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You don’t have to run with the Do-It-Yourself crowd to know there are times when you can save on certain things by making them yourself. If you’re a bridesmaid or maid of honor hosting a wedding shower, you might be in need of money-saving, DIY ideas.

A good place to save is wedding shower favors. Favors are not a must-have, but they do make the occasion more memorable for everyone, including the bride. We like these three DIY favor ideas as much for their craftiness as for the money they save if you make them yourself. They are also good examples of thoughtful keepsakes for a couple embarking on the lifelong journey of creating a home together.

Cork Coasters

These are not coasters made out of wine corks, but rather coasters made from sheets of cork! (You can find cork squares at any craft store or in the office supply aisle of big box stores. The Summer 2012 issue of Do It Yourself magazine suggests using a woodburning pen to make an imprint on coasters you cut out yourself. First draw the image you want, such as a monogram or a simple pattern,then engrave it using the woodburning pen. It works because cork burns quickly.

Card Tents

You can pretty up a packet of just about anything with some card stock, ribbon and a small flower. Just fold the card stock in half with one half a little longer to fold a third flap to create a base to stand on. Staple your packet to the inside, wrap a ribbon around the whole thing and attach a personalized note. Perfect for packets of flower seeds, birdseed, chocolate kisses, beans, sea glass or whatever else you think of that is appropriate for the time, location and sentiment of the shower.

Homemade Gourmet in a Jar

We’re big fans of DIY gifts in a jar, so why not consider the possibility for a wedding shower? Choose something the bride or couple adores, or go seasonal with a jam or holiday favorite. Cookie or muffin mix, or something more eclectic like pickles or salsa are also good options.

For unique, quality wedding shower invitations, look no further than the extensive collection at www.LookLoveSend.com. You’ll find a wide range of styles to suit different tastes, from tradition, floral to modern chic, with multiple color options to choose from. All invitations are printed on premium quality papers with coordinating envelopes, and orders of more than 50 ship free (domestic ground).