8 Affordable DIY Engagement Announcement Ideas | ModGents - Modern Gents

8 Affordable DIY Engagement Announcement Ideas | ModGents - Modern Gents

- Your parents - Your kids/your fiancé’s kids - Other close relatives including siblings - Close friends

Host an intimate dinner to announce your engagement to your closest friends and family (see above), casually gather everyone for a group photo, and right before you take it say, “1, 2, 3, we’re engaged!” to snap the perfect picture of everyone’s reaction. Then, post said picture on social media for even more amusing reactions!

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Pen the question, “Does this ring make me look engaged?” on a plain dollar store coffee mug with a sharpie to create your own photo prop. Get crafty with these tips from Craftaholics Anonymous .

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Let em’ know you’re “Engaged AF” on Instagram with one of these felt letter boards  from Amazon. They come in 10 colors and start at $18.95.

Print out a sign, like this exclusive free printable  that says “We Decided on Forever” and snap a picture of yourself holding it up with your sweetheart.Â

Let your pet announce your big news with an adorable, “My Humans Are Getting Married” sign or bandana like this one from from Etsy.Â

Of course, you could pretend to be all nonchalant about it, and post a pic of yourself lounging in a “Future Mrs.” shirt like this one  - also from Etsy. Â

If you’re feeling playful and creative, doodle your declaration on the sidewalk with colorful chalk and pose for a picture with your artwork.

Is your origin story something out of a romantic comedy? Why not tell it through an infographic? Draft out your story and then use a site like Canva to generate an infographic for free!Â

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