40+ Unique Wedding Ideas for Thrifty Brides

By: Kaylee Pope, Editor, AllFreeDIYWeddings.com

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your entire life. It is also one of the most expensive days you will ever experience. There is absolutely no reason that you should have to break the bank or sacrifice your style in order to have your dream wedding, however. DIY techniques and budget wedding crafts can work wonders to spruce up your wedding without requiring you to spend a ton of money. Thrifting can save you a lot of money, as well. Sometimes those old school pieces you find at the local flea market are even cuter than the store-bought stuff. This is especially true if you are exploring a vintage or antique theme. Exploring a flea market might even overwhelm you with unique wedding ideas. If you're looking to have a unique and classy wedding and pinch some pennies in the process, try these 40+ Unique Wedding Ideas for Thrifty Brides. From wedding decorations to wedding jewelry, all of these unique wedding ideas look like a million bucks.

40+ Unique Wedding Ideas for Thrifty Brides

Unique Wedding Ideas: Wedding Decor
Unique Wedding Ideas: DIY Party Favors
Unique Wedding Ideas: Jewelry and Accessories
Unique Wedding Ideas: Bridal Beauty

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Unique Wedding Ideas: Wedding Decor

These unique wedding ideas are sure to set the mood at your wedding. Using innovative DIY techniques, these projects will absolutely fit into your budget. Plus, many of them fit perfectly into any theme you might be exploring on your big day. Whether you're planning a modern, elegant wedding, a country chic wedding, or need rustic wedding ideas, these DIY wedding decor ideas will fit in with any wedding theme.

DIY Marquee Letters
Simple and Chic Painted Vases
Chic Ribbon Chair Covers
Wispy Yarn Chandelier
Darling Dollar Store Icicle Ornaments
Forgotten and Found Vintage Wedding Vases
Elegant Wax Paper Backdrop
How to Make Paper Flowers: DIY Wedding Ideas
Inexpensive Bright and Bold Summer Wedding Flowers
Rustic Wedding Mason Jar Chandelier
Striking DIY Terrarium Place Holders
Upcycled Chalkboard Tutorial
+ BONUS! Decorate your new chalkboard with these handy tutorials:
- DIY Chalkboard Art Tips and Techniques
- DIY Chalkboard Art Layouts and Designs

Unique Wedding Ideas: DIY Party Favors

These cheap wedding favors are an amazing solution to a tight budget. Besides, your guests will appreciate the personal touch of these DIY wedding favors much more than they would a simple store-bought knickknack. These cheap wedding favors are all absolutely adorable. Every extra special wedding should send home a memorable DIY party favor, and these unique wedding ideas are just what you're looking for. From edible favors to sweet and simple DIY favors, there's something to fit every wedding theme here.

Unique Wedding Ideas: Jewelry and Accessories

It is no secret that jewelry and other wedding accessories are some of the most important wardrobe pieces a bride picks out for her wedding. You can save money by borrowing from a friend or family member, but it is much more fun to be able to keep your accessories because they're important keepsakes. Plus, there's no better way than to let your personality shine than wearing something you made yourself! Explore these DIY jewelry ideas for wedding day jewelry and accessories inspiration.

Unique Wedding Ideas: Bridal Beauty

Did you know that Kate Middleton did her own wedding makeup? It’s true! Now you can do your own wedding makeup and your own wedding hair with these easy, breezy DIY bridal beauty ideas. Don’t waste your money on an expensive makeup artist and hair stylist when you can easily get the look on your own. From boho brides to classic elegance brides, you're sure to find something here that suits your bridal style.