planning ideas 10 Paper pom poms
Easily and inexpensively change the entire feel of your reception venue by hanging paper pom poms from the ceiling. They’re such an easy thing to make with hundreds of how-to guides online, but just as inexpensive to buy, starting from as little as £2 each!
11 Photobooth fun
If you’re opting for an outside wedding or have a little corner of venue space why not have your own photobooth fun? You can buy the props from just £3, but instead of hiring a booth, create your own by hanging a large photo frame from two trees, or making a cardboard cutout so your guests can hop into frame through the day.
Decorate your cake table – it doesn’t have to be expensive but it can make all the difference! Scattered rose petals or small paper pom poms look stunning and will cost you next to nothing.
14 Memory branches
A feature like a simple tree branch can look gorgeous inside your reception venue. Either leave it as it is for a rustic feel or paint it a different colour to match your colour scheme. Why not ask guests to leave stories and anecdotes of you and your new husband to hang 13 Pretty chair backs A fab way to make your chairs from the branches too? stand out that bit more is with fabric and flowers. You can get tulle or 15 Personal favours lace fabric offcuts from your local For cheap but chic wedding sewing shop and use it to tie a favours, bulk buy small organza pretty bow on the back of the chair. bags and fill them with sweet Add a sprig of lavender, a rose or smelling dried flowers such as your chosen wedding flower. lavender and a personalised card for each guest.
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The little touches make a big difference. Pretty up your cutlery by wrapping knives and forks in doilies and tying with rustic twine
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16 Signpost your venue If your reception is in the middle of nowhere it’s a good idea to add signposts so your guests can find you easily. Using a piece of beach driftwood or coloured card, decorate with children’s paints and glitter to create a sign in your own style.
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