Wedding Decoration Ideas
If you’re looking for a touch of luxe or something truly original, a quick search on Pinterest will reveal an endless array of stunning DIY wedding decorations. But, while many of these budget-friendly decor ideas are easy to make and don’t require much time or skill, others do require a little more effort and ingenuity.
The key to keeping your wedding day costs down is planning ahead and knowing where you can save a buck (or two) on supplies. For instance, a small amount of glitter can go a long way in adding sparkle to your decor. Similarly, a roll of tulle or even an old curtain can act as a table runner and add a pop of color. And the humble ribbon is a wedding decoration essential that can be used to create gorgeous bows, tie up flower arrangements and more.
Often, the most memorable parts of a wedding are those that speak to your personal style and unique love story. Framed photos of cute baby pictures, school yearbooks or snapshots from special trips are a great way to inject some nostalgia into your big day and they don’t have to cost a fortune.
Affordable DIY Wedding Decoration Ideas
One of the cheapest ways to decorate a venue is with lighting and there are lots of budget-friendly options available. Lanterns are a beautiful option for table decor, and almost anything can be pressed into service as an inexpensive lamp including glass jars or empty bottles, tin pails and more. Another cheap and stylish idea for lighting is twinkle lights, which can be strung up on trees, along the aisle or around the venue.
Another classic and affordable table decor idea is to fill mason jars with your favorite flowers. Filling them with a mix of colors and types of flowers will add more dimension to your centerpieces and also make an excellent gift for guests to take home. Alternatively, mason jars can be filled with a variety of other things as well. Dried grasses such as pampas or ruscus work beautifully in mason jars and are inexpensive to source. You can also add a pop of color to your table by adding some tiny paper butterflies or origami cranes, or a pop of whimsy with a few gold painted feathers.
There are plenty of other cheap wedding decoration ideas for your big day, and most of them will come down to what you already have or can borrow. For example, ask your future mother-in-law or another recently married friend if you can use their silk floral arrangements. You could even nab their garlands or lanterns that they used at their own celebration.
Some couples aren’t afraid to get a bit more hands-on when it comes to decorating their big day, and some of these projects can really pay off. For instance, some couples plant flowers and shrubs around their property to make it look picture-perfect for their wedding day. Others build a garden arch or gazebo to add to the landscape of their wedding space.