Yay for finally getting to do another Wedding Wednesday! I love getting to reminisce about my wedding and know how much money we saved by making so many of the decorations instead of buying them. I hope that this inspires you to do the same for your wedding. Today I want to share a few DIY projects that I did for our wedding.
First up DIY Chalkboard Menu
What you need:
- frame (I used an old one but you could buy one)
- chalkboard paint
- spray paint (any color you want)
- chalk and/or chalk makers
Process:
First you want to wipe the frame and glass clean of any dust or dirt. Let it dry. Take apart the frame from the glass. I sprayed the frame first but it doesn't have to be done in the same order. Lightly spray to coat the frame until completely covered (about 3 coats should do it). Next do the same with the chalkboard spray. You can buy it in a bucket if you want more to use for something else. Follow the directions for letting it sit before use. Then write away...(like my bridesmaid Sammi)
We used ours for the reception menu but you could use it many ways in the home (chores, to do lists, messages to each other/visitors, etc.)
The second project is DIY Hanging Frames.
What you need:
- Wood frames (can be bought at most craft stores)
- acrylic paint
- sponge brush
- 4x6 and/or 5x7 photos
- wire and clothes pins to hang them
Process:
Pretty self explanatory- Paint the frames. (mine took 2 coats) Let them dry. Insert pictures.
Hang and enjoy :) I used our engagement pictures and painted the frames in our wedding colors. I also used 2 frame sizes for more interest.
To see more of my wedding inspiration, visit my Pinterest page (here)!
OH MY GOSH. NO JOKE I was writing a post today called WEDDING WEDNESDAY but I totally didn't think it was a real thing! haha! I just wanted to talk about my wedding and it happened to be a Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteHaha! Of course there is :) I'm not quite sure who made it up but I love it! You should definitely do a Wedding Wed post...and you can link up here http://www.ahappywifeinnola.com/2013/01/wedding-wednesday-link-up-6.html
DeleteXO Samantha
I found you on Wedding Wednesday! I love your little blog it is so cute & adorable! I cannot wait to read more. I am now following you :) I also loved this post! I love the chalk board for the dinner. Such a great idea & the other idea is just as cute. Such a cute engagement idea :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! Many of my wedding ideas came from Pinterest :) Glad you stopped in! Can't wait to talk more
DeleteXO Samantha
This is so fun...the pictures hanging from the tree are genius!!! Man, I wish I could go and get hitched alllllll over again. Your blog is presh!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much girl! I wish I could relive it...everyone said it would fly by but I didn't believe them!
DeleteXO Samantha
Oh my gosh, I LOVE this!! What beautiful decor--I especially love the frames in the trees. I was married two weeks ago so I'll definitely swing by your link up next week--and I'm your newest follower :)
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU! Congratulations :)
DeleteThis looks amazing!! Finding you from the link-up and glad I did! :)
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Jacqueline
Thanks! Glad you stopped by :) I'll be sure to check out your blog as well!!
DeleteXO Samantha
These are adorable projects! I feel like even I could do this (and I don't DIY...). Thanks so much for sharing! xoxo
ReplyDeleteThanks! Love the link-up that you started! You could certainly make these. Be sure to check out my other wedding Wednesday posts as well!
DeleteXO Samantha
The wedding menu on a chalkboard is such a cute idea, and if you can do it by yourself, even better!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I definitely enjoy looking back at my wedding pictures and remembering all of the days spent crafting the decorations!
DeleteXO Samantha