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Photo backdrops can make or break a photo.  Maybe you need some added texture or depth to your photo object- a backdrop can do that!  Need some color to help make it pop?  Or a clean, non busy background to keep the eyes on the main event- a DIY?  These are 5 of my favorite backdrops to use- all but 1 are very inexpensive- less than $13! And, I even included a little DIY for you on how to make one!

Marble-  ($9) An easy DIY hack! Marble is very heavy (and expensive), so instead of buying a slab for photos- I have a foam board (99 cent store) covered in marble contact paper– a cheap, lightweight solution.  (also, you will have marble contact paper leftover to use in DIY projects 😉

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These are not necessarily budget friendly, but I did get one at Home Goods for $10 so it is possible to find deals!  And the Cost Plus I have linked has a copper handle and is only $15! (I want that one!) 

While this is technically a photo prop, I consider marble boards the main background for most of my cocktail shoots.

Examples: Blog: Tequila Citrus Cocktail & Spiked Cinnamon Roll Apple Cider & White Spa Inspired Sangria  
Instagram: Home Goods Steal One  &  Cauliflower Soup Prep  & Turkey Brining Prep

Examples: Blog: DIY Conversation Heart Treat Bags & DIY Glitter Pills   Instagram:  Cranberry & Orange Prep & Flower Petals

My go to is my whitish cream tablecloth.  I keep it wrinkly, it adds some texture.  And I hate ironing with a passion. Win-win.

Examples- Blog: Rose Diary Styling for Urban Outfitters & DIY Boho Tambourines  Instagram: Picking Styling Props  &  Setting The Table

Another thrifted favorite- Polka Dot Twin Sheet
Examples- Blog: Happy Birthday in a Box & DIY Party in a Box & DIY Skull Cake Plate

I have more backdrops but this is a beast of a post- so take it in, buy some marble contact paper and make a backdrop and a part two will be coming 😉