Have you ever thought about using pinwheels to decorate your wedding? If you haven’t seen this growing trend you may be surprised to see how fun and whimsical pinwheels can look. The best part about pinwheels is that you can make them yourself! All you need is paper, scissors, thumb tacks and a glue gun..super easy!
Plus, there are so many ways to use them throughout your event that these small inexpensive decor accents can make a big impact. Here are some of my favorite ways to use pinwheels at your wedding!
You can use pinwheels to make a stunning and beautiful arch for your ceremony. Just make different sized pinwheels and use different patterns of paper to create a unique ceremony arch.
An easy way to line your ceremony aisle is to place pinwheels along the rows at the ceremony. Can’t get much easier than that!
If you really want to incorporate pinwheels think about having your bridesmaids carry pinwheels instead of flowers. This would save a bundle and be a super unique element of your wedding. You can also have the groomsmen wear pinwheel boutonnieres.
For a bold look wear a pinwheel in your hair! If that isn’t really your stye it is super cute on a flower girl!
An easy way to decorate any table at your reception is to create a backdrop with pinwheels. This has to be my favorite way to use pinwheels since it makes such a big impact in an inexpensive way.
Pinwheels also work great for place cards and can double as a favor for guests to take home.
Use pinwheels on your tables for a totally cute centerpiece. Not only would this help save money, it is also a great way to go green!
And don’t forget about your cake! How fun!
What do you think about using pinwheels at a wedding? Whimsical and fun or cheesy?
Happy Planning!
