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Wine bottles can make the perfect decoration for any wedding reception. Find out how to decorate a wedding reception with wine bottles with help from a floral design industry professional in this free video clip.
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If there's a color that connotes power, love, excitement and imagination — a color that can literally stop you in your tracks — that color is red. The color red can be either feminine or masculine, and it works in rooms of any size or purpose. Studies have shown, however, that the presence of red also can increase the heart rate and raise the blood pressure. Because red triggers such strong responses — both positive and negative — you must be careful when using it in the home. With a little restraint and a good editing eye, however, being daring…
Enhancing a room with a red and zebra-patterned decor scheme will give the space an exotic look. Red will complement the black-and-white zebra pattern, as well as give the room a pop of vibrant color. If you have an all-red bedroom or living room, incorporate zebra print touches into the design for an instant update. A room that is all black and white may look bland, so use red decor pieces and textiles to spice it up.
The wedding cake is one of the highlights of the event, and for it to be a subject of conversation for the right reasons, it has to be skillfully decorated. Using a plastic cloth is a nifty and economic alternative to sugar or marzipan cake decorations. Plastic cloth decorations also have a number of benefits when compared to paper or sugar decorations, as they are easy to remove and they won't melt or change shape when in contact with moisture, elevated temperature or the icing.
Lighting fixtures are often overlooked when planning a wedding, but if your wedding hall has fluorescent light panels, you can extend your decorating plans to the ceiling. The wedding hall is unlikely to allow you to change the look of their own light panels, but you can purchase your own and switch them out during your wedding and reception. You can find the light panels at a home improvement store.
Decorating for the party following your baby's christening adds one more concern to a busy happy occasion. A quick, easy and inexpensive way to make lavish-looking decorations is with tulle. Available in white and a multiplicity of colors, this versatile fabric comes in pre-cut circles, ribbons ranging from very wide to very narrow and yardage in standard sewing and expansive widths. Tulle lets you decorate your space splendidly, leaving energy to enjoy your joyful day.
Tulle fabric -- filmy and light, available in a variety of hues -- can add instant softness and sheer color when you use it to decorate. Tulle fabric is also inexpensive, making it an affordable material to use. Whether you are decorating a little girl’s room or a big girl’s wedding, don’t forget to add tulle. When you decorate with tulle and rhinestones, the fabric shimmers and light dances wherever you hang it.
Many engaged couples decide to hold their wedding ceremonies in religious spaces for reasons of faith and spirituality. Decorating the altar can make this special day even more everlasting by creating new memories. An essential part of many ceremonies is the lighting of the unity candle on the altar. Add to a beautiful wedding by adorning the candle with tissue paper pom-poms. These paper decorations can look elegant and classy when executed correctly. Check your household cabinets for a few crafty items and supplies to create your own spectacular wedding paper decorations.
Make any chair in your home more visually appealing by decorating it with nailheads. From plain brushed nickel to decorative brass, nailheads come in a variety of finishes and styles, so you're bound to find something that suits your style. Use nailheads to add a simple rustic embellishment or create an extravagantly detailed design.
The arch is the focal point of the backdrop during your wedding that should reflect the style of the couple and the theme. A small amount of decorations can highlight and soften the arch, which will frame the wedding party throughout the ceremony and in photographs. Draped fabric and flowers that begin at the arch peak and cascade down the sides enhance a simple frame and incorporate aspects of the wedding theme and colors.
A solid table with the proper type of surface is necessary to weld safely. Higher quality welding tables can range in price from $2,199 up to as much as $12,000, according to the Welding Tips and Tricks website. You do not need to invest that much to get a quality welding surface, but if you do intend on investing in an expensive welding table, then you want to be sure you are getting a good value.
Outdoor weddings feel intimate and natural, celebrating the beauty of the world, as well as the couple getting married. If you are planning a wedding at your home, you have to decorate any space that is public during the event. A porch provides a framework for decorations and can even be used for wedding pictures. Your front porch is often the first thing guests see and must make a positive impression.
