19 Thrifted Wedding Decor Ideas
Planning your wedding on a budget? These 19 thrifted wedding decor ideas will help you create a beautiful celebration without breaking the bank. Second-hand treasures can add charm and personality to your special day while saving money.
Vintage Suitcases for Card Collection
Find an old suitcase at a thrift store and clean it up for collecting cards at your wedding.
Open it halfway and prop it on a table near your entrance.
Add a small sign that says “Cards” and some flowers to match your theme.
Guests will love dropping their cards into this charming container.
Mason Jar Centerpieces
Thrift stores often have mason jars for cheap prices.
Clean them thoroughly and remove labels.
Fill with flowers, floating candles, or fairy lights for stunning centerpieces.
Wrap twine, lace, or ribbons around the jars to match your wedding colors.
Simple and pretty for any table setting.
Vintage Books as Risers
Stack old books from thrift stores to create height on your tables.
Look for books with covers that match your color scheme, or wrap them in craft paper and add your own labels.
Use these stacks to elevate centerpieces, candles, or photos.
They add literary charm to any wedding setup.
Antique Picture Frames
Thrift stores are full of picture frames that you can repurpose.
Paint them to match your color scheme.
Use them for signage, table numbers, or to display photos of you and your partner.
You can even create a frame collage as a backdrop for photos during your reception.
Teacups for Candle Holders
Find pretty teacups at thrift stores and turn them into unique candle holders.
Buy candle wax and wicks online, then pour melted wax into clean cups.
Or simply place tea lights inside.
These make sweet favors that guests can take home after your reception ends.
Old Doors as Backdrops
Rescue an old door from a thrift store or salvage yard.
Clean it up but keep the distressed look.
Stand it upright as a ceremony backdrop, photo booth background, or behind your cake table.
Decorate with flowers, lights, or fabric that matches your theme.
Vintage Ladder Display
Find an old wooden ladder and sand it down.
Paint it to match your wedding colors or leave it natural for a rustic look.
Lean it against a wall and use the rungs to display photos, flowers in small vases, or string lights.
Perfect for an entrance display.
Mismatched Glass Bottles
Collect glass bottles from thrift stores—old soda bottles, milk bottles, and colored glass work great.
Clean them thoroughly and remove labels.
Place single stems or small bunches of flowers in each bottle.
Group different heights together for eye-catching centerpieces that cost almost nothing.
Vintage Suitcase Table
Find a sturdy vintage suitcase and attach legs (which you can buy online) to create a unique table.
Use it for your guest book, gift display, or dessert station.
The inside lid can be lined with fabric or photos for extra decoration.
A truly one-of-a-kind wedding accent.
Cake Stand from Plates and Glasses
Create your own tiered cake stands by gluing thrifted plates to upside-down glasses or candlesticks.
Look for pretty patterns that complement your theme.
Use these to display cupcakes, cookies, or other small desserts at your reception.
Guests will be impressed by your creativity.
Mirror Seating Chart
Find a large vintage mirror at a thrift store and clean it well.
Use a chalk marker or window marker to write your seating chart directly on the glass.
The reflective quality adds elegance, and you can enhance the frame with flowers or ribbons to match your wedding style.
Lace Tablecloths
Thrift stores often have beautiful lace tablecloths at low prices.
They might not match exactly, but that adds to their charm.
Clean them thoroughly before use.
Layer them over solid-colored cloths or use them alone for a romantic, vintage feel at your reception tables.
Repurposed Window Frames
Old window frames make great wedding decor.
Clean them up and use them as unique signs by writing on the glass with markers.
Or remove the glass and hang photos inside the empty panes.
They work well for displaying menus, programs, or even as your seating chart.
Teapots as Flower Vases
Vintage teapots make charming flower vases for your wedding tables.
Look for ones with interesting patterns or shapes.
Fill them with flowers that match your color scheme.
The spout and handle add whimsical character that regular vases don’t have.
Perfect for garden or tea-themed weddings.
Vintage Handkerchiefs
Collect old handkerchiefs from thrift stores and clean them thoroughly.
Place them in a pretty basket with a sign that says “For happy tears” near your ceremony entrance.
They make thoughtful touches for emotional guests and wonderful keepsakes.
Plus, they’re better for the environment than tissues.
Record Albums as Decorations
For music lovers, old vinyl records from thrift stores make fun decorations.
Use them as table numbers by attaching numbers to the center.
Create centerpieces by carefully bending records into bowl shapes (after heating).
Or hang album covers that have meaning to you both.
Thrifted Cake Knife Set
Skip expensive new cake cutting sets and find vintage ones at thrift stores.
Look for silver-plated sets with decorative handles.
Clean and polish them before your big day.
They often have more character than modern versions and cost much less.
A special touch for cake cutting photos.
Antique Chandelier
Check thrift stores and online marketplaces for old chandeliers.
Clean them up and repaint if needed.
Hang from trees for outdoor weddings or above your head table.
You can even remove the electrical parts and use them as beautiful candle holders with some creative adjusting.
Thrifted Baskets
Thrift stores always have baskets that can serve many purposes at weddings.
Use them for programs, favors, or bathroom amenities.
Line with fabric that matches your colors.
Large baskets work great for collecting cards or holding flowers.
Small ones make cute flower girl baskets.
