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Wedding Planning on a Budget
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items The items that I'm considering for our wedding on a budget!
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Signage & Papercraft
Florals
Decor
Favors / Giveaways
Bridesmaid Gifts
General DIY Tools
Signage & Papercraft
We got our save the dates / invites from Vistaprint! We chose to do postcard size and needed to get envelopes separately, but I'm pleased with the ease of ordering.
Planning on also using it to print out other signage around the venue (e.g. menu, drinks, etc)
Planning on also using it to print out other signage around the venue (e.g. menu, drinks, etc)
VistaPrint Official Website: Online Printing Services
I also really liked Walgreens photo for ability to print for same day pickup in case there are any last minute signs or photos you want to include! They have the option to print on adhesive paper too so you can stick it to whatever stand you've creat...
Walgreens Photo
We also used Shutterfly to print out photo books! We used a photo book as a guest book and have been experimenting with what kind of pens would not fade or smear too badly. Highly recommend their instant book service if you're looking to quickly make...
Shutterfly: Photo Books, Cards, Prints, Wall Art, Gifts, Wedding
Something to help after the wedding to remember the milestone anniversaries and the anniversaries in between - marriage is the goal of the wedding, not something that just happens as a result.
Anniversary Journal
Something to help remember the planning process throughout the engagement and why you two have pledged a life together.
Engagement Journal
Great for writing on acrylic signs but also being able to remove if a mistake was made (or if the sign needs to be reused!)
Uni Posca PC-5M Medium Tip Paint Marker Set
I'm making a crossword puzzle for our guests to do during cocktail hour and will be printing it out and using a frame like this to display. Dry erase markers will allow them to change their answers if needed! This frame style has a slight bevel on th...
Ventura™ Poster Frame by Studio Décor®
Another frame option for the DIY crossword puzzle!
RIBBA Frame - black 24x35 ¾ "
One more option for the crossword puzzle frame - I've used this line of frames before in the 8x10 size and I really liked the balance of frame size and the modern-looking clean lines. There's no additional beveling on the frame at all.
Black Belmont Frame by Studio Décor®
I found a lot of recommendations online for this pen when searching for an archival, non smudge pen for the photo guestbook. Sharpie ultra fine point markers were a close second, but the downside is that their ink isn't archival and can fade over tim...
Zig Photo Signature Pen- Black
Perfect for hand-lettering on wooden hangers to customize!
POSCA Medium Paint Marker | JOANN
Get the fine details on those hand-lettered signs
POSCA Fine Paint Marker | JOANN
Florals
While a florist is an artist and should be priced as such, it's not the top priority for us, so florals is an area that we're considering DIY'ing.
DIY florals
Flower Moxie Bulk Wedding Flowers | Fresh Flowers for ...
Artificial flowers for decor
Serra Flora 77pcs Artificial Flowers Combo Box Set Faux Flowers Bulk Flower Leaf with Stems for DIY Wedding Bouquets Centerpieces Baby Shower Party Home Decorations- (Burgundy Pink) : Home & Kitchen
Faux greenery
Mixed Eucalyptus Leaves Stems Bulk Artificial Eucalyptus Leaves Sprays Faux Oval Eucalyptus Leaves with White Seeds Stems for Floral Wreath Garland Bouquets Arrangement Wedding Greenery Decoration
Fake bouquet option
TINGE TIME 11 Inch Artificial Bridal Bouquet
$6.99/wreath could be used for centerpieces along with LED candles for a non-floral centerpiece
Faux Eucalyptus Wreath | Oriental Trading
If you're DIY-ing your flowers, use this to help them last longer! Especially useful for those flowers that will not be in water (e.g. corsages, boutonnieres)
Floralife Clear Crowning Glory Solution | JOANN
For faux flowers, can be used to hang on chairs or on arches
7" Foam Floral Holder by Bloom Room | JOANN
Taller bud vase with textured glass for additional differentiation and visual interest
Clear Textured Bud Vase 8.5 in
Decor
We get access to our venue the day before for set up of decor - hopefully enough time to make it feel like “us”! We aren't allowed any flames (even if in a taper), so we'll need to get creative.
