Joyful Destination Wedding: Easy DIY Details You Can Make & Pack in Your Suitcase
There’s something undeniably magical about a destination wedding. Whether you’re saying I Do barefoot on a beach, in a sun-washed Greek villa, or beneath palm trees, these celebrations are all about experience, connection, and joy. The very things that pair beautifully with thoughtful DIY details of your destination wedding. And if you are a creative DIY bride, groom, MOH, or even a Planner, this guide is for you!
Of course, traveling with wedding decor comes with its own challenges (no one wants to drag twenty boxes through an airport!), but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice personality or meaningful touches.
With a little smart planning (and the right DIY tools), it’s surprisingly easy to bring beautiful, handcrafted details along with you, all neatly packed into a suitcase or carry-on.
All the projects in this guide are for real couples – real weddings with real luggage. And you can also find all these portable DIY items featured in Cricut Weddings – the upcoming wedding DIY book by Tidewater and Tulle editor-in-chief Chelsea Barton.
Here are five destination-friendly DIY ideas from the book that travel beautifully while making a big impact.
Fabric Menu Sign
Paper signage and overseas weddings don’t always get along. Humidity, transport, and tight packing can turn crisp menus into crumpled messes, but fabric signs solve that problem in one swoop.
You can easily roll or fold your cotton, linen, canvas, or sheer material fabric menu sign. It weighs almost nothing and instantly elevates your wedding reception with a custom look. Using heat transfer vinyl designs cut with a Cricut machine, you can personalize your bar menu with your wedding fonts and colors. And if any wrinkles happen, give it a light steam on the backside, avoiding the text, at your hotel.
If you’re doing any wedding signs, this type is far more travel-friendly than foam board or mirror signage!
Bouquet Ribbons
If you want one of the easiest, most meaningful DIYs to pack, this is it.
Personalized bouquet ribbons add movement and story to your florals without taking up any space in your luggage. They are made with heat transfer vinyl on your choice of ribbon with couples personalizing with their wedding date, a favorite quote, or even a message to one another. Author of Cricut Weddings and wedding DIY expert Chelsea recommends rolling your ribbons on a wooden spool or a cardboard tube to keep these keepsake ribbons pristine while traveling.
Tied onto your bouquet or your wedding party’s flowers, these ribbons photograph beautifully and bring a custom touch to even the simplest arrangements. They’re perfect for when you’re working with local florists abroad.
Cocktail Straw Flags
Having a signature cocktail? Fancy it up with its own cocktail straw flag!
These small adhesive paper flags attach easily to straws for cocktails, welcome drinks, or dessert tables. They pack flat (if unassembled), weigh practically nothing, and instantly turn a drink into a thoughtful wedding detail.
With a Cricut, a popular brand of smart DIY cutting machines, you can personalize them in your wedding colors, names, or a fun phrase. They’re especially fabulous for beach bars, poolside receptions, or outdoor welcome parties where decor needs to be effortless.
Wedding Party T-Shirts
Matching wedding party shirts aren’t just for getting-ready photos; they’re incredibly fun for anytime during a destination wedding event!
Whether you’re heading on excursions or just trying to find your people in a busy resort, coordinated tees can help your group stay together. And look great doing it, on other wedding-related adventures.
Custom shirts can be rolled tightly in a suitcase, handed out on arrival, and worn throughout the trip. Custom Tees are one of the few DIYs that keep working long after the wedding day ends.
“Just Married” Hat
Destination weddings don’t stop at the end of your reception! Most couples turn their trips into a honeymoon, a mini-vacation, or a celebration that stretches across days.
Matching “Just Married” hats is one of the easiest, cutest things you can bring for you and your partner. It packs flat, works in sun and heat, and instantly lets the world know what you’re celebrating. Whether you’re strolling through an airport, lounging by the pool, or heading out for your first dinner as newlyweds, it may even bring some surprise treats from the venues when you show off your newlywed status!
With cut heat transfer vinyl, you can match it to your wedding aesthetic without sacrificing comfort or practicality.
Why Cricut DIY Is Perfect for Destination Weddings
The beauty of Cricut wedding projects isn’t just how they look — it’s how they travel.
In the book Cricut Weddings, every project is designed with real couples in mind. People who want beautiful, professional-looking details with a handmade touch. And they come with exclusive SVG cutting files so you can make every project you see! Easy, thoughtful DIY details for your destination wedding.
From fabric signage and custom apparel to paper goods and accessories. These projects help destination couples create weddings that feel personal, joyful, and effortless. No matter where in the world they say I Do.
Want to learn more about how to make beautiful details for your destination wedding?
Cricut Weddings by Chelsea Barton releases worldwide on April 21, 2026. The book is filled with step-by-step projects designed for real couples. Including travel-friendly signage, custom accessories, and décor you can actually make and pack with confidence.
You can order Cricut Weddings now wherever your favorite books are sold. Start turning your wedding vision into something beautifully handmade – no matter where in the world you’re getting married!
Learn more about the book at www.cricutweddings.com and order your copy today!
VENDOR CREDITS
Photography: Kelsie Scully Photography
Venue: Buxted Park Hotel
Production: Tidewater and Tulle
Florals: The Floral Hire
Styling: Ambience Venue Styling Kent West
Wedding Content Creation: Han Picked Memories
Makeup: Leanna Codd Makeup
Hair: Hair By Eloise
Bride’s Attire: BRIDE By Aster
Bridesmaid Attire: TH&TH Bridesmaids
Catering: Rose Petal Cake Company
Mobile Bar: Southdowns Bar Co.
Cake: Bubba’s Bakes
Stationery & Signage: Make with Chelsea
Models: Nishaa & Chloe
