DIY: Wedding favors

Published 10:43 pm Thursday, January 2, 2020

Handcrafted wedding favors

Angela Moller

Reception decor is the perfect way to incorporate a bit of the happy couple’s personalities. Wedding favors are a sweet token of appreciation for the guests who add meaning to the big day, and handcrafted gifts speak volumes! Source local ingredients and accessorize with pages, embellishments and fabrics to coordinate with your wedding decor. Round up the bridesmaids for a fun day of creating favors and making memories!

What you will need:

Glass jars (can be found in bulk on Amazon)

Your favorite recipe and corresponding ingredients

Paper crafting materials such as cardstock, embellishments and punches

Burlap, twine, fabric, yarn or ribbon

Scissors

Hot glue gun

: Dried herb jar: Local gardeners or farmers market vendors will be glad to help you fill these unique jars with dried herbs, or hit up the bulk bins at Wintergreen Natural Foods. Choose a favorite spice or a variety and adorn with a pretty tag.

: Honey jar: What’s sweeter than honey? Source local honey from an area beekeeper or purchase in bulk at Wintergreen Natural Foods. A tiny jar topped with fabric or burlap and tied with a ribbon makes an extra sweet gift.

: Hot cocoa mix jar: Choose a recipe that fits your jar size, and fill each jar with one serving of cocoa mix topped with mini marshmallows. Add a “Love is sweet” tag with mixing instructions for a thoughtful and memorable gift.

: Jam jar: Try your hand at making your own jam or purchase from a local maker. Choose your favorite flavor or offer a variety. Guests can trade amongst themselves to take home their favorite!

: Popcorn jar: Guests can take home this jar of your favorite popcorn or enjoy it as a late-night snack during the wedding dance. Purchase popcorn, kettle corn or caramel corn or pop your own. A cute tag is the finishing touch to this light-hearted favor.

: Sugar scrub jar: A small jar of sweet-smelling scrub makes a thoughtful gift. Online recipes include simple ingredients such as white sugar and olive or coconut oil. A few drops of peppermint or lavender essential oils are a nice touch.

Angela Moller is a local designer who owns and operates The Homestead Boutique with her husband, Matt. These lovebirds have been married for 19 years and they adore working together to create special gifts and decor, especially for weddings. You can find Matt and Angela’s work at The Homestead Boutique at 415 E. William St. in Albert Lea and online at www.homesteaddesignmn.com.