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Want a favor guests will talk about for years to come? Hit up the dollar store for some pacifiers, then use candy eyes to make "babies" out of store-bought doughnuts.
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Nothing's worse than spending money on favors only to watch guests leave them behind. But these tiny chalkboards made from affordable scrap wood and a can of chalkboard paint are so fun that everyone will want to make sure to get one.
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Throwing a jungle-themed shower doesn't require a lion-sized favor. Guests will love the throwback feel of animal crackers, either in their traditional zoo box or tied with some animal print ribbon.
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These baby diaper "bags" are super affordable -- just a package of napkins and safety pins. Once they're assembled, fill them with homemade cookies, trail mix, or any candy for guests to take and enjoy.
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Candy makes a great favor because it's affordable and everyone enjoys it. Baby bottles purchased from the dollar store, colorful ribbon, and candy matched to the baby shower colors make this an easy favor to customize to any shower.
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Planning a spring baby shower? Pick up some bulk seed packets and print out a sweet note asking guests to plant them. This way they can watch the plants grow as the baby grows.
Seed packets favors ($28 for 35, FavorUniverse/Etsy)
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Cost-effective without looking cheap, a punny note attached to a bag of chocolate chip cookies is a great favor for a nautical-themed baby shower.
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Looking for the perfect budget-friendly favor for a butterfly baby shower? Lip balms purchased in bulk transform into pretty butterflies when tied with some pretty cardstock or construction paper.
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A simple tea bag becomes a thoughtful baby shower favor when paired with a note saying "A baby is brewing."
A Baby Is Brewing favors ($18 for 8, Kraft and Poppy/Etsy)
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When it comes to baby shower favors, it doesn't get more classic (or more affordable) than rice treat pops. Coated in colors themed to match the shower, or cut in shapes and left plain, these marshmallow sweets are always a crowd-pleaser.
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Looking for a favor that seems fancy but doesn't cost a ton? Washi tape tea candle favors will impress guests without stressing the shower bank account.
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Mini nail polishes tied with a note expressing "mani thanks" to guests for coming are sure to be appreciated.
Mani thanks gift tags ($16 for 20, Pondersoa Party Favors/Etsy)
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Ziptop bags, clothespins, craft supplies, and small candy combine to create candy butterflies favors that are both easy and affordable to make.
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Give guests this affordable "flower" that won't wilt to take into their shower. Cover a dollar store toothbrush (in the package) with ribbon and secure to a loofa to make a stem. Cute and useful!
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These Nutter Butter babies are almost too cute to eat, but guests will still try! Just get some cookies, melt some chocolate, and start dipping.
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This super simple favor matches perfectly with a pea-in-the-pod-themed shower. Truffles and tissue paper make a sweet thank-you for guests to take with them.
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This is a great favor to pull together at the last minute. Stick Tootsie Pops into a foam base with a sign reading "She's going to pop!" Guests will get the joke, and get a treat to take home too.
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Looking to rock a woodland-themed baby shower? Gather the girls to make these adorable but affordable owl favors. Secure a rolled dollar-store washcloth with an elastic, then tie with a pretty ribbon. Add some craft eyes and a paper beak to make the tiny critter.
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Cookies, chocolate melts, candy sticks, and ribbon are all it takes to make adorable Oreo rattle pops for guests to take and enjoy.
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When it comes to shower favors, it doesn't get more economical than chocolate-dipped pretzel rods. For a woodland- or rustic-themed shower, these chocolate "birch logs" are the perfect favor for guests to bring home.
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Cigars may be a delivery tradition, but they're expensive and smoking's not for everyone. These candy Rolo cigars are easy to make and fun to enjoy as an alternative.
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Give guests a can of soda pop to take home with a cute note attached so they can cheer to the happy news that the baby has arrived.
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Small bottles of hand sanitizer are a useful favor for guests, and one that reminds them the importance of washing up before coming to meet the new baby.
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A great favor for a gender reveal, classic Hershey bars with colored-in "He" and "She" remind everyone that the baby's sex is still unknown.
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Everyone loves s'mores, and those planning the shower will love the price tag on graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate. Tie it up with a note explaining that the family is gaining some "s'more love" for baby shower favor success.
S'more love favor kits ($13 for 20, Merry Me Designs/Etsy)
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Tulle, ribbons, and dollar-store nail polish become adorable ballerina favors for guests to enjoy at the end of a princess-themed baby shower.
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These flower lollipops are genius for those looking to pull off a beautiful shower on a budget. Place them in small buckets and they can pull double duty as table centerpieces.
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These tiny DIY Tic Tac holders are a cute and easy way to thank guests for being a part of a special day.
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Bagged popcorn with a "Ready to pop!" note or sticker makes an easy-to-put-together favor for a mom-to-be who's close to her due date. Buy an economy-sized bag of pop corn to save even more.
Ready to pop stickers ($10 for 20, Artesenias/Etsy)
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Buy a bunch of tiny gourds and give them to guests as a keepsake of a "Little Pumpkin" baby shower. Paint them in colors to match the theme, or leave out paints for guests to decorate them on their own as they chat.
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Treat guest to a relaxing face mist they can take home with them, made with just a couple of simple ingredients like witch hazel and rose water.
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Instead of pricey essential oils, this homemade sugar scrub uses baby oil and baby soap, making it smell great while still being affordable for big showers.
