What are some DIY beach wedding decoration ideas?

For a beach wedding, let natural materials do the work. Collect driftwood to hold place cards or to frame a welcome sign. Fill glass jars with sand, shells and tea lights for table centres. Tie napkins with twine or rope instead of ribbon. Make bunting from fabric scraps in your colour scheme and string it between posts or trees.

You can also use starfish, pebbles and sea glass as place markers. Write names on small stones with a marker pen. A wooden board covered in sand makes a lovely table number holder. For the aisle, line it with lanterns, shells or flowers tucked into the sand.

Check with your venue first. Some beaches have rules about candles, open flames or removing natural items. If you are on public land, you may need a permit. Keep decorations lightweight and easy to pack away. Wind can be your biggest challenge, so weigh everything down and avoid paper items that blow away.