Scroll-Inspired! The Adorable 'Kuru Kuru Seating Chart' Design Everyone is Using Is Highly Recommended!
2015.07.27 published
Have you heard of the "Kurukuru Seating Chart"?
A seating chart that you hand out to each guest at the reception* It informs them about where everyone is sitting, the love story of the newlyweds, and today's menu, but right now rolling these seating charts into scrolls is all the rage!
Like a treasure map*
The idea of the rolled seating chart is much like an ancient map that tells pirates where to find treasures at the bottom of the sea♡
Or like Cinderella's scroll*
Or it resembles the scroll read by the castle messenger in Cinderella's story, announcing the ball♩
It looks like it might contain a magic spell♡
It's also reminiscent of an important scroll featuring secret spells from wizard stories like Harry Potter.*
Here are four points to create a cute "Kurukuru Seating Chart"*
[DIY Point 1] Standardize the size of the scroll's rings!
When making a handmade Kurukuru seating chart, the most important and somewhat challenging aspect is to "make sure all the scrolls are the same thickness (width)."*
To ensure that all the guests' scrolls are the same thickness, you must unify the size of the string or ribbon used to tie the scrolls. It's a good idea to create a prototype scroll of one thickness, or use a wine bottle or similar to adjust the size of the ribbon or string loops.*
For those who think, "That sounds annoying...," it's recommended to use cute rubber bands or hair ties available at 100-yen stores. They will be exactly the same width, and it's easy for guests to neatly re-roll and take them home after untying the seating chart!♡
Cute ribbons or strings to hold the rolled seating chart are essential for handmade Kurukuru seating charts.* Natural jute twine gives a casual impression♡
Fluffy green leaves are also cute♡
Satin ribbons are a sophisticated idea for adults.*
Adding a sealing stamp is also stylish♩ Brown ribbon on a craft paper seating chart with a red sealing stamp pairs perfectly!♡
[DIY Point 3] Make the front side of the scroll cute too♡
You’ll want the front side of the paper that becomes the outer layer when rolled up to be cute as well♡ It's nice to design and print the visible side appealingly when rolled.♩
Messages like "Thank you for coming," names of the newlyweds, their anniversary, or photos can be included. Showing the wedding theme or concept is also wonderful!*
It's also cute if today’s menu is visible from the beginning! It's exciting to look forward to the dishes that will be served one by one for the course!♩
[DIY Point 4] Add cute thank-you tags♩
The final touch for your cute scroll-shaped seating chart is to add a cute thank-you tag.*
By adding a customize design thank-you tag from the couple, convey individuality, concept, and gratitude!♡ Use a hole punch to create holes and add eyelets for DIY.*
A rose-shaped thank-you tag* It's super cute and romantic, right?♩
The trend is on! Let's DIY our Kurukuru Seating Charts! ♡
Stylish brides these days are all making seating charts that are rolled paper scrolls. They are vintage-like, cute, and bring a bit of excitement when unfurling!♡