If you are hosting your nuptials any time from summer through fall, then these sunflower wedding ideas could be just what you are looking for. With their sunny and cheerful yellow tones, it’s easy to see why this is a favorite theme among brides. You can opt for all sorts of decorations featuring this bright flower or just keep it understated with a flower here and there. Check out these ideas to get some inspiration.
This DIY sunflower lantern centerpiece combines natural beauty with a cozy, romantic glow, creating an eye-catching focal point for your wedding tables.
Supplies
- Wooden or metal lantern with glass panels
- Pillar candle (real or LED for safety)
- Sunflowers (real or high-quality silk flowers)
- Yellow roses or complementary flowers
- Greenery (eucalyptus, baby’s breath, or other filler leaves)
- Burlap ribbon or twine
- Floral wire and wire cutters
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
Instructions
If your lantern has a handle or top, you can make it look rustic by tying a burlap ribbon or twine bow around it. First, make sure your lantern is clean. Then, put some greenery around the bottom of the lantern. You can use wire to hold it in place. Next, add sunflowers and other flowers around the lantern. You can use wire or glue to keep them in place. For some variety, tuck in some yellow roses or other flowers. Finally, put a candle inside the lantern. If you use a real candle, be careful where you put it. Or, you can use an LED candle for a safe and cozy glow.
The perfect touch for a beautiful rustic wedding these sunflower seeds are super cute and cheap to make as wedding favors.
Supplies
- Small seed packets (sunflower seeds)
- Personalized labels or stickers
- Small wooden crate or basket
- Twine or ribbon (optional)
- Faux sunflowers or other floral accents
- Printed sign with a message like “Take One and Watch Love Grow”
Instructions
Put labels on the seed packets with your names, wedding date, or a special message. Arrange them neatly in a wooden box or basket. Use fake sunflowers, plants, and a sign to make it look nice. Have a sign that says “Take One and Watch Love Grow” to make it more welcoming for guests.
Mason jars, bright sunflowers, and dainty white filler flowers (such as baby’s breath or globe amaranth) make the most adorable centerpiece.
Supplies
- Mason Jars: Clear glass jars are classic, but feel free to use tinted jars for a pop of color.
- Sunflowers: Choose fresh, bright blooms with sturdy stems.
- Filler Flowers: Baby’s breath, globe amaranth, or small white blossoms for added texture.
- Water: Fill each jar about halfway.
- Scissors or Floral Shears: For trimming stems to the desired length.
- Optional: Twine, ribbon, lace, or burlap for extra rustic flair.
Instructions
Fill each jar halfway with water. Cut the sunflower stems at an angle. Place a few small white flowers around each sunflower. Put the sunflower in the jar with the filler flowers. Add decorations like twine or ribbon. Display the jars on a shelf or tables.
