Wedding Favors on a Budget
Wedding favors and decorations can be pricey. However, if you look into some unexpected sources, you can save quite a bit of money! The trick is to find items that can be used for weddings, but aren’t being sold specifically as wedding decorations or favors.
For example, party favors can be used for wedding favors, and often cost less, since they are not specifically part of the wedding industry. Party stores sometimes have wedding themed items, and at other times have items that can be used for weddings, even if they were not intended to be. Gift bags, wrapping paper, streamers, tablecloths, disposable champagne glasses, balloons, and bubbles can all be found at almost any party store. Other items might also be available - shop early to find decorations and favors that match your wedding colors, and get any items that might go with a themed wedding.
Discount stores are another surprising source of cheap wedding favors and decorations. Many discount stores have a small stock of nice items that could be used as wedding favors, such as candies, picture frames, candles, and gift bags. Again, starting early will give you time to find everything you need, even if it’s not all from one store.
Web sites are another good source for discounted wedding decorations and favors. Wedding sites such as Wedding Favors Unlimited and Wedding Things have a section of highly discounted items. General party supply stores such as the Oriental Trading Company also have very cheap items that are great for wedding favors. DealLocker also has discounts and coupons on wedding items.
Look at after-holiday sales to find all sorts of supplies. Valentines Day and Easter are great holidays for chocolate and colored (pink and red or pastel) ribbons, candies, and decorations. Beautiful baskets that were intended for Easter can be used for centerpieces, flower girls, or wedding favors. After-Christmas sales often have white lights that can lend ambiance to a wedding reception. Show up the morning after the holiday for the best selection of discounted items!
