DIY Preppy Hubby & Wifey Chair Backers

2 min read September 14, 2026 Natalie Mayhew
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One of the easiest ways to personalize your bridal table is by adding a little something to the backs of your chairs. Rather than the traditional Mr. and Mrs. why not make a statement that declares both your love for each other and your sense of fun.

These fabulous preppy black and white chair backers make a gorgeous statement. I love the way they pop against the green and pink tones of the wedding table. What's great is this wedding DIY can be modified to fit your wedding theme.

Follow the simple steps below to create your own!

Project Time
10 to 20 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

First take the Black & White Striped Table Runners and drape them over the chair backs. Tuck the runner back through the chair back so that the runner does not cover the chair seat.

I used the entire runner to achieve a lovely drape on the grass. Alternatively shorten them to your preference by cutting and sewing or pinning.

DIY Preppy Hubby & Wifey Chair Backers step 1
Step
2

Near the bottom of the seat back take the Black Organza Chair Bow, and gather and tie the two sides of the runner together.

DIY Preppy Hubby & Wifey Chair Backers step 2
Step
3

Next tie the Black Organza Chair Bow into a large bow.

DIY Preppy Hubby & Wifey Chair Backers step 3
Step
4

Take length of pink ribbon (approx 4ft) and tie one end of the ribbon to the center of the bow.

Tip: Tuck the tie behind the knot of the bow for neatness.

DIY Preppy Hubby & Wifey Chair Backers step 4
Step
5

Now it is time to fill the balloons with helium. Fill each balloon and tie to prevent helium from escaping.

DIY Preppy Hubby & Wifey Chair Backers step 5 part 1
DIY Preppy Hubby & Wifey Chair Backers step 5 part 2
Step
6

Go back to one of the chairs, take the other end of the ribbon and tie it to the wifey balloon. Repeat with the remaining chair and the hubby balloon. Once the balloons are tied to the ribbon, tie on a pretty pink bow at the bottom of the balloon. Your seat backs are now complete and ready for the new hubby and wifey to take their seats.

Check out my Preppy Pink & Green Garden Wedding for more wedding inspiration, along with the signature drink, Watermelon Mint Julep. 

 

DIY Preppy Hubby & Wifey Chair Backers step 6 part 1
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DIY Preppy Hubby & Wifey Chair Backers step 6 part 3

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