This post is part of a recurring series here on BSB – we share a wedding budget tip every Tuesday to help you save money on your wedding! You can also see past posts (and a sneak peek at what’s ahead) on this wedding budget tips page for your convenience and future reference.

Wedding Budget Tip #22:

Make simple, edible wedding favors.

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Something that constantly comes up in conversations on items to cut from your wedding budget is wedding favors.

To some, they might seem unnecessary — an extra added expense. There are so many wedding favors that are silly little trinkets with couples’ names and wedding dates…. let’s be honest, most of those little tchotchkes end up in the trash, and are therefore a waste of money.

That’s why I *love* edible wedding favors as an option for affordable favors for your wedding.

Anything from candy to homemade baked goods to freezer jam can make delightful wedding favors that don’t have to cost a ton of money, and give your guests an extra something special as thanks for celebrating your big day with you!

Here are some of our favorite ideas for edible wedding favors:

• Candy Buffet
  Set up a candy buffet at your wedding with cute bags or boxes for your guests to take home! Check out this post with our tips for planning your wedding candy buffet!

• Pie Pops
  These adorable pie pops from The Bride Link are a super sweet way to thank your guests! Or make them EXTRA cute by making these Heart Shaped Pie Pops from The Sweetest Occasion!

• Homemade Peanut Butter Favors
  We love this simple and tasty recipe and idea from Tidewater & Tulle!

• Popcorn Bar
  A twist on the Candy Buffet – try setting up a popcorn bar like this one over on Weddings by Lilly!

• Sea Glass Candy
  Make your own sea glass candy with this handy tutorial from Intimate Weddings!

• Freezer Jam
  Make these adorable freezer jam wedding favors for your wedding or shower. Adorn with a “spread the love” tag for an extra cute detail!

• Stacked Wedding Cookie Cakes
  We love this adorable DIY wedding favor idea from Something Turquoise!

• Trail Mix Bar
  Another cute twist on the candy buffet — a trail mix bar! Check out this one on Fab You Bliss.

• Pie in a Jar
  These adorable pie in a jar favors from Rustic Wedding Chic are just TOO adorable!

• DIY S’Mores Kits
  These s’mores kits are such a cute wedding favor idea! See more on Elizabeth Anne Designs.

• Butter Mints
  A simple and inexpensive DIY treat for your guests from The Bride Link.

• Sandcastle Sugar cubes
  Another tasty and simple DIY favor idea from Tidewater & Tulle — use a candy mold to make custom sugar cubes for your guests!

• Spiced Pecans
  I love spiced nuts and this recipe from Classic Bride is so easy and delicious!

• Conversation Heart Cookies
  These adorable cookies are a sweet spin on a Valentine’s classic – so cute for a wedding! From Polka Dot Bride.

• Tea Wedding Favors
  Share a spot of tea with your guests with these adorable tea wedding favors from Brisbane Wedding Weekly.

• Cake Pops
  We love these darling and delicious cake pops from United with Love as a wedding favor!

• Hot Chocolate Favors
  Get your guests warm and cozy with this Hot Chocolate favor idea from Polka Dot Bride.

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What do you think of these ideas? Any of them strike your fancy?

If you’re thinking about making your own edible wedding favors for your guests to enjoy, just be sure to take the time required and cost into consideration into your planning and give yourself enough leeway to handle any messups and re-do’s. Also keep in mind that you will need to get supplies for packaging your wedding favors as well!

So tell us:

would you consider making your own wedding favors?

Leave a comment below and let us know!

Want more wedding budget tips? Come back next Tuesday for the next post in this series.