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Pages after pages of names and the occasional “Congratulations” have been done—it’s time to take your wedding guest book to new levels! A guest book is the ultimate keepsake that you can cherish for a lifetime, so why not make it memorable? Impress everyone with these 20 fresh and fun ideas will put a whole new spin on your big day!

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58290 Set up a photo booth where guests can take instant pictures, glue them into a book and write a special note to you and your mister. You'll cherish the goofy photos and heartwarming messages from each and every person who shared your special day with you. Photo by <a href="http://www.taragrahamphoto.com/" target="_blank">Tara Graham Photography</a>. As seen in this <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/real-weddings/2011/08/30/purple-schoolhouse-celebration-in-thornhill-ontario/" target="_blank">Real Wedding</a>. WBMAY_photobooth https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Orr-12421-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Orr-12421.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Orr-12421.jpg 500 333 {"aperture":"4","credit":"Tara Graham","camera":"Canon EOS 5D Mark II","created_timestamp":"1299371900","copyright":"\u00c2\u00a9 2010 Tara Graham","focal_length":"45","iso":"2000","shutter_speed":"0.0166666666667"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/orr-1242-3/ orr-1242-3 0 0

58280 Use this time-capsule guest book box to store wishes from your loved ones for years to come. Decide on a future anniversary and read each note on that day. This will make for a great activity and something to look forward to in your new life together. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/77835173/personalized-wine-box-custom-with-with?ref=sr_gallery_3&sref=sr_4044ff4147cca141390753a28a6c79737d9066a6e9db5bf0756a05b6cf0a7380_1337867950_14115360_wedding&ga_ref=auto3&ga_search_query=wedding+time+capsule&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_type=all" target="_blank">Bragging Bags</a>. WBMAY_timecapsule https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2572709651-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2572709651.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2572709651.jpg 550 431 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/il_570xn-257270965-2/ il_570xn-257270965-2 0 0

58308 Share the love with this "make a wish, take a wish" guest book idea. One bowl holds wishes written by your guests while the other holds wishes for your guests to take home. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://jenadevents.blogspot.ca/2008/11/well-wishes.html" target="_blank">Jena D Events</a>. WBMAY_makewishtakewish https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/takeawishslashmakeawishtable-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/takeawishslashmakeawishtable.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/takeawishslashmakeawishtable.jpg 533 504 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/takeawishslashmakeawishtable/ takeawishslashmakeawishtable 0 0

58286 Talk about organization! This two-in-one idea is genius as it incorporates table assignments and a guest book. Now you'll always remember who sat at what table and how much fun they had. We love how his couple decided to open a different guest book for every anniversary to always remember their big day. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/99776843/creative-table-number-books-guestbook?ref=sr_gallery_19&ga_search_query=guestbook&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">Preston Event Planning</a>. WBMAY_tablenumbers https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.3367768011-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.3367768011.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.3367768011.jpg 550 413 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/il_570xn-336776801-2/ il_570xn-336776801-2 0 0

58282 Add a personal touch to your guest book---literally. Have your guests imprint their thumbs on this stunning tree drawing using finger-paint. Even have them sign their "leaf" so you can always remember who joined you in celebrating your marriage. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/87957064/20-off-guestbook-fingerprint-tree-on?ref=sr_gallery_42&ga_search_query=wedding+guestbook+fingerprint&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_page=5&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">Jennifer J Designs</a>. WBMAY_treepaint https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2636296511-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2636296511.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2636296511.jpg 550 825 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/il_570xn-263629651-2/ il_570xn-263629651-2 0 0

58289 For your music-themed wedding, have your guests sign their names and a short message on vinyl records. For an even better effect, personalize your records with your names or choose albums that will play during your big day. Photo by <a href="http://www.iamrachelpeters.com/#/special/splash/" target="_blank">Rachel Peters Photography</a>. As seen in this <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/real-weddings/2012/05/18/a-vintage-new-years-eve-wedding-in-charlottetown-p-e-i/" target="_blank">Real Wedding</a>. WBMAY_records https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/nye-wedding-191-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/nye-wedding-191.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/nye-wedding-191.jpg 550 827 {"aperture":"10","credit":"Rachel Peters","camera":"NIKON D700","created_timestamp":"1325360174","copyright":"RACHEL PETERS","focal_length":"50","iso":"1600","shutter_speed":"0.01"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/nye-wedding-19-4/ nye-wedding-19-4 0 0

