Wedding Ring Pillow Ideas
Wedding couples have long followed the tradition of having a ring bearer. According to the National Association of Wedding Ministers, 56 percent of weddings have a ring bearer. Traditionally, the ring bearer carries a small pillow down the aisle with the wedding rings attached. Today wedding ring pillows are designed in a wide variety of ways. In stores and online, pillows can be costly, depending on the level of detail and creativity involved. With the abundance of materials found in craft stores, making your own pillow is a perfectly acceptable and inexpensive option.
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Traditional
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A traditional wedding ring pillow The traditional wedding ring pillow is usually either a square or heart-shaped pillow. The color is typically ivory or white, with matching lace sewn around it. Many brides choose to have the color of the pillow match the color of the wedding dress. The rings are tied with a ribbon that is attached in the center of the pillow. Accents of lace, ribbon, pearls and tassels are often seen. Pillows purchased in stores are normally designed in a traditional style.
Modern
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Some modern wedding ring pillows are adorned with large flowers like this peony. A newer and more modern pillow can be designed in colors to match the wedding party colors, or in a fabric displaying a favorite pattern. Toile, damask and cherry tree blossoms are popular patterns. Attaching a large artificial flower or decorating the pillow with wedding party flowers are other options many brides are choosing. Eclectic patterns, colors, ribbons, lace, flowers and beads are all ways to decorate a more modern wedding ring pillow.
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Alternative Approaches
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Artificial birds nests are popular alternatives to wedding ring pillows. Today, many wedding traditions are altered in favor of more creative, unique approaches. Some businesses have designed alternative approaches to the wedding ring pillow. For a more rustic style, a stack of petite wood slices tied with a ribbon is one way to display the rings. If a beach wedding is planned, you might adorn a pillow with sea shells and starfish. Using an artificial bird's nest is a quite popular alternative in weddings today. A small box adorned with flowers in the colors of the wedding makes for a remarkable display. An elegant and romantic style alternative is to use a small ceramic plate or bowl engraved with a saying or phrase.
Kid-Friendly
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A kid-friendly alternative is to use a stuffed animal that the ring bearer can keep afterwards. Inasmuch as most ring bearers are children, a kid-friendly alternative to the wedding ring pillow is a sports ball, depending on what the child's favorite sport is. Stuffed animals make another creative option. Use one of the child's favorite animals or find one that ties into your wedding theme. Afterwards, the child can keep the ball or animal. The important aspect is finding a creative way to hold your ring bearer's attention while he totes your precious cargo down the aisle.
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