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10 Ways to Get Artsy With Your Wedding Planning

10 Ways to Get Artsy With Your Wedding Planning

When it comes to wedding planning, we’ll be looking for any way we can to put a fun, painterly spin on all the deets. Even better when the ideas actually seem stolen from an arts supplies store (um, paint brush place settings we’re looking at you!). From watercolor-splashed gowns to bold, colorful backdrops, here are 10 of our absolute fave ways to make a creative statement with DIY wedding ideas on your special day.


1. Watercolor Gown: Wear a nontraditional dress that’s a bona fide knockout. This gorgeous gown has us swooning all over the place. (via Kathryn Conover)

2. DIY Colorful Backdrop: There’s no need for a flower wall when you’ve got a bright and bold backdrop. Make your own using this tutorial as a guide — how amazing would those shapes look with an ombre effect applied? (via A Practical Wedding)

3. Watercolor Thank You Cards ($18): You’re gonna have a lot of people to show some love to post-wedding day. Our advice? Make sure the cards are just as lovely as the sentiments inside.

4. DIY Painted Table Numbers: These fun plexiglass table numbers are a great way to add a bit of whimsy and showcase DIY chops all at once. Try different patterns on each to change things up. (via Oh Joy!)

5. Oversized Flower: Hit the aisle with something unexpected. A single handcrafted bloom in hand is a lovely accompaniment, and adds a surreal feel to photos. (via Sloan Photography)

6. Painted Place Settings: Take that theme all the way home with painted place settings. These plates are adorable and will make your wedding meal all the more memorable. (via Ruffled)

7. Painted Cake: This sweet brush-stroked cake looks almost too beautiful to eat (JK! Cake is never too pretty to be eaten). We’re sure this stunning dessert was a huge hit. (via Clean Plate Pictures)

8. Watercolor Letterpress Invitations: Watercolor is so having a moment right now. Take on the trend at home with these DIY invites. (via Minted)

9. Bottle Table Numbers: Since getting engaged, you’ve definitely had a few toasts toasts made in your honor. Repurpose those bottles to make these table numbers. (via Almost Makes Perfect)

10. Painted Votive Favors: Votives are a classic wedding favor. Give them a little twist with paint, then prepare to hear from your guests about how pretty they look with candles inside. (via Once Wed)

Do you have a wedding theme? Tell us what you’re planning in the comments!

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