Getting married and want the wedding of your dreams, but there is just one problem standing in your way? A big one? If that big problem happens to be money, then never fear. Brides on a budget are nothing new, but what is new is what you can make to create a wedding so magical, it just might be better than any dream you’ve had just yet. Think inexpensive DIY wedding decor and craft your way into the most talked about, beautiful wedding celebration ever. I am sorry, you wedding industry people, but brides simply no longer want or need to pay you thousands of dollars to do what you can do, but better.
If you don’t have lots of extra money to spend on your wedding budget, but have time, then you are in luck. With 50 creative ideas that you can make for your wedding using Dollar Tree items, you can definitely create cheap DIY wedding decor ideas that look anything but inexpensive. Creativity and a bit of your time are going to net you some do it yourself wedding decorations that look as good or better than what you can pay for, plus you will get to take so much pride in the fact that you lovingly handcrafted each and every detail.
You can have that special, lovely wedding ceremony of your dreams while keeping a strict budget in mind. Look at these ideas for DIY wedding centerpieces, signs for your outdoor or indoor ceremony, Dollar Tree DIY wedding favors and table decor to see for yourself. Getting married does not have to break the bank, and it doesn’t have to be boring, either. With easy to follow step by step photo tutorials, you can craft your way into that dream wedding. Grab a friend or two and these will take even less time to make. I had a friend who had two wedding decor making parties and it was such a cool thing to be invited to. I loved getting to help her make DIY decorations, and we all took pride in getting to see them in the wedding photos she sent to use as a thank you. Check out these creative ideas for wedding decor you can make yourself (and congratulations!)
Be sure to also check out a few other ideas we have when it comes to the bride who loves to DIY, We have DIY wedding invitations you can make to save some money, DIY flowers the bride (or groom) can make themselves to fit any budget, homemade DIY favors, DIY wedding centerpiece ideas and more do it yourself wedding decor projects in case this list is not quite enough. Getting married outside? Not a problem, in fact, we created a special list to make just for such an occasion, so be sure to look at out our list of the best DIY outdoor wedding ideas. Last but not least, if you still think you can’t afford to pay for that dream wedding or maybe the honeymoon and time is on your side, check out these 75 crafts to make and sell and start funding your wedding by making money with your creativity!
Cheap DIY Wedding Decor Ideas
1. DIY Hula Hoop Romantic Floral Canopy
So there are 50 DIY wedding ideas here and I put this one first because it is my absolute favorite budget-friendly wedding decor idea ever. So creative and unlike anything you’ve ever seen at weddings, this hanging wedding centerpiece idea belongs at every outdoor wedding and perhaps some indoor ones, too. Imagine this pretty DIY centerpiece idea hanging over the guest book table, over the table with wedding gifts, over the bride and grooms table or if you have enough trees or places to hang such things, maybe all of your tables? Make this cool and inexpensive wedding decor idea with supplies from Dollar Tree or your local dollar store. You are going to need a hula hoop, some rope and real or faux flowers for this and you’ll be in business, ready to make this craft for your wedding.
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2. Rustic DIY Wedding Sign
A hand-lettered rustic wedding sign adds a warm, personal welcome for your guests without the big-box price tag. Made with simple wood and paint, it looks straight out of a boutique wedding. Get the full tutorial at The Country Chic Cottage.
3. Greenery Table Garland
Drape this garland down the center of the table to create a stunning tablescape. It is super easy to make, thanks to this DIY tutorial from You and Your Wedding. And guess what, it will also save you from significant florist fees. Make your own wedding flower arrangements and walk down the aisle with pride when you get to see your impressive work along the way. This DIY rustic wedding decor idea will look great for an outdoor wedding idea, and an indoor ceremony, too.
5. Fringe Balloons DIY
Here is another easy wedding decor idea you can make at home. These DIY Fringe balloons are stunning and the possibilities are endless. Learn how to make these by following along with the tutorial from Jessie Webster. They are super simple to make and are a great added element to a wedding reception, bridal party or as creative touch when you are in the market for DIY wedding shower decor, too! Plain old balloons get dressed up with this cool dollar store wedding decor idea.
6. DIY Carnation Heart
How pretty are these DIY floral hearts for any wedding day? Create the perfect romantic mood with this delightful heart made from pixie carnations. To learn how make this, follow along with the complete instructions from Modern Wedding. For a DIY dollar store wedding idea that looks anything but cheap, you definitely want to add this to your DIY wedding decor projects list. Even if the wedding invitations have already gone out, you still have time to make this quick DIY wedding decor idea. Pretty flowers need not cost lots of money, learn how with this simple tutorial.