58284 Make a game out of your guest book by having your loved ones write notes on Jenga game pieces. Every time you play, you will reminisce back to your big day and remember each and every person there. Photo courtesy of <a href=" http://www.etsy.com/listing/86516594/wooden-block-game-guest-book-alternative?ref=sr_gallery_44&ga_search_query=guestbook+alternative&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_page=5&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">The Papery Nook</a>. WBMAY_jengagame https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2875903971-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2875903971.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2875903971.jpg 550 536 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/il_570xn-287590397-2/ il_570xn-287590397-2 0 0

58287 A unique and quirky way to add some fun to your wedding is having your guests fill out these bride and groom madlibs. Not only will your guests love it, you and your hubby will spend hours laughing at their hilarious answers. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/100367300/elegant-wedding-guest-book-do-it?ref=sr_gallery_1&sref=sr_53557c49a040518bb607905cac61b04809610b5bbda6ce987d5a905b382a00dc_1337803193_14118440_guestbook&ga_search_query=guestbook+alternative&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_ref=related&ga_page=1&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">Weddings By Jamie</a>. WBMAY_madlib https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.3389247011-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.3389247011.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.3389247011.jpg 550 827 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/il_570xn-338924701-2/ il_570xn-338924701-2 0 0

58275 For a vintage or rustic wedding, provide a single typewriter with a continuous piece of paper for each guest to type his or her names and wishes on. After the reception, roll up the paper and tie it with a bow to preserve it. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://blog.ct-designs.com/2012/02/three-wedding-guest-book-alternatives.html" target="_blank">CT Designs Inc</a>. WBMAY_typewriter https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/alternative-guest-books-11-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/alternative-guest-books-11.jpeg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/alternative-guest-books-11.jpeg 550 366 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/alternative-guest-books-1-2/ alternative-guest-books-1-2 0 0

58281 Preserve your guests’ notes with this clever and reusable keepsake plate! Not only is it super easy to set up, you and your mister can mount it decoratively or use it for entertaining. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/78564887/hand-painted-85-large-oval-guest-book?ref=sr_gallery_8&ga_search_query=plate+guestbook&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">The Younique Boutique</a>. WBMAY_plate https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2597114791-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2597114791.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2597114791.jpg 550 467 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/il_570xn-259711479-2/ il_570xn-259711479-2 0 0

58278 For your vineyard wedding, have your guests sign these wine corks to add a rustic touch to your day. They also make for great vase-fillers so you can keep them around forever! Photo courtesy of <a href="http://rpsevents.gr/2011/07/05/biblio-efxwn/guestbook-alternative-wine-corks-vineyard-wedding/" target="_blank">Rock Paper Scissors</a>. WBMAY_corks https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/guestbook-alternative-wine-corks-vineyard-wedding1-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/guestbook-alternative-wine-corks-vineyard-wedding1.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/guestbook-alternative-wine-corks-vineyard-wedding1.jpg 550 588 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/guestbook-alternative-wine-corks-vineyard-wedding-2/ guestbook-alternative-wine-corks-vineyard-wedding-2 0 0

58283 If you are having a nature-infused wedding, try out these wishing stones where each guest can sign, write a message, or provide marriage survival tips. The added bonus? You can decorate your home and garden with them, too! Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/72937971/wishing-stones-guest-book-alternative?ref=sr_gallery_6&ga_search_query=guestbook+alternative&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_page=6&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">The Papery Nook</a>. WBMAY_wishstones https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2690031501-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2690031501.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2690031501.jpg 550 549 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/il_570xn-269003150-2/ il_570xn-269003150-2 0 0

58272 Set up a mailbox and pre-addressed postcards as your wedding guest book. Guests can write their best wishes for your marriage and have them mailed to your house after the reception. When you return from your honeymoon, you and your hubby can read through each one! Photo by <a href=" http://www.daydreamweddings.ca/" target="_blank">Daydream Weddings</a>. As seen in this <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/real-weddings/2012/02/02/a-vintage-inspired-wedding-by-the-sea-in-vancouver-british-columbia/" target="_blank">Real Wedding</a>. WBMAY_postcards https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/2641-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/2641.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/2641.jpg 550 365 {"aperture":"2.8","camera":"NIKON D300","created_timestamp":"1317560690","focal_length":"32","iso":"1600","shutter_speed":"0.0002"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/264-2/ 264-2 0 0

