How to make a Wedding Centerpiece with a Single Rose and Rose Petals

Looking for an elegant centerpiece on a budget? This one will add romance to the table for a wedding or a special dinner.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• bud vase
• single rose
• baby's breath
• 18 inches of ribbon
• water
• rose petals
• 4 votive candles

1. In a bud vase, place a single rose with leaves and a sprig of baby's breath.

2. Tie the ribbon in a bow around the center of the vase, cutting the ends of the ribbon on a slant.

3. Place vase in center of table and sprinkle rose petals around the base.

4. 
   Votive Candles with Rose Petals

   Place the votive candles around the vase about 6 to 8 inches away. To add more elegance place a few of the rose petals in the votive between the candle and glass.

Tips & Warnings

• Use a the same color rose petals as rose in vase to keep the flow of color.
• Use a complementary colored ribbon or tulle, for best effect.
• Best with white or ivory colored votive candles for contrast with rose petals.
• Place petals in votive side deep enough; do not want petals near flame.

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on 2/8/2009 Thank you for sharing.