirror, or cork board
- Metal wires or twines
- Paper punch
Instructions:
Edit the template in Adobe Reader DC. Print and trim following the trim lines using scissors or a paper trimmer. Display on a frame, a mirror, or a cork board
3. Fun Signs
Print your own signs to display at your wedding! From bar signs to guestbook and bathroom signs, this project is easy to do in minutes.
- Adobe Reader DC (free download)
- Instant Download templates
- Desktop or laptop computer
- Printer
- White or Kraft card stock or photo paper
- Photo Frame
Instructions:
Edit the template in Adobe Reader DC and print. Display in a nice photo frame.
4. Wedding Day Cards
Writing a meaningful, heartfelt message to your spouse on your wedding day is a fun tradition as you begin this wonderful journey together. You can also use it to write down your vows to each other.
- Adobe Reader DC (free download)
- Instant Download templates
- Desktop or laptop computer
- Printer
- White or Kraft card stock or photo paper
- Scissors
- Bone Folder
Instructions:
Edit the template in Adobe Reader DC and print. Trim the cards and fold in half following the guidelines, using your hand or a bone folder.
5. Wedding Program Fans
Create a wedding program that doubles as a fan that your guests can use during the ceremony.
- Adobe Reader DC (free download)
- Instant Download templates
- Desktop or laptop computer
- Printer
- White or Kraft card stock or photo paper
- Scissors
- Corner Punch – optional
- Wooden craft sticks
- Glue
- Bone Folder
Instructions:
Edit the template in Adobe Reader DC and print. Trim and fold the program in half following the guidelines, using your hand or a bone folder. Attach to a wooden craft stick. Optional: use a corner punch to create rounded corners.
6. Favor Tags
Attach custom tags to your wedding favors or welcome gifts.
- Adobe Reader DC (free download)
- Instant Download templates
- Desktop or laptop computer
- Printer
- White or Kraft card stock or photo paper
- Scissors
- Paper punch
- Metal eyelets
- Twine Rope
Instructions:
Edit the template in Adobe Reader DC. Print and trim following the trim lines using scissors or a paper trimmer. Punch a hole on the top, center of each tag, and attach a metal eyelet. Use a twine rope to attach the tag to your wedding favors or gifts.
7. Menu, Table Numbers, and Place Cards
It’s easy to make your table top shine with DIY menu cards, table numbers, and/or place cards.
- Adobe Reader DC (free download)
- Instant Download templates
- Desktop or laptop computer
- Printer
- White or Kraft card stock or photo paper
- Place card holders
- Photo frame
- Scissors
- Scissors
Instructions:
Edit the template in Adobe Reader DC. Print and trim following the trim lines using scissors or a paper trimmer. Display on the reception tables using frames and place card holders.