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Word Nerds Unite: Planning a SCRABBLE-Themed Wedding

Sep 8, 2011 06:25 PM

Wedding themes are no rarity, but a SCRABBLE wedding? I never would have guessed, until I came across "10 Ways to Incorporate Scrabble Into Your Wedding" at CasaSugar. Now, I'm one of the biggest SCRABBLE nerds out there, but I could never see myself getting hitched amongst SCRABBLE tiles and SCRABBLE cakes and SCRABBLE cuff links. I'd also be afraid that none of my guests would actually come if they knew SCRABBLE was the theme. Hell, it's hard enough to get any of my friends to play a simple game!

But if you're looking to merge two happinesses together — your one true love and your future spouse — c'mon, we all know SCRABBLE would be the "true love" — then check out these pictures to find examples and inspiration for a "Fabulous Scrabulous Wedding".

The Proposal

The proposal might be the hardest thing to incorporate SCRABBLE into, but Erica found a way. As Christine reluctantly started a game with Erica in their favorite cafe, she was surprised to find a ring inside the tile bag. She gasped. Erica got down on knees and asked, "Will you grow old with me?" There was even a hidden photographer standing by to take secret photos of the proposal. Amazing. To see the full story, click here.

"Scrabble tiles spelling 'LOVE' next to a couple sharing an intimate moment."

Two people embracing in a cozy interior setting.

Scrabble board with words "LOVE," "ERICA," and "CHRISTINA," featuring a ring on the board.

Word Nerds Unite: Planning a SCRABBLE-Themed Wedding

* Above proposal photos from Dias Photography.

SCRABBLE Wedding Planners

The first step to every wedding is plan, plan, plan. There's never enough planning to be done, and wedding planners help keep things organized.

Scrabble-themed notebook with decorative cover and sewn spine.

* Above photos from Flickr user photoq

Notepad with a word search puzzle printed on the cover.

* Above notebook previously available at Psychedelic Tara's Groovy Gift Emporium

Game board and scorecard designed for a strategy board game.

* Above mini-notebook available at the Katie Makes Folksy shop

Scrabble game board with colored tiles in a notebook layout.

* Above mini-notebook available at the Katie Makes Folksy shop

SCRABBLE Engagement Pictures

Before you get too crazy with all of the planning, some nice engagement photos might be nice to show off to your friends and family, to let everyone know you're serious... not only about your future spouse, but your commitment to your SCRABBLE-themed wedding!

Hands playing with letter tiles on a tabletop.

A couple sharing a kiss at a cafe table.

A hand placing Scrabble tiles on a game board.

* Above photos from Style Me Pretty

SCRABBLE Wedding Invitations

There's no better way to show your dedication to the upcoming SCRABBLE wedding than with SCRABBLE invitations. Even a SCRABBLE video wedding announcement!

Wedding invitation collage with decorative elements.

* Above photo from Oh So Beautiful Paper

A collage of letter tiles spelling "I LOVE YOU FOREVER" on a background of lettered squares.

* Above invite previously available at The Paper Crown

Save the date invitation with Scrabble tiles for Josh Sumpter and Karen Addams, dated May 27, 2011.

* Above magnet invite photo from magnetStreet

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* Above video from Mari and Brendan's wedding, found at Art at Heart

SCRABBLE Guest Books

When it come time to the actual wedding, you're going to need a guest book to remember all of the loved ones who came and shared the momentous occasion with you and your partner.

Handmade book with a colorful grid design on the cover and blank pages, showcasing its binding and structure.

Open book with blank pages and decorative spine on a dark surface.

* Above guest book available at RePaper Handmade Books

Scrabble board with the word "CHEESE" highlighted and a blue ribbon tied around it.

* Above guest book previously available at RePaper Handmade Books

SCRABBLE Wedding Jewelry

Every wedding needs wedding rings, so why not go that extra step and SCRABBLize them? You can even get SCRABBLE cuff links for the groom and best man, and necklaces for the flower girl.

* Above wedding rings previously available at foundandmade

Scrabble tile cufflinks featuring 'X' and 'O' letters.

* Above cuff links previously available at Gr0glmann's Retro Classy Cufflinks

Two purple scrabble tiles with the letters "M" and "M3" on a green background.

* Above cuff links photo from Charlotte Geary Photography

Cuffed shirt sleeves with monogrammed details.

* Above cuff links photo from Style Me Pretty

Double-sided pendant featuring a floral design on one side and a solid color on the other, both attached to a necklace.

* Above necklace previously available at Littleput

Colorful artistic tiles arranged in a playful pattern.

* Above pendants: see "Making Pendants from SCRABBLE Tiles"

SCRABBLE Table Signs & Place Cards

Spell it out for your guests with simple SCRABBLE racks and tiles. Show your friends where the cake is, where the gifts go, or where they're going to be sitting during the reception.

Love spelled out with letter tiles next to a coffee cup.

* Above photo from Style Me Pretty

Table setting with wine bottles, glasses, and a floral centerpiece. Vintage pink typewriter on a table. Elegant three-tier wedding cake adorned with flowers and decorative birds, displayed alongside a floral arrangement.

