When it comes to planning your wedding, decorating the space for your reception is easy. Coming up with creative options for decorating the ceremony space can be a bit more difficult. Here are a few ideas you can use to bring your own personal touch to your church, chapel or ceremony space.

Custom Aisle Runners

Instead of opting for the traditional plain aisle runner, consider a custom runner that shows off your personal sense of style. These runners come in a wide range of colors, so you can select the perfect shade to match your wedding theme. Have the runner printed with your married initials at the end that faces the altar, and add an inspirational quote at the beginning of the runner to set the tone for the event. You can also have your wedding date added to the runner, or you can opt for an all-over print, such as a fleur de lis pattern, to add an upscale finishing touch to your wedding venue. Contact a company like Starry Night Design Studio for more information on aisle runners.

Decorate With Metal Buckets

Metal buckets may not sound like the most elegant decorating idea, but with the right touches, they can be multipurpose decorations for your wedding ceremony. Choose galvanized buckets for a more rustic wedding theme, or paint the buckets to match your wedding colors. Hang them from the end of the pews in your ceremony space, and fill them with paper fans. The fans should be printed with your wedding date, name and any other decorative additions you like. The fans can keep your guests cool throughout the wedding. You can also use the buckets to hold bottles of bubbles or bags of rice, which can be used by guests at the end of the ceremony. The buckets also make great holders for floral arrangements, and they can be moved to the reception hall for use as centerpieces.

LED Candles

You can illuminate the area along your custom wedding aisle runner with LED candles. The candles are available in a variety of colors and styles, and they have the added benefit of being non-flammable. Place the candles along each side of the aisle to create a romantic, breathtaking scene for when you walk down the aisle. The candles can also be moved to the reception venue for use on the tables, which can help you to save a bit of money on the cost of your big day.

Don't be afraid to get creative with your wedding ceremony decorations. Work with the event planners at the venue so you can determine which ideas are allowed, and start planning the wedding of your dreams.