DIY wedding letters

For every couple in love, their wedding is a long-awaited, exciting celebration. In the modern world, creating a unit of society, newlyweds are increasingly paying attention to romantic symbols, traditions and rituals. One of these symbols and amulets is the coat of arms of the new family.

Photo of a wedding coat of arms as a symbol of the beginning of a new family

Letter monogram

Words and letters at your wedding event will not only enliven the interior, but will also become creative props for a love story photo shoot. You can make your own flat or three-dimensional letters, garlands with words or numbers, figurines - hearts, doves, angels. Choose the most suitable option for yourself and create beautiful compositions. You can use the wedding date, your last name, words suitable for the wedding (family, love, love, sweet, married, newlyweds, wedding, Mr. & Mrs., etc.).

A monogram is a large figure with interestingly designed letters in the middle.

It can be used in creating photos. This option allows you to display, for example, the love story of newlyweds. What could be an original accessory?

It is a beautiful decor for any wedding, as well as a non-standard and impressive solution. By helping to create interesting and memorable photos, you can highlight not only the newlyweds, but also the people present at the wedding.

The style of such decor can be varied:

with a minimum number of details;
with a chic design in a carved frame;
with an abundance of various openwork and other curls.

After the celebration, you can take it home and leave it as a new home decor.

Many organizations offer different monogram options. Thinking that it might be a waste of money can deny you the pleasure of standing out and leave a memorable opportunity in the past. This is not necessary, because there are classic options for such decor that do not require losing a large amount of money.

Varieties

Letters for a wedding can be bought in a store or made to order. But this may require additional funds, which may not be enough due to the upcoming special event.

At the moment, there are many ways to create wedding letters, taking into account their varieties. The most popular at present are three-dimensional letters, which can be created from various materials with your own hands.

Foam letters

To create letters from foam plastic, you need the following: foam plastic, sandpaper, paper, glue (except for moment), paper knife, scissors, ruler, marker, decorative elements, template.

Creation technology:

place the template on the foam and trace it with a marker;
use a knife to cut out the contours;
clean the edges of the foam letters using sandpaper;
painting or gluing letters requires additional steps: at a ratio of 2 to 1, pieces of paper are dipped in glue and placed on foam plastic. After drying, you can start working.

Cardboard letters

Cardboard letters can be created as follows. You will need: corrugated cardboard, scissors, cutter, pencil, tracing paper, various types of tape, elements for decoration, template.

Creation technology:

the template is transferred to cardboard (including two parts, which are then connected with tape) using tracing paper or a pencil;
the letter is cut out with an increase of 2 cm. The excess edges are folded to allow gluing with double-sided tape;
many strips of equal width are cut out;
the resulting strips are connected with letters;
work with decoration.

Wooden letters

Wooden letters can be made as follows. Tools: electric jigsaw, sandpaper, paper, template.

Creation technology:

attaching the template, circle it;
cutting out parts with an electric jigsaw;
sanding;
you can decorate a wooden letter with fabric or paper;
decoration of finished letters.

What can it be made from?

Letters for a wedding photo shoot can be ordered in specialized wedding salons, or you can make them yourself with your own hands from available and available materials, such as:

