Centerpieces: need your opinion...

[dislovr]

OK...I purchased the centerpieces but now I am wondering exactly what I want to do with them. As you will see in the following pictures there are ones with flowers and leaves, ones with just flowers and ones with just leaves...I am going to split up the pictures into 3 posts because I know I will go over my picture limit in one post...

[dislovr]

Picture Post #1
Flowers and Leaves

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00959.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00960.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00961.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00962.jpg

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Picture Post #2
Flowers only

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00963.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00964.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00965.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00966.jpg

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Picture Post #3
Leaves only

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00967.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00968.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00969.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00970.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t191/vnukl/DSC00971.jpg

[dislovr]

Well there are the pictures. In case you are curious we are having a September wedding and our colors are orange, yellow, and red. We have debated this subject many times and I thought i'd see what you guys think since your the experts! ;)
I am not going to tell you what I like because I don't want anyone elses opinion being altered. I look forward to reading what you have to say!

[Lynn5700]

Leah I like the first and last one.

[DecemberBride]

I like the last one, but without the leaves on the table.... cool centerpieces! :thumbsup2

[sunsh1ne]

i like the centerpiees. i dont know if this is an option but could you alternate tables. one withthe first and then another table with the third and so on. i think the tables with diffrent things on them look nice

[Lynn5700]

Which one is your favorite????

[perla75]

i like the centerpiees. i dont know if this is an option but could you alternate tables. one withthe first and then another table with the third and so on. i think the tables with diffrent things on them look nice

I like this idea too-I love that look when tables vary slightly in decor.

Cool theming with your centerpieces, Leah! :)

[inkedupmomma]

I think it would look super clean and classy with just the all yellow flowers!! very pretty! I can't wait to really plan a fall wedding, that time of year is so inspirational!

[JonetteA]

I liked the flowers only. I find that one to be really elegant.

[Donald'sGirl]

I really like the first one but I also like the idea of make each table a different one. What about for a 4th option - using the 1st one as a template put the leaves in the cylinders and the yellow flowers around intstead? (Basically the opposite of #1). :confused3

[IndyBride]

I also like the idea of aternating.

[PirateKitty]

I like the leaves in picture #3. But the idea of alternating is also a nice idea.

[disneyheaven]

I really like pic #2 (just the flowers) That looks really nice!!!

[dislovr]

Well...since I think it was Lynn asked...there are reasons why I don't like all of the options :lmao:
The flowers and leaves I just think don't go at all. That really isn't an option but I thought i'd put it on here anyway, what do I know maybe everyone else would have loved it and I would have had to re-think it.
The flowers only I think look to springy. As you all know its a fall wedding and I am just not sure about the flowers only.
The leaves only kind of look like just red/orange tissue paper :rotfl2: . However if I order the leaves that I found off line. They are orange, red, and yellow, and they have the look of the "spine" in the leaves. I hope you all know what I mean.

So...thats what I think. Still hoping for more opinions though.

[kingLouiethe1]

Well...since I think it was Lynn asked...there are reasons why I don't like all of the options :lmao:
The flowers and leaves I just think don't go at all. That really isn't an option but I thought i'd put it on here anyway, what do I know maybe everyone else would have loved it and I would have had to re-think it.
The flowers only I think look to springy. As you all know its a fall wedding and I am just not sure about the flowers only.
The leaves only kind of look like just red/orange tissue paper :rotfl2: . However if I order the leaves that I found off line. They are orange, red, and yellow, and they have the look of the "spine" in the leaves. I hope you all know what I mean.

So...thats what I think. Still hoping for more opinions though.

I see what you're saying about the leaves, and nicer looking leaves may solve the problem. I also see your issue with the flower, maybe something that looks less like spring like orange or red mums or marigolds?

Also how about orange or red candles instead of the white?

[dislovr]

I see what you're saying about the leaves, and nicer looking leaves may solve the problem. I also see your issue with the flower, maybe something that looks less like spring like orange or red mums or marigolds?

Also how about orange or red candles instead of the white?

Ya I think I am going to go to craft store and try some other more fall like flowers. They only thing about the candles is the white ones came with the set so I already have them I don't really want to buy all new ones if I don't have to. Thats why i put the votives too to make the round ones look not so harsh.

[OceanGdss]

I love the last one! :)

[DisneyBrideToni]

I see what you're saying about the leaves, and nicer looking leaves may solve the problem. I also see your issue with the flower, maybe something that looks less like spring like orange or red mums or marigolds?

Also how about orange or red candles instead of the white?

I agree with this. I do like the ones with the leaves but if you want some flowers I think some yellow, orange or rust colored mums would look fabulous!

[perla75]

Leah,

Have you thought about doing something with branches & leaves, instead of flowers? Some nice tall curly willow branches would look pretty.

[Lynn5700]

OOOH I like the idea of the mums!

[PediNurse]

Hi DisLovr! I absolutely love your centerpieces and was wondering if you'd mind sharing where you got them? Thanks so much. :goodvibes

[dislovr]

Hi DisLovr! I absolutely love your centerpieces and was wondering if you'd mind sharing where you got them? Thanks so much. :goodvibes

I got them at bed bath and beyond. They came with shells and sand but obviously im not having that kind of theme. I am not sure if they still have them or not. I paid about $15 per centerpiece (set of 3) and that was using a coupon with each one. HTH!

