10+ DIY Wedding Decorations that Cost Next to Nothing

Weddings often come with the reputation of being pricey affairs, but the truth is, there’s absolutely no need to break the bank if it doesn’t align with your vision. Rather than getting caught in the whirlwind of extravagant spending, consider the allure of a wedding that’s brimming with charm and personality, without the hefty price tag. The funds saved from a budget-friendly wedding can pave the way for a dream honeymoon, a cozy home, or whatever your heart desires. That’s precisely why we’ve meticulously curated a collection of wedding decor ideas that are not only wallet-friendly but also radiate the kind of magic that no amount of money can buy.

In the spirit of frugality and creativity, we’ve gathered a compendium of the finest DIY wedding decor concepts. From those that cost absolutely nothing but your time and imagination, to those that might require a few dollars at most, these ideas exude the essence of elegance and uniqueness without the weight of financial burden. So, take a leap into a world of creative possibility and discover how you can achieve stunning decor that aligns with your heart’s desire and your budget’s boundaries.

Mason jars as flower vases (via Etsy.com)

A easy way to repurpose old jars.

2. Vintage mirror as welcome sign (via brides.com)

Old mirrors are easy to source and are perfect for a more rustic wedding.

3. Vintage rugs to line the aisle (via Brides.com)

Vintage rugs can be found at any second hand store and add a boho look.

4. Vintage bicycle adorned with flowers/greenery (via hgtv.com)

An old bike would do the trick, but if not, head to a second-hand store or check on Facebook marketplace.

5. Floating centerpiece (via hgtv.com)

Try this one! Fill a plastic terrarium bowl 3/4 of the way with water and add decorative faux flowers.

6. Picture frame lantern hack (via hgtv.com)

This genius hack will save you stacks. Simply glue together four picture frames and spray paint them gold.

7. Leaf Menu (via hgtv.com)

Save on printing money and add greenery to your tables.

8. DIY Wire signs (via somethingturquoise.com)

Easier than it looks, these wire signs are inexpensive and cute. Grab the tutorial here.

9. Marbled Candleholders with nail polish (via hgtv.com)

Pretty and quick, grab the tutorial here.

10. Ladder Greenery (via Bridal Musings)

Inexpensive and adds a rustic element to any area of your wedding.

11. Numbered Twinkly Lights in Bottles (via weddinghashers.com)

Perfect for a table numbering display.

12. Wine Cork Place Card Holder (via weddinghashers.com)

Cut a slit through an old wine cork for the perfect rustic holder for place cards.

13. Book stack centerpiece (via hitched.co)

Old books make for a vintage centerpiece.

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Owls are around all the time, of course, but they feel like a fall animal to me. Maybe that’s because of their association with witches and Halloween, but owls don’t have to be scary, as this cute collection of owl crafts shows.

First you can learn how to draw a simple owl and decorate it with this tutorial from Arty Crafty Kids.

Use different shapes to make an owl with this printable shape owl craft from Kids Craft Room, or see if you can make one with tanagram blocks in the classroom or at home.

Play with paint to make this fun paint splat owl from Glued to My Crafts. It’s like the classic butterfly painting craft with a twist.

Print and color a super cute standing owl with this printable from Krokotak. This one doesn’t use a paper towel roll but it reminds me of cardboard roll owls like the one from Mom Hacks 101 (I also did one where I just drew on the roll to make an owl that you can find on my blog). The Mom Hacks one has a cute twist in that the way the roll is cut allows the owl to perch on your wrist.

While we’re on the subject of upcycling materials to make owls, you can also make an owl from a paper cup, with this printable template from Simple Everyday Mom. Or make a paper bag owl like this one from Kids Activity Zone.

Get hands on (LOL) with your owl crafts with this torn paper owl from Non Toy Gifts, which uses handprints as the wings. So cute!

Preschoolers love crowns and headbands, so why not make owl headbands for everyone with this printable form Simple Everyday Mom.

This flapping owl puppet from My Pre K Box is easy to make with a (looks like it’s free when you enter your email) printable, and involves lots of cutting and gluing to work on those fine motor skills. You can also make an owl with moving eyes with this tutorial from Arty Crafty Kids.

Speaking of fine motor skills, you can use an owl craft to practice weaving paper. This printable from Easy Peasy and Fun makes a cute owl with a woven belly that’s so fun to make!

Older kids will enjoy making these pretty owl corner bookmarks from Easy Crafts for Kids. I also love this 3D owl coloring page from Draw Calm, which would be super fun to make and see if you can make it fly.

4 Owl Coloring Pages [Card Making]

3D Paper Owls

Bark Owl Craft

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