7. Flower Girl Basket
There’s no need to spend a fortune on a flower girl basket when you can make one better yourself! For less than $20, you can re-create this pretty simple wedding DIY project at the comfort of your home. Dollar tree supplies everything you need to make this cheap DIY flower girl bouquet, and it looks so impressive, better than most things you can buy in stores. Looks great in photos, too and is sure to be a special keepsake you or your little girl who assists the bride will keep tucked away as a special memory of your big wedding day. DIY wedding flowers made easy, see for yourself.
9. DIY Aztec Sand Centerpieces
Here’s an alternative to your usual centerpiece. Spice up any tablescape at a wedding with a pop of color from these Aztec Sand Centerpieces. They will totally set the mood for the most enchanted event of your life. For memorable wedding centerpieces, this colorful sand vase makes a colorful statement. Since finding this cool DIY wedding centerpiece, I’ve seen a few variations in Instagram photos, with plenty of likes on all of them. I know it’s not just about the photos, but in case you care about that a little bit, consider making these Dollar Tree centerpieces for your wedding. Add some colorful balloons and other fun DIY wedding decor in pastels, and things might just turn out looking even dreamier than you could imagine.
10. Dollar Store Table Chandelier
I just love shiny and sparkly things. Make this beautiful table dollar store DIY wedding chandelier by following along with the step by step tutorial so you can get started making one for your home or wedding! This one looked too difficult for me to pull off, but when I watched the step by step tutorial video, I saw that was not the case at all. If you are thinking you might want to make some DIY lighting for your wedding, this cool but cheap DIY wedding idea is a show stopper.
11. DIY Yarn Wrapped Bottles
These Yarn Wrapped Bottles are so dreamy and are one of my favorite ideas for creative DIY wedding decor. It definitely adds a heartwarming and colorful rustic touch to your table decor. Read on for step by step instructions from Wedding Chicks to learn how to make your own homemade centerpiece. Perfect if you are planning an outdoor wedding or something with a rustic theme, these go well with colorful DIY wedding flowers or just something green inside.
12. Rustic Kissing Booth Sign
If you’re looking for the perfect prop for wedding or engagement pictures, look no further! This Rustic Kissing Booth Sign is a surprisingly simple and quick to make homemade wedding decor idea, you’d never believe how pretty it would turn out. This is super cute, I’d love to make one soon. Too bad I already got married! If I were to go back, I’d make lots of DIY wedding signs for the photos and this would be one of my top picks, because it is one you can keep and hang on the wall of your new home later. What a cool way to remember your wedding day every time you see it.
13. DIY Gold Sequin Heart
Oh la la. Fancy wedding decor like this DIY wall decor idea does not have to cost a ton of money. When expensive is not what you are looking for (and I am sorry, but who is you wedding planner people?) When you want something elegant and sophisticated but not pricey, check out this Dollar Tree wedding DIY and make a large gold heart (or 6?) for your big day. Another wedding decor idea that is going to look spectacular in photos, the huge heart says it all. Love, love, love.
More Ideas For DIY Weddings
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14. Gold Leaf Vases
Do you love dollar tree wedding ideas? This gold leaf vases idea is exactly the kind of thing I go looking for. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the gold leaf vases. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Thecreativityexchange has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
15. Dollar Tree Inspired Candlestick Holder Wedding Centerpiece
I am a big fan of home decor, and this dollar tree inspired candlestick holder wedding centerpiece idea is one of my favorites. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Missplanit at the link.
16. Dollar Store Hurricanes
This dollar store hurricanes idea is simple, quick, and exactly the DIY home decor ideas I keep coming back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Decorchick to see every step.
17. DIY Glittered Tealight Holders
Why not try decor ideas the easy way? This diy glittered tealight holders idea makes it simple. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Blog for the complete recipe.
19. DIY Topiary Trees
This is dollar tree wedding ideas, and I never get tired of it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the topiary trees. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Homemadelovely has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
20. Paper Flower Pomander
Cluster handmade crepe paper flowers into a lush pomander ball for a romantic hanging or table accent. Paper blooms cost pennies and never wilt, making them perfect for weddings. Get the full step-by-step tutorial here at DIY Joy.
21. Tissue Paper Streamers
Whether it is a weeknight or a get-together, this tissue paper streamers idea fits right in if you love fun crafts. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Make Haus at the link.
23. DIY Glitter Letter Magnets
Give this diy glitter letter magnets idea a try the next time you want handmade goods. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Twiceremembered to see every step.
24. DIY Daffodil Bouquet
Crafted Spaces nailed it with this diy daffodil bouquet idea – step by step instructions, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the daffodil bouquet. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Crafted Spaces for the complete recipe.
