"Too Cute Ideas for Welcoming Dolls Arranged from Commercial Plush Toys and Figures Found on IG*"

I want to prepare a cute welcome doll ♡

On the day of the wedding, the first to welcome guests is a cute welcome doll. Guests who see the welcome doll dressed as the bride and groom will surely look forward to seeing the couple soon ♡

What kind of welcome dolls have senior brides made? Is it hard to make them by hand?

The welcome doll, essential for the welcome space, seems challenging to make from scratch, and some brides may lack confidence... For those brides-to-be, a great recommendation is to buy commercially available stuffed animals or dolls and DIY the outfits. Just sew on fabric and ribbons, and you’re good to go! The main body is sturdy, so you don’t have to worry about it breaking along the way.

On Instagram, you can find many original welcome doll creations made by senior brides using commercially available stuffed animals! We’ll introduce some adorable welcome dolls that you will surely want to replicate!

＼Costume DIY♡／ Collection of welcome dolls created by senior brides ① Duffy & ShellieMay

Is it an exaggeration to say that Duffy & ShellieMay are the most popular characters for welcome dolls? ♡ Stuffed animals of Duffy & ShellieMay are available, and while there are dedicated costumes for sale, many brides choose to DIY to save money! This one is even made by adapting a kindergarten uniform from the bride's brother! ShellieMay's flower crown is adorable too♪

＼Costume DIY♡／ Collection of welcome dolls created by senior brides ② Sylvanian Families

Sylvanian Families, loved by everyone in their girlhood. The tiara perched on the head is too cute♡ Making small-sized costumes can be tough, but since it doesn’t require large fabrics or sewing machines, it can be budget-friendly. With a whopping 40 types of families in Sylvanian Families (there are five types just in the cat family!), you are sure to find the perfect doll for the couple ♡

＼Costume DIY♡／ Collection of welcome dolls created by senior brides ③ Gakkou no Kumatan

"Gakkou no Kumatan," which gained popularity from a picture book. You can create a soothing welcome doll that warms the hearts of your guests! The red vest peeking out matches the groom! The pearl beads hair accessory is also adorable ♪

Even without a costume, just tying a ribbon to resemble a bow tie at the neck looks so cute! Using a small item holder as a swing and decorating it with faux flowers and green is also a wonderful idea ♪

＼Costume DIY♡／ Collection of welcome dolls created by senior brides ④ Craft Holic

The stuffed animals from Craft Holic are characterized by their long arms and legs. The large size is perfect for making a memorable welcome doll that an adult can hug. Since there are various types and patterns available, choosing one is also fun♡

There are also small sizes available, making it perfect for welcome dolls for couples with children or family weddings! ♡

＼Costume DIY♡／ Collection of welcome dolls created by senior brides ⑤ Ted

Ted's welcome doll has an adorably smug expression! The combination of pants and suspenders is stylish, don’t you think? The veil on the ears is also cute!

＼Costume DIY♡／ Collection of welcome dolls created by senior brides ⑥ Teddy Bear

Teddy bears come in various types. If you get two and create outfits for them, they will make a splendid welcome doll! This classic welcome doll is sure to delight parents of the couple too! *

The matching bouquet and boutonnière are cute! Embroidering names and dates on the feet is a lovely idea too! *

Welcome doll teddy bears dressed in outfits identical to the bride and groom's attire! The intricate lace on the wedding dress and the detail of the three-piece tuxedo is amazing! ♡

＼Costume DIY♡／ Collection of welcome dolls created by senior brides ⑦ Doala

How about a welcome doll like this for a couple who supports the same baseball team? This is a welcome doll of Doala, the mascot of the Chunichi Dragons! Guests' excitement is sure to rise with a welcome doll that you won’t find anywhere else! The idea of giving it a handwritten message card is also great!*

We introduced some welcome doll creations ♡

How was it? We shared ideas for welcome dolls created using commercially available stuffed animals or dolls! Wedding preparations can be tough, but for brides who want to prepare cute and original welcome dolls, feel free to replicate these ideas! ♡