When it comes to wedding planning, we instantly think about the beautiful decorations, colorful centerpieces and the gifts we must make (or buy) for the guests. But other than making sure the space looks lovely with creative adornments, there is something that will make the event even more memorable: a one-of-a-kind guest book. Whether you’re looking for a fun photo wedding guest book or a unique signed wine bottle, we’ve got you covered.

For example, this wood-burned tree slice will charm your guests. Visit your local craft store to find a tree slice for your guests to sign. Consider adding your wedding date and a personalized decoration using a wood-burning kit. Provide pens or fine point permanent markers and include a large sign like this gilded mirror so guests know where to leave their message. If you liked this idea, read on for more alternative guest books that will leave your friends and family in awe!

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Guest Quilt

Gather fabric squares in your favorite patterns and a few permanent markers for guests to write their message to the happy couple. After the wedding, have a family member or sewing shop put together the pieces to make a quilt that will be cherished for years to come.

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DIY Puzzle Guestbook

A puzzle makes a one-of-a-kind guest book you can take apart and put back together every anniversary.

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Polaroid Memories

It’s hard to remember everyone who attended your wedding. Turn a plain book into a photo book where guests can snap a picture with a Polaroid and write a personal message to the newlyweds. Down the road, you’ll enjoy flipping through the snapshots of your family and friends.

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Sign Their Names ... On Your Name

Create one-of-a-kind signage for your new home with this interactive guest sign-in using basic chipboard letters and acrylic paint.

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Wine Bottle

For the wine connoisseurs, select your favorite bottle for guests to write on with a gold or silver permanent marker. When you open it is up to you, but it could be a neat memory to open the bottle on your first anniversary. When the bottle is empty, rinse it and display it on a mantel or bookshelf as a wedding keepsake.

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Faux Pumpkin

Perfect for a fall wedding, a faux pumpkin is a cute and easy idea to master. Glam up the pumpkin with gold glitter on the stem, fill a jar with colorful permanent markers and use a smaller faux pumpkin to let guests know what to sign.

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Vintage Typewriter

Go old school and have guests type out their best wishes with a vintage typewriter. Use an antique box or suitcase to hold the love notes. If you don't have a grandparent or relative with a typewriter you can borrow, search thrift stores and antique shops to find the perfect one.

Jenga Blocks

Turn your guest book into a game of Jenga for your guests by having them sign a wooden block and putting it back without knocking down the other blocks. Even after the wedding, you will have a fun backyard game to play with your new spouse, family and friends.

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Personalized Postcards

Order customized postcards or collect postcards from the different places you visit to make this unique guest book idea. Set up three boxes for guests to write their words of advice for your one-year, five-year and ten-year anniversaries.

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Recipe Cards

Love to cook? Instead of writing down their words of wisdom and congratulations, have loved ones share their favorite recipes and put them in a recipe box. Let guests know ahead of time via social media or your invite to bring recipes.

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Personalized Photo Book

Turn your engagement photos into a custom photo book for guests to flip through and express their well wishes. Keep the book on a coffee table or entry table to look back on as the years go by.

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Travel Map

For the adventurous couple who loves to travel, use an old map for guests to sign on and give their thoughts on where to travel to next. Frame the map or attach it to a bulletin board so you can pin all the places you've been.

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Message in a Bottle

Receive words of wisdom from family and friends for the first five years of marriage. A five-tier wine rack holds a bottle for each year. Simply have your guests write out their message, roll it up and put it in the bottle of their choice. Get the free printable designs and step-by-step instructions here.

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Vinyl Records

Bring in a retro vibe to the reception with vinyl records for guests to sign. Metallic permanent markers such as gold and silver work best for readability. If you still want to listen to the albums, have them sign only the covers.

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Keys to Success

There are many great DIY projects using shipping pallets. Why not use one for your wedding guest book? Let friends and family share their “keys to success” on paper tags attached with small keys that can be found at a craft store. Be sure to add nails or hooks to the pallet so there’s a place for the tags to hang.

All Around the World

Give a basic desktop globe a creative update by turning it into a guest book. Ask friends and family to sign on locations they think you should travel as a new couple.

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Address Book

Simplify your life after the wedding and opt for an address guest book to help you when it comes time to send those thank-you notes. Plus, it’s a great keepsake for you to send Christmas cards and special announcements down the road. Get the free printable designs and step-by-step instructions here.

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"Wood" You Sign Our Guest Book?

This creative couple asked their wedding guests for their autographs on a beautiful wooden sign handmade by the bride's dad. Framed directions next to the sign said, “Without you here, it would not be the same. Help us remember by signing your name.”

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Wooden Hearts

Make a cute display of small wooden hearts for loved ones to sign. These can be arranged as part of your home decor in a galvanized bucket or showcased in a shadow box on the wall even after the wedding. What a sweet memento to remember a special day.

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