Handmade ideas for a marriage certificate
When it comes to weddings, there are many keepsakes you’ll want to hold onto, and it’s natural to be particular about them.
Among those, the marriage certificate comes in many forms and styles, and it’s something many couples want to personalize or make by hand.
Here, we’re sharing plenty of DIY ideas for marriage certificates.
From easy, budget-friendly options to designs that use store-bought items or templates, as well as certificates where guests can help on the day—these are memorable pieces you can display even after the ceremony.
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Handmade ideas for marriage certificates (1–10)
Hand-drawn on an acrylic frame
If you’re looking for a simple marriage certificate that will blend in wherever you display it, why not try making your own using an acrylic frame? If you search for “marriage certificate,” you’ll find plenty of templates—just print your favorite, then trace it onto the acrylic frame with a gold pen.
It’s that easy.
You can also use a photo frame or other types of frames.
It’s very simple, so you can enjoy it as a stylish piece of interior decor as well.
Wedding Drops
Have you heard of “wedding drops”? It’s where guests sign small chips—called drops—and place them into a transparent frame.
As a wedding item, it’s popular as a two-in-one style that serves as a guest book and can also become a marriage certificate.
The drops are often heart-shaped, but you can customize them to match the couple’s hobbies—like baseballs or anime characters.
You can also try making the frame yourself in any shape you like!
Wedding Campus
All you need are a canvas, paints, and brushes; then let your guests create the artwork on the day—a wedding canvas.
When guests arrive, or during downtime such as before the reception, invite them to add a quick stroke or a splash of color.
As the lines and colors layer, it becomes a one-of-a-kind piece of art.
Finally, the bride and groom add their own brushstrokes, and you can either attach the marriage certificate to the canvas or sign directly on it.
Displaying it at the send-off so everyone can admire it is a lovely idea, too.
Handmade wedding certificate ideas (11–20)
Have the guest affix their seal
This is a wedding certificate idea where guests leave their fingerprints when they arrive.
Arrange the guests’ names attractively on a single sheet of paper, prepare ink pads in colors of your choice, and have each guest stamp their fingerprint over their own name.
Then add the bride and groom’s signatures at the bottom to complete the certificate.
It could blend nicely into your home as part of the interior decor.
A simple, low-effort, guest-participation concept—truly the perfect handmade idea!
Solid wood marriage certificate
An idea for a marriage certificate that makes a bold entrance with a single solid slab of wood—sure to have impact as interior decor, too.
Since it’s handmade, you might think, “There’s no way I can make that,” but you can find a slab you love, transfer the lettering using carbon paper, carve it, add color, and even those not familiar with woodworking should be able to do it.
You could also try wood burning with a soldering iron.
If you’re looking for a marriage certificate with a strong impact, give this a try!
Woodworking design
If you enjoy DIY, how about turning a woodworking piece made of wood into your marriage certificate? Wood has grain and a variety of expressions—no two pieces are the same.
The grain reflects the years and history the tree has accumulated as it grew, making it a perfect symbol to celebrate your future married life.
Consider finding your favorite type of wood and adding an engraving, or stenciling/duplicating your vows onto it.
It’s a great idea for those who love natural interior design.
Certificate using a mirror
A marriage certificate item that uses a mirror is an easy, highly recommended option that won’t take up much space when you display it at home after the ceremony.
It’s very simple: guests sign their names on the mirror.
Prepare a mirror you like and have guests sign it as they arrive.
Writing directly on a mirror might make guests a little nervous, but even if the letters end up a bit crooked, messy, or there are mistakes, the stories behind them will make it a wonderful memory!