What does a wedding coat of arms look like?
The monogram, which will be discussed further, is a fashion feature borrowed from Western celebrations. Simply put, this is a symbol of a new family, in which the initial letters of the names and surnames of the bride and groom are intertwined in the form of a single inscription. It turns out fashionable, fresh and very stylish. The photo in the article shows the wedding coat of arms of Prince William and his wife Kate Midalton.
The idea of a wedding coat of arms is also perfect for fans of historical series such as Game of Thrones.
How to create a wedding monogram?
Typically, newlyweds make a wedding monogram to order from a master who either draws a family monogram in special programs for applying it to wedding accessories and other small items, or produces a three-dimensional wedding monogram from any material: wood, fresh flowers, textiles, etc. P.
There is an alternative option - you can use all your imagination and independently develop a family logo! How to create a wedding monogram without the help of professionals? There are several useful programs and services, which we will discuss below (in the attached videos you will find instructions on how to make monograms or logos in them - the principle of their creation is the same).
Office Word
You can draw a wedding monogram with your own hands using Office Word, experimenting with fonts, color and size of letters, as well as filling the background, inserting frames and decorative details.
This option is quite easy, but it is unlikely that you will be able to create something truly original. But if you need a simple version of a monogram for a wedding photo shoot, in particular, to create three-dimensional letters from cardboard, then this is a completely workable option.
Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop
You can draw a monogram yourself using special programs: Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop. You can use any font, color and size of letters for the inscription, as well as take advantage of various effects and additionally decorate the inscription with any original patterns and designs. The possibilities are endless!
The advantages of this option are that you will get a very impressive result, but only if you know how to work in these programs. Otherwise, this may turn off many newlyweds, because it will be very difficult to find time to learn the basics of Photoshop before the wedding.
Paint
An assistant in developing a monogram can be Paint, in which you can create an inscription using the desired font for the monogram, the size and color of the letters, and also add decorative elements. As in the case of Word: everything is simple and free, but, alas, not always impressively beautiful!
Free online services
If none of the above options suits you, pay attention to free online services that can help you create a beautiful monogram for your wedding. These can be either special sites for creating monograms or services for developing logos - they have the same principle!
Working with such services is quite simple and easy, the main thing is to have access to the Internet and follow the step-by-step prompts. On the downside: some features may only be available in paid mode, so you need to be prepared for some expenses.
We will talk about the last option below so that you can see with an example how you can create a monogram on one of these online services, spending a minimum of time and effort.
Where to begin?
So, you have decided to create a unique symbol for your celebration. Of course, in order to make wedding emblems from wood, you need a certain talent and serious professional skills, so try recreating the emblem on paper. The main question is: what to draw first? Maybe start right away with the letters, as in the royal inscription, or figure out what will go around the monogram, and then write the first letters of the names of the bride and groom?
Drawing a wedding coat of arms with your own hands is not at all difficult. The first thing to do is decide on the shape of the future family emblem. There are three most popular forms of designing a family coat of arms:
- Curved, shield-shaped.
- Round.
- Oval.
If necessary, coat of arms templates can be found on the Internet and blank forms can be printed. Once you have decided on the “frame”, you can start filling it out.
Twisters
Since ancient times, blacksmiths have cold-formed curls according to a template-mandrel using a horn lever grip, pos. 1 in Fig. This method is low-productive and not for wimps, but it allows you to quickly and easily make various bending mandrels from an ordinary steel strip: the end (thrust) horn of the lever prevents the template from yielding under the pressure of the workpiece. It is advisable to make the middle (bypass) horn sliding with fixation: the work will go slower, but, especially in inexperienced hands, more accurately.
The simplest devices for cold artistic forging
Another simple device for manual shaped bending is a strong board with support pins - spacers, pos. 2; Ordinary M8-M24 bolts are suitable. Depending on how friendly you are with your home exercise machine, you can work with a strip of up to 4-6 mm. They bend the strip by eye, the work goes slowly, but you can draw patterns up to Ilya Muromets on a horse in full armor or Buddha in a lotus flower. The latter, perhaps, is completely handmade: people who have fully mastered hatha and raja yoga are able to curl steel reinforcements into a pattern with their hands.
What can be included in a wedding coat of arms
For a wedding, in order for the coat of arms to turn out great, you should turn on your imagination at full capacity. This is your holiday, and everything on it is for you. Of course, you can simply write the first letters or surnames of the bride and groom, like the royal couple, adding curls to them. But everything can be done much more interesting.