58279 With this puzzle piece guest book, your loved ones can write individual notes on each piece and you and your mister can put them together. With every piece, you will be reminded of your special day and those who shared it with you. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/57172288/wedding-guest-book-wood-puzzle-a-guest?ref=sr_gallery_12&ga_search_query=guestbook+alternative&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_page=10&ga_search_type=handmade/" target="_blank">Bella Puzzles</a>. WBMAY_puzzle https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2547451901-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2547451901.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.2547451901.jpg 550 433 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/il_570xn-254745190-2/ il_570xn-254745190-2 0 0

58274 Embrace your love for the sea and have your guests place their wishes in a bottle. It is up to you when you decide to read them all! Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.socialphy.com/posts/off-topic/9750/Wedding-Planner_-Guest-Book-Ideas.html" target="_blank">Socialphy</a>. WBMAY_msgbottle https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/85709199127871638_WtgakpGI_c1-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/85709199127871638_WtgakpGI_c1.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/85709199127871638_WtgakpGI_c1.jpg 550 366 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/85709199127871638_wtgakpgi_c-2/ 85709199127871638_wtgakpgi_c-2 0 0

58276 For a rustic-themed wedding, have your guests sign this large wooden barrel. There is enough room for a large party’s messages and you can even use it for storage post-wedding. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.greylikesweddings.com/uncategorized/rethinking-your-guestbook/" target="_blank">Grey Likes Weddings</a>. WBMAY_barrel https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/guest-book-barrels1-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/guest-book-barrels1.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/guest-book-barrels1.jpg 550 411 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/guest-book-barrels-2/ guest-book-barrels-2 0 0

58273 Rather than a simple book, opt for a woodsy lawn chair that your guests can sign with a permanent marker. Make sure to seal the chair with a protective waterproof topcoat to preserve your memories for a lifetime. Photo courtesy of <a href=" http://inspiringpretty.com/2011/10/24/12-unique-wedding-guestbook-ideas/" target="_blank">Inspiring Pretty</a>. WBMAY_woodchair https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/47428602295565156RKOM5xjpc1-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/47428602295565156RKOM5xjpc1.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/47428602295565156RKOM5xjpc1.jpg 550 365 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/47428602295565156rkom5xjpc-2/ 47428602295565156rkom5xjpc-2 0 0

58277 Channel your inner Picasso with this clever and colourful guest book idea. Have your guests paint their wishes on an easel for you to hang up in your home. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.pocketfulofdreams.co.uk/2011/06/13/dream-idea-alternative-wedding-guestbook-4/" target="_blank">Pocketful of Dreams</a>. WBMAY_paint https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/guestbook-alternative-painting1-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/guestbook-alternative-painting1.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/guestbook-alternative-painting1.jpg 550 491 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/guestbook-alternative-painting-2/ guestbook-alternative-painting-2 0 0

58288 To add some creativity and fun to your guest book, dare your guests to predict where they see you two in X amount of years via drawings. Reading through them will have you in tears from laughing so hard! Photo by <a href="http://www.knorthphotography.ca/" target="_blank">Karri North Photography</a>. As seen in this <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/real-weddings/2011/08/19/tradition-and-whimsy-in-wine-country/" target="_blank">Real Wedding</a>. WBMAY_prophesysketch https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/IrisandMike711-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/IrisandMike711.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/IrisandMike711.jpg 550 365 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/irisandmike71-3/ irisandmike71-3 0 0

58285 For the ultimate love story wedding, have your guests sign their names and messages on a wooden tree swing. Attach the swing to a tree outside your home to always remember those encouraging and memorable words. Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/95208358/tree-swing-guestbook-alternative-for?ref=sr_gallery_10&ga_search_query=guestbook&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">Blue Fox Willow</a>. WBMAY_woodswing https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.3201080171-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.3201080171.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/il_570xN.3201080171.jpg 550 413 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/20-creative-guest-book-ideas-for-your-wedding/slide/il_570xn-320108017-2/ il_570xn-320108017-2 0 0