Showing posts with label table centerpiece. Show all posts
Showing posts with label table centerpiece. Show all posts

Saturday, November 14, 2009

Unique Holiday Centerpieces for Your Wedding or Function


If you are planning a holiday wedding, shower or buffet ... you will need a centerpiece. You can spend as much as you like, or be creative and make a fabulous centerpiece very inexpensively. It's all in the planning, checking for sales and getting ideas. Some simple examples that are elegant are the blue linen table on the right with a simple snowflake table runner is stunning. Add a wreath or a bowl of silver ornaments and you have a finished product.

Another easy centerpiece; a nice red or green tablecloth with a bowl of pinecones in the center. Use a crystal bowl, a colorful ceramic bowl or
even a nice basket. You can use the natural pine cones or spray paint them holiday colors, such as red, white or silver. A plaid bow around the basket is also a nice touch. (pinecone and blue table cloth pictures were found at Good Housekeeping.

I love these Fleur De Lys Candle Tumblers. You can place one at each place setting and it will be both romantic and elegant. Your guest can also take the candle home as their favor. The look: like something you would find at a market or antique shop in India. The scent: intoxicating, fresh and exotic. These beautiful candles in green, amber and brown glass feature a raised Fleur de Lys design flecked with silver paint, like treasures worn down by time and the elements. Sophisticated scents include: fresh mistletoe (green), sweet orange grove (amber) and luscious Mediterranean fig (brown). Tumblers made in India. Hand poured in the USA with 100% soy wax from American-grown soy beans. 45-hour burn time.

The Lenox Exclusive Village Treasures Mistletoe Park 3 Trees are elegant. Macy's sells the whole town. if the Bride and Groom want a nice gift or keepsake from their wedding, this is a great idea. Buy a piece for each table. A building, the sleigh, etc. Lenox is a nice heirloom and these pieces would be a wonderful reminder of the wedding. They would also look elegant on the table on top of pine needles, angels hair or
any other Christmas filler you like.


If you like whimsical -- -Dillards is the place. This
Jim Shore "Rudolph" Figurine sells for under $38.00. He is made of stone resin; 9x6.5".






Friday, February 22, 2008

Make Way for Sand Castle Centerpieces and Favors

Mr. Sandman send me a dream .... here are some really dreamy AND unique beach themed favors and table centerpieces. I love this sand castle centerpiece. It's perfect for the beach themed wedding, shower or party. Set it off with the sandcastle votives and starfish plates, and you have a beautiful table!

Authentic Handpainted and Handcrafted Sand Castle Centerpiece

What a fabulous idea for a beach celebration! These sandcastles are created by hand with real sand! Each sandcastle has handpainted starfish shells and seaweed. The sand castle can be used for decorative purposes or makes a beautiful centerpiece. The sand castle measures 11" tall which makes it the perfect height for a centerpiece.


Sandcastle Votive Table Decor

These charming sandcastle-shaped votives cast a fun light on any dinner or reception! Measuring just 7" tall, you'll be surprised by their meticulous detail. Insert any tea light inside to watch its windows and arches cast a romantic glow. Great table decor for any summer or beach themed buffet or reception table. Your guests will love taking these home for their own beach memory evenings.



Starfish Glass Candle Holder/Dish

These lovely starfish dishes bring a touch of class and charm to any wedding table or place setting. Use them for a place card holder, as a base for a decorative candle, or fill them up with treats - they're limited only by your imagination.Small measure 6.5" x 6.5" x 1" and are packaged in sets of 6. Large measures 8" x 8" x 1.5" H and are packaged in sets of 4.

Sand and Shell Inspired Gift Bags- Set of 10

The ultimate beach themed gift bag! These elegant cream colored gift bags are made of beautiful and durable rice paper. Each bag is beautifully decorated with a unique front window display with authentic seashells and sand. The white rope handle adds the finishing touches to this beach gift bag. The gift bags are sold as a set of 10 and measure 4.25 x 5. Many brides use these bags with tissue paper and fill them with treats small gifts and even as welcome bags for out of town guests.

Thursday, January 31, 2008

Wedding Bliss Cookie Centerpiece Arrangement

Wedded Bliss Cookie Arrangement - 9 Cookies

Aren't these gorgeous --- I LOVE THESE!!!!!! And you can get as many cookies in the bouquet as you want ... from 3 to a dozen. A really cool table centerpiece for any season : )

Wedded Bliss Cookie Arrangement - 9 Cookies
Congratulate the newlyweds with this wedding arrangement made just for the occasion. 9 Cookies are Shown

Friday, January 11, 2008

Craft Idea: Make a Teacup Topiary

I came across this lovely craft "How to Make a Teacup Topiary" on Sav-on-Crafts. This is beautiful, simple and do-able! This will work for a bridal shower, tea party, wedding or even birthday party!



