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So my step-mom and I are working on our centerpieces. However, I am stuck on finding a third thing for the arrangement. We have two vases but we are looking for another element. I'm trying to stay away from the third thing being a table number. My step-mom suggests a bottle of wine, but we don't really drink wine much, she does. And my FI has tossed out the idea of pictures of us in frames, he doesn't have many from before us and doesn't like the engagement pics much. We're putting votives around the outside, and possibly either an extra table runner or napkin underneath for color. Any ideas?

I think some clever use of fabric would definitely help bring your centerpieces to life. You could buy a few yards of fabric, cut it into circles with pinking shears or hem it, and have an easy accent tablecloth (not sure what you'd call it for round tables, since it's not exactly a table runner?). Or you could try a square or a funky shape like a star.

Hmmmm...I'm trying to think of some other things you could do. What's your color scheme? Would you be willing to layer it up even more with a square colored tablecloth over the white one and white accent fabric underneath the centerpiece to "anchor" them? At the moment, the flowers and candles seem like they're floating in the middle. I like the idea of using wine because it would add a little height and variety of shape, since the other elements of your centeripece are low and rounded.

Rather than table numbers, you could incorporate a paper element that has quotes or lyrics relevant to your relationship.

Of all the pictures above, I like the wine the best. If you're looking to add a height dimension, have you thought about tall candle sticks? They would rise above everything else and add more light and general ambiance. Also, something I've seen a lot and think looks good- those tall 3"? wide glass tubes/vases. Fill with just water, or plants and water, or rocks and water, etc. and then top it off by placing a single floating candle inside. Height, light, and visual interest all in one! Also, I guess it depends on your feel/theme/colors, but a tall mason jar with just a few tall flowers might be nice too.

Oooh, I like rabbit's idea of candlesticks! Milk glass candle holders would look really pretty with your flowers. :)

Green and blue is the color scheme. But yeah, I'm looking for an idea to add height. We have a lot of books (LOTS!!) and I thought about doing something with those, but I'm worried it'll be too hard to match them to the color scheme.

Any other ideas?

I have thought about the books with ribbon around them, but haven't done a test just yet. I have three books, sealed shut and spray painted white to play with, so maybe I'll start there.

@ FutureMrs.Harless: I really like the damask print stack you found, I haven't seen that picture yet. Regarding the book with the number inside, how would you suggest I keep it open? I would think leaning the open book against a stack of others might keep it open to the table number, kinda like on a podium. Any other ideas?

I dont know if I'd say you need anything more really...but  table runner may pull it together a bit for a more completed look...if you wanted :)  Otherwise i think the two flower arrangements and votives look really pretty.  My fiance isn't huge on tall things on the table..actually is he completely adamant about keeping it low so people can see eachother across the table without obstruction.  So...my vote is table runner! Good luck :D

Yeah, I have a LOT of scrapbook paper that I have been collecting, maybe I will make like a book "wrap" type cover. So that the white still shows, but the colors are together. A little less "looking like a present". I'll try a few ideas and post up some new mock ups. Thanks!