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cford09
Beginner March 2013

Window and windowsill decorations - anyone thought about this?

cford09, 13 May, 2012 at 17:33 Posted on Planning 0 14

Hi girls!

Firstly, I'm really excited because we took OH's brother and his wife to see our venue yesterday and it was all set up for a wedding! Not seen it set up before!

The venue is a converted mill so the room that we have the ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening do in is quite large and rectangular with lots of big windows down either side. It's beautiful!

While we were there, I noticed that the people having their wedding there had a metal heart hanging in each window and a floral arrangement on each windowsill. It hadn't even crossed my mind to dress the windows, but as they are so big and there are so many, I did realise they would look very bare if they were just left.

Similarly, because there are so many, whatever we choose to put there will end up being quite costly! Does anyone have any idea what we could do? Not sure if it helps but our colour theme is different shades of pink and white.

Thank you :-)

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Latest activity by Jake, today at 08:12
  • schiocco
    Beginner July 2012
    schiocco ·
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    My reception is also in the mill with similar windows I expect. I have made strings of bunting for across the windows and also curtain tie backs (not sure if your venue has curtains?). I like the metal and wicker hanging hearts but agree that they are quite expensive. I think flowers would cost you a small fortune on every window. You could make stuffed fabric hanging hearts? Cheap and easy!


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  • BadgerBeetle
    Beginner November 2012
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    We only have shallow windows but we will be dressing them with tee-lites, and maybe little jam jars of flowers in the wedding colours. The church windows are being dressed with little cans and welly boots (see my post about flower costs for photos!) filled with flowers in the wedding colours, and bigger candles Smiley smile xx

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  • Mrs-HFA
    Beginner December 2012
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    I'm filling our wiindow sills with lots of scented votive candles, pureely because we're having a Christmas wedding and it's more to add to the ambience of the room as oppposed to decoration for the room, if you know what I mean.

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  • Flawless Weddings
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    Hi there,

    What about narrow metal or wicker troughs. You can buy distressed cream metal. Full them with lavender plants or marguerites(daisies) and then you can plant them in the garden or give them to guests after the wedding.:-)

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  • S
    East London
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    People have been decorating their windows since time immemorial. There is a really wide range of ideas, from various symbols, to handmade crafts, and even pictures. Some people even write words on their windows simply for the amusement of it. This month we are going to take a look at some of the most common themes and ideas in window decoration.

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  • L
    Beginner June 2025 Durham
    Laura ·
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    Silk / fake flowers and foliage would be cheaper and probably still give that "wow pretty" effect for the windows.
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  • Martin
    Curious March 2024 West London
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    I've been thinking a lot about window and windowsill decorations lately, especially since natural light can really change the feel of a space. I love a mix of plants and small decorative pieces—succulents are great because they don’t need too much maintenance, and they look beautiful against the light. Also, seasonal decor can be a fun way to switch things up—fairy lights in winter and fresh flowers in summer!

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  • Michael
    Beginner March 2026 Hampshire
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    Window and windowsill decorations can completely transform a room, adding personality, light control, and style. Pairing décor with practical upgrades—like Miami bathroom window tint —can enhance privacy while still keeping the space bright and modern. It’s a great way to combine beauty with functionality.

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  • Tomy
    Beginner July 2021 Georgia
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    That venue sounds stunning, especially with all those large windows. You are right that decorating every windowsill could get expensive. One easy way to enhance the space is to focus on clean, clear glass so the natural light becomes part of the décor. Many venues rely on professional window cleaning in phoenix to make windows look bright and elegant on their own. Then you could add simple touches like soft pink ribbons, hanging hearts, or candles on just a few key windows to match your theme without overdoing it.

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    I’ve definitely spent time decorating my windowsills with plants and small decor pieces, but one thing I learned the hard way is how vulnerable that area is to moisture. After dealing with unexpected leaks, I had to look into water damage restoration in Denton TX, and it really opened my eyes. Now I’m more careful about protecting that space. I also added ceramic window tinting to help regulate heat and reduce condensation. It not only improved the look of my windows but also helped prevent further moisture issues—practical and decorative at the same time.

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