Cute & Practical: DIY Lunchmat-Style Menu that Brightens Up Your Table!

A Cute Menu Makes You Happy＊

Isn't it really fun to look at menus, whether at a wedding or a regular restaurant?

Especially when the menu looks cute or is filled with delicious-sounding items, it's something you could stare at all day with excitement.

Recently, there are many menu designs that are cute enough to leave on the table, which adds to the thrill♩

Mat-style Menu Designs Are Trending♡

Menus are essential paper items for wedding receptions, and one design that has been gradually standing out is this one.

The mat-style menu＊

The mat-style menu is literally placed flat on the table like a placemat.

Many of them are in paper format with printed course and drink menus, adding a festive touch to the table while being practical.

Typically, the reception tables have tablecloths, but it's quite rare to place a placemat on top of that♩

When serving course dishes, it seems common to place the plates directly on top of the menu rather than moving it aside＊

【Wedding DIY】 How to Make a Mat-style Menu?

The key to making a mat-style menu is to decide on a design and print it!

Many brides seem to opt for natural-looking craft paper, and it's common to use A4-sized paper (210mm × 297mm).

A slightly larger paper is also fine, but consider the seating arrangement for the guest tables when creating it♩

Now, let's take a look at what kind of mat-style menu designs actual brides have posted on Instagram♩

Mat-style Menu Design ①

This seems to be a setup from a wedding venue tasting event＊

It features the date and a "welcome" message to greet seated guests, which is lovely♡

Mat-style Menu Design ②

A mat-style menu with the course menu and the drink menu arranged on either side＊

The message "eat, drink, and be married" alongside the food and drink menus is very persuasive◎

Mat-style Menu Design ③

For cases with only the food menu and no drink menu, it has a clean feel♩

Keeping the menu always visible on the table saves the trouble of taking out and opening the seating chart or profile book from your bag each time, which is one of the benefits of the mat-style menu♡

Mat-style Menu Design ④

A design featuring a photo of themselves and their pet cat＊

The natural-toned pinecone place cards and candy canes add to the relaxed atmosphere♡

Mat-style Menu Design ⑤

A version that does not include food or drink menus is also stylish＊

If you decide not to have a menu, bear in mind that it will increase the effort required to make the mat, so it's recommended for those who have the time for wedding preparations. It’s perfect for those who feel a plain tablecloth is not enough and dislike table runners while wanting a natural look♡

【Wedding DIY】A Cute Mat-style Menu＊

When it comes to wedding paper items, seating charts, place cards, and invitations are the norm, but this mat-style menu is a very new item!

It brings a slightly casual feel and a natural vibe, which is appealing＊

It seems popular among those who want their guests to fully enjoy the wedding, eat, and drink to their heart's content♡

If you're considering making your own menu, this could be one option to explore＊