This New Yarn Wedding Decor Trend Is Perfect for Fall and Winter
Regardless of the look you’re going for, whether it’s modern minimalist or bohemian chic, you can *finally* achieve the wedding you’ve always dreamed of with a common fall wedding trend. Cue yarn decor. That’s right, this crafting essential is *the* textured element your wedding needs to step up its decor game. Looking for a unique sendoff? Try pom-pom confetti. In need of a dreamy installation? Make a romantic yarn chandelier. Thanks to its versatility and budget-friendliness, you can bet yarn decor will stick around all through fall and winter’s most stylish weddings. Scroll on for more ideas on how to bring this fall wedding trend to life.
1. Rainbow of Pom-Poms: You’re not one to stray from color, so incorporate bright and bold yarn pom-poms into your wedding decor for a color explosion. Line your ceremony aisle with poms (just pop them on top of wooden skewers), and wedge a few into your bouquet. If you want to go all-out with the theme, create a floral crown featuring these adorable fuzzies. (via Alex & Cammy Photography / Offbeat Bride)
2. DIY God’s Eye Bouquet: This long-stemmed variation on a God’s Eye is the centerpiece you didn’t know your wedding needed. If you’re looking for something colorful, unique and way more affordable than traditional flowers, this DIY bouquet is the one to make. (via Adventures in the Making)
3. DIY Pom-Pom Letters: Your wedding signs may earn the “Most Creative Wedding of the Year” title with this DIY. Give your menu, bar and hashtag signs a fun, quirky feel using mini pom-pom balls and cardboard letters. (via Bespoke Bride)
4. Braided Chandelier: Create a natural, earthy style with a DIY chandelier made of yarn, using colors from your wedding palette. Aside from the vibrancy it offers, the braided decoration can be used to hold guests’ wedding wishes. (via KT Crabb Photography / 100 Layer Cake)
5. String Art: Transform your reception halls with a string art design that’ll leave your guests floored. Though this installation wasn’t made using yarn, it can easily be achieved with this textured alternative. (via Lauren Michelle Events)
6. Embroidery Hoop Wall Decor: If you’re a crafty chick, try your hand at making these pretty pastel embroidery hoops to give your wedding a sweet, feminine feel. Combine floral fabric, pastel-hued yarn and hoops of varying sizes to recreate this look. (via Apryl Ann Photography / Wedding Chicks)
7. Pom-Pom Send Off: For a non-traditional wedding send off, prepare bags of homemade yarn pom-poms for your guests to throw during the recessional. It may take some time, but the cute and colorful wedding photos will definitely make it worth it. (via Wayne Yuan Photography / Style Me Pretty)
8. DIY Pom-Pom Napkin Rings: Using a pom-pom maker or your fingers, make ordinary pom-poms. Then tie them onto a small hair tie for these stylish napkin rings. (via Art Bar)
9. DIY String Chandeliers: Not gonna lie, this DIY can get a little messy, so lay out a tarp or some newspapers before starting your project. Use balloons, glue, twine or yarn to make these ethereal lanterns for your wedding. (via Wednesday Inc / Ruffled)
10. Centerpiece:Step up your wedding tablescape with a unique centerpiece, like this one that’s made from stiffened yarn and vibrant flowers. Get the look by inflating a balloon, wrapping white or colored yarn around it and spraying it with fabric stiffener. Once it’s dried, pop the balloon and you’ll be left with one-of-a-kind tabletop decor. (via Holidappy)
11. DIY Yarn Poofball Wedding Decor: Tired of the same-old flower arrangements? Glue DIY yarn pom-poms to wooden sticks for a textured, organic centerpiece alternative. (via Anthony Carbajal / Offbeat Bride)
12. Yarn Backdrop With Floral Accents: Add dimension to your hanging yarn backdrop with paint and painters tape. Go for a stylish chevron look, like the one above, or experiment with other fun patterns. (via Deer Pearl Flowers)
13. Yarn Chandelier: Dig the romantic simplicity of a rustic countryside wedding aesthetic? Get the look with a textured yarn chandelier. Take the look to the next level with vintage decor, like kilim rugs, colored glass votives and antique china. (via Love, The Nelsons / Free People)
14. Crocheted Cactus Favors: Treat guests with crocheted cacti favors that *literally* require no maintenance. If you have a large number of guests, stick to making one crocheted cactus centerpiece for each table. (via Milou + Olin Photography / 100 Layer Cake)
15. DIY Ombre Yarn Succulents: Don’t send guests home with ordinary succulents. Give each favor a customized touch with pots wrapped in ombre yarn. (via Elli)
16. Geometric Backdrop Sign: Inspired by this couple’s love for running, this gorgeous backdrop reads “I run to you.” Choose a word or phrase that similarly rings with meaning for the both of you, then place it on top of your own beautiful backdrop. (via Brandon Kidd Photography / Green Wedding Shoes)
17. Colorful Floral Backdrop: If you’re all about adding color and texture to your wedding decor, make sure to include this chic display. The best part is the versatility: Whether you decide to place it indoors or outdoors, it’ll definitely spruce up your wedding space. (via Cedarwood Weddings)
18. Balls of Yarn Chandelier: Achieve the coolest chandelier *ever* using balls of yarn, balloons, fabric stiffener, glue and fishing line. For a cohesive theme, bring the look to each of your guests’ tables with colorful balls of yarn. (via Sarah Yates Photography / Green Wedding Shoes)
19. DIY Monogram Stick Ornaments: Create these adorable monogram ornaments using budget-friendly scrap spools of yarn. Bend wire in the shape of the letter you want, wind yarn around the wire and secure the yarn with a dab of glue. The end result will be adorable personal decorations or wedding favors. (via 3 Squeezes)
20. Textured Hoops: These suspended hoops provide the perfect foundation for whimsical DIY installations. Switch off from hanging flowers to braided yarn pieces to get this dreamy bohemian-chic aesthetic. (via Annamarie Akins Photography / Green Wedding Shoes)
21. Fence Wall Art: Use wool yarn and nails to achieve this homespun wonder. Say anything you want, from a sentimental phrase to your first names. (via Jasmine Fitzwilliam / Beyond Beyond)
22. Modern Organic:Inspired by Scandinavian design, this minimalistic backdrop is made of white and cream colored wool yarn strung from a copper pole. To give it a soft, romantic touch, add a lush green garland to the top. (via Danfredo Photos + Films / Ruffled)
23. DIY Suspended Tassel Backdrop: You’ll be feeling blue in the *best* way possible with this gorgeous DIY backdrop at your wedding. Use varying shades of blue yarn to bring this elegant bohemian aesthetic to your ceremony or photobooth backdrop. (via Anna Naphtali / Ruffled)
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