To decide what your wedding crest will include, brainstorm with your loved one, involve parents and witnesses. The essence of the monogram on a wedding coat of arms is the first letters of the names and some kind of common line connecting them together. This principle always remains: the coat of arms should depict something that unites the newlyweds together. Here are some examples:
- Symbols that both of you associate with fidelity and love: it could be a pair of hearts connected together, two rings, as a symbol of the infinity of love and fidelity to the given obligations to be with each other to the end, in joy and in sorrow. An infinity sign, a pair of swans or wolves, would also do (wolves always choose a she-wolf for life and participate in raising puppies, protecting them, so they can be placed together with beautiful white birds).
- What each of you loves is what defines you. For example, you love white roses, and your loved one cannot imagine his life without a guitar or a motorcycle - it’s time to put them on the coat of arms.
- If you are having a themed wedding, the coat of arms should match the style of the celebration. For a romantic wedding, you can take the attribute of some melodrama. Which couple do you associate yourself with? Maybe it's Rose and Jack from Titanic, or maybe Richard Gere and Julia Roberts? Do you love Game of Thrones? Then it's time to place your favorite houses of Westeros on your coat of arms or, for example, the Khaleesi dragons and the white wolves of the Starks. This coat of arms would fit perfectly into a themed wedding. Or maybe the images of Ragnar and Lagertha are close to you? Then the swords on both sides of the coat of arms are what you need.
- A common dream. Each couple has their own dream: to climb to the top of the Eiffel Tower, go to Tibet or around the world, or go on a hot air balloon flight... Depict your dream on the coat of arms.
- Is your bride or groom from another country? An excellent option would be to design a coat of arms in a mixed style. For example - an English flag over a traditional red telephone box and a traditional Russian symbol. Alternatively, you can use a Teddy bear, as opposed to a menacing bear.
- It is logical to depict on the coat of arms something that brought you together, made you meet: a ticket to a concert or a movie (if you still have that same ticket, it will be even better), a pet, or something else from the history of your acquaintance.
How to make a monogram for a wedding?
Most often, newlyweds order a family symbol from professionals. He sketches the monogram in a specialized program. If you need little things in the form of wood, fresh flowers or textiles, then the master makes the appropriate adjustments.
There is also an alternative option. It involves using your own imagination. But how to make a coat of arms without the help of designers? There are several programs and services that will help solve the problem.
Office Word
This program is familiar to everyone and is found on almost any computer. It is enough to use the tools to draw a coat of arms, select the desired font and insert decorative elements.
This option is considered the easiest, simplest and most affordable. But this will not help in creating original ideas. If newlyweds are looking for an easy way to create a monogram for a photo shoot and create 3D letters, this is a great workaround.
Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop
You can make a sketch in other programs. Fonts, colors and sizes for letters will help diversify the symbolism. The use of various effects and original patterns is allowed.
The advantage of this method is that a young couple will be able to get an effective result without putting in a lot of effort. But there is one drawback - basic knowledge of such programs is required. If you don’t have time to study the material, then you should abandon this idea.
Paint
Another simple assistant in creating wedding symbols. This program allows you to use different colors, fonts and shapes. Adding decorative elements is allowed. But it won’t be possible to create spectacular symbolism. The letters will have no volume.
Free online services
If none of the options suits the newlyweds or you want to create something original and unusual, then online services will help. They do not require investment of money. This includes monogram creation sites or logo design services.
They are easy to work with. It is enough to have access to the Internet and strictly follow the instructions. There is one drawback - some functions are provided for a fee, so it is better to have some savings.
One of such programs is Logaster. This is a service that operates online. To make symbolism, you need to follow the instructions:
But this portal requires registration. Then it will be possible not only to say, but also to save the picture to your personal account.
Some tips for designing a coat of arms
- The initials of the newlyweds are located in the center. The surname can be written on a drawn ribbon.
- Start writing from the center of the ribbon, from the central letter of the surname, adding one on each side.
- The inscriptions must be written in a single font.
After all the symbols have been applied, you can start decorating the frame with bows, lace or flowers, as you wish. Once the work is completed, you can color it with pencils, felt-tip pens or paints and take the sketch to the nearest workshop or wedding salon. Specialists will select the appropriate material for you, suggest new trends and design solutions, complementing your idea.
Where else can you use a monogram?
Usually the wedding coat of arms is located behind the backs of the newlyweds, but the monogram depicted on it can also be placed on the sleeve of a jacket in the form of embroidery, a scarf or the sole of a shoe. The emblem can decorate cutlery, guest menus, invitations and napkins.
Create your own custom wedding coat of arms with your own hands. Let it become a symbol of your love and loyalty to each other, a real exclusive gift for each other.
