|
Wedding favors are mandatory at receptions; the guests are giving you gifts, so you give them a memento of the wedding celebration. Here are five fashionable themed ideas for the do-it-yourself minded. These are wedding party favor bags that are full of imagination, but won¡¯t necessarily break your budget. If you can rope some bridesmaids into helping you out with the task, then even better¡
Truly Cut Out For Each Other
Favor Bag Includes:
- Cookie Cutter Favors
- Cookie Recipe
- Gourmet (or homemade) Cookies
First decide what kind of cookie you will be including in this wedding favor, as that can determine what kind of bag or container you will use. If it¡¯s a dry cookie, like a Sugar Cookie, then a vellum bag would be a simple yet elegant presentation. However, if it¡¯s cookie on the messy side, like Oatmeal Cookies or ones with icing, then it is best to use a white cardboard container¡ªthese can be folded into a variety of shapes from hearts to butterflies, so they will be tasteful. After you have decided upon the cookie, print its ingredients and recipe on cardstock paper in a scripted font. You can add your own flair to the recipe, for instance ¡°2 cups of sugar (and a dash of patience)¡± can be an ingredient. You will also need cookie cutters, depending on your budget, you can choose either plastic or tin¡ªbut also choose an appropriate design, such as hearts, bells, or anything else you deem suitable. Stay away from cookie cutters in the shape of cats or Christmas trees, unless the wedding is specifically themed around certain images. Punch holes in the recipe cards. With your choice of ribbon, tie the recipe to the cookie cutter. Wrap the cookies featured in the recipe in their own netting. Place all favors in a vellum bag.
Message in a Bottle
Favor Bag Includes:
- Seashells
- Sand Dollars
- Note in a Bottle
Seashells and sand dollars are great wedding favor ideas because not only are they inexpensive, they¡¯re also unique, one-of-a-kind items, just like the love shared between two people. This favor bag is all about getting the theme exactly right. If you want a very classy display, then white beach pails will be an elegant choice. If the wedding is a little more casual, or actually on a beach, then consider using the beach pails and shovels. Fill bucket with seashells and sand dollars, and stick a bottle (complete with message) in the middle. The message can be anything from a wedding announcement to thanking the guests for sharing the day, or even a special poem or song that the couple shares. If buckets and pails are a little too messy, or expensive, then sinamay tote bags are ideal. These finely woven bags are gift-sized, and instead of filling a pail with shells, you can just give each guest one, but be sure to include a message along the shell, or else the bag will seem too empty.
Love Will Grow
Favor Bag Includes:
- Seed Packets
- Bud Vase
- Satin Sachets
This wedding favor bag can be as small or as large as you want it to be, depending on the size of the bud vase. Personalized bud vases are intimate reminders of the wedding day, but also can be expensive. Seed packets can be chosen with symbolism or practicality in mind. For instance, wildflowers could be symbolic of the carefree love the couple shares, or daises could be symbolic of the first flower the groom ever gave the bride. Or if you live in a region where it is hard to grow flowers due to harsh winters or extreme summers, then take into account the species that are native to your location. Satin sachets top off the wedding favor trio with a promising fragrance of hope and optimism.
A Gift of Heart
Favor Bag Includes:
- Heart-Shaped Tea Strainer
- Love Beyond Measuring Spoons
- Boxed Heart Soap
Perhaps the easiest wedding favor bag to assemble, simply take the favors and place them into a satin, drawstring bag. The presentation of the satin bags are stylish in themselves, and when they include off-beat gifts such as heart-shaped tea strainers or measuring spoons, they are sure to be a success.
Old Faithfuls
Favor Bag Includes:
- Matches
- Candles
- Soaps
The most common wedding favors of all are matches, candles and soaps. If you¡¯re short on budget, or imagination, or simply want to provide a useful parting gift to your guests, then all that is needed is some white netting which can be purchased at any fabric store, or even online. Cut netting into squares (or circles), place items into center. Gather up ends and tie at the top with ribbon. These are small, simple and easy wedding favor bags that can adorn the reception tables without taking up room for dishes and place settings.
|
Artical Related:
Wedding photography photo shoot checklist: essential poses and candids
Wedding party responsibilities
Wedding party favors: 20 extremely cheap but fun ideas
Wedding party favors: 5 do it yourself edible ideas
Wedding party favors: 5 easy flower ideas




