30 DIY Wedding Centerpiece Ideas to Add a Special Touch to Your Day
They'll suit any style.
By Tierney McAfee
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Decorating is one of the most fun things about wedding planning, but it can also be one of the most overwhelming! (Engaged Alex Drummond might know a thing or two about that!) There are so many ways to express your personality as a couple at your wedding—Ree Drummond's brother belted out "Elvira" at her and Ladd's reception! But if you don't have a warbling brother in your wedding party, decorations are another great way to add a personal touch.As the focal point of your guest tables, centerpieces are often a great place to express yourselves. Set the tables—and the tone—for your wedding with these unique and creative DIY centerpieces that are sure to dazzle your guests. Whether you're looking at chic halls or rustic barn wedding venues to host your nuptials, there's an idea here for you.
If you're the traditional type, you'll love the timeless look of crepe paper wildflowers and pink floral pomanders. Try placing them in alternative vases to get extra crafty! If you want to break the mold, consider a "found object" centerpiece created with vintage knick-knacks and leftover paper decorations, or a glass terrarium filled with your favorite succulents. As any spouses-to-be will tell you, centerpieces can take up a big portion of your wedding budget—but only if you let them! Thanks to these easy tutorials, topping your tables with chic DIY wedding centerpiece ideas has never been simpler or more affordable.
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Pretty Peach Centerpieces
Julie Blanner
Integrating fruit into flower arrangements is an affordable and effortless way to add interest. Mix pale pink and yellow roses with artificial or real peaches for a sweet, summery bouquet.
These crepe paper wildflowers are just as beautiful as real blooms! They may look intricate, but they are easy to make if you follow this helpful tutorial. When you're finished, add faux greenery like eucalyptus leaves, lambs ear leaves, or rosemary leaves for a fuller bouquet.
Whether you're having a beach wedding or you simply want to bring a taste of the sand and sea to your guest tables, this is the perfect tutorial for you. These gorgeous flower and sand centerpieces will give your wedding magical and soothing vibes.
And now for something completely different! If flowers aren't your thing, group together vintage knick-knacks, leftover paper decorations, and other found objects for a centerpiece that is unlike anything your guests have seen before.
Who needs blooms when you can create a stunning centerpiece using nothing but grocery store-bought greenery? The great thing about greenery is that it lasts a long time so you can prepare these centerpieces in advance and they'll still look gorgeous on the big day!
Here's an egg-cellent idea for a barn wedding! This clever tutorial shows you how to turn used eggshells into tiny bud vases that are guaranteed to charm your guests.
Your tables will be alive with the sound of music when you say "I do" to these whimsical sheet music Mason jars. Whether you're a musician or simply a music lover, these candle holder centerpieces will hit the right note at your wedding.
This magical Parisian bird cage centerpiece will have your guests saying, "Ooh la la!" Fill it with a candle, floral arrangement, or other decorative object.
Some centerpieces, like these pomanders, just say "wedding." This easy tutorial shows you how to make hydrangea pomanders (aka "flower kissing balls") using pink paper petals.
This DIY project is doable, affordable, and, most importantly, beautiful! Mix and match your favorite blooms for a colorful table display with a twist. For an edible centerpiece, try it with macarons!
A pumpkin may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of wedding decor, but these white, succulent-stuffed beauties would make ideal centerpieces for a fall wedding. Plus, there's the whole Cinderella association. So romantic!
Try this easy DIY tutorial for a fresh take on hydrangea floral arrangements. To cut down costs, check out places like Costco or Sam’s Club for volume pricing on hydrangeas.
If you love the look—but not the price—of mercury glass vases, you'll be thrilled to know that you can create your own using something called Looking Glass spray paint. The only other things you'll need to transform your ordinary glass vases are water, white vinegar, a spray bottle, and some paper towels.
Nature lovers who don't want to splurge on floral centerpieces will adore this simple terrarium project. Simply top vintage plates with glass cloches and fill your terrarium with moss and any other beautiful items of your choosing!
This gorgeous centerpiece combines blooms of all colors for a tasteful rainbow floral display. For the finishing touch, sprinkle "confetti" petals around the bouquets.
This easy and affordable DIY project will make an eye-popping impression on your guests. Be sure to vary the size of your balloons for added visual appeal.
This citrus-themed centerpiece will bring a fresh pop of color to your tables. Mandarins always stun in a summer setting but this wintery twist with pine cones is just as sweet!
Serve up a side of romance with these lovely apothecary jar and rose floral arrangements. All you have to do is fill the jars with fresh, cold water and rose food, and float the roses inside. The flowers will stay fresh for up to two weeks, with occasional water changes.
For a desert-chic look that won't break the bank, fill a glass terrarium with white sand and your favorite cactus plants, succulents, and flowers. The best thing about this beautiful craft is that it takes mere minutes to put together!