{"id":1633,"date":"2017-06-15T13:25:22","date_gmt":"2017-06-15T20:25:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/?p=1633"},"modified":"2026-04-28T07:53:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T14:53:01","slug":"7-tips-diy-wedding-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/7-tips-diy-wedding-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Tips for a DIY Wedding on a Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your wedding day is one of the most important, memorable, and emotional days of your life. The planning and days leading up to it? Not so much. Because every detail needs to be just so, the weeks and months preceding can be stressful, not to mention hugely expensive. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theknot.com\/content\/average-wedding-cost-2016\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">average cost of weddings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the U.S. is around <em>$35,000<\/em>, which is basically a starting salary for some jobs. While you want to make it perfect, there\u2019s just no reason to go into financial dire straits to realize your wedding-day dreams. Thankfully, there are a ton of great options for planning a wedding on a budget with some strategic DIY. We\u2019re not talking about going cheap, here &#8211; just thinking through what\u2019s most important to you and your partner, and designing and complementary experience without breaking the bank. And, hey, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/combining-households-heres-solve-arguments-stuff\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=diywedding\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">if you\u2019ve already combined households<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you already have great practice with the patience, compromise and planning required to realize your perfect day. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Planning &amp; Prioritizing for What\u2019s Important:<\/h2>\n<h3>Getting Real with your Fianc\u00e9<\/h3>\n<h4><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average cost of a planning session with your fianc\u00e9: a nice bottle of wine<\/span><\/i><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit down over a bottle of vino and figure out what\u2019s really important to you both. Is there a place or a moment that defines your relationship or how you met, a place you fell in love or had your best memory? Incorporate meaning into your wedding and your guests will feel it too. And if you think about it, that rarely means renting out some random banquet hall you\u2019ve researched solely based on seating capacity. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And, don\u2019t forget your own experience as a wedding guest. \u201cAsk yourself about the last wedding you attended: what details did you actually remember? Said Natalie Neilson Edwards, founder of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broomstickwed.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broomstick Wedding Co<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cSpend money there, and find ways to save elsewhere.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You want your guests to have the best possible experience, but remember this is about you. And, getting specific, and focusing inward on celebrating something meaningful is perhaps the best step you can take in zeroing in on a comfortable budget. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Don\u2019t skimp on the Wedding Planner &#8211; Get a Month or Day-Of Planner<\/h3>\n<h4><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average cost of full-service wedding planner: $3000-$7000<\/span><\/i><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s approximately zero doubt that a professional wedding planner can take care of everything for you. These pros do it for a living, and not only know every single minute detail you might want to consider but also have been through enough anxious moments to offer a sense of calm throughout the process. If you can afford it (the average cost of a full-service wedding planner is $3000-7000), it\u2019s almost always worth the money. That said, if you\u2019re truly stretched, and are a perhaps a little OCDish planner by heart, you can save money by doing most of the advance planning yourself. But on your big day, the last thing you want to be thinking about is whether the right linens are on the guest\u2019s tables, or the DJ received the playlist you spent three weeks building.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> As <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/howtodiyweddingflowers.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anastasia Stevenson<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who specializes in DIY weddings says, \u00a0seriously consider leaving the lead up to a pro. \u201cPlanning a wedding is stressful enough,\u201d Stevenson said. \u201cBut adding extra work will add even more stress to your plate.\u201d Month-of planners can save you a few thousand dollars &#8211; and if your wedding is small enough, a more affordable day-of planner may be all you need at an average cost of just $500-1500.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Learning to Love Logistics<\/h3>\n<h4><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average cost of delivery, setup, and pickup: $1,000<\/span><\/i><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re planning a DIY wedding on a budget, there\u2019s a good chance many of the discounts will come from you handling logistics, which means the headaches of delivery, setup and takedown fall on your shoulders. While this is the perfect job for a good friend to take off your plate, if that person isn\u2019t a logistics expert, you may want to encourage them to find an on-demand solution that can best serve your needs, but also leaves you a little room for improvisation. Services like Dolly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/services\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=diywedding\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can handle all your delivery and pickup needs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and Dolly Helpers are also more than happy to lend a helping hand on your wedding day to ease the burden.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Budget-friendly Venue Options:<\/b><\/h2>\n<h4><b>Save Money on Your Wedding Venue: Choose Off-Days, Off-Seasons or Low (no) Cost Locations<\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average cost of wedding venue rentals: $16,000<\/span><\/i><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sure, everyone wants to get married on a summer weekend, when most guests can attend and you don\u2019t have to worry about coordinating around any odd work schedules. But off-season and off-day weddings typically come with lower costs for venue rentals. