Indian wedding vase... The meaning of an Indian Wedding Vase ceremony is similar to that of a unity candle or a cup. During your ceremony each of you drink from the vessel as a symbol of two individuals whose lives are becoming one.
The Rose Ceremony-
Giving a rose to each other.......romantic yet has a special meaning......check it out below!
http://www.celebrateintimateweddings.com/roseceremony.html
http://www.celebrateintimateweddings.com/roseceremony.html
Try a medieval theme=
Many places have costumes to rent.......I have connections just ask! Go for any theme you like .....
Unity candle ceremony......best for inside.....
A unity candle has a great meaning; google it and see what it signifies-two lives combined into one! Be careful tho, if it is windy, or rainy it may not work well. Best if used inside. Another ceremony similar is the sand ceremony......see below...it works well when the wind is blowing!
Photo by husband Mark
Photo by husband Mark
The sand ceremony! My favorite!
The sand ceremony is my own personal favorite as it is less costly plus you can keep it as a momento on any shelf in the home and others can participate in it as well. Each family member adding a level of different colored sand! If you would like a "Unity" ceremony within your wedding ceremony and the wedding is going to be outside, you might want to consider this beautiful alternative to a Unity Candle ceremony. Candle ceremonies outside are at the mercy of the wind and elements and sometimes don't work. But with a "Sand Ceremony" there is nothing to blow out. The wording and symbolism is the same as in a Unity Candle ceremony, but the couple blends two containers of sand into a single container instead of lighting two candles and using them to light a unity candle. If you want, you can use colored sand and blend the sand in layers... keeping the unity container as a souvenir of this part of your wedding.
Photo by husband Mark
Photo by husband Mark
Wine Ceremony!
A toast of good wine can be a great beginning! You can even break the wine glass if you like...as is a custom in some places meaning "no one will ever drink out of this again".
Photo by husband Mark
Photo by husband Mark
Spanish customs such as Lazo ...with anillos
I have the proper Hispanic ceremonies for the lazo, arras, anillos, vino, velas, etc. I am bi-lingual Spanish/English or can both at the same time!
Photo by husband Mark
Photo by husband Mark
Outside garden weddings are really gorgeous when weather permits!
Anytime you can capture special moments outside in the open air makes wonderful shots and adds comfort to those attending if weather is nice. Photographer can take some shots inside and then go outside as well to get both feelings!
Photo by husband Mark
Photo by husband Mark
*Salt Ceremony: Indian weddings often include a salt ceremony, where the bride passes a handful of salt to her groom without spilling any. He then passes it back to her and the exchange is repeated three times. She then performs the salt exchange with all the members of the groom's family, symbolizing her blending in with her new family.
*Breaking Bread Ceremony: The bride and groom tear off pieces of bread, and then each eat a piece. Sometimes the bread is also shared with family and friends. It symbolizes their future as a family together.
*Garland Ceremony or Lei Ceremony: The bride and groom exchange garlands of flowers. This is a common part of Indian weddings, where the ceremony is called varmala or jaimala, and represents a proposal by the bride and acceptance by the groom. It also represents their new unity, blessed by nature. In Hawaian weddings, the bride and groom typically exchange leis. The families may also exchange leis with the couple. Leis represent the love and respect you have for the person you are giving it to, and the unity of the new family.
*Circling: In Eastern European ceremonies, the bride and groom circle the altar three times, which are their first steps together as husband and wife. In Hindu ceremonies, couples circle the fire seven times, sealing their bond. The unbroken circle represents the unbroken committment to each other.
*Broom Jumping: An African-American tradition that has its roots in slavery times when slaves couldn't marry. Typically the family places the broom on the ground, and the bride and groom jump over it together. The broom can then decorate a place of honor in their home.
*Lasso Ceremony: Lasso or rope is placed around the bride and groom's shoulders, usually by the officiant or by a beloved family member. Sometimes rosary beads, or orange flowers are used instead of rope. It can also be placed around the couple's necks, or wrists.
*Celtic Oathing Stone. "The couple holds or puts their hands on a stone during their vows to "set them in stone" (I also believe this is where this phrase comes from, or so the rumor goes)."
