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Creative Reception
Decoration Ideas!

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A single votive candle burning behind the glass panes of these lanterns gives off a soft, dreamy light, creating a setting of ambiance when used as centerpiences at a wedding reception. Use one per table, or combine in groups.
Frosted Votive Lanterns

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For a truly unique centerpiece idea, create enchanted worlds of light as the softness of pastels and the glimmer of metal come together in candle sleeves and a runner of sheer metallic fabric. The little bags dress up votives, while the sleek glass cylinders filled with water hold floating candles. The runner makes a stunning backdrop for any celebratory centerpiece. Fill them with water and floating candles, then veil them with the gossamer colors of our Iridescent Sleeves. By Illuminations.com

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An Outdoor Wedding?
Here's a fabulously unique decorating idea! Float these wax boat lanterns in a pool, pond or fountain. Can also be used to line walkways or placed on tables as centerpieces. Just $4.97
By Illuminations.com

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Floating pastel colored candles in a pretty frosted bowl, complemented by nearby pillar candles contribute to a romantic reception mood. Products by Illuminations.com

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Elegance in Glass... Planning a rehearsal dinner or special gathering? This collection is the perfect decorating solution for any celebration. It combines Hurricane Lamps with Pillar Candles, Bubble-Stem Candlesticks with Taper Candles, Glass Stem Sphere Holders and Martini Sphere Holders with Sphere Candles, a Small Martini Bowl one Floating Candle, and Large Martini Bowls, each containing three 2" Floating Candles. Al candles are ivory in color. Collection by Illuminations.com

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Scatter a parade of opaque glass votive holders about a reception room or a protected porch or patio at an outdoor wedding, and create a world of dazzling candlelight.
"Milk Glass" Votive Cups

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Classic, elegant centerpieces are easily created by grouping together pillar candles in varying heights. When chosing candles, quality counts. Better quality candles, like these from Illuminations, will burn longer and brighter. From $6.95
Plillar Candles

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Add elegance and height to your head table decor with tall candle sticks for pillar candles, like these from Illuminations. Made by glass blowers who've mastered a difficult technique to create the prominent swirls of glass, these are exquisite pedestals for either pillar or taper candles.
Optic Candlesticks

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Sometimes the simplest creations are the most dramatic. This collection of Pillars candles has a breathtaking effect! This collection includes the following sizes: 3"x12", 4"x16", 3"x3", 3"x6", 3"x9" - all clustered upon an elegant large square Bronzed Plate.
Collection by Illuminations

The special gel inside these reusable glasses looks just like bubbly champagne... and when it's burned down, you'll find your fortune in a miniature capsule.
By Illuminations.com

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10 MINUTE POMANDER

These beautiful pomander balls are aromatic and very easy to make! They are perfect for victorian or holiday themed weddings, and can be used for favors or lovely decorations. They would also make a great gift for your attendants, maid/matron of honor, or close family members. They would also look great in your own home as well.

Have a "favor" party and invite all your bridal wedding attendants over to help make these favors. Not only would it be a great way to get together with your attendants, but to get extra help with putting together your favors!

This craft is courtesy of Floral Home and is used by permission. They retain all rights; copyrights to all contents, directions, and images are the property of Floral Home.

MATERIALS NEEDED:

1 Lavender Sphere, 3" in diameter
9 Strands Of Raffia
9 Pink Rose Boutons
17 Green Myrtle Leaves
1 Stem Natural Caspia

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES:

Scissors
Ruler
Glue (Hot or Tacky)
20-22 Gauge Floral Wire
Wire Cutters

INSTRUCTIONS:

Gather 4 pieces of raffia together and tie a knot in the center. Place the knot on the lavender ball and wrap two strands up one side and two strands up the opposite side. Tie them in a knot on top, opposite the knot on the bottom. Do the same with the other 4 strands, wrapping them up to the top opposite each other and knotting them together. The second set should be alternated between the first set so each quadrant of the ball is covered with raffia.
Tie the ends of the raffia into a bow. Cut the last piece of raffia to 12" and bend it into a loop. Knot the ends together and bend a 3" piece of floral wire over the knot. Insert the wire into the ball behind the bow. This creates a raffia loop for hanging the pomander.
Glue the rose boutons around the center of the bow. Glue the myrtle leaves around the roses and bow, facing out in all directions.
Cut the caspia into 1/2" sections and glue it in among the roses and leaves, facing out in all directions.

The information on this instruction sheet is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent is to inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Floral Home disclaims any liability for untoward results.