DIY Bridesmaids Cards
I love the idea of formally asking those whom you would like to be in your bridal party. I sent out a cards for my own wedding so that inspired me to come up with a cute project to do the same. I adore the paper chain people that we all learned to make in grade school and this project uses that simple concept to introduce your bridesmaids to everyone. Cut out the shape of the dress you plan on using in the color you desire and personalize each person with some paper hair. To complete the set I created a little card asking “Will you be my bridesmaid?” and included the wedding details as well as how and where to order the dresses. To find instructions and more details about this diy wedding project, click “more” below…
Enjoy!
Anna of Rifle Design
Supplies:
1. craft paper (for clothes & hair), 2. paper for bodies, 3. envelopes, 4. ruler, 5. scissors, 6. pencil, eraser & a glue stick
Directions:
First, be sure that your chain will fit in the envelope you chose. I decided to make my chain about 6 inches tall and 3.5 inches wide to fit in an A7 envelope. Draw tick marks every 3.5 inches (or whatever width you chose) on the top and bottom of the paper for how many people you want to cut out (I chose 6).
Cut out your rectangle and score the paper vertically between each set of tick marks. This will make folding easier and more accurate. Then, fold the paper accordion style.
On the top of the stack draw the shape of your person. Be sure to draw the arms and legs to the edge of the paper so that they will be attached into a chain after you cut it out.
Next, cut out the person shape and open up your masterpiece chain! Decorate your ladies with dresses of your choice and different hairstyles to personalize them. I also drew faces and painted their names on each one.
To complete the set I wrapped a band of paper around the chain and information card and wrote the name of the person I was to be sending it to.
Resources:
Martha Stewart 18″x18″ craft paper
Project created by Anna Bond of Rifle Design
ashley writes
so cute and totally unique!
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True Blind Faith writes
The paper dolls are too cute! I’d coordinate the hair color/style with the actual bridemaids
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Pamela writes
This is absolutely adorable! It makes me want to get married all over again so that I could send this to my girls.
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Caitlin writes
This is so unique and wonderful!
I wish I had waited a little long to tell my bridesmaids now!
Kelli writes
oh, my!!! this is the cutest thing ever.
TH writes
Too cute! I wish we would have bridesmaid for my wedding so I can do this.
Sarah writes
such a great idea!! so cute.
kate writes
now that is so adorable! totally clever!
Erin writes
I am falling off my sofa right now in a huge le swoon. LOVE!!!
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Megan writes
Well, I was searching high and low for creative ways to ask my bridesmaids, and I think I’ve found it (as well as a weekend project!).
The challenge: I’m pretty sure I’m going to ask my best guy friend to stand up with me, too. It will be interesting to see if I can turn the last skirted lady into a pants-wearing man. :)
Thanks, Anna!
Lisa Marie, Orange & Blossom writes
Wow. Who wouldn’t love to receive these in the mail?! For the person with lots of time, the personalization could go on and on… sunglasses, handbags, hats…! A lovely & thoughtful project idea.
Khinna writes
This would be a great idea for a family party. You could do a little mini family for gatherings. LOVE IT!
Lindsay writes
My best friend (and Maid of Honor in my upcoming wedding) and I made these cards for MY wedding, and now she gets requests for them through her Etsy site — she customizes the colors based on the wedding colors:
Natalie writes
THIS IS SO. STINKIN. CUTE.
Danielle writes
Too bad I already asked my bridesmaids…
But it would be perfect to say ‘thank you’ after the wedding? =]
Simonne Almeida writes
Hi! Lovely the idea. I love Once Wed.
Jillian writes
This is such a great personal idea…and you also get to know the other bridesmaids are. Thats always awkward. Thanks Anna!
alexismaia writes
I love this project! Paper dolls are fun to make, cute and I think you could run with the idea and use it for other events besides weddings (showers? tea parties? clothing swap?). I am curious: is the script on the envelope and invitation your handwriting or a typeface? If it is a typeface—what is it called?
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Dana Cordova writes
Fantastic idea, so cute!
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abby writes
absolutely adorable. note to self: must do this if ever getting married.
Jhan writes
OMGoodness!
This is so so so super cute!
Can I borrow the idea? Will do the same?
Thanks a bunch!
Laurel writes
LOOOOOOOOOVE IT!
the daily smudge writes
adorable… finally a grown-ups use for paper dolls!!
