DIY Table Numbers

I loved doing this DIY project for my wedding!  I used a lot of vintage, antique type details, and I wanted my table numbers to literally be numbers - old home address numbers.  But I had a hard time finding actual old numbers to use, so I had to buy new ones and make them old.

Materials:

• Address numbers (enough to make all the numbers for your table numbers)
• Frames (one for each table)
• Material for backing in the frames
• Glue gun & glue sticks
• Antiquing paint
• Sandpaper

I bought 15 cheap frames from Michaels.  Then I got all of my table numbers from Lowes.  I was using a specific lace fabric for some other projects, so I used leftovers from that as the backing fabric, which I bought at Joann's Fabrics.

First, I "aged" my table numbers.

Next, remove the glass from the frames, cover the backing in fabric and glue in place.  Let the glue dry and then put the backing back in the frame.  Then you can glue the number onto the backing in the frame.  Make sure to do it while the frame is on so you are sure the numbers will fit. 

And here was my finished product:

Has anyone else done a creative DIY table number project?

It's in the Details: Vintage Books

Lately, vintage books have been popping up all over, especially in engagement shoots.  While I fall more on the side of organically fun engagement photos that show you as a couple vs. styled engagement shoots (I love looking at the styled shoots, but to me an engagement photo is supposed to capture the couple, not the props), my husband collects vintage books, so I am wishing we had used some in our photos somewhere.  Whether in engagement photos, or on your wedding day, vintage books are a fun and affordable way (check flea markets and yard sales!) of adding some vintage flair to your day.

Props in a picnic engagement shoot

Top Left:  Stephanie Williams, Right: Caroline Tran via Green Wedding Shoes

Bottom Left: Maile Lani, Right: Adrienne Gunde

Left:  Shannon Nicole Smith, Right:  Stephanie Williams

In your centerpiece decor

Left:  Via Once Wed, Right:  Ritzy Bee Events

As placecards and favors

By Feather Love

The Image is Found via Style Me Pretty

As wedding invitations (yes, these are real wedding invitations!)

Jessica Claire (and go here to see more on these incredible invitations)

Left:  Via Ruffled, Right:  Adam Barnes Fine Art Photography

Via Classic Bride

As DIY table numbers

From Bird and Banner via Once Wed

And these are just cool

Via Inspired Goodness

I want to stress that any DIY projects involving vintage books should include only books that are damaged, missing pages, etc.  Do NOT destroy books in good condition... 

It's in the Details: Chalkboards, plus a DIY project!

I love the DIY feel and laid back vibe of chalkboards in weddings.  You can use them for so many different things, and can "dress them up" or keep them low key.  Here are some of my favorite uses:

To display seating assignments, in lieu of escort cards:

Left:  Sarah Yates Photography, Right:  Harper Smith Photography

As Escort Cards:

By Sean Walker Photography

Drink or Signature Cocktail Menu:

Left: Jenny Ebert, Right: Jennifer Roper Photography

For messages for your photo booth guestbook:

Top: Jen Fariello, Bottom:  Nichols Photography

To explain your photo booth:

Via Southern Weddings

For Menus or games:

Top:  Sarah K. Chen, Bottom:  Via Once Wed

For Various Wedding Signage:

Left:  W. Scott Chester Photography, Right: Heather Kincaid

Bride and Groom signage (for photos, thank you cards, etc.):

Top:  Shannon Nicole Smith, Right:  By Sarah Maren via 100 Layer Cake

To explain a tribute to a loved one (and I love this tribute idea):

Twin Lens Photography

As table numbers:

Via Snippet & Ink

The table number above is also a great DIY project.  Find candle holders that have a smooth surface.  Paint them with chalkboard paint (available at any craft store).  Once the paint dries, you can write the table number in chalk.  Put in a candle, and voila, DIY candle holders / table numbers.  LOVE this idea!

What are your favorite chalkboard uses?

It's in the Details: Nature Inspired Elements

I love these ideas for incorporating nature and woodland elements into your wedding day.  It would be perfect for an outdoor wedding and a green and brown color palette.  I could style a wedding around that ring pillow alone!

Top Row:  Table number by Orchard Cove Photography, ring nest photo (and bird toppers and card sign) by Jennifer Roper, bird cake toppers by cotton bird designs, fern photo via Snippet & Ink

Middle Row:  Cake by Orchard Cove Photography, card sign by Tilde Designs, chair photo by Jasmine Star

Bottom Row:  programs photo by Jasmine Star, invitation by Peculiar Pair Press, table setting photo by Sean Walker via Style Me Pretty, ring pillow photo by Jasmine Star