For brides on a budget, or those who just enjoy putting their creative skills to work, crafting some of your own decorations can be both fun and cost-effective. There are ambitious brides who turn most or all of their wedding decoration ideas into DIY projects. Of course, many brides will only do one or two DIY wedding decorations to mix in with other elements of their big day. No matter which end of the spectrum you are on, it’s important to use time management tips to avoid getting overwhelmed.

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Embrace your creative side with easy DIY wedding decorations.

Planning a wedding is a huge creative process in itself. If you want to express your artistic side and add even more uniqueness to your big day, there are plenty of easy wedding decoration ideas for beginner to advanced crafters. For example, painting quirky signs to let your guests know where to go is a crowd-pleasing, easy project anyone can do. All you need is a little bit of wood and paint to create a sign as unique as your wedding.

The best wedding decoration ideas are keepsakes.

There are many wedding decoration ideas that can be crafted for your wedding day, but used for years to come. Painted signs with special quotes can be displayed as home décor to bring happy memories every day. Anything monogrammed can be brought back out for special occasions, like anniversary parties.

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Use time management tips to stay sane.

Whether you choose to tackle one or many DIY wedding decorations, remember to make it a fun process and not another stressful item on your to-do list. Use time management tips like keeping a calendar and accepting help to keep from getting overwhelmed. Make it a bonding activity with your spouse-to-be, or call your bridesmaids over for a fun night of wine and crafting. Multi-task by creating memories and decorations together!

Do you have any creative ideas for DIY wedding decorations, or tips for brides-to-be taking on the challenge? Let us know in a comment below!