Inexpensive Wedding Favors
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Inexpensive wedding favors can become great money-savers. Since
this is something where it’s easy to spend a lot of money, making
your own favors can not only allow you the freedom to be creative, but
to save some money for other things too. Here are a few ideas: |
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Buy a simple candy kit of either lollypop or chocolate
pops. It’s generally easy to do and you can still be creative with
it. Consider putting your initials along with your fiancé’s
in the chocolate as it’s drying. You can buy candy kits at Walgreen’s
or Sam’s Club.
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- Make a tribute to the ones you love.The American Cancer Society has
a nice idea for making a tribute to those loved ones you may have lost
that you want to remember on your special day. A tribute to your loved
one is printed on some fancy paper that is rolled into a scroll and tied
with some pretty ribbon. Each one is given to a guest
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- Classic Candy and Tulle. Not very original, but inexpensive. Simply take
your favorite candy and buy some tulle with ribbon, and place it on each
guest’s plate. Or, if you want to be more original, take your favorite-smelling
potpourri and put that in place of the candy instead.
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- Make your own candles. Buy a candle-making kit and make some pretty little
candles. Decorate them as you wish, with beads, lace and colors. Another
fun idea is to decorate each candle with a special picture with you and
your fiancé together. It will be fun and entertaining for your
guests, as well as giving them something to talk about as they compare
pictures with each other.
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“Don’t Quote Me On This.”
- Buy some ribbon and (if you
can remember) print or type all the “famous sayings” that
you and your fiancé have exchanged through years (or months) of
dating. Let it range from funny memories to romantic memories, his first
pick-up line and your reaction, maybe even the irate things that were
said in a fight that you now can look back on and laugh at. It will be
a fun project for you and your fiancé to look back through your
dating times; plus, this wedding favor idea allows your guests an intimate
picture of how you’ve grown together. Once you have printed all
your ribbons, tie them on a pair of bells, or bubble favors, or even just
some heart suckers .also
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Planning on having a wedding or baby shower soon? Getting favors is a
nice way of saying thank you to your guests for coming. Here are some tips
for saving money when purchasing baby shower or wedding favors.
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1) Buy extras off other people - Oftentimes, people get too many favors
for their occasion. After all, it is better to be safe than sorry. Once
the celebration is over, however, these people may be willing to sell you
their leftover favors at a sharp discount. If you don't know anyone personally,
then look in the classifieds in both local and national papers as well as
online auction sites like ebay.
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2) Buy in bulk and sell the leftovers - Sometimes you will be able to
save money by buying in bulk. You can sell the extras to other people. If
you know other people that are having weddings or baby showers, then you
can combine your orders and benefit from lower costs and possibly bulk purchase
incentives like free shipping.
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3) Make your own favors - If you are crafty, then you can make your own
favors. Purchase all the materials at your local craft shop or online. Since
you are making them from scratch, you can customize and personalize as well.
People will appreciate the effort that went into making your own favors.
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4) Find a craftsman - If you find a local craftsman or artist, then there
is a chance that you can get a great price from them for your favors. Another
possibility is an art student that is still in school. They will usually
work for less money than a full time professional.
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5) Flea markets and thrift shops - Flea markets and thrift shops are great
places to locate bargain items. Also check out closeouts, store sales, garage
sales, and live auctions. Oftentimes, you can also negotiate prices with
these vendors.
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As you can see, there are many ways to save money when shopping for gifts
for your guests. Follow these tips and you are sure to save money or favors
and supplies for your wedding, baby shower, or any other special occasion.
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