Cardboard. For self-production, you can use a thick cardboard sheet as the simplest and most affordable material available. If it is possible to use corrugated cardboard, the letters will be more voluminous. Unfortunately, cardboard accessories can only be used in the dry season when there is no precipitation.
Styrofoam. Dense polystyrene foam with a thickness of 20 to 50 mm lends itself well to processing, the letters from it are light and voluminous, easily connected to each other.
Plywood or wood. Any woodworking specialist can make blank letters from wood or plywood, after which the letters can be painted with varnish. Nowadays fashionable natural letters without coating are in trend - this type of wedding accessory is ideal for eco-weddings.
Plastic. Letters made from plastic panels are practical and durable. The only difficulty is processing the outer edge of the cut piece. Therefore, it is worth considering using decorative cord or edging tape to process the outer sections.
Fabric and foam. Fabric volumetric letters are filled with synthetic filler - padding polyester or foam rubber. The accessory turns out to be decorative and even cozy. Fabric letters can be used not only for a wedding photo shoot, but also for room decor. The fabric cover can be made removable - if it gets dirty, it can be easily removed and washed.
Flowers. Letters decorated with flowers have a charming appearance. First, a cardboard or plywood blank is made, on which roses, daisies, chrysanthemums or other favorite flowers of the bride are fixed. Letters made from flowers are perfect for a photo shoot against the backdrop of wildlife.
Corrugated colored paper. Letters made from corrugated paper are fluffy and lush. The decor is fixed to a cardboard or plywood piece using glue or a stapler.
Forged metal. For lovers of high-tech or retro style, we can recommend metal letters made using artistic forging. An effective and stylish decoration can be used not only during a wedding photo shoot, but also for room decor.
Lit candles. Letters from the lights of lit candles can be used to form individual words or the initials of the young, located on the ground or snow. “Fire” letters will look especially romantic in the evening and at night.

You can easily make letters for decoration and photo shoots yourself, just use your imagination and imagination, and then the date of the wedding celebration will be imprinted for a long time.

To select options for the shape and appearance of letters, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with creative design ideas from the Internet or be inspired by original decorations from wedding photo shoots of friends and acquaintances.

How to create a wedding monogram?

Typically, newlyweds make a wedding monogram to order from a master who either draws a family monogram in special programs for applying it to wedding accessories and other small items, or produces a three-dimensional wedding monogram from any material: wood, fresh flowers, textiles, etc. P.

There is an alternative option - you can use all your imagination and independently develop a family logo! How to create a wedding monogram without the help of professionals? There are several useful programs and services, which we will discuss below (in the attached videos you will find instructions on how to make monograms or logos in them - the principle of their creation is the same).

Office Word

You can draw a wedding monogram with your own hands using Office Word, experimenting with fonts, color and size of letters, as well as filling the background, inserting frames and decorative details.

This option is quite easy, but it is unlikely that you will be able to create something truly original. But if you need a simple version of a monogram for a wedding photo shoot, in particular, to create three-dimensional letters from cardboard, then this is a completely workable option.

Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop

You can draw a monogram yourself using special programs: Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop. You can use any font, color and size of letters for the inscription, as well as take advantage of various effects and additionally decorate the inscription with any original patterns and designs. The possibilities are endless!

The advantages of this option are that you will get a very impressive result, but only if you know how to work in these programs. Otherwise, this may turn off many newlyweds, because it will be very difficult to find time to learn the basics of Photoshop before the wedding.

Paint

An assistant in developing a monogram can be Paint, in which you can create an inscription using the desired font for the monogram, the size and color of the letters, and also add decorative elements. As in the case of Word: everything is simple and free, but, alas, not always impressively beautiful!

Free online services

If none of the above options suits you, pay attention to free online services that can help you create a beautiful monogram for your wedding. These can be either special sites for creating monograms or services for developing logos - they have the same principle!

Working with such services is quite simple and easy, the main thing is to have access to the Internet and follow the step-by-step prompts. On the downside: some features may only be available in paid mode, so you need to be prepared for some expenses.

We will talk about the last option below so that you can see with an example how you can create a monogram on one of these online services, spending a minimum of time and effort.

What you should pay attention to when creating a monogram

The first step when creating a wedding monogram or monogram is to figure out:

Do you want to use only letters or other patterns as well?
Do you prefer handwritten fonts or something more modern?
do you have a color scheme that you want to incorporate into the design?

When creating a monogram, you can use any fonts. The main goal is to choose one that will look aesthetically pleasing with all the decorative elements. Use symbols such as "&", "+" or the word "and" to link letters together. For example, a monogram for Anna and Maxim will look like this:

In the classic version, the monogram also includes the first letter of the now common surname.

