DIY Table Number Ideas

DIY Table Number Ideas for a Wedding

Making your own table numbers for a wedding is a fun and personalized way to add a special touch to your big day. let these DIY table number ideas add a little interest to your party table settings. You can use some of these ideas for table numbers, place card holders, or food labels as well. Here’s a simple guide with creative ideas to help you design beautiful and unique table numbers:

Creative Ideas for Table Number Designs

• Vintage Postcards: Print the table numbers on vintage-style postcards with floral or retro designs.
• Wooden Signs: If you want a rustic or outdoor vibe, consider using small wooden slices with numbers painted on them.
• Watercolor Style: If you enjoy watercolor art, you can use watercolor backgrounds for each table number to give a dreamy, artistic look.
• Polaroid Style: Use a Polaroid picture frame for your table numbers and place photos from your relationship or engagement as the backdrop.
• Glass Bottles or Jars: Place a small number (handwritten or printed) inside a glass bottle, mason jar, or small vase filled with flowers or greenery.
• Floating Frames: Use floating glass frames for a modern look, where the number appears to be suspended in air.

Use pictures of the bride and groom when they were the ages corresponding to the table number.

Materials You Might Need:

• Cardstock or thick paper (for sturdiness)
• Markers or pens (for writing numbers or designs)
• Decorative elements (ribbons, flowers, glitter, etc.)
• Scissors or paper cutter
• Craft glue or double-sided tape
• Stickers or stencils
• Frames or stands

Steps to Make Your Own Table Numbers:

Decide on the Design Style

Think about your wedding theme and colors. Your table numbers should match or complement your overall decor. Some popular styles include:

• Rustic: Use wood slices, burlap, and natural elements.
• Elegant: Go for metallic finishes, elegant fonts, and delicate details.
• Whimsical: Use playful fonts, bright colors, or fun elements like flowers or lace.
• Vintage: Incorporate vintage lace, old book pages, or retro fonts.
• Minimalist: Simple and clean designs with modern fonts and a touch of greenery or subtle accents.

Consider a Shape

Rectangular: Standard and easy to frame or mount on stands.
Circular: Round numbers look playful and unique.
Unique Shapes: Consider using custom shapes like hearts, stars, or even a floral design.

Design the Numbers

Use software like Canva, Adobe Spark, or even Microsoft Word to design your numbers. Choose a font that matches your wedding theme (elegant script, bold, or modern). Add decorative elements like florals, greenery, or a border around the number. For a more DIY feel, hand-letter the numbers using markers, paint, or a calligraphy pen. This gives a personal touch to the design.

Cut Out Your Numbers

Once your design is finalized, carefully cut out the table numbers using scissors or a paper cutter to make clean edges. If you’re making a larger display, consider using a foam board or cardboard as the base for a sturdier stand-up number.

Add Decorative Elements

• Ribbons: Tie a small ribbon around the top or sides of the number for a touch of elegance.
• Florals: Add small paper flowers, silk flowers, or even real dried flowers to the corners or edges.
• Glitter or Paint: Use glitter, metallic markers, or paint to highlight the number or border.
• Beads or Sequins: Decorate the edges or fill in certain areas with beads or sequins for extra sparkle.

Mounting Your Table Numbers

On Stands: If you want to stand the numbers up on the tables, attach the numbers to a small easel, frame, or wooden block. You can find small picture frames at craft stores, or you can even make your own out of wood.
On Bases: Attach the numbers to a base like a small piece of wood, or use a wine cork for a rustic touch.
Holders: For a simple and elegant look, use photo holders or memo clips to display the table numbers. You can even decorate the clips with ribbon or flowers.

Final Touches

If you want to create a more cohesive look, consider adding the same design elements used on your wedding invites (such as color palette or fonts) to your table numbers. If your wedding has a theme, such as a garden or beach wedding, use relevant imagery like leaves, seashells, or other small elements to highlight the numbers.

More Tips

Consistency- Keep your design style consistent across all the table numbers so that they complement each other.
Test It- Before you finalize the design, print or display one of the numbers and see how it looks in the actual wedding space.
Font Size- Make sure the numbers are large enough to be easily readable from a distance, especially if your venue has long tables.
Display Position- Think about where the table numbers will sit—on the table, at the center, or slightly elevated—and adjust your design for visibility.

Creating your own table numbers adds a personal, creative element to your wedding decor. If you want, you can even make it a fun craft project to do with family or friends in the lead-up to the wedding!