I think this could be fun
6ft White Silk Hanging Flower Garland Backdrop Doorway Curtain
So cool - like a light up ball
12" Inflatable Outdoor Garden Light Up Ball, Floating Pool Glow Ball With Remote - 13 RGB Colors and 3 Color Modes
On sale $8.49 / 3 pack
3 Pack | Warm White Flickering Flameless LED Votive Candles, Battery Operated Reusable Candles
On sale $7.49 / 3pack
Set of 3 | 11" White Flickering Flameless LED Taper Candles, Battery Operated Reusable Candles
On sale $6.99 / 12 pack
12 Pack | White Flameless LED Tealight Candles, Battery Operated Mini Votive Candles
$21.97 (reg $30)
3'x50' polyester floral embossed roll that could be used as an aisle runner or as drapery within the facility. This one is a little more opaque than the tulle rolls
3'x50' polyester floral embossed roll that could be used as an aisle runner or as drapery within the facility. This one is a little more opaque than the tulle rolls
White Embossed Floral Gossamer Roll | Oriental Trading
$10
12'x25 yards (75') tulle
12'x25 yards (75') tulle
White Large Tulle Roll | Oriental Trading
$25
3'x100' sheer reinforced plastic fabric, durable like canvas but is nonwoven and does not need to be hemmed. This could be used to create ambiance inside the facility, but would likely not be the best aisle runner
3'x100' sheer reinforced plastic fabric, durable like canvas but is nonwoven and does not need to be hemmed. This could be used to create ambiance inside the facility, but would likely not be the best aisle runner
White Gossamer Roll | Oriental Trading
Cute option for displaying hanging frames that don't have their own stands; definitely a little pricier but it looks so much more modern than most other “plate display holders”
Red Co. 11” Metal Tripod Plate Stand, Black
Favors / Giveaways
We're a summer outdoor wedding, so it'll get warm. Here's some of the items we're considering as we want to make sure they actually get used!
40cm = 15" diameter; 60cm = 23"
60pcs Bridal Wedding Parasols White Paper Umbrellas Beauty Items Chinese Mini Craft Umbrella Diameter 60cm
$135 for 144 fans (0.93/fan) with light lace pattern
Bulk Vintage Lace Design Folding Hand Fans - 144 Pc. | Oriental Trading
$40 for 48 fans (0.83/fan) DIY craft fans. Reviews are mixed with some saying that there are a lot of splinters and the paper quality is poor.
Bulk 48 Pc. DIY Fans - 48 Pc. | Oriental Trading
$55 for 48 fans (1.14/fan) with subtle floral pattern but can be bought in smaller quantities
Bulk 48 Pc. Floral Folding Fans
$30 / 24
Assorted sizes small (5/6), medium (7/8), and large (9/10)
Assorted sizes small (5/6), medium (7/8), and large (9/10)
Ladies' Solid White Rubber Flip-Flops
Bridesmaid Gifts
Small items that would be perfect to make your own gift box for your bride tribe
$8
An affordable brush-style liner that goes on as easily. The upside of the waterproofing is that it really does NOT move at all (wore it all day in the Florida humidity in July and it didn't smear at all) so it's perfect for emotional eyes. Downside i...
An affordable brush-style liner that goes on as easily. The upside of the waterproofing is that it really does NOT move at all (wore it all day in the Florida humidity in July and it didn't smear at all) so it's perfect for emotional eyes. Downside i...
Maybelline Hyper Easy Liquid Pen Eyeliner - Black - 0.018 fl oz
$17
“Magically” creates the perfect pink on your natural lip color and smells / tastes not terrible! It's a fantastic shade for summer and can be used to dress up or down your makeup look depending on how you pair it with eyes.
“Magically” creates the perfect pink on your natural lip color and smells / tastes not terrible! It's a fantastic shade for summer and can be used to dress up or down your makeup look depending on how you pair it with eyes.