Teacup TopiaryDesigned by Annabelle KellerMaterials
What you will need:
  • STYROFOAM* Brand Products: Balls, 2” and 2-1/2”

Other Materials:

  • Teacup, with or without saucer
  • Silk flowers: assorted roses, gyp, and others to match teapot (model used approximately 2-1/2 dozen 1” roses)
  • Silk flower stem, 7” length (model used lilac stem)
  • Ribbon: 1/2” x 1 yd each of wine, pink and white
  • Floral wire, 3”, cloth-covered
  • Spanish moss, handful
  • Green moss
  • Scissors
  • Wire cutters
  • Low temperature glue gun and glue sticks

(Note: As you shop flea markets and tag sales for vintage teacups, feel free to creatively mix and match flowers and ribbons to coordinate with your finds.)

Instructions
1. Insert and glue one end of silk flower stem 2” deep in 2” ball; repeat for other end, inserting it 2” deep into 2-1/2” ball.2. Glue Spanish moss on 2” foam ball, lightly covering entire ball.
3. Cut flowers from stems. Arrange and glue flowers over moss, covering ball.4. Make a six-loop bow from each length of ribbon; secure with wire. Wire each bow to the topiary stem, under center front of ball; glue in place.
5. Place 2-1/2” ball in cup; if needed flatten sides to fit. Glue in place.6. Cover foam base with green moss.

Source: Sav-on-Crafts

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Snow Globes Make Wonderful Christmas / Holiday Table Centerpieces

Your table centerpieces DO NOT have to be flowers or candles. If you are looking for something unique that your guests will absolutely oggle over, at your creativity, the uniqueness and beauty, use snow globes. Snow Globes are a mainstay of the holidays. They provide beauty, innocence and childhood reflections of shaking them as children. They are a beauty item of simplicity! The grown up version of the snow globe is beautiful and can be used as an excellent focal point in a decoration. Again, simply use angel hair, a bed of greens (i.e., holly, pine, a wreath) or even a table mirror with some scattered glitter, of a beautiful table runner. Below are some great snow globes available under $50.00 that you can use as a great centerpiece for your table, which in turn makes a nice gift for 1 lucky recipient of the table to take home. Victorian Family Glitterdomes, Set of Two


Victorian Family Glitterdomes, Set of Two

(Under $50.00) The set of Victorian Family litterdomes(R) will delight you with their homey scenes and seasonal music. One snow globe contains a family walking home after a day of Christmas shopping. They have gifts to share and hold hands, keeping each other close. This glitterdome plays "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." A colorful base features a village at night, with Christmas lights and decorations enhancing the snow-covered street. The other globe displays a family singing carols. Mother and children hold books while father plays the violin. The dome plays "Silent Night." Lamp post, wreath, and evergreen trees
decorate the background. The base shows a village and country church dusted with snow. Set of Two. Each glitter dome has a glass waterglobe that rests on a resin base.


The San Francisco Music Box Company Double Snowman Collectible Musical Water Globe With Train

The San Francisco Music Box Company Double Snowman Collectible Musical Water Globe With Train Double Snowman Collectible Musical Water Globe! Clever Christmas Decor Features Rotating Christmas Tree Inside, Train Outside - There's never been a more adorable, colorful and fun-filled winter wonderland! A happy group
of snowmen has gathered to ride the holiday train and decorate a Christmas tree. Join in on the fun with this double snowman collectible musical water globe with
train that features interior and exterior rotation, with a rotating Christmas tree inside and rotating train outside. You'll be captivated by the fanciful double water globe design of this collectible musical water globe from San
Francisco Music Box Company. This double snowman waterglobe plays the beloved melody "Let It Snow."



Ardleigh Elliott Thomas Kinkade White Christmas Musical Collectible Snow Globe Ardleigh Elliott Thomas Kinkade White Christmas Musical Collectible Snow Globe under $50.00!

Thomas Kinkade Christmas Snow Globe Lights Up! Porcelain and Glass Limited Edition Exclusive with 22K Gold Accents! - The lights beckon to you as the silent snow fills the air. This winter scene looks so inviting you'll hope it will never end. It never will when you own the first-ever musical
illuminated snow globe from the Painter of Light, Thomas Kinkade. Peek inside this exclusive Ardleigh Elliott collectible musical snow globe to find a three-dimensional re-creation of one of Thomas Kinkade's beloved Victorian
houses in a swirl of sparkling white snowflakes. Extremely high demand is expected. Order yours now. 2002 Thomas Kinkade, Media Arts Group, Inc. Morgan Hill, CA. All rights reserved. 2002 Ardleigh Elliott This exclusive Ardleigh
Elliott collectible musical snow globe features: * The first-ever musical, illuminated snow globe from the Painter of Light * Handcrafted and hand-painted sculptural details faithfully capture the richness of Thomas Kinkade's original artwork * Snowflakes swirl inside the crystal-clear glass globe when the snow globe is gently shaken * Golden light shines from the house windows at the flick
of a switch * Handcrafted Heirloom Porcelain base is triple-fired with hand-applied underglaze for a lustrous finish * The perimeter of the base displays a two-dimensional winter scene from Thomas Kinkade's "Home for the Holidays" * Gleaming 22K gold rims the snow globe base * Plays the holiday favorite tune of "White Christmas" * Limited to 120 crafting days, so order now * Hand-numbered with a matching Certificate of Authenticity * Measures approximately 4-1/2" high.



