There’s one thing you can count on when it comes to weddings…they’re expensive. There are ways to save money: ask friends to take pictures, buy a used dress, schedule the wedding on an off peak day, and consider making your own decorations! From centerpieces, arches, place card holders and more, if you’re crafty, you can be creative and stay on budget. Here are 10 DIY wedding decorations I found at Michaels.com to inspire you!

A scrapbook page is a great way to display your love story on entry tables, at the reception, or by the guestbook. This simple project looks professional and is sure to impress your guests.

Place card holders can add up quickly, especially if you’re having a large wedding. These origami place card holders are a beautiful and unique way to show your personality.

This escort card frame is easy and perfect for a vintage style or rustic wedding.

Wedding arches are an easy DIY project, and this example is fun and whimsical.

These birdcage lanterns are great for outdoor weddings or receptions!

This natural orchid wedding tablescape looks professional and is sure to save you money!

All you need to transform a styrofoam ball into a beautiful wedding decoration: some cute daisy stems, boxwood garland and ribbon.

Rustic weddings are very trendy right now and this DIY rustic wood letter is a great decoration for the reception.

Keeping with the rustic theme these rustic arrow signs are perfect for the rustic wedding and reception.