An alcove is a recess in a piece of architecture. Your office may have an alcove that doesn’t serve a useful purpose, and yet you want to make use of the space in the most economical way possible. While you might not be able to cram a cubical into the hall alcove, you can decorate the space and even make it functional. Many decorations are small enough to fit almost anywhere, and the alcove can easily serve as a storage space.
The altar is one of the focal points of your wedding. When you’re marrying in a space that doesn’t already have an altar, you have nearly free rein to personalize your space, but it’s wise to visit the space in advance and talk to the managers to ensure you have permission to create your own altar. Once you spend time and money on your altar, it doesn’t need to go to waste: if your altar is portable, move it to your reception site so guests can pose in front of it.
Weddings, wedding receptions and any other outdoor event can present excellent opportunities for decorating. Flowers, candles, ribbons and tulle are common decorating materials, with tulle being the fine netting fabric, much like the veil of a bride. Tulle is easy to work with and can be draped, tied, hung or wrapped around almost anything. When you have an arbor to decorate, such as one with living grapevine, you can get extravagant or keep it simple.
Throwing a wedding shower for an engaged couple requires a lot of planning, but if the couple loves the outdoors, you can incorporate natural elements that will make your job easier. You can use decorations that Mother Nature has already provided for you; consider the season and coordinate your party's theme to match. Outdoor enthusiasts also will appreciate efforts to be environmentally friendly at their shower, so aim for decorations that are recyclable, reusable or compostable.
Decorating for an outdoor wedding can be a challenge. There are no defined, specific areas to decorate, and traditional decorations can be dwarfed by their surroundings outdoors. One advantage, though, is that you can work with the beauty of the natural environment. To decorate outdoors for your wedding, it helps to have an overall theme or color scheme that ties the parts together. While it may seem like an overwhelming task, by focusing on a few key areas, you can pull together wedding decorations that put everyone in a romantic mood.
Chocolate brown and just about any color pink combine to create a warm, rich color contrast. It's sophistication meets soft and sweet, and the combination creates a classy yet cozy room no matter how you combine them. Add an accent color with the right shade of furniture to complete your palette.
Decorating above an arched fireplace can emphasize an already dramatic area of your room. What you choose to go above your fireplace will depend largely upon your décor and the architectural features of your home, but there are a few common items used to accentuate arched fireplaces. When decorating above a fireplace, avoid cluttering the area with too many different objects.
Red berries add a much-needed pop of color to your home's decor. You can use artificial, or real, preserved berries in a variety of ways around your home. Red berries commonly are used as part of a country home decorating theme, or they can be used as festive accents.
Having a wedding reception inside of a shelter may not seem like a glamorous or contemporary venue location, but a shelter can be transformed into a chic and comfortable environment to accentuate the facility's authentic features. Consider the natural materials that the shelter is constructed out of, such as metals, woods or brick, and use these aesthetics to inspire decoration ideas for the wedding reception. Think about the types of decorative textures and colors that work well with the rest of the environment, so that you can create a theme that weaves in and out of the venue.
A wooden alter can add an elegant, dramatic touch to any wedding. It can be used indoors or outdoors, and can be decorated to fit the theme of the wedding. Rented alters can be costly and limited in style and color. But handmade wedding alters can be constructed to fit the size and style specifications of the ceremony, and then painted or stained to fit the mood of the big event.
Linen is an elegant textile that's labor intensive to both create and care for. Due to its chemical makeup, linen is thin but strong, resists stretching and absorbs moisture without feeling damp. The negative side to these properties is that linen wrinkles and creases more easily than other fabrics. When you need to remove creases from linens for a wedding, take care to iron them out properly to prevent permanent damage.
Few settings are more charming than elegant gardens when it comes to planning a wedding. However, it can be difficult to decorate the space without trying to compete with the natural beauty that the garden provides. Consider incorporating a simple aisle decoration that complements the garden without trying to overshadowing it.
Impressive architecture, intricate designs and a sense of the ethereal lend grandeur to church weddings. Blending a Western wedding theme into this church setting may seem quite a challenge because of the wild nature of some Western icons. However, there are several elegant Western theme decorations you can use to adorn the front of your church and give guests a welcome foretaste of your wedding celebration.
