Easy Scroll Wedding Programs
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Overview
Wedding programs provide an overview of the order of service and can be used as way of sharing tidbits of information about
the couple while guests await the start of the wedding. Programs are optional, and can be as simple or as elaborate as the
couple wishes. Often, couples choose to provide creative programs that fit with the style and theme of the wedding.
This page describes how to make simple scroll programs with an adhesive seal and tied with ribbon. Add personal touches with your own ideas. These designs can also be used to make simple scroll wedding invitations.
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Supplies
- Scroll Wedding Program:
- Paper
- Printer or calligraphy pens
- Paper cutter
- Adhesive seals or stickers (wax seals do not work well for this type of scroll)
- Ribbon
- Scissors
Process
- Print program
- Determine the text of your program. The amount of text will determine the size of paper that will be used. 8½" x 11" (letter size) sheets can be used if the text is short. 8½" x 14" (legal size) sheets are appropriate for a slightly longer program.
- Select the paper of your choice. A light parchment coloring or texture tends to work well.
- Print the programs with your printer or write them by hand. Two invitations can be printed side by side on each page.
- Use the paper cutter to separate the programs.
- Create scroll
- Carefully roll each program into a moderately tight scroll. The final diameter will be approximately ½".
- Attach a decorative sticker to seal the scroll closed.
- Cut ribbon to appropriate length (approximately 11 inches). It may take several trials before you find the best length for your programs.
- Secure program with ribbon and tie off with a bow. Tip: If you have trouble getting the sticker to hold the scroll closed while securing with ribbon, either get a second person to help or use a bit of masking tape to temporarily secure the scroll.
Final Product
This is an example of a finalized wedding scroll program. These are relatively quick to make, but they can add an additional touch
of elegance to your wedding day. This style can also be used for wedding invitations, but protective packaging would be needed
if these were to be mailed.
Pictured to the right is a more complex scroll that can be used either as an elaborate program or as a wedding invitation that ships better than
the simple version. Learn how to make a double scroll invitation.
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