Planning a wedding can be expensive, but with a little creativity and a trip to the dollar store, you can design a breathtaking celebration without breaking the bank. Whether you’re looking for DIY decor, elegant centerpieces, or budget-friendly wedding favors, these dollar store wedding ideas will help you save money while still achieving a stylish and memorable event.
1. Photo Centerpiece
A couple of dollar store frames glued together with specially selected pictures makes up this unique photo centerpiece.
Supplies
- 4 matching dollar store photo frames
- Hot glue gun & glue sticks
- Floral foam
- Faux flowers (coordinated to wedding colors)
- Optional: Lace doily or decorative placemat
Instructions
Remove the backings and glass from the photo frames. Insert wedding photos or decorative paper inside.
Use a hot glue gun to attach the frames together, forming a box shape. Let it dry completely.
Place floral foam inside the frame box.
Arrange faux flowers in the foam, securing them in place.
2. DIY Elegant Table Numbers
Effortlessly beautiful table numbers don’t have to cost a fortune.
Supplies
- 2 matching dollar store picture frames
- Glass marker or vinyl numbers
- Small sprig of greenery or faux flowers
- Hot glue gun & glue sticks
- Small wooden dowels (for legs, optional)
Instructions
Remove the backing from both frames and take the glass piece out of one of them.
Write or apply the desired table number onto one of the glass pieces using a glass marker or vinyl decal.
Place a sprig of greenery between the two glass pieces.
Secure the glass into one of the frames using the existing tabs.
(Optional) Attach small wooden dowels to the back of the frame with hot glue to create legs for a standing effect.
3. DIY Hanging Flower Backdrop
Create a breathtaking wedding backdrop using simple dollar store supplies. This DIY floral backdrop adds elegance to ceremonies, photo booths, or the reception area.
Supplies
- White curtain or tablecloth
- Faux flowers in wedding colors
- Clear fishing line or floral wire
- Hot glue gun & glue sticks
- Removable adhesive hooks or a lightweight frame
Instructions
Hang the white curtain or tablecloth as your backdrop using adhesive hooks or a lightweight frame.
Cut faux flower stems to the desired length.
Attach the flowers to the backdrop using floral wire or hot glue, arranging them in clusters or scattered for a cascading effect.
Ensure flowers are secure, then adjust placement as needed for a balanced look.