What is a wedding monogram?

Before we start discussing programs and services, it’s worth remembering what a wedding monogram is. This is a unique inscription created from the first and/or last names of the spouses. Sometimes the date of painting is inserted into it.

There are many ideas for monogram design, everything is limited only by the imagination of the newlyweds. If we are talking about a drawn monogram, then you can use any font, size and color of letters, decoration with floral patterns, symbolic drawings, frames, etc.

Along with painted monograms, which are often applied to invitations and other printed materials, voluminous versions of the wedding monogram, created from wood, cardboard or even fresh flowers, are often used in celebration decor. Such holiday paraphernalia looks very impressive and original! Where can it be used? This could range from huge letters for a wedding photo shoot to a birthday cake topper - these are just a few examples of many ideas!

How to make a monogram for a wedding?

Most often, newlyweds order a family symbol from professionals. He sketches the monogram in a specialized program. If you need little things in the form of wood, fresh flowers or textiles, then the master makes the appropriate adjustments.

There is also an alternative option. It involves using your own imagination. But how to make a coat of arms without the help of designers? There are several programs and services that will help solve the problem.

Office Word

This program is familiar to everyone and is found on almost any computer. It is enough to use the tools to draw a coat of arms, select the desired font and insert decorative elements.

This option is considered the easiest, simplest and most affordable. But this will not help in creating original ideas. If newlyweds are looking for an easy way to create a monogram for a photo shoot and create 3D letters, this is a great workaround.

Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop

You can make a sketch in other programs. Fonts, colors and sizes for letters will help diversify the symbolism. The use of various effects and original patterns is allowed.

The advantage of this method is that a young couple will be able to get an effective result without putting in a lot of effort. But there is one drawback - basic knowledge of such programs is required. If you don’t have time to study the material, then you should abandon this idea.

Paint

Another simple assistant in creating wedding symbols. This program allows you to use different colors, fonts and shapes. Adding decorative elements is allowed. But it won’t be possible to create spectacular symbolism. The letters will have no volume.

Free online services

If none of the options suits the newlyweds or you want to create something original and unusual, then online services will help. They do not require investment of money. This includes monogram creation sites or logo design services.

They are easy to work with. It is enough to have access to the Internet and strictly follow the instructions. There is one drawback - some functions are provided for a fee, so it is better to have some savings.

One of such programs is Logaster. This is a service that operates online. To make symbolism, you need to follow the instructions:

But this portal requires registration. Then it will be possible not only to say, but also to save the picture to your personal account.

There is another popular site called Logotype Maker. This is a free service that allows you to create a high-quality logo without the help of professionals. Similar to the first option.

Easy to use online service Logo Ease. The logo can be created in three stages. An image is selected, the logo is personalized and downloaded. All services are provided free of charge.

It is possible to create family symbols without the help of craftsmen. It is enough to use the proposed options. But if future spouses want to have a spectacular and original coat of arms, then they should contact a designer. But such pleasure will not come cheap.

What does a wedding coat of arms look like?

Before you make a coat of arms for your wedding with initials, find out what it is and what it is needed for. This element is a monogram that was borrowed from Western celebrations. This is a kind of symbol of the family, in which the initial letters of the names and surnames of the newlyweds are intertwined in the form of a single inscription. It turns out beautiful, fashionable and very original. The monogram can contain from 2 to 4 letters, but at the request of the bride and groom, the date of the wedding celebration is entered into it.

