Finding just the right decorations, accessories, and favors for your wedding can be daunting, and there is certainly no shortage of options for where to buy such things. Before going through a traditional retailer, make sure to see what Etsy has to offer. Pricing is often similar to what major retailers offer, but often the quality is better, and the items offered are more unique, as demonstrated in this list of 8 special wedding decor ideas.
Custom cake topper
This is one of many custom cake toppers offered by the 100original Etsy shop. Customize yours any way you want it. This cake topper retails for $110, but prices vary depending on the item selected. Email the owner for a quote for your unique item.
Jam wedding favors
These adorable and enticing jars of homemade jam make for wedding favors you know your guests will use and enjoy. Choose from strawberry, peach, jumbleberry, blackberry, and raspberry. 150 of these retail for $562.50, plus $75.00 for shipping, which is pricier than many wedding favors but will make for a very nice treat for your guests. Available from the LAFarmGirl Etsy shop.
Rock Candy Centerpiece or Candy Bar Decor
These rock candy decorations will make for an awesome addition to a spring or summer wedding. Retailing at $78.99, perhaps the best use for them is as part of a candy buffet. “Planted” in a dish filled to the brim with jelly beans, these pieces bring a lot of color and cheer to any wedding table. Available from the Hollywood Candy Girls Etsy Shop.
Plantable Wedding Favors
These seed cup wedding favors are sure to be a crowd-pleaser and keep you in the thoughts and prayers of your guests long after your wedding day is over. Their retail price of $2.50 includes customization of name, date, and wording. Add your favorite poem, song, or verse. Available from the RamblinRiver Etsy Shop.
Vineyard Wedding Cake Server
This gorgeous cake serving set can be personalized to commemorate your day. Although pricey at $140.00, you can use it for many years to come and pass it down to your children. Available for purchase at Brad Goodell Etsy Shop.
Sunflower Wine Topper Centerpieces
These beautiful sunflower centerpieces make a beautiful addition to any table and also double as stoppers for your opened wine bottles. At $14.95 each, they make for great centerpieces and can be kept for later use or given away to your guests. Available for purchase from Amore Bride.
Vintage Wire and Wood Birdcage Card Holder
This gorgeous wooden birdcage wedding card holder is sure to add a touch of class to your gift table. This is versatile enough for any wedding theme but especially appropriate for a beach-themed wedding. At $70.00, it will dress up your gift table and help immediately set the mood for the evening. Available from Little Red Polka Dots Etsy Shop.
Wedding Guest Book Puzzle
This fun and unique wedding guest book alternative features a stackable puzzle with wooden blocks. Guests can inscribe their well-wishes on the blocks, and the couple will read them each time they play with the game. At $50.00, the puzzle is priced comparably to a nice guest book but is a lot more fun! Available for purchase from Jumbled Brains Etsy Shop.