[Lindsay22]

I liked the flowers only. I find that one to be really elegant.

Ditto

[alissa2008]

i like the centerpieces. i dont know if this is an option but could you alternate tables. one withthe first and then another table with the third and so on. i think the tables with diffrent things on them look nice

I love the idea of alternating as well! :thumbsup2 Now, you just have to decide what to alternate!! I think having each a little different, especially if you use different shades or colors, will look really classy and make each table unique - while still being a cohesive theme.

The flowers only I think look to springy. As you all know its a fall wedding and I am just not sure about the flowers only.

I don't think it looks too springy at all! My favorite is option 1 with the yellow and orange. Because it leaves turn that color before they turn red and fall off (which is kind of played up on the table). I like the idea of having something around the base as well, because it looks a little plain. But, if you don't like the leaves on the table, maybe a nice table runner or placemat under the centerpiece might give you the pop you're looking for. What color are your table linens? This is also a factor to consider when picking colors for the decorations...

Have you thought about doing something with branches & leaves, instead of flowers? Some nice tall curly willow branches would look pretty.

I totally agree! Maybe if you put the branches in the centerpiece and some leaves on the table you might get that "fallen leaf" look and be more "fall-y" how you wanted.

Also, have you thought of filling the cylinders with water and then putting whatever inside? That might be a cool idea ... :confused3 Something like this:

http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/026.jpg

They also make beads on garland that I bet you could find in your wedding colors -- like this:

http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/beads.jpg

I like these couple options as well:

http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/7.jpghttp://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/10.jpghttp://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/FireplaceCenterpiece.jpg

Hope I'm not being too pushy - just my 2 cents!!

good luck!!

[shasess]

Very pretty! I like the flowers only.

[Cosi Bella]

Well...since I think it was Lynn asked...there are reasons why I don't like all of the options :lmao:
The flowers and leaves I just think don't go at all. That really isn't an option but I thought i'd put it on here anyway, what do I know maybe everyone else would have loved it and I would have had to re-think it.
The flowers only I think look to springy. As you all know its a fall wedding and I am just not sure about the flowers only.
The leaves only kind of look like just red/orange tissue paper :rotfl2: . However if I order the leaves that I found off line. They are orange, red, and yellow, and they have the look of the "spine" in the leaves. I hope you all know what I mean.

So...thats what I think. Still hoping for more opinions though.

I really like the way just the leaves look. It really looks like fall to me. What a beautiful time of year to get married! I think if you could find a leaf that had more spiney features like you mentioned, that would look fabulous!

[Cosi Bella]

I agree with this. I do like the ones with the leaves but if you want some flowers I think some yellow, orange or rust colored mums would look fabulous!

Mums are my FAVORITE!!! Ok, now I don't want summer to end (I hate winter!!! :headache: :headache: :headache: ), but I get really excited when mums come out and I can plant them in my flower garden...
So to stay OT, I think Mums would be a great addition... if that is possible... they are sooooooo autumn!

[dislovr]

I love the idea of alternating as well! :thumbsup2 Now, you just have to decide what to alternate!! I think having each a little different, especially if you use different shades or colors, will look really classy and make each table unique - while still being a cohesive theme.


I don't think it looks too springy at all! My favorite is option 1 with the yellow and orange. Because it leaves turn that color before they turn red and fall off (which is kind of played up on the table). I like the idea of having something around the base as well, because it looks a little plain. But, if you don't like the leaves on the table, maybe a nice table runner or placemat under the centerpiece might give you the pop you're looking for. What color are your table linens? This is also a factor to consider when picking colors for the decorations...

I am going to have ivory skirts with burnt orange overlays. So maybe with the burnt orange in there it would make the flowers look more falley (i totally just made up that word, lol.


I totally agree! Maybe if you put the branches in the centerpiece and some leaves on the table you might get that "fallen leaf" look and be more "fall-y" how you wanted.

The only thing with the branches is then how would I use the candles? There is auctually a candle holder thing that sits in the cylinder. Or would I just break the branches to fit in the cylinder?

Also, have you thought of filling the cylinders with water and then putting whatever inside? That might be a cool idea ... :confused3 Something like this:

http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/026.jpg

I can't see pictures at work but I tried water with the leaves and I HATED the way it looked. And besides I don't know if the reception site would be willing to do the set up if we used water.

They also make beads on garland that I bet you could find in your wedding colors -- like this:

http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/beads.jpg

I like these couple options as well:

http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/7.jpghttp://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/10.jpghttp://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/jonesdube/helping%20disbrides/FireplaceCenterpiece.jpg

Hope I'm not being too pushy - just my 2 cents!!

good luck!!

Not being pushy at all. I really appreciate it! Thanks for all the input
BTW...for those of you that are suggesting mums i'll have to get some silk ones and see how they would look. Maybe tomorrow since im off and then ill post some more pictures! Thanks again for all your help!