| Perhaps you are on a tight budget, but you would still like to give something nice and special to your wedding guests as a 'thank you’, without spending a fortune. Or maybe all of the standard wedding giveaways out there are not quite your style and so you want something unique that your guests have never received before. Maybe you are a crafty and creative person and would prefer to create your wedding keepsakes by hand. You feel personal touches are important, especially in a wedding! Whatever your reason for exploring the do it yourself wedding favors, you're sure to find something within your budget, that will also be unique and craft inspired. |
The first step in creating your own favors is finding the right packaging. It could be as simple as a roll of tulle, to organza bags, or fun shaped boxes. It could be extravagant such as purchasing patterned silk or designer fabric covered boxes, which can later be used by your guests to hold various items and trinkets. With so many choices out there, it may be hard to decide what type of packaging to use! At this point, you'll also need to decide how many to purchase. Do you want to place one favor at each place setting, or one favor per guest?
Next, you'll need to decide on a type of filler for your favor’s package. Once you have decided on both the packaging and the item, there are finishing touches. A simple and cheap wedding favor idea is purchasing a few large rolls of ribbon that match your wedding colors, and simply tying and curling the ribbon around the package. You could also finish off your favors with a personalized ribbon that has your names and date imprinted on it. Small touches such as rings, hearts, roses, flowers, and sprays can also be added for a unique touch - all of which can be purchased in bulk at a local craft supply store.
Whatever your budget limitations are, with a bit of imagination and a few hours of your time, you can create a beautiful do it yourself wedding favor that you can be proud to give out at your wedding!