Winky Lux Watermelon Jelly Lip Balm- 0.12oz
$22
I have other pajamas from this line and they are so soft and comfortable. Downside is you'll need to either get their sizes (which could give away the secret) or guess it yourself before purchasing.
I have other pajamas from this line and they are so soft and comfortable. Downside is you'll need to either get their sizes (which could give away the secret) or guess it yourself before purchasing.
Women's Beautifully Soft Short Sleeve Notch Collar Top and Shorts Pajama Set - Stars Above™
$60 / 6, $33 / 3, $13 / 1
I love that there's a zipper closure as well as an outer pocket, however, there's no pockets on the inside for further organization.
I love that there's a zipper closure as well as an outer pocket, however, there's no pockets on the inside for further organization.
TOPDesign 6-Pack Canvas Tote Bag with Pocket
$40 / 8
Pink color and supposedly double wall insulated. Not travel safe but the straws are supposed to come with a cleaning kit. A few of the reviews said they were missing either cups or straws.
Pink color and supposedly double wall insulated. Not travel safe but the straws are supposed to come with a cleaning kit. A few of the reviews said they were missing either cups or straws.
8 Pack 12 Oz Stainless Steel Wine Tumbler, Rose Gold
$12 / 6
Can be easily customized with a vinyl sticker to make it personalized
Can be easily customized with a vinyl sticker to make it personalized
9oz 6pk Glass Stemless Champagne Flutes - Made By Design™
$7 / 12
I've purchased this tie in a multipack before and it works great - the stretch is fantastic, it just doesn't have a lot of loose fabric if you want more of a bunched look. If you're using it mostly as a hair tie, it's perfect and doesn't pull out you...
I've purchased this tie in a multipack before and it works great - the stretch is fantastic, it just doesn't have a lot of loose fabric if you want more of a bunched look. If you're using it mostly as a hair tie, it's perfect and doesn't pull out you...
12Pcs Satin Elastic Hair Bands, Blush Silk Scrunchies
$13 / 11
Set for 11 bridesmaids + bride (white) including both scrunchie with tag and bracelet. No reviews to determine the quality of the bracelet, but it's a great price.
Set for 11 bridesmaids + bride (white) including both scrunchie with tag and bracelet. No reviews to determine the quality of the bracelet, but it's a great price.
24 Pack Satin Scrunchies & Love Knot Bracelets
$10 / 7
Set for 7 bridesmaids and 1 bride (white)
They come with the tags and reviews are positive.
Set for 7 bridesmaids and 1 bride (white)
They come with the tags and reviews are positive.
Antetek 8pack Satin Bridesmaid Hair Ties
$23 / 6
Set for 6 bridesmaids and 1 bride (white) of socks and scrunchies
Set for 6 bridesmaids and 1 bride (white) of socks and scrunchies
Toulite Bride Bridesmaid Socks & Scrunchies Set
$20 / 1
Quilted and a thick indoor/outdoor sole
Quilted and a thick indoor/outdoor sole
GRITHEIM Women's Fuzzy Pom Pom Velvet Slippers
$5 / 1
However, there's a high likelihood these will be on sale at any given time. You do need to know shoe sizes
However, there's a high likelihood these will be on sale at any given time. You do need to know shoe sizes
Flip-Flop Sandals for Women (Partially Plant-Based)
General DIY Tools
$13 / 2.8oz, $22 / 10oz
Glass etching cream
Glass etching cream
Armour Etch® Glass Etching Cream
Make sure you're making straight cuts on any papercraft you DIY using this nifty tool
Fiskars® SureCut™ Scrapbook Paper Trimmer
This one was pretty cheap so even if it doesn't last that long, I don't mind picking up a replacement. Worked well on my tests, but some of the reviews say that it can “chomp” your paper, so you may want to have extras made just in case.
Paper Corner Rounder 3-in-1 at 4mm, 7mm, 10mm