"What Color to Dye Your Handmade Items? A Collection of Colorful Varnish Examples from Experienced Brides♡"

The Essential Item for Wedding DIY is "Wood"＊

Recently Trending Wedding DIY＊ Brides are hand-making a variety of items, from small to large, for their weddings◎

Recently, there has been a rise in the creation of items using "wood"! Natural items that utilize the texture of wood, such as popular wedding signs and simple wooden welcome boards, are trending now♡

Essential for Wood DIY＊ What Color Varnish Should You Use?

When it comes to brides DIY-ing with wood, "varnish" is a must-have◎ Varnish applied as a finish enhances the beauty of the wood and also serves to protect it and reduce moisture♡

There are various varnish colors ranging from light to dark, and the ambiance of the item changes significantly depending on the color. Darker tones create a more mature look, while lighter tones offer a natural and gentle feel♩

But did you know that there are so many varnish colors? There are over 20 shades of varnish, even with just brown! Many brides may find it challenging to visualize the colors from the samples available in stores.

To help those brides, we will introduce items DIY-ed by senior brides 'by color' this time♡ Imagine which color would be suitable for the item you want to create while browsing♩

Recommended Varnish Color for Wedding DIY ① Walnut

First up is the 'Walnut' varnish with a deep color tone＊ Not too dark or too light, it has an elegant feel, and the text is easy to read, making it a popular choice among brides♡

This color is also great as the background color for heart drops (balloon drops)＊ It creates a soft impression and looks wonderful♩

Recommended Varnish Color for Wedding DIY ② Maple

This rich and gentle color is 'Maple' varnish＊ It has a somewhat antique and stylish hue, right? The color of Maple is also popular for mixing with other colors◎

Recommended Varnish Color for Wedding DIY ③ Light Oak

This bright and cheerful color is 'Light Oak'＊ This bride painted with a light oak varnish from a 100 yen shop◎ With a yellowish tone, it seems perfect for a bright and natural venue♡

Even with the same light oak, the color can vary depending on the base wood color, thickness of application, and the photo-taking method＊ Let’s try different options to achieve your ideal color♩

Recommended Varnish Color for Wedding DIY ④ Dark Oak

This dark brown color is 'Dark Oak'. Being a deep shade, it seems suitable for elegant brides and modern-themed venues＊ Writing in white makes it stand out nicely♩

Recommended Varnish Color for Wedding DIY ⑤ Maple × Teak

This bride mixed 'Maple' and 'Teak' colors for painting＊ It results in a bright and beautiful tone that enhances the wood's texture♡

Once You Decide on a Color… What Kind of Varnish Should You Choose?

Have you found your favorite color?? Once you've chosen your favorite color, it's time to select the type of varnish◎ There are three types of varnish, and it’s recommended to use them according to their purposes＊

✓ Water-based Varnish ⇒ A less durable varnish. Recommended for items like welcome boards that will only be used on the day of the event＊ It’s for indoor use, so it can’t be used on items that will be placed outside.

✓ Water-based Urethane Varnish ⇒ A moderately durable varnish. Recommended for items you want to keep on display for a while after the wedding. This is also for indoor use.

✓ Oil-based Varnish ⇒ A highly durable varnish. Recommended for welcome signs intended for outside use or items you want to keep forever after the wedding＊

Water-based varnish is sold at 100 yen shops, so if you’re looking for a budget-friendly finish, it’s best to buy from there＊ Water-based urethane varnish and oil-based varnish can be found at home improvement stores or on Amazon, so check them out♡

➡ You can buy water-based urethane varnish here＊

➡ You can buy oil-based varnish here＊

Choosing the Right Varnish Color is Very Important for DIY! Choose Your Favorite Color♡

How did you find the varnish color selection? We introduced five recommended colors this time, but there are many more varnish colors available, so you might be overwhelmed when you visit a home improvement store…!

Be sure to find your favorite color and create wonderful DIY items♩