Elements

To make a family coat of arms for a wedding, you can use any flowers and fonts (even non-standard ones), because the main thing is to emphasize the signature style of the celebration. Popular forms of monogram design are round, oval and curved in the form of a shield. A wedding coat of arms may include the following elements:

A kind of “base” for initials in view of fancy images is the background. It can be different - it all depends on the imagination of the designer and the newlyweds.
Monogram, which represents complicated images of combinations of the initial letters of the groom and bride in the form of ligature. It also includes some kind of common line connecting the first letters of the names. This principle is always preserved, because the coat of arms should display something that unites the future married couple.
Inscriptions. The most important elements of a wedding coat of arms. These can be either the initials of the newlyweds or some additional elements.
Symbols that are associated with love and fidelity. For example, it could be a pair of hearts connected to each other or two rings. A good option is the infinity sign, a pair of wolves or swans.
If desired, the wedding monogram is applied to a wooden frame into which the photograph is subsequently inserted. It can capture the moment when the newlyweds put on their wedding rings and smile happily at their loved ones.

Materials

To make an accessory that will feature the family monogram, you can use paper, wood, or foam. The first option is the most affordable and easiest to use, but it can easily break if moved carelessly. Wood (plywood) is stronger and more reliable, but working with it is much more difficult - you may encounter the problem of rigidity of the structure and fragility of the edges. Polystyrene foam is a good alternative, but this material crumbles (it is very fragile) and therefore it is very difficult to cut out an original shaped coat of arms from it. To begin with, it is recommended to use paper.

Professional workshops often use decorative plastic because... it has the necessary flexibility, reliability, and lightness. The appearance of this material is attractive. The thickness of the plastic depends on the plans for using the finished accessory for the wedding. If it involves intense loads, then 10 mm thick plastic is suitable. If you are planning to order the production of a coat of arms, then check out the approximate prices (in thousands of rubles):

Plastic thickness	40x40 cm	60x60 cm	80x80 cm	100x100 cm
5 mm	1,5	2,9	3,9	5,5
10 mm	2,9	3,9	5,5	6,9

What you need to make and design decorative letters

To make letters for a wedding photo shoot with your own hands, you only need a little patience, imagination and auxiliary materials.

Stencil templates

It is not profitable to buy stencils, since it will not be cheap (especially if you order the whole alphabet). One letter can cost 100 rubles or more. Therefore, it is much easier to download ready-made templates from the Internet using the following links:

Here you can also download the letter template in PDF format. After receiving the sample, all that remains is to print it, glue it on cardboard and carefully cut it out.

Dye

Anyone can paint cardboard letters, whether personalized or any other, with gouache, watercolor, oil, or acrylic. Foam props can be colored using spray paint. Metal letters will require special metal paint. It is best to work with it in the air.

Frame

An original solution would be to place the initials of the newlyweds or the wedding date in a frame. It is difficult to make one with your own hands, so frames are usually ordered from workshops. They can be made of plastic or wood. The contents of the frames are combined with a frame of decorative ligature.

Finishing

To design letters you can use:

rhinestones (placed on glue);
ribbons (adhesive or tied);
decorative flowers, hearts, bows;
lace (suitable for soft fabric letters);
garlands needed to create glowing letters.

How to make a family coat of arms yourself?

The easiest way is to order such a coat of arms from specialists. But especially creative people make it with their own hands. This is quite easy to do if you have wood carving or jigsaw skills. Create a template on your computer, print it and cut out your coat of arms. There are a lot of samples and programs on the Internet. But this process is very long and labor-intensive. But doing it manually is very difficult; it requires skill and experience. Watch the video:

Consider creating your own wedding crest template. order the manufacturing work who will professionally arrange everything using special equipment.

Such products are made from a variety of materials. The most common are:

made of wood;
from plywood;
from foam plastic;
made of plastic.

Fonts for creating a monogram

The wedding monogram is developed based on the stylistic image of the wedding. An important step in creating a monogram is choosing a font. Using vector graphics, it is possible to select the appearance of the text from the presented assortment.

Depending on the wedding celebration, you can choose the following.

Cursive fonts that include numerous flourishes in the style of handwritten text. This option is suitable for a classic event.
Curly letters that have sharp edges and curves. Pairs well with medieval design.
Elegant and sophisticated fonts. They are selected during a bohemian wedding.
Rounded characters with a few curls. Suitable for a wedding in a modern style.
Italic font with minimal curls. Used for celebrations in shabby style.

