Wedding Arch Reception Decorations

Wedding arch reception decorations are very popular in weddings today as they can be used in so many ways. They can serve as the focal point for the ceremony, the entrance to the reception and as a picturesque backdrop for pictures.

There are a few different ways you can approach the dilemma of finding wedding arches. You can purchase them pre-made, rent them or make them yourself. I will cover each of these sources here.

Purchasing Wedding Arch Reception Decorations

Firstly, you can check what's available in your area on Ebay for the best deals you can find. Just remember to check feedback and shipping charges prior to bidding and buying.

These are the deals available right now for wedding arch reception decorations:

But, if you don't see anything that appeals to you there, I'm going to send you to the best place to order your wedding arch reception decorations.....Shindigz.com

LIGHTED ARCH WHITE

You can start with their basic lighted white arch and weave your own magic into it using tulle, garlands, balloons, flowers, branches, etc.

But let's explore some of their other more interesting wedding arch reception decorations and columns.



INTO THE NIGHT ARCH

This arch is a variation of the simple lighted one above. Use this arch as an entryway or photo prop. The Lighted into the Night Arch is 9' high x 8' wide and can be used for many years. Decorate it with gossamer, balloons, and garland to match any theme.




HEAVENLY CELESTIAL ARCH

You can create a magnificent entrance or photo background with this Heavenly Celestial Arch. The metal arch is 7' high x 6' 2" wide and adorned with twinkle lights. Star cut-outs accent it. Easy assembly.

Probably not so much for the ceremony, but it would sure point out that you are the star of the show at the reception!

LIGHTED WIRE LAMP ARCH

I love the look of this arch. Add a few touches of gossamer, tulle, flowers, garland, etc. and the look of a gorgeous English garden will be yours.

This metal arch measures 9 1/2' high x 7' wide.



DAZZLING SNOWFLAKE ARCH

This Dazzling Snowflake Arch is perfect for that winter themed wedding. It is a 8'h x 7'w free-standing cardboard arch which is embellished with dazzling glittered snowflakes and personalized with your greeting.

The Easy Assembly Lighted Tree is a 7'h metal and plastic tree and comes adorned with 280 twinkle lights. Easy Assembly. Lighted Ribbon Tree Set includes one Lighted Tree and a roll of Gossamer Streamer in your choice of color to decorate the branches. Easy Assembly. Sparkling Snowflakes 16" glitter snowflakes (shown on Snowflake Arch).

SNOWMAN ARCH

Another great archway for that winter wedding...the Snowman Arch. This cardboard and balloon arch is approximately 9' h x 12' w. Assembly required. (Helium is required for the arch). ShindigZ exclusive! Snowpeople Standees Use these snowpeople for a photo backdrop. Both cardboard snowpeople are 5' h x 3' w. Assembly required. ShindigZ exclusive! Evergreen Trees The finishing touch for your magical winter scene. Each corrugated tree is approximately 4' tall and is covered with iridescent snow.



MEMORIES OF TUSCANY TRELLIS ARCH

Both you and your guests can get lost in the splendor of an Italian garden! I just love the look of this arch! This is a magnificent trellis archway. Sturdy wire arches are covered in die-cut vines and twinkle lights to create the 9' 9" high x 7' 8" wide arch. Assembly required

Seriously, I could go on and on, Shindigz.com is the place to go for all your decorating needs. They have a arch for every kind of theme wedding you might be planning. Go visit them!

Renting Wedding Arch Reception Decorations

If you think you don't want the added expense of actually buying your own wedding arch reception decorations, why not rent it for the day. Check your local yellow pages or even the internet for party rental places in your community to see what they carry.

You might even find that your florist might have an arch and other decorations that can be rented and returned for your special day.

Another great idea is to check with your event location, to see if they know of a reputable place that has provided them with wedding arch reception decorations and columns in the past.

Make sure you have a written contract in place, outlining the terms of the deal, when the decorations will be delivered or when they can be picked up, cost, date, and what decorations are included.

It is also a good thing to pay for the rental or rental deposit with a credit card to make sure that you are covered in case of fraud or the rental business closes prior to your wedding date, you will receive a refund (check with your credit card company for their policies).

A follow up phone call prior to the wedding to ensure all is okay and on schedule for the big day is a MUST DO.

Making Your Own Wedding Arch Reception Decorations

You can find an arch at your local craft supply shop, hardware store or garden center. When you do find one, you might start panicking as to what to do with it! Here are some simple ways to decorate your arch:

• Traditional Elegance - many wedding arch reception decorations already come pre-lit with mini lights, but if yours doesn't, this is a nice touch to start with. Begin your decorating by taking a long length of white tulle and draping it across the top of the arch and evenly down the sides, loosely wrapping the tulle around the arch to create a flowing effect.

  Choose silk flowers in your complementary wedding colors or just white from your local craft store. I would recommend rose, hydrangea, calla lily, coleus, peony, ivy and fern stems. Poke them into a Styrofoam saddle until you get a pattern and fullness that fits your needs and tastes.

  After you have the flowers arranged, use a hot glue gun to glue the stems into the Styrofoam. Run floral wire through the middle of the foam and wrap the loose wire end to the top of the arch. Finish by wrapping a garland through the top of the arch and intertwining it with the tulle running down the sides of the arch.

• The Autumn Arch - You can use the above but instead of silk flowers, go for dried flowers and grasses, apples, pumpkins, maple leaf garland. Place some nice potted mums at the base of each side for added color.
• The Floral Arch - instead of just decorating the top of the arch, the whole arch is covered from top to toe with flowers. This type of arch is a good one to leave to a professional.
• The Woodland Arch - Use the above traditional are but add more texture by implementing branches and grapevines (soak a grapevine wreath from your local craft store in water for a little while to make it easier to work with and bend/unravel).
• The Beach Arch - You can use the traditional elegance arch, however, if you are actually using it on the beach, make sure that it is anchored securely in place (dug into the sand) to avoid Mother Nature from blowing it over. You can also incorporate large seashells and starfish from the apex.
• The Tropical Arch - Another good idea for the beach wedding, it is usually made entirely out of palm tree fronds. Add in some flowers and perhaps some shells.
• The Christmas Arch - Cover your arch with pine or fir branches and wrap twinkle lights if your arch doesn't come with them already. Sometimes, you can find pre-fab pine garlands with the lights already included. Add pine cones, bows, holly, mistletoe and perhaps some little wrapped gifts to hang off the branches or even some Christmas ornaments. How about hanging a large bunch of mistletoe from the top!
• The Winter Wedding Arch - follow the Christmas arch decorations and perhaps add snowflakes and glitter for snow or perhaps some spray snow for effect.

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