The Polaroid guest book has been popular for years, and there's a reason why! You get the beauty of a handwritten message from your guests, with the added bonus of a fun photo of each of them. But is there a way to make sure your guests actually use your Polaroid guest book? Of course! And it's simpler than you think...
Choose when guests should use the guest book
If you have your guest book open and available to be written in throughout your entire wedding, guests will acknowledge it and will simply forget. It happens! But having a certain time when the guest book is available - especially when strategically chosen - will help guests to take action
You could have the Polaroid guest book out before the ceremony, during pre-drinks or during dinner. This will depend on the type of wedding you're planning, how relaxed it will be and what entertainment you've got planned.
Have someone welcome guests and take their photo
Whether you are having the guest book out at the very start of your wedding, as guests walk into the reception venue or later in the day, it's helpful to have someone taking photos. Even better if that person can catch people as they arrive.
The person who takes the photo should be holding a camera, can offer a simple welcome and ask to take the guests' pictures. They can then direct them to the guest book, where more instructions will be available.
Give them clear directions on what to do
What would you like guests to do next? For example, pose for a photo, stick the photo in the book and then write a message to the happy couple.
Write these instructions out and have them on display. Make it clear what you want guests to do!
Create an area for the guest book and cameras
This area should be easily visible so guests can see the guest book and cameras. You should have your sign with instructions set up, along with the items needed (guest book, cameras, Polaroid prints, batteries, glue and pens).