Choosing a wedding theme depends on the taste and style of the couple to be married. A couple choosing a nostalgic wedding theme likely love to collect antiques, have an enjoyment of history, or hold an endearment for the Victorian age. Nostalgic themes and decorations stem largely from this period of time with roses, lace, silk and unusual decorations.
A simple arch acts as an ideal focal point for wedding ceremonies. It works equally well at both outdoor locations and nonreligious indoor venues. If you are having a rustic-style wedding, consider making your own ivy-covered wedding arch. This will add some personality to your decor, allowing you to style it just as you choose. Not only do arches give a lovely frame for your ceremony, but they also work well to display the two of you while you have your photos taken.
Decorative arches can be used to add flair to your home, for special occasions such as weddings or parties, and to create a walkway in your yard. A number of items can be used to decorate your arches, including fabric, paint, flowers, ivy and string lights. You can purchase arches and materials at most craft stores without paying a lot of money.
Although linen has been a fabric of choice for centuries, modern fashion dictates that linen is more appropriate for a warm-weather, casual setting. Lightweight and easily wrinkled, it can be difficult to pull together a formal look with linen. It is possible, however, to create a classic outfit around a white linen jacket without looking like you just stepped out of an episode of "Miami Vice."
Sugar cookies decorated to look like wedding cakes make ideal bridal shower desserts or favors. You can also use them as wedding reception favors. To create the whimsical treats, simply transform your favorite sugar cookie dough into wedding cake shapes and decorate them with decadent toppings. The cookies will look so tempting that you can even use them as shower or reception table decor by displaying them on a tiered cake stand.
Pew decorations welcome your wedding guests to their seats, brighten dark church interiors and provide stylish backdrops for photographs. The pastel colors and natural motifs of spring adorn bare pews with warmth and elegance. If you get married during the Easter season, you may be able to use your church's holiday decorations for your ceremony. Traditional Easter symbols such as lilies and doves blend easily into spring decorating schemes.
Creating seating charts for a reception is one of the trickier aspects of planning a wedding, and no table is more fraught with potential conflict than the head table. Traditionally the head table is a long, rectangular table where the bride, groom and guests sit facing the rest of the wedding assemblage. Those important guests for whom there may not be room sit at nearby tables, but deciding who sits at which table and in what order can be challenging. Prioritize your own happiness, followed by the needs of your guest list, and don't worry about adhering to stuffy traditions.
The sacred connection that is honored in weddings and commitment-making brings joy to all in attendance. While planning all the details of the wedding can seem a bit daunting, try to keep things as light as possible. Decorations can be expensive and ornate or simple and cost-effective, especially if you and your friends do some of the work. The wedding arch is commonly topped with flowers, tulle fabric and ribbons. Let your creativity guide you.
For those of the Catholic faith, a wedding is an important and sacred event that must be held in the church itself. Catholic couples who are planning a church wedding will have to bear in mind the sacredness of the worship space and restrictions on what you can decorate. Fortunately, many Catholic churches are already beautifully outfitted with stained glass windows, high arched ceilings and Biblical artwork. Add small touches to blend the church space in with your wedding theme.
While the dress gets the bulk of the attention on the big day, many brides also dedicate a great deal of attention to selecting the perfect jewels to grace their necks as they take their walks down the aisle. By displaying jewelry wares at your fashion show, you can potentially entice brides to spend some cash on wedding-day jewels. Create a perfect canvas upon which to place your jewels by preparing an attractive table for jewelry display.
Many young girls have dreamed of being Scarlett O'Hara and having a romantic wedding reminiscent of the Old South. Now that you are preparing for your own wedding, you can make that dream come true. Although Margaret Mitchell never wrote any details about Scarlett's wedding to Rhett, it is easy to imagine what a wedding at Tara might have looked like. Create your own perfect decorations for your "Gone With the Wind" wedding.
