Cheap Wedding Centerpieces

For many brides, floating candle centerpieces and floating candles in general are very popular these days because they are simple, tasteful, and inexpensive. When a younger couple gets married, the first thing they want to know when planning a big wedding is, how much is it going to cost me? With floating centerpieces, it’s so easy that you can make them yourselves and never have to worry about whether or not they are going to look nice or if someone is going to be allergic to your flowers that are hanging in their face or even if it is too expensive. You don’t even have to be creative to be able to make these simple centerpieces because they pretty much create themselves. Here are some simple ways to create a stunning centerpiece using floating candles.

There are a range of both high-end and cheap floating candles out there that are perfect for any occasion. The most common ones are white or cream color and are round. There are many that you can get including floating rose candles or even hibiscus if you are choosing to have a tropical wedding. Pick which candle is best for your needs and get as many as you need for your tables plus one extra box. This is to ensure that you have enough if your guest list runs over or if some of the candles in the box look less than perfect.

Once you have the candles and any floating candle holders that you need, go to the dollar store or the craft store and find some floating candle bowls for all of them. Glass fish bowls are the best because they are big enough to include shells or flowers in along with your candles and still have room to float. If want to include seashells or river rocks, perhaps even marbles, pick them up here. Often times you can get a discount if you buy a bunch of them.

If you want to use flowers in your floating candle centerpieces, there are two ways that you can do this that will not look over done and tacky. The most inexpensive way is to use flower petals in your glass bowls. five or six is more than enough to cover the bottom of the bowl and then with the white floating candles on top you have a stunning centerpiece that people will be sure to talk about for days to come. If you want to use whole flowers, first you must make sure that your bowl is going to be big enough. A vase is more preferable because you can add more water so your candle doesn’t touch the flower and ruin the petals. Fill the bottom of the vase with rocks, marbles or even sand so that when you add the flower, it will be weighted to the bottom and won’t move around. Fill the vase so that the flower is completely submerged. The flower will appear under the candle as it floats around.

If you are choosing to use seashells in the bowls, be sure that you use smaller shells that do not have large, bulbous pieces so that your candle won’t stop mid float by a shell. Place them however you like in the bottom of the bowl and fill the bowl until the shells are completely submerged. Then place the candle on top of the water and let it float around. Once it is lit, it will have a nice luminescence to it that will reflect of the water making the shells look bigger and more beautiful. If you want to add a more tropical look to the floating candle centerpiece, try adding a drop or two of a bright blue food coloring. You can get these at most grocery stores or craft stores. This will make your water look like you scooped it right out of Hanauma Bay.

Lastly be sure to experiment with your floating centerpiece ideas . You may think of something that you have never seen done before. Be sure to check the internet and maybe even the craft stores for some ideas on how to create your own wonderful centerpieces using floating candles and other simple objects.

Since my site is about cheap wedding centerpieces, I thought it’s only prudent to write a post on quick and cheap wedding centerpiece ideas.  As you know, one of the more costly expenditures for weddings is the reception. The venue and food are pricey and even wedding centerpieces can chip away at the budget.  Luckily there are cost effective ways to make elegant and beautiful wedding centerpieces that add to the special day.  Here’s some great inexpensive wedding centerpiece ideas that you should be able to create quite easily:

Natural centerpieces using seasonal flowers, fruits and vegetables arranged in baskets make lovely centerpieces that can be used later. These are most beautiful and inexpensive for fall weddings. Using pumpkin, apples, and leaves arranged tastefully can be colorful and very understated. At the end of the celebration, guests can be allowed to take some home in smaller baskets as a small thank you gift and memento.

Candles are another inexpensive idea to create beautiful cheap centerpieces. They are available in every color, size and price range so arrangements of pillar and votive candles in small glass containers or ceramic pieces can coordinate reception tables for a reasonable price. Combining candles with ribbons and small sachets of potpourri in lavender or rose petals can create a wonderful setting.

