Cheap Wedding Centerpiece Ideas

The purpose of a wedding centerpiece, is to have each table in the room stand out, and give character to the overall wedding decorations. Having said that, whether it is expensive or cheap does not matter. What matters is that it should look good and grab attention, irrespective of its price. Now if you can have cheap wedding centerpieces, why spend extra precious bucks on the expensive ones? In this article, we provide you with affordable ideas where you can completely involve yourself by creating the centerpieces on your own!

Ideas for Affordable Wedding Centerpieces

When choosing or making centerpieces, keep in mind the theme you may be considering for your wedding. While most of these centerpieces will go along with any kind of wedding decor, some are more unique and may not suit every theme.

• The Martini Glass Centerpiece: Take a martini glass, fill it with water, and float a candle slightly smaller than the rim of the glass in it. You can further liven it up by adding color to the water, one that matches the theme, and tie a bright, colorful ribbon to its stem. Flower petals or leaves strewn across the table only add to its beauty.
• The Good Ol' Glass Bowl: Now you've all seen the good old glass bowl with candles and flowers floating in it. However, here's a unique addition to it. Fill the base with colorful beads or pebbles, and then put in the candles and flowers. The other way is slightly time-consuming, but definitely unique. Get small, colorful Styrofoam balls, and slit them at the center. Now place these around the rim of bowl. This attention to detail is sure to add class to this unique centerpiece. You could even use a single color if you think this centerpiece might become too colorful.
• The Cute & Personal Centerpiece: Paint over old, tall tins, or tall and slender terracotta pots. Write a different personal message on each pot, and sign it, from both of you (bride and groom), thanking the guests for making your wedding day so special by coming and sharing your happiness. Of course, flowers of your choice in the pot are not to be forgotten. This cute centerpiece is sure to leave a memory in the heart of every guest.
• The Curly Willow Centerpiece: Curly willow branches are making their way into the world of decoration, and make attractive centerpieces at weddings. They also add height to the centerpiece, which is an interesting additional element in the overall decor. They can be done up in a simplistic or an elaborate way.
• The Shocking Centerpiece: Cheap doesn't always have to mean simple or tacky. You can add jazz to an inexpensive centerpiece too. Just pick up old, dried leaves off the street. Spray paint them in any metallic color of your choice. You could also use a combination of colors. Place them in a flat plate, with small tea-lites. The light from the candles will highlight the leaves, and give the centerpiece the ultimate jazz!

Think out of the box, and set your mind free. Wander through different stores, and garage sales, and think creatively of how you can create perfect yet inexpensive wedding centerpieces. Go unique! You don't have to succumb to contemporary trends and fashions. Your dream wedding doesn't have to be very expensive. It is only your own involvement in the nuances of your dream wedding that will make it personal, and special.