If you are getting married the traditional way, church decorations should form part of your wedding planning. Start with decorating the church door, as it is the entrance that will welcome guests to your wedding ceremony. While you extend your wedding theme decorations to grace the church door, you can also choose from a variety of festive decorations, ranging from simple to dramatic.
Floral arrangements are commonly used table centerpieces at traditional Jewish wedding receptions. Other table arrangements bring out the holiday themes of the closest Jewish holiday to the wedding date. For example, if the wedding is near Hanukkah, the centerpiece can be a hanukiah arranged with eight roses to represent the eight days of Hanukkah.
The wedding aisle is an important part of your wedding day. It's where you'll take your walk before exchanging your vows and saying, "I do." Ribbons can beautify the aisle as friends and family share in the memory for years to come. The fabric is soft, simple and elegant and customizable for an indoor or outdoor wedding. Ribbons also come in a variety of colors you can incorporate into your theme.
Card table chairs are generic, unattractive and usually what wedding venues have available for use. All these chairs need to become a festive part of your special day, though. is a fabric cover and decorations of your choice. Renting or buying covers is an option that many wedding and party supply companies offer, but you can save money and customize your decor by making simple slipcovers yourself out of inexpensive fabrics such as muslin or tulle. Adding ribbon in a neutral color or one that matches your wedding scheme enhances the aesthetic of the chair cover.
Weddings often are planned around a certain theme, which helps you decide what type of decorations you want to have at the church and the reception venue. If you're a part of the anti-war movement, or simply fan of the hippie movement from the 1970s, consider using a peace-and-love theme for your wedding. This will portray your love for your soon-to-be spouse and for all of mankind.
No wedding is complete without some flowers accenting the tables at the reception. There is no need to decorate the reception using bouquets upon bouquets that are sprawled across the tables. A simple homemade bud vase with a single flower and some greenery will suffice. If desired, these small bud vases can be placed in grouping of three in the center of tables along with some glass votive holders and candles.
Decorative studs, often made from metal, stone or plastic, provide accents to anything from clothing to furniture. Whether you’re seeking to cover a large area with the decorative studs or adding a small design, placing them on a chair adds a distinctive stylistic element that’s sure to attract attention. You can use them on all types of chairs.
The theme of a wedding sets the mood and ambience for the ceremony. Therefore, it can be difficult to select a theme that creates the emotions you wish you to evoke within your guests. One way to convey a casual and homey feel at your wedding ceremony is to choose a Texas theme. Enhance this theme by creating a variety of Texas decorations for the event.
Using a wedding tent is a good choice for an outdoor wedding celebration. You can enhance the roomy and romantic feel of your wedding tent by decorating it with organza for a luxurious ambience. Organza is a shiny flowing fabric that gives a shimmery, ethereal quality to a space. Drape organza from wedding tent ceilings, and use it to cover unsightly tent support poles, transforming them into elegant wedding decorations.
Many brides choose to use pillars to decorate their wedding receptions or ceremonies. Often they are plain white, but decorations can make them more festive for your reception or party. You can decorate pillars to help complement the atmosphere of the wedding. They can look elegant, woodsy or even accent a theme.
Enchanting, mystical and brilliant, candles provide an unforgettable tone to any occasion. Decorations set the demeanor for a wedding. Combine the incomparable atmosphere that candles create with strikingly decorated jars to fit the character of your particular event and your guests will remember your celebration almost as fondly as you will.
Creating the wedding of your dreams sometimes involves working with the permanent fixtures of the ceremony location. For a wedding held outdoors and then proceeding inside to a reception venue, an open doorway can be decorated to serve as the wedding altar for a unique option to a tradition altar. Using the natural frame of the doorway can provide an arch, which is ideal for an altar ceremony.
Tulle is a soft, net-like material that you can use to create a lavish ceiling decoration at weddings. When draped from the ceiling, this sheer fabric cascades down and lends an elegant feel to wedding reception venues. Choose tulle fabric in colors that sync with your theme. Combine tulle with coordinated decorative accessories to further accentuate this stylish wedding ceiling decoration.
