Hey there, fellow wedding planners! Are you looking for ways to add a touch of rustic charm to your wedding reception? Well, you’re in luck because I’ve got some amazing rustic wedding DIYs that will take your reception game to the next level. From DIY centerpieces to escort cards to seating charts, here are 5 rustic wedding DIYs that you can easily do yourself.

1. DIY Rustic Centerpieces 🌸

No rustic wedding is complete without some beautiful centerpieces that showcase an abundance of nature’s beauty. And what better way to do that than with DIY rustic centerpieces! Gather some mason jars, twine, wildflowers, and some faux greenery to create your centerpiece masterpiece.

💡Tip: To give your centerpieces an even more rustic feel, carve a small heart and the couple’s initials onto a wooden slice to place underneath the mason jars.

A beautiful image of a rustic centerpiece with wildflowers, mason jars, and wooden slices

2. DIY Rustic Escort Cards 📜

Give your guests a warm welcome by crafting DIY rustic escort cards. All you need are some large wooden slices, a wood burning tool, and writable paint pens. Slice the wood into even circles, use the wood burning tool to write names and table numbers, and offer guests the option to take their slice as a keepsake as they arrive at the reception.

💡Tip: To make this craft even easier for larger events, consider printing out name cards with a faux wooden background!

A display of a DIY rustic escort card table with wooden slices arranged in a wooden bin, painted with table numbers and names

3. DIY Rustic Seating Chart 🖌️

Rustic seating charts are often made from a large wooden piece with paper or cardstock seating cards attached with ribbon or twine. But, for a unique touch, you can add in a little bit of color! Simply paint a large floral wreath on the wooden piece, and then attach paper seating cards to the wreath with miniature clothespins or twine.

💡Tip: Consider adding some extra greenery by attaching a mini potted plant to each seating card to serve as a guest favor!

A beautiful display of a rustic seating chart with a floral wreath painted on the board and paper seating cards attached with twine and miniature clothespins

4. DIY Rustic Party Favors 🎁

When it comes to rustic party favors, the possibilities are endless. Some ideas include mini potted plants, honey jars, or even homemade candles. But why stop there? Create some rustic-themed treat bags using kraft paper bags and twine, or larger burlap sacks for a more elevated option. Fill the sacks with goodies that reflect your wedding’s style and theme.

💡Tip: If you’re on a tight budget, consider making homemade cookies or fudge and wrapping them up in kraft paper packaging with a thank you note for your guests.

A picture of a rustic party favor table, with honey jars and mini potted plants on display

5. DIY Rustic Photo Booth 📸

Nowadays, photo booths are a must-have at any wedding reception, and what better way to create a rustic photo booth experience than with a DIY version. All you need is a wooden frame, some faux greenery, and some flower crowns and props. You can even introduce a Polaroid camera to provide instant keepsakes for your wedding guests!

💡Tip: Use fairy lights or string lights as your photo booth backdrop for a dreamy nighttime photo opportunity.

A beautiful photo of a rustic, DIY photo booth with a wooden frame, fairy lights, and greenery decorations

With these five rustic wedding DIYs, you’re sure to elevate your reception game and create an unforgettable, charming wedding that your guests will talk about for years to come! Happy crafting, wedding planners! 🌿💍

A beautiful collage of the 5 different rustic wedding DIYs described in the blog post