A wedding is a magical affair! The expenses are real though. If you're wondering how to cut back on some of the costs, have you thought about DIY? Here are over 25 free woodworking plans to assist in a DIY wedding! All you need are a few tools and some extra time to make the occasion extra special. Plans include everything from tables, seating, table decor, games and more! Pick and choose the pieces you need, or build them all!
Here are a few benefits of a DIY Wedding
- Save money by DIYing
- Build exactly what's needed
- All elements can match if you choose the same wood species and finish
- Items can be used after the wedding
- Modified or personalized easily to create wedding branding throughout
- Wood is biodegradeable and larger projects, like benches and tables, can even be transformed into new projects (for example, a tabletop can be modified into a headboard)
- And let's not forget it's fun to DIY!
1. Cake Stand with Overhang
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material |
This simple, wooden cake stand is a beauty! It's super easy to build, and can transform a simple cake into a taller, more elegant display. Stack them, build one or use separately!
2. Cake Stand with Cupcake Base
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material |
Very similar to our cake stand with overhangs plans, this one is just a tiny bit different with no overhangs and a lower layer for cupcakes. I love that with this simple plan, an inexpensive cake and cupcakes can be transformed into something amazing!
3. Cupcake Tiered Display
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material |
Looking for a fun way to display mouthwatering cupcakes? This cupcake stand features a stepped design, serving as both a beautiful wood grained backdrop for your desserts and a functional serving center. Can be made in any length.
4. Tall Wood Cake Stand
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material |
Get the tall cake, without all the expensive tiers! If you want your single or smaller cake to look bigger and better, try this DIY wood cake stand. We love that it's easy to personalize!
5. Wood Candle Centerpiece
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material |
Turn a simple candle into a beautiful display by building candle lantern holders, plans available in 3 styles. Easy to modify for any size!
6. Simple DIY Wedding Table Numbers
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x4 boards, brad nails, wood glue |
Tie in your theme with custom table number signs! We love this easy diy project, to add your table numbers to your wedding. This is a super easy DIY project, and a must make for a big wedding!
7. Wedding Sign with Display Easel
Image Credit: Jaime Costiglio
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x boards, nails, screws |
Welcome guests with a freestanding wedding sign. This plan shows you how to make both the sign and the easel.
8. Triangle Wedding Arch
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Circular Saw, Drill, Chisel, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 2x6, self tapping screws |
For a modern ceremony, a triangle arch is easy to build and will frame your ceremony with elegance. This super easy to build plan uses just three 2x6 boards and simple joinery techniques.
Can be reused, or reuse the lumber to make a bench, coffee table, or other project for the home.
9. Hexagon Wedding Arch
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Miter Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x4, 2x4, mending plats or pocket hole screws |
A hexagon arch is easy to make and will give your ceremony a modern touch. We love how easy it is to create a beautiful ceremony sight with this hexagon arch. This is an easy to build, inexpensive project that is a must make if you are looking for a modern ceremony.
10. Rustic Wood Wedding Arch
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 2x4, 1x4, self tapping screws |
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11. Wedding Card Holder Box
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x4, 1-1/4" brad nails. wood glue |
Build a card box and tie in a wood theme to your reception gift table. This is a super simple build, only uses 1x4 boards, and can be stained or painted any color. Free plans with step by step instructions.
12. Serve Drinks with a DIY Potting Bench
Image Credit: The Frugal Homemaker
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 2x material |
A charming addition to the big day! We love the idea of using a potting bench for a beverage station. This is a great set up for guests to help themselves to drinks. We have many potting bench plans, so you can choose the perfect style. They are all beginner friendly builds, plus you can finish it to match the wedding decor! Use it as a potting bench after the wedding. - photo and build by The Frugal Homemaker
13. Elevate Drinks with a Party Bucket Stand
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Krg Jig, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 2x material |
Keep drinks easily accessible and cool with this ice bucket beverage stand plan - Build multiple to set in different locations.