Fete writes
great idea!! should’ve done it for my wedding..
Jacqueline writes
The cutest idea I’ve seen by far – I’ve been trying to think of a creative way to ask my bridesmaids to be a part of my wedding – this is at the top of my list!
LCIPaper writes
What a clever and fun idea! I loved it so much I wrote my own blog article on it!
Jess writes
This is the cutest thing I have ever seen!!!!!!
Shashi writes
I love her work, she’s so talented.
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Bess writes
What a wonderful idea! I would love to receive one of these in the mail – or better yet, send some!
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Rosann writes
I love your writing style. I’m looking for a similar font so I can try to come close to it for my invites.
erica writes
these are so stinkin’ cute!
Amanda writes
Oh my, I’m keeping this in my “future wedding” bookmarks that I hide from my boyfriend lol
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Jess writes
One day, when Husfriend decides he’s ready to FINALLY propose, this is going to be my favorite part.
Is it normal to be loving the hair on the paper dolls the most? Didn’t think so.
-Jess
Marty J. writes
Love this! I’m not having bridesmaids, but this is such a great idea! I’m linking/featuring this on my Friday dance!
chelle writes
i just did this a few weeks ago to ask my bridesmaids! but I made paper dolls. each girl was made with her underoo’s painted on and then i cut out little dresses with tabs so they could dress themselves!
Becka @Studio222 Photography writes
I’m in love with everything you create
raynette writes
love love love
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Jo writes
So much fun!! I’ve no plan to marry any time soon, but I will definitely remember this when the time comes!!
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Vanessa writes
What would you do if your bridesmaids had different skin colors?
Don Crouse writes
Once wed is a great resource for planning and getting ideas for weddings. Thanks!
Hannah (SugarBlossom) writes
This is such a simple and effective idea-, love it!
I have shared on my blog x
Nicole writes
Love love love! Can anyone recommend a font that is similar to Anna’s handwriting?
maria @ {ritzy bee} writes
So, so cute!!!!
Holly Anne Photography writes
These are so cute! They would be fun for little girls birthday party invitations too!
Anna Bond (RIFLE) writes
TO VANESSA: You could easily paint some of the girl’s skin individually once they’re cut out or cut out a body shape with different colored paper (just as the hair can be cut will all different colors and styles).
TO NICOLE: I’m not sure of a font that’s very similar to my handwriting here but I love this script font called Apricot. It has some similarities.
Nancy Ward writes
Hi!
Today I posted an entry on my blog with a link to this tutorial.
Would you let me know if that’s OK?
Thanks,
Nancy Ward
http://paperfriendly.blogspot.com
Lara writes
Omg that typeface is so cute, Is it her handwriting?
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cecelia writes
i took this idea and ran! it was a huge hit. i even used yellow and orange for my bridemaid’s with blonde and red hair. it was totally adorable. they loved it! i put together a small vase of colored roses along with the card since i was giving it to them in person to make it extra special.
mandylifeboats writes
wish i knew someone planning a wedding. how cute is that. i will save the idea for my 21-y.o. daughter; she hasn’t met mr. right yet, tho!
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Teresa writes
This is great! I´m so glad I found this… Sure to use it for my next girls-get-together invitations! Thanks a lot!
FairyTale Wedding Favors writes
This is too cute! I formally asked my bridesmaids to be a part of my wedding with cards as well…this is just a great idea!
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pinkie writes
I LOVE LOVE LOVE these!! Do you have a template for the card? If you are willing to share, I’d love to use it!
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Alicia writes
ITs soooooooooooooo cute… i really like it =)
Jane writes
This is soooo cute…I’ve been planning on sending my girls some kind of note so they all know who else is in the ‘dream team’…i think this is perfect! I’m going to adapt the idea sightly and write a note about each girl, what they do, where they are based, their basic contact details: phone numbers/email addresses etc on the back and then let them get on with planning the hen!!!! Thanks ! x
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Carrie writes
What does it say beneath “Will you be my Bridesmaid?” I’m guessing it announced the engagement, but what else was included?
Fiona writes
That is just fabulous. I particularly like the different hair. You could have it all different colours if you had a mix of blonde, brunette and redhead bridesmaids.
Dani writes
Where did you get the paper for the bodies? what size do you need?
joanna goddard writes
i love this!!!! TOO CUTE!!!