Do you love spending money on your partner and lavish gifts on them? Are you tired of the same old wedding staples? If yes, then this might be the article for you.
With a DIY wedding, you can save money to put towards other aspects of your nuptials or spend it equally on both parties. From choosing an inexpensive venue to creating original details, here are 21 unique DIY wedding ideas worth exploring.
Plan a DIY Wedding Ceremony
A DIY wedding ceremony can be as simple or simple as you like. If you want to create a more rustic feel for your event, you can hire a local musician or a poet to add to the ambience. Alternatively, you can go with a more modern ceremony, which also doesn’t cost a bomb. You can create your vows and wedding vows or go for traditional vows. If you want to add some culture to your ceremony, you can go for Indian wedding rituals or Chinese wedding beliefs.
You can also plan a special wedding ceremony for your loved one by inviting their friends and family. This can be a great way to include people who may have otherwise been forgotten about. The ceremony can be held at the reception venue or a separate venue if you want to save money. You can also use a small ceremony budget to create a more intimate ceremony. You can also plan a DIY wedding ceremony that has a special meaning for you by incorporating some of your own beliefs into it.
DIY Wedding Favors
Instead of buying expensive wedding favours, why not create them yourself? You can make bags filled with treats like chocolates, candy, nuts, or even handmade soaps. If you want to make the favours more personal, you can include notes or personalized labels on the bags. You can also make customized items like wedding journals or wedding thank-you cards.
This not only saves you money but also gives you something to reminisce about. If you are having a large guest list, you can also make personalized magnets or other items that can be handed out as favours. You can also create a DIY wedding favour registry to receive gifts from loved ones. You can keep the registry at home or the office or use an online service to make it convenient for you.
Create Your Wedding invitations
Create your wedding invitations and save on costs. You can use invitation stationery from your printer or you can use die-cut paper invitations from office supplies. You can also print invitations on your computer and double up the invitation sheets to make even more invitations.
You can also create DIY wedding invitations using online invitation services, social media platforms, and image editing software like Photoshop. You can also use DIY wedding invitation templates to save time and effort. You can also use greeting card stock paper to create your wedding invitations. You can also use recycled paper to save on costs if you want to go the extra mile.
You can also use paper gift bags and ribbons to enhance the look of your DIY wedding invitations. You can also use a simple invitation to invite friends and family to your wedding, rather than buying more expensive wedding invitations.
Plan a DIY Reception
If you are hosting a DIY wedding reception, you can save a lot on costs by holding it at the reception venue or a nearby pub or restaurant. You can also invite your close friends and family to the reception, which you can arrange at the pub or restaurant. You can also hold your reception on an outdoor deck or lawn. You can opt for a fun and casual reception if you want to save on costs.
You can also decorate your DIY reception with flowers, lanterns, paper flowers, ornaments, and paper fans. You can also hire a band or a live musician to play at your reception. You can also serve finger foods and beverages at your reception like popcorn, chips, chicken wings, and lemonade or you can opt for a sit-down dinner like a barbecue dinner or an Indian thali dinner.
Add Live Plants to Your Event Space
If you are hosting a DIY wedding, you can add a live plant to your dining space or reception venue to create an ambient feel. You can also choose a live plant that requires less care like aloe or a peace lily. You can also grow your special flower at home or purchase a plant at a nearby garden or nursery and nurture it by watering it regularly.
You can also plant a tree or a flower at your reception venue to add a personal touch to your wedding. You can also arrange votive candles at your dinner table to create an elegant ambience. You can also use a fabric tablecloth to decorate your dinner table or cutlery and placemats to add colour to your DIY wedding.
Use Outdoor Lighting for an Atmosphere
Outdoor lighting can add a warm and welcoming feel to your DIY wedding. You can use LED string lights, solar lights, string lanterns, or candles to illuminate your outdoor venue. You can also use natural sunlight to illuminate your event space for an ambient feel.
You can also use Instagram or social media posts to create a feel for your outdoor lighting. You can also use a night vision camera to add a romantic feel to your outdoor lighting. You can also use a DIY wedding path lighting kit to decorate your wedding path.
Use Creative Photography Techniques
If you have a DIY wedding, you can use creative photography techniques to create a unique look for your event. You can use different filters and editing software like Photoshop or Snapseed to create a unique look for your wedding photos.
You can also hire a professional photographer for your event. You can also use your phone as a camera to create beautiful images. You can also use a tabletop tripod to create a more professional look for your photos. You can also use a selfie stick to create interesting shots. You can also create unique DIY wedding posters or social media graphics to promote your event.
Let Guests Play an Active Role in the Day’s Events
If you are hosting a DIY wedding, you can let guests take part in your events. For example, if your guests like to cook, you can let them create a dish for the day or let them bake a cake.
Alternatively, you can have a DIY event where guests are encouraged to share their talents like karaoke or skype with someone special. You can also let guests paint a wall or sculpt clay at your DIY wedding. You or your wedding planner can let guests take part in the day’s events. You can also let guests create signs or posters for your wedding day to promote your event.
Wrap Up
DIY weddings are fun, creative ways to plan a wedding, but they are not for everyone. If you are looking for a traditional wedding that is not too expensive and does not require too much work on your part, a traditional wedding is an ideal option.
However, if you like to do things differently or you want to save on costs, then a DIY wedding might be right for you. A DIY wedding can be as simple or complex as you like, and the only limit is your creativity. All you have to do is come up with unique ideas, and your wedding will be as unique as you are. These DIY wedding ideas will help you get started, and they are sure to inspire you.
