How to Write on Rocks for your Wedding Place Cards

If you're getting married underneath the big blue sky surrounded by all things nature, these pretty and practical rock place cards are just what you need to help your guests find their seats! Whether it's a picnic table or boho blanket on the grass, these place cards can go anywhere and not risk being blown away for your rustic wedding. So gather up some flat stones and a paint pen to make these sweet handwritten keepsakes. And if any guest happens to leave their rock behind, upcycle these cuties in your backyard to help with water drainage around your favorite plants! No waste, maximum thoughtfulness.

How to Write on Rocks for Chic and Affordable Wedding Place Cards

Difficulty Level: Easy

PROJECT MATERIALS
• Variety of large flat river rocks
• DecoArt Glass Paint marker
• Microfiber cleaning cloth
• Pencil
• Eraser



INSTRUCTIONS
1. Using a damp cloth or even a water-filled bucket for muddy stones, clean your rocks, especially if you have found them outdoors. You need a clean surface for the paint pen to apply perfectly.



2. Once your rocks are dry, pencil in your guests' names onto each rock. If you prefer a different handwritten style than your own, print off your guests' name on plain paper and copy from that font... or alternatively, grab your favorite friend with fabulous handwriting skills to help you out or hire a calligrapher!



3. Shake your paint marker well and trace over your pencil marks. Allow each layer to dry before drawing back over your lines to make it more opaque. Let dry completely over a couple of hours before stacking your place cards. If needed, use an eraser to get rid of any pencil marks shown after your rocks have dried. Enjoy your special rustic wedding day!

Bonus Idea: Find some large river rocks? Turn them into table numbers to match your place cards! It’ll also help keep your table runners or linens down on your outdoor tables.

TUTORIAL CREDITS
Photography and DIY Tutorial: Chelsea Barton (originally designed for Jen of Something Turquoise) | Flowers: Apple Mint Florist | Paint Marker: DecoArt

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