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*✧･ﾟ: Bookstagram Props On a Budget :･ﾟ✧*
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items Because props don't have to be expensive to make for beautiful photos!
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Dried Flowers
Faux Plants
Backdrops
Fantasy Props
Shelf Goodies
Crafty Things
Dried Flowers
Dried flower petals and leaves can be a really fantastic space filler for pictures, and if you keep it all on a centralized backdrop, it's fairly easy to scoop up and use again later :3
Biodegradable Wedding Confetti: Dried Jasmine, Lavender, Rose Petals (Single Packet)
You can absolutely dry your own flowers; by picking them or buying them, and thankfully not all live floral bouquets are wildly expensive, so don't rule them out!
Fun Bunch Mixed Flower Bouquet Small
Faux Plants
Floral vines, even faux ones, can look really beautiful in your Bookstagram photos. And I duel-purpose them; they decorate my shelves until I need them for photos! :D
3 Pack 8 FT Spring Flower Garland Fake Rose Vine, Niyattn Spring Flowers Artificial Flower Hanging Rose Ivy Home Hotel Office Wedding Party Garden Craft Art Decor Pink
Don't underestimate the value of faux plants with draping vines; sometimes you can snip those segments free to make them really great little photo flair
Qocolcyl Artificial Hanging Flowers for Outdoor,Simulated Rose Fake Morning Glory Flower UV Resistant Pink Purple Plastic Flowers Vines for Outdoor Home Wedding Garden Yard Hanging Baskets Decoration - Walmart.com
A good vine drape can do wonders to elevate a picture :3
TekDeals 84FT 12 Strands of Artificial Ivy Leaves Vine Garland Flowers Silk Fake Hanging Ivy Plants for Wedding Party Garden Home Wall Decor
Backdrops
You can use the settings in your house as props, absolutely. But if you want a more designated space, inexpensive backdrops can be a lifesaver!
Photography Background, Gaqring Realistic Wood Grain 3D Photo Backdrop, Seamless Fade-Resistant Vinyl Fabric Cloth for Newborn Product Photography 125x80cm
Backdrops don't have to be neutral; just make sure they're also not too busy!
7x5FT Colorful Wood Background for Photography Spring Easter Backdrop Pastel Rustic Background Birthday Party Decorations Photo Studio Props - Walmart.com
A solid, simple wooden backdrop can be all you need for a cute photo!
5 x 3 ft Rustic Wood Backdrop, Wood Photo Background Brown Wooden Photography Background Decoration, Vintage Backdrops for Photography Birthday Party Baby Shower Party Decor Banner - Walmart.com
Book pages make incredible backdrops for booksta photos. And if you don't happen to have any aging books on hand, you can always buy from someone who does :3
Vintage Book Pages Bundle
Want some variety in the pages you use in the background? I've personally found music sheets to be super cute backdrop props :3
25 Vintage Inspired Scrapbook Paper Sheets, Junk Journal Kit, Journaling Paper, Collage Paper, Paper Ephemera, Background Pattern Paper
Fantasy Props
Crowns and Tiaras are popular props on Booksta . . . but some of them can be REALLY expensive. So I try to find cost-friendly alternatives! :3
Princess Crowns Crystal Tiaras for Girls Women Rhinestone Costume Headpiece for Birthday Wedding Halloween Party (Silver) - Walmart.com
We love variety <3
Vorkoi Tiara and Crown for Women Crystal Queen Crowns Rhinestone Princess Tiaras for Girl Bride Wedding Hair Accessories for Bridal Birthday Party Prom Halloween Cos-play Costume Christmas - Walmart.com
We love purple too ;)
Jiaroswwei Bridal Crown Temperament Shiny Purple Rhinestone Tiaras Crowns Bridal Headband Hairwear Hair Jewelry Ornaments for Party
And of course, we have to have options if you prefer an enclosed piece :3
Rhinestone Wedding for Women - Bridal Headpiece, Princess Birthday Party Accessories, Prom with Sparkling Stones - Walmart.com
All it needs to do is look real ;)
Medieval Dagger prop
More options! :3
RAGUPEL Crown,Elegant Bridal Headband Crowns for Women,Stunning Crystal Design Comfortable Wear Princess Crown,Style2 - Walmart.com
These are a little on the higher end of my budget goals for this list, but I had to include them. Because how cute are they!
MINI Greek Mythology Potions | Color Changing Potion Bottle | God & Goddess Altar Decor
Less potion, more bottle. But how cute are these? And you could very easily make or customize them further :3
Moon Water Bottle, Iridescent Glass Bottles, Witch Bottle, Glass Jar,Potion Bottle, Ritual Tools, Full Moon Water Bottle, Witchcraft, Jar
Shelf Goodies
3D printed signs can be super cute shelf addons! This TBR sign is an instant favorite :3
TBR Library Sign, TBR Book Cart Magnet, To Be Read, Bookshelf Decor, Book Shelf Sign, TBR Cart, Book Lover Gift, Custom Colors
Of course we want mini dragons on the shelves :D
Sleepy Dragon Bookshelf Decor – Fantasy Figurine | Book Nook Companion
Cute trope and genre book signs? Yes please!
Personalized Bookshelf Street Signs: Book Lover Gifts - Primary color: Pink
Crafty Things
If you like crafty touches, these paper flowers are super cute! Keep in mind, if you're really budget concious and have some old books, you could absolutely make these yourself :3
Book Page Flowers | Vintage Paper Book Confetti | Book Page Centerpieces | Decor For Tables | 2” | Book Pages
Again, you could make these, but if you don't have the time, supplies, or patience, here's a cheap option for some cute bookish hearts :3
Book page hearts upcycled book page heart embellishment junk journal set of 20
Misc Props
Keys are always a super cute prop, and the more variety the more you can use them :3
Antique Skeleton Keys! - Awesome for Décor, Craft Projects, Jewelry Projects - Vintage Keys, Real Old Keys from the 1800s
Of course, you can always use what you already have. But if you want more options, inexpensive scarves can be a great way to add texture and color to your pictures :3
Clearance Silk Scarves Scarfs for Women Lightweight Print Floral Pattern Scarf Shawl Fashion Scarves Sunscreen Shawls and Wraps for Spring - Walmart.com