Many brides like to make their own wedding favors. One reason for this is because it can save money. Even the price of cheap favors can add up if you are purchasing allot of them. Another reason some brides make there own is so that they can create personalized favors. They simply want something unique and can call their own. Regardless, of why you want to make your own here 5 ideas that you can try for yourself.
Favor Idea #1: Soap Favors
Soap wedding favors are very traditional, but they are still very popular. Some people like to go as far as to melt the soap and make their own molds and shapes. If you go to a craft store you can often find many soaps and molds in a wide variety. If your new to soap making this may be a bit of a challenge.
Favor Idea #2: Gift Bag
This is an excellent idea if you want something simple. You will need to go to a craft store to see if they have small little gift bags that you can pack with some items. What you put in that little gift bag is really up to you. There could be candy, chocolate, a picture of the bride and groom, or just about anything else you can think of.
Favor Idea #3: Cookies
What you do is set up a cookie buffet and allow your guests to take a few cookies home. This is very affordable if you choose to make the cookies yourself. You will need small bags for each guests. Plan on making on about 4 cookies per guest. The cookies can be placed on a separate table or another option is to place some on each table.
Favor Idea #4: Candles
Candles can be purchased for very cheap in the right places. They make for good favors if you can come up with a creative arrangement. You can make them even more popular by having scented candles.
Favor Idea #5: Memorable Items
The idea behind this is to give each guest something that they can remember your wedding by. This is usually a small physical item. Things like key chains, glasses, bottle openers, coasters and so on. Ideally they should be customized with the brides and grooms name.
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I think DIY favors can be a nice gesture and a good way to personally thank guests. If you’re on a budget, homemade cookies, decorated in your wedding colors or with your monogram, can be perfect!