Tips for Candle Pew Decorations

Decorating pews can be one of the easiest tasks a bride can have. Pew decor is inexpensive and takes very little time to put together. Using candles, brides can create romantic pew decorations that not only look good, but smell good too.

Some ceremony locations strictly prohibit the use of lit candles. Before planning to use candle pew decorations, ask the location's coordinator if they permit candle use. It would be a shame to use unlit candles as decor when lit candles offer so much more.

If you decide to use any form of candle pew decoration without a proper base, like those in candelabras, then make sure you get drip less candles. Drip less candles look just as lovely as the original versions, but they allow the bride the security of knowing no flooring will be damaged by the candle pew decorations.

There are many varieties of candles, all of which can be used at some point in the wedding decoration process. First, there are the scented candles and the unscented candles. Most brides choose to use unscented candles in their decor. Scented candles are a great choice however. People remember scents and associate them with certain events in their lives. Allowing guests to smell a wonderful scented candle during the ceremony will offer them an interesting experience. Scents like vanilla, apple, and spice are lovely for weddings.

Tea light candles, the smallest version of a candle, can be used in many places of the ceremony. They work well as candle pew decorations because they are small. One idea for decorating pews with candles is to attach a small brass lantern to the outside of the pew. Add a scented tea light inside instead of oil. Decorate around the lantern with floral garland and tulle bows. This makes for an elegant and interesting pew decoration guests will love.

To use long straight candles on pews use a brass candleholder attached to the pew. Many times you can get custom made holders that come with pew attachments with them. Make sure you get holders that have glass or plastic vases attached so that no one will get burned when they are seated.

If you want a taller candle pew decorations, try using small versions of candelabras. These pew candelabras attach right to the end of the pew and usually hold about six candles. Use drip less candles to create a romantic motif for the wedding ceremony. These work very well for dusk or evening weddings.

For a subtle look with candles, try attaching a small wreath to the end of each pew. Then secure a small glass candleholder in the center of the wreath with wire or hot glue. Place a small scented candle in the holder and you have instantly created a pew decoration with candles.

No matter what type of candles you use, decorating your pews with candles will bring a whole new level of romance to your wedding ceremony. Just be sure to decorate with safety in mind and your pew candle ideas will be a success.

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Whitney Acke is a freelance writer from Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to freelance writing she also enjoys songwriting.