4 Offbeat Ideas For What To Do With Your Wedding Photos
When I’m having a rough day, I find solace in flipping through our wedding album’s most unexpected page – the one featuring my partner and our guests being chased by a dinosaur! It’s a quirky reminder that even on the toughest days, there are moments of joy to be cherished. While our digital copies of those special photos might be easily accessible, they deserve to be shared with others in a more meaningful way.
After all, we invested time, money, and emotions into capturing those unforgettable moments. If you’re pondering what to do with your wedding photos now that the big day has passed, consider transforming them into everyday items that will bring smiles to your faces and those of your loved ones. I took this approach during the holidays, deciding to turn our special memories into gifts and decor for my in-laws.
Initially, I planned to create a wedding album through Vistaprint, but then I realized the creative possibilities were endless. Turning your wedding photos into physical items is a modern way to relive those cherished moments beyond a traditional album or digital storage. It’s perfect for those who value mobility and don’t want to be tied down by bulky memorabilia.
Whether you’ve recently tied the knot or, like me, have been married for years, creating photo gifts is an intentional way to keep your favorite memories within reach.
Here are 4 ideas for what to do with your wedding photos:
1) Create a custom calendar
Calendars are an excellent gift option because they provide 12 chances to showcase cherished wedding memories. Moreover, they’re functional tools that can be used daily. To make it a truly unique and personalized present, Vistaprint offers the option to input custom text, which we took advantage of to create silly monthly themes (check out the GIF below). This thoughtful approach set the tone for an offbeat wedding photo gift that our in-laws thoroughly appreciated.
Selecting just 12 favorite photos was a daunting task! To commemorate our special day, we created a custom 12-month calendar for 2023. The calendars come in various sizes and personalization options, allowing you to make it truly one-of-a-kind.
One of the best features is the ability to highlight significant dates, such as my in-laws’ wedding anniversary, birthdays, and other notable events. This thoughtful touch made the calendar an even more meaningful keepsake.
2) Make a custom mug with a personal message
My partner’s love for dinosaurs can be traced back to their childhood, where it was instilled by my father-in-law. As a result, an inflatable T-Rex made its way into our special day, much to everyone’s delight. To make the moment even more memorable, we created a collage of our favorite wedding moments, featuring a close-up shot of the life-sized dino.
We personalized the gift with a heartfelt message and the wedding date, knowing that my father-in-law would treasure it as a sentimental keepsake. As someone who appreciates nostalgia, he gets a warm smile every time he looks at the photo – even on his morning coffee breaks.
3) Put your wedding photos on a canvas print
When my sister-in-law became the Woman of Honor, we wanted to give her a unique housewarming gift that celebrated our special bond. We decided to create a stunning wedding photo collage on canvas print featuring some of our favorite memories from our big day. The end result was more breathtaking than I could have ever imagined. Seeing it in person, I was blown away by the way the vibrant colors popped against the textured canvas.
The final product far exceeded my expectations, even surpassing what I had initially seen in the preview section. It truly was a masterpiece.
4) Keep it classic with a custom wedding photo book
What sealed the deal for me was when my mother-in-law showcased our Vistaprint wedding photo book at a party the day after, raving about its exceptional print quality. The silky smooth pages brought our special moments to life in stunning high-resolution, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who saw it. Prior to this experience, I never fully understood the allure of wedding photo books. However, Vistaprint’s exceptional product won me over.
The beautifully crafted book became an invaluable memento, encapsulating all the quirky, unconventional, and unforgettable moments from our big day. It not only serves as a treasured keepsake but also makes for a stylish addition to any coffee table. I went from being a skeptic to a believer, and now I’m eager to order more of these stunning books and share them with strangers – or maybe even scratch their heads!
Get those wedding photos off your desktop and onto something special!
You’ve invested heavily in capturing the essence of your special day through stunning wedding photos, and your photographer has done an incredible job of delivering top-notch, high-resolution images. As a result, you deserve to bask in the beauty of those memories every day. And Vistaprint is committed to preserving that quality by offering unique wedding photo gifts that allow you to bring those cherished moments into your daily life.
Whether you’re still basking in the glow of your own wedding or looking to share a piece of that joy with newlyweds, personalized keepsakes are an excellent way to keep the love alive. Simply obtain the link to their high-resolution photo album and surprise them with a thoughtful gift featuring a beloved image from their celebration. Trust me, they’ll be thrilled you asked and delighted by the gesture.
