Affordable Wedding Decorations and Wedding Favors

The decorations for your Wedding and Wedding reception play a big part in what will be one of the biggest days of your life. You can add your personal style and flare to the event through a number of elements and distinct touches. All these 'little things' can add up financially and if you're not careful and don't plan ahead you can find yourself in a jam. You can certainly work to make the event classy and memorable without having to come off looking like you have cheap wedding decorations and favors.

So much to do and what seems like so little time. Many couples are taking on challenges far beyond just that one day. A new house, a mortgage, hoping to have the funds for a honeymoon, a baby on the way ( I've heard that can happen before the wedding) and in our current sluggish economy you may be facing one of your losing your income and looking for a job all at the same time! You are pulled in so many directions and your head feels like it's whirling around like a cyclone. The key to pulling it all together is taking time to pull back from it all, think about your goals and plan. I can't emphasize enough the importance of determining what you want and then planning so you can execute the goals. This translates to every aspect in your life not just when it comes to planning a wedding.

When it comes to the Décor for a wedding and wedding reception, you can find items that will serve multiple purposes. This will stretch your dollar and enable you to have affordable wedding decorations that suit your style and theme without coming across as cheap. A perfect example of something that would work is by combing wedding favors and wedding table decorations. Having bud vase with a simple rose or tropical flower at the center could be the center to a pinwheel of favors surrounding it. The most common idea would be votives, floating candles or tea lights. So many brides are drawn to the flickering light that adds sparkle and romance. They make wonderful gifts for your guests as well as providing this romantic flare during the party. If you are having your reception in a tent or outdoors keep in mind that the breeze may be a factor so perhaps a candle that is enclosed like a small lantern.

Another simple and cost effective idea would be to start with helium balloons at the center with a weighted base or something small. The balloons extending upward will add color that will extend far across your reception hall and the base and ribbons will add some more style. Add to this the small gift boxes as they serve as a nice base for simple artistic decorations as well. The boxes come in various themed designs and colors so are easy to tie into your collection no matter what you have decided on. Using a foam base you can insert some dried lavender for color and a wonderful aroma. You can add a small pot and miniature violets, or if its spring a tiny crocus would be seasonal. Your place settings will not look barren and empty with these beautiful gifts working in conjunction with simple yet very effective centerpiece.

Sometimes the most expensive idea is just that, the most expensive! The small thing working together to fill your reception hall with light and color can be more successful at creating what you want for your big day. The added bonus is that without spending a fortune on a large table center to fill the space you can use these simple ideas to create affordable wedding decorations to get exactly what you want.