You can’t believe it, but your little girl will turn 15 soon! You’re in the process of planning a magnificent quinceañera for her. You already have some elements figured out, like the poofy dress, the venue, and the music, but now you need decorations for the venue.
Now, quinceañeras can be expensive, and while the cost is worth it to make your daughter feel like a princess, many parents look for ways to save money here and there. One way you can cut costs without impacting the look or feel of the quinceañera is by DIYing the decor! You can create glamorous centerpieces, photo backdrops, and even table settings that will wow your guests with a few inexpensive supplies at home.
Mini Dress Centerpieces
The dress is one of the centerpieces of any quinceañera. Many young ladies will want to coordinate the decor with their dress by using similar color schemes and fabrics. If you want to highlight the splendor of the dress even more, while also honoring your daughter, why not create models of her wearing it using plastic dolls and matching fabric scraps?
You can pick up dolls like Barbies from most dollar or general stores. Wrap them in fabric that matches her gown, add a little tulle for the skirt volume, and glue on some rhinestones for the bodice. It’s adorable, personal, and way cheaper than fresh floral arrangements on every table.
Glitter Table Numbers
Help your guests find their seats with glittery table numbers that double as decor! All you need are wooden or foam numbers, glitter, and craft paint.
Start by painting the numbers in a color that matches the party’s theme. Once dry, coat them with glue and sprinkle on plenty of glitter. Shake off the excess and let them dry completely. You can then attach them to a base or stand to display them on your tables. These sparkling table numbers will add a touch of glam to every table while staying budget-friendly!
Memory Lane Photo Board
She’s growing up so fast! Print out photos from every year of your daughter’s life, from baby steps to braces. Pin them onto a velvet-covered foam board or hang them with mini clothespins on a string of fairy lights. The quinceañera celebrates your daughter’s 15th birthday and her journey into young womanhood, but also honors all the years that led to this moment. Guests will love reminiscing about her growth and milestones along the way.
Custom Photo Backdrop
Every modern quinceañera needs a dedicated photo spot. You can create a glamorous backdrop with a simple PVC pipe frame and some fabric. Just build a rectangular frame to your desired size and drape it with fabric like satin or chiffon in the party’s color scheme. Add fairy lights, paper flowers, or even a personalized neon sign with her name to complete the look.
Once you’ve made your gorgeous backdrop, all that’s left is to decide where to place it in your venue so your daughter and her guests can snap Instagram-worthy photos all night long.
Start Crafting!
Sit down with your daughter one day and make these DIY quinceañera decorations that will amaze guests when you tell them, “We made them ourselves”! While the DIY route does save money, it’s also a chance for you to spend quality time with your teenager, and it gives her a greater level of control over her own party and can make the event feel more special than it already is.
