How can i decorate a church for wedding without flowers?

A church can be nicely decorated with little effort. I would recommend using tulle swags to highlight your aisle.



At the entrance, (if needed), you can use potted plants on top of columns draped with tulle.



Highlight the aisle with an aisle runner and tulle swags accented with pew bows or candle pew markers accented with tulle and ribbon. Here are some examples:

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Your focal point at the altar could be an arch (decorated with tulle, greenery, and white christmas lights), accented by candelabras (decorated with tulle, ribbon, and greenery).

Here are some examples:

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How can i decorate a church for wedding without flowers?
Bows and ribbons looks nice.. but something low key and simple looks best, try simple colours, whites %26amp; baby pinks..
Reply:I always wanted a wedding with a church filled with Candles.



But their are also the pew decorations (am I spelling pew right? pew or pue) Some people do flowers, others have candles, and some big ribbons and bows.



You could put down a white carpet down the center isle to walk down.



I think keeping it simple in the church is very elegant though. Since most churches are beautiful already, you dont want to over load their characteristics.
Reply:christmas lights, do wonders. soft grow etc
Reply:Ribbons and bows, tulle, candles...and perhaps some silk flowers if you don't want to pay for real flowers.
Reply:My church only allows flowers and some candles so it really depends on the church rules. You can do pew bows which are cheap and easy to make. My church would not allow ballons which is kinda strange anyways. I also know churches will let you bring in potted plants sometimes if you can't afford lots of flowers- like mums. Maybe you could ask about using fake flowers?? That would be your best bet for cheaper and you could resell them after the wedding or donate them to the church. Also ask the church if they have anything you can use.... doesn't hurt to ask.
Reply:First thing check with the church what is allowed. In some churches depending on the particular clergy there are many things they wouldn't allow. I think as has been suggested to you candles etc would be fine or bows.. Have you thought about trailing Ivy or organza? In most churches I certainly think things like balloons and banners would not be allowed and you can see for religious reasons why.
Reply:i think bows and ribbons would be very pretty. you could also use candles and lace.
Reply:Some nice balloons?
Reply:You can use ribbons, balloons, bows, coloured papers and potted plants, etc. .... or how about Ferroro Rochers????
Reply:Depending on what your theme is, and what you are decorating, a great idea I saw implemented, was very simple. They went to their neighbor, chopping back most of their ivy, and decorated the stage %26amp; arbor with it. creating an "enchanted forest" feeling, the dark greens were a beautiful background color for the bridesmaid's orchid dresses. Not to mention, her neighbors were very happy to have had it done!
Reply:Bows and ribbons are common pew decorations or even chair decor for the reception as well.



I don't feel that balloons, unless very classy, would fit in most churches. Depending on the formality of the event, I would suggest reserving this form of decoration to the reception site.



Potted plants are a great way to add color without having to pay an arm and a leg to a florist for several centerpieces.



Don't be afraid to do something specific to your tastes as a couple - chinese lanterns, origami cranes, european parasols, silk autumn leaves, seashells - the possibilities are endless.



Be certain to check with your wedding site to ensure that whatever you select is acceptable and give yourself ample time to have the decorations set up.
Reply:You didn't state the reason for no flowers. If it's an expense issue, just have your bouquet, and maybe a central vase in front of the altar at your church. You could even have real or silk rose petals scattered along the aisle runner.



Ribbons and bows along the end of the pews are beautiful.



You could have candleabras to either side of the altar and other candles wherever permitted. There are also archways and pergolas available for rent that can be decorated with fabric, ribbons, bows, greenery or small Christmas lights.



Large potted plants also help to decorate and provide interest in pictures. You can rent some large ones inexpensively from local florists/greenhouses. They will deliver and pickup.
Reply:eventhough i cant imagine a wedding without flowers, i will have to suggest you use candles or to make it look romantic. or a string of small lightbulbs like christmas lights would look good hanged like a canopy. and try riboons and lace.
Reply:ribbons and bows?flowers are nice though, i paid for the flowers and the kind church members who do the flowers normally, made arrangements and wouldn't charge me for their time, it looked terrific
Reply:balloons bows and ribbons