Before you create a family symbol, you need to think about the wedding style.

What should you pay attention to when choosing?

Color

When creating your wedding logo, look for colors that reflect the mood and message you would like to convey.

The designer will offer you ready-made color solutions to make it easier for you to find what you want, but you can edit the colors of your logo at any step.

When creating your palette, try to limit yourself to one or two colors.

Form

Will your wedding logo be featured on the website?

Will you print it on the clothing of your employees and your team?

The best logo shape for your brand is the one that suits the media you will be using your logo on most often, whether physical or digital, large or small.

Luckily, our service will show you how your logo will look in different places and on different surfaces before you buy it.

Font

Pay attention to choosing the right font for your brand name.

Typography, like color, can convey the mood and message of your audience.

Don't be lazy and test several different fonts, look at as many options as you need to find the right one.

Symbol, icon

Yes, you will definitely use a wedding symbol in your logo, but icons are different too.

The designer will present hundreds of different icons, so select several at once and compare them together, adding your favorite logo options to your favorites.

Creating and editing your logo is absolutely free. Buy ready-made files only if you are satisfied with the design. Create a logo online.

Letters in eco style

You will need: letter blanks, glue gun, dry floral moss, green ribbons.

Prepare a letter or make it out of cardboard.
Apply hot glue to a small area of the letter and press dry moss into place.
Cover the entire surface of the letter in this way and wait until it dries.
Glue the tape on the back side.
If desired, cover the back of the letter with moss.

Three-dimensional letters in eco style are ready!

Volume letter made of roses

You will need: artificial roses, cardboard, glue gun, spray paint, scissors.

Cut strips of cardboard and form a letter with a loose top.
Spray paint the letter on all sides.
Cut off the rose buds.
Glue roses to the bottom of the letter.
Glue twigs and leaves, filling the space between the buds.

The three-dimensional letter of roses is ready!

Glowing 3D letters

You will need: thick cardboard, thin cardboard, a stationery knife, ruler, pencil, hole punch, brush, glue, spray paint, narrow tape, box, garland.

Trace the letter of your desired size onto construction paper, then cut it out. Make the whole inscription in the same way.
Lay out the inscription to check that all letters are present.
Make holes for the lights around the perimeter of each letter using a hole punch.
Cut thin cardboard into strips 5 cm wide and cover each letter.
Place the letters in a box and spray paint them on all sides.
Lay out the inscription, insert garland bulbs on the back of the letters and secure with tape.
Unscrew a few light bulbs and stretch the wire if you want to create space between the letters.

Glowing letters are ready!

Fabric pillow letters

You will need: red and white cotton fabric, sewing machine, scissors, thread, pins, centimeter, ruler, sheets of paper, pencil, filler - synthetic fluff or holofiber.

Draw letters on sheets of paper.
Transfer the letters onto red fabric in 2 copies.
Make patterns, taking into account an allowance of 1 cm.
Cut strips for the sides 7 cm wide from white fabric (5 cm width of the side, 1 cm allowance on each side).
Start with a simple letter L: fold the blank right sides together, leaving 5 cm of the sides free, then stitch the bottom of the letter, 1 cm from the edge.
When the stitching approaches the corner, make notches to make the corner even.
Sew the side to the part without finishing 4 cm - this will be the opening for turning it inside out.
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Attach the second part of the letter L and make marks with a pencil on the sides opposite the existing corners so that the letter is even.
Attach the piece, secure with sewing pins and make cuts in the corners so that the fabric does not wrinkle.
Sew the second piece, leaving 4 cm for turning.
Fill the letter with filler and sew the hole closed with a blind stitch.
Start creating the letter O: fold the two parts of the letter and make symmetrical marks with a pencil every 2cm on two blanks on the outer and inner sides of the fabric. Also make marks on the sides of the outer and inner rings.
Make notches (cuts) along the marked marks.
Sew the outer ring on one side, matching the marks, leaving 4 cm for turning.
Sew the inner ring on one side.
Stitch the edges of the inner ring strip to form a “tube”.
Sew the free part of the outer ring.
Turn the workpiece inside out, secure the inner ring with pins and sew it by hand with a blind seam.
Fill the letter with filler and sew the hole closed with a blind stitch.
Sew the remaining letters using the same pattern.