14. 2 Tool DIY Wedding Table and Benches
Image Credit: Cindy Prescott via Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 2x material |
Our simplest farm table plan is a great addition to the main course. Build one for the bride and groom, or multiple for all of the guests. This plan uses common boards and just a couple of tools. Create a beautiful tablescape to go with this classic design to bring it all to life! Check out our 2 tool bench plans for seating.
15. Wedding Benches for Ceremony Seating
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 2x material |
For the ceremony, the guests will need a place to sit! Some solid wood benches are a fantastic option. If you can manage it, build them to fit the tables and move them to the reception for dining too! We have a lot of simple bench plans that can be built in 30 minutes to an hour each! These benches I built all of them in ONE DAY.
16. Inexpensive Cross Brace Bench
Image Credit: The Happier Homemaker
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 2x material |
This cross braced bench is lighter weight and still easy to build - but it will require a little more prep work to cut the angles. I do love the style!
17. Wedding Bench Guest Book
Image Credit: brookifer86 via Ana White
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material |
While we are talking about benches, what about building an extra special bench for the bride and groom as their guestbook? We love this style, but as mentioned, we have a lot of bench plans to choose from for a wedding bench guestbook!
18. Easy Planter Box
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material and cedar fence pickets |
Add florals or greenery without breaking the bank! These easy build planter boxes will be a great addition to line the aisles for the ceremony, or set on each side of the wedding arbor.
19. Easiest Corn Hole Boards
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 2x material, 1/2" project panel, nuts, washers, and bolts |
Don't forget the games! Add the bride and grooms name to these game boards for a sweet personalization.
Check out even more DIY Backyard Game Plans
20. Charcuterie or Grazing Board
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material |
Build a charming grazing board to serve finger food in style! This plan is super easy to modify for the size and what it will be used for. Make channels wider or narrower to have the perfect fit.
21. Rustic Tealight Candle Centerpiece
Image Credit: Mountain Modern Life
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 4x material |
Moving on to centerpieces to dress up the dining tables. A wooden candle centerpiece is not only pretty, it's also simple to achieve and incorporate into the tablescape.
22. Rustic Wood Vase Holder
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | Cedar fence pickets |
Charming and rustic vase holder! Grab some inexpensive jars or vases at the dollar store, some scrap boards and hand picked flowers for this little centerpiece.
23. Floral Box Centerpiece
Image Credit: Love Grows Wild
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material |
Another simple yet elegant centerpiece! Have fun with the finish and hardware on this one.
24. DIY Wood Chargers
Image Credit: Shanty 2 Chic
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Kreg Jig, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | Cedar fence pickets |
These fantastic wooden chargers will make a statement! Made with cedar fence pickets, these are so easy to personalize and build quickly.
25. Photo Backdrop Wall on Casters
Image Credit: Tidbits and Company
Skill Level: | Advanced |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x, 2x and 4x material, beadboard, drywall, conduit rod, clamps, hooks, casters |
Here is an option for a photo backdrop, check out this portable wall on wheels! Think about making each side a different style and finish.
26. Privacy Planter Wall
Image Credit: Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 2x material and cedar fence pickets |
If your venue needs some bordering or privacy, here's a great option! This easy to build privacy planter is gorgeous and low cost.
27. Wedding Tree Sign
Image Credit: KAILEELEV via Ana White
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | 1x material and cedar fence pickets |
Personalized wedding gift, yes please! You don't have to be an artist to give a thoughtful and cute gift. These little family tree signs are very customizeable and an inexpensive way to show your love.
28. Love Maquee Letters
Image Credit: Her Toolbelt
Skill Level: | Advanced |
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Tools Needed: | Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Jig Saw, Sander, Safety Glasses |
Materials: | plywood, plywood underlayment, utility panel, string lights |
Add a charming touch and show the LOVE with light up marquee letters!