When the economy is tight everybody feels the squeeze. And when people are feeling like their budgets are tight the popularity of the DIY project becomes even more extreme. When it comes to weddings…the most accessible DIY projects are for wedding receptions. What you have to be careful of is that the project turns out fabulous; it’s not worth it if it doesn’t!

This list of quick and easy DIY ideas can make a difference to the look and the cost of wedding receptions:

1. Classy centerpieces can be had without a high price tag or intensive experience. There are many options that work, but we’re going to feature one that can be completed by almost any bride, mother of the bride or bridesmaid without any previous experience or crafty genius!

The centerpiece starts with a simple bowl and a Styrofoam ball. Place the ball in the bowl. Insert nice, silk flowers of your choice throughout the Styrofoam ball. Insert small pieces of greenery throughout the arrangement randomly to finish it off. A different option that works out nicely is accomplished by collecting glass vases (varying sizes) and filling them with candy (different types that suit the colors of the wedding receptions). Or for a more personal touch you can aim for something unique to the bride and groom at hand. For instance if the bride and groom are antique collectors you could use antique vases for centerpieces (with fresh flowers).