There are many design elements that make up a great rustic wedding. From perfectly designed centerpieces to a beautiful outdoor ceremony, the right rustic wedding aesthetic will always make for Pinterest-worthy pictures. Today we are going to talk about different types of rustic signage and how they can add to your outdoor barn wedding!
1. Chalkboard Sandwich Signs
One of my favorite types of signs is a simple chalkboard sandwich sign. We made these signs out of plywood, chalkboard paint, and rough cut cedar boards.
“The best thing about chalkboard signs is that they can be customized for each event!”
There are many uses for chalkboard signs. They make great options for event day schedules, seating charts, menus, drink lists, and more. The best thing about chalkboard signs is that they can be customized for each event! Did the menu change? No problem, erase the writing and start again! Chalkboard signs give you the perfect rustic look without the permanence of painted signs!
“I guess learning cursive in elementary school finally paid off!”
To get the fancy calligraphy look on your chalkboard signs, use a chalk marker instead of regular chalk. The chalk marker let’s you write much easier and gives you a cleaner line. Also, if you aren’t confident in your letter design, download some fancy calligraphy fonts and design your sign beforehand on a word processing program. While your sign might not turn out perfect, part of the rustic wedding appeal is having an authentic hand-written sign rather than a simple computer printout. You can always hire an artist to design your sign as well! I guess learning cursive in elementary school finally paid off!
2. Direction Signs
Direction signs set up a fairytale atmosphere at the venue. These signs take me back to my childhood obsession with the Alice in Wonderland cartoon when she is lost in the woods. In addition to being a great photo-op, the signs are also useful as they can point guests in the right direction for important areas around the venue. In large, farm-style venues it’s not always clear which direction to go. If you don’t have a guest greeter for your event, direction signs can play an important role in helping guests find their way.
“These signs take me back to my childhood obsession with the Alice in Wonderland cartoon when she is lost in the woods.”
3. Painted Wedding Signs
“The signs can be customized for your event, or just a generic wedding sign.”
Simple painted wedding signs on a wooden plank are no doubt the easiest signs to create for an event. All that you need to make these signs is: a nice plank of wood, some exterior latex acrylic paint, and a paintbrush. The signs can be customized for your event, or just a generic wedding sign.
Some of my favorite custom signs are: the couple’s initials, wedding hashtag, favorite quote, couple’s last names, etc.. some of my favorite generic signs: wedding, Mr. & Mrs., love, popular wedding quotes (i.e. pick a seat not a side..., love is patient...), etc..
Some of my favorite custom signs are: the couple’s initials, wedding hashtag, favorite quote, couple’s last names, etc.. some of my favorite generic signs: wedding, Mr. & Mrs., love, popular wedding quotes (i.e. pick a seat not a side..., love is patient...), etc..
4. Overall
Signs can add so much to your outdoor wedding or event. There are many different types signs, each adding a unique design element.
Is there another type of sign that you would like to see at a wedding? Leave a comment and let us know! Also, if you would like to set up a tour of Cypress Creek Event Venue or book your event date, contact us and check out our wedding packages!
Is there another type of sign that you would like to see at a wedding? Leave a comment and let us know! Also, if you would like to set up a tour of Cypress Creek Event Venue or book your event date, contact us and check out our wedding packages!
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