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The wedding centerpiece is an important element in your decoration scheme because it draws attention to itself. The possiblities are endless. However, to help you make a choose, we’ve come up with a few suggestions.

To begin with, consider a carved object as your centerpiece. The object could be made of ice, wood, fruit or other material. Since this type of centerpiece require artistic ability, choose well the person who will make it. Always ask to see pictures of previous works and get references of couples who have hired the artist.

Incorporating live fish into the centerpieces is one truly unique centerpiece idea for a wedding reception.  Simple glass bowls can be used and filled with a few colorful glass marbles along with some water and an exotic and colorful fish.  The children will have a lot of fun and will be less distracted then they would have been with a more traditional centerpiece on the table.  This lively and interactive centerpiece idea is sure to be a hit with kids and will even keep adults entertained.

Another unique centerpiece idea is to have puzzles made up from pictures of the couple.  The pieces of the puzzle can be left scattered on the table.  This unique centerpiece idea encourages the people sitting at the table to work together to try to put the puzzle together.  This is especially useful if many of the guests do not know each other because it is a great ice breaker. 

These are just a few ideas. The important thing is to choose a centerpiece that is compatible with your decorating scheme and that reflects your personality and style.