make sure that the material you choose is enough to make all the letters;
take a piece with a yakrim and a motley pattern or print: the pattern will help you create a stylish and memorable accessory for a wedding photo shoot.

Letters for decorating a wedding hall or for a wedding photo shoot can be written not only in the names of the newlyweds. Any deviation from the template is welcome: confessions and words of love, bright and succinct statements.

Designing an intricate inscription requires a non-standard approach: the bride and groom can decorate the products with floral and decorative arrangements, dry leaves, tree bark or yarn. Letters made in eco-style, covered with moss and berries, have become especially popular. You can create an unforgettable accessory by decorating the blanks with fringe or garland, pearls, wool or satin.

Take care of colorful wedding decorations. An unusual inscription made of decorative letters will help you create a unique photo session and enliven the decor of the festive hall, leaving only pleasant memories of the happy event.

Advantages of foam letters

Foam decorations are especially good because they can be made in any shape, size, color and design. In addition, the products are quite light and even large shapes will not cause any particular inconvenience when moving.

When creating letters from foam plastic, you can show your imagination and embody any of your own ideas or look for inspiration somewhere else. They can be decorated to match the tone of the surrounding interior or, conversely, make a bright accent in the design of the festive area.

In any case, such a decoration will make the event stand out from the rest and will become not just a successful photo zone, but a real highlight of the holiday, which will surprise and inspire everyone who sees them in photographs for a long time to come!

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3D letters made from wine corks

You will need: wine corks, cardboard, pencil, stationery knife, glue gun.

Draw the letter on the cardboard.
Cut it out.
Glue the corks to the letter.
Cut some corks into 4 pieces and glue them, filling in the gaps.
Make the rest of the letters in the same way.

3D letters made from wine corks are ready!

Letters and words made from string or twine

Rope words will be a very unusual decoration for a holiday table, chairs, buffet or walls. Making them will take no more than 10-15 minutes.

Before work, you should prepare your work table by covering it with film, and also put on an apron and sleeves to protect your clothes from getting glue.

The only materials you will need are cornstarch, PVA glue, some warm water, jute twine and wax paper.

— On wax paper we write a word that we will lay out from twine.

— In a deep container, mix 100 g of PVA glue, 100 g of corn starch, 50 g of warm water. Stir until a homogeneous mass is obtained.

— Now all that remains is to saturate the jute twine well, lay out the words from it and let the composition dry (at least 12 hours).

Cardboard garland with words

It is very easy to make such a garland with your own hands. To work you will need cardboard, scissors, a paper knife, twine, clothespins and materials for decoration.

Cardboard garland with words for wedding decoration

Preparing templates

Decorating the surface of letters

The finished letters remain to be secured with clothespins on a rope

The whole process is extremely simple. Cut out letters from cardboard. We decorate them in any way. We stretch the rope and secure the letters with clothespins. The original wedding accessory is ready.

Flat or three-dimensional letters – which is better?

How the letters for a wedding will look depends on their application. Pay attention to whether they will look harmonious against the general background and to the ease of placement and use. It is better to make large letters for a wedding photo shoot voluminous. This also applies to decorative letters, which will be visible from all sides. Especially if you want to make them from bright materials. This way they will look more impressive. But for garlands, small inscriptions or a wedding topper, ordinary flat letters are quite suitable. This also includes small phrases and signs for decorating tables, including a candy bar. Their main advantage is their ease of manufacture. Making three-dimensional letters for decoration will be a little more difficult. But if you follow the detailed and understandable master class, then you will definitely succeed. If you are not confident in your abilities, then you can order an individual monogram for the newlyweds from professionals, and rent decorations with classic phrases.

