Creating a Unique Wedding Guest Book
The guest book is one of the key elements that make weddings more meaningful. It not only holds memories that will be cherished along with the matrimonial pictures, it’s also a memoir from the people who were there to witness and celebrate one of the most glorious days of your life. Therefore, it must be kept unique, tidy and reflective of the personality of the bride and groom.
For those on a tight budget, store bought guest books are often the only choice. Simple guest books will cost around $10, but these will be really bare and plain. More extravagant ones will go for $50 to $100, depending on the materials and accents used. One great tip for brides and grooms, who do not want to spend so much for a guest book, is to buy a simple one that they can decorate themselves. They can use old photos with friends, relatives and co-workers to paste on the pages of the guest book. These could also be a great way to make the book tidy, as people will know where to sign when they see their pictures.
Scrapbook shops often have truly unique wedding guest books for sale; these could already be assembled or still part of a kit that couples can put together. Projects like these often take time, and it will be a chance for the bride and groom to work on something that they can cherish for the rest of their lives.
Some wedding photographers already offer a guest book as part of their package. These are great, as you are open to a lot of options instead of the usual templates used with store bought ones. Ask the photographer to capture candid shots of you and your soon-to-be spouse. You can also add a romantic touch by putting old photos of you and your partner so that the guests can see for themselves what a wonderful couple you make. Pictures of relatives and friends can also be included, to bond the families and friends together.
There are a lot of wedding shops that offer to create wedding guest books for a hefty price. Prices vary, from $100 to $500, again depending on the materials. There are some gold-plated and adorned with crystals. For a Green theme, recycled materials can be used. Some are more outlandish than others, but nonetheless appealing. Personalized guest books are great because there will be no one else with the same design, as it will be made just for you.
Pens should be included when you buy a wedding guest book package, either from the store or from gift shops; because the paper will be different. Look for one that comes with a pen so that you do not have to deal with smudges or erasures.
If you would like to create your own unique wedding guest, the sky is the limit when it comes to designs. Remember that it’s your wedding, and your decision will always prevail. Do what will make you happy, and what you think will create life long memories about your wedding day.