Subtle arrangements of wine bottles and glasses can create a classic look. Filling wine glasses with flowers such as rose petals, baby carnations and lavender and set among wine bottles can become interesting centerpieces. Again, once the celebration is over, guests can be sent home with a memento. Special placards for the guests make the gifts individual and unique.

Ribbons tied around small vases filled with special mints or bubble candies make wonderful centerpieces when grouped on small mirrors. The ribbon can be coordinated with the theme colors for the wedding and can be purchased at art and craft stores for nominal prices.

Decorative stemware filled with colored water and floating flowers can be lovely and create a nice table setting. Be sure to use food dyes that will not irritate the stomach of guests presuming it to be a beverage.

Small clay pots filled with bulbs or African violets are an excellent way to make an ecological statement. The plant should have a placard about the care of the plant. This idea is great for an outdoor wedding.

Dried flowers and baby’s breath spread about the table can be a good fast centerpiece that is not at all expensive. The florist will most likely give rose petals to customers at no extra charge. Lace doilies placed about the table will give the flowers a good place to rest and provide an interesting touch.

Small pictures frames with pictures of the bride and groom at every table will definitely provide wonderful conversation pieces. An eclectic mix of small and large, as well as metal and wood frames bring a contemporary feel to the celebration.

Small water bowls filled with candy and ribbons add a nice touch as wedding centerpieces. They can be tied with coordinating ribbons and small ceramic Asian spoons also tied with ribbon are a nice touch.

Ceramic knick-knacks made whimsical centerpieces. Small music boxes or ceramic figurines of hearts are easily purchased from “dollar stores” and create a novel centerpiece idea. Placing them on small mirrors with flower petals make the table look appealing.

Though silk flowers have a bit of a bad reputation, they can be used in arrangements in small vases or rectangular boxes. Small wooden birdcages filled with silk flowers look expensive and elegant on white tablecloth. Guests can also be allowed to take these home.

With a little imagination and creativity, these ideas for cheap centerpieces can be used to create beautiful yet inexpensive wedding centerpieces that will add just a little more meaning to a very meaningful day.

Many cost conscious couples decide to create wedding centerpieces on a budget.  Weddings have the reputation of being very expensive. A thrifty bride and groom can cut costs on a number of traditionally expensive decorations, by making the decorations themselves. Shopping around and looking for the best deals can also be a great money saver. The money saved from cutting costs can be put towards a honeymoon or savings for the newlyweds.

The good news is cheap wedding centerpieces can be just as beautiful as the more expensive centerpieces. There are a number of different options a couple can choose from. Purchasing close out or clearance centerpieces can be very inexpensive. The trick is making sure there are enough centerpieces, and that they will match the wedding decor. Most likely, you will not be able to purchase anymore or have them custom colored if they are on the clearance rack. Buying centerpieces in bulk can also save you money. If you know somebody else who is getting married you can sell them the centerpieces you do not need.

Another easy way to save is by having the budget centerpieces made by friends and family members. Dollar stores are a great option for anybody who needs to design wedding centerpieces on a budget. Dollar stores have a ton of things like candles, candle holders, flowers, and confetti that can be made into gorgeous centerpieces. Glass bowls can be used to hold floating candles and most will never be able to tell where they came from.  The best part about purchasing decorations from a dollar store, is that most of the time, there are huge quantities available. They also carry a number of different colors of candles and ribbons that can be used as centerpieces.

Themed wedding receptions may include props that can be found for free. If you live near the ocean and are planning a beach wedding theme, the decorations are all over the beach. Centerpieces can include some beautiful shells, driftwood and rocks. A large pillar candle surrounded by seashells makes a stunning centerpiece for any beach wedding.

Choosing wedding centerpieces on a budget does not have to leave you with limited choices. There are a number of different centerpieces that can be created for next to nothing. Use your imagination and ask around, be resourceful. Planning a wedding is not easy, but it can be done on a budget.

