Celtic wedding decoration ideas

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Many people, whether they have Celtic heritage or are simply enamored of the culture, are struck by the idea of a Celtic-themed wedding.

There is no shortage of Celtic wedding decorations. Some come from old Celtic wedding traditions, while others are simply symbols of the Celtic or Irish people, but they can all be showcased with as much class or funk as the bride and groom see fit.

1. The Claddagh

   • The claddagh is an ancient Celtic symbol consisting of a heart held by two hands and adorned with a crown.
     

     The heart symbolizes love, while the hands symbolize friendship, and the crown symbolizes loyalty.
     

     While the symbol's ancient use was as an engagement ring, a number of decorations can be found with this symbol.
     

     Napkin rings are a good choice for the claddagh because they take the circular shape the symbol was designed for.
     

     Inexpensive claddagh charms can also be placed onto ribbons used throughout the ceremony, in everything from floral arrangements to centerpieces.

   Celtic Love Knot

   • Also referred to as the "endless knot" or the "mystic knot," the Celtic love knot is a popular symbol that is easy to find on a variety of wedding decor, ranging from napkins to the bride's gown itself.
     

     Because the knot has no visible beginning or end, it has come to symbolize never-ending love.
     

     While you will be able to find this symbol already embossed on many wedding decorations that can be purchased on the Internet, you can also add it to plain items yourself if you have a small amount of artistic ability.
     

     You can use paint, beads and even embroidery to add this symbol to your wedding decor.
     

     A decent cake decorator would also be able to incorporate this design into a wedding cake.

   Shamrocks and Four-Leaf Clovers

   • If you want to be less subtle, you can always elect to splatter your ceremony and reception with more well-known and cliched Irish paraphernalia.
     

     The color green and the shamrock are, of course, the first things that comes to mind.
     

     If you want to incorporate four-leaf clovers in a more subdued or classy way, try ordering some from a grower. Alternately, if you have the time, you can grow your own four-leaf clovers for a very low cost.
     

     Sprinkle them about on the guest-book table at the ceremony or on reception tables. Also, add them to the flower girl's petals, or talk to your florist about other ideas to include them in floral arrangements.

Source: www.ehow.com

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