Creative Wedding Card Holder Ideas to Cherish Your Wishes

So, you're planning a wedding the gown, the venue, the food (oh, the food!). But have you thought about what to do with all of those adorable cards from your guests? Between the ceremony and the reception, a wedding card holder, usually an ornate box, is set up to receive good wishes and maybe a little something extra. But what exactly is a wedding card holder? In simple terms, it's just a special receptacle for your guests to put their cards during your reception.

But let's face it, sometimes a plain old wedding card holder isn't really your style, or maybe you're the kind of person who likes your packaging to have a bit of, well, you. The great news is that there is a world of creative alternatives to the traditional wedding card holder!

 

Ditch The Wedding Card Holder: Alternative Boxes

Is your brain ready to start thinking outside the box? Here are a few fun and fashionable options:

Vintage Suitcase: So cute for a travel-loving couple or one that had a destination wedding! It has a vintage charm and can be repurposed after your day.

 

Birdcage: Classically romantic, a decorative birdcage adds a playful feel. Pick one that matches your wedding décor, whether that's something fancy and gold (for a traditional look) or something plain and rustic (for a more boho vibe).

 

Wishing Well: A big fave, for obvious reasons! Wishing wells can be found in a range of styles, whether you're into a rustic wooden style or a more modern one crafted from metal. They usually even have a place for cards, which can turn into a charming garden feature later.

 

Shadow Box Frame: This not only makes a great place to gather up the cards during the reception, but a nice large shadow box frame can also become a special keepsake display following the big day. You can throw in little mementos from your wedding day later on.

 

A glass cloche or terrarium: In your more modern and elegant theme, you can put them in a big glass cloche or terrarium. Think about decorating the inside as well to fit your theme.

 

Hollowed-out book: For those who like literature, an impressive-looking, thick book with the pages emptied out makes an interesting and surprising place to store the cards.

 

Wine Barrel or Crate: Ideal for a vineyard or a rustic wedding theme, a reused wine barrel or wood case provides some natural feel.

 

Decorative Basket on an Easel: Feature a lovely basket or platter on an easel. This makes it so much easier for guests to know where to drop off their cards and gives just a touch of artistry.

 

Personalized Mailbox: A cute and quirky choice, especially if you're a friend with a love for snail mail. You can even customize it with your name and wedding date.

The Day After: What to Do With Your Precious Wedding Cards

When the confetti has fallen, and the last dance is finished, you will end up with a pile of lovely cards. Don't just throw them in a drawer! These bits of paper are but a token of the warm wishes and love we feel for you from the hearts of your family and friends. And, since those books will be all finished up, here are some keepsake ideas to help remember them years down the line:

Wedding Card Album/Scrapbook: An oldie but a goodie. Place your cards in a lovely album or scrapbook, along with photos and other items from your special wedding day.

 

Punch Holes and Bind: As a more straightforward approach, punch a hole in each corner of your cards and bind them together with ribbon or a decorative ring. This makes a sweet little booklet of well wishes.

 

Place Them in a Decorative wedding card holder or Basket: If you're not quite ready to make an album of your own, keep all of your cards in a pretty decorative wedding card holder box or basket that you can keep on display in your house.

 

Frame Your Favorites: Pick out a handful of the most meaningful or striking cards and frame them, which will allow you to display them as art.

 

Add Them to a Shadow Box: If you held your cards in a shadow box like I did, complement the set-up by including a few of the cards in the box, as well as other small tokens, such as your wedding invitation, a boutonniere, or a piece of your veil.

 

Scan and Make a Digital Album: If you're into technology (let's face it, who isn't?), scan all those cards and create a digital album you can flip through and share.

 

Incorporate quotes into Your Home Décor: Choose memorable quotes or messages from your cards and print them on canvases, pillows, or other home décor.

 

Send Thank You Notes That Reference Specific Messages: While you're writing your thank you notes, take the cards back out and include something specific a guest wrote in it. This is a nice little personal touch to show you really appreciated the well wishes.

Your wedding cards are more than just pieces of paper; they are tangible reminders of the love and support surrounding your new marriage. By choosing a card holder that reflects your style and taking the time to preserve these heartfelt messages, you'll have cherished keepsakes to look back on for years to come.