Wedding Guest Book Ideas Needed

[oldhudson]

My 37 year old daughter is getting married in January. (Let me tell you I'm over the moon. She's been living with this guy for more than 10 years and I wondered if they'd ever tie the knot.) She asked me to make one of these 'guest books'. I was wondering if anyone has made one or more and if they'd have some tips to offer before I begin.  Thanks for reading.

Edited October 20, 2019 by oldhudson

[Rockytime]

Looks cool. How does it work or what does it do?

[oldhudson]

11 minutes ago, Rockytime said:

Looks cool. How does it work or what does it do?

It's a different take on the old guest book idea. It's kind of a shadow box. There's a gap between the glass front and the back of the case. Guests take a heart and sign their name and drop it into the space between the glass and backer. After the event I'll add the last piece of the frame and glue it into position. The case is hung or put out somewhere as a reminder of the day.

 

I was thinking I'd make the hearts a couple of different sizes. A red backer instead of wood. Maybe add some butterflys or maybe balloons.  

[wombatie]

I did one a couple of years ago, (I was looking for a photo but I can't find it) I did a heart shaped one.  Stack cut the hearts otherwise you will be there forever.  I think mine had the date at the bottom.  Easy to make and lovely to look at and remember.

Marg

[Rockytime]

Never heard of that before but a really cool idea!

[JimErn]

I have to agree, a really nifty idea.

I wonder how big it is though, those hearts look pretty small to be writing on, though I see those folks managed.

Seems like cutting a dado in the sides for the glass or plexiglass to sit in would work.

[daveww1]

very nice

[John B]

Here's a link to one I made for a mates wedding.
 

[oldhudson]

15 hours ago, John B said:

Here's a link to one I made for a mates wedding.
I've never done a puzzle and I'm not sure this is the place to start. But it's a clever idea. Thanks