*Truce Bell. A bell is rung on the wedding day, the happiest day of the couple's lives and then is placed in a central location in the home. If the couple starts to argue, one of them can ring the truce bell, reminding them both of that happiness and hopefully ending the disagreement quickly.‡
TRY THE WEDDING LOVE LETTER BOX AND WINE= CLICK THE LINK HERE
http://www.celebrateintimateweddings.com/ceremonylovebox.html
*Breaking Bread Ceremony: The bride and groom tear off pieces of bread, and then each eat a piece. Sometimes the bread is also shared with family and friends. It symbolizes their future as a family together.
*Garland Ceremony or Lei Ceremony: The bride and groom exchange garlands of flowers. This is a common part of Indian weddings, where the ceremony is called varmala or jaimala, and represents a proposal by the bride and acceptance by the groom. It also represents their new unity, blessed by nature. In Hawaian weddings, the bride and groom typically exchange leis. The families may also exchange leis with the couple. Leis represent the love and respect you have for the person you are giving it to, and the unity of the new family.
*Circling: In Eastern European ceremonies, the bride and groom circle the altar three times, which are their first steps together as husband and wife. In Hindu ceremonies, couples circle the fire seven times, sealing their bond. The unbroken circle represents the unbroken committment to each other.
*Broom Jumping: An African-American tradition that has its roots in slavery times when slaves couldn't marry. Typically the family places the broom on the ground, and the bride and groom jump over it together. The broom can then decorate a place of honor in their home.
*Lasso Ceremony: Lasso or rope is placed around the bride and groom's shoulders, usually by the officiant or by a beloved family member. Sometimes rosary beads, or orange flowers are used instead of rope. It can also be placed around the couple's necks, or wrists.
*Celtic Oathing Stone. "The couple holds or puts their hands on a stone during their vows to "set them in stone" (I also believe this is where this phrase comes from, or so the rumor goes)."
*Truce Bell. A bell is rung on the wedding day, the happiest day of the couple's lives and then is placed in a central location in the home. If the couple starts to argue, one of them can ring the truce bell, reminding them both of that happiness and hopefully ending the disagreement quickly.‡
TRY THE WEDDING LOVE LETTER BOX AND WINE= CLICK THE LINK HERE
http://www.celebrateintimateweddings.com/ceremonylovebox.html
ROCK CEREMONY=
See how pretty and meaningful this ceremony can be....and how easy! =
The "Rock Ceremony is a beautiful "unity" ceremony that includes everyone who attends the couple's wedding. Although small, polished stones are usually used, the couple may choose to use any other token they desire... seashells, glass or crystal, flowers, etc. The guests make a wish for the couple's happiness and then the tokens are collected into a single container... each rock representing a wish and an individual present at the couple's wedding. Some couples even have small markers for each guest so they may write their name on the rock. Then, the couple can save the tokens in a nice container (like the one pictured here) as a keep-sake. Also, some couples combine the elements of other unity ceremonies (such as the "Sand Ceremony") and pour sand or water over the collected tokens. The many variations of this ceremony are only limited by the couple's imagination.
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The "Rock Ceremony is a beautiful "unity" ceremony that includes everyone who attends the couple's wedding. Although small, polished stones are usually used, the couple may choose to use any other token they desire... seashells, glass or crystal, flowers, etc. The guests make a wish for the couple's happiness and then the tokens are collected into a single container... each rock representing a wish and an individual present at the couple's wedding. Some couples even have small markers for each guest so they may write their name on the rock. Then, the couple can save the tokens in a nice container (like the one pictured here) as a keep-sake. Also, some couples combine the elements of other unity ceremonies (such as the "Sand Ceremony") and pour sand or water over the collected tokens. The many variations of this ceremony are only limited by the couple's imagination.
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HANDFASTING CEREMONY example= click at end of this link below link and it will give you a link directly to video...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah4w4RDh-oo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah4w4RDh-oo
What handfasting is and what it signifies......click at end of this link below link and it will give you a link directly to video.....
http://www.squidoo.com/Handfasting-Wedding-Ritual
http://www.squidoo.com/Handfasting-Wedding-Ritual