10 unique and affordable wedding ideas
Auto1. Handbags
Perfect for any time of year and so useful, personalized bags make great wedding gifts. Simple cloth bags are inexpensive and easy to personalize, in case you want to make your own wedding favors. You have little time? Some wedding stores offer custom bags, but they will cost you more than designing them yourself.
2. Sunglasses
Have the ideal summer wedding? Candies and chocolates may not be the best wedding gift for guests in the hot summer sun. Sunglasses are a great way to keep your guests cozy and to remind them of their special day for years to come. More? Frames come in a variety of styles and can be customized in many ways. You are limited only by your imagination! Like tote bags, sunglasses can also be professionally customized by many wedding and party vendors.
3. S’mores Kits
Perfect for weddings in late summer or early fall, individual s’mores kits are another creative alternative to more conventional wedding gifts. These can be as basic or as decadent as you prefer and therefore can work for any budget. All you need are some graham crackers, marshmallows, chocolate bars, and cute craft supplies to make these adorable and unforgettable gifts for your guests.
4. Sweets in custom wrappers
A little more on the traditional side, custom candy wrappers and candies seem to be the mainstays when it comes to wedding gifts. From the usual Jordan almonds to the trendiest chocolate bars, this is another easy and inexpensive way to add a personal touch to your wedding. Why mess with a classic? Pick your candies and go for those custom candy wrappers. It’s a great way to impress wedding guests with a sweet tooth, and it’s also a much appreciated gift for a bridal shower or bridal shower.
5. Individual bath salts
DIY bath salts are all the rage these days. Whether it’s for personal use, a Christmas gift for a family member, or a birthday gift for a family member, you probably already have a recipe or two on one of your Pinterest boards. Individual bath salts are a unique and affordable way to pamper your wedding guests. The small, luxurious jars of bath salt also make wonderful gifts for the bridal shower.
6. Hangover rescue kits
Hangover rescue kits or “cures” are a must if your guests are going to drink. From a personalized water bottle to a kit full of hangover remedies, you can make this wedding favor as simple or as complex as you’d like. As with the other DIY ideas, this concept is flexible and inexpensive. Hangover rescue kits make great stag and hen party gifts too!
7. Individual hot chocolate mix
Are you planning a winter wedding? Make your guests feel cozy and cozy with these individual hot chocolate gifts. With a few jars, craft supplies, and a few ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, you can create some of the most memorable wedding favors possible! You can customize the toppings for different flavors of hot chocolate, and you can decorate the packaging however you like. If you like the concept but don’t have time for a DIY project, some vendors sell custom packets of hot chocolate.
8. Lip balm
Personalized lip balm is another ready-to-go concept for a winter wedding gift that offers a lot of flexibility. If you are looking for more expression or are looking to save some money for the honeymoon, you can make your own lip balm gifts in a variety of different flavors and scents. As with the other ideas above, you can also buy custom lip balm or DIY kits from vendors, in case you need to save some time and energy. Either way, lip balm can be an interesting and practical wedding gift for your guests.
9. Bags
You probably already know that envelopes are sachets of scented flowers or herbs that people often place in drawers or cabinets to make the space smell nice. What you might not know is that these bags filled with herbs and flowers are also creative wedding favors. As with sunglasses or bags, these unconventional wedding gifts can be bought or made at home.
10. Travel kits
Whether you’re having a summer or winter wedding, a homemade travel kit can be a useful and memorable wedding gift that won’t break the bank. This idea is very versatile, as the kits can be made in a variety of ways on almost any budget, and it is the perfect gift for a destination wedding.