Stylish People Do It Unconsciously! A Mindset for Creating a Welcome Space from Scratch

2020.08.14 published

How to Create a Welcome Space

The welcome space at a wedding is a free space created according to the preferences of the bride.

Nowadays, there are many stylish examples of welcome spaces available online and on social media, and it has become common to refer to those for inspiration to decorate in a personal style...

However, there are certainly those who wish to create a space from scratch that they can proudly say, "I made this!" rather than merely copying a completed welcome space!

The fashionable brides that everyone looks up to have a certain axis of individuality, which is what attracts so many people.

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In this article, we will introduce the "mindset for creating a stylish welcome space from scratch" for those who want to think of original decorations rather than just tracing items and embellishments.

Once you understand the steps, all that's left is to express your own worldview!

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1. Think About What to Focus On

When thinking about the decorations for a welcome space, it’s common to start by deciding on a theme or style.

However, when we who are not professionals think about displays from scratch, it’s a shortcut to first determine the "main item to decorate." Instead of getting caught up in vague terms like "cute" or "cool," simply decide on what will be the focus.

For example, if you decide that "photos" will be the main item, you will arrange a display with many photo frames.

If you decide on "flowers," how to arrange the flowers and the kind of vases to use will become important.

If you decide on a "welcome board," you'll need to choose items that will elegantly showcase the board without overpowering it.

Even if "chic" is the theme, a welcome space with many photos displayed will differ entirely from a welcome space with the welcome board taking center stage.

When looking for stylish welcome space examples for inspiration, being conscious of "what is the main focus" rather than searching by taste might lead to better hints for decoration.

2. Decide on the Details of the Taste

Once you’ve decided on what to focus on, solidify the taste in your mind.

It’s important to establish a stable personal preference before actually purchasing items!

For instance, even if your theme is "natural," think specifically about the ratio of green to flowers, the depth of the green, and the types of small items to combine.

@bride28am

Is it a sophisticated natural look or a cozy, rustic style?

Will you include rustic elements such as dried flowers or not?

Explore your preferences in detail, beyond just the broad framework of the taste.

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3. Think About Specific Items

Once you have a clear image of the specific taste, think about what items you will gather.

If you wander into stores without ideas, you might end up purchasing unnecessary items or settling for things you don’t love.

☑ A candle holder about 15 cm tall

☑ An A5 size gold photo frame

Ideally, you should have a mental list of necessary items prepared! ♡

Professional coordinators usually prepare only after clearly imagining what items they’ll use and how they will display them.

Using a sketchbook to visualize the ideas in your head is also a good recommendation.

Nowadays, it's easy to gather information, so research in advance where and what items are sold before heading out to shop!

At marry, we also introduce many recommended items from budget-friendly shops favored by brides! ♩

If you have time before the wedding day, visiting various stores to find items you truly love can be a delightful experience.

The items displayed in your wedding’s welcome space will carry special memories themselves.

Rather than immediately selling them on a marketplace app, it would be lovely to collect items you can cherish for a lifetime. ♡

4. Decide on the Arrangement of Items

Once you have gathered the items, designate a corner of the room as the welcome space and arrange them.

As you gradually set up the items you’ve acquired, you might realize, "I need taller items," or "I want an accent item," which will highlight areas for improvement.

The ability to experiment with display methods is also a benefit! ♡

Once you find a decoration method that feels right, take a photo and submit it to your planner as a "display instruction sheet."

@coco_wdng

Start by Thinking Thoroughly ♡

I’ve shared my thoughts on creating a welcome space from scratch.

~Mindset~

1. Think about what to focus on

2. Decide on the details of the taste

3. Think about specific items to purchase

4. Decide on the arrangement of items

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If you take your time thinking through steps 1 and 2, the only thing left to do is take action.

Create a wonderful welcome space that expresses your unique worldview!

@moo.shii.wedding_0222