Did you know that the average person spends up to £31,974 on their wedding? Of course, some of these amounting costs are non-negotiable, such as the venue and registrar fees, whilst things like wedding dresses, suits, and flowers are traditionally important.
That said, there are some wedding essentials that you can DIY to save money – and here are 6 examples.
Wedding stationery
Wedding stationery includes any kind of printed article – things like save the dates, invitations, pre-wedding information announcements, order of service, named place settings, table numbers, menu, thank you cards, and so on.
Simply design and personalise your stationery using online templates, or go back to basics with a beautifully handwritten bespoke element. All you will need is the right texture, colour and stock of paper, calligraphy pens or a printer, and the right print finishing equipment to give that professional touch.
Table plan and order of the day
Following on from this, there are some things that you can have a little fun with, instead of limiting them to 2D paper form – particularly your table plan and the order of the day. Procure a wooden crate, and use this to create a standalone plan that no one can miss.
Table centrepieces
With a bit of creativity you can make a table centrepiece out of almost anything! Take old books, for example. You can stack them higgledy-piggledy or tie them in a pile using brown string for a vintage centrepiece.
Another idea might be to get hold of some gorgeous wildflowers, and arrange them in old jam jars, bottles, or jugs. Add a bit of pizzazz with brown string, ribbon, or even covering the receptacle in glitter.
Games
Outdoor games can be a fantastic addition to spring and summer weddings. However, hiring someone to bring along such games, or indeed buying them yourself, can all add up. Instead, get creative with things you already have or repurpose cheaply.
For example, you can easily make a bowling or target game using a stack of tin cans. Simply wash them out and remove their labels for a rustic feel, before stacking them on a box in the grass, and using an old ball to knock them down.
Wedding favours
Wedding favours are often forgotten or gotten rid of – however, they don’t have to be expensive additions if you DIY. Cute and meaningful wedding favours include cake pops and miniature pots of homemade jam. This way, your favours will be more memorable and personal, as they will have been made with love.
Bouquets and buttonholes
Of course, one of the major costs of any wedding is the flowers. The trick here is to ask yourself whether you want freshly cut flowers, or would actually prefer dried flowers or wildflowers. If the latter, you’re in luck, as you can easily make dried or wildflower bouquets and buttonholes yourself.
Dried flowers particularly work well for this, as you can prepare them well in advance of the day itself. They also give off a beautiful scent, and can add a new level of boho vibes to your special day.
As you can see, with a bit of time, patience, and creativity, there are a few ways that you can save money on your wedding, without compromising on style.