Making wedding centerpieces can be a fun, yet tedious chore. That is why it is often best to keep wedding centerpieces simple. While simple wedding centerpieces may be ideal, keep in mind however that simple does not necessarily mean cheap.

Like most couples, you probably want everything to be perfect on your wedding day. While there are many things that couples agonize over, most people agree that centerpieces are an important part to any wedding. After all, your guests will be eyeing your centerpieces throughout dinner and afterward.

To get started with ideas for simple centerpieces, think of things that will be easy to do on your own, especially if you have a lot of centerpieces to make. A simple, yet elegant centerpiece you can make consists of using fresh flowers and a vase. Talk to your florist to find out which flowers are available.

You can then add your fresh flowers to any style of vase. If you want to add more to your vase, opt for pebbles or stones to go on the bottom of your vase. Or, choose to put several different flowers in your vase to spruce it up a bit. Whatever you choose, this is a simple idea that can be done quickly for beautiful fresh flower centerpieces.

Another idea for simple wedding centerpieces involves using tea lights or votive candles. Tea lights are less expensive than votives and can be purchased in bulk, but their burn time is not quite as long. Using these candles can jazz up any wedding centerpiece however. Tea lights can be placed inside wine glasses and votive candles can be placed in small vases. For added appeal, place flower petals around the glass. You can designate a few people to light the candles as guests arrive at the reception.

If you like the idea of using candles in your wedding centerpieces, opt to use floating candles for your tables. Floating candles are a bit more unique, yet have the same beautiful appeal. Purchase glass bowls and fill them with water. Then add the floating candles and sprinkle the water with rose petals if you wish. Once again, designate a few people to light the candles beforehand.

If you want to steer away from traditional flowers and candles, you can choose to use fruit or chocolates in your centerpieces. Simply purchase elegant bowls or serving platters to be placed on the tables and fill them with assorted fruits or chocolates. Stick to fruits that you can work with the night before, such as dipping strawberries in chocolate sauce.

Lastly, you can use colored stones in your simple wedding centerpieces. The stones will bring in the colors and elegance of your wedding and will sparkle under the light. Use the stones to fill champagne or margarita glasses, or use them in stylish vases or glass bowls.

Centerpieces set the scene for weddings and candle wedding centerpieces are especially beautiful. The low light from candles adds an air of romance. There are hundreds of ways to arrange candle centerpieces to match any specific wedding theme. Tall tapers, small votives, pillars, tealights, and floating candles all have places at different weddings. It’s difficult to find a more versatile decoration for a wedding.

Small glass jars with floating candles can be decorated with colorful ribbons. Lengthy hurricane vases filled with water can hold flowers or other theme-oriented items below the water level. Wide bowls accommodate a couple floating candles.

Votive candles work well in small holders, which can be matched to holidays or themes. They can then be surrounded by another decoration, such as slices of wood or candy. Votives burn well over several hours and are contained by the holders.

Tapers in candlesticks provide a different look but may drip wax if left burning too long. Keep it quarantined with tall hurricane vases. Anything that is high may block the view, but it will be less than arranged flowers.

Pillars are easily surrounded by decorations or set in combination in the middle of the table. A stand or wide plate makes a nice base to tie into the wedding colors. Pillars are a long-lasting choice that burns well over time.

Tealights as candle centerpieces are easily shown off in small holders and even when combined take very little space on the table. They work well in groups, but they do not last as long as other candle choices.

Candles or holders work well placed on mirrors. The reflection adds to the ambiance of the occasion. The candle holders can also be personalized with the names of the bride and groom and the date of the wedding.

For many candle wedding centerpieces, the candles are traditionally white, but they can also be colored to match the wedding theme. Give guests a fun favor to remember the wedding and let them take the centerpieces home; it can be marked with tape underneath a chair for a lucky guest. Another fun treat for guests is to sprinkle candy around the center of the table like individually wrapped chocolates or candy corn.