Use of a wedding heirloom

Often the wedding coat of arms is located behind the newlyweds' table. It is fixed either in the opening of a flower arch or on a fabric screen. The places of application are not limited to this.

It would be appropriate to place the emblem on the following things:

wedding invitations;
napkins;
covers on the backs of chairs;
glasses;
cutlery;
tablecloths;
photo shoot area;
wedding cars;
wedding rings.

The monogram on the floor where the celebration will take place looks very aristocratic. Of course, it won't be cheap, but the effect is worth it.

Effective placement of a monogram on the floor

The monogram is used at a wedding celebration, and then it decorates the house and reminds of a bright, joyful day. During production , they think about inserting a photo frame into the coat of arms.

Photo of a coat of arms for a wedding as celebration decor and decoration for a new common home

A wedding coat of arms is one of the options for existing ceremonial decors. It's up to you to decide whether to use it or not. After all, the presence or absence of such an attribute at a wedding will in no way affect your feelings for each other.

DIY wedding coat of arms

You can buy a ready-made coat of arms for your wedding or make one yourself. In the latter case, you will need a printer and some MS Word skills. First, decide on the color scheme. Each of the shades carries some hidden meaning. More details about the characteristics:

red: love, courage, fire;
golden: sun, justice, generosity, generosity;
azure: sky, faith, justice;
silver: innocence, purity, prototype of the moon;
green: associated with plants, youth, hope;
purple: combines dignity, wisdom, nobility;
black: humility, modesty, education.

It is also important to decide on the style of writing initials for the wedding. To do this, consider a few examples:

if the wedding is classic, then options with curlicues are suitable;
for a celebration in the Baroque style, use more additional elements, bends, curls;
Rectangular fonts with curves work well for medieval style;
for a modern wedding, use letters with monograms and rounded shapes.

It is recommended to start making a coat of arms for a wedding from paper. There are many specialized software applications online for creating a monogram, but you can use MS Word. Instructions:

Create a large text field, click on “Insert” and select “Table”. Place the initials of the newlyweds and, if desired, various additional elements.
Once you've entered your initials for your coat of arms, try out different font options. Choose the one you like and increase it to 180-200 in the “Font Size” window. You can use the options to create monograms, but they need to be downloaded separately.
Choose a color for the text. If you want to insert additional data, for example, a holiday date or last name, then add more text fields. Place them below or above the title block.
Remove the border around the text by right-clicking the field and selecting Format Label. Then click on "Fill" and "No Color". This way you will remove the background - it does not allow you to see the capital letters of the monogram. In the “Line” section, remove the frame by clicking on “Apply”.
Follow the described procedures for all elements on the coat of arms. Through the “Insert” and “Drawing” sections, place additional graphic elements. Choose pictures that have a transparent background.
At the end, print out the finished image for the coat of arms. You can cut out the blank and transfer it to cardboard. Then carefully cut out the monogram along the contour using a stationery knife.

Consider creating your own wedding crest template. And order the manufacturing work from specialists who will professionally arrange everything using special equipment.

Such products are made from a variety of materials. The most common are:

made of wood;
from plywood;
from foam plastic;
made of plastic.

Rules for creating a family coat of arms

Rule #1. Any coat of arms or emblem consists of certain parts.

The shield is the main part of the coat of arms. Symbolizes the protection of family and clan . Shields can be triangular, oval, square with rounded corners at the bottom, figured or in the form of a quadrangle pointed at the top.

Rule #2 . To decide what your wedding crest will include, brainstorm. Ask parents and witnesses to help put into words the impressions and emotions that come up when thinking about your union. Try to dress them in the form of heraldic symbols, to form the basis of their motto.