Christmas Tree Glitterdome Christmas Tree Glitterdome Christmas Tree Glitterdome(R) from Roman, Inc. will fill your home with music and delight. While it plays "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," the resin and glass globe's "snow blowing" feature fills it with swirling wonder. Inside is Santa Claus with a Victorian family of four standing in front of a
large Christmas tree. Dome sits on an ornate brown pedestal. Christmas Tree Glitterdome(R) decoration is made from resin and glass. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use polishes, abrasives, or chemicals.


Musical Pedestal Waterglobes Set, Set of Two





Musical Pedestal Waterglobes Set, Set of Two

For a bit of holiday flair, the musical Pedestal Glitterdomes, by Roman Inc., are wonderful resin and glass accents. Sitting on a brown pedestal, each globe features a different scene set to its own music. One displays a snow-covered church among pine trees and plays "White Christmas," while the other has a couple on a sleighride in a snowy woods. It plays "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." Set of Two. Felt on bottom protects furniture. Waterglobes set is made of resin and glass

Sunday, November 11, 2007

Personalized Three Kings Christmas Candle... Great as a Centerpiece

Looking for a table centerpiece that's different... this is the one. The Three Kings Christmas Candle. Pretty, personalized, holiday themed . . . simple yet elegant. Spread some holly or evergreen around the bottom and you have a beautiful centerpiece that is eye catching.

Personalized Three Kings Christmas Candle

Includes one 3"x 6" candle personalized with up to 45 letters and spaces.

Personalized Three Kings Christmas Candle

Tuesday, November 6, 2007

Holiday Candles as a Focal Point for Your Holiday Centerpieces

This month I am going to try to find some of the most unique items available on the net for your holiday or Christmas themed wedding. Starting with using candles as centerpieces. Candles are the focal point and can be beautiful and affordable; just add some table mirrors; greenery (a wreath, holly off of a tree); angels hair or throw some glitter on the table. It is surprising just how creative you can be! This Spode Christmas Tree Candle lamp is my favorite!

Spode Christmas Tree Candle Lamp - 40CTR625

Spode Christmas Tree Candle Lamp - 40CTR625

Candle Lamp by Spode The Story of Spode Christmas Tree In 1938 Harold Holdway a young designer on Spode s England office was asked to design a Christmas pattern for the American market But he had never seen a decorated Christmas tree In his first sketch the presents were suspended from the branches in Wouldn t that cause them to droop? in he wondered He amended his sketch when told the American tradition was to place gifts under the tree Holdway used another Christmas icon on a most delightful way adorning the top of the tree with jolly St Nick We find his design both unique and charming as do Spode Christmas Tree lovers the world over Loved for its nostalgia and warm recollections of Christmases past Christmas Tree has been an integral part of holiday celebrations since its introduction in 1938 Each season sees wonderful new introductions for collectors both old and new and the extensive range now includes dinnerware serveware and bakeware as well as accessories giftware glass barware and wood items Since its humble beginnings over 65 years ago Spode s world famous Christmas Tree has added a distinctive charm to every table Celebrating traditions and created memories to cherish Make it specialmake it Spode Care and Keeping Spode Christmas Tree is made on a base of fine earthenware called Imperial ware and as such is exceptionally strong and hard to break The easy care of Imperialware makes if ideal for the busy holiday season It is also more resistant to chipping than standard earthenware

Christmas Tree Candles
Another favorite:

Christmas Tree Candles

Classic holiday decor for the table or mantel. Sets of three.
Beautifully crafted and detailed, these fancy candles work wonderfully as seasonal decor even when they're not in use. Their varied heights add interest in any setting. Unscented. Set of three includes two 8 1/2 " candles and one 5 1/2 " as shown. Available to ship through January 31.

These are affordable, non denominational and reflect the
December season.Snowman and Christmas Tree Candles

Want something whimsical? I love the snowman and tree:

Snowman and Christmas Tree Candles

Use these two Christmas candles to make your season bright! A snowman (6 3/4 inch high) and a Christmas tree (7 inch high) have a touch of
glitter for a sparkly finish.



Christmas Tree Fine China 9.5
And the ever popular Hurricane lamp is again, affordable and pretty when lit!

Christmas Tree Fine China 9.5" Hurricane Candle with 5" Pillar Candle

Small Parcel:Usually ships in 3 to 5 days The Spode Christmas Tree collection is one of the most well-known in the world. There's no better way to welcome the holiday season than with Josiah Spode's timeless, precision
crafted Imperialware. The enchantment of the holidays is captured by bauble-laden evergreens topped with a jolly Santa Claus figurine and mounds of Christmas gifts. Features: *Gold-rimmed *Original Spode design Specifications: *Material: Glass *Cleaning and Care: Handwashing is highly recommended