If you don’t want to take risks with your choice of a wedding centerpiece, you can always choose to go with flowers. But for those that want to be a bit more creative, there are more than a few alternatives that are available to them.
Candle wedding centerpieces add a touch of romance to the proceedings. There are many variations of candle wedding centerpieces. Ready made floating candle kits, of various quality and costs, can be purchased across the Internet and from wedding catalogues Typically a floating candle centerpiece is so named because the candle “floats” on a base of glass stones and/or water creating a real “wow” factor.
Many fall wedding centerpieces can be created from uncommon and unique objects as diverse as seashells, candles and even stones. For instance, a seashell centerpiece would work great or a beach theme. On the other hand, if your wedding is taking place in a Japanese garden, for example, a wedding centerpiece made of stones could be perfect. Let the theme of your wedding determine your choice of the type of wedding centerpiece to use.
A tropical fruit wedding table centerpiece is another unique idea. As your primary fruits, you can choose coconuts, pineapples, or whatever strikes your fancy. The right fruits can impart the proceedings with a nice exotic feel. Another advantage of fruit is that it’s relatively inexpensive when compared with some of your other choices.
Do you like sweets? If so, a candy centerpiece certainly might be one of the more unusual decorations. Another nice thing about this type of centerpiece is that you don’t have to worry about what to do with it once the wedding is over. The guests will take care of any leftovers.
Live fish swimming in a bowl as a wedding centerpiece certainly provides a great visual impact. The idea is to stock the bowl with a few species of colorful fish. At the bottom of each bowl would be glass marbles or beads. This will certainly keep the children occupied at the kids table. It’s worth noting, however, that some people object at the idea of using live fish for an event such as this. There’s also the question of what to do with the fish once the wedding ceremony is over.
For a really romantic wedding centerpiece, think about using a heart shaped candle-holder. You place one or two on each table and when the lights are dimmed, they create a dramatic display. These are also great keepsakes to give to the guests once the wedding is over. And, for the do-it-yourselfers, these also are a very simple craft project that you can make at home by yourself. You can also add an aromatic element by using scented candles.
If you’re without fear and have at least a bit of decorative taste, you may be adventurous enough to try your hand at creating your own wedding centerpieces. Not only is it a fantastic means of saving money, but it also allows you participate in the planning of your wedding in a more proactive manner. Even if you don’t know where to begin, you can find plenty of detailed wedding centerpiece plans on the internet that’ll let you create some very striking and beautiful arrangements. The downside, of course, is that it can be a hassle trying to put all the pieces together by yourself.