Affordable Wedding Reception Table Decorations

Deciding how to decorate tables at your wedding reception can be a daunting task. Framed place card holders, heart shaped confetti to disposable cameras, there are a multitude of wedding novelties available for purchase to add that little something extra to your tables. Beautiful wedding reception table decoration doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here are some tips on how to compliment the big day without making a big dent in your budget:

Wedding Reception Table Linens

Most catering halls and restaurants provide standard white table linen for complimentary use at the wedding reception. Receptions requiring use of rented tables and chairs will also find that white linen is a classic look that blends with every hue of the wedding and comes with the most affordable price tag. Depending on the size and quantity of tables, colored linen can quickly become another unexpected expense.

However, if your budget permits, colored fabrics can be provided by the caterer or rented from one of their preferred vendors. When choosing colored wedding table linen, make sure that the hues don’t drastically clash. The objective should be to compliment not find an exact match. Silver or gold sheer and white lace overlays are a few other classy wedding decorating options.

Candle Wedding Table Decoration

Candles are a natural romantic aesthetic; this is a perfect wedding decorating technique that creates an ambiance of love. Couples sometimes opt to incorporate candles into their ceremony, by lighting a unity candle.

Many choose to give a candle as a wedding favor. Using candles throughout the reception is a beautiful simple inexpensive element of wedding decor that goes a long way. Tealight votives can be placed throughout the cocktail hour.

Single tapered candles or larger candelabras may be used as wedding reception table decoration. Floating candles offer a beautiful alternative to expensive floral centerpieces; and the best part- they’re reusable!

Floating candles are available in a large variety of shapes (ie. hearts, stars, flowers, etc) and colors. Like table linen, candle colors should compliment the overall wedding theme. Seasonal weddings should look to the hues of their wedding month for inspiration.

Balloon Wedding Decorations

Balloons are often associated with childhood parties. However, balloon decorations are a welcomed addition to weddings, too. In addition to creating a decorative arch, balloons can make tasteful table decorations. Balloon topiaries offer the variety of color and shape as flowers, without the cost. With some practice, this is a project you can even do yourself.

Floral Reception Table Centerpieces

Flowers make a big splash as wedding centerpieces. A floral arrangement adds natural color and scent that softens the table’s mood. However, the cost of multiple centerpieces can drain a budget.

Choosing one less expensive flower for all the bouquets may help ease the centerpiece budget. Buying bulk flowers and creating the floral arrangements yourself, will also save some money. However, there are number of affordable flower alternatives (Also see Floral Wedding Designs on a Dime for more ideas)