26. Hot Glue Flower Chandelier
Turn simple hot glue into delicate, translucent flowers you can string into a stunning hanging chandelier. It is an eye-catching, low-cost way to add florals overhead at any wedding. Get the full step-by-step tutorial here at DIY Joy.
27. Mason Jar Globes
Ever crave decorating ideas? This mason jar globes idea is the one I keep going back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Make Haus has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
28. Flower Girl Wand
I have always loved dollar tree wedding ideas, and this flower girl wand idea is a great example why. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. You can grab the whole recipe from Modernwedding at the link.
29. Yarn Heart Art
This yarn heart art idea is quick, easy, and a real win for a fun DIY. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Get the full recipe from Repeatcrafterme to see every step.
30. DIY Marquee Letters
Why make it complicated? This diy marquee letters idea keeps home decor simple. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the marquee letters. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Head over to Evanandkatelyn for the complete recipe.
32. DIY Tissue Paper Wedding Flowers
DIY Tissue Paper Wedding Flowers? Sign me up. This is DIY home decor ideas done right. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Check out Midsouthbride’s full tutorial for all the details.
33. Wedding Program Box
Here is decor ideas, and I keep coming back to it year after year. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Twotwentyone has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
34. DIY Coffee Filter Flowers
From a quiet night in to a full house, this diy coffee filter flowers idea works if you love dollar tree wedding ideas. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the coffee filter flowers. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Justbellablog at the link.
35. Flower Bouquet Centerpieces
Handmade paper flower bouquets make gorgeous, everlasting centerpieces for a fraction of the cost of fresh blooms. Pop them in a jar or vase for an instant wedding table upgrade. Get the full step-by-step tutorial here at DIY Joy.
36. Ribbon Rose Chair Accents
Whip up pretty ribbon roses in about two minutes each to tie onto chairs, pews, or bouquets. In your wedding colors, they add a soft, romantic touch for pennies apiece. Get the full step-by-step tutorial here at DIY Joy.
37. DIY Hanging Frame Wedding Photo Booth
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Try this diy hanging frame wedding photo booth idea next time you’re after an easy tutorial. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get our full step by step tutorial to try it yourself.
38. DIY Kissing Clothespin Place Card Holders
Blog really knows a fun DIY, and this diy kissing clothespin place card holders idea shows it. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Blog for the complete recipe.
39. DIY Hanging Sunflower Balls
Around here, this diy hanging sunflower balls idea disappears fast whenever I make home decor. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Check out Sweetteal’s full tutorial for all the details.
40. Floral Photo Hoop
Soft coffee filter flowers arranged on an embroidery hoop make a charming floral hoop for backdrops, signage, or the ceremony arch. They look like real blooms at a tiny cost. Get the full step-by-step tutorial here at DIY Joy.
41. DIY Floral Monograms for Weddings
Looking for DIY home decor ideas that actually works? This diy floral monograms for weddings idea is it. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Blog has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
42. Floating Blush Hydrangea Globes
I will admit it, I am obsessed with a fun DIY, and this floating blush hydrangea globes idea proves it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the blush hydrangea globes. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Rusticweddingchic at the link.
43. Bohemian Wedding Arch
This bohemian wedding arch idea is fuss free and delivers on dollar tree wedding ideas. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Apracticalwedding to see every step.
44. Confetti Bar
No need to overthink a fun DIY – this confetti bar idea is refreshingly simple. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Bklynbride for the complete recipe.
45. Flower Pop-Up Cards
These 3D flower pop-up cards make sweet, handmade thank-you notes or guest favors that wow when opened. They are easy to batch-make in your wedding palette. Get the full step-by-step tutorial here at DIY Joy.
46. DIY Book Flowers
DIY Book Flowers, and it is a good one. Just a fun DIY, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the book flowers. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out Cookingalamel’s full tutorial for all the details.
47. Faux Birch Lantern
I do not think I will ever get tired of a fun DIY like this. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Craftberrybush has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
48. Spring Candle Votives
Dress up plain candles and votives with this simple decor technique for a soft, romantic glow down the aisle or on every table. It is an easy, inexpensive way to set the mood. Get the full step-by-step tutorial here at DIY Joy.
50. Bohemian Feather Belly Band
Weeknight, weekend, or a crowd – this bohemian feather belly band idea covers a fun DIY either way. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. You can grab the whole recipe from Downloadandprint at the link.
51. Fairy Jar Lanterns
Glowing fairy jar lanterns line walkways and tables with soft, magical light for an enchanting wedding ambiance. Made from jars and fairy lights, they cost almost nothing. Get the full step-by-step tutorial here at DIY Joy.
