DIY Wedding Signage: 12 Beautiful Signs You Can Make for Under $10 Each

By Emma Torres · May 25, 2026

DIY Wedding Signage: 12 Signs Under $10 Each

Wedding signage sets the tone for your entire event, and professional signs cost $30-$150 each. These 12 DIY alternatives look just as polished at a fraction of the cost.

Materials You Will Need

Wood boards or canvas panels ($2-$5 each at craft stores)
Chalkboard or whiteboard paint ($8 for a can that covers 10+ signs)
Vinyl lettering or a Cricut machine for precise text
Stain or paint for finishing
Free fonts from Google Fonts or Canva

1. Welcome Sign ($8)

A 16x20 wood board with stained finish and white vinyl lettering. Add a simple floral border using greenery from your grocery store ($3 for a bunch).

2. Seating Chart ($10)

Use a large mirror from a thrift store ($5) and write table assignments with a white paint pen. Wipes off if you need to make changes.

3. Table Numbers ($2 each)

Print elegant numbers on cardstock, place in dollar-store frames. Spray paint the frames gold or copper for a luxe look.

4. Unplugged Ceremony Sign ($5)

Chalkboard paint on a small wood panel. Write "We invite you to be fully present" with your ceremony date. Use chalk markers for clean lines.

5. Bar Menu Sign ($6)

Acrylic sheet ($4) with vinyl lettering for your signature cocktail names and prices. Mount on a simple wood stand.

6. Guest Book Sign ($4)

Direct guests to your guest book or alternative (polaroids, advice cards, puzzle pieces) with a simple framed sign.

7. Card and Gift Table Sign ($3)

Small chalkboard or wood slice with "Cards and Gifts" in calligraphy font. Add a small floral accent.

8. Bathroom Direction Signs ($5 each)

Arrow signs pointing guests to restrooms. Essential for outdoor venues where bathrooms are not obvious.

9. Photo Booth Props Sign ($4)

Label your prop station with a fun sign. "Grab a prop and strike a pose" in playful lettering.

10. Dessert Table Sign ($5)

"Sweet Treats" or "Dessert Bar" on a tiered display sign. Use cake stands at different heights for visual interest.

11. Timeline/Order of Events Sign ($7)

Keep guests informed with a large-format sign listing ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing times.

12. Hashtag Sign ($3)

Your wedding hashtag on a small sign placed at the entrance, bar, and photo booth. Encourages social sharing.

Pro Tips

Use the same font family across all signs for visual consistency
Make one extra of everything for last-minute needs
Test your vinyl application on scrap material first
Canva has free wedding sign templates you can customize and print