DIY: Floating Candle Centerpieces

These days every bride is looking for ways to cut back and save money. Well here is one way you can do just that!

When creating your own centerpieces you don't have to go all out and spend tons of money to get an elegant and beautiful look. I like this particular one for spring and summer weddings.

You can get square vases at any local craft store. Most places will have a variety of heights so make sure to mix it up. If you want a more abstract look, get vases that are different shapes to intermix.

Next find the section in your craft store that had decorative rocks. In this picture they are a natural look, but again, don't be afraid to mix it up some with colors.

Floating candles you can purchase just about anywhere. This particular item you want to not buy the cheapest ones you can find. You want some that will last through the reception, so splurge a little on that item!

Lastly, the flowers. If you live in a smaller town like I do or near a small town that has a farmers market, that is a great place to get your flowers. Seems like anytime I buy flowers from them they last for a really long time! Roses or orchids are great for this look but the flowers are totally up to you.

Day of wedding:

1. Get Vases Ready
2. Place rocks in bottom of vase
3. Put some water in the vase
4. Place flower on the rocks and add water until vase is 2/3rds full
5. When placing candle in the water make sure it is low enough that the flame is not above the top of the vase

Whola! Beautiful and simple!

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~ GREAT ARRANGEMENTS ~

I love flowers! They are so pretty and so much can be done with them. These 3 fall in my top picks for spring weddings. Each one has a great look!

For the traditional wedding:


















This arrangement was done by Creative Concepts & Designs in Texas. I like the simplicity of the arrangement for a traditional wedding. Very clean cut and beautiful.

Higher end/ Fancy Wedding:




















This arrangement was done by Boston Blooms. With the richer tones and a Cala Lillies this just speaks of romance and sophisication!

Backyard/Garden Weddings:




















This arragement was shown on Good Housekeeping by using aromatic bells of Ireland in empty olive oil bottles. Great for outdoor weddings and weddings on a budget.

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~ WISH ROCKS ~

I was walking through a store the other day and they have all their new spring stuff out for gardens already. I noticed these big rocks with words on them. Some were carved in and some were painted on. So then I got to thinking... why couldn't you buy black rocks and have people write their well wishes for you marriage on them? Then you can place them around your house or yard so you see them all the time! Way better idea then having them write in a book that you don't often pick up and read.

Photo from Jennifer Griffen

You can get river rocks at most craft stores and a couple markers that will write on the rock surface. From there you can spread the rocks out on the guest book table and have a few already written on so people know what to do.
If you have a person you have designated to help with the guest book, have them wait until some rocks are done and dry and then have a nice bowl or vase for them to be set in.
In case your guests think of more things to write for you, you can set a few on each table with a pen so they can add to the collection at the reception!

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