DIY Unity Ceremony Idea: Three Cords Unity Board

If you’re on the lookout for a unique alternative to the unity ceremony idea, this project is just the thing for you!

The unity ceremony is a tradition of the wedding representing the couple as separate in their lives before that day, but now coming together as one in their marriage to unify their families, their friends, and their lives together.

What is a unity ceremony?

What you’ll need: – 2 – 2” steel hooks (similar) – ½” twisted hemp rope 12’ long (similar) – 1″ thick Wooden Board (sized to liking, this project 24” x 24”) (similar) – Copper wire (similar) – Hanging kit – Cork stickers – Pliers

Unity Wedding Ceremony Alternative: Cord of Three Strands

Prep the board. Measure the board first to double-check that the store didn’t mislabel the product. You would be surprised how often this happens. Then from the top and from the side, measure in 2 inches. This is where you will screw in the hooks.

Step 1:

Now that the hooks are fastened into the board, measure the rope by simply pulling the rope to either end of the hooks. Eye-ball this on either side by about 6 inches making sure you have plenty of space to tie a knot and of course braid the rope.

Step 2:

Cut the rope so that each strand is the same in length. String the rope through the loops. You will pull each strand through loops so that each piece is held together.

Step 3:

Tie a knot at the top. Hold each strand together and tie a simple knot to hold the strand from pulling through the loop hook.

Step 4:

Tie a knot at the top. Hold each strand together and tie a simple knot to hold the strand from pulling through the loop hook.

Step 5:

Write your message. For this demonstration, I used a Bible verse that is related to tying three cords, but feel free to use any fun quote, saying, or movie quote that pertains to you and your partner!

Step 6:

This board is a fun and affordable way to get creative for your wedding day! I hope you’ve enjoyed this project and consider making it for your own big day!