* Above table sign photos from Ruffled

Dining table set with flower arrangements and a name place card.

* Above place card photo from Styleathome.com

Scrabble tiles spelling "MARC" on a red tablecloth with butter and a plate.

* Above place card photo from Design Coach

* Above photo from Chicago Style Unveiled

Thumbs up gesture next to a plate of salad and a Scrabble-like tile display spelling "BABYCHEN."

* Above place card photo from the kitchn

Table setting with a plate, cutlery, and a red apple, featuring a Scrabble tile with the name "Pamela."

* Above place card photo from Wedding Obsession

SCRABBLE Wedding Cakes

We all know the best part of the wedding is the cake. Everyone loves cake, and it's the best place to show off your mutual love of SCRABBLE.

Scrabble-themed cake decorated with game tiles and a board design.

Scrabble-themed cake designed with tiles and game board details.

* Above wedding photos from Flickr user janetmck

Four-tiered cake adorned with themed tiles, featuring the words "Love," "Family," "Laughter," and "Marriage" in a festive design.

Red and white layered cake with decorative letter tiles and wire accents.

Wedding-themed cake and cupcakes with lettered decorations.

Wedding cake and cupcakes on a tiered stand.

* Above cakes and cupcakes available at Pink Cake Box

Wedding cake with decorative elements and surrounded by cupcakes.

A decorative cake featuring a large white bow and letters spelling out "JOSHUA" and "STEPHANIE."

* Above wedding cake photos from Flickr user Risa Internet

Scrabble-themed cake with letter tiles and personal messages.

* Above wedding cake from Flickr user Tina Jessee

Chocolate cake decorated like a Scrabble board with tiles.

* Above wedding cake from Flickr user Glass Slipper Gourmet

Scrabble-themed wedding cake with personalized tiles and messages.

* Above wedding cake photo from Scrabble Sense

To see more cakes for the SCRABBLE-lover, check out Scrabble cakes! at CAKES! CAKES! CAKES!

SCRABBLE Wedding Favors / Gifts

After the partying is all over, it's nice if your guests could take home something to remember the occasion. After all, they got you big gifts, the least you could do is give them small gifts in return.

Vintage letter tiles with inspirational words and phrases arranged on a wooden surface.

Decorative gift boxes with handwritten labels.

Creative letter tiles with messages on decorative tags.

Table setting with decorative tags and a pitcher.

* Above magnet photos from Project Wedding (also includes a tutorial)

Scrabble tiles spelling "Etsy Quiz" and "Play" on a game board.

* Above magnet favors previously available at Littleput

Scrabble tiles spelling "FUN" and "H" on a white background.

* Above magnets available at Rubber Nation Crafts

Wooden letter tiles arranged with various drink and food names. Word tiles spelling out beverages: soda, milk, ice, hot tea, wine, beer.

* Above coaster photos from Craftser and CasaSugar

Miscellaneous SCRABBLE Wedding Stuff

Just some other ideas for SCRABBLE weddings.

Love spelled with wooden blocks and an engagement ring.

* Above photo found at scarllettskyy

Cupcakes with frosting and a Scrabble board displaying the words "SWEETS," "KISS," "WILL," "REAL," and "TRU."

Scrabble game board with tiles spelling "PAMELA," "LOVE," and "MASON."

* Above photos from Wedding Obsession

Wooden letter tiles arranged to spell "HAPPINESS," "NEWLYWEDS," "LOVE," and "XOXO" on a table.

* Above photo from Truly Engaging

Love displayed with wooden letter tiles and wedding rings.

* Above picture from Under a Paper Moon (Musings from a Night Owl)

The Honeymoon

Who could forget about this after-wedding phase, the honeymoon period? Two newlyweds, Kevin and Zhou, are "two young honeymooners searching the world for the meaning of life," and every now-and-then playing a game of SCRABBLE during their travels. Below are their SCRABBLE photos. And they encourage donations for every game they play (all proceeds go to the Ronald McDonald House).

Scenic view of a volcanic landscape with a caldera and ocean in the background.

At Ahu Akivi

Moai statues on Easter Island with a map in the foreground.

At Ahu Akivi

Two people sitting on the grass near Moai statues, one sketching in a notebook.

At Ahu Akivi

Salar de Uyuni salt flat with a blue sky in the background.

At Salar de Uyuni

A board game of Scrabble with a chicken nearby.

From El Chalten to Perito Moreno in Argentina

Man wearing sunglasses holding a cat while sitting outdoors.

From El Chalten to Perito Moreno in Argentina

A person in sunglasses interacting with a cat outdoors.

From El Chalten to Perito Moreno in Argentina

Lake Malawi with wooden pier and hut in the background.

In Livingstone, Zambia

Aerial view of the Nile River with greenery and mountains in the background.

Nile River, Uganda

Person relaxing in a hammock on a beach during sunset.

In Zanzibar, Tanzania

A couple engaged in conversation at a beachside table during sunset.

In Zanzibar, Tanzania

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