The average cost of a wedding in the United States is between $20,000 and $35,000. For the majority of us, that’s a lot of money to spend on one day! Which is why so many couples are opting to go the DIY route.
No doubt having a DIY wedding can save you thousands in the long run, and many projects are worth time spent to cut costs. For example, in most cases, doing your own stationary and decorations can save you a ton! And these activities aren’t particularly hard. However, not all projects are cost-effective; some can actually cost you a lot more than just hiring a pro.
If your DIY wedding goal is to save money, avoid these expensive projects:
Linens
For some people, the idea of making their tablecloths, runners, and napkins might seem like a good way to cut on costs. What they don’t realize is that the price of nice fabric is quite costly when you don’t buy in bulk, costing around five dollars or more per yard. That adds up pretty quick when you need 100 yards or more. And that doesn’t even include the price of thread. Assuming you’re looking to DIY linens because neither your venue or caterer provide any, it’s a lot cheaper to buy them. Even renting linens can cost anywhere from $20 to $100 per table depending on the material and size. A lot of people manage to buy tablecloths for their wedding in bulk for around $200 total. Once the wedding is over, you can wash and sell them to get a portion of your money back.
Dinnerware

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