Creating A Wedding Wishing Well With Cardboard

A wedding wishing well is a great way to collect cards and gifts from your guests. You can make a beautiful, romantic, and rustic DIY cardboard wishing well basket for your wedding by following these simple steps.

Choosing a cardboard box

When choosing a cardboard box for your wedding wishing well, there are a few things to consider. Firstly, you'll want to choose a box that fits in with your overall wedding theme and colours. You can decorate the box yourself, or buy one that's already decorated. If you're feeling creative, you could paint the box or wrap it in gift wrapping paper to match your colour scheme.

Another thing to consider is the size of the box. If you're expecting a lot of guests, you might want to opt for a larger box or even a tiered box, which will give you more space for cards and well-wishes. You can also make the box as small as you like if you're only expecting a few guests or if you want to encourage people to contribute money rather than cards.

It's also important to think about the placement of your wishing well. If you're planning to have it on a table, make sure you choose a box that's the right size and won't take up too much space. If you want it to be a standalone feature, choose a box that's large enough to be noticed and considered a centrepiece.

Finally, don't forget to add a slit at the top of the box so that guests can easily drop in their cards and envelopes. You may also want to consider adding a lock to the box for added security.

Adding a roof

Now it's time to add a roof to your cardboard wedding wishing well. You will need two flat pieces of cardboard, duct tape or packing tape, and decorations such as flowers, garlands, or ribbons.

First, cut out two halves of cardboard to make the roof. Paint the roof on one or both sides to match your colour scheme. Position the decorated cardboard so that they are at a 90-degree angle and tape them together firmly. Set the roof on top of the wishing well and secure it with hot glue if needed.

Next, it's time to decorate your roof! You can cover your roof with flowers, garlands, ribbons, or other decorations. You can also add cut-out letters that spell "Wishing Well" or get creative with a mini chalkboard, glitter, or other decorative elements.

If you want to create a more intricate roof, you can follow these additional steps. Take two dowel rods and place them inside the wishing well, opposite each other, to serve as roof poles. Experiment with different heights to achieve the desired roof level. Secure the dowel rods to the wishing well by threading ribbon through the structure and tying it in place.

For an even more decorative touch, glue a horizontal dowel rod to the two vertical dowel rods to form a base for the roof. This will also provide a hanging structure for a wicker napkin basket, which can be used as a "water bucket" for added charm.

Decorating the box

Now that the cardboard box is assembled, it's time to decorate it to match your wedding theme. You can cover the box with wrapping paper or paint it to match your colour scheme. If you're feeling creative, you can add some glitter or other decorative elements.

If you want to get really festive, you can create a miniature version of your own house or use a generic doll's house as the wishing well. This will surely be a unique and memorable addition to your wedding decor.

Another idea is to wrap the box with flowers, garlands, or ribbons. You can also add a slit at the top of the box for guests to drop in their wedding cards. If you want to include a sign, you can attach a mini chalkboard or a piece of cardboard with "Wishing Well" written on it.

For a rustic touch, consider using a hessian sack to cover the box or add some twine or ribbon to the handle. You can also use silk flowers or butterflies to give it a whimsical feel.

Don't be afraid to get creative and think of ways to make your wishing well stand out. It will surely be a focal point of your wedding, so make it reflect your style and personality.

Making a handle

Next, bend the bundle of twigs in half to create a U-shape. This will be the shape of your handle. Using wire or twine, securely attach the handle to the wicker basket. Ensure that the handle is stable and does not wobble.

With the handle in place, you can now add a roof to your wishing well. Cut out two flat pieces of cardboard and decorate them as desired to match your wedding theme. Paint the cardboard or wrap it in gift wrapping paper. Once you are happy with the appearance, tape the two pieces of cardboard together at a 90-degree angle to form a peaked roof.

Finally, place the roof on top of the twig handle and secure it with hot glue. You can further decorate the handle and roof with ribbon, garlands, or silk flowers. Your wishing well handle is now complete and ready to be a part of your special day!

Creating a stand

For a life-size standing wedding wishing well, you will need a large cardboard box, three long dowel rods, duct tape or strong adhesive, and decorative items of your choice.

Start by assembling all the necessary tools and materials. If desired, you can add a liner to the inside of your box.

Next, prepare the roof poles by placing two dowel rods inside the box, opposite each other, at the desired height. Secure them in place by threading ribbon through the box and around the rods. Glue a third dowel rod horizontally across the two vertical rods to form the roof.

Now it's time to create the roof. Cut two halves of cardboard and decorate them to match your colour scheme. Position the two halves at a 90-degree angle and tape them together firmly. Set the roof on top of the dowel rods and secure it with hot glue.

Finally, decorate your wishing well! Cover it with flowers, garlands, ribbon, or any other decorations you choose. You can also add cut-out letters that spell "Wishing Well" or get creative with a mini chalkboard, glitter, or other craft supplies.

For a tabletop version, follow a similar process but on a smaller scale. You will need a smaller box, a bundle of pliable twigs for the handle, and cardboard for the roof. After assembling the box, twist or braid the twigs to form the handle and attach it to the box with wire or twine. Cut and decorate the cardboard roof, then glue it to the handle. Finish by decorating the box with ribbon, flowers, or spray paint.

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