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theknot.com\/content\/average-wedding-cost-2016\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Knot\u2019s 2016 Real Wedding Study,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the average wedding venue cost in the U.S. was $16,107. That\u2019s a ton of cash merely for space rental that could go toward better uses, like your honeymoon. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Janessa White of New York\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/simplyeloped.com\/new-york-city\/elope-nyc\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply Eloped<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends going back to that initial conversation about places that have special meaning, or that you both just think are really cool. \u201cYou\u2019d be surprised at the kinds of locations we\u2019ve done weddings at before,\u201d White said. \u201cTourist attractions, beautiful parks, AirBNBs, restaurants, sidewalks, alleyways, etc. The common thread between all of these spots is that they were free or very cheap compared to a traditional venue.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Wedding Decor on a Budget: <\/b><\/h2>\n<h4><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average cost of seating tables and decor: $3185<\/span><\/i><\/h4>\n<h3>Opt for Round Tables instead of Imperial<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every seat at your wedding costs money &#8211; so maximizing table space can save you a bundle. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cChoosing one shape over the other could potentially save hundreds if not thousands of dollars,\u201d said Larissa Banting owner of Weddings Costa Rica and creator of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thelazybride.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Lazy Bride blog<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Banting, you typically need 15 tables to seat 100 people, which then require linens, chairs, and decorations. By opting for round tables, which typically seat 10 people, you cut that number down to 10. \u201cRight there, you&#8217;ve just saved 50 percent on all the rentals for tables and linens,\u201d Banting said, not to mention the costs of decorations. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And don\u2019t forget, if you\u2019re sourcing the tables on your own to save money, you\u2019ll likely have to arrange delivery, setup and pickup. Consider having a close friend manage that process for you, and maybe even encourage them to use a professional, on-demand delivery service that offers seamless coordination, drop-off, setup, takedown, and pick up. Tell them to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/get-started\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=diywedding\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download the Dolly app<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, get a quote, and a book a Helper &#8211; so you can move on to thinking about decorations. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>DIY Decor for a Personal Touch <\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decorations, which include everything from lighting to centerpieces, to gifts, can add up quickly when you consider all the real estate you need to cover at your venue. Remember, it\u2019s the small personal touches that reflect your relationship that really matters. Think back to that list of what you\u2019ve remembered from other weddings, and get creative.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re still looking for decorating inspiration on a budget, consider checking out thrift and antique stores, as well as online sales sites like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dolly.com\/blog\/5-craigslist-alternatives-for-selling-your-stuff\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Craigslist and its alternatives<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and wedding sales sites like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ruffledblog.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ruffled<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wedding-recycle.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Wedding Recycle<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &amp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tradesy.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tradesy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cEven though you have to do a bit of research before you buy,\u201d said Stevenson, \u201cYou will find some items that were not only a good deal but unique &amp; your guests will definitely take notice.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Bouquets without the Extra Bucks<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average cost for wedding flowers: $2,100<\/span><\/i><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to save money on wedding flowers, but are intimidated by all the options and prices, don\u2019t stress. While a little education can help you save money, there are also a number of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingrosesdirect.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wholesale sites<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that remove the guesswork and sell wedding flowers direct to DIYers and don\u2019t require bulk minimums<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cGreenery is a huge trend for 2017 and can save you thousands on your floral budget,\u201d said Stevenson. \u201cIt\u2019s also &#8220;foolproof&#8221; for DIY design and much hardier than flowers.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And, hold the phone, can you actually save <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">more<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> money on renting flowers? Yes! \u201cRent everything!\u201d Said Dara Lynn Smith, wedding planner and author of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefirstlookblog.com\/home\/2017\/5\/16\/rent-a-wedding\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First Look blog<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cFrom outfits to jewelry to, yes, even flowers, you can share wedding costs with other budget-friendly brides.\u2019 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the end, it\u2019s important to look at your DIY wedding not merely as a strategy to save money. Ultimately, \u201cIt allows you to completely customize an event that showcases you and your partner\u2019s personalities,\u201d Banting said, and gives you the rare benefit of creating a truly unique event to share with loved ones and guests. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your wedding day is one of the most important, memorable, and emotional days of your life. The planning and days leading up to it? 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