Main components of the coat of arms

Symbolism of the main figures:

Leo – strength, courage, generosity;
eagle - strength, power, independence;
the bear means wisdom and strength;
dog - loyalty and devotion;
snake - wisdom, precaution;
the dove symbolizes peace and purity;
falcon - beauty, courage and intelligence;
bee - hard work;
rooster is a symbol of battle;
dragon - power;
oak signifies strength and durability;
laurel and palm branches - glory, victory;
olive branches - peace;
torch, open book - knowledge.

Divide the shield into segments and fill them in yourself, taking into account the symbolism of your values .

Rule #3 . The motto is a short saying that is placed on a ribbon at the bottom of the shield. Use catchphrases or come up with your own.

It is important that phrases not only describe your family, but also give advice and guidance to the future generation

Rule #4 . Don't forget about color preference. For decoration, use two metallic colors - gold and silver. Five colors are recommended for base enamels: blue, violet, red, black and green.

Family coat of arms for future generations

No matter how interesting the idea of creating such an individual family coat of arms may sound, young people act much simpler. They make monograms for their celebration.

Use of the coat of arms after the wedding

The monogram accompanies the married couple not only during the event, but also in later life. Therefore, it is worth taking care of preserving memory in advance. For example, you can order a family album with a coat of arms from a printing house. Not only photos from the wedding, but also from future family life will be placed there.

The monogram can be located in the hallway of the house, above the fireplace. Some spouses create key holders with the image of a coat of arms. This symbol can be used in the future during family holidays or children's birthdays.

This decorative element is considered a unique detail that each couple creates independently. The process of selecting a symbol must be treated responsibly. You should take into account all the stylistic features of the wedding event. The finished coat of arms should not contradict the created decor.

If young people have doubts, they can turn to a designer for help. He will offer the newlyweds design options, which include fonts, shapes and colors. With the correct selection of a wedding symbol, it will become a real coat of arms of the family and will accompany it throughout its life.

Family or personal coat of arms?

Just a hundred years ago, the family coat of arms was a privilege of the nobility . Currently, this is a new and long-forgotten old family heirloom, designed to unite all family members. A symbol of responsibility for one's family. By sealing their marriage not only with a stamp in their passport, the newlyweds strive to protect their union with the age-old wisdom of their ancestors.

The family coat of arms reflects the main family traditions and values

They compose it by putting the essence of the life of a whole family and position in society. Coming up with a coat of arms is not easy. There is a whole science - heraldry, which knows all the nuances and rules for drawing up coats of arms.

Wedding photo shoot ideas with letters

To ensure that the bride and groom don’t get confused during the photo shoot, we offer various options for posing photos with three-dimensional letters:

The finished letters can be placed in the created photo zone for the wedding. Want to know how to design it yourself? Another article will help you with this. From it you will learn what is needed for this, what should be taken into account when organizing it, and where it is best to do it.

Another article will also help you learn how to pose beautifully. It contains the most interesting poses for a wedding photo shoot.

It will be possible to distribute a letter to all guests who line up the congratulation “Be happy!” or “Congratulations on your marriage!” By the way, don't forget about punctuation marks. If commas or periods can be ignored, then you will definitely need exclamation and question marks to convey emotions as accurately as possible.

Letters can be used not only for a photo shoot, they will also help entertain guests. Here is a video of a fun competition with them:

Options for placing letters and arranging people for photos are usually born on the spot. If the photographer is a professional, he can also suggest some interesting ideas.

Monogram as one of the types of coat of arms

A monogram is a family trademark, a kind of coat of arms for a wedding with the initials of the newlyweds. On such products it is customary to depict intertwined capital letters of the names of the bride and groom. If the bride takes her husband's surname, then the common surname is added to the letters. Sometimes, at the request of the couple, the wedding date is also entered. Monograms of various shapes, circle, oval, heart are placed around the letters.

Monograms and letters of the names of the bride and groom

Photo ideas for beautiful letters

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