diy Reception Decor- how to make it look nice but save money

If you start early and shop sales, you can DIY on a budget!

I lucked out and one of the decorators in my area was going out of business and selling her decorations, so I got great prices on a lot of items.

View quoted message I'm doing these for my head table!

I’ve seen the mirrors at the dollar store. I spray painted spaghetti jars gold, then added glitter then sprayed a clear coat over top to save from buying mason jars. Also you can check out creativebag.com for supplies too. They have a couple of store in the GTA. Also look for faux floral wholesalers for different selection than michaels and the dollar store. You make have to “set up” a company account but it could make it worth it for you.

View quoted message I'm going for a romantic, elegant, classic feel. My colours are going to be purples - lilac, lavender and a darker shade that I haven't settled on (thinking darker like eggplant but don't know for sure). My venue is an older Ballroom so it's going to need a lot of decor to make it pretty. Any help is greatly appreciated - I've been doing well with planning but seem to have hit a wall when it comes to decor.

View quoted message Michael's! Thank you! I'm trying to figure out where I can get things cheaper than some places that do wedding decor. I'll keep an eye out for coupons. Thank you!

We made our wedding favours, centerpieces and a few other things. It takes time but if you hunt for deals (Michael's always has coupons) and can put in the time, it is worth it to save some money.

What colors and style are you looking for? Does your wedding have a theme? What does your venue look like? We'll be happy to help!

I think the dollar store and IKEA may have the mirrors but good call on Home Depot. Thanks so much Ashley 😀

View quoted message Super cute idea!! I would check Home Depot or some kind of home decor centre for the circular mirrors

I'm getting married in August of next year and they have lots of ideas for cheap center pieces from the dollar store. I am getting stuff from the dollar store and ordering from wish.com. Going to fill tall glass vases with water, submersible lights, flower gel beads, then flower petals and a floating candle at the top. I'm still looking for the glass round mirrors to sit the vases on.

Dollar store and michaels have been my best friend. And thrift stores like value village or good willl.