Looking for a unique nautical themed seating chart display with a chic, elegant twist? I have the perfect display for all of the ocean loving brides out there!
A fisherman's net can easily be used to hang an array of gorgeous seashells that double as seating assignments. It not only fits the nautical theme but adds a fabulous piece of decor to your wedding vignette and is sure to delight guests.
Read on below to learn how to make this unique seating chart. The time it will take you will depend on the number of guests attending your wedding.
First, paint a selection of Moon Seashells blue ombre. Use a trio of paint - white, dark blue and light blue, to get the ombre color transition. Use a sponge and lightly dab the paint around the edge of each shell. Transitioning from dark blue up to white and overlapping the dabs of paint to gradually lighten the blue. Leave to dry.
Next, I used my Cricut to cut out guest names and table numbers and stuck the names to the painted shells.
Use plain white (unpainted shells) for the table numbers to differentiate between the two. If you do not have a Cricut, you can either write the names yourself with a silver foil pen, have a calligrapher do this for you or alternatively use silver alphabet stickers.
Next paint the Round Unfinished Wood Bead Assortment using the same technique and color palette.
Once the beads are dry, thread the beads onto a length of Natural Jute Cording.
Use a hot glue gun to attach starfish to a selection of Mini Clothespins. These will be used to hang the table numbers only. Guest names are attached using only a clothespin.
Next, hang several layers of Natural Fish Net Wall Decoration. Use removable command hooks to hang the net. Drape the fish net with slack and layer.
Grouping the tables together, hang the shells on the fishnet using the clothespins.
Next, weave in different nautical and beach elements into the netting. A mix of starfish, faux sea greens and blush florals to give the seating chart a pop of color and texture. As if it has freshly pulled from the sea.
Then hang the painted bead garland across the top of the fishing net chart.
Next, take the Distressed Chalkboard with Burlap Hanger and paint the chalkboard white.
Glue a selection of sea shells, starfish and faux greenery to the corners. Finally, add the pun to the sign. I used my Cricut, if you don't have a Cricut, use the template provided.
Download the free Seating Chart Sign here!
Tip: Turn the template over, use a pencil to color in the back of the paper. Flip over & place on the sign. Trace the outline using the pencil. You then have an outline of the words. Write over this with a silver pen.
For more nautical idea's & inspiration be sure to check out my Nautical Themed Wedding, my Blue Ombré Cocktail and DIY Wedding Salt Favors.