Traditional Japanese Wedding Photos: 3 Tips for Creating the Cute Character "寿" with Red Thread!

【Wedding DIY】Classic Cute "Koto" Red String ♡

Speaking of popular wedding items for brides who are taking pre-wedding photos in traditional attire, it's the red string shaped like the kanji "寿" (Koto)＊

The Japanese-style atmosphere that perfectly matches a white kimono or colored uchikake is always romantic and cute, isn't it? ♡

@y_wed.317

There are three points to pay attention to when handmade "寿" red string!

Brides who are about to gather materials from a 100 yen shop to DIY the red string, please refer to this＊

Point 1 for DIY: There are two types of "寿"＊

When creating the red string, there are two main types of fonts for the kanji "寿"＊

The first is the regular type that seems to be shaped from a Gothic font. It's easy to read and has a simple shape ♡

Be sure to properly handle the ends, as wires may stick out; you can secure them by rolling and hardening yarn!

The second type has a rounded end, resembling a handwritten character ♡

The pictogram-like atmosphere is artistic and cute, isn't it?＊ Which font do you prefer?

@tobe.wd1130

Point 2 for DIY: Make the dots cute＊

In the kanji "寿", a dot is added at the end, right? How to arrange this dot cutely is also an important point＊

The most classic shape is round, like in the photo before... but this bride made it heart-shaped, which is lovely ♡

Brides who love Disney might also want to shape it like Mickey—it's like a hidden Mickey, which is wonderful ♩

@sapphosugawara

Point 3 for DIY: Create an outer frame＊

The final point for making cute "寿" characters is to create an outer frame around "寿" ♡ Having "寿" inside a large circle is very fashionable＊

Making the outer frame heart-shaped is also cute ♡ Adding an outer frame increases the size, which enhances photo appeal ♩

@ht.wedding_0923

In pre-wedding photos, you can even position the couple inside the frame to take perspective shots like this ♡

It's a very celebratory and unique wedding photo＊

What kind of "寿" red string should I make?＊

There are various patterns for red strings like hearts or the word "love," but among them, "寿" is perfect for traditional attire pre-wedding photos ♡

@_mm_wedding_

After purchasing yarn and wire from a 100 yen shop, think about what kind of shape you want for "寿," considering the three points mentioned＊

May your favorite cute red string, which is useful for both pre-wedding and wedding venue decorations, be completed successfully ♩

@chi_shio