How to Create a Beautiful White Lettering on Wooden Boards: A Collection of Natural Overseas Style Welcome Board Designs♡

Overseas Style * Chic Wooden Welcome Board to Create ♡

A [Welcome Board] to Greet Guests at the Wedding * The welcome board is the first item that guests see, as well as an item that welcomes them◎

If there’s a cute, sparkling welcome board, guests may think, “This must be a lovely, princess-like wedding…” If there’s a large surfboard that reflects the couple's hobbies, they might imagine, “This must be a seaside wedding that suits them…” Guests feel excited and look forward to the wedding♩

@kaede_wedding519

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that the welcome board sets the first impression of the wedding, but many brides struggle with the overwhelming number of designs available… For brides facing this dilemma, how about a “simple yet chic overseas-style wooden welcome board”?

Wooden welcome boards are not only great for brides who want to achieve a natural wedding look, but also for those aiming for an antique atmosphere, a foreign style, or a resort wedding◎ Let's start by introducing how to make one ♡

@misato_wedding

How to Make a Chic Overseas Style * Wooden Welcome Board: What You Need to Prepare

Making a wooden welcome board is super easy; you only need to prepare five items!

① Wooden board (available for about 500 to 1500 yen at home improvement stores. If the size you want isn’t available, ask them to cut it for you♩)

② Varnish (it strengthens the wood while allowing you to choose your favorite color. If you want to keep the original wood color, clear or maple varnish is great, and walnut is recommended for darker colors＊)

③ White paint (for writing text. Other colors are also fine＊)

④ Sandpaper for wood (the edges can be sharp and dangerous, so sand the entire surface well＊ It’s okay to use sandpaper made for wood!)

⑤ A thick brush for applying varnish and a fine brush for writing text

With these five items, you’re ready to go ◎ You can find everything at a home improvement store, so make sure not to forget anything♩ If you want to avoid making a mess, it's a good idea to buy a large plastic sheet and work on that ♡ Plastic sheets and brushes are also available at 100 yen shops＊

@ka12_25

How to Make a Chic Overseas Style * Wooden Welcome Board

① First, sand the entire surface of the wooden board ◎ Focus on the edges to ensure there are no splinters that could cause injury when touched♩

② Once sanding is complete, apply the varnish＊ It’s okay if it’s uneven! Apply it all carefully♩

③ After the varnish dries, write the text ◎ You can write freehand, or print the text on your computer and use it as a guide for a neat finish like ♡

④ And here is your completed wooden welcome board ♩ Feel free to add a paper napkin wreath or greenery to decorate stylishly＊

What do you think about the process of creating a wooden welcome board? It’s really easy and chic, making it highly recommended for DIY beginner brides ◎ It should also be fun to DIY with your partner ♡

@piiipochan_

Now, let’s take a look at what kind of wooden welcome boards senior brides have DIYed! Let’s focus on their decorations and messages◎

Overseas Style * Senior Brides’ Wooden Welcome Board ①

A welcome board displayed prominently on the reception table＊ It pairs perfectly with garlands♡ The initials crossed with an arrow of love are also a cute touch♩

Overseas Style * Senior Brides’ Wooden Welcome Board ②

A bride who combined a large wooden board with simple fonts and an original logo＊

The original logo for the presents matches the wooden board nicely and looks chic ♡

@gift_wd0922

Overseas Style * Senior Brides’ Wooden Welcome Board ③

A bride aiming for a chic atmosphere with a darker brown wooden board＊ The wreath in the center adds a stylish point ♡

The only challenge during the DIY was that when writing on the board with carbon paper, the dark color made it hard to see...! It ended up being mostly freehand＊

If you’re using a darker brown or black board, be careful when writing text!

@t.m_wedding0623

Prepare a Chic Welcome Board and Aim for an Overseas Style Wedding ◎

What did you think of the process of making a chic welcome board and the points from senior brides? The method is super simple, yet the welcome board turns out stylish, making you want to try it immediately…!

So, please DIY your welcome board and create a wonderful wedding ♩

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