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DIY Wedding Details | 10 DIY “I Do” Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado

October 21, 2016 July 20, 2017 From the Hip Photo2 comments4477 views

When it comes to weddings, it really is all in the DIYtails! We’ve seen our fair share of homemade invitations, handprinted save the dates, and centerpieces arranged by the couple themselves. Pinterest, we love you. We also love the idea of adding personalized touches of unique DIY wedding details to your big day! Check out 10 of our all-time favorite DIY “I Do” ideas from our real weddings below.

1. Updo It Yourself

Add a rustic, personal touch to your wedding day hairstyle with a homemade flower crown. There’s nothing more trendy in boho fashion than a tiara of tuberoses, and crafting one is easier than you might think!

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo
DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

2. Chalk It Up To Love

Spell out your couple love story with fancy chalk and a stylish chalkboard. We love how authentic handwriting can play a part in your wedding theme like the one below or during the main event like this one!

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

3. Speaking of Signs

We definitely want s’more of these sweet sentiments! Remember, to tell you guests where all the delicious treats and fun activities are with cute, personality-filled signs.

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo
DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo
DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

4. Floral Favor Favorites

‘Let love grow’ with darling DIY wedding details and favors, such as seeds from your favorite flowers! The setup and cost will be a breeze, but guests will adore the sentiment. P.S. Note the lavender-sprinkled burlap tablecloth paired with a delicate lace table runner to complete this Colorado wedding’s rustic outdoor theme.

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

5. Pretty Painted Pieces

Handpainted table cards or mason jars can be perfectly subtle touches for some DIY wedding details. Utilize stencils, glitter, and different application methods for personalized perfection! These sweet table toppers will charm your guests!

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo
DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

6. Faux Florals

Flowers that aren’t actually flowers make a lasting keepsake and, not to mention, a beautiful backdrop for those close-up ring shots. Plus, they won’t wilt throughout the day! Get in on the trend with a design you can do yourself like these crocheted petals or get to cutting to create the perfect paper bouquet.

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo
DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo
DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

7. Eat, Drink & Be Married

Sparkles, ribbons, and sweet slogans can take a classic DIY project to the next level. Collect loving sentiments and well-wishes from guests with a craftable wedding card box like this cake-like one or this hot air balloon themed one. See more adorable DIY inspired fun like the hot air balloon card box from this small Colorado wedding here Spoiler alert! Their proposal happened during a hot air balloon ride!

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo
DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

8. Snap It, Share It, Frame It

Add a vintage touch with an easy-to-customize picture frame you can paint and sand yourself! Throw in a customized wedding hashtag and your celebration is sure to be a smashing success. Guests will provide a completely different perspective to your big day, so just be prepared for all the possibilities!

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

9. Beautiful Botanicals

Make your own mason jar bouquets for a charmingly adorable aesthetic! Or, keep the mason jars for drinking your custom couple cocktail and swap them for a succulent planter like the one below.

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo
DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

10. Lasting Love Letters

Give guests a fun and personal way to write messages to you two! We love the simple yet creative approach these couples took with a hangable letter block and Sharpies and this coloring book style guest book, which can both be displayed easily on a wall.

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo
DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo

DIY Wedding Details | Ideas From Real Weddings Colorado Wedding Photography | From the Hip Photo


DIY Wedding Details

Our favorite part of any wedding is seeing the couple reflected in every single detail! Throughout the day, guests are beautifully reminded of the couple’s unique personality and the things that are most important to them. If you ask us, there’s absolutely nothing better than a handful of thoughtfully darling DIY wedding details and designs!

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